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Roadside Geology Map available for Yellowstone National Park (March 31, 2022)
by U.S. Geological Society
Yellowstone became the world’s first national park in 1872. The unique geology found inside the park is a big attraction, bringing millions of tourists to Wyoming every year. However, the Cowboy State has plenty of other fascinating geology to see on the way t ... FULL STORY
Sublette Commissioners meeting April 5 (March 31, 2022)
In Pinedale
by Carrie Long, Sublette County Clerk
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ... FULL STORY
US Passports can now use X for gender marker (March 31, 2022)
"The U.S. State Department is now taking further steps toward demonstrating their commitment to better serve all U.S. citizens, regardless of gender identity," reads a statement on the U.S. Department of State website for passports. "You can now self-select th ... FULL STORY
(5 pictures) Wyoming reports 27,357 COVID-19 breakthrough cases (March 29, 2022)
2,934 more cases since February
by Pinedale Online!
On February 20, 2022, we posted a story that Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) reported the state had 24,423 breakthrough cases of COVID-19. Breakthrough cases are people who are fully vaccinated who have tested positive and confirmed to have been infected wi ... FULL STORY
(2 pictures) Industry leader says natural gas a large part of the solution to climate goals (March 29, 2022)
by Pinedale Online!
Fox Business News posted an article on March 28th featuring a company that does natural gas drilling and production in Sublette County, Wyoming. Paul Ulrich, Vice President of Jonah Energy, told Fox News, "The single largest misconception about natural gas is ... FULL STORY
COVID-19 vaccine bills being proposed in California (March 28, 2022)
Will be voted on soon
by Pinedale Online!
There is a suite of proposed new bills being proposed in California regarding COVID-19, vaccine mandates, and cracking down on ‘misinformation’ about the virus and the vaccine. These proposed bills will be voted on within the next couple of weeks. They are bei ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Sublette County Public Health Update: March 25, 2022 (March 28, 2022)
by Sublette County Public Health
Public Health continues to offer weekly COVID vaccine clinics for ages 5+ years. Pfizer, Peds Pfizer, and Moderna are offered at our weekly clinics. You are eligible for a booster 5 months after your last Pfizer or Moderna shot and 2 months after a J&J vaccine ... FULL STORY
Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 25, 2022 (March 25, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Friday, March 25, 2022, 10:30AM: Due to unseasonably warm temperatures, it is likely there will be no more grooming on the Nordic ski trails. If going to ski, come up early in the morning and be off the trails by 10AM. After that trails get soft and you’ll tea ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Sublette County Hospital District welcomes back Dr. Buck Wallace (March 24, 2022)
The Sublette County Hospital District has announced the return of Dr. Buck Wallace. He will serve as Emergency Services Medical Director. Dr. Wallace is a graduate of Stanford Medical School and is a board-certified Physician with a wealth of ER experience. ... FULL STORY
Wyoming Legislature update – March 24, 2022 (March 24, 2022)
by Albert Sommers, House District #20 Representative
3/24/2022 ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Albert Sommers announces intention to run for re-election to HD20 (March 24, 2022)
by Albert Sommers, House District #20 Representative
2022 Election Statement ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Closing Weekend at White Pine March 25-27 (March 23, 2022)
White Pine Ski Area’s last open weekend for the season will be March 25-27. They encourage everyone to come out wearing silly outfits. Lifts run from 9AM to 4PM. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Flag Half Staff Notice – Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright (March 23, 2022)
Immediately until sunset March 27, 2022
by Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon
CHEYENNE, WYOMING - Governor Mark Gordon, in accordance with President Biden’s directive, has ordered both the U.S. and State of Wyoming flag be flown at half-staff statewide immediately until sunset on Sunday, March 27 in honor of former Secretary of State Ma ... FULL STORY
Sublette County Hospital District Board Meeting March 23 (March 22, 2022)
The Sublette County Hospital District Board will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at 5:30PM in the Commissioners Meeting Room of the Sublette County Courthouse in Pinedale, Wyoming. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Livestock Depredation Meeting March 30 (March 22, 2022)
There will be a Livestock Depredation meeting on Wednesday, March 30th at 5:00PM at the Boulder Community Center. The purpose is to discuss predator issues and compensation. Livestock producers can learn more information on who to call and when, and what docum ... FULL STORY
Conservation Conversation March 23rd (March 22, 2022)
Looking back at catastrophic wildfires
The second 2022 Conservation Conversations presentation will take place Wednesday, March 23rd at the Sublette BOCES building from Noon-12:30pm. Free grab and go snacks will be provided for all attendees. This session will be "A look back at Catastrophic Wildfi ... FULL STORY
Jehovah's Witnesses in Pinedale returning to in-person meetings (March 22, 2022)
The Jehovah’s Witnesses report they will resume holding in-person meetings again beginning Friday, April 1st. This change comes after two years of worshiping together virtually. All congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses across the world are being encouraged to ... FULL STORY
Spring Health Fair Blood Draw in Marbleton April 12 & 13 (March 22, 2022)
Sublette County Public Health, in cooperation with Wyoming Health Fairs, is holding their Spring Health Fair Blood Draw in Marbleton on April 12th and 13th. The draw will be held at the Southwest Sublette County Pioneers Senior Center, 429 East 1st Street. Ap ... FULL STORY
Reports on spring sightings (Original post March 22, 2022 | Updated March 29, 2022)
Sandhill cranes, bluebirds and robins reported
by Dawn Ballou, Editor, Pinedale Online!
We always love hearing reports of when our spring wildlife return to the Upper Green River Valley. Buckrail.com in Jackson posted a story reporting a bluebird sighting in Yellowstone as of March 20th. We haven’t had a report or picture sent in of one seen here ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 21, 2022 (March 21, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Monday, March 21, 2022, 10:30AM: All trails above groomed this morning. 1-4 inches of new snow. 25F degrees. Beautiful day so far. Calm right now. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Wyoming’s average gas prices lower than national average (March 20, 2022)
by Pinedale Online!
As of Sunday, March 20, 2022, the average price for a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. was $4.255 per gallon, according to the AAA Gas Prices website (www.gasprices.aaa.com). The average price for a gallon of diesel was $5.052/gallon. ... FULL STORY
(3 pictures) Wyoming COVID-19 cases update (March 20, 2022)
Cases minimal in March 2022
by Pinedale Online!
The Wyoming Department of Health reports cases of COVID-19 have dropped significantly during February and March, 2022. According to their data, there have been 122,950 laboratory confirmed cases as of March 18, 2022. They report 121,159 cases recovered. That e ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Photo sessions for local veterans (March 20, 2022)
Pinedale Elementary is working on a display to honor local veterans. The school currently has two hallways featuring large photos of American history. They are hoping to add to it by including photos of local veterans. Blushing Crow Studio will be helping take ... FULL STORY
Pinedale Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt April 16 (March 17, 2022)
The Pinedale Lions Club will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt in Boyd Skinner Town Park in Pinedale on Saturday, April 16 at 10:00 AM sharp! Children from toddler through 5th grade are welcome to come and join in the fun. Don’t be late; you can’t hold back hu ... FULL STORY
PAC 2022 Summer EXPO May 4 (March 17, 2022)
The Pinedale Aquatic Center will host their 2022 SUMMER EXPO on Wednesday, May 4th, from 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm. They plan to host the expo outside if the weather is nice. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Phone System Upgrade - Request for Proposals (March 17, 2022)
by Town of Pinedale
The Town of Pinedale is requesting proposals to upgrade the Town's phone system to a Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) based system including an SIP provider, phones that include individual extensions and voicemail, upgrade to a fire code acceptable internet ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Fremont Lake Sign Printing - Request for Quotes (March 17, 2022)
by Town of Pinedale
The Town of Pinedale is requesting quotes for printing three double panel, single-sided signs, totaling six 41-inch square panels. Each pair of sign panels has a unique design to be printed on a high pressure laminate surface (or approved equal) that shall pr ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 17, 2022 (March 17, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Thursday, March 17, 2022, 10:45AM: All trails above groomed this morning including Elkhart Park Road, with the exception of Powerline, Flatline, Heart Attack and the new trail. Dusting of new snow this morning. 22F degrees and warming up fast. Recommend coming ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 15, 2022 (March 15, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Tuesday, March 15, 2022, 8:45AM: Flat groomed the CCC trails this morning. This is the last time for that area due to deer migration restrictions in that area. There are a lot of deer moving through. If you insist on going there, please control your dogs. Shou ... FULL STORY
Bears are emerging from hibernation in Grand Teton National Park (March 14, 2022)
by National Park Service – Grand Teton National Park
MOOSE, WYOMING—On Sunday, March 13, the first grizzly bear sighting of 2022 was reported in Grand Teton National Park. Now that bears are emerging from their dens, visitors and local communities are encouraged to secure attractants. ... FULL STORY
Art in the Winds exhibition at Pinedale Library March 31 (March 14, 2022)
The Opening Reception for Art in the Winds exhibition will be at the Sublette County Library, on Thursday, March 31st from 5-7:30PM. Co-op members will share works of photography, paintings, pottery, woodwork and more. Refreshments will be served, meet the ar ... FULL STORY
TOP accepting proposals for annual contracts for services (March 14, 2022)
by Town of Pinedale
The Town of Pinedale is currently accepting proposals for annual contracts for services. All proposals must be submitted either via email or in person at 69 Pinedale South Road by 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 21, 2022. All proposals must include a detailed budget ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) PFAC presents Aquila Theatre’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ March 23 (March 14, 2022)
by Pinedale Fine Arts Council
The Pinedale Fine Arts Council (PFAC) is proud to present Aquila Theatre’s production of The Great Gatsby Wednesday, March 23 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sheppard (Pinedale) Auditorium. ... FULL STORY
Governor Gordon rescinds Public Health Emergency (March 14, 2022)
by Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon
CHEYENNE, WYOMING – Governor Mark Gordon has signed an Executive Order rescinding the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. To facilitate efforts to address the state’s nursing shortage, the Governor has also signed an Executive Order to allow working nurses time ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 14, 2022 (March 14, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Monday, March 14, 2022, 10:45AM: All trails above groomed except for Heart Attack and Elkhart Park Road. 22F degrees and the sun is out. Have a good day. ... FULL STORY
(2 pictures) The Drift 100 Adventure Races March 11-13 (March 11, 2022)
Races take place Friday through Sunday, March 11-13th in Pinedale. The event includes a 13-mile half marathon, 28-mile marathon, 100-mile ultra marathon. Races take place on the Bridger-Teton and Shoshone National Forest. These are winter endurance races. ... FULL STORY
(4 pictures) Sublette County K9 Wojtek retires after nine years of service (March 11, 2022)
by Sublette County Sheriff’s Office
The Sublette County Sheriff’s Office is honored to announce the retirement of K9 Wojtek this week after nine years of working service with the Sublette County Sheriff’s Office, and The State of Wyoming. K9 Wojtek, a Belgian Malinois, was born in Poland in 201 ... FULL STORY
Public asked to fill out Community Health Needs Assessment Survey (March 11, 2022)
by Sublette County Hospital District
The Sublette County Hospital District is releasing a "Community Health Needs Assessment Survey." This is a way to gauge what Sublette County Residents would like to see for healthcare in their community. ... FULL STORY
Sublette County Hospital District Special Board Meeting March 15 (March 11, 2022)
Workshop for Strategic Planning
The Sublette County Hospital District Board will have a Special Meeting on Tuesday, March 15th at 2:00PM in the Sublette County Public Health conference room in Pinedale, Wyoming. The purpose of the workshop is to do strategic Planning. Agenda topic is SWOT (S ... FULL STORY
Wyoming Legislature update – March 10, 2022 (March 11, 2022)
by Albert Sommers, House District #20 Representative
3/10/2022 ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 11, 2022 (March 11, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Friday, March 11, 2022, 8:50AM: Old Road Trail, new trail, Half Moon Tie-in, Kelly Park, Kelly Tie-in, Lower Surveyor, Elkhart Park Road all groomed this morning. Most of the trails are in pretty good shape. -21F degrees in Surveyor Park this morning. -8F degr ... FULL STORY
What comes from a barrel of oil? (March 11, 2022)
by Pinedale Online!
After crude oil is removed from the ground, it is sent to a refinery where different parts of the crude oil are separated into useable petroleum products. A U.S 42-gallon barrel of crude oil yields about 45 gallons of petroleum products in U.S. refineries. Thi ... FULL STORY
2022 Mite/Mini Mite Hockey tourney in Pinedale March 11-13 (March 11, 2022)
22 hockey teams competing
The Sublette County Ice Arena is playing host to the 2022 Mite/Mini Mite Mountain Man Mayhem Spring Showdown on March 11-March 13, 2022. The hockey tournament consists of 22 6U/8U hockey teams. These are youth 6-8 years old. Games will begin at 6:20pm on Frida ... FULL STORY
Pinedale Municipal Election May 3, 2022 (March 11, 2022)
Filing deadline is April 1, 2022
The Town of Pinedale will hold a regular municipal election on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 in the commons of the Wrangler Gymnasium, located at 615 North Tyler Avenue in Pinedale, Wyoming. The purpose is the election of the following municipal officers: Mayor (four-y ... FULL STORY
Graveside Services for Robb Arthur March 14 (March 10, 2022)
James Robbin Arthur, 68, of Pinedale passed away March 2, 2022. Graveside Services and Military Honors will be held Monday, March 14th at 11:00AM at the Pinedale Cemetery. ... FULL STORY
Sunny Korfanta Ski Race March 13 (March 10, 2022)
White Pine Junior Snowsports Club and the Sublette County Ski and Snowboard Association (SCSSA) are hosting the 2022 Sunny Korfanta Ski Race on Saturday, March 13th at White Pine Ski Area. This is a fun race for all abilities, beginner to expert. Cost to enter ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 10, 2022 (March 10, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Thursday, March 10, 2022, 9:50AM: All trails above groomed this morning except the new trail and Elkhart Park Road. -31F degrees below zero in Surveyor Park this morning. Warmed up to 4F now. Looks like will be a nice day, cold, sunny, slightly breezy. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Minus 18F in Pinedale (March 10, 2022)
by Pinedale Online!
Weather update Thursday, March 10, 2022, 7:45AM: ... FULL STORY
Report on NACO Legislative Conference (March 10, 2022)
by Joel Bousman, Sublette County Commissioner
I attended the National Association of Counties (NACO) Legislative Conference in Washington DC February 10 thru Feb 16, (2022) where I serve as chairman of the NACO Public Lands Steering Committee and on the NACO Board of Directors. ... FULL STORY
Wyoming Legislature updates – March 9, 2022 (March 9, 2022)
by Albert Sommers, House District #20 Representative
2022 Special Budget Report ... FULL STORY
BTNF announces three new District Rangers (March 9, 2022)
For the Pinedale, Big Piney, and Blackrock Ranger Districts
by Bridger-Teton National Forest
The Bridger-Teton National Forest has hired three District Rangers for three District Offices located in both Sublette and Teton Counties, Wyoming. The Rangers come to the Forest after vacancies in the Blackrock, Pinedale and Big Piney Ranger Districts. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Archaeology talk in Pinedale March 15 (March 9, 2022)
The Upper Green River Basin Chapter of the Wyoming Archaeological Society will meet on Tuesday, March 15th at the Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale. There will be a brief chapter meeting starting at 6:30PM and then a special guest speaker. Guest this mont ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 9, 2022 (March 9, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Wednesday, March 9, 2022, 9:30AM: All multi-use trails above groomed this morning. Most all other trails also groomed. About 4-8" of new snow, and snowing now periodically. 7F degrees right now. Road plowed, however there is a dusting of snow on it – snowpacke ... FULL STORY
Wyoming Legislature update – March 7, 2022 (March 8, 2022)
by Albert Sommers, House District #20 Representative
3/7/2022 ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Mobile Pantry Food Distribution in Marbleton March 23 (March 8, 2022)
There will be a Mobile Pantry Food Distribution in Marbleton, Wyoming on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. This event is sponsored by the Food Bank of Wyoming. There are no qualifications, eligibility requirements or membership fees required. The distribution will be ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) 38th Aniel Daniel Chili Cookoff March 26th (March 8, 2022)
The 38th Aniel Daniel Chili Cookoff will be held on Saturday, March 26th at the historic Daniel Schoolhouse in Daniel, Wyoming. The event is sponsored by the Daniel Community Center. Chili check-in is from 4-5PM. No pre-entry required. There will be red and gr ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 7, 2022 (March 7, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Monday, March 7, 2022, 9:00AM: Most all trails above groomed this morning except for Flatline and Heart Attack. About 10" of new snow at White Pine for a total of about 15" from this storm system. -14F this morning in Surveyor Park, 10F degrees right now. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic Ski Trail Grooming Report – March 6, 2022 (March 6, 2022)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Sunday, March 6, 2022, 9:00AM: Most all trails above groomed this morning except for Flatline, Heart Attack, Powerline, new trail, and Elkhart Park Road. About 4" of new snow from this morning and snowing now. 20F degrees. Road not plowed yet, snow-packed. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Red Zone (March 6, 2022)
by Pinedale Online!
Teton County is the only county in the state of Wyoming still in the Red Zone for transmission rate for COVID-19, as of March 2, 2022. Interestingly, Teton County has the highest rate of fully vaccinated people, at over 88% of their general population. 96.3% o ... FULL STORY
Wyoming Legislature update – March 2, 3 & 4, 2022 (March 5, 2022)
by Albert Sommers, House District #20 Representative
3/2/2022 ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) First fish of the derby (March 5, 2022)
Zeke Thomas caught an 8.6 pound, 30-inch Lake trout on Saturday, March 5th in the Big Fish Winter Derby on Fremont Lake. The derby continues on Sunday. The derby is sponsored by the Pinedale Lions Club. Photo by Jeff Goltz. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Sublette County Public Health Update: March 4, 2022 (March 5, 2022)
by Sublette County Public Health
COVID Update ... FULL STORY
Wyoming Legislature update – March 1, 2022 (March 3, 2022)
by Albert Sommers, House District #20 Representative
3/1/2022 ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Family Trivia Night March 11 in Pinedale (March 3, 2022)
Fundraiser for local high school wrestlers to travel to Nationals in Virginia Beach
There will be a Family Trivia Night on Friday, March 11, 2022 in the Lovatt Room of the Pinedale Library starting at 6:00PM. Cost is $20/person. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Natural Resource Conservation Public Meeting March 17 in Pinedale (March 2, 2022)
Regarding conservation issues in Sublette County
by Sublette County Conservation District
The Conservation District in Sublette County, Wyoming would like to invite the public and any agencies with an interest in conservation issues to participate in a Local Work Group meeting to be held from 3-5PM on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at the Sublette County ... FULL STORY
Wyoming Legislature update – Feb. 28, 2022 (March 1, 2022)
by Albert Sommers, House District #20 Representative
2-28-2022 ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Donkey Basketball March 17th (March 1, 2022)
Future Farmers of America Alumni (FFA) and the National Honor Society (NHS) at the Pinedale High School are hosting a Donkey Basketball game on Thursday, March 17th at 7:00PM in the Wrangler Gym. Teams will be students, FFA members, NHS students, and community ... FULL STORY
Hospital works to improve customer service (March 1, 2022)
by Sublette County Hospital District
The Sublette County Hospital District is working hard to improve customer service in advance of becoming a hospital. To this end, we have formed several new committees. One is the Finance Committee, which is working to improve our billing process and be sure ... FULL STORY
Memorial Service for Ralph Faler, Sr March 3, 2022 (March 1, 2022)
by Covill Funeral Home
Ralph T. Faler Sr., 88, of Pinedale, Wyoming passed away Monday, February 28, 2022 in Rock Springs, WY. A memorial service will be held Thursday afternoon, March 3rd at 3:00 p.m. at the Lovatt Room of the Pinedale Library, and a reception will follow the servi ... FULL STORY

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