Kemmerer High School Sports Recap: Feb. 22-23
By Jim Thoeny • The Kemmerer Rangers wrestling team just missed winning its first ever state wrestling championship this past weekend. Moorcroft won its seventh straight state title, even tho Kemmerer was powered to it second place finish by four…
Braves wrestling sets new school tourney mark en route to fourth consecutive team title
After locking up the team title on Day 1, the Braves added some additional seasoning to a memorable campaign on Day 2 as they won their fourth straight Wyoming 3A team title by 103.0 team points over second-place Douglas. Star…
WYDOT to host public meeting on WYO 22 bridge replacement
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has bridge replacement on its mind. This week WYDOT will host a Snake River Bridge Replacement Project information meeting on Thursday, February 21 from 5-7 p.m. The meeting is set to take place in the…
Oral history workshop planned
The Wyoming State Records Advisory Board and the Hot Springs County Museum and Cultural Center are co-sponsors of an upcoming oral history workshop. The event, entitled “Doing Oral History in Your Community,” is a free hands-on workshop on planning and…
No Foul Play Suspected Following Death of Big Piney Woman
The Sublette County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a Big Piney woman. Sergeant Travis Bingham , Public Information Officer with the sheriff’s office, reported that deputies responded to a call of an unresponsive female on Saturday, February 16,…
Utah man loses life in south Lincoln County accident
A Utah man lost his life following a single vehicle accident in south Lincoln County. The Wyoming Highway Patrol reports that on February 16, 2019, a fatal crash occurred at milepost 62 on US 30 east of Kemmerer, Wyoming. Around…
4 Devastating Mining Disasters in Wyoming
CITATION: “© [Mulderphoto] / Adobe Stock” Since 1986, Wyoming has been the largest producer of coal in the United States, accounting for 40% of the country’s supply. The coal mining industry continues to play a role in the state’s economy….
Kemmerer Lions Club holds 35th Annual Ice Fishing Derby
The Kemmerer Lions Club concluded their 35th annual Ice Fishing Derby over the weekend. The derby was held February 16 & 17 at Lake Viva Naughton. “We had a great turnout this year,” said Mark Quinn, president of the Kemmerer…
Gov. Gordon Appoints The Next Game & Fish Director
Cheyenne – The governor has appointed Brian Nesvik as the next director of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Nesvik replaces Scott Talbott, who has retired. “Brian Nesvik brings tremendous experience in dealing with wildlife management, endangered species and law…
LCSD2 Ranked Top District in Wyoming
Lincoln County School District #2 has been ranked as the best school district in the state of Wyoming by Niche.com. Each year the website ranks each district in the state. LCSD2 earned high grades with its staff, earning an A+…