Virus

Increased transmission within Wyoming communities has been noted with new cases reported in 15 counties.

Childcare facilities will also be able to operate without restrictions on class sizes, and group fitness classes will be able to include up to 50 participants..

All positive patients are being monitored by health officials to ensure appropriate precautions are being taken.

There are 13 cases in Teton County.

By pitching in voluntarily, stricter controls on movement might be avoided, the governor said.

Wyoming had 19 reported cases of the virus, with nine of those in Lander, as of Friday.

The proposed order is pending approval from the state.

The Wyoming Department of Health will lead the investigation into the man's contacts.

Further information about the new Laramie County and Park County cases was not immediately available.

The ski area said its managers consulted with county health officials in making the decision, which they take seriously.

Smith's will continue to operate as normal from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., though those hours are temporary amid the pandemic.