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Recent Deaths in Fremont County: Amend
Our condolences to the families and friends of the following:. Douglas “Scott” Amend, 54, of Riverton, Wyoming passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at his home. As were his wishes cremation has taken place and a private family memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, December 8, 2023, at Davis Funeral Home. To view full obituary, click here.
#WhatsHappening: Fremont County strategic plan public meetings concerning Lander area roads set for December 11/13
(Lander, WY) – DOWL and Fremont County invites Fremont County residents to participate in public meetings regarding the Fremont County Strategic Plans for Lower North Fork Road, North 2nd Street (beyond City limits), and Tweed Lane (beyond city limits). The purpose of the strategic plans is to evaluate existing...
#Activate10: Fremont County Cornhole hosting Riverton Elks Foodbasket Fundraiser
“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 communities.”. (Riverton, WY) – Join Fremont County Cornhole on Saturday,...
$68k raised at 2023 Festival of Trees
(Riverton, WY) – Last Friday, Community Entry Services (CES) held its annual fundraiser Festival of Trees Gala at the Fremont Center in Riverton. The event sold out and raised $68,000 for this non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives within their communities. Lining the...
Coffee Time: Local performers unite once again for 2023 Lander Community Christmas Chorale
(Lander, WY) – The KOVE 1330 AM / 107.7 FM Today in the 10 interview series Coffee Time continued today with host Vince Tropea, who recently spoke with Sarah Susanka, the choirmaster for the Lander Valley Community Choirs’ Christmas Chorale. Various groups will sing and perform carols/songs at...
RPD led on brief pursuit during DUI task force Friday night; eight arrests made in total
(Riverton, WY) – Friday evening, Riverton residents may have noticed an increased law enforcement presence in the city. A special task force of 7 officers spent the evening in Riverton to deter intoxicated driving and apprehend any violators. Law enforcement personnel from Lander PD, Fremont County sheriff’s office, Shoshoni...
New Home Needed: Meet the Latest Adorable Kittens Up for Adoption in lander, WY
Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of lander..
Multiple positions with advancement potential
The Fremont County Solid Waste Disposal District (District) is now accepting applications for several Truck Driver/Equipment Operator/Laborer Full-Time positions (Class A-CDL preferred) in the Riverton area, and a Waste Diversion/Recycling/Laborer position in Lander. Solid waste experience is not necessary as we will train the right candidate. Starting wages are accompanied...
2023 High School Basketball Preview: Riverton Boys
RIVERTON, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - It’s been a long 9 months for Riverton since they last took the basketball court, but they’re as excited as ever to get back into the season. “I’m so excited and as a senior you know this is our last hoorah, we’ve...
#LookBack: Pavillion through the years
Change arrived quickly on the Wind River Reservation in 1906. The 1905 Agreement between the Shoshone and Arapaho tribes and the United States Government sold 1.5 million acres of land north of the Wind River and opened the area for homesteading. By the spring of 1906, over 10,000 people waited...
Enter the 2023 Christmas Lights Competition
It’s the third annual Riverton Holiday Festival’s Christmas Light Competition! There’s still time to get entered for a chance at bragging rights and a trophy provided by Makerspace 307:) Get those houses looking Hallmark ready. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:. Clark Griswold Award for...