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Updated: Tree Debris Cleanup Assistance for Story Residents
Attention Story Residents Corrected Wind Event Assistance Information The Sheridan County Fuels Mitigation Program is offering financial assistance for clean-up to property owners in Story who suffered tree damage resulting from the wind event that occurred on April 3, 2026. Because Story has had many wind events this year, the assistance program will include damage from recent wind events that have occurred in 2026. Clarification on cost share maximum maximum reimbursement -
Mark Caudle
Apr 202 min read


Fire Weather Watch Issued for Sheridan County
The National Weather Service in Billings has issued a Fire Weather Watch for Wednesday, March 25, from afternoon through evening,
Mark Caudle
Mar 232 min read


Protecting Story’s Kids: What Families Need to Know About Rising Whooping Cough Cases
In our close-knit mountain community in the Bighorns, looking out for one another, especially our kids, is part of who we are. Right now, that matters more than ever. The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is reporting continued spread of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough. As of March 11, 2026, there have been 26 confirmed cases statewide . Most cases are in Fremont County, but infections have been identified in other areas as well. Health officials note the true
Mark Caudle
Mar 172 min read


Wyoming Awakens to a Spectacular Blood Moon Eclipse
This morning, March 3, 2026, Wyoming residents were treated to a celestial spectacle as the full moon plunged into Earth's shadow, transforming into a striking "blood moon" during a total lunar eclipse. Early risers across the state bundled up against the chill to witness the moon glowing a deep coppery red, a rare event that won't repeat in North America until late 2028. The eclipse began in the wee hours, with the penumbral phase starting at 1:44 a.m. MST, when the moon ent
Mark Caudle
Mar 32 min read
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