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Vandalism at Heart Mountain landmark, state land sparks request for tips
Wyoming Public Radio
Four separate incidents of vandalism have damaged the historic hospital at the Heart Mountain National Historic Landmark, Wyoming Public Radio reports. The most recent incident occurred late on Nov. 13, with others occurring over the past two months. The Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation is asking anyone with information to contact the Park County Sheriff’s Office. Read the full story.

Laramie County school board opposes city stormwater fee
Wyoming Tribune Eagle
The Laramie County School District 1 Board is opposing Cheyenne’s new stormwater fee, which it estimates could cost about $230,000 for district properties. Among other actions, board members unanimously adopted a resolution authorizing continued advocacy and potential litigation, the Wyoming Tribune Eagle reports. Read the full story.

Douglas City Council dumps new liquor ordinance
Douglas Budget
The Douglas City Council voted down a charter ordinance that may have allowed more local liquor licenses, albeit by contradicting and potentially overriding state statute. Much of the council voiced concerns last week about the potential conflict with state law, the Douglas Budget reports. Read the full story.

Grand Targhee Resort delays ski season opening
Jackson Hole Daily
For the first time since 2021, the ski hill in Alta is postponing its opening day, which was scheduled for Friday. The resort will open when it’s good and ready, and cold and snowy, the Jackson Hole Daily reports. So far this month, there has been neither enough snow nor cold enough temperatures to produce artificial snow on the west side of the Tetons. Read the full story.