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Two Arrested For Endangering Children With Drugs At Gillette Hotel
Two hotel guests were arrested Monday morning at the Days Inn after methamphetamine was found in a room where young children resided.
County 17March 30, 2021
Petroleum Association Of Wyoming Joins Lawsuit Challenging Biden’s Federal Oil Lease Ban
The Petroleum Association of Wyoming has signed on as a joint petitioner in a lawsuit to fight President Joe Bidens executive order halting new federal land leases for oil and gas drilling.
The Center SquareMarch 30, 2021
Meth Party Busted At Gillette Motel
Police reportedly found the drugs while investigating a call to the Super 8 Motel March 28, where motel staff reported that some of their guests were acting strange.
County 17March 29, 2021
Marti Halverson: There Is No “Big Tent”
Guest columnist Marti Halverson writes: "The few Republicans in 2021 clinging to the notion that there is still a 'Big Tent' are living in the past."
Marti HalversonMarch 23, 2021
Wally Wolski: It’s Time to Cowboy Up Wyoming
Guest columnist Wally Wolski writes: "Change is inevitable its time to Cowboy up Wyoming and embrace carbon-capture technologies as a means for future economic growth."
Wally WolskiMarch 21, 2021
Mike Moser: Skill Games Extend Financial Lifeline For Bars And Clubs
Mike Moser, Exec Dir of the Wyo State Liquor Association, writes: skill games have been a "lifesaver for our bars and restaurants and a good stream of revenue for counties, cities and the states education fund."
Mike MoserMarch 19, 2021
14-Year-Old Causes 4-Acre Grass Fire In Gillette; Comes Within 100 Yards From Houses
Firefighters were able to extinguish a four-acre grass fire Monday afternoon 100 yards from a series of houses and structures on Highway 14-16 near Gillette.
County 17March 18, 2021
William Perry Pendley: BLM Law Enforcement Officers Are Part of West’s ‘Thin Blue Line’
William Perry Pendley writes: "Given the attacks on law enforcement by the media, the Biden administration, and Democrat politicians, I ask that, next time you see a Ranger, say Howdy and thanks!
William Perry PendleyMarch 17, 2021
Cowboys Basketball Regular Season Ends Where It Was Supposed to Begin
While Wyoming was scheduled to open the season against UNLV but wound up concluding it with a visit from UNLV, the Cowboys were supposed to close the regular season Feb. 25 and Feb. 27 against San Jose State, but those games were cancelled.
Tracy RingolsbyMarch 08, 2021
Cowboys 2021 Football Schedule Announced — Adjustments Could be Made for TV
Wyoming's 2021 football season was announced on Saturday.
Tracy RingolsbyMarch 08, 2021
Gillette College Bill Passes Senate, Advances To House
An amended bill allowing for the formation of a local community college district has passed three readings in the Senate, despite a Sheridan senators call for the measure to die on the floor.
County 17March 05, 2021
Rusty Rogers: Rod Miller Is Wrong About Acquiring Federal Land
Columnist Rusty Rogers writes: "One member of the Cowboy State Daily family (Rod Miller) has said that surrendering that land was wisdom. I am not sure why giving up millions of acres is wisdom."
Rusty RogersMarch 02, 2021
Campbell County Judge Dismisses Felony Charge for Mother of Abused Infant
A Campbell County judge ruled Friday afternoon to dismiss a felony charge for Keasha Bullinger, 28, the mother of an allegedly abused 4-month-old infant that suffered 31 broken bones.
County 17February 28, 2021
International Scamming Operation Rips Off Gillette Woman
A remote access application scam surfaced in Campbell County Monday with one resident losing nearly $1,600, Gillette Police Department officials said
County 17February 25, 2021
Rusty Rogers: Solar And Wind Are Only Supplemental Energy Sources
Guest columnist Rusty Rogers writes: "A lot of people in the west and throughout the US have learned something, windmills do freeze."
Rusty RogersFebruary 23, 2021
Campbell County Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Stabbing Friend
A Campbell County resident has been charged with attempted murder and could face life imprisonment or death if convicted of stabbing a friend in the neck with a knife.
County 17February 17, 2021
Jim Willox: Leasing Ban Will Impede Counties’ Ability To Provide Essential Services To Wyoming Communities
Guest columnist Jim Willox writes: "We urge the Biden Administration to rescind the leasing ban and to engage in meaningful, specific and direct dialog with those an action like this will impact, including the government that is closest to the peopleour counties."
Jim WilloxFebruary 12, 2021
Legislator Introduces Bill To Recall Elected Officials
The power to recall elected officials of all levels could be placed in the hands of the Wyoming people, assuming a bill and a resolution granting such power advances through the State Legislature.
County 17February 09, 2021
Pickup Crashes into Gillette Fitness Facility
A two-vehicle collision Sunday night resulted in a pickup sliding out of control and crashing into a fitness facility on Highway 59
County 17February 09, 2021
Lost For Two Days, Stranded Travelers Rescued Tuesday
A pair of Montana residents traveling to South Dakota were rescued Tuesday afternoon west of Gillette, where they had been stranded for days following a car crash
County 17February 04, 2021
Mother of Abused Infant Charged with Felony Abuse, Misdemeanor Endangerment
The mother of a 3-month-old child who allegedly suffered 31 broken bones at the hands of his father now faces criminal charges for knowingly endangering the infant
County 17January 27, 2021
Biden Administration Order Halt To New Oil And Gas Drilling On Federal Lands For 60 Days
The economic predictions are devastating, to be blunt, to Wyoming, Gov. Mark Gordon said when the study was released.
The Center SquareJanuary 22, 2021
Suspects Arrested in Wyoming Arson, Vehicle Thefts
Two suspects have been arrested during a felony investigation into a series of stolen vehicles in Wyoming, at least one of which was set on fire
County 17January 21, 2021
Kip Crofts: Thinking About DC Riot: ‘Sometimes I Am Glad That I Am Old’
Guest columnist Kip Crofts writes: "I know there are people of both political persuasions who try to make some distinction between these lynch mobs, saying that riots in the interest of racial justice are acceptable while those in defense of Donald Trump and his minions are not. But I reject that distinction."
C.A. “Kip” CroftsJanuary 14, 2021