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Laramie County Residents Get 3 Hours' Notice Of Emergency Power Shut-Off
Residents in neighborhoods west of Cheyenne got three hours' notice Monday afternoon of an emergency power shut-off. Black Hills Energy says high winds and dry conditions prompted the response.
Renée JeanNovember 11, 2025
Wyoming Ranchers Cheer Trump’s Meat Packer Probe, Say Don’t Stop There
Wyoming ranchers have been calling for investigations of large meat packers for decades, and are cheering President Trump's move to do that. But they say don't stop there, because the system is broken and Congress needs to change the laws.
Renée JeanNovember 10, 2025
How Wyoming Is Trying To Become A Player In America’s Manufacturing Comeback
Wyoming business leaders say the effort to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. is an existential crisis for America and the world. Gillette businessman Mike Wandler, whose company makes components for NASA, says restoring the balance of power is critical.
Renée JeanNovember 09, 2025
Wyoming History: Early Rural Telephones Were Convenient — And Dangerous
In 1881, telephone service arrived in the modern city of Cheyenne, Wyoming. But for most rural residents, phones did not become common until decades later partly because without insulators, lightning strikes proved dangerous.
Jackie DorothyNovember 09, 2025
Casper Couple Giving 115-Year-Old Mercer House A Complete Makeover
A Casper couple is restoring the historic 115-year-old Mercer House right across from Natrona County High School. They couldn’t find what they were looking for in the local housing market, so they’re giving the old home a complete makeover.
Renée JeanNovember 08, 2025
Wyoming Airports Warn Of Cancellations, Delays Due To Shutdown
Wyoming’s airports are warning travelers to expect cancellations and delays after the FAA implemented a reduction in domestic flights. The situation could worsen if the shutdown is not resolved by Sunday.
Jackson WalkerNovember 08, 2025
Wyoming Author Channels Career As A Navy Russian Linguist Into Her Books
K.J. Gillenwater has channeled her knowledge of the military and national security from a career as a Navy Russian linguist into a successful sci-fi book series, "The Genesis Machine." She lives in Cody and also writes rom-coms and supernatural thrillers.
Jackie DorothyNovember 06, 2025
Wyoming Cows Go High-Tech With Electronic Collars And ‘Virtual Fencing’
Cows across Wyoming might soon be corralled by electronic collars that vibrate to tell them where to go, or shock them when they stray. It’s called “virtual fencing.”
Mark HeinzNovember 05, 2025
One-Of-A-Kind Rockefeller Family Retreat In Jackson Hole Lists For $12.9M
The Rockefeller family has owned a remote retreat with unparalleled Grand Teton views for going on a half-century. The property has just hit the market for $12.9 million.
Renée JeanNovember 05, 2025
Colorado Tops In EV Sales, Wyoming Near Bottom — But An ‘Infrastructure Pioneer’
Colorado leads the nation in electric vehicle sales, with nearly a third of all new cars sold being EVs. Wyoming is near the bottom of the list at 44th, but it’s an "infrastructure pioneer" as one of the top states for EV charging.
David MadisonNovember 03, 2025
Willy Wonka Has Nothing On This Over-The-Top Montana Candymaker
Willy Wonka has nothing on the Parrot Confectionary in Helena, Montana. It’s been making over-the-top candies for more than 100 years, and still does it all by hand.
Anna-Louise JacksonNovember 02, 2025
Why Not Filter Your Car’s Oil With A Roll Of Toilet Paper?
More than 70 years ago, an auto parts maker had an it’s-so-simple-it’s-brilliant idea — replace your car’s oil filter with a roll of toilet paper. The company still makes its toilet paper filter system, which it and some wrench-turners claim works better than standard filters.
Jackie DorothyNovember 02, 2025
Couple Donate Legacy 38,000-Acre, $21 Million Cattle Ranch To Keep It A Ranch
Dale Veseth runs cattle on the same Montana ranch his father did and his grandfather before him. He’s now donated the 38,000-acre, $21 million ranch to the Ranchers Stewardship Alliance, which will ensure that it stays a working cattle operation rather than being sold off or converted to other uses.
David MadisonNovember 01, 2025
No, Zelenskyy Isn’t Buying 916,000-Acre Pathfinder Ranches — But Someone Is
A rumor that Ukrainian President Zelensky is buying the 916,000-acre Pathfinder Ranch in Wyoming spread like wildfire Monday. But, it’s not true. However, an offer is pending on the $79.5 million ranch.
Renée JeanOctober 28, 2025
Museum Of The Mountain Man Building Wyoming's Newest Frontier Fort
Wyoming is famous for its historic frontier forts, and will soon have another one more than 150 years since the last was built. Mountain men broke ground on Fort Sublette last weekend in Pinedale, and it's expected to be open by next summer.
Andrew RossiOctober 26, 2025
Riverton Master Bladesmith Forges Beauty And Function Into Every Knife
Audra Draper of Riverton is a master bladesmith who forges knives that blend art and utility. The first woman to earn the master title from the American Bladesmith Society, she’s kept her craft — and business — burning for decades.
Mark HeinzOctober 26, 2025
It’s A ‘Battlefield’: Inside Jackson's Annual Massive Ski Swap
It’s a lot like Black Friday, where people line up outside in the dark waiting for the doors to open. When they do, Jackson’s annual massive ski swap on Saturday turned into a “battlefield” with crazed skiers seeking bargains.
David MadisonOctober 26, 2025
The Rawlins Pilot Who Flew A Future President And 40,000 Accident-Free Hours
Rawlins pilot Dwight France flew nearly 40,000 accident-free hours and operated France Flying Service, helping with wildlife studies and emergency search and rescue missions. He also flew George W. Bush on the campaign trail for his father, George H.W. Bush.
Dale KillingbeckOctober 25, 2025
How Wyoming's 'Marlboro Men’ Helped Get The World Hooked On Cigarettes
When Philip Morris & Co. wanted to revitalize “sissy" Marlboro cigarettes, it came to Wyoming to find cowboys that epitomized a tough new image. Its “Marlboro Men” ad campaign became one of the most successful ever — and helped get the world hooked on cigarettes.
Andrew RossiOctober 25, 2025
Big Hair, Suede Shoes, A Bravo Beginning — Shober’s Last Show Is Unforgettable
Everyone had a story to tell for Wyoming Office of Tourism Director Diane Shober’s last official show, including Shober herself. But she also took time to boost her successor, Visit Cheyenne’s President Domenic Bravo.
Renée JeanOctober 25, 2025
Wyoming Ranchers Join National Outcry Against Trump’s Argentina Beef Plan
Wyoming ranchers are protesting President Trump’s plan to import more beef from Argentina, arguing it threatens U.S. producers. They say fixing high prices should start with cutting domestic regulations, not boosting imports.
Renée JeanOctober 23, 2025
WYDOT Traffic Cameras Get Viewers From Around The World
The Wyoming Department of Transportation’s highway webcams are vital for Jackson-area workers checking for treacherous weather ahead of their commutes to and from Idaho. They’re also a lifeline for deployed soldiers homesick for the Cowboy State.
Jackson WalkerOctober 23, 2025
Pro-EV Group Wants Wyoming To Halt New Charging Tax
Wyoming started taxing electric vehicle drivers who plug into charging stations this month. Now a pro-EV group wants the new fee paused, saying it unfairly triple-taxes EV drivers. WYDOT says it's enforcing an existing law after broader EV reforms failed.
David MadisonOctober 20, 2025
Cody Businesses Team Up To Save Historic Cassie’s Restaurant From Wrecking Ball
Five Cody business owners have signed a long-term lease to operate the historic Cassie’s restaurant in Cody. Cassie’s opened as a supper club in 1993, but was in danger of being torn down after it recently closed amid its former owners' legal troubles.
Andrew RossiOctober 20, 2025