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Conservation District helping ranchers mitigate fire risk, clean up after recent flood

Downed branches and loads of mud and silt litter the Little Tongue Ranch near Dayton. A flash flood in the Little Tongue River July 15 left significant amounts of debris on Larry and Vicki … more

By Joseph Beaudet, The Sheridan Press Via Wyoming News Exchange | 7/31/25

Pete and Lynne Simpson, of Cody, have a long connection to the University of Wyoming. The Pete and Lynne Simpson Student Enrichment Fund in the Humanities will support internship opportunities in the humanities for students in the UW College of Arts and Sciences.

New UW fund honors Pete and Lynne Simpson, supports student internships

A newly created fund at the University of Wyoming honors Pete and Lynne Simpson, longtime advocates of the arts and humanities and devoted UW supporters, by supporting meaningful and transformative … more

7/31/25

Retired Lovell doctor dies in boating accident

A longtime Lovell doctor was remembered this week for his skill as a physician and surgeon and his care and compassion for his patients. Dr. David Hoffman, 72, perished last Wednesday, July 23, … more

By David Peck, Lovell Chronicle | 7/31/25

Students watch senators debate how much to cut public education funding in Cheyenne in 2018.

Citing a lack of evidence, state asks Supreme Court to overturn school funding decision

First Lady Jennie Gordon served students at Douglas Upper Elementary on Wyoming’s inaugural Farm to School Day in October 2024. (Wyoming Department of Education) A February … more

By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com | 7/31/25

Denver Taiko members Hanna English, Iko Okimura (on flute) and Emi Shimur entertain visitors at Heart Mountain Interpretive Center’s original barracks during the nonprofit organization’s pilgrimage event this past weekend at the facility and in Cody.

Tears flow at Pilgrimage: First annual memorial celebration without Simpson and Mineta

The absence of former U.S. Sen. Al Simpson at the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center’s annual pilgrimage to Wyoming’s World War II internment camp, turned Smithsonian affiliated memorial … more

By Mark Davis | 7/29/25

Young man charged for gunshot now facing sex crime allegations

A young Powell man who’s alleged to have accidentally shot a woman this spring is now facing new sex crime charges, while his attorney is raising questions about his competency. Guadalupe … more

By CJ Baker | 7/29/25

Aspen Brazelton shows one of the three pigs she brought to the fair this year. At 18, it was her last year to sell her pigs in Saturday’s Livestock Sale.

Local youths, and parents, stay busy at fair

Aspen Brazelton stays busy. Thursday morning, the 18-year-old Powell High School grad was taking care of the four chickens she showed during the fair. She treats them well, provides each … more

By Zac Taylor | 7/29/25

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