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Month: November 2022

Yellowstone’s chief wolf scientist retiring this week

JACKSON (WNE) — Doug Smith, the human face of Yellowstone National Park’s wolf research and management program, is retiring. Smith’s name is inseparably tied to the recent history of wolves in Yellowstone, a frequently lauded and often criticized saga that…

Late night crash knocks out power to Afton residents

A single vehicle accident was the cause of a power outage in the Afton area late Monday night. Afton Police Chief Jason Romberg told SVI News that around 11:35 p.m. a vehicle collided with a power pole in the area…

Safety Tips To Improve the Mining Industry

Mining professionals are vulnerable to more occupational hazards than those in other industries. Coal mines can be unforgiving, extreme environments that put miners in danger. To mitigate this problem, industry leaders have made it a priority to develop comprehensive, up-to-date…

Former Idaho high school wrestling coach indicted for sexual battery of a minor

This story courtesy of EastIdahoNews.com. It is used here with permission –  EDITOR’S NOTE: The story contains graphic details. Reader discretion is advised. By Andrea Olson EastIdahoNews.com BLACKFOOT — A Teton County grand jury has indicted a former wrestling coach…

Christmas Tree Permits Available on the B-T

Western Wyo., November 21, 2022–Christmas tree permits are now available for purchase at district offices and online through Recreation.gov through December 31st. Details about where to cut and height restrictions may be found at Recreation.gov by searching “Bridger-Teton National Forest.”…

Public asked for help after 6 Jackson restaurants are burglarized

This story courtesy of EastIdahoNews.com. It is used here with permission – JACKSON, Wyoming — The Jackson Police Department is asking the public for help after six restaurants were burglarized early this month. Pinky G’s, Local Restaurant and Bar, Miazga’s,…

Elimination of federal grazing would have far economic reach

By Carrie Haderlie The Sheridan Press Via- Wyoming News Exchange SHERIDAN — A new study by University of Wyoming researchers has found that for every dollar lost in the ranching industry, there is a $1.55 loss in secondary economic activity….

School board votes legal action against state

• Lincoln County School District No. 1 part of the discussion –  By Cassia Catterall Gillette News Record Via- Wyoming News Exchange GILLETTE — On Tuesday, the Campbell County School District joined other school districts across Wyoming and the Wyoming…

$10M grant completes funding needed for new hospital

RIVERTON (WNE) – The Riverton Medical District announced it has secured $54 million in funding needed to build a new hospital. On Nov. 16, the Wyoming Loan and Investment Board approved a $10-million grant from the state of Wyoming for…

Funeral services for Lael Hemmert

Funeral services for Lael Hemmert will take place Saturday November 26, 2022 at 11 am at Grover LDS Chapel. A night viewing will take place Friday November 25, 2022 from 6-8 pm at Schwab Mortuary in Afton and from 10-10:45…