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Headlines: Rocket Miner designated newspaper of record for Sublette County legal notices Pinedale Roundup newspaper abruptly closes along with 7 other Wyoming newspapers WHICH DOOR TO USE: Sublette County’s first hospital opens August 4 Brian Nesvik confirmed to lead U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Fire danger elevated to VERY HIGH for Teton Interagency Dispatch area Dutch Joe Bridge Replacement Project underway on Pinedale Ranger District 30-Day Public Notice of Skilled Nursing Facility Relocation and New Services Jonah Energy donates $100,000 for new ambulance in Sublette County Cheatgrass treatments planned by BLM and Sublette County in July & August Pinedale Local: Sage & Snow Garden Tour & Dinner Aug. 9 Isabel Jewelry Pop Up August 13 Garden of Beauty – July 21, 2025 Garden of Beauty – July 14, 2025 The Great Pine Creek Duck Derby 2025 August 15 in Pinedale Ask Flora—Summer 2025 Green River Valley Program Community Picnic Sept. 7

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Rocket Miner designated newspaper of record for Sublette County legal notices (posted 8/9/2025)
After demise of the Pinedale Roundup newspaper
Sublette County
On Friday, August 8, 2025, Sublette County posted this announcement on their Facebook page:
"The Board of County Commissioners convened a special meeting on August 8, 2025 to address the need to designate a new official newspaper for Sublette County legal notices, after the abrupt closure of the Pinedale Roundup. The Commissioners have designated the Rocket Miner as the new official county newspaper. The Rocket Miner currently has 404 digital subscribers in Sublette County and offers mail delivery of the physical paper. The publisher is also looking into the possibility of providing local pickup locations, such as newsstands, within Sublette County. The Rocket Miner will transmit all legal notices to wyopublicnotices.com for FREE access for the public. Those legals can be accessed for the past 60 days using this link:
https://wyopublicnotices.com/(S(fo3l23ihtp1buqw3j1tofwxp))/Search.aspx
When on this site, the user does have the option to filter for their desired time constraint, publication name, etc.

Thank you for your help in spreading this information to everyone in Sublette County and for your patience through this transition!"

Related Links:
www.sublettecowy.gov Sublette County website
Sublette County Facebook page
Pinedale Roundup newspaper abruptly closes along with 7 other Wyoming newspapers By Pinedale Online! August 6, 2025

Pinedale Roundup newspaper abruptly closes along with 7 other Wyoming newspapers (posted 8/6/2025)
News Media Corp announces closure of company
Pinedale Online!
News Media Corp, the parent company of the Pinedale Roundup and many other newspapers, abruptly notified employees of eight of their Wyoming newspapers on Wednesday, August 6th, that they were closing the company and terminating employees permanently as of August 6th. The company cited financial challenges, decreased revenue, increased expenses, and the recent failure to sell the company as some of the reasons for closing the company. They said in their termination letter to employees the shuttering was in no way a reflection of the employees’ performance or dedication to the company. The Thursday, August 7, 2025 edition of the Pinedale Roundup won’t go to press.

The Pinedale Roundup has been in publication since 1904. News Media Corp, based out of Rochelle, Illinois, also owns and operates more than 150 publications in Arizona, Illinois, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming.

Pinedale Roundup managing editor, Cali O’Hare, posted on www.pinedaleroundup.com, a letter to the community:
By Cali O'Hare, Pinedale Roundup Managing Editor, cohare@pinedaleroundup.com

Dear friends, neighbors and subscribers,
We are heartbroken to bring you one final piece of news. After 121 years serving Sublette County, the Pinedale Roundup — along with all of its sister papers — were notified this morning, August 6, that our parent company, News Media Corporation, is closing its doors permanently, effective today. This means the doors to all of our community papers across Wyoming have closed permanently. All of our employees at the Roundup and at our sister papers have lost their jobs, effective today and without notice.Tomorrow's Pinedale Roundup will not be sent to the press, although it was built and ready for newsstands. The July 31, 2025, Pinedale Roundup is the last edition of the Roundup to be printed.

Our hearts are broken for our colleagues and our communities. We all deserved better than this, and we wish we could have said a proper goodbye.

- Cali O'Hare, Managing Editor of the Pinedale Roundup (July 2022-August 2025).

Related Links:
Blindsided: 8 Wyoming Towns Lose Their Newspapers After Abrupt Shutdown By Greg Johnson, Cowboy State Daily, August 6, 2025

WHICH DOOR TO USE: Sublette County’s first hospital opens August 4 (posted 8/4/2025)
New facility brings full spectrum of care—primary, urgent, and emergency—to Pinedale, Wyoming
Sublette County Health
On Monday, August 4, 2025, Sublette County celebrates a milestone decades in the making: the opening of its first hospital. With this launch, Sublette is no longer the only county in Wyoming without a hospital—and local residents now have access to a full range of healthcare services close to home.

The new Sublette County Hospital is part of the Sublette County Health campus and offers a full Emergency Room, modern imaging services including MRI and mammography, outpatient lab draws, and more, all in addition to the ongoing services provided at the Pinedale Medical Clinic.

But with new services come new questions: Which door should you use?

Here’s a guide to help the community navigate the difference between routine care, urgent care, and emergency care—and which entrance to use at our new facility.

Routine Care — For regular checkups, medication refills, and minor concerns
If you have a scheduled primary care appointment, you’ll continue to use the Pinedale Medical Clinic entrance, just as you always have. This includes:
- Annual checkups
- Chronic condition management
- Prescription refill appointments
- Follow-up visits

Urgent Care — For issues that can’t wait for an appointment but aren’t life-threatening
The Urgent Care Clinic is open Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and is also accessed through the Pinedale Medical Clinic door. This is the best place to go for:
- Sprains or minor injuries
- Rashes or minor infections
- Earaches, sore throats, and fevers
- Small cuts

If you feel sick or hurt and aren’t sure if it’s an emergency, Urgent Care is a great first stop. If our providers determine you need a higher level of care, you can access the Emergency Room.

Emergency Room — For life-threatening or serious conditions
If you are experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, signs of a stroke, traumatic injury, or severe bleeding, come directly to the new Emergency Room entrance at the hospital. This entrance is open 24/7 every day. ER nurses will triage each patient—meaning they assess how urgent your condition is and ensure the sickest patients are treated first.

Please use the ER responsibly. If you walk into the Emergency Room—even with a minor issue—you will be registered, evaluated, and billed at the Emergency level. Under federal law (EMTALA), we are required to treat all patients who enter the ER at the Emergency Room level and cannot refer you back to Urgent Care, even if your condition is non-emergent.

However, if you walk into Urgent Care with a more serious condition, you are able to access the Emergency Room, ensuring you get the appropriate care.

Outpatient Services — Lab work, imaging, and specialty appointments
If you have an appointment for:
- Lab work
- MRI
- CT scan
- Mammogram
- X-ray
- Other outpatient imaging or testing
Please come through the main entrance of the new hospital and check in at the front desk in the new lobby.

"This hospital is a game-changer for our community," said Sublette County Health COO Lindsey Bond. "But we know the new options can be a little confusing at first. We’re here to help our residents get the right care at the right time—without having to leave the county."

As Sublette County enters a new era of healthcare access, understanding "which door to use" ensures the system runs efficiently, care is affordable, and every patient gets the level of treatment they need.

To learn more about Sublette County Hospital and available services, visit www.sublettehospitaldistrict.org.

There will be a ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, Sept 25th at 2pm. The community is invited to join in celebrating this new facility.

Brian Nesvik holds the head of the poached deer in this 2008 file photo. At the time, he was Wyoming Game and Fish South Pinedale Game Warden. Photo courtesy WGFD.

Brian Nesvik confirmed to lead U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (posted 8/3/2025)
On August 1, 2025, the U.S. Senate confirmed Brian Nesvik to be the Director of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Nesvik served as Wyoming Game and Fish Department Director for more than 29 years before retiring in 2024. Nesvik served as a Game Warden in Casper, Elk Mountain and Pinedale, Wyoming. He also served in the Wyoming Army National Guard for 35 years, retiring with the rank of brigadier general. He graduated from the University of Wyoming. President Trump nominated Brian Nesvik to serve as the next Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on February 12, 2025.

Fire danger elevated to VERY HIGH for Teton Interagency Dispatch area (posted 7/30/2025)
No restrictions currently in place
Teton Interagency Fire
Teton Interagency Fire managers have elevated the fire danger rating to "very high" for Grand Teton National Park, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge. Conditions in the Teton Interagency Dispatch area are drying rapidly, and a fire may start easily, spread rapidly and burn intensely. Everyone is asked to practice heightened fire safety at all times.

Fire managers use a variety of factors to determine fire danger ratings including the moisture content of fuels (how dry grasses, shrubs and trees are); projected weather conditions (including temperatures and possible wind events); the ability of fire to spread after ignition; and the availability of firefighting resources nationwide.

So far this year, Teton Interagency Fire personnel have extinguished 75 unattended or abandoned campfires. Abandoned campfires can quickly escalate into wildfires, and if your campfire sparks a wildfire, you can be held responsible for the cost of putting it out.

What you can do
During times of elevated fire danger, the safest option is to not build a campfire at all. Dress warmly and use layers instead of relying on a campfire for warmth. If you choose to have a campfire where it’s allowed:
• Never leave a campfire unattended or abandoned.
• Have a shovel and water bucket on hand.
• Use several gallons of water to fully extinguish your campfire.
• Drown, stir, feel and repeat until the ashes are cold to the touch.
• Break up charred logs and cover all remains with dirt.

Other considerations
• Do not park on tall grass as that grass can ignite when in contact with a hot vehicle.
• If pulling a trailer, ensure your chains are clear of the ground as small sparks could start roadside fires.
• If you come across an abandoned campfire and it is within your power, please put it out and contact Teton Interagency Dispatch to report its location.

For the latest fire updates, safety tips, and current fire restrictions, visit TetonFires.com. To report smoke or a fire, call the Teton Interagency Fire Dispatch Center at 307-739-3630.

Dutch Joe Bridge Replacement Project underway on Pinedale Ranger District (posted 7/29/2025)
Visitors might see delays on the Big Sandy Road during August
Bridger-Teton National Forest
Work is underway to replace the Dutch Joe Bridge on the Pinedale Ranger District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest. Contractors began staging and installing a temporary bypass bridge downstream of the existing crossing on Friday, July 25. The temporary bridge will allow continued access while the aging structure is removed and replaced.

Delivery of the new 80-foot permanent replacement bridge is expected later this week. The bridge will be transported and offloaded just south of the Forest boundary before being carefully hauled to the project site via truck and trailer. Due to the narrow, single-lane nature of the Big Sandy Road (NFSR 370850), motorists should anticipate traffic delays due to slow-moving equipment.

There are currently no road closures associated with the project; however, construction activity will continue through August. Visitors traveling in the Big Sandy area are encouraged to plan ahead and allow for extra time while passing through the work zone.

For updates on the Dutch Joe Bridge replacement, contact the Pinedale Ranger District at 307-367-4326.

30-Day Public Notice of Skilled Nursing Facility Relocation and New Services (posted 7/24/2025)
Sublette County Health
NOTICE TO THE COMMUNITY: The Sublette Center skilled nursing facility, currently located at 333 N. Bridger Avenue, Pinedale, WY 82941, will be relocating to its new home, Heritage Home, at 550 Fremont Lake Road, Pinedale WY 82941.

This move is scheduled to occur on or after August 26, 2025, pending final licensing and regulatory approval.

The new facility, named Heritage Home, is a modern, thoughtfully designed skilled nursing facility that prioritizes comfort, safety, and dignity. In addition to our ongoing skilled nursing services, we are proud to announce the addition of a new 10-bed Memory Care Unit, specifically designed to support residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

Contact information: Phone 307-367-4161
Website: https://www.sublettehospitaldistrict.org/sublettcenterinfo

For more information or questions, please contact our team directly. We are excited to begin this next chapter in long-term care for Sublette County.

Jonah Energy donates $100,000 for new ambulance in Sublette County (posted 7/23/2025)
Sublette County Health Foundation
Jonah Energy has made a powerful investment in the health and safety of Sublette County with a $100,000 donation to fund a new ambulance for Sublette County EMS. This contribution completed the funding needed for the life-saving vehicle, which also received $119,639 in grant support from the State Loan and Investment Board (SLIB) through the Mineral Royalty Grant program and $150,000 from the Sublette County Health Foundation.

"Jonah Energy is proud to support the dedicated EMS professionals who serve our communities," said Brian Reger, CEO of Jonah Energy. "There is nothing more essential than emergency medical services in a rural area like ours. Supporting local healthcare is one of the many ways we strive to be a responsible and engaged community partner."

The new ambulance will replace a vehicle that has been in continuous service since 2001 and has logged over 294,000 miles. The upgrade will help ensure that EMS teams can continue to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies across the county’s vast landscape.

"This is a life-saving piece of equipment," said Brian Merry, Director of Sublette County EMS. "Our crews cover hundreds of square miles every day, often in extreme weather or on rough terrain. Having reliable, up-to-date equipment is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. We are deeply grateful to both Jonah Energy and the State of Wyoming for their support."

The Mineral Royalty Grant program is administered by the Wyoming Office of State Lands and Investments. It is specifically designed to fund infrastructure projects that provide essential services to Wyoming communities.

State Auditor Kristi Racines, a member of the SLIB board, noted, "The SLIB board is committed to strengthening local government services across the state. This is a great example of how state resources and private investment can work together to deliver real, lasting impact for Wyoming residents."

When Wyoming became a state in 1890, the federal government granted approximately 4.2 million acres of land to the state. Under the Wyoming Constitution, the Board of Land Commissioners is charged with managing these trust lands to generate sustainable revenue for public schools and institutions, including through mineral royalties. The proceeds from leasing state lands for surface and sub-surface uses directly support programs like the Mineral Royalty Grant.

Jonah Energy LLC is a leading oil and gas exploration and development company headquartered in Denver, Colorado with operations in the Green River Basin of Wyoming and Permian Basin in New Mexico. As one of the largest privately held producers in the United States, Jonah Energy is committed to producing oil and natural gas in an environmentally responsible manner.

The company consistently demonstrates its dedication to the people of Sublette County—not only through safe and sustainable energy production, but through generous support of essential local services like emergency medical care. Their leadership, integrity, and community focus make them an invaluable partner to the region.

With this combined funding from the Health Foundation, the State of Wyoming and Jonah Energy, Sublette County EMS is now equipped with the tools it needs to respond to emergencies with greater speed, reliability, and safety.

Cheatgrass treatments planned by BLM and Sublette County in July & August (posted 7/15/2025)
Bureau of Land Management.
PINEDALE, WYOMING – The Bureau of Land Management Pinedale Field Office, in coordination with the Sublette Country County Weed and Pest Control District, Forest Service and the State of Wyoming, plans to implement cheatgrass treatments on multiple BLM-managed lands, partner and private lands throughout the county starting July 15. Treatments depend on weather conditions meeting application requirements.

The Sublette County Weed and Pest’s aerial contract applicator will treat areas along the Wind River front and Wyoming Range daily through August, using multiple helicopters.

The roads leading to active treatment areas will be marked in the field with signs. Please avoid these active treatment areas to allow for work to continue. Updates will be posted weekly on the Sublette County Weed and Pest facebook page.

Cheatgrass, a non-native invasive annual grass, competes with native vegetation for resources. It grows in the interspace between native plants where it competes for resources, causes an increase in fine fuels and fire frequency, and changes the landscape for sagebrush obligate species, and reduces grazing opportunities. This treatment is part of a large-scale landscape level project to control cheatgrass and limit its spread, protecting native vegetation.

Treatments are a part of an ongoing project of the Sublette Invasive Species Taskforce managing cheatgrass. 2025 treatments are a culmination of many years of planning to acquire funding, environmental authority, and permissions. The scale is widespread and across multiple land jurisdictional boundaries. Most treatments occur on south facing slopes.

In the Wyoming Range, treatments generally will occur in the foothills from Black Canyon down through Lake Mountain, the little Colorado Desert and the Calpet Road. On Forest Service managed lands, treatments will be on the ridges and adjacent hillsides of Fremont, Halfmoon and Boulder Lakes. On BLM, north and south of Fremont, Halfmoon, Warren Bridge, Boulder, Scab Creek, Irish Canyon, Muddy Creek, Little and Big Prospect areas and towards Elk Mountain and the Sublette County Line. Along Highway 1919/189 down the rim. State and private lands in these areas will also be treated. The treatments around Silver, Pocket and Cottonwood Creeks will begin August 14 and continue until completed pending favorable weather conditions.

Aerial treatment details and information can also be found on their website at https://www.sublettecountyweed.com and SCWP Facebook page. For more information about BLM Wyoming, visit https://www.blm.gov/wyoming.

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