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
Wyoming’s Bighorn Basin A ‘Paleo Paradise’ For Fossil Hunters
Paleontologists know something many Wyomingites don’t — the Bighorn Basin is one of the most significant caches of fossils ever found, a veritable “paleo paradise.”
Andrew RossiAugust 05, 2023
Alleged Drunk Driver Plunges Truck Down Embankment In Yellowstone
Visitors near the East Entrance to Yellowstone may have seen more than they bargained for Thursday when an alleged drunk driver was arrested after crashing his red pickup into another truck and then plummeting down an embankment.
Andrew RossiAugust 04, 2023
Wyoming Whiskey Releases Special ‘Integrity’ Bourbon Inspired By Sen. Al Simpson
Former Wyoming U.S. Sen. Al Simpson has inspired generations of Wyomingites, met heads of state around the globe and is a Medal Freedom recipient. Now his name is on a special batch of Wyoming Whiskey bourbon called “Integrity.”
Andrew RossiAugust 03, 2023
TV And Film Writers Strike Shuts Down Small Wyoming Productions
As the SAG-AFTRA writers strike continues without a resolution in sight, productions are shutting all over, including a company that had planned to film episodes of its Amazon Prime shows in Cody.
Andrew RossiAugust 02, 2023
Cadaver Dog, Draining Pond Turn Up No Clues In Search For Missing Worland Woman
Even after bringing in a cadaver dog and draining a pond, there’s still no sign of 28-year-old Breanna Mitchell of Worland, who disappeared July 22.
Andrew RossiAugust 01, 2023
WYDOT Expects To Be Short 60 - 70 Snowplow Workers Come Winter
After a brutal 2022-23 winter that saw extended road closures across much of Wyoming, WYDOT officials say more of the same is in store with the agency shorthanded 60 - 70 snowplow workers.
Andrew RossiAugust 01, 2023
Quest For 2,000: Summer Heat Helps Worland Pumpkins Add 45-50 Pounds A Day
Giant pumpkin grower Jay Richards is on a mission to grow his first 2,000-pound pumpkin. With temperatures reliably in the 90s and 150 gallons of water per day, the 2 pumpkins (named Marion & Joanie Cunningham), have a shot to make it.
Andrew RossiJuly 30, 2023
After 60 Years Of Service, Wyoming School Building To Be Renamed After Custodian
When students can’t afford a field trip or lunch, “Mr. Joe” Arnold quietly picks up the tab. For 60 years, he’s also been cleaning up after them. The building he cleans will soon bear his name.
Andrew RossiJuly 29, 2023
Search For Missing Washakie County Woman So Far Only Turns Up Shirt, Shoe
Searching for a fourth day Wednesday for missing 28-year-old Washakie County resident Breanna Mitchell, so far only her vehicle, a shirt and a shoe have turned up.
Andrew RossiJuly 26, 2023
University of Wyoming Mourns Death Of International Student Athlete Who Fell Asleep At Wheel
The University of Wyoming track and field program is mourning the death of Nathan Reid, a shot put and discus thrower from Jamaica who died Monday after falling asleep at the wheel and rolling his car near Douglas.
Andrew RossiJuly 26, 2023
Are Yellowstone Visitors Worried Killer Grizzly Hasn't Been Caught? Most Say No
In the days after a Kansas woman was killed by a grizzly while hiking near West Yellowstone, Cowboy State Daily asked other park visitors if they're concerned there's a killer grizzly on the loose. Nearly all said no.
Andrew RossiJuly 26, 2023
Idaho Man Killed After Falling 40-50 Feet From Grand Teton National Park Peak
An Idaho man died on a popular rock-climbing route in Grand Teton National Park after falling 40-50 feet from the Owen Chimney pitch, the National Park Service announced on Saturday.
Andrew RossiJuly 23, 2023
