By Aaron Voos, Public Relations USDS Forest Service

Forest Service News Release

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service announced mid July that it is investing $2,040,000 in projects to reduce wildfire risk and restore healthy forests through the Good Neighbor Authority.   

Made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the investments will fund the following projects:

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

By Aaron Voos, Public Relations USDS Forest Service

Forest Service News Release

All classifications of e-bikes must stay on roads and trails designated for motorized use. 

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

The Saratoga Ranger Station stands as a vital resource for both nature enthusiasts and the local community. During a recent visit to the station, Jason Armbruster, shed light on the multifaceted role of this Forest Service outpost.

By Alex Bakken

Sheriff, Carbon County, Wyoming

By K.J. Schricker    

Writer, Carbon County Comet

This month had brought us a more interesting sky than usual. While the County Fair was punctuated by a Sturgeon Super Moon, the start of the school year brings us something more rare. A Super Blue Moon happens about every 10-14 years and won’t be along again until March of 2037.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

There are a lot of improvements going on with the parks in Rawlins. Parks and Recreation Director Jason Sehon is proud to talk about the fun activities that can be enjoyed.

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Last week, Mary-Pat Whitfield had a visitor in her garage which gave her a bit of stress. A Prairie Rattlesnake was curled up by the door.

By K.J. Schricker

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

As August began, the night sky over Carbon County Fair was adorned with a breathtaking celestial spectacle. The Sturgeon Moon, also known as August’s Full Moon, made its closest visit to Earth, casting a radiant glow over the landscape and punctuating the closing night of the much-awaited Ranch Rodeo.

Article Submitted by Valley Service Organization

The Valley Service Organization (VSO) recently presented the “Marty Perue Golden Pitchfork” award to Carol Blake, representing the Blake family, as part of the organization’s efforts to encourage and acknowledge the beautification of local properties.

By Mike Armstrong    

Writer, Carbon County Comet

There is a way to get rid of those pesky insects, like grasshoppers for instance, that comes from the

1940s. This method was recommended by Popular Mechanics Press in their book on gardening published in 1942.

By K.J. Schricker

Writer, Carbon County Comet

The West is filled with iconic images of mankind’s need to travel and trade, like natives pulling travois, grand trading canoes of the Voyageurs and the lone prospector with his overburdened donkey. In the past few decades, an ideal creature from another continent has come to the Platte Valley.