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Santa hears Christmas wishes from tourists in flip flops during the annual Christmas in August in Yellowstone National Park.

Why Yellowstone National Park Celebrates Christmas In August

Late August in Yellowstone means bison and elk are beginning their rut. Trout swim lazily in rivers with restrictions in effect due to elevated water temperatures. Fire danger is at its highest. And carols are sung around the many Christmas trees.

Jake NicholsAugust 31, 2024

Byron Sessions statue in October 2023.

Welcome To The Happiest Town In Wyoming: Byron

If a statue of its town founder is any indication, then Byron, Wyoming, is the happiest town in the state. Locals say the man considered the founder of the town pitched his tent while doing some surveying work near where his statue is now placed.

Jake NicholsAugust 31, 2024

Bones would get the better of JB Mauney this time at the 2010 World Finals.

Bones, One Of The Baddest Rodeo Bucking Bulls Ever, Was Only Ridden 5 Times

The legendary Bones was one bad bull and the GOAT. The two-time Professional Bull Riders world champion bucking bull was only ever ridden five times. He died peacefully in retirement Aug. 15 at age 21.

Jake NicholsAugust 24, 2024

An Alaska Airlines jet bound for Jackson Hole last week instead landed in Salt Lake City after the pilot announced to the passengers that he wasn't qualified to land there.

Plane Diverted From Jackson Hole Airport Because Pilot Not Qualified

An Alaska Airlines flight bound for Jackson Hole was diverted to Salt Lake City after the pilot admitted to passengers he was unqualified to land the plane in Jackson. One passenger said the pilot got off the flight in a "walk of shame."

Jake NicholsAugust 13, 2024

George Thorogood of George Thorogood and the Destroyers performs during their 50 Years of Rock tour at the Paramount Theatre on May 14, 2024, in Denver.

Cowboy State Daily Interview: 50 Years Of George Thorogood Is Awesome To The Bone

Ahead of his Aug. 14 date at the Wyoming Ford Center in Casper, Cowboy State Daily’s Jake Nichols caught up with blues-rock legend George Thorogood. He still loves touring and never tires of playing his signature “Bad to the Bone.”

Jake NicholsAugust 10, 2024

Dubois, Wyoming, has two bars. Both are on the main drag and categorically reflect their clientele. The Outlaw Saloon and the Rustic Pine Tavern are 255 yards from each other — and miles apart.

Drinking Wyoming: In Dubois, The Outlaw And Rustic Are 255 Yards — And Miles — Apart

Dubois, Wyoming, has two bars. Both are on the main drag and categorically reflect their clientele. The Outlaw Saloon and the Rustic Pine Tavern are 255 yards from each other — and miles apart.

Jake NicholsAugust 10, 2024

State Sen. Eric Barlow pitches in on the Beaver Creek fire outside of Gillette.

Wyoming Wildfires Burn Homes, Force Evacuations Around The State

A number of wildfires burning around Wyoming have burned some homes, forced evacuations and briefly closed the East Entrance to Yellowstone.

Jake NicholsJuly 30, 2024

In a viral video posted to TikTok and YouTube, creator TimtheTank demonstrates how people have been pouring their beer wrong. Tilting the glass for the pour is wrong, he says. Instead, pour into an upright glass and allow for a big head that will recede. But Wyoming brew experts say the perfect way to pour is determined by the type of beer.

Drinking Wyoming: A Perfect Beer Depends On A Perfect Pour

Despite what you may see on social media, there's no secret best way to pour beer. A top Wyoming brewer and owner of two breweries says the right method depends on the type of beer. And head retention, or foam, is critical.

Jake NicholsJuly 27, 2024

Cheyenne musician Chris Hoover plays his prized 1977 Gibson Les Paul guitar.

Thieves Steal Prized Gibson Les Paul Guitar After Tree Falls On Cheyenne House

A giant tree fell on Chris Hoover’s house and demolished it in April. But the real blow to his soul came last week when thieves broke into the condemned home and stole the musician’s prized 1977 Gibson Les Paul guitar.

Jake NicholsJuly 20, 2024

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Gordon Congratulates WYDOT Workers For Teton Pass Rebuild

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on Tuesday thanked 65+ Wyoming Dept of Transportation employees and dozens of private construction workers for their around-the-clock efforts to build a detour on Teton Pass after 200-feet of highway fell off the mountain last month.

Jake NicholsJuly 18, 2024

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Horse Creek Fire Now At 43 Acres, Type 3 Firefighter Team Called In

The Horse Creek fire on the border of Sublette and Lincoln counties has burned 43 acres as it moves through ‘steep, arduous terrain.’ A Type 3 wildfire fighting team has been called in to battle the blaze with two hand crews and a helicopter.

Jake NicholsJuly 17, 2024

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Chapel Of The Transfiguration: 100 Years Of Worship In Grand Teton National Park

The Chapel of the Transfiguration was built in Grand Teton National Park 100 years ago when early settlers got fed up with a 25-mile ride to church on Sundays. Now it's a must-see tourist destination, popular wedding chapel, and still-functioning Episcopal church.

Jake NicholsJuly 14, 2024

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Wyoming Bartenders: Wrong Orders, Bad Tips, Getting Hit-On, Here's What Bugs 'Em

As a public service to our readers, Cowboy State Daily visited many Wyoming bars and asked the bartenders about their jobs. They like most everything about their profession but there are a few things that drive them crazy.

Jake NicholsJuly 14, 2024

Vehicles are driving on the new temporary fix for the June 8 catastrophic failure of Highway 22 over Teton Pass.

Permanent Fix For Teton Pass — Rebuild The Mountain — Could Be Done By November

A permanent fix for the catastrophic failure of Teton Pass seems simple — rebuild the mountain. But it's a huge effort that WYDOT officials say could be done by November.

Jake NicholsJuly 11, 2024

Dave Stamey performs at the Colorado Cowboy Gathering in 2022.

Legendary Cowboy Crooner Dave Stamey Won Over Wyoming One Show At A Time

Cowboy singer-songwriter Dave Stamey is one of the most celebrated Western entertainers alive today. Eight-time Entertainer of the Year, seven-time Male Performer of the Year and five-time Songwriter of the Year by the Western Music Association.

Jake NicholsJuly 06, 2024

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