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The Big Horn Co-op’s new CEO has a lot of challenges to deal with, from trouble finding and keeping good employees to the high cost of diesel and fertilizer. Yet Randy Carlholm left … more

By Zac Taylor | 3/16/23

Fewer deaths, births recorded among Wyoming residents in 2022

CHEYENNE (WNE) — Fewer deaths and births were recorded among Wyoming residents in 2022 than the previous year, according to official records held by Vital Statistics Services, part of the … more

3/16/23

Auction house ships counterfeit items, scams thousands from bidders

SHERIDAN — A local business hosting online auctions for vintage luxury items including jewelry and designer bags, Maison de Luxe, LLC, claims in its tagline to be “the house where luxury … more

By Shelby Kruse, The Sheridan Press Via Wyoming News Exchange | 3/16/23

Pronghorn carcasses discovered near Pinedale, where an outbreak of pneumonia is killing hundreds of antelope, are shown. What role the harsh winter weather has played in the outbreak is hard to say, wildlife officials said. But they’re certain the weather is killing fawns in one of Wyoming’s largest mule deer herds.

Weather, disease wallops Wyoming wildlife

This winter is killing mule deer fawns in Wyoming’s largest herd, and may be exacerbating a pneumonia outbreak in pronghorn near Pinedale. “This is a real deal winter and we’re … more

By Billy Arnold, Jackson Hole Daily Via Wyoming News Exchange | 3/16/23

Growing community: Park County garden blooms into a center for learning and partnership

Sometimes a great partnership starts with an idea and a single email — at least that’s how it went for Debbie Kelly, Bobbi Holder, and Karen Horner with the learning garden at the Park … more

By Kali McCrackin Goodenough, University of Wyoming Extension | 3/16/23

Breakfast egg-alternatives and grocery tips to beat back inflation

The past year of the highest inflation levels in decades has impacted many facets of day-to-day life. Grocery store aisles and breakfast plates have not been excluded. A carton of eggs has had as … more

By Jake Goodrick, Gillette News Record Via Wyoming News Exchange | 3/16/23

Wyoming 4-H to host virtual career fair March 21

On Tuesday, March 21, Wyoming students are encouraged to hop online for an engaging, one-of-a-kind career night featuring speakers from across the country, including Ryan “Cal” Callaghan … more

By Brooke Ortel, UW Extension | 3/16/23

Gardening can be easy if you select the right spot, choose between planting in soil vs. a container, use quality soil, keep water close, plant in a sunny spot, carefully consider what you grow and plant according to a calendar.

Garden growing basics for beginners

(Family Features) Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. … more

3/16/23

Elijah Hernandez bombs down the terrain course heading toward several jumps at Sleeping Giant Saturday. Hernandez tied for first place with Wesley Law in the expert category of the competition on the last day of the season at the ski lodge.

Sleeping Giant season ends on a high point

W atching from a picture window on the top floor of the lodge at Sleeping Giant, Rori Wright watched her son Elijah Hernandez doing flips off the big jump in Saturday’s terrain competition. She … more

By Mark Davis | 3/14/23

The area surrounding Horizon Tower’s proposed cell site includes residences, along with roads, vacant land and — not too far away — the Red Barn gas station.

Company sues commissioners for denying Wapiti cell tower

The company looking to build a 195-foot cell tower in Wapiti has filed suit against the Park County commissioners, asserting they were wrong to block the project last month. In a complaint filed … more

By CJ Baker | 3/14/23

County commissioners agree to multiple funding requests more than $1 million

It was a good afternoon for a number of organizations and county departments who had requested funds from one of Park County’s two large pots of COVID-19 related federal funds. At … more

By Zac Taylor | 3/14/23

From left, Gabby Paterson edits feature editor Jimmy Dees’ story with the help of next year’s editor in chief Emma Johnson in the classroom where The Prowl student newspaper is produced.

Powell High School student is Wyoming’s journalist of the year

Y ou should be a human first, then a journalist — Powell High School senior Gabby Paterson was told to follow those priorities by her adviser two years ago. She took the advice and … more

By Braden Schiller | 3/14/23

Wyoming Bankers Association: Local banks are doing fine

Amid a series of developments following the closure of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) on Friday, the Wyoming Bankers Association says it is ensuring the community banking voice is being heard while it … more

3/14/23

Property tax problem gets short- and long-term fixes

O f the more than a dozen bills aimed at providing residential property tax relief, Wyoming lawmakers settled on three: one to expand an existing refund program for low- and middle-income homeowners … more

3/14/23

Gordon signs bill to create outdoor recreation fund

G ov. Mark Gordon signed a bill Thursday creating the Wyoming Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Trust Fund, which will strengthen Wyoming’s outdoor recreation economy and help fund recreation … more

By Mark Davis | 3/14/23

Park County Planner Joy Hill will give a free presentation about floodplain development Tuesday, March 14, at 7 p.m. at the Wyoming Game and Fish office, located at 2 Tilden Trail in Cody.

Trout Unlimited features free floodplain development presentation March 14

CODY — As part of its series of free educational presentations, the East Yellowstone Chapter of Trout Unlimited will host Park County Planner Joy Hill, who will give a presentation about … more

3/14/23

Cody chamber CEO resigns position

The Cody Country Chamber of Commerce has announced the resignation of its CEO, Tina Hoebelheinrich. Tina has accepted a new position and will be transitioning to her new opportunity over the … more

3/14/23

BLM to conduct spring prescribed fire projects

WORLAND — The Bureau of Land Management Wind River/Bighorn Basin District plans to conduct prescribed fire projects within the Cody and Worland field office areas this spring as part of the … more

3/14/23

From left, Powell High School Robotics member Dallin Waite dumps hundreds of rubber ducks onto Daniel Merritt, to the amusement of PHS teacher Hans Hawley (back), Luke Legler and Kalin Hicswa.

Rubber ducks race for charity

A pink duck wearing a dollop of whipped cream and a cherry won $500 worth of goods for its owner on Feb. 28. The annual Powell High School Robotics duck race sells rubber ducks to the … more

By Braden Schiller | 3/14/23

Powell High School senior Josie Griffin is seen working on a tablecloth in her sewing room. Griffin is a seamstress who sews everything from scrunchies to extravagant prom dresses.

Teenage seamstress shares her story

Growing up, Josie Griffin always loved arts and crafts. From painting to drawing, she discovered her passion for using her imagination and thinking creatively. Besides the standard drawing and … more

Gabby Paterson | 3/14/23