County implements Stage 1 fire restrictions ahead of summer heat

State designates Sublette Antelope Migration Corridor following local effort

Assessor to include property tax exemption flyers in upcoming mailings

Rising fuel costs prompt amendments to commercial air service agreement

Contract awarded for Sweetwater County Library parking lot repairs

Commissioners extend Wyoming Horse Racing lease through 2035

Maverik secures liquor license for new Highway 374 location

Ambulance service reports lower subsidy requests, new facility progress

County implements Stage 1 fire restrictions ahead of summer heat

SWEETWATER COUNTY, Wyo. - The Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Stage 1 fire restrictions, effective July 10 through Aug. 7. Sweetwater County Fire Warden Alan Adams recommended the measure due to impending 100-degree temperatures, high winds and critical fuel moisture levels. Under the resolution, open burning and fireworks are prohibited without written approval, while campfires in approved rings and enclosed charcoal grills remain permitted. The fire warden will monitor conditions weekly to determine if the restrictions need to be lifted or extended in August.

State designates Sublette Antelope Migration Corridor following local effort

SWEETWATER COUNTY, Wyo. - The state's official designation of the Sublette Antelope Migration Corridor has been completed, culminating months of work by a local advisory group. The multi-county local working group's recommendations were formally submitted to Gov. Mark Gordon, who signed off on the designation in Pinedale on June 26. The advisory group, which was chaired by a Sweetwater County commissioner, included representatives from Teton, Sublette, Lincoln, and Sweetwater counties. The collaborative effort was praised in the meeting, with officials noting the corridor's protection will balance development and conservation for the antelope population and future generations of Wyoming residents.

Assessor to include property tax exemption flyers in upcoming mailings

SWEETWATER COUNTY, Wyo. - The Sweetwater County Assessor's Office announced plans to include full-page informational flyers in upcoming property tax bills to ensure residents do not miss the 25 percent owner-occupied exemption deadline. The office noted that approved exemptions dropped significantly this year due to changes in state application requirements and a missed filing window by many taxpayers. The $1,300 to $1,500 printing and postage costs will be covered by the assessor's budget in a proactive effort to notify homeowners.

Rising fuel costs prompt amendments to commercial air service agreement

SWEETWATER COUNTY, Wyo. - The Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved amendments to the Wyoming Commercial Air Service Improvement Plan with SkyWest Airlines to address skyrocketing aviation fuel costs. Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport Director Devon Brubaker explained that while block hour rates are decreasing for fiscal year 2027, the rising cost to fuel aircraft necessitated the contract reopeners. The minimum revenue guarantee of roughly $4.98 million will continue to be split, with the state covering 60 percent and local entities — including the county, Rock Springs and Green River — covering the remaining 40 percent.

Contract awarded for Sweetwater County Library parking lot repairs

SWEETWATER COUNTY, Wyo. - The board unanimously approved a $12,621 contract for the Sweetwater County Library parking lot project. Sweetwater County Assistant Public Works Director Andy Hooten recommended awarding the bid to R&D Sweeping and Asphalt Maintenance LC, noting that the firm provided the lowest conforming bid. The project, which includes both base repairs and an alternative paving option, ultimately came in under the engineer's original estimate.

Commissioners extend Wyoming Horse Racing lease through 2035

SWEETWATER COUNTY, Wyo. - The Sweetwater County Events Complex secured a long-term usage agreement with Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC, extending their partnership through 2035. Sweetwater Events Complex Executive Director Kandi Pendleton said the extended lease provides predictable annual revenue and allows the racing organization to commit to significant facility upgrades, including a potential $1 million in stall improvements. Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC President Nick Hughes noted that the public-private partnership has safely grown the sport locally since 2011, with overall purses expected to reach nearly $4.5 million next year.

Maverik secures liquor license for new Highway 374 location

SWEETWATER COUNTY, Wyo. - Maverik successfully secured a retail liquor license transfer for its new location at 8900 Highway 374 near Green River. While the initial application requested 24-hour general store operations, County Clerk Cynthia Lane clarified that a county resolution strictly prohibits alcohol sales between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. The board approved the transfer unanimously after establishing that the applicant understood the rules and agreed to strictly restrict alcohol sales during the county's prohibited operating hours.

Ambulance service reports lower subsidy requests, new facility progress

SWEETWATER COUNTY, Wyo. - Castle Rock Ambulance Service reported a decrease in county subsidy requests for the upcoming year, dropping by $100,000 to $1.7 million. Castle Rock Hospital District CEO Bailie Dockter informed the board that despite a slight downturn in 911 calls, the agency has stabilized staffing and successfully reduced overtime costs. The regionalized service is also on track to move into its new 8,000-square-foot facility on Gateway Boulevard by November, which will provide a local hub for community cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency medical technician training classes.

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