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Nordic ski trail grooming report – November 30, 2014 (November 30, 2014)
Report courtesy of Mike Looney, Groomer
Sunday, November 30, 10:00AM report: 24 degrees at Kelly Park, sunny, no wind, about 1 inch fresh snow. Kelly Park, Moose Ridge, Surveyor Park and Old Road Trail all groomed for classic and skating. Kelly Tie-in and Lower Surveyor are both flat groomed. Lower
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BLM employees recognized for Outstanding Public Engagement (November 28, 2014)
by Bureau of Land Management
In recognition of their exceptional work to enhance public appreciation of our public lands, two Bureau of Land Management (BLM) employees were honored with the BLM’s "Excellence in Interpretation or Education" Awards.
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Pinedale Community Theatre announces new musical for 2015 (November 27, 2014)
‘Oklahoma’ will be performed next fall
by Pinedale Community Theatre
Valerie Lee, Pinedale Community Theatre’s Managing Director, announce to a packed house at Saturday night’s ‘Pinedale Sings the Best of Broadway’ fundraising concert that Oklahoma is the musical production Pinedale Community Theatre (PCT) will mount next Novem
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Nordic ski trail grooming report – November 27, 2014 (November 27, 2014)
Report courtesy of Mike Looney, Groomer
Thursday, November 27, 9:30AM report: 25 degrees, overcast. Kelly Park, Upper Surveyor, Moose Ridge, and Old Road Trail all groomed for classic and skating. Should be good skiing. Watch for wildlife – lot of moose and deer in the area. Still lots of obstacles
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Collision on icy roads kills Pinedale man (November 26, 2014)
Terry Lowen victim of two-vehicle accident north of Pinedale
by Wyoming Highway Patrol
A two vehicle crash on Tuesday, November 25th resulted in the death of 61-year old Terry E. Lowen of Pinedale, Wyoming. The crash occurred at 5:35 p.m. at mile post 104 on US 191 approximately two miles north of Pinedale.
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Nordic ski trail grooming report – November 26, 2014 (November 26, 2014)
Report courtesy of Mike Looney, Groomer
Wednesday, November 26, 10:30AM report: 8" of new, heavy, wet snow overnight. Blustery, still snowing a bit, but can see blue sky. 32 degrees. Kelly Park, Tree Loop, Surveyor Park, Moose Ridge, and Old Road Trail all groomed for classic and skating. Kelly Tie-
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Obama administration proposes ‘most expensive regulation ever’ (November 26, 2014)
Barrasso statement on EPA’s proposed Ozone rule
by Senator Barrasso media release
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today (Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014), U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed ozone regulation:
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Help and support available for family caregivers (November 25, 2014)
by Wyoming Department of Health
Wyoming residents caring for family members or friends on an ongoing basis who find they could use a little help in meeting their challenges are asked to consider a program offered through the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH).
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Wyoming Sage Grouse populations trending upward (November 25, 2014)
by Wyoming Game & Fish
When the federal government called for information on sage grouse conservation efforts nationwide Wyoming responded with thousands of documents. The data from Wyoming show that at this time population declines and habitat loss have largely stopped in this stat
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Opening on Pinedale Planning & Zoning board (November 25, 2014)
The Pinedale Town of Pinedale has an opening on their Planning & Zoning board. Anyone who is interested in serving on this volunteer board can call the Pinedale Town Hall for more information, 307-367-4136.
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November photos (November 25, 2014)
Pictures by Dave Bell
Dave Bell posted a photo gallery of sunsets, bighorn sheep and other sights for the first half of November. Click on this link for his pictures: Dave Bell Photo Gallery
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UW Seeks Better Brucellosis Vaccine (November 25, 2014)
by University of Wyoming Extension
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources scientists at the University of Wyoming are hopeful their brucellosis studies may produce a better vaccine for livestock and are studying whether a change in vaccination procedures could offer better control.
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Nordic ski trail grooming report – November 24, 2014 (November 24, 2014)
Report courtesy of Mike Looney, Groomer
Monday, November 24, 11:00AM report: Blue sky, was breezy earlier but calmer now. 32 degrees. Road being plowed now, mostly snow-packed with patches of ice. Surveyor Park, Moose Ridge and most of Old Road Trail groomed with both skate and classic track. Tree L
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Update on QEP spill (November 24, 2014)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Casper Star-Tribune posted a story with updated information on the produced water spill that occurred near Pinedale on October 26th. The story states the amount of the spill was 500 barrels and that the company will enter the states Voluntary Remediation P
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McDonald changes plea to Guilty to attacks on 3 Pinedale women (November 21, 2014)
Assaults in 2010, 2012 and 2014 where assailant entered homes and viciously beat women while they slept
by Pinedale Online
Brian James McDonald appeared in District Court in Pinedale on Thursday, November 20th for a Change of Plea hearing. An agreement was reached between McDonald and the Sublette County Prosecuting Attorney’s office on October 31st in which he agreed to plead gu
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‘Pinedale Sings the Best of Broadway’ Nov. 22 (November 21, 2014)
There’s still time to get tickets for the upcoming performance of the Pinedale Community Theatre show, "Pinedale Sings the Best of Broadway’ which will be performed on Saturday, November 22nd in the Lovatt Room of the Pinedale Library. The performance is a mus
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New senior independent living community opens in Pinedale (November 21, 2014)
Aspen Grove opens as part of the Sublette Center senior complex
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Aspen Grove, the newest Independent Living Community in Sublette County held their Grand Opening and ribbon cutting ceremony the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 19th. Guests were treated to a nice meal and beverages. Part way into the evening, everyone went outside
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Ribbon Cutting for ‘The Garage’ Nov. 21 (November 20, 2014)
Cozy Decor and Floral Trends
The Sublette County Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to a Ribbon Cutting ceremony for "The Garage," the new store for Cozy Decor and Floral Trends in Pinedale. They have been spending months fixing up the building to get it ready to open. They are now acro
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Community Pet Food Drive Nov. 22 – Dec. 20 (November 20, 2014)
Help prevent pets from becoming homeless by providing pet food to struggling families
Happy Endings Animal Rescue (H.E.A.R.) in Pinedale is holding a Community Pet Food Drive seeking pet food donations they can provide to struggling families so they are able to keep their pets. When times get tough for families, pets are often sadly turned over
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H.E.A.R. Adoption Day Nov. 22 (November 20, 2014)
Give a homeless pet a new forever home
Happy Endings Animal Rescue will be holding an "Adoption Day" on Saturday, November 22nd. Adopt a new member into the family! From 11AM to 2PM at Creature Comforts Pet Shop in Pinedale, 269 Cole. For more information call 307-367-6622.
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Visit with Santa at the Hampton Inn in Pinedale Dec. 13 (November 20, 2014)
Everyone invited to come to the Hampton Inn in Pinedale on Saturday, December 13th for free photos with Santa from 9-11AM. Light refreshments will be served, gifts, family fun. Silent auction items and donations to benefit the Food Basket and the Jackson Thorn
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ALCO to liquidate assets (November 19, 2014)
by Pinedale Online!
ALCO stores will begin their "going out of business" process as of today’s word from the bankruptcy court that their assets have been purchased by their stalking horse liquidator. The company, ALCO Stores Inc, filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy on October 12th.
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Court decision expected soon on ALCO bankruptcy (November 18, 2014)
by Pinedale Online!
News is expected soon from the court on how discount retailer ALCO Stores Inc will be allowed to proceed with their financial reorganization after filing for bankruptcy protection from creditors on October 12th. The company has a chain of 198 stores and about
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Nordic ski trail grooming report – November 18, 2014 (November 18, 2014)
Report courtesy of Mike Looney, Groomer
Tuesday, November 18, 8:00AM report: There is a nicely groomed ski trail in Surveyor Park. Mostly flat groomed, some classic track. Use caution, coverage is thin. Recommend using your old skis. Also, not much padding on the sides to cushion falls. Some sectio
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Holiday Art Show during December at the Pinedale Library (November 17, 2014)
Meet the artists on Saturday, December 13th
A group of Sublette County artists are organizing a Holiday Art Show at the Pinedale Library which will be on display through December. The show will feature paintings and pottery, many of which will be on sale for holiday gift-giving. Smaller sized, less expe
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Halliburton to buy Baker-Hughes for $34.6 billion (November 17, 2014)
If approved by regulators, deal would close in late 2015
by Pinedale Online!
Halliburton (HAL), the second-largest oil services provider in the United States, said on Monday (Nov. 17, 2014) it would acquire its smaller rival Baker Hughes (BHI) in a deal valued at $34.6 billion. The two firms will combine forces in a stock-and-cash deal
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Holiday shopping in Pinedale (Original post November 16, 2014 \ Updated December 11, 2014)
Photo tour of local stores for gift ideas
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Editor's note, 12/11/14: We've added one more store tour to this story. 'The Garage' wasn't quite open when we did the original round of store tours. They had their grand opening in late November. We went back once they were officially open and settled in to t
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Kails to give archaeology talk on Nov. 18th (November 16, 2014)
by Upper Green River Basin Chapter Wyoming Archaeological Society
Everyone is invited to come listen to a presentation by Carmel and Richard Kail, of Kail Consulting Ltd., about their experiences as archeological contractors working on several Indian Reservations. They will also give an overview of bison drive lines (aka dr
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Unique holiday gift ideas in Pinedale (November 16, 2014)
Local shops have lots of unique items for everyone on your holiday gift list
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Each year we enjoy going through local shops in Pinedale and seeing what gems we can find that might make unique and fun gift ideas for the holiday season. Many of these businesses will be open late and having Open Houses on Saturday, December 13th for the Sub
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More holiday gift ideas (November 16, 2014)
Home decor, flowers & plants, local-made arts and crafts, home-town sports and Wyoming spirit, pets and gifts for your pet, more!
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
This is a continuation of our tour of local Pinedale businesses to find unique items as suggestions for holiday gift-giving. This story features Creature Comforts Pet Shop, Unique Finds and Home Designs, Pine Street Floral, Altitude Drug, Heritage Quilts and F
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Shop Pinedale (November 16, 2014)
Electronics, Outdoor Gear, Clothing, Unique Gifts, more
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online
This is a continuation of our tour of local Pinedale businesses to find unique items as suggestions for holiday gift-giving. This story highlights Wyoming Wireless, the Great Outdoor Shop, Two Rivers Emporium, Rocky Mountain Home Center, and JAKs Salon & Bouti
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Art Reception for Debbee Woyciesjes Nov. 18 (November 15, 2014)
Everyone is invited to an Art Reception for Debbee Woyciesjes on Tuesday, November 18th at Rock Rabbit in Pinedale. Her photography and poetry show is titled "From Me To You." Informal reception, stop by anytime after 6:30PM. It’s also open mic night, so there
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Bridger-Teton National Forest selling Christmas tree permits (November 13, 2014)
by Bridger-Teton National Forest
The Bridger-Teton National Forest is selling of Christmas tree permits from any of the Bridger-Teton National Forest District Offices which include the Kemmerer, Big Piney, Pinedale, Greys River (Afton), and Blackrock Ranger Stations.
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Free soil testing for Sublette County residents (November 13, 2014)
Attention all you garden enthusiasts out there! The Sublette County Conservation District is offering free soil testing. You can buy the most attractive plants or order the best seeds, but if the soil lacks the proper nutrition or the proper quality, they won’
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Pinedale Turkey Trot 5000 Nov. 27th (November 13, 2014)
3-mile fun run, walk or trot on Thanksgiving morning
Don't miss the 24th running of the Pinedale Turkey Trot 5000 to be held Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27th, starting at the Sheppard's house, 22 Sportsmans Loop.
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Unusual cloud (November 12, 2014)
An atomic bomb exploded behind Ridley's in Pinedale on Wednesday afternoon... no, just a very unusual, attention-getting cloud!
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Veteran's Day Observance in Pinedale (November 12, 2014)
American Legion Post 47 and VFW Post 4801 and their Auxiliaries hosted the Veteran’s Day observance at the Pinedale High School auditorium on Tuesday, November 11th. Pictured above, the Pinedale High School Choir, left in black robes, provided musical selecti
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High stress in heavily hunted wolves (November 12, 2014)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
A new research paper reports on the results of an examination of stress and reproductive hormone levels in hunted populations of wolves in northern Canada. The paper, "Heavily hunted wolves have higher stress and reproductive steroids than wolves with lower hu
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Mexican Wolf lawsuit filed (November 12, 2014)
by Center For Biological Diversity press release
A coalition of wolf conservation groups, environmental organizations and a retired federal wolf biologist sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today for repeated failures over the last 38 years to develop a valid recovery plan for the imperiled Mexican gray
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Big Packs, Bigger Game (November 12, 2014)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
Researchers at Utah State University published a new paper indicating that wolf pack size may influence what prey is targeted. Smaller packs of 2-6 wolves are successful at taking down elk, but bigger packs (9-13 wolves) turn to bison as prey. Elk are much sma
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Fungus affects New Fork Brown Trout (November 12, 2014)
by Wyoming Game and Fish
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has received a number of reports from anglers noticing sick or dead brown trout in the New Fork River south of Pinedale recently.
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WYDOT 2015 STIP available (November 12, 2014)
by Wyoming Department of Transportation
WYDOT's State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for 2015 is available for viewing.
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‘The Tasting’ Nov. 14 (November 12, 2014)
Fundraiser for Soroptimist of Sublette County’s assistance to women betterment
Everyone is invited to ‘The Tasting,’ featuring the annual Grape Stomp, an evening of specialty wine and beer tastings complimented with hors d'oeuvre, refreshments, a grape stomp, and music. It will be on Friday, November 14th from 5pm to 8pm in the Lovatt R
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Veteran's Day snow (November 11, 2014)
Pinedale woke up to nearly six inches of new snow on the ground on Tuesday, November 11th, the first significant snow of the season.
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Memorial Celebration for Betsy Cavanagh Nov. 15th (November 11, 2014)
A Memorial Celebration will be held for Elizabeth "Betsy" Cavanagh on Saturday, November 15th at 1:00PM at the Pinedale High School Auditorium A lunch will follow at the Church of the Resurrection, 41 S Lake Ave. Betsy passed away on Saturday, November 8th i
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Pinedale Sporting Clay Assn Turkey Shoot Nov. 15th (November 11, 2014)
Pinedale Sporting Clay Association will host a Turkey Shoot on Saturday, November 15th at the Pinedale Industrial Park (below the Rifle Range). Start time is 11:00AM. Entry fee is $6. All ages and abilities welcome. Bring your own ammo. 5 Stand and Trap Shoot
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Leak cleanup continues (Original post November 10, 2014 | Updated November 23, 2014)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Editor' Note, Nov. 23, 2014 We've updated this story with a link to a story by the Casper Star-Tribune that has additional information. - Dawn Ballou, Editor, Pinedale Online!
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Pinedale Rifle & Pistol Club Turkey Shoot Nov. 22 (November 10, 2014)
The Pinedale Rifle & Pistol Club will host a Turkey Shoot on Saturday, November 22 at the Rifle Range at the Pinedale Industrial Park. There is a $5 entry fee. Practice and sight in from 9-10AM. The event starts at 10AM. There will be 22 Long Rifle Rimfire Rif
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Care-giving for Dementia Patients talk Nov. 13 (November 10, 2014)
RSVP by Nov. 10th
Sublette County Rural Health Care District and St. John’s Medical Center invite the public to a talk about "Care-giving for Dementia Patients" on Thursday, November 13th. Dr. Martha Stearn, Cognitive Health Specialist, will be the featured speaker. There will
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Turkey Shoot in LaBarge Nov. 15 (November 10, 2014)
The LaBarge Activities’ Committee is having a Turkey Shoot at the LaBarge Gravel Pit, which is located near the LaBarge Landfill, on Saturday, November 15th starting at 11AM. All ages are invited. There will be skeet and target shooting. Shells will be provide
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New Cowbelles cookbook available (November 10, 2014)
Favorite recipes of local ranch women
The Green River Valley Cowbelles have just finished their great new cookbook, "Cream of the Green," just in time for holiday cooking and gift giving for the cook in the family. The book contains favorite recipes by cattlewomen of the Upper Green River Valley.
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New predator book released (November 9, 2014)
'When Man Becomes Prey', by local author Cat Urbigkit
by Lyons Press media release
Lyons Press is proud to announce the release of When Man Becomes Prey: Fatal Encounters with North America’s Most Feared Predators, by Cat Urbigkit ($16.95, paperback).
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Wolves roaming Denmark (November 9, 2014)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
It has been reported that after a 200-year absence, wolves have been detected in Denmark. Although sightings of wolf packs have been reported, researchers have not been able to locate any resident female wolves or pups – yet.
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Predator Board to Meet (November 9, 2014)
by Cat Urbigkit
The Sublette County Predatory Animal Management Board will hold its annual meeting on Friday, December 12, 2014 at 1 p.m. in the commission meeting room of the Sublette County Courthouse in Pinedale. Directors representing livestock interests will be elected a
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Colder weather on the way (November 9, 2014)
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the northern and western mountains from 11PM Sunday, November 9th through 5AM Tuesday (Veteran’s Day). A cold front will bring snow to the north and west late Sunday evening and overnight. Commuters across north and c
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Veteran’s Day Observances Nov. 11th (November 7, 2014)
Tuesday, November 11th is Veteran’s Day. On this day we salute and honor the American veterans and active duty members of the military who have served, fought, and many who paid the ultimate price to protect our freedom and way of life. The American flag is fl
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Wolf News Roundup (November 7, 2014)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
Rich Landers of the Spokesman Review Outdoors Blog reports that a hunter "who took a shot at a wolf after being virtually surrounded by a pack" in northeastern Washington has been cleared of wrongdoing by state wildlife officials. State officials filed details
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Update on Sublette County election (November 7, 2014)
One change to previously reported results
The Sublette County Canvassing Board met on Thursday, November 6th to certify the election results in the county.
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Treats for Troops (November 7, 2014)
Have goodies to the Extension Office by Nov. 24th
by Robin Schamber
It's time for Treats for Troops again! Just in case you don't know, Treats for Troops is a county-wide program in which members of Sublette County 4-H bake, package, and ship cookies to the military in November. The organization tries to get the cookies to the
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Sublette County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet Nov. 15 (November 7, 2014)
The Sublette County Chamber of Commerce will host their Annual Banquet on Saturday, Nov. 15 starting at 6PM in the Lovatt Room of the Pinedale Library. Cost is $45.00 per person - limited ticket sales! Dinner catered by Daniel Junction; the Cash Bar catered b
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Bridger-Teton National Forest Avalanche Center upgrades services (November 6, 2014)
Operations supported by Recreational Trail Program Grants
by Bridger-Teton National Forest Avalanche Center
JACKSON, WYOMING – The Bridger-Teton National Forest Avalanche Center was able to perform essential upgrades this year to the local avalanche hazard forecast program by receiving three Recreational Trail Program (RTP) grants. These grants will ensure the susta
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Beware of phone scam targeting utility customers (November 6, 2014)
by Rocky Mountain Power
Rocky Mountain Power is warning its customers and the public of a phone scam targeting its customers with criminals posing as utility customer service agents trying to get money and to steal personal information.
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Sublette County Canvassing Board to meet Nov. 6 (November 6, 2014)
To certify the election
The Sublette County Canvassing Board will meet Thursday, November 6, 2014, at 4:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room of the Sublette County Courthouse in Pinedale. All election results are unofficial until the Canvassing Board has certified the election.
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Assault victim sues SAFV for 2012 attack (November 3, 2014)
by Pinedale Online!
A woman who was brutally attacked while staying at the Sublette County Sexual Assault Family Violence (SAFV) house in Pinedale in 2012 is now suing the organization saying they failed to protect her from harm.
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Sublette Chamber warns of fraudulent advertising sales calls (November 3, 2014)
Misrepresentative claims by ‘Advertising To Go’ from Illinois
The Sublette County Chamber of Commerce wants to alert area businesses to a possible scam. Several local businesses have called with complaints about recent sales calls from a company called "Advertising To Go" which is claiming to have a contract and relation
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EMS Status Report update available (November 2, 2014)
The Sublette County Rural Health Care District has released its EMS Status Report detailing the last four years of statistical data. The report details funding and changes and enhancements in care and operations. Read the full report at
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2014 SCSSA Annual Ski & Gear Swap Nov. 8th (November 2, 2014)
Drop-off Nov. 7th
The annual Ski, Snowboard, and Winter Gear Swap is a great opportunity to get you and your family great deals on gear for the upcoming winter season and learn about the Sublette County Ski & Snowboard Association (SCSSA).
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Daylight Savings Time ends Nov. 2nd (November 1, 2014)
‘Spring forward - Fall back’
Daylight Savings Time ends at 2:00AM early on Sunday morning, November 2nd. Set your clocks BACK one hour before going to bed on Saturday night. Use this helpful phrase to help you remember which way to set your clocks in the spring and fall: "Spring forward -
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