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Kemmerer Reservoir lowered due to structural concerns

Kemmerer Reservoir lowered due to structural concerns

March 23, 2026

The Kemmerer-Diamondville Joint Powers Board began lowering water levels at Kemmerer Reservoir on Monday, March 23 due to structural concerns with the spillway and in preparation for spring runoff. “Residents…
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Men plead not guilty to abusing moose

Men plead not guilty to abusing moose

March 19, 2026

  EVANSTON (WNE) — Three men accused of roping, riding and dragging an aged and feeble moose were arraigned in the Third District Court on Tuesday, March 17. Justin Martin,…
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Red Flag warnings issued in southern Lincoln County

Red Flag warnings issued in southern Lincoln County

March 18, 2026

The following is a press release from Lincoln County Emergency Management Lincoln County, WY – Lincoln County Emergency Management is alerting residents to heightened wildfire danger as the National Weather…
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WYDOT returns to finish work on the Green River tunnel

WYDOT returns to finish work on the Green River tunnel

March 18, 2026

  ROCK SPRINGS (WNE)  — The Wyoming Department of Transportation, with contract crews from Casper Electric, will be closing the eastbound tunnel near Green River in preparation for head-to-head traffic…
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A Utah woman who wrote a book on grief after husband's death found guilty of murdering him

A Utah woman who wrote a book on grief after husband’s death found guilty of murdering him

March 17, 2026

By HANNAH SCHOENBAUM Associated Press PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — A Utah woman was convicted Monday of aggravated murder after poisoning her husband with fentanyl and self-publishing a children’s book…
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Jury duty scam hits Sweetwater County

Jury duty scam hits Sweetwater County

March 16, 2026

  ROCK SPRINGS (WNE) — Local residents are being warned of a jury duty scam involving fraudulent phone calls and letters. According to a March 11 press release from the…
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Cokeville High School launches Career Days series

Cokeville High School launches Career Days series

March 12, 2026

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” a repeated question asked as a child grows up. The question may remain the same from day to day or…
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SVI Radio Interview: City of Kemmerer Administrator Brian Muir

SVI Radio Interview: City of Kemmerer Administrator Brian Muir

March 9, 2026

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Highway Patrol Association hopes raises will alleviate retention crisis

Highway Patrol Association hopes raises will alleviate retention crisis

March 8, 2026

  By Ivy Secrest Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers made headlines over the past few weeks when an advocacy campaign revealing the…
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Kemmerer nuclear plant granted construction permit by NRC

Kemmerer nuclear plant granted construction permit by NRC

March 4, 2026

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) notified TerraPower that their commissioners voted to award the Natrium plant, Kemmerer Unit 1, with a construction permit on Wednesday, March 4. This is…
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Vietnam Veterans to be Honored March 28 in Dubois

Vietnam Veterans to be Honored March 28 in Dubois

March 3, 2026

DUBOIS—Veterans, families, and community members are invited to gather March 28 for a full-day program honoring Vietnam veterans and welcoming them home with gratitude. The event, hosted by the National…
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Advocates for Multi-Use of Public Lands expanding trail access in Star Valley

Advocates for Multi-Use of Public Lands expanding trail access in Star Valley

February 27, 2026

  Will Mook, Executive Director, and Dash Andrews, Programming Coordinator, from Advocates for Multi-Use of Public Lands (AMPL), shared their vision for expanding trail access in Star Valley. Founded in…
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Under plea deal, alleged wolf tormentor Cody Roberts to face 18 month probation, $1,000 fine

Under plea deal, alleged wolf tormentor Cody Roberts to face 18 month probation, $1,000 fine

February 26, 2026

  By Christina MacIntosh Jackson Hole News&Guide Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — Cody Roberts, the Sublette County man charged with felony animal cruelty for allegedly bringing a wolf into…
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Former Star Valley resident Matt Cazier part of Eastern Idaho's Teton Horse Experience

Former Star Valley resident Matt Cazier part of Eastern Idaho’s Teton Horse Experience

February 26, 2026

Story Courtesy: Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com RIGBY — Renowned horse trainer Craig Cameron will be the keynote presenter at the third annual Teton Horse Experience. The three-day event will be held…
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County hires consultant to facilitate streaming of commission meetings

County hires consultant to facilitate streaming of commission meetings

February 26, 2026

  The Lincoln County Commissioners approved the hiring of a consulate to begin working towards providing a public live video broadcast of county commission meetings. The motion was unanimously approved…
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SVI Radio Interview: Fred Baldwin, Wyoming PA of the Year

SVI Radio Interview: Fred Baldwin, Wyoming PA of the Year

February 25, 2026

https://svinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2-25-Fred-Baldwin.mp3
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Wave Radio Interview: Rep. Josh Wheeler Legislative Report

Wave Radio Interview: Rep. Josh Wheeler Legislative Report

February 24, 2026

Representative Josh Wheeler called into The Wave on Tuesday, February 14 to report on HB583 and short term rentals. Wheeler also discussed a new bill going to the floor today…
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A Utah mom who wrote kids' book on grief after husband died killed him for money, prosecutors say

A Utah mom who wrote kids’ book on grief after husband died killed him for money, prosecutors say

February 24, 2026

By HANNAH SCHOENBAUM Associated Press PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Prosecutors portrayed a Utah mother and children’s book author as a money-hungry killer Monday on the first day of a…
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