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Sally Ann Shurmur: Craig Bohl Is Wyoming
Guest columnist Sally Ann Shurmur writes, "I love that Craig Bohl brought stability in a time of national chaos. No names on uniforms. Team above self. He relentlessly defended players who had tough days. Remember the punter at Iowa? I do."
CSD StaffDecember 07, 2023

Lander Man Accused Of Breaking Out Of Moving Jail Van After Jumping On Cars
A 31-year-old Lander man is accused of swallowing fentanyl, jumping on vehicles during Halloween, then busting out of a moving van that was taking him to jail.
Clair McFarlandDecember 07, 2023

Chuck Gray Asks Judge To Dismiss Petition To Get Trump Off Wyoming Ballot
Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray on Thursday filed a motion to dismiss a retired Laramie attorney's legal petition to get Donald Trump and Cynthia Lummis off Wyoming's election ballots.
Clair McFarlandDecember 07, 2023

Revolt On Capitol Hill Against Biden's EV Mandate, Lummis Leading Charge In Senate
Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Thursday called on President Biden to drop his controversial EV mandate. Democrats joined Republicans in the House on Wednesday in voting for legislation to kill the mandate, and 4,000 auto dealers want the mandate dropped as well.
Jimmy OrrDecember 07, 2023

Men Who Ambushed And Mugged Older Man Outside Riverton Bar Could Get 7 Years
Two men accused of ambushing an older Riverton man outside a bar, robbing him and stealing his car have both signed plea agreements that could land them in prison for up to seven years.
Clair McFarlandDecember 07, 2023

Logging, Shutdown Of Snowmobile Trials In Snowy Range A Go
Logging in the Snowy Range Mountains, which will effectively close about 36 miles of groomed snowmobile trials this winter, is a go for Dec. 15.
Mark HeinzDecember 07, 2023
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Today's Wyoming sunrise was captured by Tom Reuscher at the Powder Horn in Sheridan. Tom writes, "This is the sunrise greeting us this morning from our back yard. So glad to live in such a beautiful state."
Today's question to Don Day
Any tips on how to post a storm photo?? We had a big one tonight at Lake McConaughy.
Send your photos to news@cowboystatedaily.com. Make sure to send a horizontal image with the highest resolution possible. Include your name, the location of the sunrise, date you took the photo, and what you liked about it. We look forward to seeing Wyoming from your point of view!
Opinion
Charlie Spiering: Liz Cheney Returns to Declare War on Donald Trump and his Supporters
Opinion by Charlie Spiering
Cat Urbigkit: When A Lambing Pasture Is Featured As “Sacred” Ground
Opinion by Cat Urbigkit
Dave Simpson: The One Question Nobody Seems To Ask
Opinion by Dave Simpson
Rod Miller: Apologia of a Booksellin’ Cowboy
Opinion by Rod Miller
Bill Sniffin: Who Better To Give Safe Winter Driving Advice Than Me!
Opinion by Bill Sniffin
Government & Politics
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Barrasso Blocks Attempt To Revive 1994 Assault Weapons Ban
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso on Wednesday quickly shut down an attempt by Democrats to revive the 1994 assault weapons ban. “I oppose any policies that jeopardize the Second Amendment," Barrasso said.
Mark HeinzDecember 06, 2023

Casper City Council Moves To Close Loophole Exposed When Former Mayor Quit
Casper City Council is considering closing a loophole exposed when former Mayor Bruce Knell resigned in September to allow the mayor or vice mayor to quit without having to resign from the council.
Dale KillingbeckDecember 06, 2023

Wyoming Supreme Court Shoots Down Chuck Gray’s Dad In Property Tax Challenge
The father of Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray was shot down by the state Supreme Court on Tuesday, dismissing his claims that his Converse County property was unfairly assessed for taxes from 2016-2020.
Clair McFarlandDecember 06, 2023
Opinion
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Charlie Spiering: Liz Cheney Returns to Declare War on Donald Trump and his Supporters
Charlie SpieringDecember 06, 2023
Cat Urbigkit: When A Lambing Pasture Is Featured As “Sacred” Ground
Cat UrbigkitDecember 05, 2023
Dave Simpson: The One Question Nobody Seems To Ask
Dave SimpsonDecember 04, 2023
Rod Miller: Apologia of a Booksellin’ Cowboy
Rod MillerDecember 03, 2023
Bill Sniffin: Who Better To Give Safe Winter Driving Advice Than Me!
Bill SniffinDecember 02, 2023
Business & Tourism
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Kroger Forcing FTC’s Hand To Approve $25 Billion Merger With Albertsons
Renée JeanDecember 06, 2023
Elon Musk's Cybertruck May Be Impressive But It's Not Truly Bulletproof
Mark HeinzDecember 06, 2023
Facebook Hides Dubois Military Museum Post Because Thanksgiving Is "Sensitive"
Clair McFarlandDecember 04, 2023
Wyoming And Taiwan Have Something In Common — A Huge Labor Crunch
Renée JeanDecember 03, 2023
Good Housekeeping Names Casper As Premier Travel Destination, Not Jackson
Renée JeanDecember 03, 2023
Wyoming Life
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Wyoming Cowboys Head Football Coach Craig Bohl To Retire After Bowl Game
Jake NicholsDecember 06, 2023
Thunderbirds To Return To Cheyenne Frontier Days In 2024 After Canceling In 2023
Andrew RossiDecember 06, 2023
Could Giant El Niño ‘Blob Of Hot Water’ Wreak Havoc On Wyoming’s Winter Weather?
Andrew RossiDecember 05, 2023
Why There Are Only Two Escalators In All Of Wyoming
Andrew RossiDecember 04, 2023
Wyoming Ranch Family Heartbroken After 11 Horses Die In Rural Barn Fire
Leo WolfsonDecember 04, 2023