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Chuck Gray Says He Will Champion Wyoming Energy In Congress Except "Woke Wind"
Appearing on Tim Pool's popular podcast, Rep-Elect Chuck Gray said he will spend his time in Congress pushing for access to markets for Wyoming energy and fighting government subsidized wind projects. “I call it woke wind,” Gray said. “The media hated it.”
Charlie SpieringNovember 14, 2026
Wyoming House Leadership Team Unveils Wyoming-First Priorities List
Wyoming House Speaker nominee Lloyd Larsen and his panel of new and nominated House leaders unveiled a Wyoming-centric priorities list Saturday. It’s a pivot from the recent, more nationally-focused agenda of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus.
Clair McFarlandNovember 14, 2026
Tara Nethercott Nominated Wyoming Senate President, Lloyd Larsen House Speaker
Meeting privately in Casper on Saturday, the Republicans of the Wyoming Legislature nominated Cheyenne-based Sen. Tara Nethercott as Senate President and Lander-based Rep. Lloyd Larsen as House Speaker.
Clair McFarlandNovember 14, 2026
Judge Overturns Wyoming Education Department's Special Ed Violations
A Wyoming district judge has overturned state findings that Sweetwater County School District No. 1 violated federal special education law in a case involving student privacy and parental rights. The ruling comes amid broader scrutiny of the district's special education program.
Kate MeadowsNovember 14, 2026
‘Blue Wave’ Has 2nd Amendment Advocates Worried About Renewed Gun Control Push
After a Democratic "blue wave" in the midterms, Second Amendment advocates say they worry about a renewed push for gun control. “At the national level, there is definitely cause for concern,” Mark Jones, national director of Gun Owners of America, said.
Mark HeinzNovember 14, 2026
‘Brings You Back to 9/11’: Sudden FAA Ground Stop Strands Wyoming Flyers
Passengers across Wyoming were stuck just like thousands of other Americans on Friday as the FAA grounded every flight in the country citing safety concerns. "It's Friday the 13th," said one hunter from Pennsylvania who was stuck in the Cheyenne airport.
Emma Jane JacksonNovember 13, 2026
'Not What Wyoming Wants' Barlow Says Of Trump Federal Lands Sale Announcement
Gov.-Elect Eric Barlow on Friday said the Trump administration's announcement this week to sell federal public lands to state, local, and tribal governments is "not what Wyoming wants regarding its federal lands." Incoming Rep. Chuck Gray also opposed the plan.
Clair McFarlandNovember 13, 2026
Teton Is Only Wyoming County With Its Own Lobbyist; Just Raised Pay To $10K A Month
Teton County is the only county in Wyoming with its own lobbyist. It just voted to renew the contract of Nick Agopian, and gave him a raise to $10,000 a month. It's a little steep, said one commissioner, but added Agopian is "good at his job."
Clair McFarlandNovember 13, 2026
Author Of America's "Most Banned Book" Speaks At Campbell County Library
The author of America’s “most banned book” spoke Thursday at the Gillette library – which has been fraught with book controversies for years. She said her book "Sold" shouldn't be in elementary schools but it's "earned a place in high schools and college."
Clair McFarlandNovember 12, 2026
Wyoming Energy Leaders Call New Federal Permitting Reform Bill A ‘Game Changer’
Sens. Barrasso and Lummis voted to advance a permitting overhaul that supporters say would cut years of federal red tape for Wyoming energy projects. "This is a game changer for Wyoming," said Ryan McConnaughey, of the Petroleum Association of Wyoming
Emma Jane JacksonNovember 12, 2026
Barlow's Attorney General Is A Democrat. Former Wyoming AGs Say It Doesn't Matter
Incoming Republican Gov. Eric Barlow has chosen Walter Eggers, a Democrat, as his attorney general. Three former Wyoming AGs say party affiliation does not matter for the non-political position. "It's about the law," said former AG Gay Woodhouse.
Clair McFarlandNovember 11, 2026
Who Took A Sublette Commissioner's Sign One Day After He Helped Kill A Project?
A Sublette County commissioner said someone stole the sign to his ranch, committing a felony, one day after he helped kill a development project. The project developers don't admit taking the sign, but say it's not theft since it was on their property.
Clair McFarlandNovember 11, 2026
Barrasso Vows To Fast-Track Judicial Appointments Before Democrats Take Control
After being re-elected GOP whip on Tuesday, Sen. John Barrasso said Republicans will not waste any time before Democrats take control of Congress vowing to fast-track judicial appointments to confirmation. "We will leave no vacancy behind," he said.
Clair McFarlandNovember 10, 2026
Yin Files New Election Complaint Against Bextel, Noting Corporations Donated To Her
Democratic lawmaker Mike Yin filed a new election finance complaint against former gubernatorial candidate Rebecca Bextel, noting that she listed corporations as donors, in violation of Wyoming law. Reports say a ranch and LLC both gave her money.
Clair McFarlandNovember 10, 2026
Reid Rasner Sues Campaign Consulting Firm For Not Providing "Quality Strategy"
Former Wyoming congressional candidate Reid Rasner is suing his campaign consulting firm for not providing "quality and valuable advice and strategy" in the U.S. House race where he finished fifth. The complaint says he paid the company $2.2 million.
Clair McFarlandNovember 10, 2026
Natrona County School Board Votes To Close Nationally Honored Pineview Elementary
The Natrona County school board voted 6-3 to close nationally recognized Pineview Elementary on Monday night, citing low enrollment and facility repair. The closure at the end of the 2026-27 school year comes despite pleas from parents and staff.
Dale KillingbeckNovember 10, 2026
Gov.-Elect Barlow Nominates Longtime Energy-Sector Lawyer For Attorney General
Wyoming Gov-Elect Barlow on Wednesday nominated longtime energy-sector lawyer Walter Eggers to be his attorney general. He also appointed Erin Taylor to be his chief of staff and Eydie Trautwein as his chief operating officer.
Clair McFarlandNovember 10, 2026
"The Damage Has Been Done!" Cheyenne Annexes WY Farm Fresh, Owners To Leave Town
The Cheyenne City Council voted 8-2 Monday night to annex WY Fresh Farm. After months of bitter disputes with the city, owners David and Tommie Kniseley say they've had enough and plan to move. I do not want to be part of [Cheyenne]," Tommie said.
Kate MeadowsNovember 10, 2026
After Rough Election, National Freedom Caucus Still Funding State Director In Wyoming
The national State Freedom Caucus Network is still funding a state director for the Wyoming Freedom Caucus, despite most of its members losing their seats, the network president said Monday. "We love the members of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus," he added.
Clair McFarlandNovember 10, 2026
Barrasso Runs For Minority Whip While Some Republicans Say Wait
Sen. John Barrasso said Monday he’s running for minority whip in the new Democrat-controlled Senate that convenes in January. He holds the party’s No. 2 position as majority whip now. “We must be an energized, effective, and relentless Minority," he said.
Clair McFarlandNovember 09, 2026
Wyoming Lawmakers Advance Bill To Invest Data Center Taxes For WYDOT
Lawmakers advanced a bill Monday that would invest 40% of data centers' electricity sales taxes into a trust fund for WYDOT. Rep. Landon Brown, an longtime opponent of trust funds, said he "staunchly supported" this due to chronic funding shortfalls.
Clair McFarlandNovember 09, 2026
Wyoming Eyeing 'Chunks' Of State And Federal Land For Proposed Military Base
The Wyoming Military Department's adjutant general told lawmakers Monday a task force is eyeing at least four "chunks" of public land for a new military base. The state is participating in the Trump administration’s Next Great American Base contest.
Clair McFarlandNovember 09, 2026
By The Numbers: Wyoming's Most Libertarian Counties Are Natrona And Fremont
The two most Libertarian counties in Wyoming are Natrona and Fremont, according to data from the 2026 election and voter registration. Also, the Libertarian candidate performed better than any Libertarian in Wyoming’s U.S. House race in at least a decade.
Clair McFarlandNovember 09, 2026
Every Wyoming County Shifted Blue Tuesday, But None More Than Sweetwater
Every Wyoming county shifted blue by an average of 21.3 points Tuesday compared to the 2024 presidential race, according to federal election percentages. Sweetwater swung the most, from GOP to Dem by 33.4 points in the House race and 22.5 in the Senate.
Clair McFarlandNovember 06, 2026