CHEYENNE – Governor Mark Gordon announced new health orders on Nov. 19 that will reduce the size of indoor and outdoor gatherings.

The orders will go into effect Nov. 24 and will limit indoor and outdoor gatherings to 25 people or fewer. According to the order, if physical distancing measures are employed, gatherings for indoor events are limited to 25% of venue capacity with a maximum of 100 people. Gatherings for outdoor events are limited to 50% of venue capacity with a maximum of 250 people. 

Faith based gatherings are exempt and there are no changes to operations of K-12 schools, child care facilities, restaurants and performance spaces. 

The new orders are in effect until Dec. 15 and may be revised earlier if needed, according to the release.

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