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Legislator Says Horse Slaughter ‘Worked Well’ Before, Could Be Answer To Wyoming’s Wild Horse Problem
There was a small step Monday toward Wyoming wild horses possibly being sent to slaughter, as the Wyoming House passed a resolution calling for Congress to allow it.
Mark HeinzFebruary 06, 2023
Showdown Over Guns In State Capitol: “Gun-Free Zones Are Soft Zones For Mass Shooters”
Although a spokesperson for anti-gun group said permitting concealed carry in public spaces could create shootouts, Rep. Jeremy Haroldson said allowing citizens to carry arms wouldn't spawn gunfights, it would discourage would-be mass murderers.
Mark HeinzFebruary 04, 2023
Gun Owners vs Banks: “I Don’t Want Government To Know If I Bought A Twinkie, Let Alone A Gun”
Gun owners and bankers were at odds on Thursday over legislation that would allow people to sue banks if they track credit card purchases of guns. Wyoming bankers, however, say they have no control over credit card processing at the national level.
Mark HeinzFebruary 03, 2023
Thunderbirds Cancel 2023 Cheyenne Airshow Because Airport Is Under Construction Again
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will not be performing during this year's Cheyenne Frontier Days due to safety concerns. Because the Cheyenne airport will be under construction yet again, the Thunderbirds said lack of a working emergency runway caused them to cancel.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 03, 2023
Biteman Says He’d Feel Safer Packing Heat In Capitol, Votes To Eliminate Concealed Carry Bans
When a woman began acting in a hostile manner in the gallery of the Senate on Thursday, Sen. Bo Biteman said, The person looked very agitated and not right. I was thinking, I wish I had my gun. I should be able to protect myself."
Mark HeinzFebruary 03, 2023
After Son’s Near-Miss, Snowmobiler Warns Of Avalanche Danger In Wyoming’s Snowy Range
A Minnesota snowmobiler who has been coming to the Snowy Range since 1994 said his son had a very close call with an avalanche, and warned that conditions in Wyoming are ripe for more.
Mark HeinzFebruary 02, 2023
Dog-Gone It! Varmint Blasting Enthusiasts Say It’s Getting Tougher To Blast Prairie Dogs In Wyoming
Blasting prairie dogs is a popular activity in Wyoming, but some enthusiasts say finding good shooting spots on public land is getting tougher. One North Carolina man is putting out a call on social media to see if any Wyoming ranchers want him to come and rid their land of the rodents.
Mark HeinzFebruary 01, 2023
Bears Are Still King, Even Though A Grizzly Lost A Fight To A Pack Of Wolves In Yellowstone
When grizzlies and wolves clash, the bears usually come out on top, even though wolves prevailed in one recent brawl in Yellowstone National Park.
Mark HeinzFebruary 01, 2023
Outdoor Gear Businessman Says His Wyoming “I Hate People” Decal Is One Of His Bestsellers
Dont get Craig Bell wrong, just because one of the most popular products with his Wyoming customers is a vinyl decal proclaiming I Hate People, that doesnt mean he actually hates people. Except when he sees a trailhead full of cars...
Mark HeinzJanuary 31, 2023
Snowmobiler’s Paradise: Storm Dumps Seven Feet Of Snow Over Weekend At Snowy Range
Snowmobilers reported anywhere from four to seven feet of new snow at Snowy Range over the weekend. The result is incredible snowmobiling conditions all across the area.
Mark HeinzJanuary 30, 2023
$10 Million ‘World-Class’ Shooting Complex Could Make Wyoming An International Destination
Wyoming has missed the mark by not having a world-class shooting complex that could draw tourism and boost the state to international status among firearms and archery enthusiasts, say proponents who are trying to launch the project.
Mark HeinzJanuary 29, 2023
Legislator: Wyoming Is The ‘The Last Hope’ For Gun Rights
Rep. Jeremy Haroldson told Cowboy State Daily that the reason there are so many gun bills in the legislature this year is Wyoming is "the last hope" for gun owners and manufacturers.
Mark HeinzJanuary 27, 2023
Hogpocalypse Now? Feral Swine In Colorado, Montana Could Bode Badly For Wyoming
Wildlife officials in both Colorado and Montana are concerned about feral hog infestations in their states. Colorado has already had feral hogs in the southeastern portion of the state and Montana is worried about feral swine moving south from Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Mark HeinzJanuary 26, 2023
‘Hunting Rights Are Sacred’: Gordon Asks Legislature To Let Him Make Off-Reservation Hunting Agreements With Shoshone Tribes
During the Wyoming House Appropriations Committee meeting on Tuesday, legislators debated whether its appropriate to let Governor Gordon, rather than the Wyoming Legislature, set the terms of tribal hunting agreements.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 25, 2023
Livestock Guardian Dogs Don’t Need ‘Rescuing’ Even If They Look Cold
Despite their size and their abilities to battle wolves, bear, and other predators, livestock guardian dogs can be vulnerable -- to humans. Wyoming ranchers are asking to please not 'rescue' their dogs as they aren't "cold" and they don't need rescuing.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 24, 2023
Belgian Chef Says He Would Love To Serve Wild Wyoming Horses If They Were Available
The owner of a restaurant in Belgium that has been serving horse meat for more than 160 years said Wyoming horses would be great on a menu because theyre free-range and eat natural grasses. The Wyoming Legislature is considering a bill asking Congress to allow some wild mustangs to be rounded up for slaughter.
Mark HeinzJanuary 24, 2023
Former Denver Bronco Derek Wolfe Attacked On Social Media For Taking Down Dog-Killing Mountain Lion
Retired Denver Broncos Super Bowl champion Derek Wolfe was attacked by many on social media for taking down a dog-killing mountain lion. But others supported him like FOX News' Tucker Carlson.
Mark HeinzJanuary 23, 2023
Teton County Buys 1,000 Certified “Bear-Resistant” Garbage Cans But Then A Grizzly Destroyed One
More than 1,000 garbage containers that were certified bear resistant were distributed around Teton County, but it turns out they weren't. A grizzly ripped one apart in a live test.
Mark HeinzJanuary 23, 2023
Wyoming’s Out-Of-State Snowmobile Industry Explodes; “Wyo Has Definitely Been Discovered”
Wyomings out-of-state snowmobile tourism is up 38%. Its a $193.8 million industry for the Cowboy State, and its just getting stronger. Minnesota accounts for 28% of Wyoming's snowmobile tourism.
Renée JeanJanuary 22, 2023
Bill Would Eliminate Wyoming’s ‘Gun-Free Zones’
A bill pending before the Wyoming Legislature would eliminate the states gun free zones, such as the Capitol building, The University of Wyoming and numerous other locations.
Mark HeinzJanuary 21, 2023
Against ‘Astronomical Odds,’ Aladdin Man Hunts All Four Of Wyoming’s Legal ‘Big 5’
Wyomings system for drawing allowed Joe Feeley of Aladdin to draw tags for all the Big 5 trophy game species currently legal to hunt. Even so, he favors a bill that would reform the tag draw system because it would give young hunters better odds.
Mark HeinzJanuary 21, 2023
Three Montana Grizzlies Killed After They Were Sickened By Bird Flu
Three Montana grizzly bears sickened by bird flu had to be killed because they were suffering neurological damage from the virus. This is the first time the virus has been reported in grizzlies.
Mark HeinzJanuary 19, 2023
Horse, It’s What’s For Dinner: Legislators Discuss Resolution To Re-Open Horse Slaughterhouses
To get a handle on growing herds of wild mustangs in Wyoming and the American West, a resolution being considered by the Legislature says Congress should re-open American horse slaughterhouses so the meat can be shipped to places where people eat it.
Mark HeinzJanuary 19, 2023
House Committee OKs $50 Million Wyoming Outdoor Rec Trust Fund
The bill would create a $50 million trust fund to pay for the Office of Outdoor Recreation to better promote Wyoming outdoors. Currently, Wyoming is last in dollars and jobs generated by outdoor tourism compared to 11 other western states.
Renée JeanJanuary 18, 2023