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

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

Tour De Wyoming: 250 Cyclists Power Through 349 Miles In Six Days
Motorists crossing the Bighorn Mountains this week are sharing the roadways with hundreds of cyclists. It’s a sign that the 'Tour De Wyoming' -- one of Wyoming’s most popular outdoor recreation events -- is underway.
Andrew RossiJuly 21, 2023
