A flicker, seen during a previous year’s Evanston Christmas Bird Count, is pictured above. This year’s count is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 14.
Volunteers wanted for Evanston Christmas Bird Count
Tens of thousands of volunteers throughout the Americas take part in an adventure that has become a family tradition among generations. Families and students, birders and scientists, armed with …
A power substation is pictured near Highway 372 north of Green River, Sept. 27, 2022.
Lawmakers punt on protecting electric utilities from wildfire liability
A panel of lawmakers punted Monday on an effort to address the rising cost of electricity in the wake of utility sparked wildfires, which industry officials describe as an existential threat. The …
An American pika calls into the alpine air in a Wyoming mountain range.
For the first time, biologists know where Wyoming’s pikas dwell — at least for now
The whereabouts of the pint-sized pika, a mammalian indicator species that is losing its alpine habitat to climate change, have been mapped for the first time in Wyoming’s reaches of the Rocky …
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Two bills headed to the Wyoming Legislature’s 2025 general session, sponsored by a Republican legislator, aim to restrict transgender people’s access to female-only spaces and collegiate sports teams.

Bills would end all transgender access to female sports, spaces

CHEYENNE — Two bills headed to the Wyoming Legislature’s 2025 general session, sponsored by a Republican legislator, aim to restrict transgender people’s access to female-only …
Mountain View senior Kodi Jean Allred hugs her dad Scott after signing her letter of intent last week to play softball for the University of Montana next fall. Allred is a 3-time All-State selection, playing for the Green River Lady Wolves.

Bridger Valley softball phenom signs with Lady Griz

MOUNTAIN VIEW — A mainstay on the diamond for the Green River High School softball team the past three seasons will be taking her talents to the D1 level in 2025. Kodi Jean Allred, a …

Slow start dooms Cowboys in 24-10 loss at Colorado State

FORT COLLINS, Colo. (Nov. 14, 2024) — The Wyoming Cowboys could not overcome a slow start in a 24-10 loss at Colorado State on Saturday evening inside Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins, Colo. It …

Clegg continues to rock as an LHS wrestler

RIVERTON — Eight LHS lady wrestlers were part of the 268 girls from 40 Wyoming schools to compete at the 202 Ron Thon in Riverton last week. The tournament, Jan. 26-27, is the biggest Wyoming wrestling tournament.
Obituaries
Raymond Jerold Carver March 25, 1945 – Nov. 21, 2024
On Thursday, November 21, 2024, we lost our beloved father, husband and friend, Raymond Carver. He passed away at his home in Urie. He moved to Ogden, Utah, as a very young boy, with his parents …
Myrtle Atkinson July 21, 1944 – Oct. 24, 2024
Myrtle (Mitchell) Atkinson was peacefully reunited with her eternal husband, Jerald (Jug), on Thursday, Oct. 24. Myrt was born on July 21, 1944, to Mark and Laile (McNeil) Mitchell in Coalville, …
Jeremy Brian Jaques
Jeremy Brian Jaques
MOUNTAIN VIEW — Jeremy Brian Jaques, of Mountain View, Wyo,; was taken from us, Aug. 31, 2024. Jeremy was born in Provo, Utah on Feb. 25, 1976, to Ryan Jaques and Debra Charon(Thatcher). …
Jose “Joe” Robert Archuleta Sept. 9, 1942 – Aug. 3, 2024
Jose “Joe” Robert Archuleta, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Aug. 3, at Ogden Regional Medical Center surrounded by loved ones. Jose was born Sept. 9, 1942, in Dixon, New …
Jadie Giorgis
KIMBALL, Neb. — Jadie Giorgis, a loving husband and father, a dedicated educator, avid fisherman, trivia enthusiast, sports lover and lifelong Wyoming Cowboys fan died on Jan. 22, 2024, at the age of 82.
Public notices
Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals, December 6, 2024
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The Uinta County Library-Evanston is requesting price proposals for the installation of the floor and wall tiling in seven (7) restrooms. The project consists of the …
Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals, November 15, 2024
Uinta County School District #4 Mountain View, WY 82939 PUBLIC NOTICE - CALL FOR BIDS Uinta County School District No. Four of Mountain View, Wyoming is request-ing sealed bid proposals for a …
11-08-2024 Bridger Valley Pioneer
Town Of Lyman Wyoming Meeting Minutes Held October 21, 2024 Held at Lyman Town Hall, Council Chambers The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooton, present was Councilmember’s …
11-1-2024 Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals
REQUEST FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the Uinta County Conservation District (UCCD) is accepting bids for a Bear River Restoration Project to improve stream stability and reduce erosion …
10-25-2024 Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals
TOWN OF LYMAN Meeting Minutes held October 7, 2024 Held at Lyman Town Hall, Council Chambers The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooton (via Zoom), present was …
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Jace Graves

What I don’t want for Christmas

It’s that time of year (while I’m still digesting Thanksgiving giblets and deviled eggs) that I unveil my yearly Christmas list of things that I really don’t want, but will probably …

What can a unified Republican Party agree on?

I n the aftermath of last month’s election, there has been much talk about fostering unity in the Republican Party, both nationally and here in Wyoming. For the Republican Party to meaningfully …

The Season of Small Business supports Wyo’s main street retailers and restaurants

The Season of Small Business is an annual U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) led campaign designed to drive Americans to shop at small businesses throughout the entire holiday season. The …
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Pearl Young, the first woman to work in a technical role at NASA, overcame barriers and ‘raised hell’ − her legacy continues today
Many of her male colleagues believed Pearl Young had an attitude problem based on her efforts to advocate for herself and her team.
How to help prevent the spread of germs this cold and flu season
(BPT) - Chilly temperatures and winter weather aren't the only burden that comes with this time of year — it's also the peak of cold and flu season. Cold and flu germs can lurk on hundreds of …
Public Christmas trees, like Rockefeller Center's famous tree, didn't start appearing in the U.S. until the 20th century.
The Christmas tree is a tradition older than Christmas
Evergreens have long served as symbols of life during the bleakness of winter. But Queen Victoria spurred the tradition that has become a global phenomenon.
Identity theft can happen to anyone, but you can take steps to protect yourself.
Is Your Identity Safe? What To Do If It’s Not
by Mariana Raymond of Truecaller (NAPSI)—Identity theft is becoming more common, affecting people from all walks of life—but you can protect yourself.   The Problem Scammers are always …
How Techy are American Drivers?
(BPT) - Technology is impacting every aspect of our lives — including our cars. And as technology reshapes the automotive industry, from the advancements in electric vehicles (EVs) to …
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