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Former House Speaker Tom Lubnau Resigns From GOP Leadership
Former Wyo Speaker of the House Tom Lubnau resigned from state GOP leadership citing differences with actions and ethics of the state party. "The lack of integrity, toxicity, and move toward secrecy have convinced me to resign...," he said.
Leo WolfsonMay 11, 2022
Wyo GOP Hostilities Continue; Now Laramie County Members Demand Chairwoman Resign
Although the Wyoming GOP convention may be over, hostilities remain as factions within Laramie County are calling on each other to resign including a resolution for the chairwoman to step down.
Leo WolfsonMay 11, 2022
‘Roe v. Wade’ Court Leak ‘Deplorable,’ Could Backfire, Says Former Wyo Justice
The leak of a U.S. Supreme Court draft decision on abortion will probably have little benefit and may even backfire on those responsible, according to several Wyoming attorneys including former Supreme Court Justice Bill Hill.
Leo WolfsonMay 10, 2022
Reservation School Meltdown: Mass Firings After Allegations of Drugs, Corruption, Sexual Misconduct
After a federal investigation alleging sexual misconduct, drug use, misspending, nepotism, intimidation and corruption among St. Stephen's Indian School leaders, the superintendent, two principals, and the entire school board has been fired.
Clair McFarlandMay 10, 2022
Three Wyoming GOP Superintendent Candidates Agree Parents Need More Control In Schools
In speaking with Cowboy State Daily at the Republican convention, all three candidates for Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction agreed on one thing: parents need to have more authority in the classroom.
Leo WolfsonMay 10, 2022
Senator Cale Case Censured by Fremont County Republican Central Committee
The Fremont County Republican Central Committee on Monday evening censured Sen. Cale Case by a vote of 11 - 7 for a variety of complaints including advocating for Medicaid expansion.
Clair McFarlandMay 10, 2022
Wyoming Gov Mark Gordon Proud Of Work In First Term, Says Covid Was Toughest Challenge
Gov Mark Gordon told Cowboy State Daily that his toughest challenge as governor so far was helping the state navigate the problems posed by COVID-19.
Leo WolfsonMay 09, 2022
Wyoming GOP Convention Wrap-Up: Civility & Optimism Despite Laramie County Walkout
Certain members from Laramie County, including party Chairman Dani Olsen, accused the party of playing politics with this decision as retribution for the countys party speaking out against state party leadership.
Leo WolfsonMay 09, 2022
Fremont County GOP Seeking to Censure Sen. Cale Case For “Insubordination” To Oath of Office
The GOP in the precinct covering the town of Pavillion has lost confidence in Sen. Cale Case-R-Lander, according to a proposed resolution leaked Monday morning to Cowboy State Daily.
Clair McFarlandMay 09, 2022
Laramie County Delegates Walk Out of GOP Convention After State Party Vote To Expel
Nearly every member of the Laramie County delegation walked out of the Wyoming GOP convention on Saturday after the Republican Party voted to ban most of the delegation from participating.
Leo WolfsonMay 07, 2022
Wyo Republican Convention: Resolutions Committee Wants End To EPA, BLM
Resolutions calling for the dismantling of some of the state and federal governments biggest agencies were approved Friday by the Resolutions Comittee of the state Republican Convention.
Leo WolfsonMay 07, 2022
Barrasso, Gordon Receive Mostly Support At GOP Convention Dinner, Some Boos
Gov. Mark Gordon and U.S. Sen. John Barrasso spoke during the congressional delegation dinner at the GOP Convention on Friday night, drawing mostly support from the audience, but also some noticeable jeers.
Leo WolfsonMay 07, 2022
Wyoming GOP Committee Votes For ‘English As Official Language’ Resolution
In voting for the "English As Official Language" resolution, many committee members said they were concerned that English is becoming a minority language bringing traditional American culture under attack.
Leo WolfsonMay 06, 2022
Legislators Say Intergalactic Military Space Force Should Be Part of Wyo Military Structure
Members of Wyoming's Transportation Committee on Wednesday agreed that Wyoming should recognize the intergalactic military Space Force as part of the states military structure.
Leo WolfsonMay 06, 2022
Cheney Will Not Be Attending Wyo GOP Convention Because Eathorne Is “Oath Keeper”
U.S. Rep Liz Cheney's spokesperson told Cowboy State Daily Thursday evening that the congresswoman will not be attending the Republican convention because Wyoming GOP chair Frank Eathorne is a member of the far-right anti-government group "Oath Keepers"
Leo WolfsonMay 05, 2022
Laramie County Denied: Credentials Committee Votes 15-8 Against Seating Laramie County Delegates
At the GOP convention on Thursday, the Credentials Committee voted 15-8 that Laramie County only be allowed to seat three delegates instead of the 36 the county sent to the state meeting in Sheridan.
Leo WolfsonMay 05, 2022
WYDOT Will Request Exemptions to Federal Electric Vehicle Charging Program
WYDOT Director Luke Reiner told a legislative committee on Wednesday that due to the inefficiency of building electric charging stations on empty stretches of Wyoming highways, the state will appeal for exemptions from the 'every 50 miles' requirement.
Leo WolfsonMay 05, 2022
Pay Boost Could Put Powell Teachers Near Top For Salaries in Wyoming
Trustees for Park County School District No. 1 in Powell are considering raising teacher pay significantly, moving the districts salaries from among the lowest in the state to among the highest.
Wendy CorrMay 04, 2022
Shoshone Tribe Asks UW To Consider Free Tuition For Native Students
After the University of California decided to waive all tuition for American Indian students, the Shoshone Tribe asked the University of Wyoming for the same. UW agreed to discuss the issue.
Clair McFarlandMay 04, 2022
Public Right To Public Land At Stake In Fed Corner Crossing Lawsuit, Wyoming Hunters Say
A jury in state circuit court found four hunters innocent last week of criminal trespass charges. However, new trespass charges were filed on Monday against three of the hunters in connection with a 2020 incident.
May 04, 2022
One Of First Questions Of GOP Convention — Can Laramie County Participate?
The question of whether Republican delegates from the states biggest county will be allowed to take part in the Wyoming Republican Partys convention later this week will be among the first issues settled by the party.
Leo WolfsonMay 04, 2022
Barrasso, Lummis Back Move To Kill Biden ‘Disinformation’ Board
Wyomings U.S. senators signed on to a bill Tuesday that would prohibit the use of federal funds for a "disinformation board" announced recently by President Joe Biden.
Leo WolfsonMay 03, 2022
Wyoming Trump Rally Expected To Draw 20,000
A political rally featuring former President Donald Trump and congressional candidate Harriet Hageman is expected to draw 20,000 people to the parking lot outside of Caspers Ford Center.
Leo WolfsonMay 03, 2022
Roe V. Wade Reversal Would Force Wyoming Legislators To Take Hard Stand, Says Senate Leader
State Sen. Chris Rothfuss on Tuesday said if Roe v Wade is overturned, Wyoming legislators who may have voted pro-life for political ease in the past will have to take a solid position if a repeal expands their authority over the issue
Clair McFarlandMay 03, 2022