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
State Lodging Tax Bringing In More Money In 2022 To Better Market Wyoming Tourism
Revenues from the state lodging tax are up 8% over last year. That tax, paid mostly by out-of-state visitors, helps better market Wyoming for increased tourism, says the state tourism director.
Wendy CorrJuly 22, 2022
It’s About Time! Beartooth Highway To Finally Open On Friday
After a late spring storm delayed its opening in May and the Yellowstone flood damaged the roadway in June, the Beartooth Highway is set to finally open on Friday, July 22.
Wendy CorrJuly 21, 2022
In Wyoming, Volunteer Firefighters Are Critical
For the majority of the residents of Wyoming, its the volunteer firefighters who keep public land and private property safe from fire. Out of the 114 fire departments in the state of Wyoming, only seven are staffed with paid professionals.
Wendy CorrJuly 20, 2022
Gillette, Wyoming’s Bobby Harris Inducted Into 2022 ProRodeo Hall Of Fame
World champion team roper and world record holder Bobby Harris, from Gillette, Wyoming, was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame last week in Colorado Springs.
Wendy CorrJuly 19, 2022
Former Cheyenne Policeman Now Makes Studio Scale Models For Lucasfilm, Disney
After 20 years in the military and another eight with the Cheyenne Police, Steve Neisen now works full-time creating studio scale models for Lucasfilm and other major movie companies.
Wendy CorrJuly 15, 2022
International Hemingway Conference Comes To Sheridan And Yellowstone Area Next Week
The International Hemingway Conference is usually held in locations such as Paris, Venice, Chicago and Key West, but this year will be held in Sheridan, Wyoming and Cooke City, Montana.
Wendy CorrJuly 14, 2022
Northern Gates Open For Cyclists: “Riding A Bike On A Closed Road In Yellowstone Is Magical”
Great news for cyclists. The northern gates to Yellowstone are open for bikes and the roads are almost completely empty. One cyclist said it best: Riding a bicycle on a closed road in Yellowstone is magical.
Wendy CorrJuly 13, 2022
Yellowstone Area Tourism Remains ‘A Little Soft’ One Month After Flooding
Since the flooding that forced Yellowstone's closure and evacuation in early June, tourists visiting the region has slowed from 2021s record-setting pace, but is not completely out of step from previous years.
Wendy CorrJuly 13, 2022
Cheyenne Marathoner, World Record Holder For 1st To Race On Every Continent, To Run In Record 192nd Country In August
Cheyenne's Brent Weigner, the 73-year-old world record-holder in marathons, will set a new world record next month when he runs a marathon in Liberia, his 192nd country.
Wendy CorrJuly 12, 2022
Two Dozen Morons Walk Within Feet of Bison; Yellowstone Officials Shake Their Head
Upwards of two dozen people walked dangerously close to a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Sunday. Some approached the bison while others got close to take photos of the wild animal.
Wendy CorrJuly 10, 2022
Yellowstone Will Take 3 – 5 Years To Fully Recover From Massive Flooding
Yellowstone Superintendent Cam Sholly told Cowboy State Daily that it will take 3 - 5 years before Yellowstone fully recovers from the massive flood which hit the park last month.
Wendy CorrJuly 10, 2022
Paparazzi To The Bears: Famed Wyoming Photographer Sweeps International Photo Competition
For the third year in a row, Wyoming-based photographer Jorn Vangoidtsenhoven swept an international photography competition and was once again named one of the top 35 photographers in the world.
Wendy CorrJuly 08, 2022
Cody’s Buffalo Bill Center Reassembling Gigantic Grizzly Bear Skeleton; “It’s Adult Legos”
The Buffalo Bill Center in Cody is building a gigantic grizzly bear skeleton as part of a new exhibit. The bone-builder, an Alaskan who has assembled whale & moose skeletons, says it's like "adult legos."
Wendy CorrJuly 06, 2022
Patriotism Is Part Of The Curriculum At Park County Schools In Cody
While patriotism may be "out of style" in some areas of the country, it's not in Wyoming. Especially in Cody, where patriotism is literally written into the policy books at Park County School District #6.
Wendy CorrJuly 06, 2022
Economic Tsunami: NE Yellowstone Communities Say Flooding Has Created Ghost Towns
For communities at the northeast entrance to Yellowstone National Park which rely on tourism, the flooding in June has created an "economic tsunami." Businesses say the towns are totally empty.
Wendy CorrJuly 04, 2022
Vandalized And Abandoned Flag Pole On Remote Wyoming Highway Gets New Life Just In Time For July 4
After vandals toppled a flag pole on a remote stretch of highway in northwestern Wyoming, Greybull community members rallied to replace the flag pole and flag just in time for July 4.
Wendy CorrJuly 01, 2022
Jackson Hole Airport Reopens With New Eco-Friendly $44 Million Runway
Water cannons on Wednesday christened the arrival of the first jet to land on the Jackson Hole Airport's new $44 million runway.
Wendy CorrJune 30, 2022
Wyoming Fire Officials Ask Public Not To Be Drunk While Lighting Off Fireworks
Wyoming fire officials are requesting that people be sober while lighting off fireworks this year. They also recommend making sure fireworks are shot away from structures, combustible grasses, and body parts.
Wendy CorrJune 29, 2022
Groups Work Together To Save Wildlife By Getting Rid Of Barbed Wire
The Absaroka Fence Initiative is a partnership of federal agencies, private landowners, and local volunteers to remove barbed wire fencing in order to enhance wildlife movement and reduce wildlife mortality, while still meeting the needs of livestock producers.
Wendy CorrJune 29, 2022
Due To Pilot Shortage, SkyWest To Remove Seats To Allow Pilots With Lower-Level Certifications
SkyWest, the regional airline that services most airports in Wyoming, has asked the Dept of Transportation to allow them to remove 20 seats in their airplanes. This would allow them to use pilots who have lower-level certifications.
Wendy CorrJune 27, 2022
Harley Group Holds Motorcycle Rally At Yellowstone; Gives Much Needed Boost To Economy
The president of a Harley Davidson motorcycle group said when Yellowstone closed down after the massive floods, they "pooped their pants" because they thought they would have to cancel. But the Park opened just in time for their rally.
Wendy CorrJune 27, 2022