Wanted subject arrested after trying to hide from deputies in camper
According to information provided by the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), an Afton woman was arrested on Friday, March 28, in Swan Valley while trying to hide from area deputies inside a camper. “Just before 2p.m. that day a…
Kemmerer’s Jernigan wins Wyoming State Spelling Bee again
On Saturday March 29, Spellers from all corners of the state gathered at Western Wyoming Community College (Western) in Rock Springs to determine which of the many local spelling bee winners would represent Wyoming at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling…
BLM approves southwest Wyoming carbon sequestration project
RAWLINS (WNE) — The Bureau of Land Management issued a decision record and finding of no significant impact approving a subsurface right-of-way for the Southwest Wyoming Carbon Dioxide Sequestration Project. Wednesday’s decision authorizes Moxa Carbon Storage, LLC, to explore…
B-T to implement fees for reservations
The Bridger-Teton National Forest will implement a fee program and large group reservation system for the Snake River Canyon beginning May 2025. From May 1 through Nov. 1, river users will have the option to purchase a day pass at…
Lincoln County Republican Party elects local leadership
• Oviatt to serve as Chairman The Lincoln County Republican Party recently held elections for local leadership. Precinct Committeemen and Committeewomen gathered to elect the County Party Executive Committee, which is tasked with guiding the work of the local party…
Utah becomes the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah has become the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, despite widespread opposition from dentists and national health organizations. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox signed legislation late Thursday that bars cities and communities…
First grizzly bear of 2025 spotted in Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park
JACKSON (WNE) — Bears are emerging from hibernation in western Wyoming, leaving their pawprints in the melting snow in both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National parks. A Grand Teton National Park employee observed a grizzly bear near Flagg Ranch…
Wave Radio Interview: Sen. Mark Harris Legislative Report
Sen. Mark Harris (R-Soda Springs) called into The Morning Chit Chat on The Wave with a legislative report.
Deer herds showing improvement
• Elk population remains strong Calling it a “bright spot,” Gary Fralick, Wyoming Game and Fish Biologist, said “The deer have come through two consecutive winters with very little mortality.” Fralick made the point in a conversation with SVI…
With $4M for seven reservation projects, grantees hope to boost Wind River’s outdoor profile
Nearly half of 2025 Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Program grants will go to projects on the Wind River Reservation, where advocates see a prime destination with room for visitors. By Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com The 2.2-million-acre Wind River Indian Reservation encompasses…