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Other cities in Wyoming have clashed over license plate reader cameras. Meanwhile, Glenrock's Flock system has gone without drama for the roughly two years it's been in place. But a local legislator worries about fewer rights and more surveillance.

Unlike Other Areas In Wyoming, Glenrock's Flock Cameras Bring Little Drama

Other cities in Wyoming have clashed over license plate reader cameras. Meanwhile, Glenrock's Flock system has gone without drama for the roughly two years it's been in place. But a local legislator worries about fewer rights and more surveillance.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2026

Fireworks over the Wyoming State Capitol

Happy 250th, America: Where To Watch Fireworks Across Wyoming

Dozens of Wyoming communities will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with bombastic fireworks displays, while others have been canceled because of extreme fire danger. Here's where Wyomingites can — and can't — see fireworks this Independence Day.

Andrew RossiJuly 03, 2026

The Cody Gunslingers with a 40-foot-long replica of a 1968 Winchester 94 Buffalo Bill .30-30 rifle in the 2026 Cody Stampede Parade. The rifle was originally built for America's bicentennial celebration in 1976 and fully restored for its return to the parade. 

America At 250: Thousands Pack Downtown Cody For Stampede Parade

Thousands of people packed along the route of the Cody Stampede Parade on Friday to kick off America’s 250th birthday. There were six George Washingtons, five grand marshals and a restored 40-foot Winchester that made its parade debut 50 years ago.

Andrew RossiJuly 03, 2026

Rob Piotter's signature red, white and blue buffalo art piece, which he made out of Wyoming centennial license plates representing all 23 Wyoming counties, is for sale.

Casper Man Turns Wyoming Centennial License Plates Into One-Of-A-Kind Buffalo

After spending decades collecting license plates from all 23 Wyoming counties, Rob Piotter of Casper turns them into one-of-a-kind buffalo sculptures. His red, white, and blue patriotic buffalo is made all from Wyoming Centennial plates.

Kate MeadowsJuly 03, 2026

A wolf was trying to feed on a bison carcass in Yellowstone recently when it was harassed and scared off by a drone. “It was hovering right over the wolf and kept going in,” said a wildlife photographer, noting that it's said its the fourth incident of an illegal drone in the park in the past month.

Wolf Harassed Off Bison Carcass In Latest Yellowstone Illegal Drone Intrusion

A wolf was trying to feed on a bison carcass in Yellowstone this week when it was harassed by a drone. “It was hovering right over the wolf and kept going in,” said a wildlife photographer who got video of the encounter.

Andrew RossiJuly 03, 2026

A Wyoming oilman says it missed out on $100-a-barrel oil during a seven-year fight to get the OK to drill on federal land in the Powder River Basin. "We would have had three months of oil at $100 a barrel,” said Howard Cooper, owner of Three Crown Petroleum. “Now we’ve lost 30% of value."

Wyoming Company Missed Out On $100 Oil With 7-Year Wait To Drill On Federal Land

A Wyoming oilman says it missed out on $100-a-barrel oil during a seven-year fight to get the OK to drill on federal land in the Powder River Basin. "We would have had three months of oil at $100 a barrel,” the owner said. “Now we’ve lost 30% of value."

Renée JeanJuly 03, 2026

A contractor is suing the two irrigation districts connected to the Wyoming-Nebraska tunnel system that suffered a catastrophic failure in 2019, alleging the districts chose who would win the more than $100 million in repair contracts behind closed doors.

Judge Says $100M Goshen Tunnel Project Won’t Stop For Company That Couldn't Bid

A federal judge declined Thursday to pause the $100 million Goshen Tunnel project for a company that missed out on a chance to bid on the work. He also ruled the company has a valid case against two irrigation districts in charge of the tunnel.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2026

Cheyenne announced Thursday it isn’t accepting wastewater associated with data center systems after Meta company contaminated the city’s wastewater system, prompting months of cleanup. "It's a very, very unpleasant surprise,” said a city councilman.

Cheyenne Won’t Take Data Center Wastewater After Meta Contractor Contaminated System

Cheyenne announced Thursday it's suspended taking wastewater associated with data center systems after a Meta contractor contaminated the city’s wastewater system, prompting months of cleanup. "It's a very, very unpleasant surprise,” said a city councilman.

Kate MeadowsJuly 02, 2026

Rancher Amanda Cerveney took video of two coyotes attacking one of her neighbor’s calves in Colorado this week. There’s also a pack of wolves in the area.

Rancher Says Wolves Making Colorado Coyotes More Aggressive With Livestock

Ranchers in northern Colorado wonder if the growing wolf population is causing coyotes to be more aggressive toward livestock. "In 30 years of doing this, I’ve never seen anything like that," a rancher said about two coyotes attacking healthy livestock.

Mark HeinzJuly 03, 2026

The Wyoming Board of Equalization was set for a July 6 hearing to fight against having to enforce a 4% cap on annual property tax increases, which it calls unconstitutional. But it agreed this week to honor the cap during its lawsuit challenging it.

Wyoming Board Of Equalization Agrees To Honor 4% Property Tax Cap For Now

The Wyoming Board of Equalization was set for a July 6 hearing to fight against having to enforce a 4% cap on annual property tax increases, which it calls unconstitutional. But it agreed Thursday to honor the cap during its lawsuit challenging it.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2026

The nation’s 250th birthday likely won’t be as wild as the three-hour firefight with 3,000 Roman candles that broke out on the dusty streets of Casper in 1899. A similar blowout today would lead to arrests, fines and possibly hospital stays. Above, the Casper Fire Department parades in front of the Natrona County Tribune building in early 1900s.

Wyoming History: Casper’s Huge 1899 4th Of July Fight With 3,000 Roman Candles

The huge blowouts planned for America's 250th birthday likely won’t be as wild as the three-hour firefight with 3,000 Roman candles that broke out in Casper in 1899. A similar celebration today would likely lead to arrests, fines and hospital stays.

Dale KillingbeckJuly 03, 2026

Scattered human bones found in Wyoming's rugged Wind River Mountains nearly a year ago have been identified as a Scottish man, John Gillies, whose remains had likely been there for six years. "I wanted you to know he was more than bones,” his ex-wife said when contacted by investigators.

Scattered Bones Found In Remote Wyoming Wilderness ID'd As Missing Scottish Man

Scattered human bones found in Wyoming's rugged Wind River Mountains nearly a year ago have been identified as a Scottish man. "I wanted you to know he was more than bones,” his ex-wife said when contacted by investigators.

Kolby FedoreJuly 02, 2026

Clyde "The Buffalo" arrived in Cody for the Cody Stampede Rodeo and Parades, and his first stop Thursday was for a drink at Buffalo Bill's Bar in the legendary Wild West showman's historic Irma Hotel. "He likes bourbon and margaritas," said Clyde's owner.

Bison Drinks Bourbon In Buffalo Bill’s Bar In Cody, Wyoming

Clyde "The Buffalo" arrived in Cody for the Cody Stampede Rodeo and Parades, and his first stop Thursday was for a drink at Buffalo Bill's Bar in the legendary Wild West showman's historic Irma Hotel. "He likes bourbon and margaritas," said Clyde's owner.

Andrew RossiJuly 02, 2026

An immigration advocacy firm is suing the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office claiming the agency is withholding important evidence in a deportation case. The Cheyenne Police Department confirmed Wednesday that the sheriff's office had issued an inaccurate report.

Colorado Immigration Firm Accuses Sheriff Kozak Of Blocking Vital Evidence

An immigration advocacy firm is suing the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office claiming the agency is withholding important evidence in a deportation case. The Cheyenne Police Department confirmed Wednesday that the sheriff's office had issued an inaccurate report.

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

Jerimiah Rieman rides his mountain bike out on the new trails that opened up Wednesdy on the Belvoir Ranch west of Cheyenne on July 1, 2026.

After More Than 20 Years, Cheyenne Opens Belvoir Ranch To The Public

Recreationists celebrated Wednesday evening as the 18,800-acre Belvoir Ranch west of Cheyenne was opened to the public. The new recreation area provides 13 miles of trails and give hikers and cyclists a long-promised playground in the city’s backyard.

Renée JeanJuly 02, 2026

Social media personality, entrepreneur and "makeup mogul" Jeffree Star of Casper is mourning the death of “Buster,” a 7-year-old male yak that he says "wasn't just a yak." Buster died June 25 after being struck by lightning on the Star Yak Ranch.

Lightning Kills Makeup Mogul Jeffree Star's Favorite Yak On Casper Ranch

Social media personality and "makeup mogul" Jeffree Star of Casper announced Thursday that he's mourning the death of “Buster,” a 7-year-old male yak that he says "wasn't just a yak." Buster died after being struck by lightning on the Star Yak Ranch.

Andrew RossiJuly 02, 2026

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‘Very Hot To The Touch’: Cheyenne Father Accused Of Locking Baby In Hot SUV

A Cheyenne father has been charged with child endangerment after deputies say they found his infant "sweating profusely, crying very loud and a lot” inside a locked SUV. The baby also was "very hot to the touch," said investigators.

Kolby FedoreJuly 02, 2026

A lucky photographer got a once-in-a-lifetime shot of a solar halo over Devils Tower on Wednesday. “It’s a spectacular picture,” said meteorologist Don Day. “Those are the perfect clouds at the right altitude at the right sun angle."

‘Spectacular' Solar Halo Spotted Over Devils Tower

A lucky photographer got a once-in-a-lifetime shot of a solar halo over Devils Tower on Wednesday. “It’s a spectacular picture,” said meteorologist Don Day. “Those are the perfect clouds at the right altitude at the right sun angle."

Andrew RossiJuly 02, 2026

The J.C. O'Mahoney Federal Courthouse in Cheyenne.

Florida Woman, Daughter Ordered To Pay Back $870K They Stole From Wyoming Medicaid

A Florida woman who ran a Cheyenne behavioral health clinic, and her daughter, have been ordered to pay back more than $870,000 they stole from Wyoming Medicaid. They funneled fraudulent claims through the clinic for years, say federal prosecutors.

Kolby FedoreJuly 02, 2026

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Wyoming Board Of Equalization Asks Judge To End Property Tax Cap 

The Wyoming Board of Equalization is suing Gov. Mark Gordon back after he rejected its claims that the state's property tax caps are unconstitutional. The board is asking a judge to end Wyoming’s 4% cap on property tax increases. 

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

Wyoming ranchers say a $99 million John Deere right-to-repair settlement doesn't go far enough.

Wyoming Ranchers: $99M John Deere Right-To-Repair Settlement Doesn't Go Far Enough

Wyoming ranchers say a $99 million John Deere right-to-repair settlement doesn't go far enough. They'll get small payouts while John Deere keeps control over repair software. "We think it is an unfair settlement,” said a Lander-area rancher.

Kate MeadowsJuly 02, 2026

The cause of last week’s double fatal crash in remote Natrona County was due to a commercial tanker truck driver who failed to stop for traffic in a construction zone, the Wyoming Highway Patrol said Wednesday. The investigation is active.

Highway Patrol: Tanker Truck Plowed Into Vehicles In Last Week’s Double Fatal Crash

The cause of last week’s double fatal crash in remote Natrona County was due to a commercial tanker truck driver who failed to stop for traffic in a construction zone, the Wyoming Highway Patrol said Wednesday. The investigation is active.

Kolby FedoreJuly 01, 2026

It’s campaign flier season, which means Wyoming voters are being inundated with attack fliers about political candidates. One flier targeting Lander incumbents claim they “endangered children” and “exposed women to their radical transgender agenda."

Out-Of-State Campaign Fliers Launch Attacks On Wyoming Candidates

It’s campaign flier season, which means Wyoming voters are being inundated with attack fliers about political candidates. One flier targeting Lander incumbents claim they “endangered children” and “exposed women to their radical transgender agenda."

Clair McFarlandJuly 01, 2026

Fresh after socialist-backed candidates' success in New York's U.S. House primaries, Colorado Democrats nominated their own socialist House candidate Tuesday in Melat Kiros. Having a socialist neighbor could galvanize Wyoming's independence even more, one politico said. 

Win By Colorado Socialist Could Galvanize Wyoming Independence, Says Politico

Fresh after socialist-backed candidates' success in New York's U.S. House primaries, Colorado Democrats nominated their own socialist House candidate Tuesday. Having a socialist neighbor could galvanize Wyoming's independence even more, one politico said. 

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

A customer at Wyoming Tactical Firearms shoots an AR-15 rifle. The U.S. Supreme Court will consider overturing bans on such rifles in other states.

Wyoming Gun Dealers Eager For Supreme Court To Overturn ‘Assault Weapons’ Bans

A gun-friendly U.S. Supreme Court seems poised to overturn “assault weapon” bans in Connecticut and the Chicago area — and Wyoming gun dealers are all in favor. They say that could make it easier to sell to customers in Colorado and other states.

Mark HeinzJuly 01, 2026

A 17-year-old Lander homeschooler who beat out 8,000 others in what was billed as the “Ultimate Civics Showdown” stood beside President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on national TV on Tuesday. “Yeah, it was really cool,” said Miriam Washut.

Lander Homeschooler Wins ‘Ultimate Civics Showdown,’ $150,000 Scholarship

A 17-year-old Lander homeschooler who beat out 8,000 other students in what was billed as the “Ultimate Civics Showdown” stood beside President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on national TV on Tuesday. Miriam Washut won a $150,000 scholarship in the effort.

Dale KillingbeckJuly 01, 2026

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27-30 Years In Prison For Former Cheyenne Teacher On Child Sex Abuse Charges

A former Cheyenne fifth-grade teacher who had faced 27 charges relating to sexual abuse of children was sentenced Wednesday to 27-30 years in prison. Without his plea agreement, Brian Wrhel, 56, could have faced 395 years.

Greg JohnsonJuly 01, 2026

The Sweetwater County Attorney's Office found no evidence the Rock Springs City Council illegally favored contract bids for a company. “'Corrupt as hell’ — that's the accusation that got thrown around about our city," said the mayor about the allegation.

Rock Springs Council Cleared Of Allegation City Favored Cronies On Contract Bids

The Sweetwater County Attorney's Office found no evidence the Rock Springs City Council illegally favored contract bids for a company. “'Corrupt as hell’ — that's the accusation that got thrown around about our city," said the mayor about the allegation.

Kate MeadowsJuly 01, 2026

Already at critically low levels, Lake Powell is close to being "dead pool," which means water won't flow downriver anymore. That has Wyoming cities and industries worried that will mean more demand on releasing water from Flaming Gorge Reservoir.

Lake Powell Water Critically Low; Wyoming Expects More Demand On Flaming Gorge

Already at critically low levels, Lake Powell is close to being "dead pool," which means water won't flow downriver anymore. That has Wyoming cities and industries worried that will mean more demand for water from Flaming Gorge Reservoir.

Mark HeinzJuly 01, 2026

The Cody Fourth of July Parade is one of the largest in Wyoming.

Wyoming’s Over-The-Top 250th Celebration Comes With Tanks, Flyovers, History

From C-130 flyovers and tank parades to new monuments and a new state trail, Wyoming’s America 250 celebration isn’t a one-day bash. “We still have a lot to be thankful for in this country,” said one organizer about what's planned across the Cowboy State.

Renée JeanJuly 01, 2026

After a rocky, two-year run for Gillette’s $200 million state-of-the-art Hoskinson Health & Wellness Clinic, Monument Health has struck a deal to keep the facility open and plugging it into the Mayo Clinic Care Network. Hoskinson was losing millions every month.

Monument Health Takes Over Gillette’s Hoskinson Clinic, Which Was Losing Millions

After a rocky, two-year run for Gillette’s $200 million state-of-the-art Hoskinson Health & Wellness Clinic, Monument Health has struck a deal to keep the facility open and plugging it into the Mayo Clinic Care Network. Hoskinson was losing millions every month.

Renée JeanJuly 01, 2026

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Cheyenne Teen Accused Of Firebombing Truck With Molotov Cocktail After Breakup

An 18-year-old Cheyenne man is accused of using a root beer bottle Molotov cocktail to firebomb the truck of another teen dating his ex-girlfriend. He also "often left things on (her) vehicle, including a pile of ashes and a black rose," police say.

Kolby FedoreJuly 01, 2026

A rancher near Choteau, Montana caught video of six grizzlies strolling across his calving lot behind his barn late Monday, and said there were as many as seven bears on his property that night.

Holy Cow! Montana Rancher Spots 'Herd' Of 7 Grizzlies On Property

Montana rancher Neal Collins said a camera on his barn captured a "herd" of seven grizzlies on his property Monday night. The next morning, agents from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks hazed 10 grizzlies out of brush across the road from his place.

Mark HeinzJune 30, 2026

In an about-face, Gov. Mark Gordon lauded a U.S. Supreme Court ruling Tuesday upholding states' bans on trans participation in girls' sports. In 2023 he called Wyoming's first trans sports ban "draconian."

In About-Face, Gordon Lauds Supreme Court Ruling Protecting Girls Sports

In an about-face, Gov. Mark Gordon lauded a U.S. Supreme Court ruling Tuesday upholding states' bans on trans participation in girls' sports. In 2023 he called Wyoming's first trans sports ban "draconian."

Clair McFarlandJune 30, 2026

Above, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani with Wyoming Democratic legislators Chris Rothfuss, left, and Ken Chestek.

Wyoming Democrats Say They’re Not Divorcing Party Over Mamdani, Socialism Movement

Prominent Wyoming Democrats say they are not calling for a split in their party due to the growing socialist movement nationally. “Wyoming is not New York City,” so the issues are different, said state Sen. Chris Rothfuss.

Clair McFarlandJune 30, 2026

The Dry Creek Water Reclamation Plant in Cheyenne.

Cheyenne Officials Haven't Said Who Polluted Its Reuse Water System

Speculation is growing over whether a data center could be linked to pollution discovered in Cheyenne's reuse wastewater system earlier this year, as city officials haven't reported the identity of the industrial user responsible for the discharge.

Kate MeadowsJune 30, 2026

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Gillette Man Blames 'Black-Out Rage' After Running Over Ex-Girlfriend With Truck

Police say a Gillette man first denied hitting his ex-girlfriend with his pickup, running over her and speeding away. After detectives showed him surveillance video, police say he told them it "could have been a moment of black-out rage."

Kolby FedoreJune 30, 2026

The Wyoming Republican Party is appealing a judge’s ruling that its rules don’t trump state law in electing its leaders. Now the party is waging multiple legal challenges in which it argues that it may follow its bylaws over Wyoming law.

Wyoming Republican Party Appeals Judge's Order Telling It To Follow State Law

The Wyoming Republican Party is appealing a judge’s ruling that its rules don’t trump state law in electing its leaders. Now the party is waging multiple legal challenges in which it argues that it may follow its bylaws over Wyoming law. 

Clair McFarlandJune 30, 2026

A Lincoln County man lost control of his truck off, crashed through a guardrail and plummeted into the Snake River on Monday, June 29, 2026. The Wyoming Highway Patrol said the driver survived the fall.

Man Survives After Crashing Truck Through Guardrail And Plunging Into Snake River

A Lincoln County man lost control of his truck, crashed through a guardrail, rolled several times and plunged 20 feet into the Snake River — yet walked away with minor injuries. Wyoming Highway Patrol ticketed the man for failure to maintain his lane.

Andrew RossiJune 30, 2026

Yellowstone visitors near the popular Grand Prismatic Spring were outraged Sunday watching a man carry a child on dangerous thermals pools. "What the hell is wrong with people?” said a visitor who got a photo of the incident.

Man Caught Carrying Child On Dangerous Yellowstone Grand Prismatic Thermal Pools

Yellowstone visitors near the popular Grand Prismatic Spring were outraged Sunday watching a man carry a child on dangerous thermals pools. "What the hell is wrong with people?” said a visitor who got a photo of the incident.

Andrew RossiJune 30, 2026

Gov. Mark Gordon has designated Wyoming’s famous “Path of the Pronghorn”, one of the longest land migration routes in North America, as protected. While conservationists hailed the move, an energy landman said he hopes it doesn’t impede drilling.

Wyoming's Famous ‘Path Of The Pronghorn’ Gets Protected Status — Mostly

Gov. Mark Gordon has designated Wyoming’s famous “Path of the Pronghorn,” one of the longest land migration routes in North America, as protected — mostly. While conservationists hailed the move, an energy landman said he hopes it doesn’t impede drilling.

Mark HeinzJune 30, 2026

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Gillette Man Missing For 2 Weeks In Rugged Weston Hills Recreation Area

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a Gillette man missing for two weeks. The sheriff’s office have deployed drones, K-9 teams, and search and rescue personnel across the rugged terrain, but Schaff has not been found.

Jen KocherJune 30, 2026

An older Colorado couple have been identified as the two people killed in a Friday multi-vehicle crash west of Casper. "We made sure she wasn't alone,” said a Jackson woman who was among those who stopped to help the couple and others hurt in the crash.

Witnesses Describe Chaos, Compassion After Wyoming Crash That Killed Colo. Couple

An older Colorado couple have been identified as the two people killed in a Friday multi-vehicle crash west of Casper. "We made sure she wasn't alone,” said a Jackson woman who was among those who stopped to help the couple and others hurt in the crash.

Kolby FedoreJune 29, 2026

Rep. John Bear, a prominent member of the Freedom Caucus, stands near a billboard urging voters to "Stop the Freedom Caucus agenda."

'Common Sense Republicans' Declare War On Wyoming Freedom Caucus 

A new political group called the 'Common Sense Republicans' have erected six billboards urging voters to “STOP The Freedom Caucus Agenda." Rep. John Bear, a well-known member of the Freedom Caucus, says he "loves" the billboards.

Clair McFarlandJune 29, 2026

Snowing in Red Lodge, Montana, on Monday, June 29, 2026

Ho, Ho, Ho! Rare June Snow Closes Beartooth Highway, Parts Of Yellowstone

Winter is back in Wyoming as a late June snowstorm closed the Beartooth Highway and Yellowstone's Dunraven Pass. At 9,400 feet, the Top of the World store recorded three inches of snow. “We got our boots out and just kept working," said Libby Lane.

Andrew RossiJune 29, 2026

Abe Yoder moved his Amish family to Iowa after he says Crook County officials threatened him with stiff fines and removing his children over outhouse permits. County officials deny those claims and say they only sought wastewater compliance.

Amish Man Confirms Crook County Fight Over Outhouse Drove Family Out Of Wyoming

Abe Yoder moved his Amish family from Wyoming to Iowa after he says Crook County officials threatened him with stiff fines and removing his children over outhouse permits. County officials deny those claims and say they only sought wastewater compliance.

Kate MeadowsJune 29, 2026

A 75-year-old Goshen County man told investigators he shot a pair of Rottweilers and dumped them in the North Platte River because he feared for his livestock. A neighbor who helped him allegedly said they were “too lazy” to bury the shot dogs.

Goshen County Men Say They Were ‘Too Lazy’ To Bury Shot Dogs, Dumped Them In River

A 75-year-old Goshen County man told investigators he shot a pair of Rottweilers and dumped them in the North Platte River because he feared for his livestock. A neighbor who helped him allegedly said they were “too lazy” to bury the shot dogs.

Greg JohnsonJune 29, 2026

black bear tries braking into a dumpster in Durango, Colorado. There have been 77 reported bear-related incidents in the area so far this summer, 39 involving trash. (

Human-Bear Conflicts Up Across West Could Signal More Attacks, Removals Coming

It has already been a busy year for human-bear conflicts in Wyoming, Montana and across the West, with people getting mauled and bears being euthanized or relocated. And it could get worse thanks to drought and other factors, some bear observers say.

Mark HeinzJune 30, 2026

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Sweetwater County School District Apologizes For Barlow Campaign Message On Parent App 

Sweetwater County School District No. 1, already a magnet for headlines, apologized Saturday for what it called the error of a staffer releasing a campaign message for gubernatorial candidate Eric Barlow through the ParentSquare messaging app. 

Clair McFarlandJune 29, 2026

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Lovell Woman Accused Of Threatening To Kill Cops And ‘Take This Town Down’

A Lovell woman has been charged with making terroristic threats for threatening to kill cops and prompting part of Main Street to be barricaded during the town’s Lovell Days celebration. “I’m gonna take this town down,” she said, according to police.

Greg JohnsonJune 29, 2026

Eighth-grader Chaney Akin of Cody didn’t just dominate the National Junior High Finals Rodeo in Oklahoma on June 21-27; she won the pole bending aggregate by almost a full second on a teeny-tiny horse to rake in nearly $6,000 on the week.

Cody Girl Wins Two World Rodeo Titles On Famous Horse At National Junior High Rodeo

Chaney Akin of Cody didn’t just dominate the National Junior High Finals Rodeo last week on her diminutive – but nationally famous – horse in Oklahoma, she took home two world rodeo titles. Her famous horse has earned more than $300,000 running barrels.

Julie MankinJune 29, 2026

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PinYour Wyoming Sunrise: Saturday, July 4, 2026

Today's Wyoming sunrise was captured by Rex Harvey. Rex writes, "About 18 miles south of Buffalo, looking north."

Photo by Rex Harvey

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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Rod Miller: Chuck Gray’s Pickle Over Wyoming Voter Info

Columnist Rod Miller writes, "Why did Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray roll over and so readily provide that information to the feds based on a simple request, and not a formal subpoena?"

Rod MillerJuly 03, 2026

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Tom Lubnau: Splitting the Field — Why Chuck Gray Might Win With Only One in Five Votes

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "Chuck Gray, fresh with another boxcar load of family money, is the statistical leader in the congressional race, according to polling information shared with me."

Tom LubnauJuly 02, 2026

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Ken Buck: Socialism And The Deceptive Online Housing Scheme

Columnist Ken Buck writes, "Homeowners are more likely to vote and more likely to support free-market principles. It's no wonder so many young people have bought into the lie of socialism. It's an appealing facade for those who feel fenced out of the American dream."

Ken BuckJuly 01, 2026

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