Kolby Fedore
Born and raised in Wyoming, she has deep roots in the communities she covers and a strong connection to the region.
Before getting into news, she spent a handful of years teaching college writing at Montana State University. She eventually made her way back to Wyoming, where she found her stride in news media and radio.
Latest from Kolby Fedore
Even In Powell, Wyoming, Riding Horses To A Bar Surprises Some
Even in Powell, Wyoming, people stopped and took photos of horses tied up outside of a bar while their cowboys were inside grabbing a beer last week. "We didn't think anybody would notice," said 26-year-old cowboy Nick Mundy. "We just thought it'd be fun."
Kolby FedoreJune 14, 2026
Wyoming Beekeepers Want More Warning Before Mosquito Chemicals Fly
Most people are relieved when mosquito trucks start spraying, but not beekeepers as pesticides can wreak havoc on hives. There's not adequate communication they say. "You can't protect yourself from something you don't know about," one beekeeper said.
Kolby FedoreJune 13, 2026
Case Advances Against Greybull Woman Charged With Taking $155K From Elderly Parents
A Greybull woman accused of siphoning more than $155,000 from her elderly parents over the course of a decade advanced Wednesday to felony-level District Court. She could face up to 40 years in prison if convicted.
Kolby FedoreJune 12, 2026
Car Dealer Faces 15 Felonies In Alleged $2 Million Resale Of Hail-Damaged Cars
A Utah car dealer is facing 15 Wyoming felony charges for the alleged attempted illegal resale of nearly $2 million worth of hail-damaged vehicles. Investigators describe a trail of alleged forged signatures, fake notary stamps and dead vehicle owners.
Kolby FedoreJune 12, 2026
Floating Body Of Denver Man Recovered From Yellowstone Lake Near Capsized Kayak
A Denver man was found dead near a capsized kayak on Yellowstone Lake, park officials announced Thursday. Former ranger Tara Ross, who patrolled the lake said extreme cold and "wild winds" make it dangerous. "You may have 10 minutes to survive," she said.
Kolby FedoreJune 11, 2026
Police Say Sheridan Couple Accused Of Stealing Fundraiser Donations From Church
A Sheridan couple is facing felony theft charges after police say they hauled away two pickup loads of donations from outside the church that had been collected for a fundraiser. They said they believed the items had been left outside for anyone to take.
Kolby FedoreJune 11, 2026
Lummis Still Backs 'Trump Interstate' Despite Texas Sponsor Losing Interest In It
U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis said she still backs renaming U.S. Highway 287 as I-47 — aka "The Trump Interstate" — even though the main sponsor said it may not be a priority after he lost a primary race. "She continues to back it," said a Lummis spokesperson.
Kolby FedoreJune 10, 2026
Man In Bathrobe Accused Of Trying To Kidnap Woman From Riverton Church Parking Lot
A Riverton man in a bathrobe could spend life in prison after police say they found him lying on top of a bleeding woman in a church parking lot in an alleged attempted kidnapping. "I thought he was going to kill me,” the woman told police.
Kolby FedoreJune 09, 2026
Michigan Tourist Accused Of Drunken Window-Smashing Rampage In Downtown Jackson
Police say a drunken, shirtless, barefoot Michigan man threatened two women, smashed storefront windows and led authorities on a foot chase in downtown Jackson last week before getting tased. Court documents say he threatened to shoot people and himself.
Kolby FedoreJune 09, 2026
Russian-Speaking Trucker Charged With I-80 Hit-And-Run, Failing English Proficiency Test
A Russian-speaking truck driver faces criminal charges after allegedly hitting a disabled car on I-80 and then leaving the scene. Court documents say he failed an English proficiency test and simply nodded when shown the damaged vehicle.
Kolby FedoreJune 09, 2026
Baggs Area On Lockdown As Manhunt Underway For Active Shooter: ‘It’s Not Good’
Multiple agencies are responding to Baggs in Carbon County on reports of shots fired, and an emergency message is advising: “Active assailant in Baggs. Please shelter in place.” “There is an active situation — and it's not good," said the mayor of Baggs.
Kolby FedoreJune 08, 2026
'Pray For Rain': Wildfire Burns 3,900 Acres, Has Northeast Wyoming Ranchers Worried
A downed power line is believed responsible for the Raven Creek Fire which has burned 3,900 acres of land in northeast Wyoming. Weston County Fire Warden Daniel Tysdal said they're experiencing "late-summer fire weather conditions and fire behavior."
Kolby FedoreJune 08, 2026
A Police K-9’s Career Is Less Than 10 Years, But They’d Work Forever If You Let Them
A trained Wyoming K-9 can cost upward of $20,000 for a career that will last less than 10 years but police say they would work forever if they could. "They love to work. That's their whole purpose in life," Mills police officer Justin Buchholz said.
Kolby FedoreJune 07, 2026
Why The Heck … Is There A Castle In The Middle Of Rock Springs, Wyoming?
No one knows why German immigrant and master stonemason John Schlacter built a castle overlooking Rock Springs more than a century ago. He spent five years building it by hand, hauling locally quarried stone by horse and wagon before finishing it in 1914.
Kolby FedoreJune 07, 2026
Wyoming Sheriff Orders "Clint Eastwood High Plains Drifter" Look For New Cruiser
When Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak wanted a new design for the newest SUV in the fleet, he asked a local artist to create a "Clint Eastwood High Plains Drifter" look. "It looks pretty badass," Kozak said, noting he's received many compliments.
Kolby FedoreJune 06, 2026
'No Permission, Just Shoot': Instagram Videos Lead To Wyoming Poaching Charges
A Washington man faces 14 Wyoming poaching-related charges after Game and Fish investigators say Instagram videos and phone data exposed illegal hunts over more than 10 years. “No permission, just shoot,” the man messaged, Game and Fish says.
Kolby FedoreJune 05, 2026
Laramie Couple Charged After Meth-Filled Syringe Found In Baby's Crib
A Laramie couple was bound over to felony-level court this week after a meth-filled syringe was found in their baby's crib. Both claimed the syringe belonged to the other, while the baby’s mother admitted using meth, according to court documents.
Kolby FedoreJune 04, 2026
Riverton Man Who Slit Man’s Throat And Dumped Body Gets Life In Prison
A Riverton man who admitted to slitting the throat of another man, wrapping his body in hotel bedding and dumping it in the snow was sentenced Thursday to life in prison. "Even after the victim was dead, the violence did not stop,” said the prosecutor.
Kolby FedoreJune 04, 2026
Man Sets Fire To Controversial Book In Cheyenne Library, Then Pulls Alarm
Cheyenne police are evaluating whether a man could face charges for setting fire to a book, tossing it into the Laramie County Library and pulling a fire alarm. The book he burned, “Paper Towns,” has been targeted by some school districts for removal.
Kolby FedoreJune 03, 2026
Torrington Family Says Suspect Turns Self In For Shooting Mutilated Rottweilers
A Torrington family says the Goshen County Sheriff’s Office told them a suspect turned himself in for shooting their Rottweilers, whose mutilated bodies were found in the North Platte River. The sheriff’s office confirms there is a suspect in the case.
Kolby FedoreJune 03, 2026
Lincoln County Man Accused Of Beating, Shaking Down Man Who Owes Him Money
A Lincoln County man is accused of beating a man to coerce him to sign over a truck and equipment during a daylong shakedown over a debt. “Catch people like you and string you up and flog you daily,” police say the contractor threatens on video.
Kolby FedoreJune 02, 2026