Health Order Removed, Gathering Sizes Relaxed as Metrics Continue to Improve
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon and the Wyoming Department of Health have announced the removal of a health order addressing operations of personal care services, along with a continued relaxing of COVID-19 protocols as Wyoming's metrics continue to improve.
Beginning March 1, Health Order No. 3, which addresses operations of barber shops, nail and hair salons, tattoo parlors and other personal care services is being eliminated completely. Attendance limits for indoor and outdoor gatherings will increase once again, and protocols for restaurant and theater operations will be adjusted. Indoor gatherings that incorporate social distancing and face coverings are permitted for up to 25 percent of capacity or 1,000 persons, and outdoor gatherings of up to 2,000 persons. In addition, sporting events and artistic performances will see participation limits eased.
Four Wyoming counties have now received variances from statewide requirements in response to local conditions. Additional changes to statewide protocols are expected to continue as metrics allow. Vaccination efforts are expected to help accelerate that process, Governor Gordon said.
"The efforts made so far have allowed us to maximize attendance safely at larger events like the state high school wrestling championships this weekend and the state high school basketball tournament that was cancelled last year," the Governor said. "If we continue on our current trajectory, I expect us to be able to continue to remove orders as we safely return to a new normal."
As of February 25, more than 16% of the state's population has received at least one vaccine dose – one of the highest rates in the country. All Wyoming counties are now in phase 1b of the phased distribution plan, which includes adults 65 and over, frontline essential workers, and individuals with medical conditions that put them at higher risk. Wyoming vaccine distribution information can be found at health.wyo.gov/publichealth/immunization/wyoming-covid-19-vaccine-information/.
The changes are in effect from March 1-15. A fact sheet explaining the most recent update and the updated orders are attached. They can also be found on Wyoming's COVID-19 website. ... See moreSee less
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On March 1st through March 5th, Rocky Mountain Power will be performing various work along Broadway, adjacent to the First Security Bank building. Some parking spots around their work zone will be off limits. Traffic through the Broadway corridor may be delayed and possible short term closures are expected, please plan accordingly. Please adhere to all traffic control signs and devices. Thank you for your cooperation and we apologize for any inconveniences this may cause. If you have any questions, please contact the Rock Springs City Engineering Department at 307-352-1540. Thank you. ... See moreSee less
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Governor Gordon Orders Flags Be Flown at Half-Staff Statewide Through February 26
in Memory of Americans lost to COVID-19
CHEYENNE, Wyo. - Governor Mark Gordon, pursuant to President Joe Biden's Proclamation remembering the 500,000 Americans lost to COVID-19, has ordered both the U.S. and State of Wyoming flags be flown at half-staff statewide until sunset February 26.
The Presidential Proclamation follows:
REMEMBERING THE 500,000 AMERICANS LOST TO COVID-19
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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
As of this week during the dark winter of the COVID-19 pandemic,
more than 500,000 Americans have now died from the virus. That is
more Americans who have died in a single year of this pandemic than in World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War combined.
On this solemn occasion, we reflect on their loss and on their loved ones left behind. We, as a Nation, must remember them so we can begin to heal, to unite, and find purpose as one Nation to defeat this pandemic.
In their memory, the First Lady and I will be joined by the Vice
President and the Second Gentleman for a moment of silence at the White House this evening. I ask all Americans to join us as we
remember the more than 500,000 of our fellow Americans lost to COVID19 and to observe a moment of silence at sunset. I also hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset February 26, 2021. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States
embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad,
including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-one, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-fifth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR. ... See moreSee less