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What's left of the wooden fence around a Cody home's backyard after a hit-and-run driver took it out just after midnight Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026.

Cody Hit-And-Run Driver Demolishes Homeowner’s Fence, Hit With Felony Charge

A hit-and-run driver accused of demolishing a Cody homeowner’s wooden fence just after midnight Wednesday has been hit with a felony charge. “I could not believe the damage and amount of fence that had been destroyed,” said a neighbor.

Andrew RossiSeptember 23, 2026

Wyoming’s U.S. Sen. John Barrasso turned his attention briefly from Washington, D.C., politics to the state legislative races Tuesday to endorse Cody-based attorney David Hill for state House. His libertarian opponent isn't bothered by the move.

Barrasso Endorses Cody Republican For State House, Libertarian Opponent OK With It

Wyoming’s U.S. Sen. John Barrasso turned his attention briefly from Washington, D.C., politics to the state legislative races Tuesday to endorse Cody-based attorney David Hill for state House. Hill's libertarian opponent isn't bothered by the move.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 23, 2026

A Colorado man whose phone contained searches for “cliffs near me” before his pickup plunged off a Wyoming mountain road with his wife inside is now wanted in Wyoming for first-degree murder.

Man Faces Murder Charge After Pickup Plunged Off Wyoming Cliff With Wife Inside

A Colorado man whose phone contained searches for “cliffs near me” before his pickup plunged off a Wyoming mountain road with his wife inside is now wanted in Wyoming for first-degree murder. Investigators say their truck went over the cliff at 57 mph.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 22, 2026

The remains of 43-year-old Gillette man Derek Schaff, missing more than three months, were found Saturday by a K-9 named Taz during an extensive search of the Weston Hills Recreation Area. John LaBrec and his K-9 Taz came from Jackson Hole to help search. 

Remains Of Gillette Man Missing More Than Three Months Found In Rugged Terrain

The remains of a 43-year-old Gillette man missing more than three months were found Saturday by a K-9 named Taz during an extensive search of the Weston Hills Recreation Area. “I wouldn’t have seen the guy without (Taz),” said the K-9's handler.

Jen KocherSeptember 22, 2026

Bowhunter Ron Niziolek poses with a bull he shot Sept. 19, 2025. The photo was taken the next morning after he discovered the elk was partially eaten by a grizzly.

Cody Bowhunter Says He Did Nothing Wrong By Leaving Elk Partly Devoured By Grizzly

A Cody bowhunter said he did nothing wrong by leaving an elk that was partly devoured by a grizzly. Although he was charged by Game and Fish, he said skinning and quartering an elk with likely-tainted meat wasn't worth the risk of a grizzly confrontation.

Mark HeinzSeptember 22, 2026

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Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsSeptember 23, 2026

Neshako Kay and Robert Saad pose with their daughter. Robert leaves behind his wife and two young daughters.

‘Big Teddy Bear’: Truck Driver Killed In Snake River Canyon Leaves Wife, 2 Girls

A truck driver killed when his car plunged 50 feet into Wyoming’s Snake River Canyon on Friday leaves a wife and two small daughters. He was a “big teddy bear,” his wife said about the man who couldn’t go more than a few hours without talking to his kids.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 22, 2026

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Douglas Man Finally In Court, Pleads Not Guilty To 80 Child Sex Abuse Charges

Nearly two months after he fled to California while skipping his arraignment on dozens of child sex abuse and exploitation charges, John C. Smallbone was finally in a Converse County courtroom Tuesday. He pleaded not guilty to 80 child sex abuse charges.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 22, 2026

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Trump Order Could Finally Settle Heated Corner-Crossing Debate In Hunters’ Favor

President Trump has moved to settle the corner-crossing issue with an executive order that appears to favor hunters, supporters say. A fact sheet released by the White House says it will include efforts to “unlock checkerboarded and landlocked parcels.”

Mark HeinzSeptember 23, 2026

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Fremont County Ambulance: Maybe We Don't Have To Go On Strike After All

The president of the union representing Fremont County's ambulance workers said their planned strike is now delayed to Oct. 1 - the day their company's contract expires anyway. But he was optimistic Tuesday that local governments will soon have a way to keep the service running.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 23, 2026

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Wyoming Consumer Advocate Office Will Fight Rocky Mountain Power's 8.8% Rate Hike

Wyoming's Office of Consumer Advocate on Tuesday said it will fight Rocky Mountain Power's proposed 8.8% rate hike — its third in three years. They say they will recommend a significant reduction or an elimination of the proposed increase altogether.

Emma Jane JacksonSeptember 22, 2026

Hunters apparently took about five days to reach the four-wolf limit in an area where the famous Mollie’s pack denned, but no members of Yellowstone National Park's oldest pack were killed, a Wyoming Game and Fish official said Monday.

Game And Fish Confirms No Mollie's Pack Wolves Killed As Hunt Quota Reached

It took five days for hunters to reach the four-wolf quota in the Shoshone National Forest hunt areas where the famous Mollie’s Pack denned over the summer. Wyoming Game and Fish confirms that no wolves from Yellowstone's oldest pack were killed.

Mark HeinzSeptember 22, 2026

Dr. Doug Honken joined numerous vets opposing a bill that would have let non-veterinarians perform preg checks on livestock. Rep. Pepper Ottman, a bill proponent, debated with him and others.

Outspoken Veterinarians Kill Bill To Let Non-Vets Do Livestock Pregnancy Checks

Large-animal veterinarians pleaded for their livelihoods Tuesday when discussing a bill that would have let non-vets pregnancy-check livestock. One rancher cried during the hours-long debate. In the end, the bill died by an 8 to 5 vote.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 22, 2026

Months after the City of Cheyenne cut the ribbon on its new Belvoir Ranch trail system, the city council is set to consider the addition of a 140-megawatt solar and battery storage project on a different part of the 18,800-acre property.

Cheyenne City Council to Consider 1,200-Acre Solar Project On Belvoir Ranch

Months after the City of Cheyenne cut the ribbon on its new Belvoir Ranch trail system, the city council is set to consider the addition of a 140-megawatt solar and battery storage project on a different part of the 18,800-acre property.

Emma Jane JacksonSeptember 22, 2026

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Urban Farm In Cheyenne Annexation Crosshairs Says Changes Could Shut Them Down

A 49-acre working farm the City of Cheyenne wants to annex says proposed changes to agricultural ordinances within the city limits could shut down operations like theirs. City officials say the changes are intended to be friendlier to urban farming.

Kate MeadowsSeptember 22, 2026

Pinedale’s Tip Top Search and Rescue rescued an injured horseback rider out of a tight crevice last week using sophisticated short-haul helicopter rescue training.

Pinedale Search And Rescue Pulls Bucked Horseback Rider Out Of Tight Crevice

Pinedale’s Tip Top Search and Rescue rescued an injured horseback rider out of a tight crevice recently using sophisticated short-haul helicopter rescue training. The man became wedged after his horse bucked him near Mount Darby in Sublette County.

Andrew RossiSeptember 22, 2026

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‘Those Brothers Loved Each Other’: Casper Family Grieves After Fatal Shooting

A Casper family is mourning a 24-year-old killed in a shooting Saturday involving his brother, who has since been released from custody. “Those brothers loved each other,” said their great-aunt, who is grieving one nephew and worried for the other.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 21, 2026

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Wyoming Group Bashes Hageman Bill Capping Conservation Easements At 30 Years

A Wyoming federal lands group is bashing a bill U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman has unveiled that would cap government conservation easements at 30 years. Hageman says it will balance landowners’ rights, while opponents claim it will harm conservation efforts.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 22, 2026

Guernsey resident and town council candidate Sue Fronapfel, left, after giving scathing criticism of a pair of council members. Member Jeremiah Fields, right, clashed with her after her comments during the Sept. 1 meeting, then again in the parking lot after the meeting.

“The Gloves Are Off:” Angry Town Council Meeting In Guernsey Spills Into Parking Lot

Guernsey Town Councilman Jeremiah Fields told candidate Sue Fronapfel “the gloves are off” in the town hall parking lot after they clashed during a council meeting earlier this month. "It's not a threat, but a promise," Fields reportedly told Fronapfel.

Kate MeadowsSeptember 21, 2026

State Sen. Chris Rothfuss, D-Laramie, is bringing back a bill that would allow independent power suppliers to compete with utility companies in Wyoming.

Facing Electricity Shortages, Wyoming Legislators Say Make Utilities Compete

Some Wyoming legislators are pushing a bill that would let independent power suppliers compete with utilities by selling to companies like trona mines and data centers. Four House members killed the effort, but it's coming back next week.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 21, 2026

At the end of the Laramie County Sheriff's Office's latest Truck Around and Find Out operation, another illegal driver was arrested driving the wrong way on 20th Street in downtown Cheyenne right in front of the sheriff's office.

Illegal Driver Going Wrong Way In Front Of Sheriff’s Office Was On ICE Watch List

The 17th and final illegal driver arrested during the latest Laramie County traffic safety enforcement operation was going the wrong way on a one-way street in front of the sheriff’s office. He almost hit a deputy and was on the ICE watch list.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 21, 2026

Lisa Evers has put yellow caution tape around her property, including the tree where her father's ashes are buried, to prevent Rocky Mountain Power from fire mitigation work.

Casper Mountain Residents Clash Over Rocky Mountain Power Coming Onto Their Land

Casper Mountain residents are clashing over Rocky Mountain Power’s wildfire mitigation work on their land. One refuses to let a subcontractor cut down the pine tree where her father's ashes are buried, but a neighbor is thrilled to see her own trees go.

Emma Jane JacksonSeptember 22, 2026

Curt Hjorth, left, died in February. His family, including brother Joel, is suing CBH Co-op over his death.

Family Of Gillette Man Sues Co-op, Claims It Caused His Stress-Related Death

A Gillette family is suing a South Dakota cooperative after a 62-year-old businessman died of stress-related ulcers in February. They claim the company deliberately bankrupted the man and ultimately caused his death, allegations the company denies.

Julie MankinSeptember 21, 2026

A Colorado fugitive was arrested after a 100-mph chase on U.S. 287 into Laramie that continued on a bare rim until the driver crashed through a cattle gate. A roadside witness took video and cheered as police raced past: “Go get ’em boys! Go get ’em.”

‘Go Get ’Em Boys!’: Fugitive Arrested In Laramie After 100 MPH, Bare-Rim Chase

A Colorado fugitive was arrested after a 100-mph chase on U.S. 287 into Laramie that continued on a bare rim until the driver crashed through a cattle gate. “Go get ’em boys! Go get ’em," cheers a roadside witness who took video as the chase raced past.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 21, 2026

Hunter Craig Ritchey and guide Mollie Dahl look for a pronghorn buck near Jeffrey City during the One Shot Antelope Hunt on Sept. 19, 2026.

Wyoming’s One-Shot Antelope Hunt Is All About Dropping A Buck With One Bullet 

The One Shot Antelope Hunt, a central Wyoming staple since 1940, is a test of skill for hunters — drop a buck pronghorn with a single shot. As hunters discovered near Jeffrey City on Saturday, it isn’t easy.

Mark HeinzSeptember 21, 2026

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Cheyenne Mom Admits Starving 50-Pound 13-Year-Old Son To Point Of Near Death

Through tears and with a shaky voice, the mother of a 50-pound 13-year-old admitted in a Cheyenne courtroom Monday morning she intentionally starved the boy to the point of pushing the teen close to death. Her husband’s child abuse trial starts Tuesday.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 21, 2026

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Connecticut Man Pleads Guilty To 2018 Saratoga Fishing Derby Scam, Faces 20 Years

A Connecticut man pleaded guilty last week to scamming the 2018 Saratoga Ice Fishing Derby. He sold an insurance policy against the derby’s $10,000 prize, and when someone caught the fish, he didn’t pay out. Kevin Kolenda faces up to 20 years in prison.

Renée JeanSeptember 21, 2026

"Valley of the Giants: Romans 15:13," an oil painting by Thomas Kegler, on the runway of the 45th Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale. Kegler's painting, which won the 2026 Spirit of Buffalo Bill and People's Choice Awards, sold for $22,500. 

Top 11 Selling Art From Cody's $1 Million Buffalo Bill Art Show And Sale

Here are the top 11 highest-selling pieces at the 45th Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale in Cody over the weekend where more than $1 million was raised. “Every year’s different, but it’s always glorious,” said Katelyn Parker, the director of the show.

Andrew RossiSeptember 21, 2026

Rodney Lee Anderson had a preliminary hearing last Friday in Weston County Circuit Court, where an attempted second-degree murder charge, two counts of aggravated burglary and an interference charge were all bound over to District Court.

Manhunt Suspect Hit With Attempted Murder Charge For Shooting At Weston Co. Deputy

A man accused of firing at a Weston County deputy who helped him get a hotel room is headed to district court on attempted second-degree murder charges. He told DCI agents he remembered the deputy getting him the room — but not shooting at him.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 21, 2026

Third-generation Boulder Bar owner Burke Steele enjoys a beer on a break from running the bar.

Drinking Wyoming: The SOB Who Showed Up Four Days Late To The Boulder Bar

The crowd at the Boulder Bar on a Sunday in September offers a representative sample of rural Sublette County: rancher, fishing guide, washed-up rodeo rider and retired rig mechanic. "You’re the son of a bitch from the newspaper, aren't ya?” the owner says.

Zakary SonntagSeptember 20, 2026

Construction on the nuclear reactor for the TerraPower Natrium nuclear plant near Kemmerer, Wyoming, is underway. An advanced nuclear test facility also is taking shape at the site.

TerraPower Is Replacing Lead Contractor On Its Kemmerer Nuclear Plant

TerraPower is replacing the lead construction contractor on the next phase of its Natrium nuclear plant being built near Kemmerer, Wyoming. Mayor Robert Brown said he was surprised by the move, and construction on the first-of-its-kind plant is on track.

Emma Jane JacksonSeptember 21, 2026

Dennis Faerber, standing, watches archaelogists work at the Ladder Ranch during efforts to find the long-lost Jim Baker battle site. Inset is a portrait of Baker, circa 1876.

Savery Rancher Won’t Stop Searching For Jim Baker’s Long Lost 1841 Battle Site

Savery-area rancher Dennis Faerber has spent 18 years searching around the Little Snake River Valley for Jim Baker’s Long Lost 1841 battle site. He, and the Wyoming state archaeologist, believe they’re close to solving a 185-year-old mystery.

Renée JeanSeptember 20, 2026

Bags of garbage, a tire and pieces of a vehicle are among debris collected during a cleanup at the Fall Creek dispersed campsite. 

Feds Fed Up With Whoever Trashed Bridger-Teton Campsite With 500 Pounds Of Garbage

After hauling another 500-plus pounds of garbage out of a public campsite, Bridger-Teton National Forest officials are fed up with whoever keeps trashing the spot. It’s happened at least five times and is now the focus of a federal investigation.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 20, 2026

Former Sweetwater County School District 1 chief Paul Grube was appointed interim superintendent Sunday, less than a week after Joesph Libby was abruptly placed on administrative leave. “I’ll be honest with you, I never thought I’d be here,” Grube said.

Sweetwater County Brings Back Former Superintendent To Fill In After Suspension

Former Sweetwater County School District 1 chief Paul Grube was appointed interim superintendent Sunday, less than a week after Joesph Libby was abruptly placed on administrative leave. “I’ll be honest with you, I never thought I’d be here,” Grube said.

Kate MeadowsSeptember 21, 2026

The rugged Morrison Jeep Trail, which rises 6,500 feet onto the Beartooth Plateau northwest of Cody, Wyoming, has been blasted with explosives to open it for the first time in four years.

Morrison Jeep Trail Blasted To Open Its 27 Rugged Switchbacks After 4 Years Closed

The rugged Morrison Jeep Trail, which rises 6,500 feet to the Beartooth Plateau northwest of Cody, Wyoming, has been blasted with explosives to open it for the first time in four years. Hardore off-roaders seek the trail out for its 27 steep switchbacks.

Andrew RossiSeptember 20, 2026

Chancey Williams on horseback at the 2023 Cheyenne Frontier Days.

Country Music Star Chancey Williams Says Success Rooted In Wyoming

Moorcroft native Chancey Williams has shared stages with Toby Keith, played the Grand Ole Opry, and is in the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame. Despite his rise as a country music star, he says he looks forward to coming home to Wyoming the most.

Renée JeanSeptember 20, 2026

Elk 24 goes after a car at Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone in a video by the National Park Service, one of

To Protect Harem, Yellowstone's ‘King Of Mammoth’ Elk Will Fight Anything — Even Cars

Yellowstone’s huge Elk 24 — aka the “King of Mammoth” — will fight anything during the rut to protect his harem, even cars. Because other bull elk seem to avoid Mammoth, Elk 24 is usually ready to pick fights with anything and anybody in the area.

Andrew RossiSeptember 20, 2026

Artist and historian Larry Edgar examines the mysterious 1811 stones from Pappy-Po Butte at Old Trail Town in Cody. Edgar and his brother Bob Edgar investigated the butte after the first inscribed stone was found in 1978. Bob believed that the weathered sandstone inscriptions provide tantalizing physical evidence behind a much older local story of a battle on the butte.

Mysterious 1811 Pitchfork Ranch Rocks Change Timeline Of White Men In Bighorn Basin

Pitchfork Ranch cowboys had long heard about the battle of "Pappy-Po Butte," and the legends were affirmed when sandstone grave markers etched with "1811" were found. It's proof white men were in the Bighorn Basin earlier than thought, historians say.

Jackie DorothySeptember 20, 2026

After a career in the trenches as an NFL nose tackle, Rick “Big Ack” Ackerman moved to Wyoming and has spent nearly 30 years living out his Wild West dream. “I’m part mountain man, part cowboy,” he says.

How Rick Ackerman Went From The NFL To Wyoming Mountain Man And Musician

After a career in the trenches as an NFL nose tackle, Rick “Big Ack” Ackerman moved to Wyoming and has spent nearly 30 years living out his Western dream. “I’m part mountain man, part cowboy,” he says.

Leo WolfsonSeptember 20, 2026

Bowhunter Zach Key held a 2D moose decoy in front of him to cross an alfalfa field during his hunt for this huge bull moose in southwest Wyoming.

Wyoming Bowhunter Walks Behind Moose Decoy To Fool Huge Bulls In Alfalfa Field

Bowhunter Zack Key of La Barge was struggling with how to get within range of two huge Shiras bull moose hanging out in an alfalfa field in southwest Wyoming. Then he decided to try holding a cow moose decoy in front of him and just walk in. It worked.

Mark HeinzSeptember 20, 2026

Moving day for this autentic 1800s Chinese laundry and bath house, which now sits at the Pioneer Village in Lander.

Forgotten Lander Cabin Discovered To Be Historic 140-Year-Old Chinese Laundry

A forgotten cabin hiding behind a building on Lander’s Main Street was discovered to be the 140-year-old Chinese laundry of Sam Sing, an early and influential resident. The owner "was using the laundry as a storage shed,” said the local museum director.

Renée JeanSeptember 20, 2026

Auctioneer Troy Black keeps bids coming in for "High Ride," an oil painting by David Frederick Riley, during the 45th Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale. 

Cody's Buffalo Bill Art Show And Sale Bidders Pony Up More Than $1M In The Dark

A city-wide power outage didn't stop bidders in this weekend’s Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale from ponying up more than $1 million during one of the nation’s premier Western art events. The biggest spender was a bidder who bought nine pieces for more than $135,000.

Andrew RossiSeptember 20, 2026

Jackson Hole has never lacked for luxury, but Wyoming's newest $400 million private enclave takes stealth wealth to a whole new level at Teton Village, where memberships — on top of buying one of the 25 private club condos — start at $150,000 a year.

Inside The Exclusive $400 Million Hoback Club’s Ultra-Luxe Teton Village Homes

Jackson Hole has never lacked for luxury, but its newest $400 million private enclave takes stealth wealth to a whole new level at Teton Village. Cowboy State Daily scored a rare tour inside the Hoback Club’s 25 newly opened private club condos.

Renée JeanSeptember 19, 2026

Nonresidents wanting to fulfill their dreams of a Wyoming elk hunt should be willing to shell out a median of $8,000 for a guided hunt, while high-end adventures can hit $30,000.

Non-Residents Willing To Shell Out Up To $30,000 For A Wyoming Elk Hunt

Nonresidents wanting to fulfill their dreams of a Wyoming elk hunt should be willing to shell out a median of $8,000 for a guided hunt, while high-end adventures can hit $30,000. Wyoming is the sweet-spot for big-game hunters, says Guy Eastman.

Mark HeinzSeptember 19, 2026

The "big block" containing the articulated arm and ribcage of "Rex Junior," a sub-adult Tyrannosaurus rex from the Zerbst Ranch in eastern Wyoming. This specimen, being studied at the University of Chicago's Fossil Lab, could be the best-preserved and most important T.rex specimen ever found.

Found On Newcastle Ranch, 'Rex Jr.' Could Be Most Important T. Rex Ever Discovered

"Rex Junior" is a partial but perfectly preserved Tyrannosaurus skeleton found on the Zerbst Ranch in eastern Wyoming. A paleontologist said that the "extraordinary specimen" could rewrite 100 years of knowledge about how the T. rex looked.

Andrew RossiSeptember 19, 2026

After years in decline and die-off, the once-stunning Aspen Alley corridor in southern Wyoming’s Sierra Madre Mountains is making a comeback. Withing five years, “We'll have aspen so thick it'll be hard to walk through there,” says area rancher Dennis Faerber.

Slowly But Surely, Wyoming's Once-Stunning Aspen Alley Making A Comeback

After years in decline and die-off, the once-stunning Aspen Alley corridor in southern Wyoming’s Sierra Madre Mountains is making a comeback. Withing five years, “We'll have aspen so thick it'll be hard to walk through there,” says an area rancher.

Andrew RossiSeptember 19, 2026

When Ben Arthur saw that his grandson could not play rough with his toys, he felt nostalgic for the toys his own grandpa had made him. These wooden toys could be thrown across the room and not lose a wheel or be pulled around for hours without falling apart. 

Kirby’s ‘Grandpa Ben' Makes Old-School Wooden Toys Kids Can Beat The Crap Out Of

Ben Arthur of Kirby — aka ‘Grandpa Ben’ — has spent the past 40 years making colorful and Wyoming-tough old-school wooden toys that are meant for kids to beat the crap out of. “Kids today need to have toys like I had as a kid,” he said.

Jackie DorothySeptember 19, 2026

Casper police investigate a fatal shooting that happened just after 12 a.m. Saturday in the 700 block of North McKinley Street.

Early-Morning Shooting In Casper Leaves One Man Dead, Another In Custody

A Casper man was shot and killed early Saturday morning during what local police say is believed to be an altercation between two men who knew each other. “The apparent shooter is in custody and is cooperating with police,” the CPD reports.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 19, 2026

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PinYour Wyoming Sunrise: Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Today's Wyoming sunrise was captured by Allison Bolgiano. Allison writes, "Wind River Range at sunrise behind the Pinedale Elementary School."

Photo by Allison Bolgiano

Today's question to Don Day

Mark James Mullins of Douglas
In regard to your thunderstorm season article, can you reassess the data on a per-capita basis, especially when considering population of the states? It could affect me as I own a hill on my property which I plan a communications tower and likely will have a lightning rod installed when it goes in.
Don Day
FEMA has a good lightning database that takes into account lightning risk, potential property loss, etc. based on population and lightning frequency. Data is available on a county by county basis. Lots and lots of lightning data available here which may help in quest for more lightning information. https://hazards.fema.gov/nri/lightning
DD

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Wyoming Has Powered America, We’re Ready for What Comes Next

Wyoming can help power America’s next chapter. Getting it right means listening to local voices, protecting existing utility customers, and creating opportunities that endure long after construction ends.

September 21, 2026

Lock Stock & Barrel Auction October 23-25.

Buffalo Bill’s Rifle, Rare Winchesters and Western Treasures Headline Three-Day Cody Auction

Lock Stock & Barrel Auctions will bring more than 1,500 lots to the historic Cody Auditorium Oct. 23–25, offering Wyoming collectors a chance to handle history, swap stories and enjoy three days of live auction excitement.

September 16, 2026

Aerial view of Legacy Institute Dentals state of the art Facility in Casper, Wyoming. 

A Year of Transformation. A Lifetime of Smiles.

From life-changing dental implants to full-mouth restoration, Legacy Institute Dental is celebrating a year of helping patients rediscover the power of a healthy smile.

September 14, 2026

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Gail Symons: Hey Maybe Campaign Like Voters Are Human Beings

Columnist Gail Symons writes, "The audience had given Bextel its time and attention. A closing statement is a chance to tell voters why they should support her. She spent much of hers attacking other people."

Gail SymonsSeptember 21, 2026

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Joan Barron: 'L-Triple C' Out, 'Wyoming State College' In, Like It Or Not

Columnist Joan Barron writes, “I think Wyoming State College is kind of lame. I find more appeal in “College of the High Plains.” Or something with “Frontier” in it. The college has a new brand, but it has no boots or lace. It has just a plain cotton frock.”

Joan BarronSeptember 19, 2026

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Bill Sniffin: What To Do When Weather Closes Roads Here In Big Wonderful Wyoming

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “There are some places in Wyoming I call ‘pinch points’ like South Pass and Wind River Canyon. When they are closed you are screwed. You are just stranded. So, what to do? Weather reports are very accurate. It is best to pay attention and plan ahead.”

Bill SniffinSeptember 19, 2026

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