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UW Spring Semester President's Honor Roll (May 30, 2007)
by University of Wyoming
The University of Wyoming lists five students from Sublette County on the 2007 spring semester President's Honor Roll. This honor roll consists of regularly enrolled undergraduates who earned a 4.0 ("A") grade point average for the semester. To be eligible, s
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Writing Workshop June 19 & 20 (May 29, 2007)
Annual Caryn Bing Memorial Writing Workshop sponsored by the Sublette County Artist’s Guild
The annual Caryn Bing Memorial Writing Workshop will be held on June 19 and 20th. The workshop is sponsored by the Sublette County Artist’s Guild. There will be a youth and an adult workshop scheduled.
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Black Bear Area 19 Closes (May 31, 2007)
West side of Wind River Range
by Wyoming Game & Fish Department
Black bear hunters take note: Hunt area 19, the west side of the Wind River Range closed to spring hunting May 31. Area 19 stretches from Farson to the divide north of the upper Green River. Hunters should check the Black Bear Hunting Regulations for specific
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Pinedale BLM begins operations in new location June 1 (May 31, 2007)
by Bureau of Land Management
The Pinedale BLM office is now open for business in its new location at 1625 West Pine St. “The office is touching up a few areas, but will operate much as it did in the former location,” said Rey Adame, Pinedale BLM public affairs specialist.
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Wyoming Skies for June (May 30, 2007)
by Ron Canterna, University of Wyoming Department of Physics and Astronomy
A monthly look at the night skies of Wyoming, written by Ron Canterna, professor in the University of Wyoming Department of Physics and Astronomy.
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Special Summit on Sage Grouse to convene (May 30, 2007)
by Governor Freudenthal's office
Signaling the severity of pressures on sage grouse habitat across Wyoming, Governor Dave Freudenthal today announced that he will convene a Sage Grouse Summit on June 27 and 28 at Casper College’s Krampert Theatre. Headlining the conference with the Governor w
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New power transmission line planned (May 30, 2007)
by Governor Freudenthal’s office
A substantial new transmission line project that will carry Wyoming power to markets in Utah, Idaho, Oregon and the desert southwest is a major breakthrough for the state’s energy industry, Gov. Dave Freudenthal said.
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Hunter Ed Internet Course offered (May 30, 2007)
by Wyoming Game & Fish Department
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is currently taking registration for a Hunter Education Internet Course until June 8th. Participants may take the necessary course work and quizzes online, but must attend the Field Day scheduled for Saturday, June 16, in
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Health Care Coalition News (May 30, 2007)
by Cindy Van, Sublette County Health Care Coalition
The Rural Health Care Board has begun the process of developing a budget for 2007-2008 and making decisions on how to spend our tax dollars. The first special meeting was 5/23 and was enlightening about the direction the board and this administration is headed
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Wild fire season begins (May 29, 2007)
Small fire in the Wyoming Range reaches 3 acres in size
by Pinedale Online!
We got our first wildfire of the season in the Wyoming Range on Memorial Day weekend. Bridger-Teton National Forest fire crews, along with firefighters from Pinedale and Daniel Volunteer fire departments, responded to a call of a forest fire approximately two
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Necesitas hablar Ingles? (May 25, 2007)
Clases gratis de Ingles
Tienes problemas para comunicarte con los demas? Tenemos clases gratis de Ingles. En horario es Martes Y Jueves a las 7 pm. Lugar: Big Piney Annex (Learning Center, Wyoming Medical, Driver's License building). Consultas: Ingrid Keeley (Espanol) 307-749-1251, K
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Wind River Archers organizational meeting June 6 (May 22, 2007)
Wind River Archers archery club will hold an organizational meeting on Wednesday, June 6th. The group recently applied for and received their Certificate of Incorporation as a Non-Profit Corporation. This meeting will be to adopt By-Laws, elect officers, and
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BLM reminds public of wildfire danger (May 25, 2007)
BLM expects a near-aveage fire season
by Bureau of Land Management
With temperatures increasing across the state and more people spending time outdoors the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) reminds the public to be cautious while using fire outdoors.
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No West Nile Virus bird testing planned (May 25, 2007)
Testing found to not be a good indicator
The Wyoming Department of Health will not seek or accept Wyoming birds for West Nile virus (WNV) testing this year. After years of testing, health officials say they have seen little correlation between avian West Nile virus prevalence and human disease in Wyo
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Governor optimistic about wolf negotiation (May 25, 2007)
by Governor Freudenthal’s office
(Cheyenne) – On Thursday, May 24, Gov. Dave Freudenthal transmitted a draft wolf management plan to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that is based on recent discussions with the agency.
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Temporary closures on Greys River Road in June (May 25, 2007)
Two-hour closures for road surface work
by Bridger-Teton National Forest
The Bridger-Teton National Forest is advising the public they will implement a temporary road closure on the Greys River Road beginning June 1, 2007. The Greys River Road will be closed for two hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from June 1 – June 15,
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Kid's Fishing Day June 2 (May 23, 2007)
At the CCC Ponds near Fremont Lake
by Wyoming Game & Fish Department
Kids are invited to ‘get hooked on fishing’ at the annual Kids Fishing Day event Saturday June 2nd, 2007. The event will take place at the CCC Ponds three miles north of Pinedale. Parents are invited to come share in the fun and maybe learn a thing or two th
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Pinedale FFA Open House May 31 (May 21, 2007)
The Pinedale FFA will be hosting their annual Open House at the Pinedale High School Ag Room on Thursday, May 31st. with a FREE BBQ Starting at 5:00 PM.
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Tour the Yellowstone road (May 30, 2007)
by Cat Urbigkit
With the Memorial Day holiday came the official opening of all the roads in Yellowstone National Park. This is construction season, so some routes have night-time closures or delays. Be sure to call ahead, or visit the road construction status page on the Yell
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Montana maintains brucellosis status (May 30, 2007)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
Two weeks ago, a beef cow shipped from Baker, Montana tested positive for brucellosis, according to a press release from Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer and the Montana Department of Livestock.
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Flu or mono? (May 30, 2007)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
As Big Piney High School students finished their last days of the school year, one student was confirmed as having a case of mono last week.
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Pinedale Elementary Track & Field Day (May 30, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch, Pinedale Online!
The end of the school year is near. One of the signs that this school year is almost over is the Annual Pinedale Elementary School Track and Field Day. Teachers and parents make this a special day for the students. The students rotate through different stat
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Memorial Day Weekend Hikes (May 28, 2007)
by Dave Bell
Mossy Rivulet Dave Bell continued his Memorial Day weekend by exploring the upper Hoback River area. Click on this link for more photos from his weekend on Union Pass and the Upper Hoback: Union Pass-Hoback-Memorial Day Weekend (22 photos)
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Current Conditions for Memorial Day Weekend (May 25, 2007)
by Pinedale Online!
Below are current conditions for the Pinedale and Big Piney Ranger Districts of the Bridger-Teton National Forest for those who want to get outdoors and recreate over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
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Man injured by Grizzly bear in Yellowstone National Park (May 23, 2007)
Sow with cub attacks photographer near Trout Creek in Hayden Valley
by Pinedale Online!
A Montana man was received severe facial injuries as the result of an encounter with a grizzly bear Wednesday, May 23rd, in Yellowstone National Park. According to a Yellowstone National Park media release, the man, in his late fifties, was photographing bears
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May Chamber Luncheon May 30 (May 21, 2007)
Get Ready for the Pinedale Half Marathon
The Sublette County Chamber of Commerce will hold their May Community Conversation Luncheon on Wednesday, May 30th, at 12:00 noon at Rendezvous Pointe in Pinedale.
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John Wayne Film Festival May 26 (May 23, 2007)
Green River Valley Land Trust event
The Green River Valley Land Trust is hosting a John Wayne Film Festival on Saturday, May 26, at the Pinedale High School Auditorium, in honor of his 100th Anniversary. The Trust is also raffling off a special edition commemorative John Wayne Anniversary Saddle
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Bird Watchers: What is this bird? (May 22, 2007)
Webcam perch
Attention Bird Watchers: A bird landed on the Jonah Air Quality webcam earlier today and we are curious what it was. Can any of you bird experts out there tell what kind of bird this is just from looking at its tail? Please send us a note and let us know what
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Air Quality information available online (May 23, 2007)
Perry Walker, an optical physicist, is monitoring local air quality
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Perry Walker is a former United States Air Force optical physicist who lives in Daniel, Wyoming He is also an amateur astronomer, a life-long passion that started when he was 13 years old living in Green River, Wyoming. He has built several telescopes, includi
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New online map for Sublette County (May 22, 2007)
Interactive map showing roads, land ownership, photos, zoning and more
by Pinedale Online!
Map lovers, if you haven’t found this one yet, Sublette County has a cool interactive map available online on their map server. The map can be found at www.sublettewyo.com/mapserver/sc.html.
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Gemini Energy sells to NRG Investments for $98.4 million (May 23, 2007)
Interests in Pinedale Anticline natural gas properties in southwest Wyoming
NRG Investments Inc and Gemini Energy issued a joint news release on Tuesday, May 22, announcing they have signed a term sheet for NRG Investments to take over Gemini Energy Corp. for an estimated $98.4 million. The term sheet contemplates that Gemini sharehol
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Skateboarding (May 24, 2007)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Gabe and his friends were enjoying the Pinedale Skateboard Park on Thursday, May 24. They were kind enough to let us take a couple of pictures.
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Memorial Day Ceremony in Pinedale (May 28, 2007)
by Pinedale Online!
Pinedale held a Memorial Day Celebration at the Pinedale Cemetery on Memorial Day, Monday May 28th. The ceremony was sponsored by VFW Post 4801 and the American Legion Post 47 and their Auxiliaries. A large crowd of citizens turned out to join the celebration
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WYDOT STIP Transportation Update (May 27, 2007)
State Transportation Improvement Program, Reporter’s Notes
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Representatives from the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) gave a presentation in Pinedale on Thursday, May 24, to give an overview on their road construction and transportation plans and proposals for the next 6-7 years for the District 3 (southwes
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Sublette County Little League (May 24, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch
2007 Sublette County Little League spring training has begun. The league consists of tee ball, machine pitch/minors, player pitch/majors, and Babe Ruth teams. Wednesday evening two teams held their first practice of the season on the Pinedale baseball fields
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Pinedale High School Athletic Banquet (May 25, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch
Pinedale High School held their 2006 – 2007 Athletic Awards Banquet in the Wrangler Gym May 22. Athletes, coaches, and fans were recognized for their talents and support. Matt Whisenant from University of Wyoming was the guest speaker.
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Local Sage Grouse Group to convene May 24 (May 22, 2007)
by Mark Gocke, Wyoming Game & Fish
(Pinedale) - The Upper Green River Basin Local Sage Grouse Working Group will hold their next meeting Thursday, May 24th at the Pinedale Library starting at 9:00 AM. The group is in the process of finalizing its sage grouse conservation plan based on comments
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Local students receive college scholarships from EnCana (May 22, 2007)
Nathan Stroud of Pinedale High School and Derek Meisner of Big Piney High School
by EnCana Oil & Gas (USA)
(Sublette County) – Nathan Stroud of Pinedale High School and Derek Meisner of Big Piney High School earned a 2007 EnCana High School Scholarship for outstanding academic achievement, strong commitment to the community and determination to pursue a career in t
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Bridger-Teton Firewood Permits available (May 21, 2007)
by Bridger-Teton National Forest
The Bridger-Teton National Forest will sell firewood permits for private use beginning Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at many of our District offices. Firewood permits are a service offered by the U.S. Forest Service and cost five dollars per chord with a minimum purch
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Sublette Planning & Zoning Board position open (May 21, 2007)
To be appointed on June 5th
The Sublette County Planning & Zoning Commission has an opening to replace the term left by the resignation of board member Jay Anderson, who resigned on May 1st. This has left an unexpired one-year term for the Big Piney area. The County Commissioners will ma
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Fishing Hatch Report - Spring Fishing (May 18, 2007)
by Fishing Guide Mike Kaul, Two Rivers Emporium in Pinedale, Wyoming
Well, Spring has finally arrived in the Rocky Mountains. The grass is turning green and the aspen are starting to show pretty good size leaf structure. The trout are starting to look around for new sources of food and are plenty hungry.
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Memorial Day Holiday Weekend (May 22, 2007)
Seat Belt and Boat Safety reminders
by Pinedale Online!
The Memorial Day weekend (May 25-28) marks the beginning of the summer travel and tourist season, with many people planning to hit the highways for trips and recreation. Since this is such a big travel weekend, the Wyoming Highway Patrol always does a special
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Thomas: National Day of the Cowboy Passes Senate (May 24, 2007)
by Office of Senator Craig Thomas
(Washington) - U.S. Senator Craig Thomas, R-Wyo., today announced the Senate has approved the National Day of the American Cowboy, S. Res. 130, making the day official for 2007. The resolution recognizes cowboys and cowgirls as integral part of American histo
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Job Hunting Info (May 21, 2007)
by Pinedale Online!
Looking for a job? There are many job openings available in Sublette County doing a wide variety of kinds of work. The best part is, the pay is GREAT! No minimum wage jobs here! If you are looking for work, there are several online sources to help you. Here on
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Black Bear Areas 14-17 and 30 Close (May 21, 2007)
by Wyoming Game & Fish
Black bear hunters take note: Hunt areas 14-17 and 30, which includes the Salt and Wyoming ranges, closed May 21. The closed areas stretch from Big Piney to the Idaho stateline and from Hoback Junction to LaBarge. Hunters should check the Black Bear Regulation
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Upcoming road and highway work projects (May 21, 2007)
Passing lanes, surface work, rumble strips
Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has awarded contracts totaling nearly $42.4 million for 10 highway projects around the state, including four made possible by the additional state funding approved by the 2007 Legislature.
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Truck traffic increasing in Wyoming (May 21, 2007)
I-80 truck traffic volume expected to go up dramatically
by Wyoming Department of Transportation
The number of trucks passing through Wyoming ports of entry reached 3 million for the first time in 2006 and is expected to exceed that number this year, but the most recent national statistics available show the state's fatality rate was below the national ra
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Winter may return briefly (May 21, 2007)
Rain, thunderstorms, possible snow
by Pinedale Online!
The National Weather Service out of Riverton is advising that a storm system will move into Western Wyoming Monday night bringing some rain and mountain snow. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will occur across East-Central and Southern Wyoming. Thunderstorm
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PAWG May 24 meeting cancelled (May 21, 2007)
Pinedale BLM move delay cancels scheduled PAWG meeting
by Bureau of Land Management
The Pinedale Anticline Working Group (PAWG) meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 24, has been cancelled.
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“Between Fences” Community Art Project (May 18, 2007)
A Smithsonian Exhibit coming to the Sublette County Library in Pinedale Sept 22 to Nov 10
This year, the Sublette County Library, in partnership with Museum on Main Street and the Wyoming Humanities Council, will be presenting “BETWEEN FENCES”, a traveling Smithsonian exhibition that explores the significance of fences and boundaries in American cu
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Sublette County Rural Health Care meeting (May 23, 2007)
May 23, 2007 Special Meetings: Reporter’s Notes
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Sublette County Rural Health Care Board held two Special Meetings on Wednesday, May 23rd at the Sublette County Courthouse Commissioner’s Room in Pinedale. Present were Board members Dave Racich, Walt Bousman, and Bill Budd, and SCRHC Director Randy Johns
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Congratulations Big Piney Graduates! (May 23, 2007)
Graduating Seniors Class of 2007
by Pinedale Online!
Big Piney High School held their commencement ceremony on Tuesday, May 22nd at the high school. 42 seniors graduated out of the class of 47 students. Valedictorian was Heather Nelson. Salutatorian was Seth Linn.
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Spring Storm (May 21, 2007)
by Dave Bell
Spring Storm Dave Bell captured the clouds that came with the late winter-early spring storm that rolled into Pinedale Monday. For more photos from the storm, click on this link: Spring Storm (11 photos)
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Olsen back in the saddle (May 23, 2007)
House District 22 Representative (R), Monte Olsen, from Daniel, Wyoming
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
House District 22 Representative Monte Olsen is back at his home in Daniel, recovering well from injuries he received April 29 when his wife accidentally ran over him with the family vehicle. Olsen sustained 10 broken ribs, including four with multiple fractur
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Workforce Solutions Summit May 31-June 1 (May 16, 2007)
Governor’s Summit in Jackson at Snow King Lodge
Wyoming's workforce shortage is one of the most crucial issues facing all businesses and communities in the State, both large and small. Due to the State's low population, consistently low unemployment rate and continuing economic growth, Wyoming's industries
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Driving a long ways? Take a break! (May 16, 2007)
Rest stops help you stay alert
by Pinedale Online!
With the summer travel season upon us, people are getting out and seeing the sights. In Wyoming, there can be a long distance between here and getting there, with many miles of road to travel. Falling asleep while driving can result in a scary short wake-up re
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SCSO release on human skeletal remains (May 15, 2007)
Site of archaeological significance; released as a crime scene
Editor’s Note: On Tuesday, May 15th, the Sublette County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) sent out a media release about the human skeletal remains found near Pinedale last week. Below is the release reprinted in its entirety.
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DFS implements new food stamp debit card system (May 15, 2007)
by Department of Family Services
(Cheyenne) - The Wyoming Department of Family Services will start using a new statewide debit card system for food stamp benefits this month. The magnetic-striped Wyoming Card replaces the PayWest card that has been used throughout Wyoming since 1996. Food sta
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WYDOT offers Adopt-A-Highway Program (May 15, 2007)
Sublette County highway stretches available
by Wyoming Department of Transportation
April showers may have brought May flowers, but May is also when roadside litter is spotlighted as the Wyoming Department of Transportation kicks off their 2007 Adopt-A-Highway program.
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Montana cow herd infected with brucellosis (May 22, 2007)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
Last week, a beef cow shipped from Baker, Montana tested positive for brucellosis, according to a press release from Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer and the Montana Department of Livestock. This week, cattle from a second herd are under quarantine and are b
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Clear Creek Hike (May 14, 2007)
by Dave Bell
Dave Bell and Arnold Brokling hiked up to Clear Creek Natural Bridge, near Green River Lakes, on Saturday. The road is open and there is no snow. For more photos from their hike, click on this link: Hike up Clear Creek Canyon to the Natural Bridge (16 photos)
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Governor to Fans: Vote for UW in Mascot Contest! (May 15, 2007)
by Governor Freudenthal’s office
(Cheyenne) - As the University of Wyoming’s school symbol of a bucking horse and rider competes against Michigan State’s mascot in a lighthearted contest called the “Most Dominant College Mascot on Earth” competition, Gov. Dave Freudenthal encourages all the s
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Ticks and Diseases (May 21, 2007)
Department of Health warns about Tick-borne diseases
by Wyoming Department of Health
The Wyoming Department of Health is warning residents to take precautions to avoid infection with tick-borne diseases, including Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), tularemia and Colorado tick fever.
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Wyoming High Schools Art Competition (May 10, 2007)
National Museum of Wildlife Art Celebrates 20th Anniversary
by National Museum of Wildlife Art
(Jackson Hole) – In celebration of its 20th Anniversary, the National Museum of Wildlife Art is sponsoring a state-wide art competition for Wyoming high school art students.
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Truck traffic increasing in Wyoming (May 21, 2007)
by Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT)
The number of trucks passing through Wyoming ports of entry reached 3 million for the first time in 2006 and is expected to exceed that number this year, but the most recent national statistics available show the state's fatality rate was below the national ra
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OCTA Lander Trail tour (May 18, 2007)
by Pinedale Online!
Lander Trail tour Members of the Oregon-California Trail Association (OCTA), and local residents, went on a tour of the Lander Cut-off of the Oregon Trail on Saturday. This year marks the 150th anniversary of this historic trail. Many sections of the Lander Tr
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Express Yourself Dance Company (May 20, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch
Express Yourself Dance Company performed their 4th Annual Spring Recital May 19th in the Pinedale Auditorium. Dancers from 3 to 12 years of age performed to a full house. There were two ballet routines and two hip-hop routines. Many of the girls perform in
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Wyomingites: We’ve been Challenged! (May 8, 2007)
Who has the most dominant college Mascot?
by Pinedale Online
Calling all Wyomingites! We need your vote! CBSSportsline.com SPiN writer J. Darin Darst has put up a challenge online to see which state has the most spirit and the most dominant college mascot, the Wyoming Cowboys or the Wake Forest Demon Deacons?! He has an
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Dr. Boyle’s side: Rural Health Care Board never negotiated (May 15, 2007)
Says Rural Health Care Board did not make a good faith attempt to negotiate a contract with her
Editor's Note: We received this media release from Dr. Boyle's attorney, Elizabeth Greenwood, giving their side of the story about the contract negotiations for her services with the Sublette County Rural Health Care Board. We are reprinting their media releas
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PFAC Yard Sale May 19 (May 15, 2007)
Fundraiser for the Pinedale Fine Arts Council
The Pinedale Fine Arts Council will be holding a yard sale on Saturday, May 19th, as a fundraiser for the organization. There will be bookcases, kitchenware, television sets, entertainment centers, china and much more. The address is 127 East “B” Street in P
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Dr. Boyle’s contract will not be renewed (May 10, 2007)
Parties unable to reach an agreement; her contract ends May 17th
by Sublette County Rural Health Care District
Editor's Note: The Sublette County Rural Health Care District issued the following media release about the termination of Dr. Judy Boyle’s contract at the Pinedale Medical Clinic:
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Pinedale BLM Office Move Delayed (May 9, 2007)
by Bureau of Land Management
The Pinedale BLM’s transition to its new office location on the west side of Pinedale is delayed due to unfinished preparations in the new building.
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Jermy Wight (May 18, 2007)
by Pinedale Online!
The Oregon/California Trails Association (OCTA) held a meeting and program at the Museum of the Mountain Man on Friday evening, celebrating "150 Years on the Lander Trail".
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Wind River Sunrise (May 15, 2007)
by Dena Moller
Dena Moller captured these photos showing a spectacular sunrise over the Wind River Mountains not long ago.
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Living History Days 2007 (May 18, 2007)
At the Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale
by Clint Gilchrist, Pinedale Online!
Here in the Green River Valley, 175 years ago, Mountain Men lived year round trapping beaver in the cold winter months, and partying hard at the summer rendezvous when the supplies wagons showed up. With grizzly bear, hostile Indians, and Mother Nature, they
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3 Government offices move to new location in Pinedale (May 8, 2007)
USDA-NRCS Pinedale Field Office, Sublette County Conservation District and Pinedale Field Office of the Bureau of Land Management
by Jennifer Hayward, USDA-NRCS
(Pinedale, Wyoming) - The USDA-Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) Pinedale Field Office and Sublette County Conservation District are moving to a new location. The office will be located on the east side of the Stromness Building, located west of th
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Game and Fish to discuss Lion hunting seasons (May 7, 2007)
by Wyoming Game & Fish
Those interested in mountain lion hunting and management will have an opportunity to review and comment on the 2007-2009 proposed regulations during a Game and Fish public meeting from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, Monday, May 14, 2007 at the Antler Motel in Jackson.
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Kids invited to enter WY FIRST LEGO Robotics Tournament (May 3, 2007)
Tournament to be held in Casper on December 1st
U.S. Senator Mike Enzi, R-Wyo., is encouraging all Wyoming youth between the ages of nine and 14 who enjoy building, taking apart and exploring machines to enter the FIRST LEGO League robotics tournament to be held Dec. 1 in Casper.
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Man killed in truck accident in Jonah Field (May 10, 2007)
Darrin Smith of Wenatchee, Washington
Wyoming Highway Patrol has reported the death of a 42-year old East Wenatchee, Washington man, Darrin J. Smith, on Saturday, May 5th. He was killed in a truck roll-over accident in the Jonah Field in Sublette County, south of Pinedale.
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Pinedale Half Marathon training at Proactive (May 8, 2007)
by Mindi Crabb
(Pinedale) - Fresh air, fitness and fun! The Pinedale Half Marathon Committee is happy to announce that Saturday training sessions are back, starting May 12th at 7:00 AM! All walkers and runners are welcome to bring friends and meet new ones while getting som
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Pinedale's Arbor Day is May 17th (May 8, 2007)
Arbor Day to be Celebrated with a 'Patriot Tree'
by Lauren McKeever, Town of Pinedale
This year, in addition to donated and memorial trees, Pinedale will symbolically thank those serving in the armed services, past, present and future, with the dedication of a "Patriot Tree." A chokecherry will be planted during Pinedale's Arbor Day celebratio
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Attorney John Mackey passes away (May 7, 2007)
Long-time Pinedale resident and attorney, John Mackey, passed away on Sunday, May 6. According to Colvill Funeral Home in Pinedale, the family will have a Memorial Service for him sometime this summer.
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Umpires Needed! (May 7, 2007)
Sublette County Slow Pitch Softball
by Kate Grimes
Sublette County Slow Pitch Softball sign-ups were a huge success, with a whopping 13 teams signed up.
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Dig It! - What Happened to My Flowers? (May 7, 2007)
Deer, rabbits, dogs, cats, birds, gophers and chipmunks also all enjoy your garden
by Sage and Snow Garden Club
If you like seeing wildlife around your property, you must expect some plant damage. It's a test of a person's tolerance and fortitude, but would we have it any other way?
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Weather Spotter training in Pinedale May 17 (May 4, 2007)
by National Weather Service
The NOAA National Weather Service will be conducting a Weather Spotter Training class in Pinedale on Thursday, May 17. The training session will take place in the basement of the Sublette County Sheriff’s Office beginning at 1:00 p.m. The two-hour class is f
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National Tourism Week in Wyoming (May 3, 2007)
May 12-20, 2007
by Sublette County Joint Tourism Promotion Board
(Pinedale) - Governor Dave Freudenthal signed a proclamation during the 2007 Governor’s Conference on Hospitality and Tourism, April 16, 2007, at the Parkway Plaza & Conference Center in Casper. He designated May 12-20, as National Tourism Week in Wyoming. The
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Rural Health Board seeks new member (May 3, 2007)
Applications accepted until May 21
by Sublette County Rural Health Care Board
The Sublette County Rural Health Care Board will appoint a replacement for one open position on the Board. This appointment will serve through the next general election (August, 2008). This appointment will replace board member Jud Faler.
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Big Sandy – spring condition update (May 14, 2007)
Road is open, trail open a little ways in before hitting snow
by Pinedale Online!
Ken & Laurie Hartwig hiked up the Big Sandy trail on Sunday and sent in a couple pictures. "The road is basically dry to the trailhead and we were able to hike within a couple of miles of Big Sandy Lake before we hit the snow line. The nice part was we were
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Pinedale Half Marathon training begins (May 13, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch
Pinedale Half Marathon Saturday training sessions are back. All walkers and runners are welcome every Saturday morning to bring friends and meet new ones at ProActive Rehabilitaion as they train for the September event. Coffee and fruit will be provided, and
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Home & Garden Show (May 13, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch
4th Annual Pinedale Home & Garden Show was held this Friday and Saturday at the Sublette County Ice Arena. Everything from Tupperware to John Deere Tractors was on hand. The Pinedale 4-H provided concessions and the Pinedale Lion’s Club held drawings every h
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Human skeletons found near Pinedale (May 11, 2007)
by Clint Gilchrist, Pinedale Online!
On Thursday, May 10, 2007, construction workers installing a septic system just west of Pinedale found some human skulls and authorities were immediately called.
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Monte Olsen still in Fair condition (May 7, 2007)
by Pinedale Online!
Daniel, remains in "Fair" condition in the Intensive Care Unit at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Clinic in Idaho today, Monday, May 7, according to hospital spokeswoman Cindy Smith-Putnam.
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My Pinedale photo exhibit (May 4, 2007)
Reception May 11 at the Pinedale Library
by Sublette County Library
“My Pinedale”, a Young Adult Photo Exhibit of pictures taken by local teens, will be showing in the Lovatt Room of the Sublette County Library in Pinedale starting Friday, May 11. An opening reception with light refreshments, hosted by the Sublette County Libr
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Early Spring at Meadow Lake (May 10, 2007)
by Pinedale Online!
A group of friends went up to make another attempt to check out Meadow Lake last weekend. This time the road was open.
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Wyoming High Schools Art Competition (May 10, 2007)
National Museum of Wildlife Art Celebrates 20th Anniversary
by National Museum of Wildlife Art
(Jackson Hole) – In celebration of its 20th Anniversary, the National Museum of Wildlife Art is sponsoring a state-wide art competition for Wyoming high school art students. “Wild About Bears: Wyoming Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the National Museum of
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Wild Wyoming rivers proposed (May 10, 2007)
Protection for Snake headwaters
by Cat Urbigkit
The Hoback River, along with some various other river segments in western Wyoming, could be protected from future development, if U.S. Senator Craig Thomas has his way.
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2007 Pinedale Spring Band Concert (May 8, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch
Hats off to the Pinedale Elementary “Crash” Band, the Middle School Concert Band, and the High School Concert Band. They played under the direction of Craig Sheppard Monday evening in the Pinedale Auditorium. Their annual spring concert is a chance for the s
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Brucellosis program update (May 7, 2007)
by Cat Urbigkit
The Wyoming Brucellosis Coordination Team recently met in Lander and heard updates on a variety of issues.
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Brucellosis vaccine implicated in abortion storm (May 7, 2007)
by Cat Urbigkit
Although animal health officials have made a lot of progress on getting cattle producers in western Wyoming to adopt voluntary herd plans to reduce the risk of brucellosis transmission, that progress could come to a screeching halt, depending on how producers
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Jackson Chamber speaks out against Hoback drilling (May 1, 2007)
Letter to the Forest Service about the DEIS for the Eagle Prospect Exploratory wells
Editor’s Note: The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce sent a letter to Bridger-Teton National Forest Big Piney District Ranger Greg Clark for their public comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Eagle Prospect Exploratory wells.
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Late spring storm expected in Wyoming (May 4, 2007)
Will bring snow to much of central Wyoming
The National Weather Service out of Riverton is advising of a late spring storm on the way which is expected to bring significant snow accumulations to much of central Wyoming.
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EnCana Community Conversation (May 3, 2007)
Reporter’s Notes
by Dawn Ballou, Editor, Pinedale Online!
EnCana USA held a “community conversation” at Rendezvous Pointe in Pinedale on Wednesday, April 2nd. Approximately 25 people showed up to listen to what they had to say and ask questions. Present were Chris House, EnCana’s Production Operator; Randy Teeuwen, E
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Wyoming History Day Winners Selected (May 2, 2007)
Pinedale Middle School Teacher Mitch Irrgang wins Wyoming History Day Teacher of the Year 2007
by University of Wyoming
Judges have selected winners in the recent Wyoming History Day competition held at the University of Wyoming. Participating students in grades 6-12 from throughout the state produced museum-type exhibits, multimedia documentaries, original performances, or tra
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Sublette County Road Construction (May 1, 2007)
Daniel, Big Piney and Marbleton
by Wyoming Department of Transportation
(Pinedale) - As temperatures warm around Sublette County, three road construction projects also heat up to kick off the road construction season.
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Michael Terry Buffalo Hide Tipi Exhibit May 4 (May 2, 2007)
Michael Terry to give a program Friday talking about the exhibit
by Pinedale Online!
The Museum of the Mountain Man, and Pinedale, are extremely honored and pleased to unveil a new exhibit at the Museum on Friday, May 4th: an authentic brain tanned, Buffalo Hide Tipi by Native American Historian, Michael Terry. Terry will be at the Museum to g
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Pinedale Aquatic Center (May 5, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch
Just a few more months and the much awaited Pinedale Aquatic Center will be ready for use. J.J. Huntley, pool manager, and Sublette County School District # 1 construction manger, Dennis Seipp, gave Pinedale Online an inside tour of the new state of the art f
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How will Pinedale grow? (May 3, 2007)
by Pinedale Online!
The Sublette County Commissioners hired WLC Engineering, Surveying and Planning, Inc in Pinedale to do a comprehensive development plan study for community growth goals for the towns of Pinedale, Big Piney and Marbleton.
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Urbigkit Case: Reader Comments and Viewpoints (May 5, 2007)
by Dawn Ballou, Editor, Pinedale Online!
The arrest of Jim Urbigkit last month simply for refusing to answer a sheriff’s deputy’s questions has raised other questions about which we, and many people we have spoken with since the incident, are very confused. Based on the comments we have received on t
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WY SW District Music Festival (May 1, 2007)
by Craig Sheppard
The Pinedale High School music department traveled to Lyman last Thursday, Friday and Saturday to participate in the annual Southwest Wyoming District Music Festival. While there, the concert band, concert choir, jazz band, small ensembles and numerous solois
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Rendezvous Volunteers needed (May 1, 2007)
Help the Sublette County Chamber of Commerce
by Sublette County Chamber of Commerce
The Sublette County Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring several events through out the weekend of the Green River Rendezvous this year and we need your help!
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Marathon training sessions offered (May 1, 2007)
By Proactive Rehabilitation, for upcoming Pinedale Half Marathon
by Sublette County Chamber of Commerce
Proactive Rehabiliation, located at 472 N Faler Avenue in Pinedale, will be offering a wide variety of training sessions for the upcoming Pinedale Half Marathon & 10K on September 22, 2007.
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Guard Dogs on Duty (May 3, 2007)
by Cat Urbigkit
These puppies are exhausted after a hard day's work on the ranch. They are being trained to be sheep guard dogs on a ranch near Big Piney.
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Rancher arrested, but not because he shot the bear (May 3, 2007)
Arrested when he refuses to answer questions until his attorney is present for questioning
by Dawn Ballou, Editor, Pinedale Online!
Early on a Sunday morning in late April, a Wyoming rancher sees a large black bear in with his sheep. It is lambing season and the bear is in the rancher's sheep pasture with pregnant ewes.
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GRVLT John Wayne Saddle Raffle (May 1, 2007)
And John Wayne Film Festival
by Sublette County Chamber of Commerce
The Green River Valley Land Trust (GRVLT) is raffling a limited edition and numbered Circle Y saddle celebrating the 100th anniversary birthday of John Wayne. This beautiful saddle is valued at $10,000.
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Half Moon Lake (May 2, 2007)
by Alan Svalberg
The ice is melting quickly off all the area lakes. This was the view of Half Moon Lake on Sunday, April 29th.
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Wyoming Tourism Board opposes Hoback wells (May 1, 2007)
Strongly opposes the proposal for the 3 Hoback test wells
by Pinedale Online!
Editor’s Note: The Wyoming Division of Travel and Tourism went on record with public comment to the Forest Service for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Eagle Prospect Exploratory wells. In their comments they state they “strongly opposes the p
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Thomas accepting Fall 2007 Intern applications (May 1, 2007)
Application deadline June 29
by Senator Craig Thomas news release
(Washington) - U.S. Senator Craig Thomas (R-Wyo.) is currently accepting applications for his Washington, DC internship program for fall 2007.
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Freudenthal opposes Wyoming Range gas development (May 1, 2007)
Governor comments on Hoback exploratory well DEIS
by Governor Freudenthal's office
(Cheyenne) Expressing his concern that an initial exploratory drilling project in the Wyoming Range could be the “first domino” toward industrialization of the national forest, today Gov. Dave Freudenthal again relayed his opposition to full-scale natural gas
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Duck, Duck, Goose! (May 1, 2007)
by Dave Bell
Attention K-Mart Shoppers! No, just kidding. Dave Bell has posted photos of ducks and geese in a new photo album on his website: Duck, Duck, Goose! (9 photos)
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Pinedale All Choir Concert (May 2, 2007)
by Pam McCulloch
The All Choir Concert was held in the Pinedale Auditorium on Tuesday, May 1, 2007. The Pinedale Middle School and High School Choirs both performed under the direction of Gena Anderson. Accompanists were Jaclyn Nelson and Coralee Petersen. There were severa
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Wyoming History Day Winners selected (May 2, 2007)
Winners from Pinedale and Big Piney schools
by University of Wyoming
(Laramie) - Judges have selected winners in the recent Wyoming History Day competition held at the University of Wyoming.
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Monte Olsen still in Serious Condition in Idaho hospital (May 1, 2007)
In the ICU at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls
by Pinedale Online!
Update, Tuesday, May 1, 2007, 11:00 AM: We called Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC, pronounced "ear-mack") in Idaho Falls, Idaho this morning to get an update on Monte Olsen.
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Students compete in UW Calculus Bowl (May 1, 2007)
Marbleton’s Michael Basden on 3rd Place Team
by University of Wyoming
(Laramie) -Nine teams from the University of Wyoming and Laramie Senior High School competed in the recent Calculus Bowl at the University of Wyoming as part of national Mathematics Awareness Month.
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