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A Wyoming community college is proving higher education pays off for everyone. New data shows Casper College pumps nearly $174 million into the local economy each year while welcoming its highest student enrollment since 2021.
After five hours of searching for her lost wallet containing cash, cards, and her Social Security number, Ashli Jones found it tucked under her doormat by a Good Samaritan named David. Everything inside was exactly as she'd left it, even the money needed for bills.
Special Olympics Wyoming is calling for volunteers to help run its two-day Summer Sports Classic in Casper this August. Athletes from across the state will compete in five sports, and the community can make it happen.
A Wyoming urban farm that started on donated land is expanding to feed more families in need. Volunteers planted 500 onions in a single day while working toward an even bigger 2026 harvest.
Norwegian tennis player Casper Ruud is competing at the Australian Open while his pregnant wife is home, but he's ready to drop everything and leave the tournament if she needs him. His honest approach to balancing career and family is touching hearts across the sports world.
Norway's Casper Ruud dominated home favorite Luciano Darderi 6-1, 6-1 to reach his first Italian Open final, showing remarkable focus through a two-hour rain delay. The tournament serves as the final major warmup before the French Open, where Ruud hopes his strong clay court form will lead to his first Grand Slam title.
A labor nurse at Phelps Hospital in Sleepy Hollow held a baby's head up inside the womb for minutes to save his life during a dangerous cord prolapse. One year later, the family surprised her with an emotional reunion. #
A 24-year-old American curler who juggles flaming torches in his spare time is winning fans at the Winter Olympics with his signature red headband and infectious energy. Even the "Pommel Horse Guy" from the Paris Olympics has taken notice.
A federal court just cleared the path for hundreds of stalled wind and solar projects to move forward again. The ruling marks a major win for renewable energy developers who've been waiting months to continue their work.
A Massachusetts federal court just cleared the path for wind and solar companies to move forward with clean energy projects after blocking multiple government restrictions. The ruling applies to major renewable energy trade groups representing developers across the country.
João Fonseca just announced Brazil's return to tennis greatness with a five-hour comeback victory over Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros. The young star rallied from two sets down to defeat the legendary Serb, rekindling hopes for a nation that hasn't celebrated a tennis champion in over two decades.
Alexander Zverev moved within two victories of his first-ever Grand Slam title after defeating Jesper de Jong at the French Open. With top rivals out due to injury and upsets, the German star finally has his clearest path to tennis glory.
A small-town Idaho baseball team just proved that excellence can become a habit. The Burley Green Sox Single-A squad dominated their way to back-to-back state titles with a flawless championship performance.
An 11-year-old rockhounding in Wyoming spotted an ancient turtle shell that scientists say is nearly 48 million years old. His keen eye and quick reporting helped preserve a remarkable piece of prehistoric history.
Botic van de Zandschulp was one point from elimination, down two sets to none. Instead, he staged one of the greatest comebacks in US Open history to reach the quarterfinals.
After weeks of struggle, Rotterdam's Feyenoord broke their losing streak with a convincing victory, keeping their second-place standing secure. The team showed resilience despite mounting injury challenges that tested their depth.
Oliver Soulek, a recent high school graduate born with Poland syndrome, took second place at a prestigious music competition and earned $15,000 for college. He'll study film scoring at Berklee this fall, chasing his dream of composing movie soundtracks like his heroes John Williams and Alan Silvestri.
Jannik Sinner made tennis history by becoming one of the youngest players to win all nine ATP Masters 1000 tournaments. Rival and friend Carlos Alcaraz celebrated the achievement from the sidelines while recovering from injury.
Teenage tennis sensation João Fonseca captivated the world with thrilling comebacks at the French Open, defeating Novak Djokovic and sparking Brazil's biggest tennis TV ratings ever. The 19-year-old's quarterfinal run signals the arrival of a new star the sport desperately needs.
Tennis legend Stan Wawrinka just became the oldest player to reach the third round of a Grand Slam in nearly 50 years. The 40-year-old battled for four and a half hours in Melbourne, proving age is just a number.
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