Body recovered from Jackson Lake
A body discovered on Sunday in Jackson Lake is believed to be that of Wesley Dopkins, a kayaker who went missing in Grand Teton National Park last year. The 43-year-old Minnesota man was last seen kayaking with a friend on Jackson Lake on June 15, 2024, before being separated by high winds. Read the full story.
Airman pleads not guilty to fatal shooting in Cheyenne
On Monday, an F.E. Warren Air Force Base airman charged with involuntary manslaughter pleaded not guilty in Laramie County District Court. Airman 1st Class Jadan Orr, 20, is suspected of firing a gun through an apartment wall, killing Senior Airman Joshua Aragon, 23, a security force specialist. Read the full story.
Jackson says no to big hotel with elevator for cars
On Monday, the Jackson Town Council unanimously rejected a California developer’s proposal to construct a six-story building with three underground levels and a parking elevator on a small lot near a busy intersection. Residents have sharply criticized the proposed hotel. Read the full story.
Man sentenced for vehicle theft with baby on board
Patrick Brown, 29, was sentenced to 8-10 years in prison for stealing a running vehicle with an infant child inside from a Riverton home while the mother was unloading it. The judge expressed concern for the mother, who has received a barrage of criticism on social media, and advised the “people in the cheap seats” not to “throw rocks in a glass house.” Read the full story.
Powell councilman opposes smaller corner lots
Last week, the Powell City Council overwhelmingly supported a proposal to allow smaller corner lots in new developments. One builder predicts that his homes on smaller corner lots will cost about $15,000 less than those on regular-sized parcels. Councilman Tim Sapp, the lone dissenting vote, told the Powell Tribune that he is concerned about increasing density and does not believe the change is necessary. Read the full story.
