Wyoming News Briefs: September 27, 2018
The Star Valley Independent is part of the Wyoming News Exchange. These stories courtesy of the WNE Police recommend charges in animal shelter incident CHEYENNE (WNE) — Cheyenne Police announced Wednesday morning they are recommending charges of misdemeanor animal abuse…
Roosevelt Fire update for Wednesday, September 26
The Roosevelt Fire is now over 50,000 acres and is considered 30-percent contained according to the latest information from officials on the site. The fire has burned since being discovered on September 15, 2018 and has claimed at least 25…
Wyoming, Utah, and Idaho team up for traffic safety operation
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Law enforcement agencies in three states will be joining forces this weekend as part of an impaired driving enforcement operation in conjunction with the University of Wyoming and Boise State University football game on Saturday, Sept. 29….
Wyoming ranks #7 in Teacher-Friendliness by WalletHub.com
Wyoming had the best average starting salary for teachers and ranked second in the category of 10-year change in teacher salaries according to data compiled by WalletHub.com. these two factors helped propel The Cowboy State to its Top-10 ranking. Other…
Roosevelt Fire jumps in size, is now top priority fire in nation
By Mike Koshmrl Jackson Hole Daily Via Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — The afternoon flare-up of the costly and damaging Roosevelt Fire repeated Monday, though a shift in the winds pushed the Bondurant-area blaze in a new direction. News of…
Evacuation ordered for Hoback Ranches due to Roosevelt Fire
Several fires are burning in the area and the Sublette County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) has ordered the evacuation of Hoback Ranches due to the Roosevelt fire. The SCSO announced via their Facebook page that the Red Cross is set up…
Judge delays grizzly hunt by two more weeks
U.S. District Judge Dana Christensen has again delayed the first grizzly bear hunt to be held in Wyoming in nearly 30 years. Data states that there are approximately 700 grizzlies in Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding areas. Judge Christensen…
(Video) – Dr. Brian McClure speaks about pain management
As part of a Health Topics Tuesday from Star Valley Medical Center, Dr. Brian McClure spoke with SVI about pain management and options for area residents.
Rexburg ranks #4 in affordable cities for college students
Trying to work one’s way through college is becoming a more difficult concept. Most recently, a staff at Student Loan Hero compiled a list of cities where it is the easiest to attend school and pay as you go. Coming…
Secretary Ryan Zinke and Governor Matt Mead Work Together to Conserve Big Game Migration Corridor in Southwest Wyoming
WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke and Wyoming Governor Matt Mead today announced the Department will prioritize the conservation of a mule deer migration corridor in southwest Wyoming through both deferred lease sales and lease stipulations. The…