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FCC Chairman tours Wind River Reservation broadband project
Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Ajit Pai along with Policy Advisors visited the Wind River Reservation last week to tour the broadband project that is connecting homes and businesses with high-speed internet across the reservation. Last year,...
LVHS recognized for closing the gender gap in AP Computer Science Principles
Lander Valley High School has earned the College Board AP® Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science Principles. Schools honored with the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award have expanded young...
Mountain goat removal begins tomorrow in select areas of Grand Teton National Park
MOOSE, WY- Grand Teton National Park will implement a temporary area closure for public and operational safety during nonnative mountain goat removal activities beginning tomorrow, Friday, February 21. The temporary closure may be in effect for up to one week. The...
RHS Speech & Debate claim first at Teton Invitational
h/t RHS Speech & Debate Coach Rebecca Pierson for sharing the following information and photo This past weekend at the Teton Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament in Jackson Hole, WY the RHS Speech & Debate team claimed first place overall beating out...
#WhatsHappening: New climbing wall at Alpha Rec Center to be unveiled this Saturday
The Alpha Recreation Center in Lander is unveiling its new climbing wall! The Grand Opening will take place on February 22nd, 2020 from 10 am - 1 pm. Admission is free during the grand opening time slot. The Alpha Recreation Center (ARC) is a 14,000 sqft non-profit...
#Snapped: Over 800 loads of snow picked-up from Riverton streets
Earlier this week, Riverton Mayor Richard Gard shared that over 800 20-yard loads of snow have been removed from Riverton streets since the last snowstorm that hit Fremont County. Collected snow is being dropped in an empty lot near Jackson Elementary School.
#WhatsHappening: Busy weekend ahead of us #inthe10!
Planning your weekend? Check out community events on our 10Guide! Also, it's FREE to add events to the 10Guide. A few highlights for this upcoming weekend: Friends of the Riverton FFA are hosting their annual scholarship fundraiser for graduating Riverton High School...
Dr. Ben Francisco offers local excellence in orthopaedic care
Dr. Francisco joined Fremont Orthopaedics in 2017. Dr. Francisco is a broadly trained orthopaedic surgeon who treats a spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, such as knee and hip arthritis and broken bones. He also has advanced fellowship training, as...
Help us welcome this new #little: Olivia Branson
Olivia Lee Branson was born 2020-02-19 in Vail, Colorado to Britney Branson and Matt Branson. This #little was 7lbs 9oz and measured 201/4 inches long. Congratulations to the family of this new #little! Submit your own Birth Announcement to County 10 for SageWest...
No injuries in yesterday’s house fire
The Riverton Fire Department along with the Riverton Police Department and Fremont County Sheriff's Office responded to a structure fire on the 2300 block of Sapphire Drive in Riverton yesterday, February 19th, around 8:00 am. Today, Riverton Fire Chief Henri DeClercq...
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – giant colon at CWC!
Wyoming Cancer Resource Services will have cancer prevention information, free screening information, and the giant inflatable colon at the Central Wyoming College Employment Fair Tuesday, February 25th from 9 am to 3 pm. Learning about any disease that takes many...
Not all symptoms are obvious: Overlooked symptoms of a Heart Attack
We’ve all seen when heart attacks happen in the movies. A character is walking along when, suddenly, they grab their chest – wincing with pain – and immediately tell someone, “Call 911! I’m having a heart attack!” While that certainly does happen, the reality is that...
Mountain lion pack captured on door cam near Jackson Hole
Christina Atkinson shared this video online of a friend's house who lives near Jackson, Wyoming. The resident's Nest cameras captured some great footage of a mountain lion family making their way around the property. Roughly half of Wyoming is considered prime...
This week’s #Listed features beautiful homes with mountain views
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Today in the 10 | February 20, 2020
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Fremont County Arrests: February 20, 2020
Below are the most recent arrest reports from Fremont County law enforcement agencies. They are produced directly from publicly available reports provided by each agency. Questions or comments about the reports should be addressed with the appropriate agency. Charges...
Recent Deaths in Fremont County: Shakespeare, Whiteplume, Smail
Traditional Native American Services for George M. Shakespeare, Jr., 58, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020, at Blue Sky Hall, Ethete, WY. Interment will follow at Shakespeare Cemetery. A Wake will be held Wednesday, Feb. 19th Blue Sky Hall, Ethete,...
#Snapped: Snowmelt in Lander
"Afternoon snow melting on Sunday behind the bike mill." - Cinthia Hayford Thanks for sharing, Cinthia!
Fremont County 1st – 8th grade girls are invited to celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day
'R' Recreation is hosting the only official National Girls & Women in Sports Day (NGWSD) event in not only Fremont County, but in Wyoming, according to the NGWSD registration map. Participants will have the opportunity to attend three activity sessions, choosing...
LVHS Tigers head to State seeking their 24th consecutive championship
h/t LVHS Swimming for the photos and information shared below LVHS athletes were a perfect 12-for-12 at the 3A West Conference Championship in Powell two weeks ago, winning each of the dozen contested swim and dive events on way to a team title. A repeat performance...
Wyoming man arrested after leading police on 100+ MPH chase near Casper
An Evansville, Wyoming resident, is in custody following a pursuit that took place Monday, February 17th, 2020. The pursuit started south of Casper, Wyoming, on Interstate 25. Late Monday night, WHP Troopers were notified of a vehicle traveling north in the...
Fremont County Detention Center retrofits beds to help overcrowding issue
Fremont County Sheriff Ryan Lee has shared for several months that the Fremont County Detention Center has been managing overcrowding issues. During Sheriff Lee's monthly update at the Fremont County Commissioners' meeting last week, he shared they have been seeking...
#Snapped: Riverton High School Wolverine swimmers are off to state
Along with the photo, Riverton High School (RHS) head swim coach Jay Dayton shared, 13 RHS swimmers are off to Laramie today for the state meet starting tomorrow, February 20th. "Go Big Red!"
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Riverton esthetician shares skin care and wellness tips [PODCAST]
10Cast Network show, Riverton Local Ladies, brings us some skin and wellness tips this week. Host Val Leseberg chatted with Riverton esthetician, Alyssa Saltsgaver. Saltsgaver chats about her job as an esthetician at Mirror Image Salon in Riverton. They also discuss...
#Smiles: Lower Wind River Conservation District poster winners from across Fremont County
A series to share #smiles across our community through the achievements of our local youth, brought to you by Rendezvous Dental. The Lower Wind River Conservation District (LWRCD) shared with County 10 the Fremont County winners for both the local and state poster...
#10Life: Finding pow in the Winds
#10life is County 10 series to share and celebrate everything that’s great about local life in Fremont County, brought to you by RE/MAX All-Star, Realtors. Backcountry enthusiasts Shad Hamilton, Karla Wagner, Chuck Schuster, and Brandon Ray took advantage of some...
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Dubois featured on new episode of ‘Sesame Street’ [VIDEO]
Dubois, Wyoming was featured on a new episode of PBS' 'Sesame Street.' Betty from Dubois was featured on the episode and told both Big Bird and Elmo a few things about how we live in Wyoming! Sesame Street debuted their 50th season this year. Episodes air on HBO and...
Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office addresses recent “ICE holds” at Detention Center
The below information was shared in a press release from the Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office: On Fri., Feb. 14, 2020, Sweetwater County Detention Center temporarily housed 11 out-of-state inmates who were pending transfer into federal custody by U.S. immigration...
Lander Police looking for burglary suspects involved in alcohol theft
The Lander Police Department is seeking assistance from community residents in identifying burglary suspects. LPD released the following statement on their Facebook page; In the wee hours of Thursday, January 30, 2020, a Lander business was burglarized and several...
Stay Human, the last film in the Our Human Family Documentary Series @ the Lander Library
This January and February the Lander Library presents a new documentary series called Our Human Family. What are the common elements of being human? Every person lives, dreams, thinks, hopes, struggles, grows, and dies. Appreciation, sympathy, and respect for each are...
#WyoStrong: Oldest known Dubois resident turned 100 this week
#WyoStrong stories, brought to you by Wyoming Community Bank, highlight Wyoming perseverance, ingenuity, creativity and resilience. Lifelong Wyomingite Robert Hildebrand celebrated his 100th birthday in Dubois on February 17th, 2020. He had a birthday party with...
New Riverton Police Officers sworn in at Riverton City Council last night
New Riverton Police Department (RPD) officers were sworn in last night, February 18th, by Riverton Mayor Richard Gard at the Riverton City Council meeting. The three officers include Ruby Ziegler, Logan Alley, and Shyenne Deavor. Both Ruby and Logan worked at the...
Looking for a job? Check out our Jobs Page
Attention all job hunters and employers! Finding the right fit here in Fremont County is tough - for job seekers AND employers. We hope we've made it a little easier as we launch our all NEW Jobs Page and listing tools. Have a look at open positions below or...
Do you want more control over the taxes you pay?
Several strategies can help reduce your tax burden. Choosing tax-advantaged investments is one of them. Join Grace for the seminar Tax-free Investing: It’s Not What You Make, It’s What You Keep. You’ll learn about: • Tax-advantaged investments and their features •...
Treat Yo Self! Give yourself or your sweetheart the gift of pampering
Central Wyoming College has a hidden gem of "Treat Yo Self" goodness. Tucked away in the CWC Professional and Technical Center, students attend Cosmetology classes and offer services to the public. Because it gives the students someone to practice their art on, prices...
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CWC basketball’s Essy Latu and Siona Astorga chat about final home game of the season [PODCAST]
Central Wyoming Collge Lady Rustlers head coach Lindsey Fearing and student-athletes Siona Astorga and Essy Latu joined the County 10 Kickoff Podcast this week. They discuss the season so far, final week of the regular season, and some of their hobbies away from...
The Arts in Action Weekend! Two Amazing Performances and A Night Downtown
Arts in Action Weekend starts tomorrow night! Featuring: Acrobatrix Feb. 20, 2020 7 pm Show CWC Arts Center Theater Downtown Third Friday Art Walk Feb. 21, 2020 5 – 9 pm Downtown Riverton Opera Wyoming Feb. 22, 2020 7 pm Show CWC Arts Center Theater Tickets for...
Fremont County Arrests: February 19, 2020
Below are the most recent arrest reports from Fremont County law enforcement agencies. They are produced directly from publicly available reports provided by each agency. Questions or comments about the reports should be addressed with the appropriate agency. Charges...
Cardiology presentations in Jackson and Pinedale
St. John’s Health cardiologist William Mullen, MD, and cardiology nurse practitioner Stephanie Ferris, FNPC-DNP, will present “How to Avoid Seeing a Cardiologist: A Practical Overview for Men and Women” in Jackson on Friday, February 28, 1:00-2:00 pm, at the Senior...
Today in the 10 | February 19, 2020
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Recent Deaths in Fremont County: Magnuson, Piper
Kenneth L. Magnuson, age 80, passed away at his home in Lander, Wyoming on Tuesday morning, February 18, 2020. He and his wife Mary have lived here in Lander for over 23 years. There will be no services held. Please sign the family registry at www.hudsonsfh.com. For...
#Activate10: Nachos for lunch? Proceeds will help Fremont County girls basketball team
The Fremont County Flight 5th and 6th grade girls basketball traveling team is hosting another lunch delivery option! Nacho supreme meals and a drink are available in Fort Washakie and Ethete on Wednesday, February 19th starting at 11:00 a.m. Meals are just $6 and...
Lander PD investigating gas station hot dog theft
A pair of thieves relished the opportunity to create what was frank-ly one of the weirder calls the Lander Police Department responded to over the weekend. A gas station on the 100 block of East Main Street reported that two thieves had stolen two hot dogs around 2:30...
#HeadsUp: Lander Police remind motorists to lock vehicles after recent string of burglaries
This #headsup is brought to you by Bailey’s Tire and Auto Service. The Lander Police Department is reminding residents to lock their vehicles and keep valuables inside, especially overnight. LPD recently responded to a handful of auto burglaries over the weekend. They...
LPC “Pet of the Month” – Meet Bear!
LPC "Pet of the Month" is brought to you by Schurg Financial Services. Meet Bear! This sweet boy can be a bit shy, so he is looking for a patient family willing to give him the time and attention necessary to adjust to family life. Once Bear decides you are...
Lander’s Low Water String Band to perform at Treefort Music Fest in Boise
The Wyoming Arts Council and Treefort Music Fest have partnered to bring an official Wyoming Showcase featuring six Wyoming acts to Boise, Idaho this March. The six showcasing acts include: The Two Tracks (Sheridan), 10 Cent Stranger (Laramie), Speed the Pilgrim...
Teen model from Riverton published in national magazine
Trinity Morgan has been modeling for approximately a year, and has climbed quickly in the modeling world, Trinity's mom Laurie Morgan shared. She has been a part of several modeling projects, magazines, and influencer/ambassador programs. Most recently, Trinity was...
10-year-old Utah girl dies in crash south of Lonetree, Wyoming
On February 16, 2020, a fatal crash occurred around milepost 139 on Wyoming 414 south of Lonetree, Wyoming. Around 3:45 p.m., Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers were dispatched to the area for a one-vehicle rollover. A 1995 Chevrolet Suburban was headed south on Wyoming...
Wyoming man dies in crash north of Greybull Friday
On February 14, 2020, a fatal crash occurred around milepost 216 on US 310 north of Greybull, Wyoming. Around 3:23 p.m., Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers were dispatched to the area for a motor vehicle collision. A 2008 Ford Fusion was headed north on US 310 when the...
#Activate10: “Teddy Bear Toss” planned for Riverton basketball games February 21
Our community is large and wildly diverse, which is at the same time our strength and our weakness. #Activate10 is a movement seeking to increase communication between individuals and organizations across Fremont County and to promote positive action in our...
Fremont County Arrests: February 18, 2020
Below are the most recent arrest reports from Fremont County law enforcement agencies. They are produced directly from publicly available reports provided by each agency. Questions or comments about the reports should be addressed with the appropriate agency. Charges...
Shane is one of the greats….at saving YOU money 🙂
Hey, everybody! It's me, President Shane. President of Gambles that is. Every President has something they're remembered for. Sometimes it's good, sometimes bad. I want to be remembered as the local store owner who put his face on Mount Rushmore!!...
Game and Fish and WYDOT’s ‘Wildlife Crossing’ initiative to make roads safer for wildlife and drivers
CHEYENNE - Drivers on Wyoming roads have one thing in common - most have, or have nearly, hit a big game animal. Nearly 6,000 big game animals like deer, pronghorn, elk, moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goats die each year from collisions with vehicles on Wyoming’s...
SageWest presents $6,000 check to support a Proposed Boys & Girls Club in Riverton
SageWest Health Care presented a $6,000 donation check to the Boys & Girls Club in support of the effort to bring a Boys & Girls Club to Riverton. The Boys & Girls Club provides youth development programming during out of school time. The fundraising...
#Activate10: February 22nd fundraiser for Lander resident
Marvin Osterman was diagnosed with a stage 4 terminal brain tumor three months ago, and recently returned to Lander after spending two months in treatment. A fundraiser has been organized by his daughter-in-law Ashley Osterman at the Lander BPOE Lodge #2317 on...
#Smiles: Fremont County’s Ballin’ Beauties win tournament in Cody
A series to share #smiles across our community through the achievements of our local youth, brought to you by Rendezvous Dental. A group of 14-year-old hoopers from County 10 have gone back-to-back as champions in the Cody Youth Tournament of Champions. The Ballin'...
Today in the 10 | February 18, 2020
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Recent Deaths in Fremont County: Ellison, DeVries, Davis
Thale “Monty” Ellison, 70, of Riverton passed away at the University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT on Saturday, February 8, 2020, with his wife and son by his side. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, February 22, 2020, at Davis Funeral...
Wyoming ranks as nearly the “least sinful” state in America
Earlier this month, Wallet Hub ranked the "most sinful states in America." They tallied data using categories like, harmful behavior, drug and gambling addictions, anger, lust, greed, and more. Ultimately they found that the Equality State wasn't very sinful at all....
Brooks Lake saw 16 inches of new snowfall last weekend
The National Weather Service office in Riverton reported the following information about snowfall totals from Saturday to Monday. Another winter storm system moved across western and central Wyoming over the Washington's Birthday holiday weekend. The following...
Lander’s Mark McConnell honored at University of Wyoming wrestling senior night
The Wyoming wrestling team closed its 2020 home slate with a solid win Sunday afternoon, downing Northern Colorado 22-11 in the Pokes' final home dual of the season. The win also marked the 600th dual victory in Wyoming program history. "I'm happy to come out of here...
St. Stephens School returns to normal operation tomorrow
St. Stephens School announced an early release this afternoon after backed up sewers impacted the Elementary school. They reported this evening that the plumbing issue has been fixed, and the school will return to normal operation tomorrow, February 18th.
Men Who Cook event raised enough to sponsor an estimated 383 Fremont County kiddos
It was a hopping evening on Saturday, February 15th, at the Men Who Cook event in Riverton. This annual fundraiser raises money to provide Fremont County children ages birth to 5 with a free book once a month through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. A reported 14...
Wyoming House passes bill that would keep state on Daylight Saving Time year-round
The Wyoming House has passed House Bill 44 by an overwhelming 8-1 vote Monday. The bill is sponsored by Rep. John Winter, a Republican representing Fremont, Park, Big Horn, and Hot Springs Counties. The bill now moves to the Wyoming Senate. A bill to eliminate time...
#HeadsUp: St. Stephens School students headed home early today
This #headsup is brought to you by Bailey’s Tire and Auto Service. St. Stephens School made the following announcement today, February 17th: Attention Parents and Guardians: Due to backed-up sewers at the Elementary school, we have called our bus drivers and we will...
#Smiles: Willow Creek Elementary students making the community smile
A series to share #smiles across our community through the achievements of our local youth, brought to you by Rendezvous Dental. Willow Creek Elementary students are celebrating "Have a Heart Day" today, February 17th, by volunteering their time for different causes...
#Activate10: Riverton Girl Scouts and Soroptimist International holding shoe drive
Our community is large and wildly diverse, which is at the same time our strength and our weakness. #Activate10 is a movement seeking to increase communication between individuals and organizations across Fremont County and to promote positive action in our...
86% of Wyoming voters approve of oil, natural gas production in Wyoming
Casper, Wyo. - The Petroleum Association of Wyoming released statewide polling data today that shows Wyoming residents overwhelming support oil and gas development. According to the poll, conducted January 21-23, 2020, 86% of Wyoming voters approve of oil and natural...
It’s gettin’ hot in here…Nelly at the Casper Event Center, 4/2020 Spring Fest
This content is provided and paid for by the Spectra Venue Management. Spectra Venue Management and Bravada Enterprise are pleased to announce the 4/2020 Spring Fest featuring NELLY with Chingy, Twista, Do or Die, and Sloan Bone of Bone Thugs N Harmony will stop at...
February is Cancer Prevention Month – healthy choices create change
Sometimes the healthiest choice isn’t the easiest one. You can make a difference and fight cancer in your community by empowering people to make healthy lifestyle choices. Support efforts to prevent cancer by making the healthy choice the easy choice. Cancer is the...
Experience CWC at Rustler Discover Day!
Interested in attending Central Wyoming College? Come to our visit day! Wednesday, February 26, 9 am-2:15 pm. The main campus - Riverton, Wyoming. Come experience being a Rustler through campus tours, interactive group activities, and by visiting with current students...
Today in the 10 | February 17, 2020
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Recent Deaths in Fremont County: Dodge
George Dodge, 65, of Arapahoe passed away at his home on Sunday, February 9, 2020. For the complete obituary, click here.
#Snapped: Morning graze
These four-legged friends were spotted on the side of US 26 southeast of Dubois on Saturday morning. Have a cool photo of Fremont County you'd like to share? Send it to tips@county10.com!
Several Fremont County travel warnings in place Monday morning
As of 6:30 a.m. Monday morning the following travel warning exist in Fremont County; South Pass - No Unnecessary Travel Wind River Canyon between Thermopolis and Shoshoni - No Unnecessary Travel US 26 Shoshoni to Waltman - Slick with snowfall and fog WY 133 between...
Weather Update | Monday, February 17th
Below you can check out the current conditions and forecast for locations around Fremont County, updated in real-time. Monitor road conditions with WYDOT's road conditions map. Riverton Ethete [vryn_layout_shortcode...
February 18th Riverton City Council meeting agenda
Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 7:00 pm “Excellence in Service to the Rendezvous City” 1) Call to order. 2) Pledge of Allegiance. 3) Invocation. 4) Roll call: Ward I: Kyle Larson, Cory Rota Ward II: Karla Borders, Rebecca Schatza Ward III: Mike...
February 18th Fremont County Commissioners’ meeting agenda
MEETING OF THE FREMONT COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ CHAMBERS - FREMONT COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 450 N 2 ND STREET, ROOM 205, LANDER, WY 82520 Travis Becker (Chairman), Larry Allen (Vice-Chairman), Jennifer McCarty, Clarence Thomas & Michael Jones TENTATIVE...