Wyoming Jobless Rate Holds Steady In May From April
Laramie County's rate was the same as the county's unemployment rate in April, but down markedly from its May 2020 unemployment rate of 7.9 percent.
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Gov. Gordon Consulting With Other Governors On ”A Way Forward”
Gordon said the "way forward" for energy-producing states might include legal action, public relations campaigns, and other components.
Rep. Cheney Says Lease Moratorium Will Cost 1 Million Jobs
The order has come under heavy criticism in Wyoming, where the energy industry is a key component of the state economy.
Barrasso Says Biden Could Cost Wyoming 30,000 Jobs
In a separate post on his Facebook page, Barrasso said Biden's policies could cost Wyoming 30,000 jobs.
BLM Deputy Director On Role With Agency, Energy, Wild Horses
Pendley credits President Trump with helping the nation achieve energy independence by opening up lands in Wyoming and across the west to energy development.
Local Author Writes About Wyoming and Energy Industry
"Wyoming: Perspectives on a 'small town with long streets' " examines recent declines in the coal industry with city officials from affected cities and energy economists.
Officials: Coal to Keep Sliding as Renewables, Gas Fill Gap
Natural gas is expected to remain the fuel of choice for power generation with an expected 40% share of U.S. markets this summer.
Good Economic Report
Jim Robinson says the overall report is mostly good news for Wyoming's economy.
City of Rawlins Will Use Bank of the West
The city council voted 5-1 last week to keep an estimated $9 million at the bank.
Unemployment Increases Slightly
The good news in the report included sizable decreases in unemployment some of the state's major energy-producing counties in a year-over-year comparison.