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“These results suggest that cattle ancestry is much less common than previously thought and could potentially be lost over time through [genetic] drift, as long as gene flow between herds is frequent enough to prevent particular segments of cattle ancestry from becoming fixed within herds.”

Researchers sequenced 115 ancient and 45 modern bison genomes from across the continent to show how the mammal has evolved over the past 20,000 years.

Today’s Top Stories

County commission candidates share ideas for harnessing local wealth, or not

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Wyo state archaeologist involved in new study on genetic history of bison

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Perseid meteor shower to peak tonight

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SUN Bucks summer food program application closes at end of month

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Game and Fish: Sage-grouse leks saw decreased attendance in spring

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Housing Authority seeks consultant for ‘naturally occurring affordable housing’ study

JACKSON, Wyo. — The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority announced a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to seek a consultant to lead a study of “naturally occurring affordable housing” within the Town of Jackson. […]