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Friday, August 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Laramie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spanish energy giant Repsol plans to build 170 wind turbines on 50,000 acres near Horse Creek and ranchers are divided over the project—some fear harm to wildlife and local views while others expect job gains and increased revenue, with construction set to begin in 2027 and finish in November. Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ Today, the EPA proposed to approve Wyoming’s coal combustion residuals program application so the state can manage coal waste in impoundments and landfills. If finalized, Wyoming will become the fifth state with its own approved program to boost local energy management and support future jobs. Laramie Live
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Laramie City Council, Albany County Commission and Rock River Town Council met Monday in a joint work session to plan a sixth-penny sales tax for a future ballot measure—officials discussed timing and key details of the proposal. Laramie Boomerang
- ➤ A legislative committee voted on Thursday to draft proposals that would ban cloud seeding for 10 years and limit geoengineering over Wyoming — a move designed to pause weather modifications until further research on natural rain patterns is completed. Rep. Mike Schmid said the proposals will give state officials time to study water research before any action resumes. Cowboy State Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today at Deti Stadium the Plainsmen will host Cheyenne East in a blackout game with a 6 p.m. kickoff—coach Jake Chick said the improved team is set to challenge the No. 2 Thunderbirds as they open the season. Fans are encouraged to wear black to support the local rivalry. Laramie Live
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