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From bronc riding to barrel racing: How the rodeo scene changed for female competitors
CHEYENNE — Notable female rodeo legends have paved the way for women’s participation in this male-dominated event, but not without some roadblocks along the way. Cowgirls of the West Museum Director Pam Cooper said the participation of women in rodeo events greatly evolved over time. Before the 1930s, women competed in roughstock events, as well as steer roping and street wrestling — and they were good at it. Roughstock events...
What to do in Gillette (7/18/24–7/20/24)
GILLETTE, Wyo. — From Thursday to Saturday, Gillette is offering multiple free and fundraising events to enjoy. Thursday, July 18, Downtown Thursday Nights continues at 3rd Street Plaza. The free event highlighting artist Devon Worley will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. The six-week concert series will feature a kids zone, food carts and more fun for all ages.
Family-Friendly ‘Summer Hits at Hat Six’ Event Happening This Saturday in Evansville
If you are looking to enjoy some good live music, great food and outdoor family fun, you do not want to miss "Summer Hits at Hat Six" this weekend. The official Hat Six Travel Center Facebook page made the announcement with a graphic and a message that read:. OUR 3RD...
‘Blast From the Past’ Drag Racing Event Taking Place in Douglas This Saturday
COST: Spectators - $10.00 | Children 12 years old and under - FREE. The official Central Wyoming Motorsports Facebook page also shared the payout structure for this Saturday's event and a reminder for the track test, which stated:. July 20th Blast from the Past Shootout payout updates!. Big Tire =...
Pickup driver injured after collision that sent his vehicle 100 yards off road on Pocatello's west bench
POCATELLO — The driver of a pickup truck was rushed to the hospital on Friday morning after a collision with a compact SUV on the city's west bench. The crash between the Ford pickup truck and Subaru Forester on Rocky Point Road occurred around 9:20 a.m. The impact sent the pickup careening off the road, down a gulley and then down a hillside. The pickup finally came to a stop...
Pureflight Aviation to Open Flight School at Pocatello Regional Airport
Thursday, KPVI reported about the Pocatello City Council’s approval of a lease agreement with an Oregon based flight school to open a training center in eastern Idaho. Bannock Development Corporation and the city have spent the last 18 months working to get Pureflight Aviation. LLC to open a flight school at the Pocatello Regional Airport. Pureflight Aviation started in 1983 as Precision Aviation Training and now has locations in Newberg and Klamath Falls, Oregon.
Thunderstorm knocks out power lines in Bingham County
BINGHAM COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) - A Friday evening thunderstorm knocked out power and downed trees in Blackfoot and portions of the county. The National Weather Service in Pocatello reports a thunderstorm just before 6 P.M., produced winds strong enough to snap several power poles near Taber. The Thunderstorm then moved over the city
Grand Teton Music Festival expands free offerings
When the Grand Teton Music Festival began its family concert outside the Center for the Arts lawn in downtown Jackson, the effect, among the kids in attendance, was almost immediate. The Grand Teton Music Festival Family concert turned into a dance party. Over 1,000 people came to the event held...
The Dance of 100 Years: Martha Graham Dance Company to perform in Jackson
JACKSON, Wyo. — A legend will come alive as one hundred years of history dance across the stage. Dancers’ Workshop is honored to present the world-renowned Martha Graham Dance Company at the Center Theater for their Summer Gala and Community Performance on July 26 and 27. The Martha...
CWC Budget Adopted; Pay Raises Approved; Enrollment Up Again
The Central Wyoming College Board of Trustees Wednesday night approved the college’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget of $49,056,343. Vice President for Administration Willie Noseep said the budget is up by 17.8%, with the increase due to the construction of a new Jackson campus building and the increase of Wyoming PBS funding.
A first look at 14135 Drake Drive – Mountain Cabin 203
It’s not just about discovering a place; it’s about discovering your place within it. Becoming a part of the Snake River Sporting Club family means forging your own path: woods, pasture, mountain, river. The Ranches Estates, The Residences, and The Lodges all offer the Jackson Hole lifestyle in ways that honor the legacy of family, wildlife, and the outdoor life. Join this story. Make it your own.
Jobs of the Week – July 18
Looking to start a new career? Take a look at this week’s featured jobs from local employers around town. Want to feature your job posting here next week? Select “Featured Single Job Post” when sharing your job on Buckrail Works. Email ads@buckrail.com for more details. Member Services...
What are the stakes for the 2024 elections in Wyoming?
JACKSON — While lawmakers representing Teton County in the Wyoming Legislature will go unchallenged in the upcoming election, battle lines have been drawn across the state. All 62 seats in the Legislature’s House are up for grabs, and 15 out of 31 state senators are facing reelection. Only 15 of those 77 total races are uncontested. Four of those races with incumbents facing no challenger are Democratic Reps. Mike Yin and Liz Storer, Republican Rep. Andrew Byron and Republican Sen. Dan Dockstader, all representing Teton...
Montana Ranchers Scammed over Hay during Drought
The drought of 2021 was hard on nearly all of state agriculture, which included a hay shortage. Now throw in a con man to further hurt family operations. Jory D. Parks of Logan, Kansas pulled a fraud on Facebook, advertising hay in large quantities for sale, and offering to deliver into Montana and Wyoming. He received advances from ranches desperate for hay for their livestock. You guessed it, Parks pocketed the funds for his personal and business use, without delivering the forage.
Wyoming hotels, WYDOT, hospitals affected by global Microsoft outage Friday
CASPER, Wyo. — A global IT outage is impacting Wyoming operations on Friday. According to a social media post on Friday morning, WYDOT said the outage has taken down Driver Services, including issuing of IDs and driver’s licenses. Its website is down, but its road info website is operational.
Superintendent Degenfelder Launches Principal Leadership Program In Collaboration With UW
Superintendent Megan Degenfelder and the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) is launching the 307 Principal Leadership Academy in collaboration with the University of Wyoming (UW) College of Education and with the support of secondary and elementary principal associations. The academy will provide support and training for principals in the early years of their career, which in turn will improve education leadership statewide.
Wyo. Coaches Association North Boys Basketball Preview
The North boy's basketball team has a couple of players from 3A schools that will be a huge factor for them. Eli Patterson from Buffalo is a 4 time All-State Selection and Gunnar Erickson of Powell made All-State this year as the Panthers won the 3A State Championship. Both of these guys averaged 14 points a game this past season so they will be tough to stop.
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