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Here are some stories from around the state.

A new study found that rural residents are more likely to have preexisting health conditions that make them sensitive to heat, like asthma or heart disease.

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.

Experts say the new law that went into effect Tuesday is likely unconstitutional and legal challenges are anticipated.

“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.

The neighborhood was evacuated so that officials could remove the materials.

Wyoming’s gun-free zones repeal went into effect this week. States with similar laws, like Ohio, Nebraska and Georgia, saw an increase in gun-related incidents since passing them, according to an analysis by the Gun Violence Data Hub.

Here are some stories from around the state.