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An investigation into an officer-involved shooting that occurred between Cody and Powell in August 2022 has concluded with an official report from the Sweetwater County Prosecuting Attorney. After reviewing the evidence provided, it was determined that Park County Sheriff Lieutenant Mark Hartman’s use of deadly force – which resulted in the death of Jack McGlothlin –…
After seven years of dedicated service to the Cody community and a 43-year-long career, Cody Chief of Police Chuck Baker has announced his retirement from the Cody Police Department, effective June 30. Baker formally announced his decision to retire – after several months of consideration – at the June 6 meeting of the Cody City…
Vernon Orndorff, Superintendent of Park Co. Schools, Number 6, spoke about what his first, full year was like as Superintendent. He also spoke about the “Classroom to Careers” initiative that has kids getting real-world experience and mentorship from area businesses. Also, George Parks, a Cody HS alum, with other alums have started the Cody Schools…
Correction: In the original article, it was said that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints anticipates traffic will only increase “by 32 vehicles per day” on Skyline Drive. A review of official documents provided by the Church shows an anticipated traffic increase of 32 vehicles per hour. Hundreds of people met and mingled…
Summer is construction season, and W.Y.D.O.T. is always in the spirit of the season. On Tuesday, June 6, W.Y.D.O.T. started a smaller but not less important improvement project on the Shoshone River Bridge in Cody. “Bridge rehabilitation” is underway on the Wyoming Highway 120 bridge crossing the Shoshone River near the Park County Law Enforcement…
Alex Few, Regional Director of Park County Open Lands, and Mark Bruscino, Advisory Council Member of Park County Open Lands and a founding member, spoke about the mission of their organization as well as how it has been received in the community. They also spoke about a picnic that is coming up on June 10th…
National Geographic’s second season of “America’s National Parks” will focus on the infamous Wyoming bear Grizzly 399 and her life in Grand Teton National Park. The executive producer and narrator of the series is none other than country music superstar, Garth Brooks. The “Friends in Low Places” singer will be showcasing the fascinating life of…
Ned Ledoux and his band hit the stage Saturday, June 3rd at the Big Horn Basin Media Kick Off to Summer concert, along with opening act Jared Rogerson and the Rodeo Wreck. Sponsored by Yellowstone Post Frame, the evening started off with a splash as the rain poured down causing the show to start thirty…
The reconstruction of the Northeast Entrance Road in Yellowstone National Park in 2022 was an immense achievement. But it’s not quite finished yet. Park officials announced a short section of Yellowstone National Park’s Northeast Entrance Road in Lamar Canyon (between Tower Junction and Lamar Valley) will temporarily close between 7 and 9 p.m. on June…
The Kids’ Fishing Derby has been a staple of the Cody community for almost 30 years. Last Saturday at Beck Lake, was a huge success by all accounts. Although the weather wasn’t ideal for a fishing event, Cody Optimist Club received a great turnout. With nearly 300 kids registered for the derby, they couldn’t ask…