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“Having this historic title is something I won’t forget. And hopefully, it influences future women as they get into the field.”

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s newly appointed director will be the first woman to step into the role.

Today’s Top Stories

Haze in Jackson Hole coming from wildfires in Idaho, Oregon and Montana

JACKSON, Wyo. — For those wondering where the haze that’s settled in Jackson Hole is coming from, the answer is wildfires to the west of the valley. The smoke from several large […]

County Commission to select next Teton County and Prosecuting Attorney

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Teton County Board of County Commissioners initiated the process to fill the vacancy left by Teton County and Prosecuting Attorney Erin E. Weisman, who was appointed Circuit Court […]

Yellowstone seeing record visits this summer

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK — Recreation visits to Yellowstone National Park (YNP) are at a record six-year high for the year to date, according to new statistics released by the park. So far […]

JH Fire/EMS celebrates recruit class joining the ranks

JACKSON, Wyo. — Members of the Jackson Hole Fire/EMS recruit class of 2023 celebratedtheir promotion to full membership during a swearing-in ceremony at the Station 1 Firehouse on Thursday, July 12. During […]

EXPLAINER: Illegal camping in Jackson

JACKSON, Wyo. — During summer months, police field more calls than usual for illegal camping on city streets and in local parks, as it can be a more feasible housing option for […]

START surveys commuter service users

JACKSON, Wyo. — START Bus is offering a community survey to better understand commuting needs in the area. “In order to help you commute to work in Jackson during the Teton Pass […]

Angi Bruce named next Wyoming Game and Fish Department Director

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Angi Bruce will be the state’s next Director of the Game and Fish Department, Governor Mark Gordon’s office announced July 5. Bruce, originally from Iowa, moved to Wyoming about […]

Governor, senators issue statements on Trump rally shooting

WYOMING — Wyoming’s top brass addressed the shooting that took place at a Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, July 13. Trump and several others were injured in the incident; one spectator […]