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Fighter squadron wins top award, first in Hill Air Force Base history
OGDEN — For the first time, a fighter squadron from Hill Air Force Base has won what could be considered the Stanley Cup for pilots and the many personnel who support them. The annual Raytheon Trophy is passed to the top flight squadron in the Air Force, judged on missions they participate in, inspection results, exercise participation, squadron achievements, and individual achievements.
Biological mother speaks of red flags prior to Gavin Peterson’s death
WEST HAVEN — The biological mother of 12-year-old Gavin Peterson, who was allegedly starved to death by his biological father, stepmother and oldest brother, is breaking her silence. “It broke my heart to know that he died that way,” said Melanie Peterson. “I can’t imagine being so hungry. It’s...
Bear sighting closes A.F. Canyon campground
The U.S. Forest Service has closed the Granite Flats campground in American Fork Canyon after a bear sighting in the improved campground area. The closure began on Tuesday, July 23, and will extend through at least Sunday, July 28. “We have had to evacuate and close the campground because of...
Olympic spirit, venues in West Valley City and Kearns ready for 2034
WEST VALLEY CITY — Communities with Olympic venues outside Salt Lake City and Park City are already considering what the 2034 Winter Olympics will bring to their cities. Leaders in West Valley City and neighboring Kearns expressed Wednesday that it's not just about what the Olympics will do for them, but how their communities can help elevate the Olympics.
Tooele taxes could increase by hundreds to compensate for school district deficit after massive funding loss
TOOELE — Residents in Tooele County are calling on the state to perform an audit of their school district after another tax increase proposal could cost some hundreds per month. The district made the proposal earlier this summer, citing a budget deficit of seven million dollars after losing state...
Roy city leaders looking for answers after a small plane crashes in a neighborhood
ROY — After a small plane crashed in front of a Roy home on Wednesday, city leaders are concerned about why these crashes are an ongoing problem. “I think everybody involved was living right. So definitely, I don’t know how many people out there are religious, but a lot of people here were blessed,” said Roy resident Anthony Baugh.
Thompson and Queen Earn WyoPreps Athlete of the Week Awards 7-24-24 [VIDEO]
A rodeo cowgirl and a baseball player receive our Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming WyoPreps Athlete of the Week honors. The award is for July 15 through July 21, 2024. The recipients are Hadley Thompson from Yoder and Cade Queen of Powell. Thompson had a big week at the National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) in Rock Springs, while Queen had a good weekend at the Single-A West District Tournament in Green River.
The Shocking Wyoming Destination Thrillist Listed as a ‘Must-Visit Small Town’
It's always great to see Wyoming towns make a national list, especially when those towns aren't named Jackson, Cheyenne or even Casper. We have so many beautiful places that don't get the shine they deserve. That's why it was nice to see a list by travel website, Thrillist, which listed...
Governor orders Wyoming flag to be flown at half-staff July 27
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Gov. Mark Gordon has ordered that the Wyoming State Flag be flown at half staff at the State Capitol Building in Cheyenne as well as in Goshen, Niobrara and Platte counties from sunrise to sunset Saturday. The flag will be lowered halfway in honor and memory...
Wyoming PBS Takes Home Pair of Heartland Emmys
Two Wyoming PBS productions earned Heartland Chapter Emmy Awards at the 38th annual gala on Saturday in Denver, Colo. One program features the soldier’s perspective on their mental health crisis, and the other spotlights a Casper-based artist and her innovative metalwork. “I am proud of our team here at...
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