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Kate Meadows

Kate Meadows is a journalist, creative nonfiction author and book editor who focuses on agriculture and city/county government issues.  She grew up in Pinedale, Wyo., as a fourth-generation Sublette County resident and got her start as a journalist at The Pinedale Roundup and Sublette Examiner. She earned an MFA in Professional Writing with concentrations in journalism and creative nonfiction from Western Connecticut State University.

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Sublette County is larger than the states of Delaware and Rhode Island combined, and has more than 1,500 miles of roads. It doesn't have a stoplight (though it does have crosswalk lights) and people like it that way.

Sublette County Doesn't Have A Stoplight — And They Like It That Way

Sublette County is larger than Delaware and Rhode Island combined and has more than 1,500 miles of roads. It doesn't have a stoplight and people like it that way. “A stoplight would mean Pinedale is Californicated," one resident said.

Kate MeadowsApril 12, 2026

Accused of monopolizing the tractor repair market, John Deere agreed this week to settle a long-running right-to-repair lawsuit. Farmers are skeptical, saying the company’s promises come across as, “Trust us, we really mean it this time.”

Right To Repair: John Deere Settlement Could Mean Payouts For Wyoming Farmers

Accused of monopolizing the tractor repair market, John Deere agreed this week to settle a long-running right-to-repair lawsuit. Farmers are skeptical, saying the company’s promises come across as, “Trust us, we really mean it this time.”

Kate MeadowsApril 10, 2026

Wyoming ranchers are split on the USDA considering a phased reopening of the U.S.-Mexico border to beef following a devastating screwworm outbreak. Some say it could mean lower prices, but others will be “greatly opposed to it."

Wyoming Ranchers Split On Opening Mexico Border To Beef After Screwworm Outbreak

Wyoming ranchers are split on the USDA considering a phased reopening of the U.S.-Mexico border to beef following a devastating screwworm outbreak. Some say it could mean lower prices, but others will be “greatly opposed to it."

Kate MeadowsApril 10, 2026

A $500 million commercial-scale Converse County solar project has been delayed because the company can’t find a buyer for its power. “We know the project isn’t real until they break ground,” said state Sen, Brian Boner, adding he’s not surprised.

$500M Converse County Solar Project Delayed Without Buyer For Its Power

A $500 million commercial-scale Converse County solar project has been delayed because the company doesn't have a buyer for its power. “We know the project isn’t real until they break ground,” said state Sen, Brian Boner, adding he’s not surprised.

Kate MeadowsApril 08, 2026

Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak says the city of Cheyenne’s push for annexation is “the mayor land-grabbing” for tax revenue. Mayor Patrick Collins says he “understands the narrative, but it just isn’t true."

Laramie County Sheriff Says Cheyenne Annexations A ‘Land Grab’ By Mayor

Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak says the city of Cheyenne’s push for annexation is “the mayor land-grabbing” for tax revenue. Mayor Patrick Collins says he “understands the narrative, but it just isn’t true."

Kate MeadowsApril 07, 2026

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City Worker Files Ethics Complaint Against Rock Springs Council Member

An ethics complaint has been filed against Rock Springs City Councilman Rick Milonas by a city employee, who says Milonas falsely accused him of “advancing a ‘gay agenda.’” The councilman also criticized the mayor and says the complaint is “retaliation.”

Kate MeadowsApril 07, 2026

Construction is underway on a $1.2 billion Related Digital data center in the Cheyenne Business Parkway.

Data Center Boom Powers Cheyenne’s Push For Annexation

A boom of huge data centers racing to build out their billion-dollar projects is pushing the city of Cheyenne to annex land to manage the growth. “When a data center comes in, it helps us,” Mayor Patrick Collins said. “It helps the whole state.”

Kate MeadowsApril 04, 2026

This bull recently raised by the Connealy Ranch in Nebraska recently sold for $110,000. Its genetics make the bull a prized commodity for its semen, which can sell for big bucks.

‘White Gold’: Bulls With Good Genetics Sell For Big Bucks For Their Semen

Although a bull from the Connealy Ranch in Nebraska just sold for $110,000 at a spring auction, that's not their record. They sold a bull for $500,000 in 2022. And it's all because of the semen. Called “white gold” in the industry, it’s a moneymaker.

Kate MeadowsApril 02, 2026

President Donald Trump hosts 2025 rodeo champions at the White House, a move the rodeo industry says is huge for the sport.

Rodeo Champs Honored By White House For First Time In 40 Years Is Huge Boost For Sport

The Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association says rodeo champions being celebrated at the White House for the first time in more than 40 years is a huge boost for the sport. "It's a good time to wear a cowboy hat," the Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association said.

Kate MeadowsApril 01, 2026

Driving cattle to winter pasture near Hulett, Wyoming.

By The Numbers: Wyoming Agriculture Is A $1.6 Billion Industry

Wyoming agriculture may be 93% family owned farms and ranches, but it’s grown into a $1.6 billion industry. The numbers show cattle is the largest driver, and tiny Goshen County is the state’s agriculture giant with production of more than $204 million.

Kate MeadowsApril 01, 2026

A yellow tag zip-tied to a WY fresh farm freezer shows the meat inside is being retained because the farm is operating without a necessary license.

State Bans Wy Fresh Farm Near Cheyenne From Selling Certain Meats After Complaint

Wy fresh farm near Cheyenne had its cooler locked and was ordered to stop selling certain meats after a state complaint over its license. The owners argue they’re protected under the Wyoming Food Freedom Act and plan to fight the restriction.

Kate MeadowsMarch 31, 2026

Bull sales in the Wyoming/Montana region are up 30% from a year ago as the trend in high cattle prices continues. Most bulls are selling anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 more than last year.

Holy Cow! Wyoming And Montana Bull Sales Up 30% From A Year Ago

Bull sales in the Wyoming/Montana region are up 30% from a year ago as the trend in high cattle prices continues. Most bulls are selling anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 more than last year. Bulls that go for the highest dollar go to semen companies.

Kate MeadowsMarch 30, 2026

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Crook County rancher David Ellsbury promised his mother on the day she died that the fourth-generation family ranch would never be developed. By donating it to a land trust last week, he has fulfilled her wishes. “It will never be developed,” Ellsbury said.

Crook County Rancher Donates 2,500-Acre Ranch To Land Trust To Keep It Ranchland

Crook County rancher David Ellsbury promised his mother on the day she died that the fourth-generation family ranch would never be developed. By donating it to a land trust last week, he has fulfilled her wishes. “It will never be developed,” Ellsbury said.

Kate MeadowsMarch 27, 2026

Landry Mabry’s Grand Champion Junior Market Barrow pig sold for $505,000 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, beating last year’s record of $501,000. His was the top pig of 2,200 pigs in the show.

Holy Cow! Pig Raised By 15-Year-Old Sells For World Record $505,000

A 15-year-old Texas boy sold his champion pig for a record $505,000 at the Houston Livestock Show and gets to keep about 10%. Wyoming FFA's Stacy Broda says although the money is always fun, raising livestock is more about teaching responsibility.

Kate MeadowsMarch 26, 2026

Shoshoni's lone ambulance, donated to the town by Cody Regional Health

Shoshoni Police Launch Ambulance Service Amid Countywide Funding Struggles

As Fremont County officials weigh their options for how to fund essential services, Shoshoni has taken ambulance service into its own hands. It has become the first town in the state to staff an ambulance service with its police department.

Kate MeadowsMarch 25, 2026

Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak says a Union Pacific train conductor may have saved lives by alerting officials about an engineer allegedly driving a train under the influence on Friday, March 20, 2026.

UP Engineer Charged With Being On Drugs While Driving HAZMAT-Loaded Train

A Union Pacific engineer has been charged with being on drugs while driving a train loaded with 16,000 tons of hazardous materials across eastern Wyoming. He told deputies he fell asleep “a little bit” and possible “for the whole trip.”

Greg Johnson & Kate MeadowsMarch 25, 2026

With meth and cocaine being the top categories in Wyoming's drugged driving arrest reports for 2025, Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak is pushing to keep the state's Drug Recognition Expert program alive. It trains officers to spot drug-impaired drivers.

Wyoming Sheriff Pushes To Keep Drug Recognition Experts On The Road

With meth and cocaine being the top categories in Wyoming's drugged driving arrest reports for 2025, Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak is pushing to keep the state's Drug Recognition Expert program alive. It trains officers to spot drug-impaired drivers.

Kate MeadowsMarch 24, 2026

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All But One Horse Survive In Sweetwater County Fire; Blaze Near Lovell Still Burns

All but one horse survived in Green River on Sunday as corrals were opened and horses let loose in the Scotts Bottom Fire. Meanwhile, a fire near Lovell continues to burn. Thus far, the two fires have scorched 2,000 acres and are under investigation.

Kate MeadowsMarch 23, 2026

South Dakota will revive a controversial Mount Rushmore fireworks show this year to mark the nation’s 250th birthday. Critics cite wildfire danger and Indigenous land claims, while local tourism leaders anticipate an economic boom.

Not Everybody Happy About Fireworks Display At Mount Rushmore For America's 250th

It may be one of the most beautiful places to have a fireworks display, but not everyone is happy about the upcoming show at Mount Rushmore for the nation's 250th birthday. Some Native Americans say the ground is sacred while others cite fire danger.

Kate MeadowsMarch 21, 2026

Two of Chris and Heather Pitmanns' four dogs. They are pleading with the city council to allow them to keep all four dogs.

Powell Family Pleads With City Council To Allow Them To Keep Their Four Dogs

A family who moved to Powell in 2025 with their four dogs are pleading to the city council to reconsider an ordinance that allows only two pets per residence. They vow not to take two of them to the shelter because "that's a terrible life for dogs."

Kate MeadowsMarch 19, 2026

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Holy Cow! Tens Of Thousands Of Cattle Displaced In Nebraska Wildfires

With 750,000+ acres of agricultural land destroyed by wildfire, Nebraska ranchers are facing tough decisions about where to graze their cattle. Jim Magagna, of the Wyoming Stockgrowers, says as Wyoming is also in a drought, can’t offer much pasture.

Kate MeadowsMarch 18, 2026

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