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WSGS launches interactive geologic hazards map of Wyoming

WSGS Launches Interactive Geologic Hazards Map of Wyoming The Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) has developed a new online interactive map that will make researching earthquakes, landslides, and other geologic hazards that occur in Wyoming a little easier. Geologic hazards…

8 Things to Do at Yellowstone in The Winter

Wintertime in Yellowstone National Park is something special. Due to the cold temperatures, fewer crowds visit the popular site making it a more secluded vacation spot. If you’re looking for a luxury getaway with fun-filled activities this season, Yellowstone is…

Governor Gordon outlines plan for fiscal discipline, economic development & improving Wyoming people’s quality of life in first State of the State

From the office of Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon Governor Mark Gordon outlined his administration’s priorities for fiscal discipline, economic development, and improving Wyoming people’s quality of life in his State of the State Address to the 65th Wyoming Legislature on January…

Trooper survives close call

A state trooper is counting his lucky stars this week after a close call near Rawlins. Monday, January 7, 2019, around 1:40 p.m. a Wyoming Highway Patrol vehicle was involved in a collision. The collision occurred at milepost 4 on…

Bear Lake Memorial Continues Plans for New MRI

By: Julie Dockstader Heaps Administrators at nationally recognized Bear Lake Memorial are continuing fundraising efforts for a new MRI as part of larger efforts to expand hospital facilities.    “We’ve been fundraising for an MRI for the past year,” Tracy…

Former Senior Center Director Sentenced to Prison in Embezzlement

By Bryon Glathar Uinta County Herald Via Wyoming News Exchange EVANSTON — A former director for Uinta Senior Citizens, Inc. has been sentenced for embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars during her time overseeing the Evanston and Bridger Valley senior…

Silver Star Announces 10 Digit Dialing Service for Star Valley and Cokeville

This is a Press Release from Silver Star Communications Website On January 15, 2019 the Silver Star wireless home network in Star Valley and Cokeville will be converting from 7-digit dialing to 10-digit dialing. When making calls from your wireless…

A Guide To Winter Wildlife Watching in Yellowstone

From the lower prices and nonexistent crowds to the magical layer of white snow, winter in Yellowstone has its perks. But there’s also something else hiding in the snowy landscape: wildlife. Winter wildlife watching in Yellowstone offers unprecedented, intimate views…

Lincoln County Officials Take Oath of Office

Story By: Jim Thoeny Lincoln County’s newly elected officials were sworn into to office Monday morning. Outgoing Lincoln County Clerk Jeanne Wagner administered the oath of office at the Lincoln County Courthouse in Kemmerer.   Those officials included County Commissioners Jerry…

Kemmerer Rangers Host Inaugural Basketball Invitational

Author: Jim Thoeny, Kemmerer Sports Announcer The Kemmerer Rangers boys basketball team is still in search of their first win of the season after losing all four of their games at the inaugural Kemmerer Invitational basketball tournament this past weekend….