Fremont County

The Secretary of State sent letters to the Fremont County Commission and Governor Gordon, calling for a look at voting maps in the area in light of a Supreme Court decision that limits how much race can be part of re-drawing electoral districts.

There've been 26 confirmed cases of whooping cough so far this year, with roughly two-thirds of those in Fremont County.

The turmoil stems from a contentious vote last month that’s caused controversy and confusion. It’s led to a protest and a meeting with Fremont County leaders.

Wyoming’s governor is touting his budget proposal, which recommended raising state employee salaries, more funding for healthcare and support for business growth. A lawmaking committee denied many of those requests.

At a special General Council meeting earlier this month, a quorum of tribal members voted to replace the entire six-person Eastern Shoshone Business Council. Some say that meeting and vote were legitimate, but others disagree.

Uranium got a boost in federal recognition this fall, and a company planning to develop in Wyoming hopes that means federal dollars will follow.

The Trump administration is pushing for domestic uranium mining to ramp up. Companies are eyeing Wyoming, as it holds the largest known reserves in the country.

The Lander-based organization added nearly $19 million to the state's economy last year. Most of that money was generated in Fremont County.

Federal funding freezes have stalled a proposed wildlife crossing project in Fremont County. The agencies involved are still trying to make it happen.

Lander has a new mayor: city council member Missy White. She was chosen by the council with a 4-2 vote during a special meeting on the evening of Feb. 25.