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Jeanette Brown, a cancer survivor from Lyman, urgers women not to put off screenings.
Friendships forged in chemo helped carry survivor through breast cancer
LYMAN — Jeanette Brown, of Lyman, was diagnosed with breast cancer in January 2018. She has been cancer-free, with no evidence of disease, for eight years. Her diagnosis came after she found a …
Annie Pool, of Kemmerer, recently shared her journey surviving breast cancer and several other health scares.
Kemmerer woman survives cancer, ‘health year of hell’
On her 54th birthday, Aug. 1, 2018, Kemmerer resident Annie Pool may have given herself a lifesaving present: a breast self-examination. “I had decided years before that I was going to do my …
Local breast cancer survivor Debbie Nees participates in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day walk.
A journey of hope and strength
EVANSTON — Daily walks have been a lifelong practice for Debbie Nees and a practice she said helped her mind, body and soul when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. Nees underwent 14 …

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Sheridan Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Care System Director Dr. Eric Crawford speaks to a veteran during a Sept. 16 information fair at the Beeman-Cashin building. Crawford and other VA representatives were providing informative options in light of news that the local VA outreach clinic in Evanston will be closing Oct. 6.

Local veterans frustrated over VA clinic closure

EVANSTON — Following news that the Veterans Affairs (VA) outreach clinic in Evanston is closing due to staffing issues, representatives from the Sheridan VA Health Care System and neighboring …
Sports

Eagles force five turnovers, roll past Soda Springs 29-14

Lyman’s Cal France was a workhorse for the Eagles during Friday’s 29-14 win over Soda Springs, carrying the ball 18 times for 114 yards and a score; the talented senior also recorded an interception and a fumble recovery in the win.
The Lyman High School football team opened the 2026 season on the right foot Friday, building a two-touchdown lead by halftime and forcing five turnovers on the way to a 29-14 win over visiting Soda …

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MV’s Gage Butters hauls in a pass during the Buffs’ 14-13 win over Rich.

Buckley’s blocked PAT preserves Buffs’ 14-13 win over Rich

For most of Friday night, Mountain View’s defense had kept Rich County bottled up. When the Rebels finally had a chance to pull even late in the fourth quarter, Wyatt Buckley made sure they …

Lady Buffalos battle through tough field to go 3-3 at Cokeville Invite

The Mountain View High School volleyball team didn’t just survive a rugged opening weekend at the Cokeville Invitational — the Lady Buffalos got better as it went. Facing a field loaded with …

Lady Eagles open season 2-3 at Cokeville Invitational

The Lyman High School volleyball team got exactly what it needed from its opening weekend at the Cokeville Invitational — a couple of wins, a few hard lessons and a much clearer picture of what …
MV’s Colt Madsen finished third last week at the More Cowbell Invite in Afton, posting a time of 17:28. It was the fastest time by a Wyoming runner at the meet.

Buffs third at More Cowbell Invite; Russell leads Lady Buffs

The Mountain View High School cross-country teams opened the season Thursday at one of the toughest courses they’ll see all year, competing at the More Cowbell Invite at Valli-Vue Golf Course in …

Open Division champion saddle winner Terra Cubbage with Just for Fun Barrel Racing sponsors Bob Hoffman, Ryker Hoffman, Chancey Hoffman and Jennifer Hoffman of B&C Angus Ranch.

Just for Fun Barrel Racing wraps season with awards

EVANSTON — For the fourth year, the organizers of Just For Fun Barrel Racing provided nine opportunities for girls, young women and a few young men to participate in the sport of barrel racing on …
Bridger Valley cowboy Cal France won the Senior All-Around Cowboy title at last month’s Pioneer Days Junior Rodeo, placing second in both chute dogging and tie-down roping.

Versatility, all-around titles highlight Pioneer Days Junior Rodeo

The next generation of Bridger Valley rodeo talent was on full display Wednesday, July 22, at the Lyman Rodeo Grounds, as dozens of young cowboys and cowgirls competed in the annual Pioneer Days …
BV Minors baserunner Walter Huntsman beats the throw to first during Thursday’s 10-9 loss to Torrington in the opening round of the Wyoming Little League State Tournament.

‘Squirrels’ cap memorable summer at State Tournament

TORRINGTON — The Bridger Valley Minors may not have returned home with a state championship trophy, but they left little doubt about the heart, resilience and chemistry that carried them to one of …
Obituaries
 KaDell J. “Harry” Harrison Jan. 19, 1947 – April 28, 2026
KaDell “Harry” Harrison, 79, of Golden Valley, Arizona, passed away peacefully at home on April 28, surrounded by loved ones. KaDell was the oldest of four children of LaDell Harrison and Lela …
Lynda Kay Peace-Graham March 21, 1956 – May 6, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lynda Kay Peace-Graham, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, who peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 6. Lynda was born on …
Owen Carlson Oct. 26, 1955 – April 22, 2026
Owen Carlson, a man of quiet strength, immense kindness, and a legendary ability to fix anything, passed away on Wednesday, April 22. Known for his gentle nature and steady hand, Owen lived a life …
Marty Del Lamb Jan. 17, 1958 – April 17, 2026
Marty Del Lamb, age 68, of Evanston, passed away Friday, April 17, following a lengthy illness. Marty was born Jan. 17, 1958, in Evanston, the son of Marvin Del and Carolyn “Sally” Lamb. …
Lola “Ranae” Johnson Nov. 29, 1935 – April 4, 2026
Ranae was born Nov. 29, 1935, in Ogden, Utah, to Alta Irenda Roberts and John Alonzo Nibarger. She was raised in Mountain View, and she was the oldest daughter of 14 children. She had many varied …

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Public notices
Bridger Valley Pioneer, October 8, 2026
NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE AND FINAL SETTLEMENT BVJPB 0.5 MG WATER TANK SITE Civil BRIDGER VALLEY JOINT POWERS BOARD NOTICE IS HEREBY PUBLISHED that the Bridger Valley Joint Power Board …
Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals, October 1, 2026
Mountain View MEETING MInutes September 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM Town Hall – 405 HWY 414, Mountain View, WY 82939 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led By Mayor Bryan Ayres CALL TO ORDER …
Bridger Valley Pioneer, October 1, 2026
Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals, September 24, 2026
Town of Mountain View Request for Proposals – Town Prosecutor The Town of Mountain View, Wyoming, is seeking proposals or letters of interest from qualified attorneys to provide municipal …
Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals, September 17, 2026
TOWN OF LYMAN Meeting Minutes August 17, 2026 Held at Lyman Town Hall, Council Chambers The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooton, present was Councilmember’s, Gregg Moretti, …

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Opinion
Rob Mortimore
A little more than a year ago, we took ownership of a group of Wyoming newspapers that were facing an uncertain future. I knew it would be difficult. I’m not sure I fully understood just how …
Haltered cows work a fire line near the Big Cimarron.
When fire commanders try to figure out how to contain a major wildfire, the last thing you might expect them to deploy is a herd of beef cattle. But on the recent Gold Mountain Fire in western …
Wyoming is a leader in energy and energy technology. For decades, we have powered the nation and answered the call when America needed reliable, essential resources. For generations, the people …

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