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Proposed 800-unit workforce housing development in Cheyenne sparks concern
Wyoming Tribune Eagle
The Laramie County Planning and Development Department is reviewing a permit that would allow for the construction of an 800-unit temporary workforce housing development just south of Cheyenne, but many residents in the area remain opposed. The community is expected to house up to 5,600 workers, contractors and subcontractors who would be working on large-scale infrastructure projects in the area, such as data centers and other energy projects, the Wyoming Tribune Eagle reports. Read the full story.

Sheridan-area schools advance cellphone policies
The Sheridan Press
As Wyoming school districts are now required to adopt policies governing the use of cellphones, Sheridan County School District 1 approved the first reading of its cellphone use policy. Sheridan County School District 2 — a school district that serves nine schools in Sheridan and one in Story — approved its second reading of a cellphone policy in February. SCSD1’s new policy states that students may only use devices in accordance with each school’s handbook and as approved by the board unless otherwise authorized by the building principal or superintendent, The Sheridan Press reports. Read the full story.

Jackson nonprofit looks to certify wildlife-friendly fence contractors
Jackson Hole News&Guide
When it comes to ensuring that fencing is “wildlife friendly” — as required by Teton County — contractors, landscapers and property managers are on the frontlines. As such, the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation has unveiled a certification for companies that install fencing to encourage compliance with Teton County regulations. Fencing is a priority for advocates because, if not built to accommodate wildlife, it can impede migration and lead to injury, containment or death, the Jackson Hole News&Guide reports. Read the full story.

WWII-era Veterans Museum undergoes complete restoration
Oil City News
The small, brown and humble building just east of the Casper/Natrona County International Airport was never intended to survive its nearly 85 years. Some 400 buildings sprang up on the air base that year, which during the war was used to train between 16,000 and 18,000 enlistees to fly B-17 and B-24 planes in overseas operations. Only a handful of the buildings survived past the war, including the former servicemen’s club. The building now helps to tell and preserve the stories of thousands of Wyoming veterans from all military branches, Oil City News reports. Read the full story.