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Laramie County Commissioner Linda Heath, left, also is an elected Republican Party precinct committeewoman. Dallas Tyrrell, right, is a committeeman and former chair of the Laramie County GOP.

Scheduling Conflict Blows Up Simmering Feud Between Laramie County Republicans

A simmering fued within the Laramie County Republican Party blew up Friday with prominent members exchanging accusations of bullying and hypocrisy. The tipping point was a scheduling conflict between conservative-led fundraisers.

Jackson WalkerOctober 03, 2025

Starting in 2026, the new 25% property tax cut is no longer automatic. People hoping to benefit must sign up by Feb. 2 and attest they live in their homes eight months of the year. This also means the most ardent opponents don't have to sign up for it. 

Freedom Caucus Reminds Everyone That Sign-Up Required To Get 25% Tax Cut

Starting in 2026, the new 25% property tax cut is no longer automatic. People hoping to benefit must sign up by Feb. 2 and attest they live in their homes eight months of the year. This also means the most ardent opponents don't have to sign up for it. 

Jackson WalkerOctober 03, 2025

Laramie County Republicans are torn between two prominent events, both set for Oct. 17. One is a local memorial honoring Charlie Kirk, while another is the party's Red State Rendezvous to help raise money for the Laramie County GOP. Above left, a memorial rally for Kirk at the state Capitol on Sept. 13. At right is Tulsi Gabbard, the keynote speaker at the county party's Red State Summit in September 2024.

Kirk Memorial Or Party Fundraiser? Events On Same Night Split Cheyenne GOP

Laramie County Republicans are torn between two prominent events, both set for Oct. 17. One is a local memorial honoring Charlie Kirk, while another is the party's Red State Rendezvous to help raise money for the Laramie County GOP. 

Jackson WalkerOctober 02, 2025

The Bureau of Land Management's first major Powder River Basin coal lease sale in a decade will give access of up to 365 million tons of coal in northeast Wyoming. Industry officials say it's past time, while environmental advocates say they’re worried.

365M Tons Of Coal Up In First Major Powder River Basin Lease Sale In A Decade

The Bureau of Land Management's first major Powder River Basin coal lease sale in a decade will give access of up to 365 million tons of coal in northeast Wyoming. Industry officials say it's past time, while environmental advocates say they’re worried.

Jackson WalkerOctober 02, 2025

The mother of the man who killed a Sheridan, Wyoming, police sergeant in 2024 was sentenced Wednesday to a year and a day in prison for giving him at least one gun. Sgt. Nevada Krinkee's widow Karla said she deals with feelings of "rage and bitterness."

Widow Of Slain Sheridan Officer Feels ‘Rage And Bitterness’ As Killer’s Mom Sentenced

The mother of the man who killed a Sheridan, Wyoming, police sergeant in 2024 was sentenced Wednesday to a year and a day in prison for giving him at least one gun. Sgt. Nevada Krinkee's widow Karla said she deals with feelings of "rage and bitterness."

Jackson WalkerOctober 01, 2025

The Wyoming Freedom Caucus is pushing for deeper property tax cuts after championing a 25% cut this year. Meanwhile, Sheridan County may drop its property tax deferral program because only two people have signed up in 10 years.

Sheridan County May Drop Tax Deferral That Only 2 Have Signed Up For In A Decade

The Wyoming Freedom Caucus is pushing for deeper property tax cuts after championing a 25% cut this year. Meanwhile, Sheridan County may drop its property tax deferral program because only two people have signed up in 10 years.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 30, 2025

While touting her work in returning $10.6 million to Wyoming residents through her negotiations between people and federal agencies, Rep. Harriet Hageman called out the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs for lacking transparency and efficiency.

While Touting Her Work With Feds, Hageman Calls Out Bureau Of Indian Affairs

While touting her work in returning $10.6 million to Wyoming residents through her negotiations between people and federal agencies, Rep. Harriet Hageman on Tuesday called out the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs for lacking transparency and efficiency.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 30, 2025

Wyoming Rep. Bill Allemand has adamantly and publicly opposed public money for nuclear energy projects. On Monday, he denied a claim by Bar Nunn's Public Works director that he leases land to wind farms.

Lawmaker Who Hates Nuke Subsidies Denies Claim He Leased Land To Wind Farms

Wyoming Rep. Bill Allemand has adamantly and publicly opposed public money for nuclear energy projects. On Monday, he denied a claim by Bar Nunn's Public Works director that he leases land to wind farms.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 29, 2025

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Furious Albany County Residents Gather At Court For Felony Horse Torture Hearing

Dozens of outraged residents gathered at the Albany County courthouse on Monday to witness the arraignment of a man accused of charging a wild horse with an ATV, leading to it being euthanized.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 29, 2025

Friends and fellow Cheyenne City Council members say they are still reeling from the news Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, of the death of Councilman Scott Roybal. They remember him for his humor and as “a passionate advocate” for the community.

Cheyenne City Council Stunned By Sudden Death Of Longtime Councilman Scott Roybal

Friends and fellow Cheyenne City Council members say they are still reeling from the news Friday of the death of Councilman Scott Roybal. They remember him for his humor and as “a passionate advocate” for the community.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 27, 2025

Residents in and around Chugwater say a proposed 47,000-acre wind and solar farm threatens their independent way of life. Their views clash with landowners involved in the project who say it’s their property.

Some Chugwater Locals Say Wind, Solar Project Threatens Independent Way Of Life

Some residents in and around Chugwater say a proposed 47,000-acre wind and solar farm threatens their independent way of life. Their views clash with landowners involved in the project who say it’s their property.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 27, 2025

Sublette County celebrated the grand opening of its first hospital Thursday nearly 100 years after the idea was first brought up. Now hospital officials have another challenge — keeping it open.

After 100 Years, Sublette County Has A Hospital, But Can It Stay Open?

Sublette County celebrated the grand opening of its first hospital Thursday, nearly 100 years after the idea was first brought up. Now, hospital officials have another challenge — keeping it open.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 26, 2025

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Nearly 100 years after an article appeared in the local newspaper calling for a hospital in Sublette County, it finally happened. Townspeople celebrated the grand opening of the $74 million hospital complex on Thursday.

Sublette County Celebrates Opening Of Its First Hospital, Ending 100-Year Wait for Local Care

Nearly 100 years after an article appeared in the local newspaper calling for a hospital in Sublette County, it finally happened. Townspeople celebrated the grand opening of the $74 million hospital complex on Thursday.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 26, 2025

Albany County officials are applying for Homeland Security money to create an anti-terrorism task force and better prepare against potential terror threats. They point to gaps in planning and equipment while vowing to stay ahead of risks.

Albany County Is Creating An Anti-Terrorism Task Force

Albany County officials are applying for Homeland Security money to create an anti-terrorism task force and better prepare against potential terror threats. They point to gaps in planning and equipment while vowing to stay ahead of risks.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 25, 2025

Gov. Mark Gordon talks local budget shortfalls precipitated by a 25% property tax cut.

Gordon, Local Officials Expect Critical Budget Shortages After Property Tax Cuts

Gov. Mark Gordon on Wednesday forecasted critical budget shortages as a result of a 25% property tax cut the state Legislature passed last session. But he agrees with the Freedom Caucus that Wyoming needs a slimmer government.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 24, 2025

A power substation with wind turbines in the background in Wyoming.

Gov. Gordon Urges Balance As Huge Laramie County Wind Farm Sparks Fierce Debate

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon told Cowboy State Daily he maintains support for wind energy development but respects local concerns in the wake of Laramie County’s rejection of a massive wind farm project.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 24, 2025

A small memorial has been building around the trunk of a small tree outside the Cheyenne King Soopers store in the wake of a fatal shooting Saturday night, Sept. 20, 2025.

Cheyenne Police Say Fatal Shooting Outside Grocery Store Started As Road Rage

Cheyenne Police Department detectives say they believe a deadly shooting outside a local King Soopers grocery store Saturday started as a road rage altercation that came to a head in the store parking lot.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 23, 2025

Now that the Cheyenne City Council has approved a controversial noise ordinance targeting overly loud vehicles, can it be enforced? Cheyenne’s police chief says yes, while opponents worry the new rules could backfire.

How Does The Cheyenne Police Department Enforce The New Noise Mandate?

Now that the Cheyenne City Council has approved a controversial noise ordinance targeting overly loud vehicles, can it be enforced? Cheyenne’s police chief says yes, while opponents worry the new rules could backfire.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 23, 2025

The Cheyenne City Council on Monday approved a controversial ordinance allowing the city to police excessive vehicle noise.

Cheyenne City Council Approves Controversial Vehicle Noise Ordinance

The Cheyenne City Council on Monday unanimously approved a controversial ordinance allowing the city to police excessive vehicle noise. Councilman Pete Laybourn said the rule is intended to keep Cheyenne from becoming a “wild west free-for-all.”

Jackson WalkerSeptember 23, 2025

An Oregon pilot (not pictured) who said he was trying to find a bathroom when he impatiently hit a flagger with his Jeep in Yellowstone was sentenced to two years in prison on Monday. He said the incident “ruined” his vacation.

Oregon Pilot Who Hit Yellowstone Flagger With Jeep Gets Two Years In Prison

An Oregon pilot who said he was trying to find a bathroom when he impatiently hit a flagger with his Jeep in Yellowstone was sentenced to two years in prison on Monday. He said the incident “ruined” his vacation.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 22, 2025

Michale and Julia Scheller are the owners of Garlic Fete, their homegrown garlic business based out of Alta, Wyoming.

Wyoming Garlic Farmers Raise 12,000 Super-Potent Bulbs In Shadow Of The Tetons

Two Wyoming garlic farmers raise thousands of pounds of the crop each year at their home at the base of the Grand Tetons. The self-proclaimed "garlicologists" say their product is four times stronger than anything sold at the grocery store.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 21, 2025

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