Meet Kaitlin, our new reporter
One of the newest team members of the Bridger Valley Pioneer is Kaitlin Ciminelli. She joined the team as a reporter and will be covering local meetings and community events. Kaitlin was born …
Bridger Valley rancher Larry Bugas pushed back against a recent subdivision application during the Oct. 6 commission meeting held at the Uinta County Complex in Evanston. Among Bugas’ concerns were water wells, septic systems, fencing and winter road maintenance. “Now, there’s not very many elk in there because everybody’s got a house,” he said of a notable decrease in wildlife.
Bridger Valley rancher voices concerns at commission meeting
EVANSTON — The Uinta County Commission held its regular meeting on Oct. 6 in the chambers of the Uinta County Complex. The Oct. 20 commission meeting is also scheduled to be held in Evanston; …
Evanston Mayor Kent Williams was joined by members of the Evanston Police Department, Uinta County Sheriff’s Office, the law enforcement agencies’ respective victim witness coordinators and advocates from the Uinta County Attorney’s Office and the Sexual Assault and Family Violence (SAFV) Task Force during a proclamation signing designating October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The gathering took place on Thursday, Oct. 1, at City Hall. “It’s a proclamation as a community to try to work together, to collaborate together to try to end domestic violence, or at least address the issues related to domestic violence,” EPD Victim Witness Coordinator Vanessa Weekly told the Herald. “Domestic violence is a public safety issue ... it radiates to everyone.”
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Evanston Mayor Kent Williams was joined by members of the Evanston Police Department, Uinta County Sheriff’s Office, the law enforcement agencies’ respective victim witness coordinators and …
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Longtime Uinta County judge Michael Greer, shown here in August, was recently presented with the 2026 Larry L. Lehman Award for Judicial Excellence during the Wyoming State Bar annual meeting and Wyoming Judicial Conference in Casper.
After two decades on the bench in Uinta County, retired Circuit Court Judge Michael L. Greer has received a selective statewide honor recognizing judicial excellence, public service and leadership. …
Sports

Buffalos rally past Eagles 14-7 in Bridger Valley rivalry showdown

MV’s Clayton Sawyer catches a 20-yard touchdown pass during Friday’s 14-7 win over Lyman.
For three quarters Friday night, the Mountain View High School football team struggled to find an answer for its biggest rival. Trailing Lyman 7-0 heading into the final quarter of the annual …

Lady Eagles shine at Rawlins Triangular, add three state qualifiers

The Lyman High School girls’ swimming and diving team turned in a strong performance at last week’s Rawlins Triangular, defeating Evanston 129-104 while adding three new state-qualifying times …
Lyman’s Gage Bradshaw breaks a tackle en route to a nice gain during the Eagles’ 29-14 over visiting Soda Springs.

Eagles force five turnovers, roll past Soda Springs 29-14

The Lyman High School football team opened the 2026 season on the right foot Friday, building a two-touchdown lead by halftime and forcing five turnovers on the way to a 29-14 win over visiting Soda …
MV’s Gage Butters hauls in a pass during the Buffs’ 14-13 win over Rich.

Buckley’s blocked PAT preserves Buffs’ 14-13 win over Rich

For most of Friday night, Mountain View’s defense had kept Rich County bottled up. When the Rebels finally had a chance to pull even late in the fourth quarter, Wyatt Buckley made sure they …
Lady Buffalos Mariah Micheli (left) and Kaea Wiperi go up for a block during Saturday’s 3-0 loss to Bear Lake. MV finished 3-3 at the Cokeville Invite, winning the Gold Division consolation championship.

Lady Buffalos battle through tough field to go 3-3 at Cokeville Invite

The Mountain View High School volleyball team didn’t just survive a rugged opening weekend at the Cokeville Invitational — the Lady Buffalos got better as it went. Facing a field loaded with …

Lady Eagles open season 2-3 at Cokeville Invitational

The Lyman High School volleyball team got exactly what it needed from its opening weekend at the Cokeville Invitational — a couple of wins, a few hard lessons and a much clearer picture of what …

Buffs third at More Cowbell Invite; Russell leads Lady Buffs

The Mountain View High School cross-country teams opened the season Thursday at one of the toughest courses they’ll see all year, competing at the More Cowbell Invite at Valli-Vue Golf Course in …

Just for Fun Barrel Racing wraps season with awards

EVANSTON — For the fourth year, the organizers of Just For Fun Barrel Racing provided nine opportunities for girls, young women and a few young men to participate in the sport of barrel racing on …
Obituaries
William “Bill” Lee Newton Sept. 11, 1942 – Oct. 5, 2026
William Lee Newton, born on Sept. 11, 1942, in Raton, New Mexico, passed away on Monday, Oct. 5, at the age of 84, in Ogden, Utah. Funeral arraignments are entrusted to Neptune Society of Salt Lake …
KaDell J. “Harry” Harrison Jan. 19, 1947 – April 28, 2026
KaDell “Harry” Harrison, 79, of Golden Valley, Arizona, passed away peacefully at home on April 28, surrounded by loved ones. KaDell was the oldest of four children of LaDell Harrison and Lela …
Lynda Kay Peace-Graham March 21, 1956 – May 6, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lynda Kay Peace-Graham, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, who peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 6. Lynda was born on …
Owen Carlson Oct. 26, 1955 – April 22, 2026
Owen Carlson, a man of quiet strength, immense kindness, and a legendary ability to fix anything, passed away on Wednesday, April 22. Known for his gentle nature and steady hand, Owen lived a life …
Marty Del Lamb Jan. 17, 1958 – April 17, 2026
Marty Del Lamb, age 68, of Evanston, passed away Friday, April 17, following a lengthy illness. Marty was born Jan. 17, 1958, in Evanston, the son of Marvin Del and Carolyn “Sally” Lamb. …
Public notices
Bridger Valley Pioneer, October 8, 2026
NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE AND FINAL SETTLEMENT BVJPB 0.5 MG WATER TANK SITE Civil BRIDGER VALLEY JOINT POWERS BOARD NOTICE IS HEREBY PUBLISHED that the Bridger Valley Joint Power Board …
Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals, October 1, 2026
Mountain View MEETING MInutes September 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM Town Hall – 405 HWY 414, Mountain View, WY 82939 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led By Mayor Bryan Ayres CALL TO ORDER …
Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals, September 24, 2026
Town of Mountain View Request for Proposals – Town Prosecutor The Town of Mountain View, Wyoming, is seeking proposals or letters of interest from qualified attorneys to provide municipal …
Bridger Valley Pioneer Legals, September 17, 2026
TOWN OF LYMAN Meeting Minutes August 17, 2026 Held at Lyman Town Hall, Council Chambers The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooton, present was Councilmember’s, Gregg Moretti, …
Opinion
On Dec. 10, 1869, our first Territorial Legislature approved, “An act to provide a territorial and county revenue.” In doing this, Wyoming modelled the Framers’ ideal of local control, of …
A little more than a year ago, we took ownership of a group of Wyoming newspapers that were facing an uncertain future. I knew it would be difficult. I’m not sure I fully understood just how …
When fire commanders try to figure out how to contain a major wildfire, the last thing you might expect them to deploy is a herd of beef cattle. But on the recent Gold Mountain Fire in western …
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