Researchers estimate that energy costs will go up for consumers, and jobs could be lost as Republicans gut clean energy programs. In fast-growing areas like the Mountain West, these cuts could severely hurt grid capacity.

The BLM is seeking public comment on reversing the moratorium on coal leasing in the nation’s top producing coal region. It’s supported by a flurry of Trump’s executive orders.

With 16-hour days for weeks straight, long separation from friends and family, and regular exposure to serious immediate and long-term risks, wildland fire pushes people to both their physical and mental limits. But the recently launched federal Wildland Fire Therapy Service is now available to help those workers ease the mental strain of battling wildfires.

The forthcoming nuclear power plant project will get its construction permit seven months faster than expected. Supporters say it’s common sense regulatory streamlining. Others are sounding the alarm.

“The man was stand-up paddleboarding when a storm moved through the area, producing strong winds and waves. He was not wearing a life jacket and became separated from his paddleboard,” according to a park press release.

Wyoming is holding its second state land lease sale of the year for oil and gas development. Meanwhile, a federal sale just wrapped up.

Federal data show the year’s first three months of coal production were up compared to last year. However, multi-year projections still indicate a production decline.

Fire managers are asking for help to limit new starts by being careful ahead of the Fourth and keeping water handy.

The office specializes in tribal collaboration and supports conservation on the Wind River Reservation.

With the Fourth of July and hot and dry weather this week, fire managers are asking Wyomingites to be considerate of fire potential. Check your county’s emergency services website to sign up for evacuation and other emergency alerts delivered to your cell phone.