Cross-country skier collapses and dies in Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park Rangers responded to an emergency request to help with a collapsed cross-country skier at approximately 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 6. Gary Sternberg, age 69, of Jackson, Wyoming, was skiing with others near Phelps Lake when…
Twenty-five more deaths tied to COVID; active cases down slightly
By The Wyoming News Exchange The deaths of 25 more Wyoming residents have been linked to the coronavirus, the Wyoming Department of Health announced Thursday. The department described the deaths of all but four as involving older adults. The deaths…
Light at the End of the Tunnel: Moderna Vaccine safe and effective; available in phases
As the vaccine campaign against COVID-19 rolls across Wyoming – including Star Valley – the state health department continues to remind residents and health officials to be patient and continue safe community protocols. They offer a tool box – you…
Gifts of Grace changes name to Libertas International
◆ The mission and team will remain the same. Provided by giftsofgracewy.org Dear Gifts of Grace donors, partners, and supporters, What a year this has been! We are so thankful for all your support. It is not lost on us…
Wyoming Republicans condemn storming of Capitol
By Camille Erickson Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — Several Wyoming Republicans spoke out to condemn the violence unfolding in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, after a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol. The interruption…
Azar House Pregnancy Resource Center provides much-needed services
To Christina Wetzel, the success of Azar House is not monetary donations – which is, of course, critical. It’s not myriad resources for clients, nor the time given by volunteers – both male and female. All of these – including…
Man walks into Rexburg Police Department and holds woman hostage
The following story courtesy of EastIdahoNews.com. It is used here with permission. REXBURG — An unknown man is in custody after holding a woman hostage at the Rexburg Police Department Wednesday. Rexburg Police Assistant Chief Gary Hagen tells EastIdahoNews.com around…
Senator Lummis releases statement on Electoral College votes; capitol mob
Still in her first week as a U.S. Senator, Wyoming’s Cynthia Lummis released the following statement after the unrest at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Lummis was among seven U.S. Senators to sign on to challenge the Pennsylvania election results…
Statement from Governor Gordon on Today’s Events in Washington DC
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has issued the following statement on today’s events in Washington DC. “The United States of America is resilient. It has weathered many storms because of our form of government and our remarkable Constitution. The…
Dubois military museum named one of best attractions in country
RIVERTON (WNE) — The National Museum of Military Vehicles near Dubois has been recognized as one of the 10 best new attractions in the U.S. for 2020 in a national competition conducted by USA Today. The museum houses the largest…