LARAMIE, Wyo. — A Colorado resident died April 2 in a two-vehicle crash near Laramie.
According to reports from Wyoming Highway Patrol, one driver was northbound on US 287, while another motorist was approaching from the south. Shortly before 7:50 pm., the northbound vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck the other car in a glancing, head-on collision near milepost 415.
After the drivers collided, the southbound car left the road to the right, tripping and rolling before coming to rest in a ditch. The other vehicle left the road to the right and came to an uncontrolled rest.
Killed in the wreck was 36-year-old Colorado resident David Foote. One other person was injured, WHP reports.
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This story contains preliminary information as provided by the Wyoming Highway Patrol via the Wyoming Department of Transportation Fatal Crash Summary map. The agency advises that information may be subject to change.
Debra Moerke spent some time on Wyoming’s morning radio talk show, Wake Up Wyoming, with Glenn Woods, to talk about a new, safe haven for single mothers in the Cowboy State.
The McKenzie Home will provide a safe haven and essential resources, empowering single mothers to gain stability, achieve independence, and build a bright, self-sufficient future for their children.
The McKenzie Home is a supportive residential community dedicated to single mothers. They offer the tailored programs and skills development necessary to secure affordable housing, increase job readiness, and break the cycle of instability.
You can listen to the radio interview below.
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The mission of The McKenzie Home is to provide single mothers with a home and a program with access to resources, skills, and support needed to enable them to become successful parents and contributing members of their community.
Women who find themselves as a single parent often fall between the cracks in our society, with little support or help to become strong and independent. Many times, they will turn to unhealthy alternatives, putting themselves and their children in jeopardy. The McKenzie Home gives them a safe place to live, while providing that essential support toward a healthy, productive life.
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McKENZIE’S STORY. Born of a single mom and adopted into a loving family, McKenzie was a warm and fun-loving little girl. At the age of five, she lost her fight against childhood cancer. While visiting McKenzie’s memorial site in Green River, Wyoming, her grandmother, Debra Moerke, felt drawn to a nearby historical elementary school.
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After the building was gutted by a fire, Moerke was given a vision to bring the landmark back to life by restoring a community treasure and creating a transitional home for single moms in need of a new start.
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MEET THE TEAM. The McKenzie Home enjoys the support and expertise of a Board of Directors, an Extension of the Board housed in Green River, and an Advisory Board. Meet them here.
GOLDEN, Colo. — The University of Wyoming track team made program history on Wednesday, setting a new school record in the men’s 4×100 meter relay to start the week.
The squad, composed of freshman Ryan Elsen, senior Carter McComb, senior Gavin Cougle and sophomore Bridger Norton, surpassed the previous record of 40.54 seconds established in 2000 and tied in 2010 with a new mark of 40.12 seconds.
In the men’s 100-meter dash, the Cowboys placed three runners in the top five. Elsen won the event in 10.51 seconds, matching his personal record. McComb finished second with a season-best 10.75, and Cougle took fifth with a time of 10.93.
On the women’s side, junior Gabbreiella Mendoza-Molina led Wyoming in the 400-meter hurdles, placing fourth with a personal-best time of 1:00.53. Sophomore Carly Norman followed in fifth with a personal-best 1:02.53, while freshman Payton Becker finished sixth in her event debut.
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In other track events, senior Faith Jehu took fourth in the 100-meter dash (12.61), followed by sophomore Melody ZumBrunnen in seventh with a season-best 12.74. Sophomore Lily Nichols placed 12th in her first collegiate 400-meter race with a time of 1:01.40.
In field and multi-events, freshman Desirae Iacovetto holds second place in the heptathlon after the first day of competition, totaling 2,924 points. Iacovetto recorded personal bests in the 100-meter hurdles (14.46), 200-meter dash (25.30) and shot put (10.84 meters). She also cleared 1.45 meters in the high jump. Meanwhile, ZumBrunnen finished eighth in the long jump with a season-best leap of 5.41 meters.
