Two apparent thieves are spotted by home security footage in north Evanston. One resident offered a reward to anyone who can identify the suspects.

Apparent thieves are caught on camera rifling through unlocked cars

By Hayden Godfrey Herald Reporter   EVANSTON — Two potential thieves are at large in Evanston after multiple home cameras spotted them allegedly stealing from cars near …

Coles to celebrate 100th

EVANSTON — Local woman Bettie Coles will celebrate her 100th birthday next week. Her family has planned an open house luncheon and luau from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Bear …

Game and Fish is accepting game warden applications

CHEYENNE (WNE) — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is hiring up to eight warden positions around the state. The deadline to apply is Aug. 15. Applicants must have earned a …
Community News

Evanston Farmers Market, free concert series underway

Two little children look longingly at the cool water of the fountain in Depot Square during a very hot day for the Farmers Market on Thursday, July 11.

Two little children look longingly at the cool water of the fountain in Depot Square during a very hot day for the Farmers Market on Thursday, July 11. (HERALD PHOTO/Kayne Pyatt)

New private school opening in Evanston

EVANSTON — A private, tuition-based kindergarten thru fourth grade educational option is coming to Evanston this school year. Solid Rock Academy, located at Evanston Alliance Church at 235 …

Local sports

Outlaws pitcher Ryder Wilson pitched a gem Sunday against Green River in a 14-9 win. Wilson came on in relief in the second inning, and didn’t look back, earning the win that solidified a berth in next weekend’s Class A State Tournament in Powell.

Local bareback rider Braunson Sims — seen here at an Evanston Rodeo Series event in 2022 — will make his NHSFR debut this week in Rock Springs.

Local cowboy aims for greatness at NHSFR

This week marks the return of the National High School Finals Rodeo to Rock Springs for the first time since 2019, and local cowboy Braunson Sims is hoping the close proximity of the event will give …
Outlaws baserunner Ryder Wilson slides safely into home during Saturday’s doubleheader against Saratoga. Evanston won both games.

Outlaws 3-1 in final home stand of season

EVANSTON — The Evanston Legion A baseball team closed out the home portion of its schedule last week, posting a 3-1 record in its final four games at Ross Kesterson Field. The week started …
Greg Mitchell — an adrenaline junkie from Lehi, Utah — earned himself a night’s stay at Evanston Regional Hospital Saturday night, after winning the Mexican Fighting Bull Bubble Ball Challenge at the Uinta County Fairgrounds, part of the Evanston Rodeo Series. Mitchell took home the $400 cash prize, but suffered two broken ribs and a punctured lung for his trouble. See story on B1.

Mess with the bull, visit ERH

Greg Mitchell — an adrenaline junkie from Lehi, Utah — earned himself a night’s stay at Evanston Regional Hospital Saturday night, after winning the Mexican Fighting Bull Bubble …
EVANSTON — With conference play now in full swing, the Evanston Legion A baseball team sits atop the Southwest Conference at 8-0, following a pair of twin bill sweeps last week against Green …
Post 41 Regulators catcher Lane Debenham makes a play at the plate on a Bear Lake baserunner Friday at Ross Kesterson Field. It was a busy weekend of baseball for the local Little League and Post 41 …
In what’s become one of the most anticipated events of its kind in the region, the 2024 Runners High Half Marathon and 5K was held earlier this month, with a near-record number of participants …

Porn addiction a serious mental health issue

Pornography addiction is often overlooked, but it’s on the rise and can lead to more extreme and illegal images and videos, including child porn.
Most people recognize the harm and dangers of drugs, alcohol and nicotine addiction, but porn addiction is often overlooked and not recognized due to the taboo nature of the subject. Most people …

Charity recipient visits Evanston to share her life-changing story

Evangeline Franzon shares her life-changing story about receiving a shoebox of gifts from Operation Christmas Child. She was the featured speaker at Pete’s Coffee Shop in Evanston on Friday, May 10.
EVANSTON — Evangeline Franzon, who at age 13 received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox filled with gifts, is now one of the organization’s tour speakers. Franzon was in Evanston at …
Obituaries
Janice Lorain Fay Aug. 16, 1945 – July 19, 2024
Janice Lorain Fay, a woman of faith, humor, and unyielding love, left us on Friday, July 19, after 79 years of a life well-lived. Born on Aug. 16, 1945, she wielded infectious wit, friendliness, and …
Donna Rae (Nelson) Garbett June 9, 1948 – July 19, 2024
Donna was born in Boise, Idaho, the second of three children of Warren Edmond Nelson and Sarah Rosella Fuller. She passed away at home in Evanston, at the age of 76, with her beloved husband by her …
Robert Andrew Rayl Aug. 24, 1962 – Aug. 19, 2023
After a 12-year battle with the debilitating disease ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), Robert Rayl passed from this earth on Aug. 19, 2023, at home, in the arms of his wife. Robert was born in …
Wanda Yvonne Stewart May 9, 1936 – July 10, 2024
Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Wanda Yvonne Stewart, age 88, passed away on the morning of Wednesday, July 10. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Mom was …
Mary Francis Osborn Morrison June 7, 1941 – June 26, 2024
Mary Francis Morrison passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 26, surrounded by family. She was born June 6, 1941, in Randolph, Utah, to Ray and Lois Osborn, the youngest of 11 children. She …
Public Notices
July 24, 2024 Uinta County Herald Legals
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Todd and Sheila Whittaker have applied for a Subdivision Permit per the Uinta County Planning and Zoning requirements for a 38-acre parcel in the W …
July 17, 2024 Uinta County Herald Legals
FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE WHEREAS, default in the payment of principal and interest has occurred under the terms of a Promissory Note (the “Note”) dated July 26, 2022, executed and …
July 10, 2024 Uinta County Herald Legals
PUBLIC NOTICE City of Evanston INVITATION TO BID EVANSTON RECREATION CENTER, LOCKER REPLACEMENT PROJECT The City of Evanston will accept bids for Evanston Recreation Center, …
Opinion
Amy Edmonds

Angry out-of-state election tactics threaten the Wyoming way

I don’t know about you but I’m tired of all the political anger. The emotion itself is untrustworthy and just so incredibly exhausting. Who in the world can be angry all the time? …

Or maybe we’re wrong

When he was young, my son and I played a game that I call Or Maybe. We’d see a stranger somewhere and we’d come up with possible explanations for whatever behavior they were exhibiting at …
Poll
In my house, we track how Wyoming is portrayed on TV. It’s become a bit of a joke. In the series “Yellowstone,” the murdered are told they’re being “taken to the train …
By Rob Mortimore Gazette Publisher   The 2024 election cycle is in full swing and with its return, you can be sure that many other things will follow. Arguments at the dinner …
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Wyoming News
Gas prices on the rise again in Wyoming, across the country
CHEYENNE (WNE) — Average gasoline prices in Wyoming have risen 2.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.31 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy.com’s survey of 494 stations …
Carbon monoxide can be a silent summer killer
The highest percentage of carbon monoxide exposures occur during the winter months. However, carbon monoxide exposures can happen any time of year, especially during natural disasters and power …
New safe haven law went into effect this month
During the 2024 Legislative session, House Bill 0090 was passed into law with an effective date of July 1. Known as the Safety for a Newborn Child Act, this law updates the existing Safe Haven …
Nuclear bill expected to be boon for Wyo.
CASPER (WNE) — President Biden on Wednesday signed a seminal bill that sets the stage for a new era of American nuclear energy, and Wyoming is poised to benefit if a nuclear renaissance takes …
Contemplating growing crowds, Grand Teton wants to hear from you
With all signs pointing to more people clamoring to hike Grand Teton National Park’s iconic trails, drink in its majestic views and find parking in its crowded lots, the park’s …
Web Extras

Extreme heat, wildfires and weather events: Prepare for the unexpected this summer, inside and outside the home

(BPT) - Wildfires and extreme weather conditions have brought greater attention to poor air quality, and while some areas may be more affected than others, air quality and pollution are still a major …

Standout college athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics

BestColleges highlights several of the standout student-athletes who qualified to compete for Team USA at this year's Summer Olympics in Paris.

Marine Toys for Tots' Christmas in July Campaign Delivers Hope to Children in Need

Marine Toys for Tots' Christmas in July Campaign Delivers Hope to Children in Need

(NewsUSA) - Marine Toys for Tots, best known as the Nation's premier children's Christmastime charity, doesn't wait until the holiday season to support children in need. Toys for Tots has evolved …

The 5 most popular international summer travel destinations in 2024

Airalo compiled a ranking of the five most popular international summer travel destinations using information from Google Flights.

Give Your Grilling Game a Flavor Boost: 3 tips to make summer meals deliciously memorable

(Family Features) Make sure your grill game is on fire this summer. The right prepping, seasoning and grilling techniques can help you serve your favorite foods.

Netflix cancels cheapest plan as subscribers have to choose

Giant Freakin Robot reports that Netflix is phasing out its cheapest ad-free subscription tier for existing subscribers and asking them to choose a new plan to stay tuned into the world's largest streamer.

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