Good morning, Laramie.

On Monday, a safety watchdog group named Wyoming the deadliest trucking state with seven fatalities per 100,000 due to extreme weather on I-80.

Wyoming Trucking Association leaders dispute the ranking—arguing that the state’s low population and high truck mileage distort the per capita numbers.

The University of Wyoming Harry C.

Vaughan Planetarium will host another Dome After Dark event next month — it will show the schedule for fun and educational sky shows.

On Monday at Moss Ranch near Lovell, Justin Lucht saw bighorn sheep rams with a rare genetic mutation — a trait he calls very neat — where one horn grew faster than its counterpart.

Anna Miller of the National Bighorn Sheep Center said the unique horns — which result from genetic factors rather than injuries — have rarely been seen in Wyoming.

In Wyoming, using salt licks to bait elk was once allowed but is now illegal—officials say the ban prevents unfair hunting practices.

Retired game officers noted that while feeding animals for winter survival is permitted, setting baits for a hunt remains banned—raising ethical concerns among landowners.

Laramie residents can volunteer on the city's boards and commissions by applying online today — questions can be directed to [email protected].

Gov. Mark Gordon said during a virtual press conference Tuesday, Sept.

30 that Wyoming faces a trade-off of higher CO2 emissions and lower state revenue—royalty rates on coal drop from 12.5% to 7% while the state pursues new export routes to Asia. He noted that opening an Oakland port may shorten shipping routes and that Wyoming plans to use new funding and homegrown technology to support coal plant upgrades and energy security.

Rep. Hageman said her office returned $10.6 million to Wyoming residents through federal negotiations — and she criticized the Bureau of Indian Affairs for not showing clear details on how its funds are spent.

She urged the agency to direct money more effectively to local tribes.

Residents in Laramie will likely face higher health insurance costs as marketplace changes are expected soon—Jessica Brauer said rising prices have made budget planning uncertain.

Laramie Networking Hour

12-1 p.m. — Bond's Brewing Company — Free entry — Connect with local professionals in a relaxed and casual setting.

Women’s Soccer: Colorado State vs Wyoming

3-5 p.m. — Louis S. Madrid Sports Complex — Free trial available — Catch the live action as Wyoming takes on Colorado State in an exciting women's soccer matchup.