Aeronautics Commission to meet Jan. 19 in Cheyenne

The Wyoming Aeronautics Commission will meet in Cheyenne on Jan. 19, beginning with a workshop at 10:45 a.m., and followed by a business meeting tentatively scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. The meetings will be conducted in the second-floor conference room at the WYDOT Aeronautics Division Building, 200 E. 8th Ave. The workshop will include presentations on the proposed Air Service Enhancement Program...

Speed limit to increase to 70 mph on three Wyoming highways this month

The speed limit will increase to 70 mph on sections of US 85, WYO 130 and WYO 120 later this month, when weather permits WYDOT to change the speed limit signs on the highways. Much of US 85 from just east of its interchange with I-25 (Exit 17) north of Cheyenne to Newcastle will be posted with the 70 mph limit. Highway segments adjacent to communities will retain their current speed limit. WYO 130...

Governor names Panos WYDOT director

Gov. Matt Mead announced Wednesday that William "Bill" Panos is his choice to head the Wyoming Department of Transportation. Panos was one of four people nominated for the position by the Wyoming Transportation Commission. Panos had served as WYDOT's interim director since October.  “Bill Panos has proven himself as a talented leader and effective manager as the director of the School Facilities Department,”...