Kay Erickson

2 weeks ago | ypradio.org | Kay Erickson

A newly opened exhibit at the Western Heritage Center in Billings tackles a chapter of Montana history not widely talked about, called Equally Different: Uncovering the History of Disabilities in Montana. This year is the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. But more than a century ago, parts of Montana were taking a different approach to services and integration in that area, says the Western Heritage Center’s community historian Lauren Hunley.

Jul 30, 2024 | wyomingpublicmedia.org | Kay Erickson

This story is part of our Quick Hits series. This series will bring you breaking news and short updates from throughout the state. A deadly plane crash near the Montana-Wyoming border north of Gillette on July 26 sparked a wildfire and killed seven people. Gaither Music, a prominent Christian music company, released a statement identifying the people aboard the plane as members of The Nelons, an award-winning gospel music group. The Nelons are a four-piece family group.

Jul 24, 2024 | wyomingpublicmedia.org | Kay Erickson

This story is part of our Quick Hits series. This series will bring you breaking news and short updates from throughout the state. Wyoming’s unemployment rate remained unchanged from May to June. The state’s Department of Workforce Services reports Wyoming’s seasonally adjusted rate was 2.9 percent. That’s much lower than the current U.S. unemployment rate of 4.1 percent.

Mar 16, 2023 | hpr1.com | Kay Erickson

Nov 15, 2021 | ypradio.org | Kay Erickson