Wyoming News
News stories from the past 60 days.
May 28, 2019 - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner will be visiting Montana and Wyoming to see the impact of rural broadband access. His visit will include a telehealth facility, cattle ranch, community health center, and other locations.
Source: Federal Communications Commission
May 14, 2019 - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorized $111.6 million to expand broadband access to rural homes and businesses in 12 states as part of the Connect America Fund Phase II auction. This initial funding is expected to provide broadband access to over 37,000 rural homes and businesses; more than 700,000 are expected to be connected in the next decade.
Source: Federal Communications Commission
Apr 19, 2019 - Shopko closures across the country meant many rural communities lost their only pharmacy. In rural Bridger Valley, Wyoming, the pharmacist decided to begin a delivery service to ensure local community members had continued access to medication.
Source: Wyoming Public Media
Last Updated: 5/28/2019