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Drinking Wyoming: Bear Mountain Junction In La Grange Has Beer, Killer Cinnamon Rolls
Bear Mountain Junction is a tiny all-in-one stop in La Grange on U.S. Highway 85 between Cheyenne and Hawk Springs. It’s a store, gift shop and bar, where you can get a beer and killer homemade cinnamon rolls.
Renée JeanApril 26, 2025
Eating Wyoming: Lander’s Mulino Italian Bistro Is Hard To Find, But Worth It
In the heart of downtown Lander, hidden from all casual view, there’s a serious little slice of Italy, waiting to be discovered by the keenly observant. Mulino Italian Bistro is a little hard to find, but worth it.
Renée JeanApril 26, 2025
Cody Couple Grows Tropical Fruits Year-Round In Unique Geothermal Greenhouse
Lynn and Karl Lampe of Cody grow fruits and vegetables all year-round in their self-designed and unique geothermal greenhouse. The greenhouse uses the earth’s temperature to regulate growing conditions, making it possible to grow tropical fruits.
Amber SteinmetzApril 26, 2025
For Wyoming Greenhouse Operators, Spring Starts When The Snow Is Deep
Spring started in January for the Sprout family in Lander. They planted their seeds while snow was still deep now are climatizing their perennials to the Wyoming weather.
Jackie DorothyApril 25, 2025
Pinedale’s World Famous Corral Bar For Sale For $1.5 Million
The World Famous Corral Bar in Pinedale may not actually be “world famous,” but it is a favorite spot for locals. The family that’s owned the bar for the last 25 years has decided it’s time to sell, listing it for about $1.5 million.
Renée JeanApril 25, 2025
Downtown Cheyenne Parking Garage A Nightmare, Nearby Business Owners Say
Cheyenne has taken steps to improve a problem downtown parking garage and make it safer. But business owners say there continue to be nightly noise violations, as well as vandalism.
Renée JeanApril 22, 2025
As AI Threats Grow, Wyoming Gets A Certified Cyber Defense Training Center
Laramie County Community College is the only institution in Wyoming to hold a cyber defense certification from the National Security Agency. The certification comes as threats from artificial intelligence grow every minute.
Amber SteinmetzApril 20, 2025
Mega Millions Makes Odds Better, But They’re Still Not As Good As Winning WyoLotto
The multistate Mega Millions lottery is charging more to play, but promises bigger jackpots with better odds of winning. But state lotteries like WyoLotto still offer better chances.
Renée JeanApril 20, 2025
Wyoming Company Builds Tough-As-Tank Security Gates For A-List Stars
Picasso Gate in Cheyenne may not be a household name, but its tough-as-a-tank security gates are coveted by A-list stars like Tom Cruise and Kevin Costner. It’s owned by a father-son duo who love Wyoming.
Renée JeanApril 20, 2025
There’s Something In Wyoming That Makes It Perfect To Grow Coors’ Special Barley
A special blend of barley has been grown by hundreds of farmers in Wyoming and three other Western states exclusively to brew Coors beer. That includes Jim Miller’s family near Worland, who thinks the crop is going to be “tremendous” this year.
Jackie DorothyApril 19, 2025
Wyoming Students Turn Shipping Container Into High-Tech Greenhouse
Central Wyoming College has engineered a shipping container into a high-tech greenhouse that’s like something out of “The Jetsons." It creates its own sunshine and rain to grow all kinds of produce.
Renée JeanApril 19, 2025
Drinking Wyoming: At Lander’s Pushroot Brewing, It’s All About The Foam
Pushroot Brewing Company in Lander brings unique Czech pours to Wyoming that put a luxurious twist on beer. It’s all about big heads, and even a beer pour that’s all foam.
Renée JeanApril 19, 2025
A Whole Town Near Yellowstone Is For Sale For Less Than $3 Million
Located 45 minutes from Yellowstone’s north entrance, the entire town of Pray, Montana, is for sale for $2.6 million. That includes its 100-year-old general store, post office, home and cabins.
Renée JeanApril 19, 2025
Residential Rents Skyrocket In Idaho And Montana, Remain Stable In Wyoming
While residential rents for people in Wyoming remain relatively stable, they’re skyrocketing by more than 30% in neighboring Montana and Idaho.
David MadisonApril 18, 2025
Politically Red Wyoming, Utah And Idaho Talk Break From Power Giant PacifiCorp
Officials in politically red states Wyoming and Utah are talking about teaming up with Idaho to rely more on fossil fuels to meet future electricity demands. They could break from PacifiCorps and its base in politically blue West Coast states.
David MadisonApril 18, 2025
‘Obnoxious’ Fireworks Outlets Near Cheyenne Can Reopen, But Dad Has To Stay Away
The Laramie County Commission has finally approved fireworks permits for a pair of businesses near the Colorado border it had said were too “obnoxious.” But the owner’s father has to stay away from her businesses as part of the agreement.
Renée JeanApril 17, 2025
Joe Pickett-Inspired Bourbon Hits Shelves Friday, Only 1,000 Bottles Available
Only 1,000 bottles of bourbon inspired by Joe Pickett, the popular mystery-solving game warden created by Wyoming author C.J. Box, are available. It goes on sale at liquor stores Friday and a release party at Pine Bluffs Distilling on Saturday.
Dale KillingbeckApril 17, 2025
Jackson’s Snow King Hotel Sale A Boost For Ski Hill’s Revival
The Snow King Mountain Resort’s ongoing revival is getting a boost with Trailborn’s recent purchase of the Snow King Resort Hotel at the base of the ski hill.
Renée JeanApril 17, 2025
Another Double-Digit Rocky Mountain Power Rate Hike Approved, More Likely Ahead
Wyoming Public Service Commissioners reluctantly approved another double-digit rate increase for Rocky Mountain Power on Tuesday. That means another $14 a month on an average residential customer’s bill, and more rate increases are likely ahead.
Renée JeanApril 16, 2025
Star Plunge Closure Hits Three Months, And Visitors Are Steering Clear
The Star Plunge hot springs venue has been closed for three months, which is starting to impact the tourism industry in and around Thermopolis. There are fewer people staying in local hotels with the busy summer tourism season on the horizon.
Renée JeanApril 15, 2025
Riverton Students Get Dose Of Tough Love From Celebrity Stylist Tabatha Coffey
Central Wyoming College students got a dose of celebrity stylist Tabatha Coffey’s signature tough love Thursday. Her non-nonsense style drove home that it takes more than dreaming big to make it big.
Renée JeanApril 13, 2025
Dubois Property Offers Big Ranch Amenities In A Small Package For $3.5 Million
West of Dubois, 17 Rocking Chair Ranch has all the amenities of a ranch with thousands of acres, but it sits on just 22. That makes it a rare affordable Western retreat for prospective buyers at $3.5 million.
Renée JeanApril 12, 2025
Wyoming And AI: L&H Chief Says Business Must Get Onboard Now Or Get Left Behind
Mike Wandler, president of Gillette-based L&H Industrial, says now is the time for Wyoming businesses to get onboard with artificial intelligence. If they don’t, they’ll get left behind.
Renée JeanApril 12, 2025
Eating Wyoming: Innards Are ‘In’ With Foodies, Homesteaders And Health Nuts
What many consider throw-away cuts of meat like tongues, tails and innards are becoming “in” in a big way. Foodies, homesteaders and health nuts are driving a trend that’s helping small Wyoming butcheries and bringing more unusual cuts to dinner plates.
Renée JeanApril 12, 2025