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A Cody woman says she was shook-up when a FedEx driver let himself into her home uninvited and without warning to get a signature on a package. She said he's lucky her pit bull was upstairs, and wants to warn people about how dangerous that can be.

Cody Woman Says FedEx Driver Barged Into Her Home Without Permission

A Cody woman says she was shook-up when a FedEx driver let himself into her home uninvited and without warning to get a signature on a package. She said he's lucky her dog was upstairs, and wants to warn people about how dangerous that can be.

Kolby FedoreApril 21, 2026

Glen Romig poses with Wyoming's First Lady Jenny Gordon and New York Times bestselling author C.J. Box during the release for Romanowski Rye.

Joe Pickett Fans Converge On Pine Bluffs To Buy C.J. Box's New Romanowski Rye

Fans lined up in a crazy-long line Saturday to buy bottles of Nate Romanowski Rye signed by Joe Pickett author C.J. Box. This year’s rye continues a collaboration between Box and Pine Bluffs Distilling that started last year with Joe Pickett Bourbon.

Renée JeanApril 20, 2026

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Kemmerer Races To Build Homes As TerraPower Nuclear Plant On Fast Track

This spring kicks off a race to build housing before a TerraPower nuclear power plant construction boom to keep as many of its long-term workers in Kemmerer as possible. That’s key to capturing the growth potential for the small Wyoming town.

Renée JeanApril 19, 2026

Rawlins is trying to shake its reputation as a drive-thru town for travelers on Interstate 80, but not intending to stop except for gas and a bathroom break. A push is on to show those visitors that there's plenty to see if they’d stay overnight.

Rawlins Wants To Shake Reputation As Drive-Thru Town For I-80 Travelers

Rawlins is trying to shake its reputation as a drive-thru town for travelers on Interstate 80 who don't stop except for gas and a bathroom break. A push is on to show those visitors that there's plenty to see if they’d stay overnight.

Renée JeanApril 19, 2026

Jackson Beef and Wyoming Whiskey were part of celebrity chef Marc Murphy’s $295-a-plate “Wyoming Night” at a New York City restaurant. “Everybody wants to be a cowboy,” especially in New York, says Wyoming Whiskey’s co-founder.

Beef And Whiskey: Celebrity Chef Hosts $295-A-Plate ‘Wyoming Night’ At New York Pop-Up

Celebrity chef Marc Murphy hosted a $295-a-plate "Wyoming Night" featuring Jackson Beef and Wyoming Whiskey at his restaurant in Manhattan. “Everybody wants to be a cowboy, especially in New York,” said Wyoming Whiskey co-founder David DeFazio.

Anna-Louise JacksonApril 18, 2026

A letter mailed to Lisa in Alabama was instead delivered to Roger in Torrington, Wyoming, in what Postal Service called a “rare” error. It was a head-scratcher for Roger who said the name and address on the envelope were both clear and legible.

Postal Ping Pong: Letter Addressed To Woman In Alabama Gets Sent To Man In Wyoming

A letter mailed to Lisa in Alabama was instead delivered to Roger in Torrington, Wyoming, in what Postal Service called a “rare” error. It was a head-scratcher for Roger who said the name and address on the envelope were both clear and legible. 

Renée JeanApril 18, 2026

John L. Blair of Shell, Wyoming, is a master saddlemaker who commands more than $45,000 for a saddle, $15,000 for a leather bowl or $8,500 for a custom purse. He works listening to Mozart, one virtuoso inspiring another to create stunning leather art.

Meet John L. Blair: Wyoming’s Mozart Of Saddlemaking And Virtuoso With Leather

John L. Blair of Shell, Wyoming, is a master saddlemaker who commands more than $45,000 for a saddle, $15,000 for a leather bowl or $8,500 for a custom purse. He works listening to Mozart, one virtuoso inspiring another to create stunning leather art.

Renée JeanApril 18, 2026

Two manums of Chateau Lafite 1870 hit the auction block at Sotheby's on Friday, April 17, 2026, sending a buzz round the wine world. Both could go for more than $50,000, says Sydney Werry, sommolier at the Brush Creek Ranch near Saratoga. They're part of a stash from Glamis Castle in Scottland considered the best in the world. Also in the auction is a bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1865, far left, which isn't expected to fetch quite as much.

Brush Creek Ranch Sommelier: Ultra-Rare 1870 Wine Will Get More Than $50K At Auction

The sommelier at Wyoming’s 5-star Brush Creek Ranch says the Friday auction of two bottles of ultra-rare 1870 Chateau Lafite discovered in an ancient castle should get more than $50,000 each. “This wine is in the category of never-to-be-seen-again," she said.

Renée JeanApril 16, 2026

A small army of workers are busy at the Meta data center site south of Cheyenne. An 800-unit man camp that could house up to 5,600 workers is proposed to be located on land behind the Meta site.

Massive 5,600-Worker Man Camp Proposed For Cheyenne's South Side

A developer is asking Laramie County to build an 800-unit man camp to house up to 5,600 construction workers to build data centers. Neighbors say they don’t want the crime that comes with it, while the county says the workers are coming regardless.

David MadisonApril 14, 2026

Microsoft announced Tuesday that it will buy 3,200 more acres in Cheyenne to build data centers, tripling its footprint in Wyoming's capital city while promising to limit impacts on power rates, water and housing. Above is Microsoft's data center in the Cheyenne Business Parkway business park in east Cheyenne.

Microsoft To Triple Its Cheyenne Data Center Footprint With 3,200-Acre Land Buy

Microsoft announced Tuesday that it will buy 3,200 more acres in Cheyenne to build data centers, tripling its footprint in Wyoming's capital city while promising to limit impacts on power rates, water and housing.

Renée JeanApril 14, 2026

Independent-minded families and entrepreneurs across Wyoming are fighting back against uncomfortably high grocery store prices. People are turning to their discount stores and co-ops to cut grocery bills.

Discount Grocers, Co-Ops Help Wyoming Families Fight Soaring Food Costs

Families and entrepreneurs in Wyoming are fighting back against high grocery store prices by starting discount stores and co-ops. Brad Ruckert, who owns Down Home Discount in Powell and Cody, tries to sell goods at 20% below Walmart & 50% below when possible.

Renée JeanApril 13, 2026

The pink Styrrups Soda shop opened in March on Second Street in Casper has been a boon for Casper entrepreneurs Dave and Ari Starcevich who already had a successful coffee shop in town.

Dirty Soda Craze Hits Wyoming, Has Customers Lining Up Around The Block

Dirty soda shops are beginning to appear all over Wyoming and customers are lining up around the block to get them. Jazzed up by adding flavored syrups, cream and add-ins, dirty soda is a "prime market” for new small business owners.

Dale KillingbeckApril 11, 2026

Chugwater butcher Alex Springs has turned an old school bus into a mobile meat shop to bring Wyoming beef to small towns. It’s a creative solution to get local meat to rural customers in a state with a whole lot of nowhere between towns.

Chugwater Butcher Turns School Bus Into Mobile Meat Wagon To Serve Small Towns

A butcher in Chugwater has turned an old school bus into a mobile meat shop to bring Wyoming beef to small towns. It’s a creative solution to get local meat to rural customers in a state with a whole lot of nowhere between towns.

Renée JeanApril 11, 2026

Fans of the Little America hotel near Green River say its demolition is “heartbreaking.” Its cheap ice cream cones, penguin mascot and endless roadside billboards are legendary. It’s also been a lifesaving haven from Wyoming’s notorious blizzards.

Remembering Little America: Fans Of Original Hotel Call Demolition ‘Heartbreaking’

Fans of the Little America hotel near Green River say its demolition is “heartbreaking.” Its cheap ice cream cones, penguin mascot and endless roadside billboards are legendary. It’s also been a lifesaving haven from Wyoming’s notorious blizzards.

Renée JeanApril 11, 2026

Accused of monopolizing the tractor repair market, John Deere agreed this week to settle a long-running right-to-repair lawsuit. Farmers are skeptical, saying the company’s promises come across as, “Trust us, we really mean it this time.”

Right To Repair: John Deere Settlement Could Mean Payouts For Wyoming Farmers

Accused of monopolizing the tractor repair market, John Deere agreed this week to settle a long-running right-to-repair lawsuit. Farmers are skeptical, saying the company’s promises come across as, “Trust us, we really mean it this time.”

Kate MeadowsApril 10, 2026

Tyler Lindholm authored Wyoming’s 2015 Food Freedom Act and has come out swinging after the state seized USDA-inspected beef from a farm stand in Cheyenne and banned it from selling meat. 

Wyoming Food Freedom Act's Author Says State Is Wrong For Banning Meat Sales

Crook County rancher Tyler Lindholm, who authored Wyoming’s Food Freedom Act, is not happy after the state seized USDA-inspected beef from a farm stand in Cheyenne and banned it from selling meat. "Legislative intent is a thing and I know my intent," he said.

Renée JeanApril 10, 2026

Jackson is the hottest U.S. destination for early summer bookings, according to data from AirDNA which tracks AirBnb, VRBO, and other short-term rentals. The trend mirrors a Gen Z pivot from beach vacations to mountain escapes.

Jackson Hole Is Hottest U.S. Destination For Early Summer Bookings

The Jackson Hole area is the hottest U.S. destination for early summer bookings, according to data from AirDNA which tracks AirBnb, VRBO and other short-term rentals. The area has a 57% occupancy rate on the books for June, a 20% increase over last year.

Renée JeanApril 10, 2026

Wyoming ranchers are split on the USDA considering a phased reopening of the U.S.-Mexico border to beef following a devastating screwworm outbreak. Some say it could mean lower prices, but others will be “greatly opposed to it."

Wyoming Ranchers Split On Opening Mexico Border To Beef After Screwworm Outbreak

Wyoming ranchers are split on the USDA considering a phased reopening of the U.S.-Mexico border to beef following a devastating screwworm outbreak. Some say it could mean lower prices, but others will be “greatly opposed to it."

Kate MeadowsApril 10, 2026

A data center is proposed to go next to the blue-ribbon Montana trout water immortalized in the movie "A River Runs Through It.” Neighbors are scrutinizing the plan as industry insiders say the hunt is on in Wyoming and Montana for new data center sites.

Where ‘A River Runs Through It’: Inside The Hunt For Data Center Sites

A data center is proposed to go next to the blue-ribbon Montana trout water immortalized in the movie "A River Runs Through It.” Neighbors are scrutinizing the plan as industry insiders say the hunt is on in Wyoming and Montana for new data center sites.

David MadisonApril 07, 2026

The Star Plunge hot springs in Hot Springs State Park have been temporarily closed because management let its insurance lapsed.

$3 Million State Buyout Of Star Plunge, Hotel Could End Decades Of Disputes

Wyoming lawmakers have set aside $3 million to buy the Star Plunge and Hot Springs Hotel. That could end decades of disputes, as well as an ongoing lawsuit, clearing the way for the Star Plunge to reopen after closing abruptly more than a year ago.

Renée JeanApril 06, 2026

Inside the greenhouse where Wyoming's Drea Hineman simulates zero gravity for lettuces that shes growing. Her work will help astronauts grow their own food someday on the moon.

Space Farming: Wyoming Research Is Changing How We Farm The Arid West And The Moon

In a greenhouse perched a mile above sea level, a Wyoming researcher is helping lay the groundwork for a future where astronauts don’t just visit distant worlds but farm them. Her experiments in space-based agriculture earned her a top NASA rating.

Renée JeanApril 05, 2026

At the Chinook Winds Lodge in Dubois, guests share the motel with a flock of free-range chickens that produce eggs for the guests. “If you’ve eaten farm-fresh eggs, you know they have that beautiful yolk, and they’re very nutritious," says the owner.

Traveling Wyoming: At Dubois Lodge, Guests Share Motel With Free-Range Chickens

At the Chinook Winds Lodge in Dubois, guests share the motel with a flock of free-range chickens that produce eggs for the guests. “If you’ve eaten farm-fresh eggs, you know they have that beautiful yolk, and they’re very nutritious," says the owner.

Renée JeanApril 05, 2026

Chase Fisher installs a riser for new electrical service.

Data Centers Behind Huge Pay For Electricians, As High As $260,000 In Some Parts

An explosion of data centers across the U.S. has created an explosion in the need for electricians — and their pay can reach as much as $260,000 a year in some parts. In Wyoming, big six figure salaries are available too but it comes with tradeoffs.

Renée JeanApril 05, 2026

At Wellborn Farms in Sheridan, fermented foods like sauerkraut and kimchi make up about 70% of its business. Above, co-owner Allen Wellborn selling sauerkraut and other items at a farmers market.

Once Fringe, Fermented Foods Are Becoming Mainstream Across Wyoming

Fermented foods aren’t on the fringe of the culinary scene anymore, exploding into a $63.3 billion industry across the U.S. In Wyoming, more people are making and eating sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, and just about anything else they can ferment.

Renée JeanApril 05, 2026

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