Governor’s Gas and Diesel Working Group Offers Ideas for Reducing Prices at the Pump

Governor Gordon's Gas and Diesel Working Group was tasked with finding solutions to help provide relief at the fuel pump for Wyoming families. A pair of public meetings brought together public and private sector representatives to explore the issue, resulting in several proposals contained in the group's final report. Increasing the capacity of Wyoming refiners is a concept the Working Group identified as a goal.

Governor Celebrates Wyoming’s First Veterans Skilled Nursing Facility

The Governor joined veterans and other dignitaries to celebrate the newly constructed Veterans Home of Wyoming with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Buffalo. It's the state's first skilled nursing facility dedicated to veterans, and will offer long-term care to veterans, their spouses and Gold Star families. "This beautiful facility reflects the honor and dignity owed to those who sacrificed so much to protect our way of life,” Governor Gordon said. 

Mental Health Summit Helps Increase Collaboration

The Governor's Mental Health Summit in Casper brought together providers, advocates and members of the Legislative and Judicial branches. The sold-out event reflected a commitment among communities and providers to work together to find a solution for sustainable mental health services.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

- The Governor's leadership on wildlife migration has led to a partnership with USDA and funding opportunities for private landowners supporting conservation.

- The Department of Workforce Services is connecting businesses with older workers. 

- Wyoming Game and Fish is working to keep invasive zebra mussels out of the state's waters. 

- A Northwest College wrestler heroically helped his teammate when they were attacked by a grizzly bear. 

- The Governor paid a visit to a Marine on her 100th birthday.