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University of Wyoming’s Only Ukrainian Student Rallying Support For Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine rages on and proof of atrocities against civilians mounts, University of Wyoming's only Ukrainian student is on a mission to garner support for her home country.
Wendy CorrApril 07, 2022
More Than One-Third Of Wyoming’s Electric Vehicles In Teton County; Three Counties Have Zero
Although there are only 456 electric cars registered in Wyoming, more than one-third of those are in Teton County. Three counties, Big Horn, Crook, and Niobrara, have no electric vehicles.
April 07, 2022
Cheney Takes Down Former Trump Lawyer Rudy Giuliani During Floor Speech
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney fired at former President Donald Trump's previous attorney Rudy Giuliani this week during a House floor speech, pointing out he lost his ability to practice law after following Trump's election claims.
April 07, 2022
Supreme Court Rules Jackson Man Does Not Have Fundamental Right To Distribute Marijuana
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that a Jackson resident and congressional candidate Casey Hardison does not have a fundamental right to distribute marijuana.
April 06, 2022
State Legal Panel Says Laramie County D.A. Should Pay $91,000 For Hearing Expenses
On top of finding Laramie County DA Leigh Anne Manlove incompetent and recommending she be disbarred, the legal panel that oversees Wyoming attorneys is recommending she pay $91,000 for the hearing against her.
April 06, 2022
Barrasso, Lummis Will Vote Against Jackson Confirmation To Supreme Court
Both of Wyomings U.S. senators plan to vote against Judge Kentaji Jacksons appointment to the nations highest court.
Clair McFarlandApril 06, 2022
Lander Hospital Says It Shouldn’t Pay Medical Bills For Woman Whose Eye Was Gouged Out
Lander's SageWest Hospital said it should not be responsible for the medical bills of a Fort Washakie woman who died after her eye was gouged out by a fellow patient.
Clair McFarlandApril 06, 2022
Gordon Says He Wants Second Term To Finish What He Started
In an interview with Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday, Gov. Mark Gordon said he is seeking a second term to build-on the initiatives he launched in his first term.
April 05, 2022
Riverton Man Missing In Vegas After Being Hospitalized In Fight; Misses Flight Home
A Riverton man, who was hospitalized after getting into a fight in Las Vegas and pleaded to relatives for someone to "come get him," missed his flight home. His family has since filed a missing persons report.
Clair McFarlandApril 05, 2022
Teacher Shortage Hits Wyoming; Legislator Says It’s Top Priority For State
Rep. Jerry Paxton, R-Encampment, said Covid burnout and Critical Race Theory are two reasons why Wyoming is experiencing a teacher shortage. He said the shortage needs to be a top priority for legislators.
Clair McFarlandApril 05, 2022
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon Announces He Will Seek Second Term
In announcing he will run for a second term, Gov. Mark Gordon said Wyoming was one of the states to impose few restrictions on its residents during the coronavirus pandemic and kept students in school for more days than any state in the nation.
April 04, 2022
Cheney Spearheading Efforts To Get Dept. Of Energy To Establish Uranium Reserve
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney is spearheading a congressional attempt to get the Department of Energy to establish a uranium reserve in the United States.
Clair McFarlandApril 01, 2022
Wyo Supreme Court: Parents’ Rights Must Be Considered In Grandparents’ Visitation Requests
The Wyoming Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that the rights of parents to raise their children as they see fit must be taken into consideration when grandparents ask courts to issue visitation orders for their grandchildren
April 01, 2022
Gillette Hospital Projecting At Least $10M In Losses, Officials Hopeful For Future
Although the Campbell County hospital is projecting losses of at least $10 million, officials are hopeful that recent changes will prevent the possible bankruptcy Campbell County Health is facing.
April 01, 2022
Supreme Court Says No To Mother’s Attempt To Change Child’s Last Name To New Husband’s Name
A mother seeking to change the name of her child to match that of her new husband failed to prove the change would be in the childs best interest, Wyomings Supreme Court has ruled.
April 01, 2022
Gillette Hospital Facing ‘Financial Insolvency’ By 2026
The Campbell County hospital is facing such massive budget shortfalls that it could be facing "financial insolvency" in just a few years, its leadership announced this week.
April 01, 2022
Cody’s “Downrange Warriors” Helps Veterans Heal From Service-Related Trauma
A dozen suicide attempts, multiple marriages, and physical scars from horrific events that occurred half a world away are outward symbols of what Richard carries with him every minute of every day. It's the mission of Downrange Warriors to bring veterans like Richard out of those dark places and into the light.
Wendy CorrMarch 31, 2022
Wyoming Working To Develop Network Of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The Wyoming Department of Transportation will hold a series of public meetings to develop a plan to use $25 million to provide incentives for private companies to build the stations across the state.
March 30, 2022
Bouchard Says $5,800 Per Person DC Fundraiser For Hageman Proves She’s No Different Than Cheney
Anthony Bouchard on Wednesday said Harriet Hageman's DC fundraiser and DC residence prove she's no different than U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney.
March 30, 2022
No Vote On Alcohol Sales At Wind River Casino Because Not Enough People Showed Up To Meeting
Although a vote was scheduled to legalize alcohol sales at the Wind River Casino on the Wind River Reservation, not enough people showed up at the meeting, so it was canceled.
Clair McFarlandMarch 29, 2022
Hunters Say ‘Corner Crossing’ Lawsuit An Attempt To Close All Public Land Access
The four hunters accused of trespassing on a wealthy landowners private property in Carbon County on Monday filed a request for dismissal stating that the landowner is illegally blocking access to public lands.
March 29, 2022
State Rep Disappointed Gordon Vetoed Bill That Would Have Allowed Wyo To Issue Virtual Currency
Rep. Jared Olsen said he was 'sorely disappointed' that Gov. Gordon vetoed a bill that would allow Wyoming to issue its own virtual currency. "We had the opportunity to be the first in the world with this and ... we missed the boat. You don't get another bite at the apple."
March 28, 2022
Senator Misses Special Session & Part Of Budget Session For Greek Foreign Relations Work
A state senator who missed last falls special legislative session and two days of this years budget session was in Greece attending to his official duties as a U.S. representative in a Greek foreign relations group.
Clair McFarlandMarch 28, 2022
Arapaho To Consider Alcohol Sales In Wind River Casino
The sale of alcohol is prohibited on the Wind River Indian Reservation, but the Northern Arapaho tribe is considering a bid to make an exception for drinking in the reservations largest casino.
Clair McFarlandMarch 25, 2022