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UW Astronomer: Get Up Early To See Rare Five-Planet Alignment On Friday
A University of Wyoming astronomer has recommended "early to bed, early to rise" on Friday, as there will be a rare five-planet alignment that morning.
June 22, 2022
Legislators Blast Each Other Over Gun Letter; “How Ridiculously Stupid,” One Lawmaker Says
Its high noon in the Wyoming Legislature as one lawmaker called anothers letter ridiculously stupid and from the Obama administrations manual of public deception. In turn, that legislator said hes been double-crossed by him before and is considering filing a formal complaint.
Leo WolfsonJune 22, 2022
Dueling Groups Of Legislators Demand Lummis, Barrasso Reject Gun Control Bill In Congress
Two different letters from two different pro-gun groups in the Wyoming legislature are demanding that Sens Barrasso and Lummis vote no on gun control legislation in Congress.
Leo WolfsonJune 22, 2022
Yellowstone Prepares To Reopen But Businesses Still Hurting From Floods
One lodging company near the northeast entrance to Yellowstone told Cowboy State Daily they were on pace to have their best summer ever but with the flood, more than half of their reservations have been canceled.
Wendy CorrJune 21, 2022
Only Memories Remain For Park Service Workers Who Lived In Doomed Yellowstone Home
On the evening of Monday, June 13, Tim Glover's home fell into the Yellowstone and floated down the river, carrying with it years of memories and thousands of dollars of personal property.
Wendy CorrJune 20, 2022
New Yellowstone License Plate Entry System “Sucks,” According To Critics
One Airbnb owner said Yellowstone's new entry system into the park "sucks." The temporary fix which is based on even and odd license plate numbers, was designed to control access to keep the southern loop from becoming overwhelmed.
Leo WolfsonJune 20, 2022
Move Over Grizzlies, Golden Eagles Are Most Dangerous Predator In Bighorn Basin
Although grizzlies occasionally make it down to the Bighorn Basin, the real apex predator in the area is the golden eagle. A new documentary show these 7-foot wingspanned raptors in a new light.
Wendy CorrJune 20, 2022
Yellowstone Gets $50 Million To Fast-Track Opening; Northern Loop To Open In 2 Weeks
All parts of Yellowstone will be opening much more quickly than expected as the park is receiving $50 million in emergency funds to repair damages immediately.
June 20, 2022
Woman Attacked By Bison At Same Location Where Tourist Was Depantsed Two Years Ago
A woman was attacked by a bison late last week in Custer State Park, home of the infamous depantsing of two years ago, after being surprised by the woman's dog.
Jimmy OrrJune 20, 2022
Wyoming Reservoirs Fill Rapidly After Historic Yellowstone Flooding
Earlier this spring, Buffalo Bill Dam was only at 60% capacity and was not expected to fill up. After the storms, it will not only hit capacity, but water will have to be released.
Wendy CorrJune 20, 2022
Yellowstone To Open On Wednesday; Three Of Five Entrances
Yellowstone officials on Saturday announced that the south loop of Yellowstone will open to visitors on Wednesday, June 22 at 8.am. This includes the East, West, and South entrances.
Wendy CorrJune 18, 2022
Grizzly 399: Still An Imposing Bear At The Old Age of 26
Wildlife photographer Jorn Vangoidtsenhoven observed Grizzly 399 and her boyfriend Bruno last week for more than four hours. She is still an imposing bear but her teeth show her age.
Jorn VangoidtsenhovenJune 18, 2022
Yellowstone Biologist: Animals Will Survive Flooding, Don’t Worry
Wildlife officials are assuring citizens that animals in Yellowstone know how to handle the flooding and there is no plan to round up grizzlies, moose, bison, and other animals and place them in pens until the waters recede.
June 17, 2022
Communities Near Yellowstone Worried About Economic Impact Of Closure
Business owners in northwest Wyoming are concerned about the economic impact of the Yellowstone floods during tourist season.
Wendy CorrJune 17, 2022
Beartooth Highway Closed Again: Flooding Will Keep Road Shut Down For Undetermined Time
For the third time since the grand opening in late May, the Beartooth Highway has been closed down again. This time it's due to the significant flood damage on the Montana portion of the roadway.
Leo WolfsonJune 17, 2022
Electricity Restored In Yellowstone, Three Entrances To Reopen Next Week
Yellowstone Superintendent Cam Sholly on Friday announced that electricity has been restored to park and the hope is for three of the four entrances to open next week.
June 17, 2022
Male Adult Grizzly Killed Grand Teton Grizzly Blondie’s Three Cubs
A male grizzly bear has likely killed the three cubs of popular female grizzly Blondie in Grand Teton National Park, park officials said.
June 16, 2022
Wyoming To World: We’re Still Open For Business
Communities near Yellowstone are trying to get the message out that just because Yellowstone is closed doesn't mean the rest of Wyoming isn't open for business.
Wendy CorrJune 16, 2022
Yellowstone To Adopt Reservation System In Wake Of Floods
Yellowstone National Park will adopt a reservation or timed entry system to prevent overloading of the parks southern loop while its northern loop remains closed due to damage caused by flooding, according to park Superintendent Cam Sholly.
June 16, 2022
Wyo Game And Fish Considering Unlimited Trout Fishing At Saratoga Lake Before Killing All Fish
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is considering an emergency regulation that would allow people to take unlimited advantage of the trout and yellow perch in Saratoga Lake before a fish kill scheduled for this fall.
June 16, 2022
Yellowstone Flooding: No Death, Only Destruction
Remarkably, no one was seriously injured or killed in the flooding that destroyed roads and bridges, caused buildings to fall into rivers and displaced thousands of employees and visitors from Yellowstone National Park on Monday.
Wendy CorrJune 15, 2022
Stranded Florida Family Of 14 Stunned At Kindness Of Yellowstone-Area Residents
A stranded Florida family was overwhelmed by the kindness of Gardiner residents. They were told by the owner of a rental house to stay in the house for free and to keep safe. The rental car company then told them not to worry about the cars.
Wendy CorrJune 15, 2022
Yellowstone Towns Filled With Stories Of Close Calls After ‘1 In 500 Year Flood’
Taylor Monfort-Eaton told Cowboy State Daily that when he woke up at 4:30am, water was gushing in to his basement apartment. "Fifteen minutes later and I wouldve been dead, he said.
Leo WolfsonJune 15, 2022
Yellowstone To Remain Closed Until At Least Sunday; World Travelers Adapt
Tourists from all over the globe are changing their travel plans as Yellowstone National Park is expected to remain closed until at least Sunday.
Jimmy OrrJune 15, 2022