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Pinedale Library Addition Grand Opening (May 31, 2009)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Sublette County Library in Pinedale held their Grand Opening and Open House for their new addition on Sunday, May 31st. The event started outside the front entrance with opening speeches by Pinedale Library Director Daphne Platts, John Fixter of Fixter C
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ToxCast: How Toxic Chemicals Impact Human Health (May 31, 2009)
by Environmental Protection Agency
(Washington, D.C. – May 28, 2009) More than 200 scientists, regulators, and policy makers from around the world convened recently at EPA’s first ToxCast Data Analysis Summit to discuss results of the first phase of ToxCast. ToxCast is an innovative approach
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Suicide Awareness Walk June 21 (May 31, 2009)
Walk from White Pine Resort to the American Legion Park in Pinedale
Everyone is invited to join in for the 1st Annual Suicide Awareness Walk on Sunday, June 21, 2009. Walk from White Pine Resort to the American Legion Park in Pinedale. Release a balloon in memory of loved ones lost to suicide, then enjoy a picnic and awareness
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Troopers to check vehicle insurance status on stops (May 31, 2009)
by Wyoming Highway Patrol
Beginning June 1, Highway Patrol troopers and other law enforcement officers will automatically get information on the insurance status of the vehicle every time they make a traffic stop or call in a license plate check on a private vehicle registered in Wyomi
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Guns in parks signed into law (May 31, 2009)
by Wyoming Delegation (Enzi, Lummis, Barrasso)
Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso and Representative Cynthia Lummis, all R-Wyo., praised the President’s signing of a bill that allows law abiding citizens to carry concealed weapons on to National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service public land
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Lion show roars with success (May 30, 2009)
Pinedale Community Theatre production of 'The Lion Who Lost His Roar'
by Janet Montgomery
One sixth grader with two fifth graders and 13 fourth-grade students performed "The Lion Who Lost His Roar" at the Pinedale High School Auditorium for elementary and middle school students on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons with a public performance concludi
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Sweden to allow more wolf hunts (May 30, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
Reports indicate that Sweden may soon allow increased wolf hunting, citing the need to cull a portion of the highly-inbred population of about 220 animals to make room for new bloodlines.
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Rocky Mountain Wash expands facilities (May 30, 2009)
by Rocky Mountain Wash
Rocky Mountain Wash in Pinedale has acquired the adjacent property from Heritage Propane and has begun the first phase of an expansion and improvement project.
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Glimpse Lake Trail hike (May 30, 2009)
Dave Bell hiked the Glimpse Lake trail on Saturday, a favorite spring walk he enjoys for the extraordinary vistas of Fremont Lake and the Wind Rivers.
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Hampton Inn opens in Pinedale (May 29, 2009)
Photo tour of Pinedale’s newest hotel
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The new Hampton Inn & Suites opened in Pinedale on May 14th. The three-story hotel is a member of the Hilton family of hotels. It is located directly west of the Stromness-BLM office building, on the north side of US 191, on the west end of Pinedale. Rooms on
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Pinedale FFA Open House May 28 (May 28, 2009)
Raffle for a 2009 Polaris Sportsman 4-wheeler
Pinedale FFA Alumni will host their Open House on Thursday, May 28th in the Pinedale High School Ag Shop. Dinner starts at 6:00 PM. Raffle to follow at 6:30 PM. There will be a reverse-drawing raffle for a 2009 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO, 4-wheel drive 4-wheeler
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‘The Lion Who Lost His Roar’ May 28 (May 28, 2009)
Production by the Pinedale Community Theatre
The production of "The Lion Who Lost His Roar" will take place Thursday, May 28th, at 7:00 PM in the Pinedale Auditorium. This is a children’s show featuring local children as the actors, directed by Barb Wise and Carmen Hittle with the Pinedale Community Thea
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Pinedale High School Senior's Prank (May 28, 2009)
by Pam McCulloch
Traditionally, the Pinedale graduating seniors play a prank at end of the school year. This year they camped on the lawn of the high school. They set up tents, lawn chairs and camped over night. Their graduation ceremony is Friday night, May 29, in the Wran
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Pinedale Farmers Market opens May 31 with new location, events (May 27, 2009)
by Maggie Palmer
The Pinedale Farmers Market (PFM) opens its 2009 season Sunday, May 31 in Downtown Pinedale. The Market operates every Sunday, rain or shine, from May 31 through October 11, 11 am to 2 pm, and is located on North Tyler Avenue between Rock Rabbit and the Visito
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Pinedale Library Addition Grand Opening May 31 (May 27, 2009)
Fun things to do all week May 31 – June 6th
by Sublette County Library
You’ll be amazed at what the Sublette County Library has planned for the Grand Opening of their new addition the week of May 31 – June 6th. All events are free! Mark your calendars now!
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Future highway improvement projects to be discussed (May 27, 2009)
STIP meeting in Pinedale June 2
by Wyoming Department of Transportation
The Wyoming Department of Transportation, District Three, will make presentations of the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) during the week of June 1 to address future highway improvement projects in Western Wyoming.
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WGFD nabs antelope poachers (May 27, 2009)
Two men convicted for illegally shooting 3 pronghorn south of Big Piney
by Wyoming Game & Fish
Pinedale resident Kenny Green and Donald Cooper of Arkansas, were recently convicted for illegally shooting and wasting three pronghorn antelope south of Big Piney last fall.
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Polaris Dealer Advisory Council members recognized as ‘MVPs’ (May 27, 2009)
Gary Neely one of 17 dealers recognized by Polaris
by Polaris Industries Inc
Polaris Industries Inc. recognized 17 dealers from across the United States and Canada for their invaluable contributions as members of the Polaris Dealer Advisory Council. The Advisory Council aids Polaris management in development of effective support and tr
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Paper Food Stamps set to expire June 17 (May 27, 2009)
by Wyoming Department of Family Services
Paper food stamps are set to expire with the passage of a federal law going into effect June 17, according to a news release from the Wyoming Department of Family Services.
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Grizzly Bear relocated (May 27, 2009)
by Wyoming Game & Fish
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department, in cooperation with the Bridger-Teton and Shoshone National Forests, trapped and relocated a sub-adult male grizzly bear on Saturday, May 23, 2009. The bear had been frequenting home sites along the Wind River west of Dubo
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First Wyoming Swine Flu (H1N1) case confirmed (May 27, 2009)
by Wyoming Department of Health
Lab testing at the Wyoming Public Health Laboratory has confirmed the first known infection of a state resident with the swine flu (novel H1N1) virus, according to Wyoming Department of Health officials.
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Infant CPR kits offered (May 27, 2009)
25 families with babies can get the free kit to learn American Heart Association Infant CPR
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Families with infants are being offered a great opportunity that could potentially save their baby’s life in the event of an emergency.
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Feds explain wolf death (May 26, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service issued the following statement about the wolf recently killed in Yellowstone National Park. The wolf had repeatedly chased people.
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Wolf located south of Lander (May 26, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reports that a radio-collared wolf from the Yellowstone Delta Pack dispersed from the park some time in March, and was recently located south of Lander. The collared wolf is a young female.
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Wolves return to northern China (May 26, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
Wolves are taking their toll on livestock on the steppes of northern China, according to news accounts. Herders have issued a plea for control of predating wolves, and for hunting seasons to resume.
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Oregon: move wolves (May 26, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
An Oregon newspaper's editorial board has taken the position that since wolves have been removed from federal protection in that state, wolves that have preyed on livestock need to be trapped and relocated away from private property.
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Big Piney Memorial Day Observance (May 25, 2009)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
American Legion Post #78 and Boy Scouts of America Troup #22 led the Memorial Day Ceremony at Plainview Cemetery near Big Piney.
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Call for Locations (May 24, 2009)
Looking for potential filming locations in Wyoming
by Wyoming Film Office
The Wyoming Film Office is calling for photos of potential filming locations throughout the state. We're updating our Reel-Scout database with hundreds of new images and we need your help. We're looking for any interesting locations that could be used by a pro
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Alaska wolf harasses bicyclists (May 22, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
The Fairbanks Daily News-Miner reports that a wolf has been harasssing bicyclists in Denali National Park, going so far as to chew on the handlebars on one bike and puncture a beverage bottle on another, in separate incidents.
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Desert Wildflowers (May 23, 2009)
by Pinedale Online!
Warm weather and spring moisture have brought green grass and colorful wildflowers to appear out on the desert.
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EPA Administrator Jackson visits Jonah Field (May 21, 2009)
Wraps up two-day tour of Wyoming energy production sites
by Governor Freudenthal’s office
U.S. EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson and Gov. Dave Freudenthal today (Thursday, May 21, 2009) concluded a two-day tour of several major energy production regions in Wyoming.
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Bridger-Teton plans Prescribed Burn (May 21, 2009)
by Bridger-Teton National Forest
(Big Piney, Wyo.) – The Bridger-Teton National Forest plans to conduct a prescribed burn in the Maki Creek area this spring. Depending on weather conditions, crews hope to be igniting approximately 250-acres, starting in May to early June. Maki Creek is loca
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EPA wants best science for air quality standards decisions (May 21, 2009)
Administrator Lisa P. Jackson calls for key changes to the process
by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Stressing the importance of scientific integrity and transparency, EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson today called for key changes to the process for reviewing National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) to protect human health and the environment.
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Veterans Advocate in Pinedale June 12 (May 21, 2009)
Ronda Brauburger, Veterans Advocate for Western Wyoming, will be in Pinedale on Friday, June 12, 2009, at the Sublette County Library from 10:00 AM until Noon. This is a chance to meet the Advocate and get answers to any questions you may have. She can be reac
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Agencies begin controlled burns (May 21, 2009)
Smoke visible in the valley
by Pinedale Online!
The Bureau of Land Management began controlled burning in the Maki Creek area of the Wyoming Range, west of Daniel, on Tuesday and Wednesday producing visible smoke in the valley. The Big Piney Ranger District will begin burning brush piles on the other side o
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YNP kills nuisance wolf (May 20, 2009)
In Yellowstone National Park
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
The Yellowstone National Park wolf that has chased bicyclists and a motorcyclist in the park was killed by park staff on Tuesday.
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BLM to extend Special Fee Incentive for Wild Horse Adoption (May 20, 2009)
Adopt a wild horse for $25!
by Bureau of Land Management
In response to public interest, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Rock Springs Field Office announced today that it will continue to offer mares for adoption at the special incentive fee of $25 each through May 31.
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Wind River Sunrise (May 20, 2009)
Karen Almdale sent in this photo of the sunrise on Wednesday morning, May 20th. "...couldn't resist catching this gorgeous sunrise from my house this morning. WOW!"
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Living History Days May 19-21 (May 19, 2009)
The American Mountain Men at the Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale
by Pinedale Online!
Living History Days is an annual program held each May at the Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale. This year's program takes place May 19-21. Elementary school children and adults come from across western Wyoming to participate in this unique educational p
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Energy by Design (May 19, 2009)
The Nature Conservancy partners with Questar to balance energy and natural resources
by Questar media release
(Craig, Colorado) - The Nature Conservancy (the Conservancy) and Questar Market Resources (Questar) have formed an innovative collaboration in order to balance the dual purpose of energy development and natural resource conservation in the Hiawatha Region of
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UW brings Opera in the Gym to Pinedale Elementary (May 19, 2009)
by Pinedale Fine Arts Council
On Wednesday, May 13, students from the University of Wyoming music department visited Pinedale Elementary School to perform an opera version of the popular children’s book, "The Toughest Cowboy: Or How the West Was Won."
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Dig It! - Intensive Gardening - Part II (May 19, 2009)
More Produce in Less Space
by Sage and Snow Garden Club
Part 1 of this series of articles on intensive gardening covered planning and soil preparation. The practice of intensive gardening is not just for those with limited garden space; rather, an intensive garden concentrates your work efforts to create an ideal p
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Pinedale campgrounds opening Memorial Day weekend (May 18, 2009)
by Bridger-Teton National Forest
(Pinedale, Wyo). – The Pinedale Ranger District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest plans to open four campgrounds for the Memorial Day Weekend. Fremont Lake Campground will be open with full service, including drinking water. Narrows Campground will be ope
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M.S. Quilt Show in Big Piney (May 18, 2009)
Fundraiser for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The 5th Annual Fight Against MS Quilt Show was held on Friday and Saturday, May 15-16 at the Big Piney Annex. This was the 5th year for the quilt show which is a fundraiser for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
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Medical Clinics will be closed May 25 (May 18, 2009)
by Sublette County Rural Health Care District
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC: The Pinedale Clinic and the Marbleton-Big Piney Clinic will be closed Monday, May 25, 2009 for Memorial Day. Emergency services will be available by dialing 911.
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In memoriam – Gordon Johnston (May 18, 2009)
by Sublette County
Sublette County Commissioners John Linn and Joel Bousman met for a business session Monday, May 18, with Commission Chairman Bill Cramer absent. Commission Vice Chairman Linn suggested the commission send a letter expressing condolences to the family of the la
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Serese Kudar earns EcoBroker certification (May 18, 2009)
‘Green’ real estate
by ECOBROKER® International, Inc. media release
(Pinedale) – Serese Kudar, of Contour Investment Properties of Jackson and Pinedale has earned the EcoBroker® certified designation as an educational curriculum through the Association of Energy and Environmental Real Estate Professionals. Kudar joins the move
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Audubon Wyoming protests BLM mineral lease sales (May 18, 2009)
Says agency violates Federal law and fails to consider impacts to sage-grouse core areas
by Audubon Wyoming media release
(Laramie, WY) - Audubon Wyoming and the National Audubon Society filed a protest today (Monday, May 18, 2009) of 29 parcels comprising 26,091 acres of public lands within identified Sage-grouse core population areas ("core areas.") The parcels are scattered o
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Cartwheels, crab walks & walk overs (May 17, 2009)
by Janet Montgomery
Parents and friends were treated to a display of skill and flexibility Friday night with the Pinedale Aquatic Center’s Gymnastic participants standing on their heads, crab walking and cartwheeling through the gym.
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Community Clean Up Day (May 17, 2009)
by Pam McCulloch
Community Clean Up Day and Environmental Fair was held Saturday, May 16 around Pinedale. Community members covered the North end of the county and picked up trash. Free breakfast was served by Kiwanis Club, and the Lions Club provided a free barbeque lunch a
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Sublette County #1 Spring Band Concert (May 16, 2009)
by Pam McCulloch
The Pinedale Band held their annual Spring concert Monday, May 11th, in the Pinedale Auditorium. 5th through 12 grade played in the concert. The bands are under the direction of Craig Sheppard.
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Pinedale P&Z ‘Big Box Stores’ Planning Workshop May 18 (May 14, 2009)
The Town of Pinedale Planning & Zoning Commission will be hosting a series of workshops as part of the zoning and land development ordinance update. The workshops will be held on the second Monday of each month. The workshops will include a presentation and al
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May snowshoe hike to Mt. Baldy (May 13, 2009)
It’s still winter in the Bridger Wilderness of the Wind River Range
May snowshoe hike to Mt. Baldy Hank Williams and his friend, Aaron Deschu, did a mountain snowshoe hike to Mt. Baldy last weekend. Here is his report: "We left this past Saturday and returned on Monday, camping at Pole Creek Lake. We did the trip on snowshoes
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Soda Lake (May 13, 2009)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Soda Lake opened for fishing on May 10th. The ice is off the lake and there are only a couple small patches of snow in places on the banks. The road in is dry and the view of Fremont Peak and the Wind River Range is stunning with the white snow. We haven't hea
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Big Piney-Marbleton Election Results (May 13, 2009)
Municipal elections for mayor and town council seats
Big Piney and Marbleton held their municipal elections on Tuesday, May 12th. Both towns were electing a new mayor and filling two town council seats.
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Pinedale Town Council meeting May 13 (May 13, 2009)
Change from normal meeting date
The dates for the Pinedale Town Council meetings in May have changed from the regular schedule. There will be a meeting on Wednesday, May 13th at 5:30 PM, and the second meeting will be Tuesday, May 26th at 5:30 PM.
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Funeral Service for Don Calhoun May 16 (May 12, 2009)
by Covill Funeral Home
Don Calhoun, 61, of Daniel, Wyoming, passed away Monday morning, May 11, 2009, of natural causes. A graveside funeral service will be held Saturday, May 16th at 10:00 a.m. at the Plainview Cemetery in Big Piney. A viewing will take place Friday evening, May 15
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EnCana awards high school scholarship to Pinedale student (May 12, 2009)
Luke Egle, Pinedale High School senior
by EnCana Oil and Gas (USA) Inc.
(Pinedale) – In an effort to give local youth the opportunity to continue a higher education and expand Wyoming’s workforce, EnCana Oil and Gas (USA) Inc. awarded a scholarship to Luke Egle of Pinedale High School. Egle’s exceptional scholastic achievement, st
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MS Quilt Show in Big Piney May 15-16 (May 12, 2009)
by Lynda Leeper
The 5th Annual Fight Against MS Quilt Show will be Friday and Saturday, May 15-16 at the Big Piney Annex. Times are Friday, May 15, from 1:00 – 6:00 pm and Saturday, May 16, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Free-will donations would be greatly appreciated.
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The Best of Sublette County 2009 (May 12, 2009)
Survey wants residents to highlights what’s ‘best’ about living here
The Green River Valley Land Trust, Sublette County Chamber of Commerce and Sublette Examiner are sponsoring a survey to determine what people like about Sublette County. The survey will appear in the Sublette Examiner newspaper over the next three weeks. Below
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Governor Freudenthal opposes NREPA (May 12, 2009)
by Governor Freudenthal's office
(Cheyenne) – Gov. Dave Freudenthal expressed his "unequivocal opposition" today to a proposed federal bill known as the Northern Rockies Ecosystem Protection Act.
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Wyoming’s Top Youth Volunteers in D.C. (May 12, 2009)
Anna Shafer of Big Piney honored
by Senator Barrasso’s office
(Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R- Wyo.) congratulated Wyoming’s top student volunteers for outstanding service to their communities. Anna Shafer, 18, of Big Piney, and Morgan Mariner, 13, of Douglas, were named Wyoming’s 2009 Spirit of Commun
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Update on Pinedale Elementary School air quality (May 12, 2009)
by Sublette County School District #1
Sublette County School District #1 Superintendent Doris Woodbury issued the following media release today (Tuesday, May 12) with an update on air quality at Pinedale Elementary School:
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Wolf rhetoric remains (May 11, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
The Idaho Statesman takes a look at how the wolf debate has changed, but the
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Predators alter cattle behavior (May 11, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
A new paper in the journal Behavioural Processes examines cattle response to predator stimuli. With the research conducted by B. Kluever, L. Howery, S. Breck, and D. Bergman, here's the abstract to the paper:
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Mother's Day Outing (May 10, 2009)
by Dave Bell
Dave Bell’s family enjoyed Mother’s Day by exploring the Big Sandy area and south along the Lander Cut-off of the Oregon Trail (which runs through Sublette County). "The snow is disappearing slowly. The warm temperatures and sunshine of Mothers Day didn't hurt
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Men’s Cook-off and Redneck Ball (May 11, 2009)
Benefit for A Woman's Work
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
A Woman’s Work (AWW) held their 1st Annual Men’s Cook-off and Redneck Ball at the Sublette County Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 9th. Men showed off their culinary skills to help raise money and awareness for the organization. The public paid $20 for entrance a
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Pinedale schools ready in event of contagious virus (May 11, 2009)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Sublette County School District #1 has implemented administrative procedures so they are prepared in the event of the spread of a contagious virus. Sublette County School District Superintendent Doris Woodbury stated in a press conference last week, "We have a
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Spring Choir Concert (May 10, 2009)
Pinedale Schools
by Pam McCulloch
On Tuesday, May 5th, the Pinedale 5th/6th Grade, Middle School and High School Choirs performed their annual Spring Concert. Gena Anderson directed the choirs and accompanist were Lynda Silvey, JJ Huntley, and Kathryn Konicek.
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Pipeline Proposal needs to stay Pipe Dream (May 10, 2009)
Proposed 560-mile pipeline would draw 250,000 acre-feet of water annually from the Green River to deliver to Colorado front range
by Guest Opinion: Mac Blewer, Audubon Wyoming
As Mark Twain once penned, "whiskey is for drinking, water is for fighting over." That sentiment has never been truer than in the American West where water wars have been erupting since settlers were lured here by famed politician and journalist Horace Greele
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Senior Senior Prom May 23 (May 10, 2009)
At Rendezvous Pointe
Rendezvous Pointe will be hosting their Senior Senior Prom Spring Fling on Saturday, May 23rd. The fun starts at 7:00 PM, and will feature music from the Big Band era. Darrell Schoppa will DJ a variety of music. This prom is for people age 50 and over (your da
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Unknown cause sickens Pinedale elementary students (Original post May 8, 2009 | Updated May 10, 2009)
School evacuated and closed as officials try to determine the cause
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Editor's Update Sunday, May 10, 2009: Sublette County School District #1 Superintendent Doris Woodbury reports that Pinedale Elementary has been cleared to reopen for normal class schedule on Monday. No cause has been determined for the illnesses on Friday.
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Pinedale Elementary School Evacuated (May 8, 2009)
Unknown cause sickens 37 children and 2 adults
by Sublette County School District #1
12:00 PM, Friday, May 8, media release from Sublette County School District #1:
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There’s still great spring skiing at White Pine! (May 7, 2009)
White Pine eyes opening for spring skiing for 3 weekends
White Pine Ski Area says they still have "tons of snow and the spring skiing has been excellent!" The resort plans to run their lifts a little while longer, temperatures and snow permitting, for a spring skiing season that could last the next three weekends i
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Dave Bell Photography Show/Exhibit May 21-June 3 (May 7, 2009)
50 Framed photographs on display at Rendezvous Pointe in Pinedale - Reception May 21st
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Local photographer Dave Bell will have his first Photography Show/ Exhibit from Thursday, May 21st through Wednesday, June 3rd at Rendezvous Pointe in Pinedale. Dave will have 50 of his photos framed and on display throughout Rendezvous Pointe during the two w
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Update on the Western Wyoming Multiple Use Coalition (May 7, 2009)
Group recently formed to oppose HR980-Northern Rockies Ecosystem Protection Act (NREPA)
by Kent Price
The WWMC met last on Tuesday, May 5th, and drafted a mission statement and a core values list for the coalition. Officers were elected and future actions based on the outcome of the HR 980 committee’s meeting were discussed along with other long term goals.
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Delegation continues fight for Wyoming AML money (May 7, 2009)
Obama proposes cutting $142 million of Abandoned Mine Land (AML) payments owed to states
by News from Congress: Senator Mike Enzi, Representative Cynthia Lummis, Senator John Barrasso media release
(Washington, D.C.) - The Wyoming delegation, Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso and Representative Cynthia Lummis, all R-Wyo., reiterated their commitment to ensure that a proposal from President Obama to eliminate all future payments to certified states fro
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Montana wolf reports (May 7, 2009)
by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks
With the recent federal delisting of the Rocky Mountain gray wolf in Montana, state wildlife officials affirmed that a weekly online report will continue to chronicle Montana’s wolf management efforts.
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Wolf litigation discussed (May 7, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
The Jackson Hole News and Guide has an interesting article this week that "Wolf delisting might hinder Wyoming ranchers." The interesting part is where attorneys for the Natural Resources Defense Council and Earthjustice claim that wolf delisting in Montana an
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Oregon wolf collared (May 7, 2009)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
A young wolf has been radio-collared in eastern Oregon after preying on livestock last month.
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Wolves den at Mammoth (May 7, 2009)
Yellowstone National Park
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
National Park Service officials are getting to see wolves on a daily basis now that a wolf pack has taken up residence just outside Mammoth, Yellowstone National Park's headquarters. Click on the link below to read the article.
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Wolves delisted in Idaho, Montana (May 7, 2009)
by Idaho Department of Fish and Game
The federal rule that removes gray wolves in Idaho from the endangered species list became final on Monday, May 4.
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Pinedale Little League Baseball Registration May 15 (May 6, 2009)
There will be registration for Pinedale Little League Baseball on Friday, May 15th at the Pinedale Aquatic Center from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information contact Shelly Williams, 307-367-3671, e-mail jspdw_williams@yahoo.com
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Lummis to East Coast Politicians: Don’t Mess With the West (May 6, 2009)
Wyoming Congressman Opposed to Massive Wilderness Bill (H.R. 980-NREPA)
by U.S. Representative Cynthia Lummis media release
(Washington D.C.) – U.S. Representative Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., is fighting against efforts by east coast politicians and extreme environmentalists to lock up more than 24 million acres of land in Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.
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1800s Indian-Overland Migrant economic interactions talk May 14 (May 6, 2009)
Green River Valley Museum presentation
Special guest speaker William Bauer explores the interaction between American Indians and overland migrants during the mid-1800s at a program on Thursday, May 14th, at the Green River Valley Museum in Big Piney. Bauer's talk, "Buying, Selling and Trading in In
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Local Drug Court Graduation/Commencement Ceremony May 15 (May 6, 2009)
Celebrates ‘National Drug Court Month’
by Sublette County Treatment Court
In celebration of "National Drug Court Month," the Sublette County Treatment Court will hold a graduation ceremony on Friday, 15 May 2009 in the District Courtroom at noon. This is the court’s 3rd ceremony since its reorganization during the summer of 2007. T
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Environmental groups offers guide to Pinedale Anticline (May 6, 2009)
A checklist of commitments in the Anticline Record of Decision
by Citizens United for Responsible Energy Development (CURED) and the Upper Green River Valley Coalition joint media release
Citizens United for Responsible Energy Development (CURED) and the Upper Green River Valley Coalition announce "A Citizens’ Guide to the Pinedale Anticline."
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Hampton Inn to open May 15 (May 6, 2009)
Pinedale’s newest hotel
The official opening of the new Hampton Inn and Suites in Pinedale will be on Friday, May 15th at 9:00 am. Everyone is invited, and light refreshments will be served. The new three-story hotel is located at 55 Bloomfield Avenue, on the north side of US 191 on
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‘What did you hear in the War, Daddy?’ - May 16th (May 6, 2009)
Songs and Stories from World War II – Dina Blade
"What did you hear in the War, Daddy?" is a lively presentation of American popular songs from World War Two. Costumed in military uniforms reminiscent of a WW II USO show, songstress Dina Blade, vocalist from Seattle, Washington, and pianist/vocalist Hans Bre
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PAWG Task Group meetings scheduled for May 22 and June 4 (May 6, 2009)
Pinedale Anticline Working Group Wildlife & Air Quality Task Group meetings
by Bureau of Land Management
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Pinedale Field Office will host two Pinedale Anticline Working Group (PAWG) Task Group meetings at the Pinedale Field Office at 1625 West Pine in Pinedale, Wyo.
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WY counties will take tax revenue hit in 2010, Director says (May 6, 2009)
WY Dept of Revenue expects drastic reductions in severance and ad valorem mineral tax revenues
by Wyoming Department of Revenue
(Cheyenne) - The Wyoming Department of Revenue (DOR) announced today that it expects drastic reductions in severance tax and ad valorem mineral tax revenues as a result of the dramatic decline in oil and natural gas prices.
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Chamber Mixer May 14 (May 6, 2009)
At the Sublette Center in Pinedale
by Sublette County Chamber of Commerce
Please join the Sublette County Chamber of Commerce and the Sublette Center for the May Chamber Mixer on Thursday, May 14th. The Mixer will take place in the Heritage Room of the Sublette Center, 333 N. Bridger Avenue in Pinedale, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Appetiz
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More on NREPA wilderness expansion (May 5, 2009)
Northern Rockies Ecosystem Protection Act (H.R. 980)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Click here for a printable PDF of the written testimony statement Sublette County Commissioner Joel Bousman will make to the committee on Tuesday, May 5th. (10 pages, 130K PDF)
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No swine illnesses in Wyoming or US (May 4, 2009)
Swine flu update
by Wyoming Livestock Board
The Wyoming Livestock Board would like to announce there have been no reports of illness in swine in Wyoming or the United States relating to the recent influenza outbreaks. Dr. Walter Cook, Wyoming State Veterinarian has spoken with the large swine operations
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Wyoming.com reports phishing attack (May 4, 2009)
Internet service provider Wyoming.com sent out a message recently to their customers warning of a phishing attack against their e-mail users from sources in China. The email claims that Wyoming.com mail accounts are being deactivated and customers need to resp
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Wyoming’s 2009 Junior Duck Stamp winners to be exhibited (May 4, 2009)
8-year old Pinedale student wins 2009 Betty Nelson Artistic Promise Award for best art in the youngest age group
by National Museum of Wildlife Art
(Jackson Hole) — On Saturday, May 2 through Sunday, August 23, 2009 the National Museum of Wildlife Art will display the winning entries in the 2009 Wyoming Federal Junior Duck Stamp Contest.
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Sublette County Treatment Court honors Program Graduates May 15th (May 3, 2009)
by Sublette County Treatment Court
Sublette County Treatment Court is honored to announce the graduation of two Treatment Court participants in conjunction with "National Drug Court Month," the annual celebration of the growing drug court system in the United States and around the world, in the
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UNC/Greeley Jazz Festival (May 3, 2009)
by Sublette County School District #1
The Pinedale High School Jazz Band traveled to Greeley, Colorado last week to participate in the 39th annual UNC/Greeley Jazz Festival. This festival, put on by University of Northern Colorado and the city of Greeley, is the largest event of its kind in the n
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SAFV Task Force Spring Luncheon May 11 (May 3, 2009)
The Sublette County SAFV Task Force is hosting its Annual Spring Luncheon on Monday, May 11, 2009 from 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. at Café on Pine, 27 E. Pine St., in Pinedale. Sponsored by Sexual Assault and Family Violence Task Force (SAFV).
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Ticks are out (May 3, 2009)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
One of the more unpleasant aspects of recreating outdoors is finding a tick on your person after getting home. These tiny bugs can transmit diseases to animals and humans, so it is important to inspect for them and remove them as soon as possible.
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Desert Drive (May 3, 2009)
Spring Drive around LaBarge
by Dave Bell
Dave Bell escaped into some sunshine and warmer temperatures with a trip to LaBarge area on Sunday touring through some very diverse desert scenery with magnificant vistas. Click on this link to see the photos from his outing: Desert Drive (12 pictures)
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Practice, practice, practice (May 3, 2009)
'The Lion who Lost his Roar'
by Janet Montgomery
A room full of middle school kids read aloud their scripts recently as they prepared for the upcoming production of "The Lion who Lost his Roar," which will take to the stage with a public presentation on Thursday, May 28 at 7 p.m.
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High School Rodeo (May 2, 2009)
Rock Springs High School Rodeo
by Carie Whitman
The Rock Springs High School Rodeo was held at the Sweetwater Events Complex April 25th & 26th. Big Piney, Pinedale and LaBarge were all represented by some great cowgirls and cowboys.
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Preventing the Flu (May 2, 2009)
Good Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs – Tips from Sublette County Public Health
by Sublette County Public Health
Sublette County Public Health officials are keeping updated about a new influenza virus of swine origin that can spread from person to person. For a number of years planning has taken place at the local level on how to deal with a major flu outbreak. Current
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New NREPA Map (May 2, 2009)
Shows timber harvest, acres for summer and winter recreation
The Sublette County Commissioners have released a new map by the Ecosystem Research Group showing impacts of the Northern Rockies Ecosystem Preservation Act (NREPA H.B. 980).
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Webcast of NREPA H.B. 980 Hearing May 5th (May 2, 2009)
Listen to the live proceedings
H.R. 980, the Northern Rockies Ecosystem Protection Act, is scheduled for hearings in the House Resources Committee in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, May 5th at 2:00 PM.
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Kid’s playgroup for kids newborn to 12 years (May 1, 2009)
Pinedale Pitter Patter Playgroup
Do you have a child newborn to 12 years of age? Have you been looking for something exciting to do with your children? Are you new to the area and want to meet new families? Heather Hankins has been searching for a playgroup for her 3-year old son to socialize
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Dig It! - Intensive Gardening for More Produce in Less Space (May 1, 2009)
Part 2
by Sage & Snow Garden Club
Part 1 of this series of articles on intensive gardening covered planning and soil preparation. The practice of intensive gardening is not just for those with limited garden space; rather, an intensive garden concentrates your work efforts to create an ideal p
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Pinedale Community Clean-Up Day & Environmental Fair May 16 (May 1, 2009)
by Sublette County Chamber of Commerce
The Pinedale Community Clean-Up Day and Environmental Fair will be held on Saturday, May 16th. Registration and sign up begins at 8:00 am at Rendezvous Pointe in Pinedale. Participants are invited to the free hot breakfast, served starting at 8:00 am by the Ki
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