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Homeowners in Cheyenne can now apply to get up to two trees planted in their yards this September, with affordable and free options available. The Rooted in Cheyenne program is bringing green canopy back to neighborhoods across the city.
Two new solar projects are bringing clean electricity to communities that never had reliable power before. From a buffalo management site on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation to a school serving 2,500 people in rural Kenya, solar energy is replacing diesel generators and lighting up lives.
Soldiers from the Wyoming Army National Guard partnered with Habitat for Humanity to complete affordable homes for local families, jumpstarting a 12-home development in Cheyenne. The collaboration brought together military personnel and community volunteers to address housing needs while strengthening relationships across Laramie County.
Two Colorado high school lacrosse teams claimed state championships in dramatic fashion, with one game ending in triple overtime and another delivering sweet redemption. Both victories showcased the resilience and determination that make high school sports unforgettable.
Fort Lewis College in Colorado just welcomed its first Indigenous president, capping a five-year journey to reckon with its painful past as a federal boarding school. The appointment of Heather J. Shotton marks a milestone in an ongoing reconciliation process that's transforming how the college serves Native American students.
Native American communities gathered in Montana to celebrate the 150th anniversary of their historic victory at the Battle of Little Bighorn. Horse rides, traditional dances, and battle reenactments brought generations together to preserve their oral history and honor their ancestors.
Students from 16 Nebraska Panhandle counties can now apply for $1,000 scholarships to study agriculture at University of Nebraska campuses. The deadline is April 1, with winners announced by May 1.
Over 50 people gathered in Madison County to hear three women share their addiction recovery journeys and tear down the stigma that keeps people from seeking help. Ten support organizations joined the event to connect struggling individuals with resources.
Colorado Springs firefighters navigated treacherous terrain for three hours to rescue a hiker who plummeted up to 30 feet from a rock face. The dramatic high-angle rescue brought the injured man safely to medical care, showcasing the dedication of first responders who never give up.
A tropical nation with no snow just made Olympic history, and the athlete who got them there trained on inline skates around a stadium. Faiz Basha's unconventional path to the Winter Games proves that determination can overcome any geography.
Students at 90 Kentucky school districts now eat locally raised beef fajitas and scratch-made meals instead of frozen pizza and fruit cups. A $3.2 million state grant connected 150 farms with school cafeterias, transforming lunch hour into something students actually look forward to.
A powerful geomagnetic storm brought stunning aurora displays far beyond their usual polar zones, treating millions of skywatchers to a weekend light show. From Wyoming to England to Australia, the sky put on an unforgettable performance.
Two high school athletes are on the verge of joining an elite group with 11 career state titles each. The CHSAA State Track & Field Championships begin Thursday with 61 returning champions competing across five classes.
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Giant bronze bison now stand at the entrance of the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, honoring both America's 250th anniversary and one of conservation's greatest comeback stories. The installation celebrates how cooperation saved a species from fewer than 1,000 animals to thriving herds today.
Twenty-three Native American tribes are bypassing federal gridlock to build their own electric vehicle charging network across tribal lands. Electric Nation has already installed over 75% of planned chargers where government maps still show blank spaces.