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Updates from Representative Andrew Byron

In a recent interview on the Weekday Wake-up on Monday, October 13, Representative Andrew Byron of House District 22, which includes Northern Star Valley and Southern Teton County, shared insights into ongoing legislative efforts and community concerns. Byron, who chairs…

Food Drive brings in over 10,000 items

Afton Food Pantry’s 5th Annual Fighting Hunger Games Food Drive brought over 10,000 usable food items to the pantry’s shelves last week. Youth gathered boxes and bags that were left on front porches and at front doors throughout the upper…

Spooktacular Harvest Craft Fair opens Saturday

Star Valley’s fourth annual Spooktacular Harvest Craft Fair is scheduled for Saturday, October 18 at the Thayne Community Center located at 250 Van Noy Parkway in Thayne. Doors are open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Admission is free. Jackie…

Runoff from previous landslide muddies Swift Creek

Many have noticed a brown color in Swift Creek once again. As of Tuesday, October 14 there are no new mud or rockslides in Swift Creek Canyon. However runoff from recent snow and rain has pushed material down the ravine…

UW Launches Controlled Environment Agriculture Network

This fall, the University of Wyoming is launching the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Network, a transformative initiative to accelerate workforce development, research and innovation in one of agriculture’s fastest-growing sectors. “The CEA Network connects people, ideas and resources to build…

UW Athletics and Wyoming Mining Association Partner for Cowboys and Coal Game Against Colorado State

The University of Wyoming and the Wyoming Mining Association announced Tuesday a partnership that will make the Border War contest against Colorado State a Cowboys and Coal game. UW athletics will honor the State of Wyoming’s rich coal mining history…

What to know about applying for Wyoming’s property tax exemptions

    • Several relief programs are now available to certain homeowners. Some require an application.   By Maggie Mullen, WyoFile.com The application window is now open for several property tax relief programs in Wyoming, including exemptions for veterans, long-term…

Governor Gordon Launches Cowboy State Agricultural Initiative at UW Football Game Halftime

Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) appeared at halftime during the University of Wyoming football game via a video message on Saturday, October 11 for Agriculture and Energy Day to announce the Cowboy State Agriculture Initiative.  “The future of Wyoming agriculture is…

Community near site of deadly Tennessee plant blast recalls the lives of the 16 killed

NUNNELLY, Tenn. (AP) — Just miles from a rural Tennessee plant leveled by a devasting explosion, the congregants of Maple Valley Baptist Church devoted Sunday’s service to the 16 deceased victims and their families. Several of the dozens of people praying at the…