Corwin Schlump
News InternCorwin Schlump is a political science senior at the University of Wyoming. He grew up in the Midwest, traveled up and down the East Coast of the USA, and has lived in Laramie for the last 10 years. Corwin has always enjoyed news and politics and has participated in study abroad programs in Palestine and Israel. Outside of work, he enjoys playing board games and tennis.
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Wyoming’s Appropriations Committee held a hearing on wildfire management that focused on improving rapid response and supporting local fire crews. Experts also raised concerns about cheatgrass’s role in increasing wildfire risk. Officials emphasized the importance of adequate state resources and partnerships with federal and local agencies. -
The grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust funds Virtual Crisis Care, a new program connecting Wyoming law enforcement officers with licensed mental health professionals in real time. -
The latest report from the Wyoming Office of Tourism shows Wyoming's tourism economy is up 1.6% since 2023. -
The Youth Arts Council offers Wyoming high school students a chance to grow leadership skills and make a meaningful community impact through the arts. -
Wyoming is projected to gain 8,000 jobs by 2026, led by the tourism, construction, and healthcare sectors, while the mining sector continues its long-term decline. -
A recent report from the Anti-Defamation League reports a record 9,354 antisemitic incidents in the U.S. in 2024, including 31 in Wyoming, marking a sharp rise from 2023. -
Open Spaces show rundown for April 25, 2025 -
Despite isolated incidents of antisemitism, Chabad Rabbi Mendelsohn says the state's residents and leaders have stood strongly with Wyoming's Jews. -
The Wyoming Legislative Service Office (LSO) helps support Wyoming's lawmakers by drafting bills, conducting legal and policy research, offering fiscal analysis, and providing IT support. The LSO also trains newly elected legislators and offers ongoing education for committee chairs and those in leadership roles. -
The “Ban on cell phone use in schools” act aims to limit student phone usage during class time. The bill, supported by some educators, seeks to reduce distractions and cyberbullying, while opponents argue it undermines local control and could impact student safety.
