Earlier this month, a heat wave broke records across the country and also hit Wyoming hard. The increased heat is impacting rivers, fish and the guides that rely on them.
Environment
Lake Powell—Nation’s Second-Largest Reservoir—Hits Record Low
The popular recreation hot spot on the Arizona-Utah border has dwindled over the past 21 years due to low river flows exacerbated by warming temperatures.
Wildfire Smoke Is Dangerous. But There Are Ways to Mitigate Its Effects
This is the 22nd consecutive year of drought in the Colorado River Basin. And with extreme drought conditions comes an increased risk of wildfires.
Weekly News Roundup: Friday, July 16
Miss the headlines this week? Learn more about changes to the affordable housing program, drought mitigation measures and an increased risk of COVID-19 in Teton County.
Proposed Grand Targhee Expansion Raises Concerns in Teton Valley
Some local residents and community leaders fear that a major proposed expansion of Grand Targhee Resort could have significant negative impacts on transportation, housing and quality of life.
Drier Springs Bring Hotter Summers in the Withering Southwest
New research connects warmer temperatures to declining humidity levels throughout California, Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah.
Weekly News Roundup: Friday, July 9
Miss the headlines this week? Learn more about housing for human service employees, water quality and upcoming discussions for Targhee expansion.
After Decades Of Warming And Drying, The Colorado River Struggles To Water The West
Shortage declarations and restrictions are likely to go into effect in the Southwest in the coming months.
Weekly News Roundup: Friday, July 2
Miss the headlines this week? Learn more about fire danger, federal efforts to expand pay for firefighters and access to telehealth services.
