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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.

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

Master bladesmith Audra Draper of Riverton specializes in making knives. She also makes other metal products, such as this trivet, forged from an old horseshoe.

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

Snow on the brain: The crowd rushed in to snap up the best deals at 7 a.m. sharp on Saturday at the annual Jackson Hole Ski and Snowboard Club's ski swap. The bargain-minded started showing up around 4 a.m. at the Heritage Arena, where about 4,300 items were up for sale at deep discounts.

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

Dwight France for many years operated his France Flying Service out of the Rawlins Municipal Airport. He also managed the airport for many years.

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

Wyoming cowboy Darrell Winfield wasn't the only Marlboro Man, but was the most iconic sympbol of the West for the cigarette brand's global advertising.

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

Incoming Wyoming Office of Tourism Director Domenic Bravo strikes a pose in a fun photo taken with outgoing director Diane Shober and the Wyoming Office of Tourism staff, just after the awards ceremony for the Fall Hospitality and Tourism Summit in Riverton.

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 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.

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

This view from a Teton Pass webcam gets the most of all WYDOT cameras. It's popular with people who commute between Jackson and Idaho, especially in winter.

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

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.

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

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.

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

David Maulik of Riverton's Maker Space 307 volunteered to create a prosthetic hand for a local pastor, Scott Jorgenson, through the e-NABLE group that connects people with volunteers who can build the hands. This is just one of many projects that have been made possible with the 3D machines and other emerging technology.

Need A Robot Hand? If You Can Think It, You Can Make It At Riverton Maker Space

With 3D printers, advanced laser cutters and even heavy-duty sewing machines, Maker Space 307 is loaded with tech for the public to use. If you can think it, you can make it at the Riverton maker space — even a robot hand.

Jackie DorothyOctober 19, 2025

Nels Wroe with Dry Land Distillers has created a novel whiskey using emmer wheat grown in Wyoming.

Unique Whiskey Made From Ancient Grain Grown In Wyoming Called Emmer Debuts

A new whiskey debuted on Saturday made from emmer wheat grown in Powell, Wyoming. Nels Wroe, who grew up in Douglas and is the owner of Dry Land Distillers, said they're the only company making a true 100% emmer whiskey. "It's the only one like it in the world," he said.

Renée JeanOctober 19, 2025

A Cheyenne clinic has added a remote blood-pressure monitoring program for high-risk pregnancies. It’s the latest example of a wearable health technology industry that's growing fast across Wyoming.

Cheyenne Clinic Uses Wearable Tech To Protect Moms And Babies

A Cheyenne clinic has just added a remote blood-pressure monitoring program for high-risk pregnancies. It’s just the latest example of wearable health technology entering the medical field in Wyoming.

Renée JeanOctober 19, 2025

A doctor at Ivinson Memorial talks with a patient. Ivinson is among Wyoming medical facilities that have turned to fractional physicians provide more services to its community.

Part-Time Doctors Have Full-Time Impact For Rural Wyoming Patients

Health care clinics in rural America have long struggled to recruit specialists to serve low-population, wide-open regions. A new model called fractional medicine lets them recruit part-time doctors and surgeons for hard-to-fill jobs.

Renée JeanOctober 18, 2025

A veterans memorial in Wright, Wyoming.

Wright At 50: A Half-Century For The Wyoming Town That Coal Built

As one of Wyoming's youngest towns, Wright is celebrating its 50th year in existence this year. It may have started as a camp for workers at nearby coal mines, but Wright has grown into its own.

Renée JeanOctober 18, 2025

The Hideout Ranch in Shell, Wyoming, famed for its mustang horses and luxury guest experience, has hit the market for $14.95 million. Its owners are selling after two decades of global acclaim.

Luxurious Hideout Ranch In Shell, Wyoming, Lists For $14.95 Million

The Hideout Ranch in Shell, Wyoming, famed for its mustang horses and luxury guest experience, has hit the market for $14.95 million. Its owners are selling after two decades of global acclaim.

Renée JeanOctober 18, 2025

At the B Bar Ranch, grizzly bears crowd the meadows in October digging for caraway roots.

More Grizzlies Than Ever Are Showing Up On The B Bar Ranch

The Tom Miner Basin, on the edge of Yellowstone, isn't just beautiful, it's grizzly bear country. It has one of the densest populations of grizzlies in the U.S. Every October, bear lovers flock to B Bar Ranch to see the many grizzlies feast on caraway root.

David MadisonOctober 18, 2025

From left: Scotlyn, Morgan, Greg, Pam, Colten, and Jordan Flitner with dog Sage.

Flitner Family Buys Bighorn Mountain Ranch Back From Kanye West

Members of the Flitner family have bought their family’s ranch near Greybull, Wyoming, back from Kanye West. All the historic buildings, including Baldridge Cabin, are intact.

Renée JeanOctober 18, 2025

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Free Land! Chamberlain, South Dakota, Gives Away Lots to Solve Housing Crunch

The scenic city of Chamberlain, South Dakota, perched on the banks of the Missouri River near the center of the state, is attacking its housing shortage by giving away lots so more residents build more homes.

David MadisonOctober 17, 2025

The foundation to install the Tumble Inn Cowboy sign is ready outside the Yellowstone Garage and Bull Horn Brewery at the corner of West Yellowstone Highway and South Elm Street in Casper.

New Casper Home Ready For 21-Foot Tumble Inn Cowboy, But Debut Unlikely This Year

Those restoring the historic Tumble Inn Cowboy sign that once stood in Powder River say its debut in downtown Casper will take a little longer. A new home for the 21-foot neon sign is ready, but it's unlikely it will go up this year.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 16, 2025

Wyoming sheep jams are a reminder of the big struggles ranchers face. Rising costs and industry changes threaten family farms, prompting new efforts to protect them.

Wyoming Sheep Jams Reveal Mounting Pressures On Local Ranches And Farms

Wyoming sheep jams are a reminder of the big struggles ranchers face. Rising costs and industry changes threaten family farms, prompting new efforts to protect them.

David MadisonOctober 15, 2025

A group of 20 ranchers are getting ready to drill a test well in southeastern Wyoning for carbon storage. The project is pushing ahead despite federal funding delays.

Hot Carbon Markets Boost Wyoming Ranchers’ Capture Project

A group of Wyoming ranchers is building a massive carbon storage project on their land. The project aims to store carbon dioxide underground, creating new income and supporting the local economy.

Renée JeanOctober 14, 2025

Wyoming's rapidly growing data center sector has sparked concerns about rising power bills.

Wyoming’s Data Center Boom Sparks Fears Of Soaring Electric Rates

Wyoming’s growing sector of artificial intelligence and data centers have collectively announced 12.8 gigawatts worth of processing power so far. That has sparked concerns about rising power bills, but not everyone is worried.

Renée JeanOctober 14, 2025

This bull moose in Grand Teton National Park was known as Elk Antler, because of the unique shape of his antlers. He was stuck by a vehicle and killed Friday.

Four Moose Killed By Drivers In Grand Teton, Including Famed Bull 'Elk Antler'

Four moose, including famed bull “Elk Antler,” were killed by speeding drivers in Grand Teton National Park over the past couple of weeks. Authorities say increasing traffic is to blame as "shoulder seasons" are much busier than they used to be.

Mark HeinzOctober 13, 2025

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