Author: Andrew-Rossi
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Recent incidents between hunters and grizzly bears are now under the joint investigation of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Two incidents occurred in Northwest Wyoming within a few days of each other, and both resulted in human injury and the death of the grizzlies involved. The first…
After several new confirmed cases of COVID-19 – including one at the Cody Regional Health Long Term Care Facility – Park County health officials reaffirm that the virus is still dangerous to all Park County residents. Cody Regional Health confirmed that a positive case of COVID-19 was confirmed in one of the Long Term Care…
The Irma Hotel confirmed a positive COVID-19 “test situation” last Friday, September 25, prompting the temporary closure of the bar and restaurant until further notice. In a Facebook post, the hotel stated the situation developed amongst employees. They are working with contract tracers and the Park County Department of Health and “look forward to reopening…
Former Northwest College professor Dennis Brophy was killed after being struck by a vehicle last Wednesday, September 23. The Wyoming Highway Patrol reports the incident occurred at 2:53 PM. A Toyota Camry was attempting to make a right turn onto E. Coulter Avenue near Rimrock Tire. Brophy was walking on the sidewalk. The driver did…
After months of uncertainty and attempts to get back to normal, the Cody Senior Center will be opening its doors to indoor dining on Monday, September 28. Jenni Johnstone-Smith, Executive Director of the Senior Center, says the Center’s reopening protocols have received the go-ahead from Park County Public Health Nurse Bill Crampton. Now, seniors can…
The Greybull-based J.L. Blair Saddlery will be showcasing its work in the 4th Annual Made in America Product Showcase, held in the White House in Washington D.C. The Made in America Product Showcase only highlights American products with either a negligible amount of foreign product or absolutely none at all, as deemed by the Federal…
An Air Quality Alert has been issued due to smoke from the nation’s widespread wildfires. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, smoke is readily visible covering much of central and western Wyoming. It is limiting visibility in some areas to the point of concern. In response, the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air…
Thanks to the efforts of former Cody resident Mary Dyk, the Cody Police Department now has 23 new protective ballistic helmets – a complete replacement of 15-year-old equipment. The Department celebrated the donation on their Facebook page. Mary Dyk and her family currently live in Colorado, but she has continued to support her old hometown…
Governor Mark Gordon testified before the US Senate’s Committee on Environment and Public Works to support Senator John Barrasso’s position that states should have more authority under the Endangered Species Act. Senator Barrasso introduced Governor Gordon not only as an experienced politician with a strong record of transparency but also as a ranch owner and…
The Hancock Fire was discovered Monday morning in the southeast corner of Yellowstone, by a ranger on a backcountry patrol near Heart Lake. It was discovered by a ranger on backcountry patrol. The fire is only 0.1 acre in size, so far only affecting a single tree in the area. The situation has been analyzed…