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Snow mold can grow as a result of snow laying for a long period of time, it can create a fungus that will eat grass or other growth.

Prepping your garden, trees and lawn for the fall

As the gardening season draws to a close, it’s time to prepare your garden, trees and lawn for the winter and fall months Garden Once harvest is completed, it’s … more

By Alex Orozco, University of Wyoming Extension educator | 9/23/22

Outlaw Trails community roundtable discussion

Join the Bureau of Land Management’s Cody Field Office and Wyoming Outdoor Recreation for a community roundtable discussion on the Outlaw Trails system in Cody. This co-hosted event will be an … more

9/27/22

A crew of volunteers from HistoriCorps works on the old district ranger residence at the Crandall Ranger Station. The cabin was built more than 80 years ago and was in desperate need of updating as it now serves to house seasonal workers in the Shoshone National Forest. The project is being funded by the 2020 Great American Outdoors Act.

Federal funds fuel Wyoming forest infrastructure projects

F ederal officials have allocated millions of dollars to improve roads and trails across Wyoming’s national forests — which have been under increasing strain as user numbers … more

By Katie Klingsporn WyoFile.com | 11/25/22

People walk over a new foot bridge built as part of the Gooseberry Badlands project on a trail west of Worland.

Gooseberry Badlands project complete

WORLAND — Major improvements to the Bureau of Land Management-administered Gooseberry Badlands Scenic Overlook Trail west of Worland are complete. The project, funded by … more

5/2/24

Sen. Tim French, R-Powell, listens to discussion during the 2022 Budget Session. French and the other members of the Wyoming Legislature will reconvene Jan. 10 for the 2023 General Session.

Sen. French looks to address EVs, investments and property taxes

With hundreds of bills drafted and infighting already underway, the Wyoming Legislature’s 2023 General Session is shaping up to be busy and potentially heated. “It’ll be … more

By CJ Baker | 12/15/22

Angelina Hardisty shovels a path to the Skyline Cafe early Wednesday morning. Despite an order to avoid unnecessary travel, the restaurant was serving a lot of customers. Thursday weather warnings call for a low of 24 degrees below zero and blowing and drifting snow.

UPDATE: Powell area hit with arctic cold front, closing schools and roads

The Powell area was hit with a blast of arctic air early Wednesday morning, plummeting temperatures to the negative teens with wind chills below minus 40 degrees and leading to school and road … more

12/21/22

Draft of county’s new land use plan unveiled soon

A draft of a new Park County Land Use Plan will soon be revealed to the public for the first time. Clarion Associates, the consultant working with the county to create the new plan, delivered the … more

By Zac Taylor | 2/7/23

The monologues show features many of the powerful and persuasive women who helped shape Cody and will complete its final summer season at the Center of the West.

Final three performances of ‘The Cody Monologues’ coming to Center of the West

CODY — Studio Theatre at CCPA will present the final three performances of “Famous & Infamous Women of the West: The Cody Monologues” at the Buffalo Bill Center of … more

6/20/23

This male was captured on a dash camera breaking into a vehicle in the 1900 block of Cody’s 15th Street around 1 a.m. Monday. Cody police are asking anyone with information about the person or incident to get in touch with the department.

One vehicle stolen, others burglarized in Cody crime spree

Cody police are asking for the public’s help after a thief, or thieves, stole one vehicle and broke into several others early Monday morning. Police logs indicate more than eight vehicles were … more

By CJ Baker | 6/29/23

Meeteetse Senior Center to stay open after almost having to close

A flood of community support has enabled the Meeteetse Senior Center, at risk of closure due to a lack of funds, to be able to stay open for at least the next year. Center board chair Bill … more

By Zac Taylor | 8/22/23

Cody student named to Aurora University Dean’s List

Cody graduate Anna Brenner was named to the Aurora University Dean’s List for the 2023 semester. To earn a spot on the Dean’s List students must be enrolled full-time as undergraduate … more

8/29/23

A hiker makes his way down the ‘old dam road’ for a view below the Buffalo Bill Dam. Prepare for hikes this summer by packing the right equipment, including a first-aid kit, sun protection, extra clothing, insect repellent and a compass. It’s also important to check the weather forecast and watch for signs of grizzlies when in bear country.

Preparing for safe summer fun

After a long, cold winter in northwest Wyoming, there’s no time to waste getting to the plethora of local places to play in the Big Horn Basin. It doesn’t matter if your plans include … more

By Mark Davis | 5/27/22

Kinzee Riedinger holds on to her 14-year-old dog Cummins. Kinzee and Cummins have always had a special bond — the courageous canine was originally her sister’s but after helping to save Kinzee from a dog attack he hasn’t left the determined dancer.

Dancing through adversity

Between the ages of 7 and 8, Kinzee Riedinger had to learn to find her rhythm again. Eventually she figured out if she put her back to the wall or her feet firmly on the ground she could feel … more

By Braden Schiller | 11/7/23

A cow tends to her calf. Weaning is an important step for both calves and producers.

Preparing for weaning

Spring calving cow-calf producers are approaching weaning time, which can be a stressful time for both calves and producers. How a producer manages calves prior, during and after weaning can have a … more

By Alex Orozco, University of Wyoming Extension educator | 9/23/22

A view from the southeast corner of the property off Wyo. Highway 294, facing west, shows part of the area at the edge of a massive tract of BLM land where an events center will be built after being approved by Park County commissioners.

County approves permit for small event space

A new event space is set to be built off Wyo. Highway 294 on the edge of Badger Basin. Park County commissioners Tuesday unanimously approved a special use permit for the minor commercial … more

By Zac Taylor | 9/27/22

Jerry Hill, manager at Rock Creek Ranch near Clark, guides Leroy, the famous steer, across the creek with the family Christmas tree on its back. The 12-foot tree looks small compared to the 1,700-pound, 17.1-hand tall steer.

The holiday Holstein

At the Rock Creek Ranch in the Clarks Fork Canyon, Leroy, the nearly 1-ton ranch “mooscot,” still has free run of the iconic ranch land. And now he has developed a taste for … more

By Mark Davis | 12/15/22

Powell Christian School sent out Flat Stanleys to family and friends as well as Gov. Mark Gordon last semester. Gordon sent the student back a letter as well as photos of Flat Stanley accompanying Gordon and his wife around the state’s capitol.

Flat Stanleys make friends all across the country

Students of Powell Christian School enthusiastically received their good friend Flat Stanley after his multiple trips to Gov. Mark Gordon, U.S. Sen. John Barrasso and even a trip to Australia. … more

By Braden Schiller | 1/19/23

Rep. Rachel Rodriguez-Williams (R-Cody) is sponsoring legislation that would prevent Wyoming’s towns, cities and counties from banning or putting undue restrictions on rodeos and other events/businesses that involve working animals.

Bill aimed at protecting rodeo advances in House

A Cody lawmaker’s effort to protect rodeos and similar events from animal rights activists cleared a House committee on a unanimous vote last week, overcoming some concerns about unintended … more

By CJ Baker | 2/7/23

Lucy Edgell shows off her catch during a past Kids’ Fishing Day at Homesteader Park. The popular event returns to Powell’s fishing pond on Saturday, June 3.

Powell Rec offering slew of summer activities for all ages

From sports lessons to kids’ camps, the Powell Recreation District’s broad lineup of programs offers little excuse to spend the summer on the couch. Over the coming months, … more

By CJ Baker | 5/26/23

Gordon calls proposed BLM conservation rule ‘boneheaded’

CHEYENNE (WNE) — On Thursday, Gov. Mark Gordon provided testimony to the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources regarding the Bureau of Land Management’s Conservation and Landscape … more

6/20/23