State readies for algae blooms
By Nicole Pollack Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — Harmful algae season is months away, but Wyoming regulators are already gearing up to test for toxins at some of the state’s most vulnerable waters. The Wyoming Department of…
Wyoming to target elk, large carnivores to aid reeling mule deer
By Mike Koshmrl, WyoFile.com Wildlife managers have millions of dollars in new funding at their disposal to collect statewide movement and mortality data on mule deer, a species that has been in a prolonged decline in Wyoming and across the West. Ultimately, data…
Idaho man charged with driving 132 in park pleads not guilty
JACKSON (WNE) — A man accused of driving more than 130 mph in Grand Teton National Park appeared in federal court Friday and was charged with 10 misdemeanors. Jessie James Perry, 37, of Rigby, Idaho, was charged with reckless driving,…
Wind closes section of I-80 to some vehicles
LARAMIE (WNE) — High winds, slick pavement and blowing snow prompted the Wyoming Department of Transportation to close more than 100 miles of Interstate 80 between Cheyenne and Rawlins to some vehicles. At press time Tuesday evening, the interstate remained…
Judge: Blue can’t practice medicine in Teton County — for now
By Kate Ready Jackson Hole Daily Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — A Thursday hearing dealt a blow to Dr. Brent Blue’s ability to practice medicine in Teton County, at least for now. Judge Steven Sharpe presided over a March…
Gordon announces in Buffalo he will seek second term
By Victoria Eavis Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — Gov. Mark Gordon announced his reelection bid Monday, offering an upbeat message after a first term dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic and economic challenges. “I do believe that Wyoming…
Judge rules commissioners lacked authority for horse racing resolution
By Jonathan Gallardo Gillette News Record Via- Wyoming News Exchange GILLETTE — A district judge has ruled that the Campbell County Commissioners exceeded their authority when they passed a resolution last year revoking previous resolutions that approved off-track betting operations….
Man dies after high-speed chase
CHEYENNE (WNE) — A 66-year-old man died Thursday afternoon following a high-speed pursuit that crossed from Wyoming into northern Colorado, the Colorado State Patrol said. At about 2:45 p.m. Thursday, the Colorado State Patrol began pursuing the vehicle, which was…
Wyoming prepares to ‘electrify’ roadways
By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com Patrick Lawson of Riverton was in the driver’s seat of a Tesla Model S 100D Ludicrous between Rawlins and Laramie on Interstate 80 last week, but it was the car that was doing the driving. “It’s…
Skier rescued off Mount Owen
JACKSON (WNE) — A backcountry skier who spent the night on the East Prong of Mount Owen was rescued by helicopter Friday morning in a short-haul operation by Grand Teton National Park rangers and Teton County Search and Rescue. The…