Star Trail restoration work underway east of Afton
Six people from various locations throughout the United States gathered on Star Hill east of Afton this past week to build a walking trail. They are part of a Star Hill restoration project the Town of Afton is coordinating with…
Meet Chris Petersen: 2023 Vocalist Celebrity Judge
The Vocalist, the largest singing competition in the Rocky Mountains, returns to the Lincoln County Fair in Afton, Wyoming on it’s opening day Saturday, August 3. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. with the show starting at 7:00. The show will…
One22 annual report points to increase in need for rent assistance
By Jeannette Boner Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — With the recent release of One22’s annual report, the nonprofit organization is heeding eye-raising new data that points to critical housing insecurities that have not abated since the…
Qualities To Look For in Your Next Camping Tent
Ensure a comfortable and hassle-free outdoor adventure with the right camping tent. Learn about the essential qualities to look for when shopping for one.
Judge: Sweetwater County lawsuit likely fails to show broad parental rights violations
By Aedan Hannon Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — The Sweetwater County parents suing a southern Wyoming school district for allegedly concealing their child’s gender identity and contributing to their child’s “social transitioning” have updated their lawsuit after…
FBI helps identify area where missing Wyoming woman’s cell phone lost signal
CASPER (WNE) — The Wyoming branch of the FBI was able to help approximate where Breanna Mitchell’s cellphone last had signal, but the Washakie County woman remained missing on Monday. This information doesn’t give exact locations, so the search area…
Funeral service for Lester Hopkins
Funeral services for Lester Hopkins will take place on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 11 am at Schwab Mortuary in Afton. A viewing will take place from 10-10:50 a.m. prior to the service.
Holy Family Catholic Church hosts Craft Bazaar this weekend in Thayne
• Funds go to support organizations and individuals in need. The Council of Catholic Women, with Holy Family Catholic Church in Thayne, is hosting a Craft Bazaar this Saturday, August 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking…
Crews hopeful to start 4th Ave. paving next week
Daily traffic has had to make some minor adjustments in the last several days as crews work to replace the asphalt on 4th Avenue in Afton near the Maverik convenience store and extending east. “They are replacing the road from…
New grand funds will help WWCC start new program offerings
Western Wyoming Community College has been awarded over $2.6 million dollars through round 2 of the Wyoming Innovation Partnership (WIP) grant. According to a press release from the Governor’s office, Governor Gordon launched WIP in 2021 to modernize and focus Wyoming’s…