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One-Tank History: Tongue River tie flume remnants survive historic fire

Published by admin on Thu, 06/25/2026 - 8:00am

In August 1899, a forest fire turned a thriving railroad tie camp high in the Bighorn Mountains into a desperate fight for survival.

The Week in Big Horn County

Published by admin on Thu, 06/25/2026 - 8:00am

Police Report

Days of '49 draws crowds

Published by admin on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 8:00am

To wrap up the Days of ‘49 celebrations, a moving ceremony commemorating Flag Day and America’s 250th Birthday was held Sunday afternoon at the Greybull ballfields. 

School braces for 50% loss on interest earnings

Published by admin on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 8:00am

During the Big Horn County School District No. 3 board of trustees’ regular June 9 meeting, Business Manager Sara Schlattmann explained some of the budget changes that can be expected following the state legislature’s school recalibration. 

Bikes on the road Saturday

Published by admin on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 8:00am

The annual PEAKS to Conga bike ride rolls through town this Saturday. In its 15th year, the non-competitive fundraiser tasks bikers to ride from Cody to Shell either solo or with a group along Highway 14.  

Fair coming in over budget

Published by admin on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 8:00am

The June fair board meeting was held on June 3. Board members Rebecca Bates, Tracy Haley, Eron Lampman, Katrina Zeller, Tim Allen, Dan VanderPloeg and Jesse Dewey were at the meeting. Fair Coordinator Dusty Miller and Commissioner Dave Neves attended as well. 

Emmett pleads not guilty to possession of meth

Published by admin on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 8:00am

Loren Emmett, 58, of Greybull pleaded not guilty to one felony count of possession of a controlled substance, methamphetamine, at his arraignment in Big Horn County District Court on Tuesday, June 16. 

Community Calendar

Published by admin on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 8:00am

RECURRING EVENTS

SOUTH BIG HORN SENIOR CENTER

Register for Science Zone

Published by admin on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 8:00am

The Science Zone will be making a trip from Casper on July 6 and 7 to host a two-day camp at the Herb Asp Community Center.  Youth in grades 2nd-6th are invited to come learn with hands on, engaging activities.  The fee is $2 per person.  There is a minimum number of five and a maximum number of 30 participants for this activity.  Participants must be pre-registered on or before 5 pm on June 29.

Book store opens in Greybull

Published by admin on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 8:00am

Greybull’s newest business is The Book Nook; a cozy used bookstore nestled inside Wyld Sage Coffeehouse. Owned and operated by Nathan and Tina Olsen, The Book Nook is being created with a simple vision: to offer a peaceful, welcoming haven where life’s pace softens, good books are plentiful, and every visit feels like an invitation to linger a little longer and embark on a new adventure.