Wendy Corr
Wendy Corr is a Writer for Cowboy State Daily, and is based in Cody. She covers unique people, places and events in Wyoming, highlighting the best of the Cowboy State and occasionally reaching beyond our borders to highlight happenings in nearby states as well.
Previously, Wendy was the news director at the Bighorn Radio Network in Cody, earning six "News Reporter of the Year" awards from the Wyoming Association of Broadcasters. She also contributes television news stories to stations in Billings, Montana, as well as in Casper and Cheyenne.
Additionally, Wendy is a professional singer and instrumentalist with the "Dan Miller Cowboy Music Revue" based in Cody, although the band often travels around the country, bringing "Wyoming to the world."
Latest from Wendy Corr
Dutch TV Show Reunites Lander Family That Lost Two Young Children In Fire With Relatives
A devastating house fire took two of a Lander couples five children in 2014. More than eight years later with his mother in failing health, a Dutch reality TV show pulled off an emotional reunion with their overseas family.
Wendy CorrJanuary 09, 2023
Wild Wyoming Stories: Woman Gives Birth After Horse-Drawn Rowboat Ride In Blizzard Of ’57
In the middle of nowhere near Buford, Wyoming during a blizzard in 1957, April Sims mother went into labor. The ranching family hooked a rowboat up to a team of horses and April's birth made headlines from Laramie to Hawaii to Paris.
Wendy CorrJanuary 05, 2023
What’s The Story Behind The Abandoned Tunnel Near Boysen Dam?
Off by itself, with no tracks leading to it, this now-abandoned, solitary tunnel is the only remaining evidence that the railroad tracks running through the Wind River Canyon once took a different route prior to the construction of Boysen Dam.
Wendy CorrJanuary 04, 2023
Wyoming Senior Citizens Start Weight Lifting To Battle Disease, Improve Quality Of Life
One 91-year-old Cody woman began deadlifting 45 pounds in November. Now she's up to over 70 pounds. The goal is not to compete but rather to improve their quality of life.
Wendy CorrJanuary 04, 2023
How Lois Herbst Became Wyoming ‘Ranching Royalty’ And Remains An Industry Pioneer
Lois Herbst of Riverton remains the only woman ever to serve as president of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association. At nearly 90, shes still a vocal advocate for ranchers.
Wendy CorrJanuary 02, 2023
Wyoming Police Officer Restores 1957 Chevy Bel Air As Police Cruiser
For many classic car buffs, a restored 1957 Chevy Bel Air would be the jewel of their collection. Thermopolis Police Officer Dood Jaussaud not only found one, he restored it to its original glory while also equipping it to function as a police cruiser.
Wendy CorrDecember 31, 2022
Casper Events Center: 40 Years Of Rock, Rallies And Rodeo
From Black Sabbath to championship rodeo to last springs Trump rally, the opening of the Casper Events Center 40 years ago signaled the beginning of a new era as Wyomingites finally had their own space to hold large concerts, major conferences and sporting events.
Wendy CorrDecember 29, 2022
Pay Fines With Food? Interesting Idea, Say Wyoming Courts and Food Banks
A municipal court in Butte, Montana, allows some criminal offenders to donate to food banks in lieu of paying fines. Some Wyoming authorities say its a good idea but it wouldn't necessarily but in a town's interest because they need the money.
Wendy CorrDecember 28, 2022
Thermopolis Concerned With Dangerous Ice Floe Crushing Parts Of Community
In conditions similar to 2014 where a boat dock near Thermopolis was destroyed by ice buildup, last weeks deep freeze caused rising water and dangerous ice floes on the Big Horn River.
Wendy CorrDecember 27, 2022
Cowboy State Daily Staff Recall Lovely, And Weird, Christmas Memories
From trying to bribe Santa to age-inappropriate explosive chemistry sets, the Cowboy State Daily team shares some of their strangest, and most endearing, holiday memories.
Wendy CorrDecember 23, 2022
Despite The Sub-Zero Temps, Wyoming Delivery Drivers Still Getting The Job Done
Roads are closed, streets are snowy and wind chills are reaching dangerous levels. But delivery drivers are still out there providing services to people in their warm homes.
Wendy CorrDecember 22, 2022
Cody Woman Is Grand Prize Winner In Outdoor Magazine’s Annual Wildlife Photo Competition
Cody wildlife photographer Meg Sommers won the grand prize in Outdoor magazine's annual wildlife photography competition for her photo of a lion cub and his mother perched on a tree branch in Kenya.
Wendy CorrDecember 20, 2022
Remarkable 24,000 Photo Archive By Wyoming Woman Shows Life On The Frontier In Early 20th Century
What was life like on the plains of Wyoming in the early 20th century? A Wyoming woman started taking photos documenting her life back in 1899. More than 24,000 photos later, her work is likely the largest photographic record of this era and region.
Wendy CorrDecember 19, 2022
Wyoming Family Escapes Ukraine With 2 Adopted Kids, Now Hit With Heartbreaking Medical Diagnoses
The Witbrod family from Douglas survived a terrifying ordeal in February, bringing home two adopted children from Ukraine. Now the family faces heartbreaking diagnoses with both children.
Wendy CorrDecember 19, 2022
For Wyoming’s First Lady Jennie Gordon, Kids Come First
A degree in medical technology and years as a ranch manager didnt quite prepare Jennie Gordon for her current role as Wyomings First Lady but shes embraced the opportunities to advocate for children, agriculture, and diplomacy.
Wendy CorrDecember 19, 2022
91-Year-Old Cody Woman Has Been Helping Out Mrs. Santa Claus For The Last 50 Years
91-year-old Cody resident Mary McDonald has been answering questions for Mrs. Santa Claus for the last 50 years because Mrs. Claus is so busy this time of year.
Wendy CorrDecember 15, 2022
In Wyoming, It Takes Two Or More Jobs For Many To Get By
For many Wyomingites, making a living just to get by in the Cowboy State often means holding down two or more jobs.
Wendy CorrDecember 14, 2022
Cowboys For Christmas: Families On Horseback Bring Christmas Presents To Needy Families
A group of families in Powell band together each holiday season to bring Christmas to needy families by delivering presents and trees on horseback. Santa and the Grinch come along for the ride too.
Wendy CorrDecember 12, 2022
Cody Woman Saves Paralyzed Kitten, Says Disabled Animals Are Not Disposable
Paralyzed from mid-spine, Stinky can pull herself forward, but her back legs refuse to cooperate, which is why Currie has bought a specially designed backpack with a large plastic window and air holes.
Wendy CorrDecember 11, 2022
In True Griswold Fashion, Casper Family Goes Bigger Every Year With Holiday Light Show
Saying their house at 3148 Whispering Springs has more lights than the Griswolds, the Wagner family attracts hundreds of passers-by each year to experience their 45,000-light Christmas display.
Wendy CorrDecember 09, 2022
Are Kids Really Going Hungry In Wyoming?
Despite outward appearances, hunger is a real problem for many of Wyomings children. One pastor told Cowboy State Daily shes had heartbreaking interactions with children who have no access to food at home.
Wendy CorrDecember 08, 2022