Lawyers for the utility and local businesses said they were close to negotiating a settlement and hope to present it to the commission Friday. The National Park Service and the state have discussed the land, which Wyoming is willing to sell. An act of Congress is needed to authorize such purchases. Thursday, May 3 Moose - Grand Teton National Park officials renewed grazing permits while a congressional task force nears completion of a study that could lead to elimination of cattle in the park.
Opponents say grazing damages vegetation.
Supporters say it helps keep ranching profitable and reduces loss of open space. Most of the coal produced this year was bought under contract last year for lower prices. If longer-term contracts can be obtained at higher prices, then that might justify buying new equipment and expanding capacity, industry officials say. Bathing Suit Season will be here before you know it.