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Wyoming Farmers Fear Potential For Devastation From Drought
Drought is hurting farmers in southeast and central Wyoming, and the USDA is offering emergency loans. Many farmers are hoping that more rain is ahead and that they won’t need the assistance.
Renée JeanApril 01, 2025
Family Fun Awaits This Summer in Southwest Wyoming
Sweetwater County’s abundant natural playgrounds offer all kinds of opportunities to get out and play. Beyond outdoor escapades, you’ll find exciting summer shows, chances to see desert wildlife and a historic look at the Great American West at a variety of museums.
April 01, 2025
60,000-Square-Foot Vertical Farming Lab In Laramie On Hold Amid Bankruptcy
Plenty Unlimited is bankrupt, and its huge vertical farming research lab in Laramie is on hold. The company will keep a smaller, existing research station in Laramie. Most of the $20 million it was awarded in grant money will revert back to the state.
Renée JeanMarch 31, 2025
Eating Wyoming: Remedies Grill Has Been A Rock Springs Go-To Spot Since 1958
Remedies Grill in Rock Springs has been serving craveable diner fare since 1958, and known for its eclectic business model. A former pharmacy, it’s also a Wyoming gift shop and medical supply store.
Tracie SullivanMarch 30, 2025
Wyomingites Who Gave DNA To 23andMe Left In Limbo With Company’s Bankruptcy
Wyoming 23andMe users are scrambling to delete their DNA data in the wake of the company announcing bankruptcy. Others say they hope a future buyer will use their genetic information to help develop medical cures.
Renée JeanMarch 30, 2025
Are Farmer’s Almanacs Still The First And Last Word For Farmers And Ranchers?
For generations, American farmers have lived and died by almanacs going back to 1792, but with current technology, are they still trusted? Scientific or not, getting a Farmer’s Almanac or Old Farmer’s Almanac is a treasured tradition.
Andrew RossiMarch 29, 2025
Why People Drive Hours For Chugwater Soda Fountain’s Upscale Supper
Chugwater Soda Fountain is already famous for being Wyoming’s oldest operating soda fountain. Now it’s becoming known for its upscale Supper at the Fountain — and people drive hours for a spot at a table.
Renée JeanMarch 29, 2025
Wyoming Ranchers Ask Trump For Help In Family's Fence Line Fight With Feds
Wyoming ranchers have asked President Donald Trump to intervene in their daughter and son-in-law’s property dispute with the U.S. Forest Service in South Dakota.
Mark HeinzMarch 28, 2025
‘Obnoxious’ Cheyenne Fireworks Warehouse Again Denied Permit
A fireworks business at the Wyoming-Colorado border south of Cheyenne has again been denied a permit because county commissioners say it’s “obnoxious.” The manager says he’s “never going to stop” fighting.
Renée JeanMarch 27, 2025
No More Non-Compete Agreements In Wyoming Starting July 1
Starting July 1, businesses in Wyoming won’t be able to require people to sign non-compete agreements. That’s because of a bill that passed during this past legislative session that largely flew under the radar of public attention.
Leo WolfsonMarch 26, 2025
Need A Mansion? More Than 50 Wyoming Homes On The Market For At Least $10 Million
A collection of luxury properties are for sale just in time for the spring real estate buying season in Wyoming. Here’s a look at three unique homes that span the spectrum from a legacy Western spread to full-blown castle.
David MadisonMarch 26, 2025
Wyoming-Based Custodia Bank Is First To Send, Receive Digital U.S. Dollars
Wyoming-based Custodia Bank, working with a Texas bank, has successfully sent tokenized digital U.S. dollars from an account into the digital realm and back again. The transaction is the first of its kind.
Renée JeanMarch 26, 2025
State Shuts Down Bingo Nights At Cody Bars After ‘Illegal Gambling’ Complaint
Popular bingo nights at three Cody bars have been shut down by the Wyoming Gaming Commission after an anonymous complaint of “illegal gambling.” The agency says it’s following the law, while the bars call the move “absolutely ridiculous.”
Andrew RossiMarch 24, 2025
It's A Real Job: Horse Bodywork Therapist
Meaghan Peterson knows all about the 700 muscles that control a horse’s movement. The Thermopolis resident is a certified equine sports bodywork therapist. Her clientele is mostly between Cody and Casper although she does travel to other states too.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 23, 2025
The Local Man Behind The “Make Bozeman Montana Again” Billboard
Derek Aspinwall told Cowboy State Daily that Bozeman, Montana, is changing to be more like an Aspen or Vail, Colorado. So he put up a billboard pleading with the community to slow the development and get back to its roots before it's too late
David MadisonMarch 22, 2025
Gillette Museum Rescues Iconic Signs From Around Wyoming For New Neon Park
Frontier Auto Museum in Gillette is building a Neon Park to house neon signs it’s rescuing from around Wyoming. They already have the Holiday Lodge sign from Lander, the Cheyenne Motel sign, Fox Theater sign in Casper, and the Moorcroft Motel sign. More will be added when restored.
Andrew RossiMarch 22, 2025
Wyoming’s Top Ride? No Surprise, It’s The Ford F-150, Followed By Pickups And More Pickups
Whether the driver wears a cowboy hat or not, the seasons, roads and terrain of Wyoming mean pickups are the choice for drivers in the state. And the Ford F-150 is number one.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 22, 2025
Huge 150,000-Square-Foot Sports Facility Brings $1M To Casper In First Weeks
In its first weeks of operation in Casper, the huge 150,000-square-foot WYO Sports Ranch has made a $1 million economic impact on the community. It’s already drawing attention to host state and national tournaments.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 21, 2025
Reid Rasner: The Visionary Behind the Bold TikTok Acquisition Bid
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the financial and technology sectors, Reid Rasner, CEO and Founder of Omnivest Financial, has emerged as the leading force behind a $47.45 billion bid to acquire TikTok.
Sponsored ContentMarch 17, 2025
Nebraska Town Offers $50,000 House Down Payment If People Move There
To stem the stream of locals and businesses leaving town, Pawnee City, Nebraska, is offering a $50,000 incentive to move to the hometown of Larry The Cable Guy. The money is a down payment on a house for people who move there.
David MadisonMarch 17, 2025
Casper’s ‘Seven Wonders’ Are Odd, Unusual And Gravity-Defying
While the Seven Wonders of Casper may not be as famous as other landmarks in Wyoming like Old Faithful, Devils Tower or Independence Rock, they are unusual, interesting and worth seeing in a couple of hours, scavenger hunt style.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 16, 2025
Rural Cheyenne Residents Have A Noisy New Neighbor — A Bitcoin Miner
A noisy new bitcoin mining operation is disturbing its rural Cheyenne area neighbors who moved outside the city for peace and quiet. The company says it’s working on mitigating the issue.
Renée JeanMarch 16, 2025
After 64 Years, Saying Goodbye To Joe's Liquor And Bar In Rock Springs
For 64 years, Joe’s Liquor and Bar has been the go-to watering hole for generations of Rock Springs locals. One of only two Wyoming spots in the Dive Bar Hall of Fame, Joe’s has closed for good.
Tracie SullivanMarch 16, 2025
Ski-Lift Accident Kills Montana Skier But Experts Say Fatalities Are Rare
A Billings skier died earlier this week after he fell out of a ski chair lift in Red Lodge, Montana. One expert told Cowboy State Daily that although accidents do happen, statistics show "chairlift fatalities are very, very, very rare."
Clair McFarlandMarch 14, 2025
Bot Attack Crashes First Day Of Cheyenne Frontier Days Concert Ticket Sales
A bot attack on Thursday crashed the first day of ticket sales for Cheyenne Frontier Days’ nighttime concerts, causing the organization to shut off ticket sales and postpone them until next week.
Leo WolfsonMarch 13, 2025
Wildfires Big Driver Behind Rocky Mountain Power’s Double-Digit Rate Hike
Wyoming’s wildfires have spurred higher insurance costs so much, Rocky Mountain Power says it's proposing another double-digit rate increase. It’s also considering self-insurance.
Renée JeanMarch 12, 2025
Rocky Mountain Power Makes Case For Rate Hike, Says Large Users Will Pay More
At a Tuesday public hearing for Rocky Mountain Power’s latest double-digit rate increase request, the company said residential customers won’t pay as much. Large power users like data centers would pay more.
Renée JeanMarch 12, 2025
Wyoming Egg-Eaters Say Investigation Into High Prices Can’t Come Soon Enough
Wyoming senior citizens say they’re giving up on eggs for breakfast, or in some cases skipping breakfast altogether. They say an investigation into what’s happening with egg prices can’t come soon enough.
Renée JeanMarch 11, 2025
Rocky Mountain Power Wants Another Double-Digit Rate Increase
The Wyoming Public Service Commission has a hearing Tuesday for another double-digit rate increase request for Rocky Mountain Power. If approved, RMP rates will have increased more than 30% since 2024.
Renée JeanMarch 11, 2025
Montana’s ‘Maple Man’ Taps 300-Plus Trees To Make Maple Syrup In His Driveway
Known as “Maple Man,” a Missoula, Montana, resident taps 300-plus trees around town to grow his urban syrup business. He’s the state’s only commercially licensed maple syrup maker, and does it all in his driveway.
Anna-Louise Jackson for Cowboy State DailyMarch 09, 2025
Chad Madsen Of Afton Owns Wyoming's Largest Horse Herd — And Knows Them All By Name
Chad Madsen runs a herd of 2,500 horses, the largest in Wyoming, on ranches in Pavilion and Afton. The horses end up at outfitters and dude ranches across the state as rentals for tourists and hunters. And Madsen says he knows them all by name.
Renée JeanMarch 08, 2025
Cheyenne Barber Predicts Weeks Of Misery Because Of Daylight Saving Time
Longtime Cheyenne barber Glen Chavez was upset on Friday that the semi-annual time change was happening again on Sunday morning. Chavez says that 99.9% of the customers at Trujillo's Barbershop want the tradition ended and the "clocks locked."
Jimmy OrrMarch 08, 2025
Cheyenne Farmers Worry Huge Data Center Will Suck Up Their Irrigation Water
Farmers and ranchers in eastern Laramie County are worried that a massive Facebook (Meta) data center, along with similar future projects, will suck up the water they need. Cheyenne's mayor reassures them it won't.
Mark HeinzMarch 07, 2025
Along Montana-Canada Border, Tariffs Could Spike Prices For Beer, Fishing Lures
A lot of commerce flows across the 545 miles of border between Montana and Canada. With promised 25% tariffs going into effect Tuesday, locals expect prices for all kinds of things to spike, including beer and fishing lures.
David MadisonMarch 04, 2025
Wyoming Businesses Wait To See Impact Of Tariffs, Going Into Effect Tuesday
President Trump on Monday said there’s no more delaying 25% tariffs that will go into effect on Canada and Mexico on Tuesday. That’s expected to impact Wyoming, which does more business with Canada than any other foreign country.
Renée JeanMarch 04, 2025
Lummis, Hageman Hail Trump’s Halt To ‘Burdensome’ Disclosures On Small Businesses
Sen. Cynthia Lummis and Rep. Harriet Hageman are cheering a Sunday decision by President Trump’s Treasury secretary to halt “burdensome” disclosure rules for small businesses. They call the move a “major win” for small businesses across Wyoming.
Sean BarryMarch 04, 2025
Two Wyoming Trona Mines Bought For $1.4B To Create World’s Largest Producer
London-based WE Soda has bought Genesis Alkali’s two trona mines in southwest Wyoming for $1.4 billion. It makes WE Soda the No. 1 producer of natural trona in the world.
Renée JeanMarch 03, 2025
After 110 Years, Hotel LaBonte In Douglas Keeps The Old West Alive
Fifth-generation Converse County rancher Keith Moore and his wife Macey bought the Hotel LaBonte in Douglas 10 years ago because of their affinity for old buildings and downtown revitalization. Its past includes a historic old west shootout and plenty of ghostly happenings.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 02, 2025
New Field & Stream Branded Hotel To Launch In Montana
A new Field & Stream-themed lodge is being launched in the middle of hotel boom in Bozeman, Montana. It promises guests a throwback summer camp experience filled with the magazine’s outdoors nostalgia.
David MadisonMarch 02, 2025
Montana, Wyoming Top List Of Fastest-Selling Real Estate Markets
A new real estate report shows Wyoming, Montana, and Alaska are the fastest-selling real estate markets in the nation. Inventory in Wyoming is very low -- ranging from 1.79% in Natrona County to 2.05% in Sweetwater County to 5.63% in Park County.
David MadisonMarch 02, 2025
So What Exactly Is A Wyoming King Bed And How Big Is It?
Everyone knows about California King beds, but there’s a relatively new item in oversized mattresses. The Wyoming King is in the middle of the oversized mattress variants. It's bigger than a Texas King but smaller than an Alaskan or Alberta King.
Andrew RossiMarch 01, 2025
Glenrock Man Has 5 Acres Of Rusted-Out Vintage Cars That Have Potential To Be Jewels
Gary Dickinson has 5 acres of rusted-out vintage cars that some might call a graveyard of junk. The Glenrock man says they’re half right — his old cars are junk, but they have the potential to become jewels.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 01, 2025
Drinking Wyoming: Frosty’s, A True Casper Dive Bar Proudly Serving Horrible Liquor
Frosty’s in Casper, is a typical dive bar in many ways — and proud to serve one of the most terrible tasting liquors. It’s one of the few places outside Chicago with Jeppson’s Malort, a rite-of-passage drink people say tastes like old socks.
Renée JeanMarch 01, 2025
New Study Adds Momentum To Return Of Passenger Rail To Wyoming, Montana
A January report from the Federal Railroad Administration recommends restoring Amtrak routes across the West, including through Cheyenne. It specifically recommended passenger train travel across southern Wyoming and a north-south route to Billings.
David MadisonMarch 01, 2025
Why Wyoming’s Oil And Gas Industry Isn’t Yet “Drill Baby Drilling”
Optimism is high in Wyoming’s oil and gas sector with President Donald Trump's promise to "drill, baby, drill." But there’s also uncertainty about how more drilling will impact prices.
Renée JeanMarch 01, 2025
Trucking Fatalities Have Increased Since Feds Stopped Suspending Truckers Who Can’t Read English
Fatalities involving large commercial trucks have been on the rise since 2016. That was the year the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued a memorandum telling safety inspectors not to suspend commercial drivers for failing to communicate well in English.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 28, 2025
Trump Says US Doesn’t Need Canada’s Timber, And Wyoming’s Lumber Industry Agrees
Wyoming’s lumber industry isn’t huge, but was heartened to hear President Trump say America doesn’t need timber from Canada. The industry says it needs more than tariffs to save it — like changes to forest management.
Renée JeanFebruary 28, 2025
Wyoming Grows Lead In Race For Rare Earths Thanks To Bigger Haul From Huge Deposit
Wyoming Rare (USA) Inc. is reporting even better returns at its Halleck Creek rare earth mining site. That helps grow Wyoming’s lead in the race for domestic production — and processing — of critical rare earth minerals.
Renée JeanFebruary 26, 2025
Wyoming’s McGinley Clinic Gains National Spotlight with Indy NXT Sponsorship
A Wyoming-based medical clinic is making waves on the national and international stage, drawing top-tier professional athletes to Casper and Gillette for world-class orthopedic treatment.
Sponsored ContentFebruary 25, 2025
Wyoming’s Oldest General Store In Aladdin Loses Its 127-Year-Old Post Office
The tiny outpost of Aladdin in northeast Wyoming is home to the state’s oldest general store, which has also served as a local post office since 1898. But no more. The Postal Service has discontinued its contract with the Aladdin General Store.
Renée JeanFebruary 25, 2025
Meet Jerry Kintzler: 55 Years Of Designing Flower Arrangements — And Saving Lives
Jerry Kintzler has been designing flower arrangements for 55 years in Riverton and has even saved lives with his flower knowledge. At least twice, he warned people that premature dead flowers were a sign they had gas leaks in their homes.
Jackie DorothyFebruary 23, 2025
Not All Solar Panel Systems Are Nightmares For Their Owners
Several Cowboy State Daily readers wrote in to talk about their experiences with solar panels after a Happy Valley family living near Cheyenne shared their nightmare experience. They also shared tips on how to select the right system.
Renée JeanFebruary 23, 2025
‘Nuclear Verdicts’ Against Big Ski Resorts Could Price Mom-And-Pop Areas Out Of Business
A widow suing the world-famous Sun Valley Resort in Idaho over the death of her husband could end with a “nuclear verdict” that could spike insurance rates across the industry. That could price mom-and-pop areas like those in Wyoming out of business.
David MadisonFebruary 23, 2025
Six Degrees And Snowing At 7:30 p.m. And Nate Ditto Is Cutting Down A 50-Foot Tree
Arborist Nate Ditto was trying to beat the clock by cutting down a 50-foot tree before a snowstorm hit Cheyenne last week. To make things more interesting, it was six-degrees and snowing at 7:30 p.m. and he was still at it. He says he likes the adrenaline he gets from his job.
Renée JeanFebruary 23, 2025
Clock Ticking Again For Small Businesses To Report Ownership
Small business owners now have until March 21 to file forms disclosing their ownership. But even the federal agency in charge isn’t firm on that deadline with legislation and a court case pending.
Renée JeanFebruary 20, 2025
Wyoming Native Reid Rasner Puts Together $47.45 Billion Offer To Buy TikTok
Casper native Reid Rasner has put together a $47.45 billion bid to bring the popular social media app TikTok to Wyoming, which he said would keep the app away from China and boost the state’s economy.
Renée JeanFebruary 20, 2025
WHP Association May Be First Law Enforcement Group In Nation To Buy Into Bitcoin
The Wyoming Highway Patrol Association voted last week to buy bitcoin, which has exploded by 400% over the last five years. The association says it may be the first law enforcement group in the United States to invest in bitcoin.
Renée JeanFebruary 18, 2025
Wildfires Help Push 40,000 Head Drop To Wyoming’s 2024 Cattle Production
Despite a 3% decrease in cattle production in 2024, Wyoming ranchers expect 2025 will bring back a strong cattle market. The Wyoming Stock Growers Association says part of the reason for the 40,000-head decrease was the severe wildfire season.
Jackie DorothyFebruary 18, 2025
Wyoming And Montana Legislators Seek To Ban Lab-Grown Meat
Allusions to “Frankenstein” and “The Matrix” punctuate discussion of bills designed to protect “food traditions” and ban the sale of meat created in a laboratory. Wyoming and Montana are among states trying to ban it.
David MadisonFebruary 17, 2025
Montana Man Has Spent 20 Years Forging Weapons To Stave Off A Zombie Uprising
Joey Arbour has made as many as 10,000 custom blades and knives since he started his Montana-based company Zombie Tools. His blades have been featured in television and movies like “Dune.”
Anna-Louise Jackson for Cowboy State DailyFebruary 16, 2025