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Suit over new voter rules tossed out

Wyoming’s new law requiring voters to provide proof of their citizenship and address has withstood an early legal challenge. Last week, a federal judge dismissed a suit from the Equality State … more

By CJ Baker | 7/29/25

Indoor riding arena approved south of Powell

An indoor riding arena could be coming soon to a property already known for hosting horse events south of Powell, and there’s clear support for it. County commissioners approved a … more

By Zac Taylor | 7/29/25

Search and rescue helps with two backcountry rescues

On July 23, Park County Search and Rescue volunteers were deployed to assist Cody Regional Health in accessing a 75-year-old male at the top of Rattlesnake Mountain. The male was experiencing a … more

7/29/25

Wyoming Game and Fish Department Aquatic Invasive Species Specialist Emily Youse inspects a boat at the Frannie boat inspection station last summer. Recently a boat checked in Teton County was found to have quagga mussels.

Quagga mussels discovered on boat at Grand Teton

An Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) technician at Grand Teton National Park recently discovered quagga mussels on a boat arriving from Utah. The mussels, which measured about 6–8 mm (about the … more

7/29/25

Kalyn Beasley, a Cody singer/songwriter, is part of the 2025 Tunes on the Trail concert series.

Beasley to perform as part of concert series

HYATTVILLE — Cody's Kalyn Beasley is part of the 2025 Tunes on the Trail concert series — a new initiative put on by Wyoming State Parks that blends live acoustic music with outdoor … more

7/29/25

Gordon formalizes WHP agreement with ICE

CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) has entered into an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to participate in the 287(g) program to assist ICE with immigration … more

7/29/25

Park County Landfill ups rates for a few waste items

The Park County Landfill is charging more for a few specific waste items to keep from being far below the regional average. At the July 15 meeting, commissioners unanimously approved rate … more

By Zac Taylor | 7/24/25

Wyoming Game and Fish Department fisheries department employees get set up for a test at Deaver Reservoir in the company boat that was pulled by a company truck. Only about 40% of the department’s budget is available for nondiscretionary expenditures.

Wyoming Game and Fish reduces budget for 2026

The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission voted unanimously to accept the department produced 2026 budget proposal, trimming $5.46 million from this year’s budget. The bulk of the savings come … more

By Mark Davis | 7/24/25

Man facing felonies after Sunday crash

Two people suffered serious injuries in a Sunday afternoon crash that authorities believe was caused by a drunk driver. The two-vehicle collision occurred shortly before 1 p.m. on U.S. Highway … more

By CJ Baker | 7/24/25

Powell Valley Healthcare awarded for efforts to improve rural stroke care

People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than their urban counterparts and have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for … more

7/24/25

Sam Mihara speaks at an event held in March at the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center.

Heart Mountain Pilgrimage features new films, books and panels

New films and presentations about books and digital programming marking the 80th anniversary of the closing of Japanese American incarceration sites will be featured at the Heart Mountain … more

7/24/25

Heather Dillon (left), recipient of a Program for Continuing Education Grant from the P.E.O. Sisterhood, holds her certificate and award check alongside Shelly Eyre Graham, current PCE chair.

Dillon receives grant to pursue degree in nursing

Heather Dillon was recently awarded a Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Grant from the P.E.O. Sisterhood, sponsored by P.E.O. Chapter P of Powell. The PCE grant was established in … more

7/24/25

A paving crew works in the Wind River Canyon. The Wyoming Department of Transportation announced roadwork on Wyo. Highway 120 south of Meeteetse is set to start.

Wyo. Highway 120 project begins south of Meeteetse

An $8.24 million highway improvement project is scheduled to start this week on Wyo. Highway 120 from Meeteetse south to near the Gooseberry Rest Area. The project begins at milepost 38.086 … more

7/24/25

Seidel to step down as UW president in 2026

University of Wyoming President Ed Seidel has informed the UW Board of Trustees he will step down from his position as president when his contract expires June 30, 2026. Seidel shared his plans … more

7/24/25

The Spring House can be seen during the tour of Hillsboro.

Late summer programs at Bighorn Canyon

The Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area still has a number of events to offer for the rest of the summer. Some of the events to be enjoyed on the South District of the park near Lovell include: … more

7/24/25

A grizzly bear stands on a downed log in Yellowstone National Park. Recently an adult female was relocated from Sublette County to the Mormon Creek drainage due to cattle depredation.

Grizzly relocated to Mormon Creek

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department captured and relocated an adult female grizzly bear on July 17. The grizzly bear was captured in association with conflict management efforts for cattle … more

7/24/25

UW, Business Alliance, community colleges partner to expand internships, learning

The Wyoming Business Alliance (WBA), the Wyoming Community College Commission (WCCC) and the University of Wyoming have formed a new partnership aimed at enhancing opportunities for student … more

7/24/25

Wyoming’s aging population creates potential labor, resource challenges

Wyoming’s population is aging more rapidly than any other state. According to June data from Wyoming Administration and Information (Wyoming A&I), Wyoming’s elderly population of … more

By Georgia Lodewyk, The Sheridan Press Via Wyoming News Exchange | 7/24/25

Lovell Volunteer Fire Department Assistant Chief Lynn Hitz pours water on the Freightliner RV Thursday evening on the Bighorns, assisted by two others. The motorhome was completely destroyed, but the occupants were able to get out safely before the vehicle was consumed.

RV, semi destroyed on Bighorn roads

Local first responders attended to a pair of serious highway incidents this week that left an RV and a semi tractor and trailer destroyed but occupants able to walk away from each scene with little … more

By David Peck, Lovell Chronicle | 7/24/25

Powell Valley Healthcare receives prestigious baby-friendly designation

Powell Valley Healthcare is proud to announce that it has achieved the prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the … more

7/24/25