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Area man dies after crashing in creek near Palisades

The following is a news release from Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office. IDAHO FALLS – Just before 6 a.m. Sunday morning, Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle found crashed in the Creek bed on Fall Creek…

Number of moose killed in Teton County collisions rises

By Mike Koshmri Jackson Hole Daily Via- Wyoming News Exchange An annual report that sums up animals hit and killed on Teton County roads and highways finds the number of moose killed in collisions between May 2018 and this past…

Partial settlement reached in lawsuit over horse treatment claims

By Emily Mieure Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — Former Wilson outfitter Forest Stearns and five people he sued last year for defamation have reached a settlement in the case. But litigation against at least three other…

Diamondville Fish Pond dedicated with new sign

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department expressed appreciation to everyone who braved the cold weather and attended the dedication of the Diamondville Fish Pond on Saturday, September 21, with a new sign. The event celebrated a recreational resource for the…

Man convicted of toddler’s death files appeal

By Sheila McGuire Uinta County Herald Via- Wyoming News Exchange EVANSTON — The Bridger Valley man convicted last spring of first-degree murder in the 2018 death of 2-year-old Brandon Green has filed an appeal with the Wyoming Supreme Court. Jesse…

Lawmakers to consider Medicaid expansion again

By Tom Coulter Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Medicaid expansion could be back up for debate in the Wyoming Legislature’s 2020 session, as lawmakers will consider a bill to expand the program during a Joint Revenue…

Most Yellowstone roads close this weekend

This weekend, November 2-3, provides the last chance for visitors to drive to many iconic locations in Yellowstone. The West, South, and East Entrances and all roads, with one exception, will close to vehicle travel at 8 a.m. Monday, November…

Gordon says grizzly delisting depends on election outcome

By CJ Baker Powell Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange POWELL — If you want to see the grizzly bear delisted, Gov. Mark Gordon says you should support President Donald Trump’s bid for re-election in 2020. Speaking to members of the…

Uranium industry seeks boost

By Camille Erickson Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — A 70-year low in domestic uranium production has Wyoming producers worried. Despite persistent calls from state lawmakers and industry groups to institute federal trade policies to boost domestic demand…

Both sides in school district gun policy suit argue their case in court

By Sheila McGuire  Uinta County Herald  Via- Wyoming News Exchange EVANSTON — A hearing was held in Third District Court on Tuesday, Oct. 22, regarding the lawsuit against Uinta County School District No. 1 over Rule CKA, which allows for…