Katie Klingsporn
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Did not see that one coming.
Trump pardons Grand Teton speed-runner Michelino Sunseri's shortcutting offense - WyoFile
“Unexpected” pardon puts to rest what has become an ordeal in and out of the court over transgression in Grand Teton National Park. “IT’S FINALLY OVER,” Sunseri posts.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Did not see that one coming.
For Wyoming’s only Job Corps center the news has disrupted career tracks and left employees and students reeling.
Wyoming students ‘devastated’ after federal decree upends Riverton trade school - WyoFile
More than 300 students and staff prepare for plug to be pulled on Wind River Job Corps, severing path to certifications, high school diplomas and driver’s licenses.
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June 5, 2025 at 6:36 PM
For Wyoming’s only Job Corps center the news has disrupted career tracks and left employees and students reeling.
Residents agree the small town of Alpine “desperately” needs a school. But critics couldn’t tolerate a Utah-based operator they said would bring the wrong kind of education to the area. The debate deeply divided this small community.
How a Wyoming town agreed it needed a charter school, but ended up fiercely divided - WyoFile
Alpine “desperately” needs a school. But when a charter school got approved, it ignited a polarizing community debate that roiled the small town.
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May 15, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Residents agree the small town of Alpine “desperately” needs a school. But critics couldn’t tolerate a Utah-based operator they said would bring the wrong kind of education to the area. The debate deeply divided this small community.
"I’ll understand if you don’t want to read it." @taffyakner.bsky.social pulls off another marvel of writing.
This Is the Holocaust Story I Said I Wouldn’t Write
For years, my friend’s father asked me to recount his childhood escape from the Nazis. Why did it take me this long?
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April 18, 2025 at 5:48 PM
"I’ll understand if you don’t want to read it." @taffyakner.bsky.social pulls off another marvel of writing.
At 6 foot, 7 inches tall, he was a towering figure — both physically and metaphorically.
Towering Wyoming statesman Alan Simpson dies at 93 - WyoFile
Former U.S. Senator and storied politician was known for folksy bon mots, hard-nosed politics and a signature straight-shooting style.
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March 14, 2025 at 12:30 PM
At 6 foot, 7 inches tall, he was a towering figure — both physically and metaphorically.
The iconic destination cut its hours from around the clock to daytime only. Monument staff didn’t say if DOGE actions are behind the change, though social media users were quick to blame President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
Devils Tower National Monument slashes hours without explanation - WyoFile
The iconic destination cut its hours from around the clock to daytime only. Monument staff didn’t say if DOGE actions are behind the change.
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March 12, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The iconic destination cut its hours from around the clock to daytime only. Monument staff didn’t say if DOGE actions are behind the change, though social media users were quick to blame President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
This comes after Gordon partially vetoed a similar measure last year, signaling a shift in his stance.
Governor to sign universal school voucher bill, calling it ‘remarkable achievement for Wyoming’ - WyoFile
House Bill 199 will give $7,000 to families to pay for private school or tutoring. Gov. Gordon lauds it in the wake of fierce criticism that it’s unconstitutional.
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March 4, 2025 at 6:21 PM
This comes after Gordon partially vetoed a similar measure last year, signaling a shift in his stance.
"If any of the multiple concrete slabs fail while holding back a full reservoir, it wouldn’t merely leak, according to engineers. It would immediately crumble like a house of cards." Great piece by @dbleizeffer.bsky.social
Water, and probably some tears, will flow with breach of Wyoming's LaPrele Dam - WyoFile
As crews prepare to crack the dam this month, farmers who rely on that water prepare for lean times and lawmakers debate funding for a new structure.
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February 18, 2025 at 4:35 PM
"If any of the multiple concrete slabs fail while holding back a full reservoir, it wouldn’t merely leak, according to engineers. It would immediately crumble like a house of cards." Great piece by @dbleizeffer.bsky.social
The government has yet to disclose how many lost their jobs, despite repeated inquiries. Many of those affected, however, shared their stories, and their fears for the agencies they once served.
Valentine’s Day massacre: Uncounted throng of Wyomingites fired by Trump administration - WyoFile
The government has yet to disclose how many lost their jobs, despite repeated inquiries. Many of those affected, however, shared their stories, and their fears for the agencies they once served.
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February 15, 2025 at 2:24 PM
The government has yet to disclose how many lost their jobs, despite repeated inquiries. Many of those affected, however, shared their stories, and their fears for the agencies they once served.
The bill failed after Wyoming Freedom Caucus Chairwoman Rachel Rodriguez-Williams questioned if it would increase people’s reliance on state assistance programs. First Lady Jennie Gordon supported it.
House kills bill to participate in summer food program for kids - WyoFile
Bill would have opted Wyoming into federal SUN Bucks program, which offers debit cards to income-qualified families to help buy food when school isn’t in session.
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February 12, 2025 at 3:38 PM
The bill failed after Wyoming Freedom Caucus Chairwoman Rachel Rodriguez-Williams questioned if it would increase people’s reliance on state assistance programs. First Lady Jennie Gordon supported it.
The measures drew considerable public testimony from speakers ranging from athletes to superintendents and advocacy groups. Sen. Chris Rothfuss called one of the three bills “mean-spirited.”
Wyoming lawmakers double down on ‘protecting female spaces’ with bills to police gender in bathrooms, sports - WyoFile
House, Senate committees on Friday advanced three bills that restrict use of single-sex spaces or sports team eligibility based on sex assigned at birth.
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January 28, 2025 at 4:22 PM
The measures drew considerable public testimony from speakers ranging from athletes to superintendents and advocacy groups. Sen. Chris Rothfuss called one of the three bills “mean-spirited.”
A draft plan released in 2023 heartened some area climbers because it proposed an end to a climbing route development ban that’s been in place in the recreation destination since 2019. The agency cited staff turnover and tribal consultation work as reasons for the new delay.
Feds hit pause on Tensleep Canyon climbing plan again - WyoFile
The Forest Service has delayed its years-in-the-making plan to manage climbing in the contested canyon to protect resources like water and soil, citing staffing turnover and need for more tribal consu...
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January 16, 2025 at 7:39 PM
A draft plan released in 2023 heartened some area climbers because it proposed an end to a climbing route development ban that’s been in place in the recreation destination since 2019. The agency cited staff turnover and tribal consultation work as reasons for the new delay.
UPDATE: Wyoming State Parks announced Tuesday the Star Plunge has closed to the public and will remain closed until a sale is finalized or ongoing litigation is resolved.
Luehnes’ last splash? Thermopolis’ Star Plunge nears closure deadline - WyoFile
As facility approaches expected closure date, employees and patrons of historic hot springs destination say they’re sad to see chapter end this way.
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January 14, 2025 at 6:29 PM
UPDATE: Wyoming State Parks announced Tuesday the Star Plunge has closed to the public and will remain closed until a sale is finalized or ongoing litigation is resolved.
Goff was a hospital nurse, search and rescue volunteer, devoted fiancé and talented outdoor instructor. Friends say his death will leave "a big hole in our community.”
Togwotee avalanche victim was nurse, fiancé and beloved outdoor instructor - WyoFile
Friends and colleagues mourn the loss of Kenny Goff, a Lander man who died in the Jan. 4 slide that injured one other skier. “It’ll be a big hole in our community,” a friend said.
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January 9, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Goff was a hospital nurse, search and rescue volunteer, devoted fiancé and talented outdoor instructor. Friends say his death will leave "a big hole in our community.”
The family that has operated the facility for 50 years in Hot Springs State Park has been granted until at least Jan. 14 to stay open, but after that the future of the Star Plunge is uncertain.
Star Plunge could close mid-January amid pending litigation, sale negotiations - WyoFile
Luehne family’s management contract expired on Jan. 1, but extension means it’ll be business as usual until at least Jan. 14. The family sued the state after Wyoming selected a new operator for the fa...
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January 3, 2025 at 5:52 PM
The family that has operated the facility for 50 years in Hot Springs State Park has been granted until at least Jan. 14 to stay open, but after that the future of the Star Plunge is uncertain.
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Riverton breaks ground on long-awaited community-owned hospital - story by @katie-klingsporn.bsky.social @WyoFile #healthcaredeserts wyofile.com/riverton-bre...
Riverton breaks ground on long-awaited community-owned hospital - WyoFile
Displeased with SageWest’s service closures, a community group set out to build its own facility. The project hit a major milestone this month with the start of construction.
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December 23, 2024 at 3:03 PM
Riverton breaks ground on long-awaited community-owned hospital - story by @katie-klingsporn.bsky.social @WyoFile #healthcaredeserts wyofile.com/riverton-bre...
The laughter came at the close of the commission meeting on Tuesday, when Chair Jack Tartar told everyone to “have a Merry Christmas, and enjoy being sued.”
His comment was met with chortling. “Ho ho ho!” someone responded.
His comment was met with chortling. “Ho ho ho!” someone responded.
Education chief chides state commissioners for joking about school closure lawsuit - WyoFile
“We must stop treating the concerns of parents as a laughing matter,” Megan Degenfelder said after School Facilities commissioners laughed on camera about a lawsuit filed by Cheyenne parents.
wyofile.com
December 16, 2024 at 3:56 PM
The laughter came at the close of the commission meeting on Tuesday, when Chair Jack Tartar told everyone to “have a Merry Christmas, and enjoy being sued.”
His comment was met with chortling. “Ho ho ho!” someone responded.
His comment was met with chortling. “Ho ho ho!” someone responded.
Trustees expressed heartache but also fiscal obligation before voting to close the state’s longest-running school, which the University of Wyoming no longer wants to house on campus.
Laramie school board votes to close historic Lab School - WyoFile
Trustees expressed heartache but also fiscal obligation before voting to close the state’s longest-running school, which the University of Wyoming no longer wants to house on campus.
wyofile.com
December 13, 2024 at 4:21 PM
Trustees expressed heartache but also fiscal obligation before voting to close the state’s longest-running school, which the University of Wyoming no longer wants to house on campus.
Just incredible reporting on a stunning and difficult story. Whew.
'Eat What You Kill'
Hailed as a savior upon his arrival in Helena, Dr. Thomas C. Weiner became a favorite of patients and his hospital’s highest earner. As the myth surrounding the high-profile oncologist grew, so did th...
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December 11, 2024 at 10:41 PM
Just incredible reporting on a stunning and difficult story. Whew.
After months of meetings and uncertainty, the Albany County school board will vote Wednesday on closing the historic Lab School, which has operated on the University of Wyoming campus for decades.
Laramie school board to vote on closure of beleaguered Lab School - WyoFile
Local trustees will vote Wednesday on historic school’s future after months of passion-fueled meetings. State lawmakers have expressed interest in pushing legislation that could keep it alive in some ...
wyofile.com
December 10, 2024 at 10:48 PM
After months of meetings and uncertainty, the Albany County school board will vote Wednesday on closing the historic Lab School, which has operated on the University of Wyoming campus for decades.
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WyoFile checked in with Riverton High School in Wyoming, which implemented a new classroom cellphone ban, to see how teachers like it, how learning is changing, and who is trying to skirt it.
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December 6, 2024 at 9:12 PM
WyoFile checked in with Riverton High School in Wyoming, which implemented a new classroom cellphone ban, to see how teachers like it, how learning is changing, and who is trying to skirt it.
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The bill protesters oppose could transfer ownership of the defunct Pilot Butte Power Plant on the Wind River Indian Reservation to the Midvale Irrigation District. The tribes weren’t consulted, they say. wyofile.com/tribal-prote...
Tribal protesters rally against 'downright theft' posed by power plant transfer - WyoFile
Crowd gathered with megaphones and signs in front of Sen. John Barrasso’s Riverton office demanding tribal consultation on the measure.
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December 6, 2024 at 4:22 PM
The bill protesters oppose could transfer ownership of the defunct Pilot Butte Power Plant on the Wind River Indian Reservation to the Midvale Irrigation District. The tribes weren’t consulted, they say. wyofile.com/tribal-prote...