Andrew Rossi
Andrew Rossi is a features reporter for Cowboy State Daily based in northwest Wyoming. He covers everything from horrible weather and giant pumpkins to dinosaurs, astronomy, and the eccentricities of Yellowstone National Park.
Previously, Rossi was the News Director for Big Horn Basin Media in Cody. He earned several awards from the Wyoming Association of Broadcasters, including multiple awards for Best News Reporter and Best News Talk Show.
A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Rossi previously worked at the Wyoming Dinosaur Center in Thermopolis. He has collaborated with Disney/Pixar, the BBC, The Washington Post, the Wyoming Office of Tourism, and several other national and international media outlets. He is also a cofounder of The Cody Theatre Company in Cody.
Latest from Andrew Rossi
Huge Wyoming Bull Moose Gives Wildlife Photographer Once-In-A-Lifetime Pose
Wildlife photographer Anita Wooldridge said it took a lot of planning, effort and a little luck to get once-in-a-lifetime photos of a giant Wyoming bull moose near the Tetons.
Andrew RossiDecember 27, 2023
Wyoming Through The Lens: A Decade Of Dazzling Cowboy State Imagery
"Wyoming through the Lens" started 10 years ago as a small circle of like-minded friends on Facebook who shared their favorite photos of the Cowboy State. It has since grown to nearly 400,000 members who post dozens of Wyoming photos every day.
Andrew RossiDecember 27, 2023
Cowboy State Daily Radio News: Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Wednesday's headlines include: - A Rawlins boy celebrates life this Christmas - The next Joe Pickett novel will be on the shelves in February - The dog nobody wanted found a forever home
Andrew RossiDecember 27, 2023
Packed House At Christmas Eve Candlelight Service In Yellowstone National Park
The 110-year-old Mammoth Hot Springs Chapel in Yellowstone National Park was packed for its annual Christmas Eve candlelight service Sunday, this year drawing inspiration from the classic “A Charlie Brown Christmas.”
Andrew RossiDecember 27, 2023
Rare Christmas ‘Moon Halo’ Over Sheridan Was Beautiful ¬— But Probably Not Divine
A moon halo seen over Sheridan on Christmas night is the moon's version of a rainbow, according to meteorologist Don Day, but it probably wasn't the same thing as the biblical "Star of Bethlehem."
Andrew RossiDecember 26, 2023
Yellowstone National Park In The Winter: "The Most Magical Time Of The Year"
The lobby of the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel was full of people bundling into their best winter apparel, excited to explore the unparalleled interior of Yellowstone National Park in the rugged luxury of a snowcoach. "Welcome to the most magical time of year," said the guide.
Andrew RossiDecember 22, 2023
New Images Of Uranus Are Spectacular; Planet Can Be Seen From Wyoming This Week
NASA released stunning new images of Uranus on Tuesday that shows the planet in incredible detail surrounded by its rings and a handful of its 27 moons. Uranus can be seen in Wyoming but it will take some work. This is a good week to see Uranus, however, as it's hanging out with Jupiter.
Andrew RossiDecember 20, 2023
Maybe Wyoming Will Get A White Christmas After All
Despite a long-range outlook that forecasted a brown Christmas for Wyoming this year, meteorologist Don Day says to expect an “impactful storm” Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Andrew RossiDecember 18, 2023
In Yellowstone, Santa Ditches Reindeer For Vintage Touring Bus
Friday was opening day for Yellowstone National Park’s winter season, but for the local communities around Mammoth Hot Springs, it was all about Santa, who ditched his reindeer to make a grand entrance in a vintage touring bus.
Andrew RossiDecember 17, 2023
Cowboy State Daily Radio News: Friday, December 15, 2023
Friday's headlines include: * Court arguments began Thursday over Wyoming’s abortion ban * Jackson residents accuse the city of lying about a new affordable housing project * It’s not just you - at this time of year, Wyoming really blows
Andrew RossiDecember 15, 2023
It’s Not Your Imagination, Wyoming Is A Giant Wind Tunnel In Winter
It’s not your imagination thinking Wyoming’s famous winds are much worse during the winter. Meteorologist Don Day says the next 3 1/2 months are much windier in Wyoming than any other time.
Andrew RossiDecember 15, 2023
Cowboy State Daily Radio News: Thursday, December 14, 2023
Thursday's headlines include: * Golden eagle slaughter in Montana likely included Wyoming golden eagles * Kemmerer babysitter who allegedly killed five year old wants confession removed * Evanston officials don’t like WYDOT's gigantic 365 vehicle truck parking lot
Andrew RossiDecember 14, 2023
Geminid Meteor Shower To Provide Christmas Light Show With 120 Meteors Per Hour
With over 120 meteors per hour expected, the annual Geminid meteor shower will peak over Wyoming on Thursday and Friday. With clear skies expected, astronomers say it should be a spectacular Christmas light show.
Andrew RossiDecember 13, 2023
Cowboy State Daily Radio News: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Wednesday's headlines include: * Wyoming Harvard alums outraged university is keeping its anti-semitic president * WYDOT is closing a Wyoming highway to recover truck carrying 114,000 pounds of molten sulfur * Wyoming ski instructor says if a bear chases you on a ski slope, either speed up or trip a friend
Andrew RossiDecember 13, 2023
Wyoming Highway Will Close To Recover Crashed Tanker With 57 Tons Of Molten Sulfur
A semitrailer carrying 114,000-pounds of molten sulfur went off Highway 28 and 200 feet down a steep embankment during a blizzard last week. On Wednesday, the highway will close for four hours to recover it.
Andrew RossiDecember 13, 2023
Bah Humbug: Brown Christmas Likely For Wyoming
Wyoming meteorologist Don Day isn't ready to concede that a brown Christmas is a certainty for Wyoming, as weather patterns can often change. But the two week forecast doesn't look good for those who want a snowy December 25.
Andrew RossiDecember 12, 2023
Most Towns In Wyoming Have Already Had Earliest Sunsets Of The Year
The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year, which falls Dec. 21. However, many towns in Wyoming have already experienced their earliest sunsets of the entire year.
Andrew RossiDecember 12, 2023
Wyoming History: How The Three Stooges Got Their Last Laugh At Yellowstone
Larry, Moe and Curly Joe pranked people with a valve to turn Old Faithful on and off while filming what turned out to be the last production of the classic era of the Three Stooges.
Andrew RossiDecember 10, 2023
Just In Time For Christmas: Wyoming Author's "How-To-Die In Yellowstone” Coloring Book
It's fair to say that the gruesomely graphic "How-To-Die In Yellowstone" coloring book by Sheridan artist Andy Robbins is not for everyone. But for that special someone who has a slightly darker sense of humor, it may bring Christmas joy for years to come.
Andrew RossiDecember 10, 2023
A Snowy Hike In Yellowstone Inspired Million-Selling National Parks Board Game
Who knew board games were still popular? What started out as a bucket-list retirement journey to hike 40 national parks turned into the hit board game "Trekking the National Parks," which has since sold more than 1 million units.
Andrew RossiDecember 09, 2023
Wyoming's Winter Winds Are Back! Drivers Warned Of Blowovers From 90 MPH Winds
Thar She Blows! The worst of this weekend's windy weather could mean gusts up to 90 mph Sunday, which means there's a higher chance of blowovers along Wyoming's highways.
Andrew RossiDecember 08, 2023