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October Outrider Now Available
The October Outrider from the Wyoming State Library is hot off the press! Find out all about what's going on in the Wyoming library community and beyond, including news,...
Goshen County Library Celebrates Library Journal’s Best Small Library in America Award
On October 20, staff and patrons of the Goshen County Library (GCL) in Torrington celebrated their recent designation as Library Journal's Best Small Library in America with...
October News in Brief
Happy End-of-October! Here is an updated roundup of new and articles regarding literacy, libraries, and library professionals. Everyone Can Play: Add Accessible Toys and...
Johnson County Libraries Completes Construction on New Kaycee Branch Library
Johnson County Libraries (JCL) recently celebrated the opening of their new Kaycee Branch Library, culminating many months of hard work, dedication, and community...
Mac Barnett Visits Park County Library in Cody
The Park County Library in Cody, Wyoming, recently hosted award-winning children's book author Mac Barnett, who is currently touring as the ninth National Ambassador for...
Wyoming Library Professionals Gather for Learning and Connection at Wyoming Library Association’s Annual Conference
Wyoming Library Association's (WLA) 2026 Annual Conference, "Thriving Together," was held at the Little America Hotel and Resort in Cheyenne, Wyoming, September 30-October...
LEAD News: Leadership, Learning, and Connection
New Leadership for LEAD The Wyoming Library Association's (WLA) LEAD Interest Group welcomes Lori Sponhour as Chair and Anita Marple as Chair-Elect. Lori Sponhour just...
LEAD Mentoring Program – Applications Open for January–June 2027
Would you benefit from guidance in your library career? Are you wondering how to become more effective in your library work? Are you motivated to help others grow in their...
People News-Weston County Library Edition
Weston County Library, with locations in both Newcastle and Upton, has recently had some important staff changes, bidding a grateful farewell to a beloved staff member and...
WLLI News: Looking Ahead and Getting Involved
WLLI Communications Team Seeks New Members The Wyoming Library Leadership Institute (WLLI) is looking for someone interested in joining its Communications Team! This...
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