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Pinedale Online News - December 2015

(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 31, 2015 (December 31, 2015)
Thursday, December 31, 2015, 10:30AM report: Old Road, Lower Surveyor, a portion of Upper Surveyor Park, Kelly Park all groomed this morning, also bike path portion of CCC Ponds and Golf Course. All other groomed trails in pretty good shape. Very cold this mo ... FULL STORY
White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/31/15 (December 31, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow last 24 hours: none ... FULL STORY
Ranching with wolves in California (December 30, 2015)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
Northern California ranchers are starting to learn what it's like to live with wolves. A pack moved into Siskiyou County last summer and produced five pubs, earning the group the name Shasta Pack. Now the state has recorded its first "probable" wolf kill of a ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Town of Pinedale update – Snow removal (December 30, 2015)
by Town of Pinedale
The Town of Pinedale would like to remind everyone of putting snow in the right spot. When removing snow from your driveway or other portions of private property, snow must remain on your property. Please have a spot on your own property to place this snow. ... FULL STORY
White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/30/15 (December 30, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow last 24 hours: none ... FULL STORY
Lake ice report – Where can we go ice fishing? (Original post December 28, 2015 | Updated Saturday, January 2, 2016)
Most area lakes not frozen yet and still need a couple more weeks before safe for ice fishing
by Pinedale Online!
Lake ice update, Saturday, January 2, 10PM: Report from Joe Zuback: We fished Half Moon Lake on Saturday. Found 7" of good hard ice around the boat ramp area. I heard of 3-4" on Fremont with a big crack of open water forming on Saturday morning. Be careful out ... FULL STORY
Pinedale Airport Board seeks new member (December 28, 2015)
The Town of Pinedale's Airport Board has an opening for one Board Position for a three year term, expiring on December 31, 2018. Anyone interested may submit a letter of interest by January 8, 2016 to Pinedale Town Hall, 210 W. Pine Street or PO Box 709, Pined ... FULL STORY
Pinedale Pummelers sign-ups Jan. 5th (December 28, 2015)
Wrestling Club
The Pinedale Pummelers Wrestling Club will begin their practices January 5, 2016 at 5:30PM at the Wrangler Gym in Pinedale. Sign-ups will be available at that time also. ... FULL STORY
(10 pictures) Pinedale High students to march in 2016 Rose Bowl parade Jan. 1 (Original post December 27, 2015 | Updated January 1, 2016)
On New Year’s Day, Friday, January 1st, tune in to watch the Wyoming All-State Marching Band march in the 2016 Rose Bowl Parade. There will be some Pinedale High School students in the band. The parade starts at 8:00AM Mountain Time and the band will be on te ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) What happened to d-CON? (December 26, 2015)
by Pinedale Online!
If you’ve tried to find d-CON mouse and rat poison lately and can’t find any in the stores, the reason is because the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) took action in 2013 to ban 12 rodent poison products made by the British company Reckitt Benckiser ... FULL STORY
Torchlight Parade on New Year's Eve Dec. 31 (December 26, 2015)
by At White Pine Ski Area
Everyone is invited to participate in this year’s New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade at White Pine Ski Area. Anyone wanting to participate in this year's torchlight parade should be ready to ride Little Spirit at 5pm on New Year's Eve, Thursday December 31st. Wh ... FULL STORY
BLM Pinedale seeks volunteers for Bald Eagle Survey Jan. 9th (December 26, 2015)
by Bureau of Land Management
The Bureau of Land Management Pinedale Field Office is seeking volunteers to assist with a national mid-winter bald eagle survey on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016. ... FULL STORY
Game and Fish launches online hunt planning tool (December 26, 2015)
by Wyoming Game and Fish
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has launched an online tool to help hunters plan their upcoming 2016 Wyoming adventure. The tool known as the Big-Game Wyoming Hunt Planner, revolutionizes the area maps available for Wyoming and combines species-specific h ... FULL STORY
White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/26/15 (December 26, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow Accumulation last 24 hours: none ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 26, 2015 (December 26, 2015)
Saturday, December 26, 2015, 9:00AM report: Cold. Ten below at the Nordic equipment building, -22 below in Surveyor Park. Old Road, Upper & Lower Surveyor Park, Moose Ridge, Tree Loop, and Kelly Park all groomed for both Classic and Skating. Flatline, Powerlin ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) White Pine Snow and Grooming Update 12/25/15 – Christmas Day (December 24, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow Accumulation last 24 hours: 3" ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) A Taste of Sublette County (December 24, 2015)
Photos by Fred Pflughoft
Fred Pflughoft just posted a new photo album of pictures from around Sublette County. "These are images that have not seen the light of day, but are special to me and I hope special to some of you. Sublette County is indeed a very unique place to live and phot ... FULL STORY
Merry Christmas! (December 24, 2015)
Best wishes for happy holidays and 2016! ... FULL STORY
White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/24/15 (December 24, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow Accumulation last 24 hours: 6" ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 24, 2015 (December 24, 2015)
Thursday, December 24, 2015, 10:00AM report: A couple more inches of new snow yesterday above. Chilly, 5 degrees with a little breeze. Kelly Park, Old Road, Upper Surveyor, Moose Ridge, Tree Loop, Lower Surveyor all groomed for both Classic and Skating. Kelly ... FULL STORY
(51 pictures) JAK’s (December 23, 2015)
Beauty Salon and Gift Boutique in Pinedale
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
JAK’s Salon & Boutique is located at 1175 W. Pine Street in Pinedale. In addition to being a full service salon, they carry home décor items, fresh flowers, clothing and gifts. If you cannot make it into the store, you can get a gift certificate for your spec ... FULL STORY
Christmas Eve services – Dec. 24th (December 23, 2015)
Thursday, Dec. 24th: ... FULL STORY
(42 pictures) Isabel’s Jewelry (December 23, 2015)
Beautiful custom-made fine jewelry
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Isabel Jewelry is located at 21 N Franklin in Pinedale. This business features the custom-made jewelry by artist Isabel Rucker. Each piece she creates is one-of-a-kind and a small piece of art. Isabel hand-makes her jewelry of 100% recycled sterling silver and ... FULL STORY
Please remember rescued animals this holiday season (December 23, 2015)
Happy Endings Animal Rescue Giving Tree
Happy Endings Animal Rescue in Pinedale wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas, happy holidays and a wonderful New Year! They have a Giving Tree at Ridley’s grocery store in Pinedale for those who would like to make a contribution to their efforts to rescue a ... FULL STORY
Christmas Bird Count Jan. 3 in Pinedale (December 23, 2015)
The Annual Christmas Bird Count will be held on Sunday, January 3, 2016 in Pinedale. Afterwards, there will be a chili potluck and slide show at 5:30PM at the Pinedale Library boardroom. Contact Elizabeth Boehm for more information, 307-367-7018 or wildcolorpo ... FULL STORY
Sublette County Unified Fire receives Improved Fire Insurance classification (December 23, 2015)
Good rating helps to lower the cost of fire insurance
by Sublette County Unified Fire
Sublette County Unified Fire was recently evaluated by the Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO) on their structure fire suppression capabilities. ISO’s collects and evaluates fire related information from communities in the United States and assigns Public P ... FULL STORY
White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/23/15 (December 23, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow Accumulation last 24 hours: 1/4" ... FULL STORY
Town of Pinedale update - Christmas (December 23, 2015)
We have a white Christmas! And Pinedale we have plenty to do—The ice rink at American Legion Park is open and close to heated bathrooms, White Pine Ski resort is open and running a shuttle (visit www.whitepineski.com for more information), and of course our fa ... FULL STORY
(45 pictures) Great Outdoor Shop (December 22, 2015)
Last minute holiday shopping ideas
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Great Outdoor Shop is located at 332 W Pine Street in Pinedale. They carry a wide variety of outdoor recreation equipment and their sales staff is very knowledgeable not only about the items they sell, but also the places to go around the area for hiking, ... FULL STORY
County seek new board members (December 22, 2015)
Public Notice - Volunteer opportunity
The Sublette County Commissioners will be making appointments to several county boards on Tuesday, January 5, 2016. This is an opportunity for members of the public to volunteer and serve on county public advisory boards. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 22, 2015 (December 22, 2015)
Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 10:00AM report: About 4" of new snow above on the ski trails, 14 degrees. Old Road Trail, Surveyor Park, Moose Ridge, Lower Surveyor, Kelly Park all groomed for both Classic and Skating. Flat groomed trails Tree Loop, Lower Surveyor ... FULL STORY
(41 pictures) Cowboy Shop (December 21, 2015)
Ideas for unique gifts for last minute holiday shopping in Pinedale
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Cowboy Shop is located at 129 W Pine in Pinedale. They have been family owned and operated by the Bing family since 1947. They supply the locals who are working cowboys on Wyoming cattle ranches. They carry the real thing and they know their stuff. They ca ... FULL STORY
Town of Pinedale update - Winter (December 21, 2015)
by Town of Pinedale
We want to ask every driver to please slow down not just during this weekend festivities, but all the time. Our roads are icy, visibility is often poor, and during vacations, lots of children will be out on our streets—so please, slow down and be aware of our ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/21/15 (December 20, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow Accumulation last 24 hours: 1" ... FULL STORY
(59 pictures) Charlies Home Décor (December 20, 2015)
Ideas for unique gifts for last minute holiday shopping in Pinedale
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Charlies Home Décor is located at 20 W. Pine Street in Pinedale. They carry ‘primitive, eclectic and vintage items for your home or gifts.’ They carry a great selection of unique items to decorate your home or cabin in the theme of western and wildlife motifs ... FULL STORY
(24 pictures) Dandylion Den (December 20, 2015)
Ideas for unique gifts for last minute holiday shopping in Pinedale
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Dandylion Den is located at 31 S. Sublette Avenue in Pinedale. They carry hand-made crafts, gift items by local artists, quilts, artwork, jewelry, clothing, dolls. They feature items by over 50 Sublette County artisans. Don’t miss their delicious home-made ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Light towers (December 20, 2015)
Dave Bell captured these three light pillars early Sunday morning (Dec. 20). "Usually it is much colder when these are created (it was 14F), but they hung over town for quite some time. A light pillar is an atmospheric optical phenomenon in the form of a verti ... FULL STORY
(14 pictures) New picture framing shop and art gallery in Pinedale (December 20, 2015)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Mystery Print Gallery and Frame opened its doors in Pinedale on December 11, 2015. The new store offers custom picture framing and is operated by local artist David Klarén. Hours are still a bit unsettled, but generally are from noon to 5PM Wednesday through S ... FULL STORY
White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/20/15 (December 19, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow Accumulation last 24 hours: None ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) White Pine Snow and Grooming update - 12/19/15 (December 18, 2015)
The Terrain Park opens Saturday, December 19th. All the features (rails, tables, ovals etc) have been built at White Pine. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Basque shepherd (December 18, 2015)
Dave Bell took this photo of a Basque shepherd moving horses recently. "The Basque shepherds are a fixture on the sheep ranges of western Wyoming and the west overall. They live a solitary life tending their large herds. The Whitaker family recently donated an ... FULL STORY
(73 pictures) Mixed Media Art Show (December 18, 2015)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Mixed Media Art Group has their holiday art show on display in the Pinedale Library during the month of December. ... FULL STORY
Sublette County ranchers appointed to Colorado River Commission positions (December 18, 2015)
Chad Espenscheid and Randy Bolgiano appointed by Governor Mead
Local ranchers Randy Bolgiano and Chad Espenscheid were recently appointed by Wyoming Governor Matt Mead to serve on the Upper Colorado River Commission. The Commission assists the Upper Division States in developing their apportionments of water from the Colo ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 18, 2015 (December 18, 2015)
Friday, December 18, 2015, 11:30AM report: Didn’t groom above today – got a dusting of new snow overnight. Everything is still in good shape. Did groom the bike path portion on the CCC trails yesterday and golf course as a loop. Should be set from overnight a ... FULL STORY
Sage grouse chick production at its highest in 10 years (December 17, 2015)
by Wyoming Game & Fish
New data on the Wyoming sage grouse population reveals bird numbers should continue to grow in the coming year based on an analysis of sage grouse wings provided by hunters. There were 1.7 chicks per hen in 2015, the same as 2014. This ratio is the highest doc ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) New Fire Battalion Chief appointed in Boulder (December 17, 2015)
by Sublette County Unified Fire
Boulder, Wyoming - On Monday, December 14, 2015 during their regularly scheduled Command Staff meeting, Sublette County Unified Fire formally appointed Wil Gay as the new Battalion Chief for Battalion 4 – Boulder. Fire Chief Shad Cooper explained, "Battalion ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/18/15 (December 17, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow Accumulation last 24 hours: 4" upper mountain, 2" lower mountain ... FULL STORY
(10 pictures) Winter Driving in Wyoming (December 17, 2015)
by Pinedale Online!
Here are webcam views of Interstate 80 in Wyoming for Thursday, Dec. 17th. The Wyoming Department of Transportation closed the interstate in the morning due to very hazardous road driving conditions. Anyone traveling through Wyoming in the winter is advised to ... FULL STORY
Wolf Protections Remain (December 17, 2015)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
The Congressional rider on the federal spending bill that would have removed wolves from federal protection in Wyoming and in the Great Lakes states was dropped from the bill prior to its approval. That means that wolves will remain under federal protection. ... FULL STORY
Excess wild horse numbers damaging rangeland (December 17, 2015)
Overpopulation hurts horse herds, rangeland health, and cattle allotment management
by Wyoming Stock Growers Association
On December 14, Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) filed an amicus brief in support of the State of Wyoming in its 10th Circuit Court appeal of the District Court decision regarding seven Herd Management Areas (HMA’s) administered by the BLM in central a ... FULL STORY
Babysitting Certification program offered in January (December 17, 2015)
A Babysitting Certification program will be offered on Friday, January 29th from 4:00-7:00pm and on Saturday, January 30th from 9:00 a.m.-5:00pm at Sublette BOCES in Pinedale. To sign up call 307-367-4380 or email rschambe@uwyo.edu. Participants must be 12 yea ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 17, 2015 (December 17, 2015)
Thursday, December 17, 2015, 8:45AM report: Old Road Trail, Upper Surveyor, Moose Ridge, Kelly Park all groomed for both Classic and Skating. Tree Loop and Kelly Tie-In flat groomed. Even though we did have a couple of inches of fluffy snow last night, there s ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) White Pine Snow and Grooming Update - 12/17/15 (December 17, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Snow Accumulation since Sunday: 2" ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Skinny moose (December 16, 2015)
by Pinedale Online!
This moose sculpture is located in the courtyard of the Pinedale Library. The library has a number of unique art sculptures throughout the building and grounds. ... FULL STORY
Funeral Services for Dick Noble Dec. 22 (December 16, 2015)
by Covill Funeral Home
Richard R. "Dick" Noble, 79, was born December 15, 1936 in Rock Springs, Wyoming to Carroll R and Christina Noble. He died December 15, 2015 at the home ranch he dearly loved in Cora, Wyoming. Services will be held Tuesday December 22nd at the Pinedale LDS Ch ... FULL STORY
(4 pictures) Winter Weather closes Interstate 80 in Wyoming (December 16, 2015)
by Pinedale Online!
Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2015, 9:30AM update: Interstate 80 was closed across Wyoming on Wednesday morning, Dec. 16th, due to winter conditions that reduced visibility to near whiteout conditions. Other roads in central and eastern Wyoming were closed for periods ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Treats for Troops a success (December 16, 2015)
by William Shafer, Helping Hands 4-H Club
Sublette County 4-H would like to thank all those who helped with our annual Treats for Troops this year. We would like to thank everyone who gave us addresses, donated cookies, or donated to the shipping costs. We really appreciate the support that we have re ... FULL STORY
Shuttle services available to White Pine Ski Area (December 15, 2015)
Will run Dec. 19 – 31, 2015
Over the school break, anyone needing assistance in getting to White Pine Ski Area will be able to ride the Lion’s Bus. The bus is scheduled to run from December 19th through 31st. It will depart twice daily, 8:30AM and 11:30AM from the Wrangler Gym parking l ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Hugh Glass, Fact vs. Fiction (December 15, 2015)
Museum launches new informational website about famous mountain man attacked by grizzly bear
The Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale has just launched a new informational website about Hugh Glass, the mountain man who survived being mauled by a grizzly bear in 1823 in what is today South Dakota. His story has been told and retold many times, howeve ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Yellowstone wolves (December 15, 2015)
by Cat Urbigkit, Pinedale Online!
Yellowstone National Park officials report that in December 2014, the park harbored at least 104 wolves in 11 packs, including nine breeding pairs. According to the park’s annual wolf report, "From 2009 to 2014, wolf numbers have fluctuated between 83 and 104 ... FULL STORY
Energy Share of Wyoming kicks off for 2015-16 (December 15, 2015)
Financial help to pay energy bills when all other resources and assistance have been exhausted
by Rocky Mountain Power
Raising more than $100,000 and assisting more than 350 families statewide are among goals of Energy Share of Wyoming, which kicks-off its 2015-16 season today. ... FULL STORY
Frosty 5k Fun Run/Walk in Pinedale Dec. 26 (December 15, 2015)
The Frosty 5k Fun Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, Dec. 26th in Pinedale. Bring the whole family down for a fun and FREE 5K walk/run to celebrate this holiday season and get an early start on your New Year's exercise plan. The Frosty 5K will start and finish ... FULL STORY
Public asked to watch for wildlife poachers (December 15, 2015)
by Wyoming Game and Fish
As mule deer make their annual migration to winter ranges, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department reminds citizens to watch for poachers or suspicious activity, and to report any illegal activity immediately. ... FULL STORY
Anglers encouraged to be safe on the ice (December 15, 2015)
by Wyoming Game and Fish
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department advises anglers to use extreme caution while venturing out ice fishing, especially during the early season and during warmer winter temperatures. Ice on many waters may not be safe. ... FULL STORY
Yellowstone’s winter season starts Dec. 15 (December 15, 2015)
by Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park will open to the public for motorized oversnow travel as scheduled on Tuesday morning, December 15. ... FULL STORY
Beware con artists’ phone calls (December 15, 2015)
by Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office
The Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office issued an updated consumer alert on Dec. 9 warning residents of telephone scam artists calling and pretending to be with the IRS. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 15, 2015 (December 15, 2015)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Tuesday, December 15, 2015, 8:45AM report: Old Road Trail, Upper Surveyor, Moose Ridge, Kelly Park all groomed for both Classic and Skating. Tree Loop and Kelly Tie-In are flat groomed. Be extremely cautious in Kelly Tie-In, very thin coverage. 1-2 inches of n ... FULL STORY
White Pine Ski Area grooming report (December 12, 2015)
by White Pine Resort
Saturday, Dec. 12, 7AM: Overnight there was no new snow. Currently blue runs Bonneville, Fremont, Lander Cut off and Wind River Return are open off Great Spirit lift. Ski Patrol advise that we need a little more snow before it is safe to open the Black runs. F ... FULL STORY
(13 pictures) Inside ‘The Revenant’, new movie about 1823 grizzly bear mauling of mountain man Hugh Glass (December 11, 2015)
New Hollywood movie has a Pinedale connection
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
Editor’s note: Men’s Journal has published an article about the upcoming Hollywood movie "The Revenant" which will be released on January 8, 2016. The article mentions the Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale and historical consultant Clay Landry. ... FULL STORY
(2 pictures) Two local Robotics teams compete at the 10th Annual First Lego League Wyoming (December 11, 2015)
Bring home top honors from Championships in Casper
by Sublette 4-H
Pinedale youth robotics teams attended the First Lego League (FLL) championships December 5sth at the Casper Events Center. This is the 8th year the teams have attended this event. Teams were sponsored through grants to the Sublette County 4-H by Linn Energy ... FULL STORY
Sublette County Commissioners agenda – Dec. 15, 2015 (December 11, 2015)
by Mary Lankford, Sublette County Clerk
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ... FULL STORY
Sublette County Democrats’ 70’s Holiday Fondue Dec. 11 (December 11, 2015)
The Sublette County Democrat Party invites everyone to celebrate the food, music & fun of the ‘70s at their 70’s Holiday Fondue on Friday, Dec. 11th from 5:30-8PM at the Chambers House Bed & Breakfast, 111 W Magnolia in Pinedale. There is a $25 cover charge, ... FULL STORY
Wind River Skate Club ice skating show Dec. 11 (December 11, 2015)
Wind River Skate Club presents their winter ice skating show, "Once Upon a December" on Friday, December 11th at 7PM at the Sublette County Ice Arena. The performance is free. There will be a bake sale for refreshments. ... FULL STORY
Live Nativity at the Dick Noble Ranch Dec, 24 (December 11, 2015)
Everyone is invited to the annual Live Nativity at the Dick Noble Ranch in Cora on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th. Free for the community, 6PM sharp at 100 Noble Road in Cora. Following the Nativity they will have a bonfire and hot chocolate. Please bring a small pl ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 11, 2015 (December 11, 2015)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Friday, December 11, 2015, 8:45AM report: 1" new snow overnight. Old Road Trail, Upper Surveyor, Moose Ridge, Kelly Park all groomed. Because of the low snow levels, there is a lot of wildlife still around. Please keep your pets under control. Will start groo ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Pinedale Lions Club holds Snowmobile Raffle (December 10, 2015)
The Pinedale Lions Club 26th Annual Snowmobile Raffle was held on Saturday,, December 5th at Bucky’s Outdoors. The winner of the snowmobile was Hadley Bray. The Pinedale Lions Club thanks everyone who purchased a ticket or donated a prize. Funds raised go to ... FULL STORY
Pinedale Travel and Tourism awards $12,250 to attract tourists and promote Pinedale (December 10, 2015)
by PTTC
The advisory commission responsible for allocating Pinedale’s lodging tax funds awarded the first round of Fiscal Year 2016’s tourism promotion funding last month. The Pinedale Travel and Tourism Commission's purpose is to advise and recommend to the Pinedale ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Senate report on Paris Climate Change Summit released (December 10, 2015)
President Obama plans to bypass Congress and transfer American taxpayer funds overseas
by U.S. Senator John Barrasso
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Multilateral International Development, Multilateral Institutions, and International Economic, Energy, and Environmental Pol ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Morning Mountain Alpenglow (December 10, 2015)
Dave Bell caught the alpenglow of the sunrise over the Wind River Mountains on Wednesday morning. Click on this link to see more of Dave’s scenic photos of the area: Scenic Photos by Dave Bell ... FULL STORY
Pinedale Indoor Triathlon Jan. 16th (December 10, 2015)
The Pinedale Indoor Triathlon will be held on Saturday, January 16th. The event involves a 15 Minute Swim, 20 Minute Bike, and 15 Minute Run. All fitness levels are welcome. Ages 8 and up. Registration is now open. Register early to get your preferred start t ... FULL STORY
Registration begins for Women's 3on3 Basketball Dec. 15th (December 10, 2015)
Women's 3on3 Basketball games will begin on January 12th at the Pinedale Aquatic Center (PAC). Games start on January 12th at the PAC. Games will be played on Tuesday nights; Child care will be available to accommodate league participants. Teams are guarante ... FULL STORY
Men's Basketball League begins in January (December 10, 2015)
Registration for the Pinedale Aquatic Center (PAC) Men's Recreational Basketball League begins on Wednesday, Dec. 15th. Games will be played on Wednesday nights, with Monday nights used as needed based on number of teams. Teams are guaranteed 6 games, with a ... FULL STORY
Youth Basketball program at the PAC begins in January (December 10, 2015)
The Pinedale Aquatic Center is offering a boys & girls youth basketball program beginning in January 2016. It is open to all K-5 grade students. This fundamental-based basketball program will teach basketball basics, team work, fair play, and sportsmanship. Th ... FULL STORY
8th Annual Grateful Gathering Dec. 16th (December 10, 2015)
Southwest Counseling Service will be hosting their 8th Annual Grateful Gathering on Wednesday, December 16th, from 5-8PM in the Lovatt Room of the Pinedale Library. There will be a Pot Luck Dinner celebrating recovery and wellness and a Silent Dessert Auction ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Cow and calf moose in town (December 10, 2015)
Joe Zuback sent in these photos of a cow and calf moose wandering around Pinedale recently munching on the local landscaping. ... FULL STORY
Brucellosis confirmed in Sublette County (December 10, 2015)
by Wyoming Livestock Board
Wyoming State Veterinarian Dr. Jim Logan has been notified that cultures are positive for field strain Brucella abortus (Brucellosis) on cows from one Sublette County cattle herd. Results were received on December 9, 2015 from the Wyoming State Veterinary Labo ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Ski and Bike at White Pine Dec. 13 (December 10, 2015)
by White Pine Ski Resort
After a few turns on Sunday, you are invited to try out a Fatbike. Salsa Cycles has teamed up with Bike and Trike from Rock Springs and will have 10 demo Fatbikes available for anyone interested in a test ride. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 10, 2015 (December 10, 2015)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Thursday, December 10, 2015, 11AM report: Less than 1" of windblown snow overnight. Old Road Trail, Upper Surveyor, Moose Ridge, Kelly Park all groomed for both Skating and Classic. 32 degrees. ... FULL STORY
PAC Joint-Powers Board meeting Dec. 15 (December 9, 2015)
The Pinedale Aquatic Center Joint-Powers Board will meet Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 5:30 pm in the classroom of the Pinedale Aquatic Center, 535 N. Tyler Ave. Pinedale, Wyoming. (Note the time has been rescheduled from 6PM to 5:30PM.) For more information c ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Nordic ski trail grooming report – December 9, 2015 (December 9, 2015)
by Mike Looney, Groomer
Wednesday, December 9, 10:15AM report: Old Road Trail, Upper Surveyor, Moose Ridge, Kelly Park all groomed for both Skating and Classic. Still not a lot of snow. Recommend using old skis. About 4" of new snow yesterday for a total of 12-14". Pinedale Golf Cour ... FULL STORY
(44 pictures) Two sheepwagons donated to Sublette County Historical Society (December 8, 2015)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Sublette County Historical Society is extremely excited and pleased to announce they have recently received the donation of two sheepwagons to add to their collection of Sublette County artifacts. Sheepwagons were used in the early 1900s as mobile working ... FULL STORY
(3 pictures) Owl eyes (Original post December 8, 2015 | Updated December 12, 2015)
Sandy and Justin Wright sent in these photos of two owls at their ranch on Paradise road. ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Six Moose (December 8, 2015)
These six bull moose were bedded down all together south of Pinedale on Saturday. Three were on one side of the willow bushes and the other three were on the opposite side. ... FULL STORY
(12 pictures) Photography display by Arnold Brokling at Rock Rabbit (December 7, 2015)
by Pinedale Online!
Local photographer Arnie Brokling has a new photography exhibit on display at Rock Rabbit in Pinedale. He says what started as a casual hobby has now "morphed into an obsession with capturing unique perspectives and/or expressions of our local surroundings." ... FULL STORY
Christmas Toy Give Away Dec. 18 in Pinedale (December 8, 2015)
If you have the need for a little extra assistance during the holidays, please stop by the meeting room at the Pinedale Fire Station for a shortened "Toy Giveaway" on December 18, 2015 from 6 PM – 8 PM. Toys are available for ages up to 12. If you would like ... FULL STORY
(67 pictures) 2015 Wreath Auction (December 6, 2015)
Fundraiser for the Museum of the Mountain Man
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
The Museum of the Mountain Man held their 22nd annual Wreath and Chocolate Auction on Friday, December 4th in the Lovatt Room of the Sublette County Library in Pinedale. Each year members of the community make and donate beautiful hand-made wreaths to put in t ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Community Choir Christmas Concert in Pinedale Dec. 13 (December 7, 2015)
A Community Tradition
This year the community choir will present A Christmas Celebration Through Scripture and Song. This is a collaborative program with members from throughout the community who come together in October to begin preparation. Churches throughout the community take ... FULL STORY
(6 pictures) Additional photos released of Pinedale burglary suspects (December 7, 2015)
Public asked to contact SCSO with any information
by Sublette County Sheriff’s Office
Additional photos have been released by the Sublette County Sheriff’s Office of the couple believed to be involved in two burglaries that were reported on November 28th. The couple, who appear to be a white male and female, are believed to be driving a tan or ... FULL STORY
Street Festival in Big Piney Dec. 17th (December 6, 2015)
Big Piney Recreation will host their holiday Street Festival on Thursday, December 17th. Vendors, organizations, and downtown businesses on Budd Avenue will be open late from 6-8PM for shopping. The Parade of Lights will begin at 7PM. Call (307) 276-4071 to ... FULL STORY
(6 pictures) Photography display by Terry Allen (December 6, 2015)
At Rock Rabbit in Pinedale
by Pinedale Online!
Sunday, Dec. 6th is the last day to catch the photography display by Terry Allen at Rock Rabbit in Pinedale. The photos are of some of his photography from this past Green River Rendezvous Days in July in Pinedale. ... FULL STORY
Daniel Community Center Christmas Party Dec. 13 (December 6, 2015)
The Daniel Community Center will host their annual Christmas Party on Sunday, December 13th. Dinner starts at 5PM, Santa arrives at 6PM. Please bring a salad, vegetable or dessert to share. For those bringing young ones to visit with Santa, you are encourage ... FULL STORY
Gun Show in Pinedale Dec. 12th (December 5, 2015)
There will be a Gun Show on Saturday, December 12th at the VFW Hall in Pinedale from 9AM to 4PM. There will be guns, ammunition, knives, coins - Buy, sell, trade. Cost to enter is $5 admission. Tables may be rented for $15 each. Sellers can set up from 7-9AM. ... FULL STORY
Notice of Commissioners Workshop Dec. 8 (December 5, 2015)
by Mary Lankford, Sublette County Clerk
The Sublette County Commissioners will hold a workshop on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 2 p.m., in the Commissioners Meeting Room, Sublette County Courthouse, Pinedale, Wyoming. Chairman Andy Nelson has called for a workshop, to discuss the possible purchase o ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Flag Notification - Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day – Dec. 7 (December 4, 2015)
by Wyoming Governor Matt Mead's office
Governor Matthew H. Mead, pursuant to President Barack Obama's National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 2015 Proclamation, has ordered both the U.S. flag and the State of Wyoming flag be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise to sunset on Monday, December 7, ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Flag half staff notification – for victims of mass shooting in San Bernadino, CA (December 4, 2015)
by Wyoming Governor Matt Mead's office
Governor Matthew H. Mead, pursuant to President Barack Obama's Proclamation honoring the victims of the tragedy in San Bernadino, California, has ordered both the U.S. flag and State of Wyoming flag be flown at half-staff statewide until sunset on Monday, Dece ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) White Pine opens for the season (December 3, 2015)
When 9AM rolled round on opening day at White Pine, among those who lined up for the first chairs was Dennis "Bomber" Hamon, a 67-year old, who for the last three seasons, has skied at White Pine every day the lifts were running. "I am retired and it’s a great ... FULL STORY
Senate approves far-reaching Obamacare repeal (December 3, 2015)
To help people who didn’t have insurance, the President hurt many people who already had insurance. Bill still needs President’s signature to become law
Statements from Wyoming legislators: ... FULL STORY
(2 pictures) Ice Skating Rink being set up in Pinedale (December 3, 2015)
Outdoor recreational rink in the American Legion Park
Jeremy Madole and Cory Ralkey work to construct the new outdoor recreational 32' x 48' x 12" thick ice rink in the American Legion Park in Pinedale. It is tentatively scheduled to open on January 1st, depending on the weather. There are heated restrooms and a ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Museum Wreath & Chocolate Auction Dec. 4th (December 3, 2015)
Get a beautiful holiday wreath - fundraiser for the Museum of the Mountain Man
The Museum of the Mountain Man – Sublette County Historical Society will hold their 22nd annual Christmas Wreath & Chocolate Auction on Friday, December 4th in the Lovatt Room of the Pinedale Library. The event includes a live auction for beautiful hand-made h ... FULL STORY
Delegation restores Wyoming AML funding (December 3, 2015)
Culmination of years’ long effort results in return of past and future payments to state
by Senator Barrasso media release
WASHINGTON, DC – A provision secured by Wyoming’s Congressional delegation as part of a long-term surface transportation spending bill will force the federal government to fully return past and future abandoned mine land (AML) payments owed to the state. Under ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Town of Pinedale update – Mountain Man Christmas Dec. 12 (December 3, 2015)
by Town of Pinedale
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas—Pinedale this means us. We know everyone is hustling and bustling to get their shopping done and have some fun too. You’re in luck! Saturday December 12th, Mountain Man Christmas, the Christmas Tree Lighting, and t ... FULL STORY
(4 pictures) Photos released of additional suspect sought in Pinedale burglaries (December 3, 2015)
by Sublette County Sheriff’s Office
Dec. 3, 2015: Additional photos have been released of a second suspect believed to have been involved in the burglaries of two Pinedale office buildings that were reported on Nov. 28. The suspects are believed to be a white male with dark hair and a goatee, ... FULL STORY
2016 Pinedale Senior Class kicks off fundraising activities (December 2, 2015)
The Pinedale High School Senior Class of 2016 is kicking off its fundraising efforts with a gift wrapping service and the sale of Ridley’s gift cards. All proceeds from these activities will be used to sponsor the traditional graduation party at the Pinedale ... FULL STORY
Pinedale P & Z meeting Dec. 7 (December 2, 2015)
The Planning and Zoning Commission is having a meeting December 7, 2014 at 6PM at Town Hall. Several topics which they would like public input are concerning the bike path that runs along the north side of W. Washington Street and also the stops signs that ru ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Deer poaching case solved (December 2, 2015)
by Wyoming Game & Fish
Big Piney Game Warden Adam Hymas and Cokeville Game Warden Neil Hymas, son and father, respectively, recently teamed up to solve a poaching case in the Wyoming Range where mule deer are highly sought after by hunters. While enjoying a day off hunting together, ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) More than turkey and stuffing traveled across Wyoming over Thanksgiving holiday (December 2, 2015)
by Wyoming Highway Patrol
A cornucopia of controlled substances were seized over the Thanksgiving holiday by Wyoming Highway Patrol Troopers on Interstate 80. 233 pounds of marijuana was interdicted in four separate traffic stops on I-80 from November 23rd through November 29th. ... FULL STORY
Angel Wreath 2015 (December 2, 2015)
Help a family in need
The 2015 Angel Wreath program is an opportunity to help a local family in need. Angel wreaths can be found at the Library, Ridley’s, Bomgaars, Altitude Drug, and the banks. Each child is represented by two paper angels. Choose an angel from a wreath and then b ... FULL STORY
Funeral Service for Hazel James Dec. 5th (December 2, 2015)
by Covill Funeral Home
A funeral service for Hazel James will be held Saturday December 5th at 11:00 A.M. at the L.D.S. Church in Pinedale. Interment will follow the services in the Pinedale Cemetery. ... FULL STORY
Scam alert: Bogus texts or emails about failed UPS package delivery (December 2, 2015)
by Pinedale Online!
The public is cautioned about receiving possible texts or emails claiming to be from the UPS Postal Service about a package being addressed with your contact email. The text has horrible grammar, broken English and typographical errors. It claims the package c ... FULL STORY
(9 pictures) Public’s help sought to identify burglary suspects - Updated (Original post December 2, 2015, Updated December 3, 2015)
For two business break-ins on Saturday, November 28th in Pinedale
by Sublette County Sheriff’s Office
Update, Monday, December 7, 2015: ... FULL STORY
Structure fire at Express Auto Care (December 2, 2015)
by Sublette County Unified Fire
On December 1, 2015 at approximately 21:27 hours (9:27PM), Sublette County Unified Fire was dispatched and responded to a report of a structure fire at Express Auto Care in Pinedale. Upon arrival smoke and flame were showing. SCUF ensured all occupants were ... FULL STORY
(11 pictures) Night-time fire at Express Auto Care in Pinedale (December 1, 2015)
by Dawn Ballou, Pinedale Online!
A fire broke out at Express Auto Care in downtown Pinedale around 9PM on Tuesday night (Dec. 1, 2015). ... FULL STORY
(1 pictures) Wyoming Senators push for repeal vote of Obamacare (December 1, 2015)
Wyoming Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso delivered remarks on the Senate floor today (Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015) highlighting how the (un)Affordable Care Act, Obamacare, is resulting in skyrocketing health insurance premium costs, state insurance co-ops going ... FULL STORY

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