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New on the Wyoming Library Job Board
The Wyoming State Library maintains a job board for library positions around the state. These are the latest opportunities from the WSL and around the state that have been...
AI Summit 2026 Explores AI Use in Libraries
On May 29, library professionals from across Wyoming gathered to explore innovative, practical, and thoughtful approaches to artificial intelligence in library and archival...
June Grant and Award Opportunities
Here are some grant opportunities for libraries with deadlines during the next couple of months or with ongoing application periods: Rocky Mountain Power Foundation...
News in Brief
Happy June! Here is an updated roundup of news and articles regarding literacy, libraries, and library professionals. Quick Wins to Boost Engagement with Passive...
Natrona County Library Uses Grant Funds for Enhanced Accessibility and Privacy
Natrona County Library in Casper, Wyoming, has used funds from their Wyoming Library Community Multi-Purpose Facility Program subgrant to enhance accessibility and privacy...
The WSL Bids a Grateful Farewell to Marketing Lead Greg Mosshammer
Greg Mosshammer, the Wyoming State Library's former Marketing Lead, recently moved back east with his family after leading the WSL's marketing team from January 2022 until...
WYLD Network Hosts Annual Meeting at Sheridan College
Wyoming library professionals gathered at Sheridan College in Sheridan, Wyoming, for the WYLD Network Annual Meeting held on May 27 and 28, 2026. Around eighty attendees...
Librarian Spotlight – Lisa Carter
A Historic Start: Lisa's Path to the Library Originally hailing from Canada, Lisa’s journey to the Cowboy State is a classic tale of love and adventure. "I moved here 13...
People News
Have People News at your library (new staff, retirements, staff achievements, etc.)? Send it to Christi Weinzierl at christi.weinzierl1@wyo.org. Linann McDonald, Lead...
Cyber-in-a-Box School Video Challenge
Teachers and school librarians, it's time to register for the 2027 Cyber-in-a-Box School Video Challenge! Next year's challenge topic is "Exploring AI and Data Privacy."...
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