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“During these critical periods, we temporarily disable our automatic recloser devices that normally restore power quickly after minor interruptions, because these devices could potentially spark a wildfire when winds, temperature and humidity reach dangerous levels.”

Lower Valley Energy has placed its electrical system on high alert amid a red flag warning.

Today’s Top Stories

Climber with broken ankle rescued from Upper Exum Ridge

JACKSON, Wyo. — A mountain climber was rescued from the Grand Teton last week after becoming injured, according to the Jenny Lake Rangers. At about 3:15 p.m. on July 31, the Jenny […]

Yellowstone bumps fire danger up to ‘very high’; two fires considered active

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK — Fire danger in Yellowstone National Park (YNP) has been upgraded to “very high,” the park announced on Monday, Aug. 4. This rating matches the “very high” level assigned […]

SNAPPED: Lewis River Bridge near completion in Yellowstone

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK — Construction of the new Lewis River Bridge in southern Yellowstone National Park (YNP) is finally almost complete. August 4 is the fifth anniversary of the Great American Outdoors […]

Lower Valley Energy service could see interruptions due to red flag warning

JACKSON, Wyo. — A red flag warning is in effect for much of southwestern Wyoming, including almost all of Lincoln and Sublette counties. Due to these conditions, Lower Valley Energy (LVE) announced […]

Gov. Gordon appoints new director to Wyoming Dept. of Revenue

WYOMING — Gov. Mark Gordon has appointed Bret Fanning as the new director of the Wyoming Department of Revenue. According to a press release from the Governor’s office, former Director Brenda Henson […]

National parks waive entry fees today in honor of Great American Outdoors Act

UNITED STATES — The Department of the Interior is observing the five-year anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) by waiving entrance fees on Department-managed public lands on Monday, Aug. 4. […]

Birder Christian Cooper to give free keynote address at Center for Arts

JACKSON, Wyo. — Want to learn a thing or two about birds and nature? The Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation will be hosting renowned birder and author Christian Cooper for a keynote address […]

Former WGFD director Nesvik confirmed to head Fish and Wildlife Service

WYOMING — Former Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) Director Brian Nesvik was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the new director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) on Friday, […]