Jimmy Orr
Jimmy Orr is the founder and executive editor of Cowboy State Daily.
Orr is a longtime journalist who was on the masthead at the Los Angeles Times and the Christian Science Monitor as the Managing Editor, Digital.
In the political arena, Orr served as a spokesman for the White House and directed digital strategy for President George W. Bush and California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. Prior to these positions, Orr worked for Wyoming Governor Jim Geringer and U.S. Senators Malcolm Wallop and Al Simpson.
He was also the co-founder of The Sports Show with ESPNs Woody Paige and Les Shapiro and was the executive producer of Clay Travis Outkick the Show.
Latest from Jimmy Orr
Leland Christensen: A Remarkable Man Who Brought Everyone Together
Editor Jimmy Orr writes: "Leland Christensen was a remarkable Wyoming man whose joy, kindness, and laughter brought everyone together."
Jimmy OrrFebruary 06, 2022
Wyoming Sen. Introducing Transgender Athlete Bill Says It’s A Matter of Fairness
In discussing her bill which would ban trans-athletes from competing against biological women, Sen. Schuler said: "If you take away the opportunity from one girl in our state and give it to a trans-athlete, its wrong and thats the bottom line."
Jimmy OrrFebruary 04, 2022
John Elway Says He Was Not Drunk During Head Coach Interview
Former Denver Broncos General Manager John Elway said he might have been disheveled during the interview but was not drunk.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 03, 2022
Protestors Against Coyote Killing Contest Getting Flipped Off, Told To Move Back to California
Protestors against a coyote-killing contest in Rock Springs are not being warmly received as the group is frequently receiving the middle finger from passersby.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 02, 2022
Colorado Live-Streaming Police Patrols; Wyoming Not Likely to Follow
Although it's entertaining viewing, Wyoming will likely not be live-streaming law enforcement patrols like what's happening in Colorado.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 01, 2022
1,771 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Thursday; 1,030 Recoveries; 4,999 Active
The state reported 1,771 new laboratory-confirmed and 268 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 4,999 active cases for Thursday.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 27, 2022
Former State Sen. Leland Christensen in Medically-Induced Coma; Lummis, Cheney Send Encouragement
Former legislator and congressional candidate Leland Christensen is in a medically induced coma due to complications from Covid-19, family members told Cowboy State Daily on Monday.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 25, 2022
Marjorie Taylor Greene: Cheney Has “Very Conservative” Voting Record; More Conservative Than Other Republicans
Far right Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene on Friday said Liz Cheney not only had a "very conservative" voting record but was more conservative than other Republican members.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 24, 2022
Cowboys Down Lobos In Wild Shootout, 93-91; Pokes Off To Best Start In 7 Years
The Wyoming Cowboys downed the New Mexico Lobos in a wild shootout inside the Arena-Auditorium on Saturday evening by a score of 93-91.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 23, 2022
Cheyenne Resident Angry After Being Victim of Theft Four Times in Three Years
With property crimes and auto theft rates doubling in the last year in Cheyenne, resident Jon Puls has been a victim more than most -- and he's sick of it.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 06, 2022
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year’s From Cowboy State Daily
We will not be publishing during the last week of December so the Cowboy State Daily team can spend time with their families.
Jimmy OrrDecember 27, 2021
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon Reads “Twas The Night Before Christmas”
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon's released a video on Thursday of the governor reading "Twas the Night Before Christmas"
Jimmy OrrDecember 23, 2021
Big Horn Basin Sons of the American Revolution Honor U.S. Sen. Al Simpson
The Big Horn Basin Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution recently presented their Distinguished Service Award to former U.S. Sen. Al Simpson of Cody.
Jimmy OrrDecember 23, 2021
Wyoming Cowboys Explode for 52 Points to Capture 2021 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl Championship
The Wyoming Cowboys concluded their 2021 season with their biggest offensive performance of the season, scoring 52 points in a 52-38 win over Kent State in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl on Tuesday
Jimmy OrrDecember 22, 2021
Wyoming to Play in Famous Idaho Potato Bowl Today (Tuesday) at 1:30pm
The Wyoming Cowboys will be making their fourth bowl appearance in six seasons and their second appearance in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl when they face the Kent State Golden Flashes on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at Alberstons Stadium in Boise, Idaho.
Jimmy OrrDecember 21, 2021
Criminal’s Handbook: Dimwitted Suspects Commit, Film, And Narrate Armed Robbery in Sweetwater County
Two Sweetwater County residents were arrested last week after allegedly committing an armed robbery. To assist law enforcement, they also filmed and narrated the armed robbery.
Jimmy OrrDecember 14, 2021
Clark, Wyoming Records Hurricane Category 3 Gust of 118mph; Roads Closed Again
Large portions of Wyoming's interstates and roads were closed on Saturday and Sunday as high winds and snow battered many areas of the state.
Jimmy OrrDecember 12, 2021
Barrasso, Lummis Will Vote To Cancel Biden Vaccine Mandate
Sens. John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis announced on Wednesday that they will vote against President Joe Bidens federal vaccine mandate.
Jimmy OrrDecember 08, 2021
Wyo Supreme Court Rejects Appeal By Man Who Said He Had A Bad Lawyer
The Wyoming Supreme Court rejected an appeal by a Green River man who said he had a bad lawyer who gave him bad advice.
Jimmy OrrDecember 07, 2021
Wind Speeds Hit 95mph Over the Weekend Creating Numerous Truck Blow-Overs
With numerous truck blow-overs occurring over the weekend, WYDOT is reminding motorists if winds are gusting to hurricane category strength, it may not be a good time to drive.
Jimmy OrrDecember 06, 2021
Wyoming Invited to Famous Idaho Potato Bowl to Play Kent State
The Wyoming Cowboys will once again be part of the college bowl season as they were invited to the 2021 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl on Sunday.
Jimmy OrrDecember 05, 2021