David Madison
David Madison is an award-winning journalist and documentary producer based in Bozeman, Montana. He’s also reported for Wyoming PBS. He studied journalism at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and has worked at news outlets throughout Wyoming, Utah, Idaho and Montana.
Latest from David Madison
New Series “Saving Yellowstone With Dennis Quaid” Premieres On Animal Planet
A new docuseries “Saving Yellowstone” premieres Wednesday on Animal Planet featuring Dennis Quaid and a filmmaker known as “The Beaver Man.” They explore the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem while spotlighting threats and discoveries.
David MadisonNovember 26, 2025
Rollback Of Biden-Era Powder River Basin Energy Leasing Policies Hits Trump's Desk
Trump and congressional allies are undoing Biden-era land and leasing rules to expand coal, oil and gas in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin. Opponents say that guts environmental regulations and could leave taxpayers on the hook for huge cleanup costs.
David MadisonNovember 25, 2025
Campbell County At Odds Over Nuclear Project As Gordon Considers $100M For It
Leaders in Campbell County and Gillette are at odds about BWXT's plan to bring high-tech nuclear fuels manufacturing to town. At the same time, Gov. Mark Gordon is considering a $100 million state grant for the project.
David MadisonNovember 24, 2025
Working With Kenny Stabler: Wyoming Radio Man Recalls Wild Days With The Snake
Wyoming radio man Dave Montgomery has had a wild ride in his career, but none more interesting than his time with NFL Hall of Famer, Kenny Stabler. With Stabler, he witnessed the last days of a pre-internet golden age where cell phones, thankfully, didn't exist.
David MadisonNovember 23, 2025
Wyoming-Born Taco John's Taps Big Data To Challenge Taco Bell's Youth Market
Although Wyoming-born Taco John’s is turning to data wizards in New York to help them compete with Taco Bell’s youth market, some of its biggest hits have come locally. Like the stuffed grilled taco, which a student invented from Glenrock High School.
David MadisonNovember 23, 2025
The Secret To Sheridan High Football's 55-0 Dynasty: Blindfolds And Book Clubs
The Sheridan Broncs completed their fifth consecutive undefeated football season last week, extending their state record winning streak to 55 games. They say their success is built on trust exercises and exercising their minds through book clubs.
David MadisonNovember 22, 2025
How A Wyoming Startup Is Turning Trash Into Clean Fuel For Cars
Nobody’s driving hydrogen vehicles in Wyoming, but they are catching on in the San Francisco Bay area. That's because a startup based in Pinedale, Wyoming, just cleared final permitting on its process of turning rotting trash into fuel for cars and trucks.
David MadisonNovember 21, 2025
House Passes Hageman's Bill To Restore Coal Leasing In Powder River Basin
The House narrowly passed a resolution led by U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman to restore coal leasing in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin and overturn a Biden-era ban. The measure now heads to the Senate amid sharp debate over energy and climate policy.
David MadisonNovember 19, 2025
Campbell County’s Nuclear Solution: Ban Storage Of High-Level Waste
Campbell County commissioners passed a resolution Tuesday banning the storage of high-level nuclear waste in the county. They say it’s a message that as Wyoming’s nuclear industry grows, Campbell County has no intentions of becoming a nuclear waste dump.
David MadisonNovember 18, 2025
Thermal Drone Could Help Find Horses Missing Three Weeks In Wyoming Backcountry
Two horses have been missing north of Moran in Wyoming’s backcountry since late October. While a search for the pack animals continues, a thermal imaging drone pilot from Idaho is ready to help find them if called.
David MadisonNovember 17, 2025
That Time Red Hot Chili Peppers Frontman Anthony Kiedis Took In A Cody Musician
Cody’s Adrian Jay Mitchell was a starry-eyed aspiring musician when he was taken in by Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis. While he didn't make it the L.A. music scene, he found love, faith and his musical voice in small-town Wyoming.
David MadisonNovember 16, 2025
When Cheyenne Teacher Told Students He’d Have Their Backs For Life, He Meant It
When Cheyenne teacher Eric Crock told his students he'd have their back for life, he meant it. Decades later, students say they've never had anyone so supportive, genuine, or truly there for them -- for life.
David MadisonNovember 16, 2025
Ramaco’s Rare Earth Claims Draw Fierce Scrutiny From Geologists, Short-Sellers
Ramaco’s Brook Mine project in Wyoming, touted as a rare earth bonanza, is drawing fierce scrutiny from geologists and short-sellers. The company stands by its pitch to investors and says criticisms are a smear campaign in search of a payday.
David MadisonNovember 16, 2025
Wyoming Radio Searches For Sweet Spot Between Satellite And Live Local Announcers
Radio station managers across Wyoming are trying to find the sweet spot between cost-saving satellite programming with live local announcers and programming. Owners say Spotify can't find your lost dog or tell you when I-80 closes in a whiteout.
David MadisonNovember 15, 2025
Mint Bar Legend John Zingg Survived Bullets, Spiders, Lightning, and Vietnam
Sheridan’s Mint Bar regular John Zingg survived a lightning strike, a helicopter crash in Vietnam, a bullet lodged in his brain and an attack on his life via tarantula. Now dealing with serious medical issues, the community is rallying around their friend to help.
David MadisonNovember 15, 2025
Montana Ax Murderer And Self-Described White Supremacist Convicted Of Murder
A Montana jury found Daren Abbey guilty of murdering another man at a Gallatin Canyon campsite. Abbey, a self-described white supremacist, claimed self-defense but was convicted Monday and faces sentencing in December.
David MadisonNovember 13, 2025
Uranium Listed As ‘Critical’ Mineral, Signaling Boost For Wyoming Mining
Momentum behind Wyoming’s uranium industry continues to build, with the U.S. Interior Department giving it a boost Friday by officially designating the resource as a “critical" mineral.
David MadisonNovember 12, 2025
"Godzilla" Drinks Live On As Lander Eyes Crackdown On Problem Bars
Folks in Lander love to create their own "Godzilla" drinks, which can comprise anything you want and it's made to-go, but it's fading in popularity as locals debate stricter liquor laws. City officials are weighing a new demerit system to crack down on problem bars.
David MadisonNovember 09, 2025
When The Ski Slopes Are Too Crowded, Why Not Rent Your Own Ski Area?
When the weather conditions looked perfect, four friends reached out to Nathan Etcheverry at Pine Creek Ski Area near Cokeville and booked the entire mountain. As it turns out, a number of other ski areas in Wyoming offer the same. It's pricey but there are no lift lines.
David MadisonNovember 09, 2025
From Failed Racehorse To Medical Pioneer: How Perrier Found His Calling Saving Other Horses
A gifted thoroughbred named Perrier didn't make it as a racehorse but his stem cells were donated to Wyoming researchers. What they did with them has produced a breakthrough "holy grail" cure for injured horses.
David MadisonNovember 08, 2025
Colorado Tops In EV Sales, Wyoming Near Bottom — But An ‘Infrastructure Pioneer’
Colorado leads the nation in electric vehicle sales, with nearly a third of all new cars sold being EVs. Wyoming is near the bottom of the list at 44th, but it’s an "infrastructure pioneer" as one of the top states for EV charging.
David MadisonNovember 03, 2025