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Amber Alert for missing 3-year-old in Colorado

UPDATE: The Amber Alert for Savannah Camele issued on behalf of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office has been cancelled. Both the child and suspect have been located. ORIGINAL: Most residents in Star Valley and throughout Wyoming received an Amber Alert…

Wilson bridge inspection may cause delays

Jackson, Wyo.  The Wyoming Department of Transportation will be doing a bridge inspection on the Wilson Bridge on WYO 22 on May 12-13.  Work will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days.  To perform the work, crews…

County theaters and bowling alleys can now open

Lincoln County has been granted a variance that will allow movie theaters and bowling alleys to open. Here is the release from the governor’s office:

Business Council awards second federal grant to aid in fight against COVID-19, produce PPE for healthcare providers

The Wyoming Business Council Board of Directors on Tuesday approved a federal grant request for $48,000 to purchase materials for the Wyoming Technology Coronavirus Coalition (WTCC) and WyoMakers to manufacture and distribute personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face shields, hard and soft face masks, ear savers and gowns for…

The Tabernacle Choir Heritage Tour rescheduled for Summer 2021

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Heritage Tour by The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square, originally scheduled for June 25-July 16, 2020, has been postponed until 2021. The 2021 performances will be in all the same cities…

Sage grouse numbers predicted to fall for fourth straight year

By Mark Davis Powell Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange POWELL — Greater sage grouse numbers are expected to continue dropping across the West for the fourth year in a row, alarming scientists and conservation officials. It also raises questions of…

WIC special supplemental nutrition program adapts during pandemic during serve Wyoming families

As the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic continues, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is reminding residents about the continuing, important benefits available for many families through the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program. WIC…

Wyoming Council of Women seeks nominations for outstanding female entrepreneurs across Cowboy state

The Wyoming Council for Women (WCW) is seeking nominations for outstanding female entrepreneurs across the Cowboy State for recognition with the annual ‘Woman Entrepreneur Award.’ “Female entrepreneurs impact economies and families in every single community in Wyoming,” said Jennifer Wilmetti,…

Jackson teen pleads guilty to delivering LSD to middle school students

JACKSON (WNE) — At a hearing Wednesday in Teton County District Court, Steven Bailey, 18, pleaded guilty to delivering LSD to minors. In a plea agreement with the prosecutor, Bailey also pleaded guilty to possessing LSD. He was arrested in…

2020 antler rush: Undeterred shed hunters shirk the rules

By Mike Koshmrl Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON— Alta resident Gill Kushman had good company Friday morning as he combed over the Bridger-Teton National Forest on horseback, trying to stay lawful by letting valuable elk antlers lie…