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APR 15, 2025
AARP Wyoming’s GRT is a group of AARP members in the Cowboy State who enjoy learning and advocating for policy that helps older adults in Wyoming. The GRT meets monthly during the legislative interim to do a deep dive into a policy topic, and weekly during the Legislative Session. During a planning meeting in March, the GRT overwhelmingly requested more information on gaming in Wyoming and its impacts to the state’s coffers in light of property tax cuts.
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
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According to Department of Revenue Director Brenda Henson, the application deadline for tax year 2022 refunds is June 5 and applications will be available April 1st by calling her office at 307-777-7320, going online to WPTRS.wyo.gov., or from their local county treasurer's office.
In the early 1900s, the Greenwood neighborhood of Tulsa, Oklahoma, now called "Black Wall Street," was a vibrant and prosperous community. Despite the challenges and racial injustices they faced, residents of this community built a thriving neighborhood filled with successful Black-owned businesses, attorneys, doctors, and real estate agents. Their achievements were nothing short of remarkable and served as a beacon of hope for Black Americans nationwide.
The classes are a mix of cardio and strength training and those at any fitness level are welcome to join. AARP Wyoming recommends you consult with a physician before beginning an exercise program.
Parker has volunteered with the drivers' safety program for more than 22 years. Parker is the coordinator for driver safety events in Albany and Carbon Counties. In 2022, Parker oversaw 11 successful classes of between six and eight participants per class.
The report highlights the growing scope and complexity of family caregiving and offers actions needed to address the many challenges of caring for parents, spouses, and other loved ones.
Sheridan’s Age 50+ community is invited to a free screening of the movie, “A Man Called Otto,” on Friday, April 14, starting at 2 p.m. inside the WYO Theater.
AARP shredding events help you to stay one step ahead of identity thieves by shredding personal and financial documents. Please bring your documents in something easy to dump into the shred truck like boxes or paper bags.
Thursday afternoon, Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signed House Bill 99 into law. HB99 is the expansion of eligibility requirements for the Property Tax Refund Program.
AARP Wyoming and veterans organizations around the state will host a free Military Veterans Resource Fair and Lunch at American Legion Post 14 in Laramie on April 29.
Today in Cheyenne Governor Mark Gordon signed a proclamation declaring Wyoming a Hidden Heroes State, which recognizes the caregivers of veterans across Wyoming, while highlighting some of the available resources for military caregivers.
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