News

Fire clouds hunting outlook on west slope

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:01am

As the Elk Fire rages on the eastern slope of the Bighorn National Forest, hunters on the western side are trying to figure out how they are going to get to their favorite hunting spots and what impact the fire is going to have on elk and deer movements.

County making progress on FS Road 17 drainage issues

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:01am

Matt Leonhardt, acting county engineer, and Stephanie May appeared before the Big Horn County Commission on Oct. 1 to discuss engineering and land planning. 

Woman pleads guilty to aggravated child abuse

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:01am

Son, age 5, nearly died from starvation

 

DCI creates cold case database

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:00am

RIVERTON (WNE) — When Kathleen Pehringer’s daughter came home from school, her mother wasn’t there. Kathleen’s purse and glasses were gone, but her vehicle was parked on the street outside. Known as a responsible and punctual woman who took classes at Central Wyoming College, her absence sparked concern. She was never seen again. 

Homes sought for Scavenger Hunt Oct. 31

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:00am

If you like to decorate for Halloween and enjoy trick-or-treaters visiting, please consider adding your address to a new Spooky Scavenger Hunt hosted by the Greybull Recreation District, which is looking for nine to 12 homes to add to its list.

Mule deer topic of upcoming G&F meetings

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:00am

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department invites the public to engage in a community conversation about mule deer Oct. 14 in Ten Sleep. These conversations are an opportunity for people to visit with their local Game and Fish staff and share their perspectives about Wyoming’s mule deer. 

This Week in Big Horn County

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:00am

Police Report

WYDOT adjusts highway closure points to improve hunter access

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:00am

The Wyoming Department of Transportation has extended the road closure limits on US 14 north of the Antelope Butte Ski Area and US 14A east of Lovell. 

Mobile pantry returns to Basin Oct. 12

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:00am

In a dedicated effort to ensure access to essential food resources across the state, Food Bank of Wyoming has announced that its Basin Mobile Pantry is back up and running after a brief pause in August and September.

Greybull Homecoming

Published by admin on Thu, 10/10/2024 - 8:00am