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
Hurricane-Destroyed Bowling Center In Louisiana Breathes New Life Into Worland Bowling Alley
When Hurricane Ida destroyed an iconic bowling center in Louisiana in 2021, it didn't destroy its legacy. Like an organ donor, parts of the business gave new life to a bowling alley coincidentally known as "Hurricane Lanes" in Worland, Wyoming.
Wendy CorrNovember 04, 2022
Little Known “Outlaw Trail” Near Cody Gets $50,000 Grant For Upgrades From T-Mobile
A non-profit organization in Cody received a $50,000 grant from T-Mobile to upgrade a little-known -- yet to those who know how to find it -- "spectacular" trail outside of Cody.
Wendy CorrNovember 03, 2022
Forced to Diversify, Wyoming Ranchers Launch USDA-Certified Meat Processing Plant
Last year, with the help of investors, the Kerns, sixth generation ranchers in Sheridan County, launched Western Heritage Meats -- the third USDA-certified meat processing plant in the state of Wyoming.
Wendy CorrNovember 01, 2022
Review: “The Osmonds!” Musical Is Really Quite Entertaining
Cowboy State Daily's Wendy Corr, who reported on Wyoming resident Jay Osmond's musical "The Osmonds!" premiering in England earlier this year, attended a performance while oversees and shares her thoughts on the show.
Wendy CorrNovember 01, 2022
Wyoming Horse Is Now Police Officer In New York Police Department’s Mounted Patrol
Gomez, a wild mustang born into the Salt Wells Creek herd near Green River nine years ago, is now a police officer In the New York City Police Departments mounted unit.
Wendy CorrOctober 31, 2022
Those Aren’t Nazi Swastikas On That Building In Downtown Thermopolis
The Thermopolis Chamber of Commerce often gets questions about the swastikas near the top of a building in its downtown.
Wendy CorrOctober 25, 2022
Big Hat Ranch Inspires Artists From Around Wyoming And The West
The picturesque setting of the Big Hat Ranch 15 miles southwest of Cody is a draw for artists of all mediums, and the ranchs philanthropic owner, Naoma Tate, nurtures the gifts of those who are invited guests.
Wendy CorrOctober 24, 2022
Big Horn Football Team Wears Names Of Rylee McCollum, 12 Other Slain Marines On Football Helmets
The Big Horn High School football program has been part of the Heroes on Helmets program since 2018, and this season theyre honoring the 13 Marines killed in a suicide bombing last year in Afghanistan, including Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum of Jackson.
Wendy CorrOctober 21, 2022
Wyoming Ghosts: Theatre Teacher Still Haunts Cody High School Auditorium
A startling vision, ghostly voices coming from drains and lights that turn themselves on and off are evidence, some say, that the ghost of longtime Cody High School theatre director Wynona Thompson haunts the auditorium that bears her name.
Wendy CorrOctober 19, 2022
Wyoming Author C.J. Box Rides Wave Of Success
Wyoming author C.J. Box has written 31 novels since he started writing them 23 years ago. His latest "Treasure State" is another best-seller. Plus, he's got his two TV shows as well.
Wendy CorrOctober 19, 2022
Federal-State Partnership Will Reward Wyoming Landowners for Conservation
An agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the state of Wyoming was finalized Monday with the signing of a document that will ensure money for conservation programs accessible by agricultural producers and landowners.
Wendy CorrOctober 18, 2022
Yellowstone Superintendent Cam Sholly Reflects On Tough Year For Yellowstone
This week marks four years since Cam Sholly took over as superintendent of Yellowstone National Park and four months since a devastating, historic flood cut down on tourism numbers by more than a million visitors.
Wendy CorrOctober 17, 2022
Gillette Business Spends $20,000 Per Year on Halloween Candy; Three-Hour Waits In Line
The Sunshine Custom Paint and Body crew in Gillette each year hosts Street of Treats, spending $20,000 a year on candy to give away to kids and parents who may wait in line for up to 3 hours.
Wendy CorrOctober 17, 2022
Yellowstone’s Northeast Entrance to Open Saturday As Massive Flood Recovery Continues
After four months of flood recovery efforts, the northeast entrance to Yellowstone is set to re-open on Saturday, effectively opening 99% of the parks roads.
Wendy CorrOctober 14, 2022
Wyoming History: Ol’ Sadie (Engine No. 1242) Is Wyoming’s Oldest Coal-Burning Steam Locomotive
The locomotive known as Ol' Sadie at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens has a unique story. Brothers Al and Floyd Young recall their fathers career as its final engineer.
Wendy CorrOctober 12, 2022
Wyoming Country Music Hall of Fame Proposed In Chugwater
A volunteer group in southeast Wyoming wants to create a statewide hall of fame and museum honoring country and bluegrass musicians.
Wendy CorrOctober 11, 2022
Frankenstein Of Wyoming Taxidermy Tests Nature With Out-Of-This-World Creations
A Cody taxidermist uses spare parts from abandoned projects to make unique and mythic creations like Elkosauruses, ScorpioBeasts, Turtledillos, and more.
Wendy CorrOctober 11, 2022
Cheyenne Man And His Dog Show-Off Wyoming’s Beauty With Their Daily Walks
Cheyenne veteran Dana Gage and his trusty pup Klaus take scenic walks every day, and their adventures are followed by thousands on Facebook.
Wendy CorrOctober 09, 2022
Wyoming’s ‘Highway To Heaven’ Not A Hoax
Fact or Fiction? Is there a stretch of road on I-80 in Wyoming that looks like it leads to the great beyond? Yes, it's a fact but only under the right conditions.
Wendy CorrOctober 06, 2022
Wyoming Ghost Stories: ‘Sophie’ Haunts Ivinson Home For Ladies in Laramie
At the Ivinson Home for Aged Ladies in Laramie, theres one resident you wont be able to have a conversation with. Her name is Sophie, and shes a ghost.
Wendy CorrOctober 05, 2022
Traveling Wyoming: Wyoming Has Always Had The ‘Perfect Conditions’ for Fossils
Fossils have been discovered in all corners of Wyoming for more than 100 years. Paleontologists explain why the Cowboy State is ground zero for fossils.
Wendy CorrOctober 05, 2022