AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoNational Parks & Tourism: Grand Teton and Yellowstone logged record May visitation, with Grand Teton at 366,252 visitors and Yellowstone at 570,272—both topping prior May highs—fueling optimism for a strong summer travel season. Outdoor Recreation & Family Travel: A cross-country cycling group made a pit stop in Columbus, using Wyoming as a scenic waypoint on a 3,580-mile Northern Tier trek. Lodging & Taxes: Sheridan-area vacation rental owners say Wyoming’s lodging tax reporting system has loopholes, raising concerns that some stays may avoid collecting or remitting the required lodging tax. Conservation & Wildlife: The National Elk Refuge confirmed a chronic wasting disease detection, with officials saying operations will largely follow an existing response plan. Cheyenne Development Watch: Project Cosmo is moving toward reality in Cheyenne, with plans for a major data center campus and new infrastructure—sparking ongoing local debate about impacts. Local Culture & Learning: Wyoming Public Media will host an opening reception for its “Wyoming’s History Through Listeners’ Eyes” photo exhibit in Laramie, plus a mansion tour and a talk on cattle ranching history. Plan Your Summer Visit: UW’s Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium is adjusting summer programming hours and adding afternoon shows on select days, with tickets and discounts available.
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