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Cheney Challengers Criticize Congresswoman’s Jan 6 Committee Assignment
Candidates who are running against Liz Cheney in 2022 bashed the congresswoman for her appointment to House committee that will investigate the January 6 attacks on the Capitol.
Jimmy OrrJuly 02, 2021
Gordon Evaluating U.S. – Mexico Border Situation For Ways To Help
While South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has sent 100 troops to the U.S. - Mexico border, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon is evaluating ways Wyoming can help.
July 01, 2021
Pelosi Puts Cheney On Committee to Investigate Jan 6 Attack on U.S. Capitol
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney was appointed Thursday by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to serve on a special House committee formed to look into the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
July 01, 2021
Cheney Votes For House Select Committee To Investigate Attacks On January 6
Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney voted in favor of a House Select Committee to investigate the events surrounding the attacks on the U.S. Capitol on January 6.
Jimmy OrrJune 30, 2021
40th Anniversary of “Stripes” This Week; Could ‘Razzle-Dazzle Scene Actually Happen?
As it's the 40th anniversary of the movie Stripes, we asked the former Commander of F.E. Warren AFB if the iconic graduation scene could actually happen.
Jimmy OrrJune 30, 2021
Lummis Calls For End of Mask Mandate For Vaccinated Americans on Airplanes
Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Wednesday said it was time for the CDC to end its mandate for vaccinated Americans on airplanes on public transportation.
Jimmy OrrJune 30, 2021
Gordon, Buchanan Invite National Rifle Association to Relocate to Wyoming
Gordon and Buchanan reached out to the National Rifle Association to convince them to relocate to Wyoming.
June 29, 2021
Lummis, Barrasso Criticize ATF For Proposed Pistol Brace Rule
Sens. Barrasso and Lummis have asked the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms to withdraw a newly proposed "misguided" gun rule.
June 29, 2021
Wyo Supreme Court: Man Who Tried To Bomb Other Man Loses Appeal
A man convicted of conspiring to blow up another man lost his latest appeal to the Wyoming Supreme Court.
June 29, 2021
Barrasso: Biden’s Eco-Terrorist BLM Nominee Should Be Removed
U.S. John Barrasso already hadn't been a fan of President Joe Biden's nominee to head the Bureau of Land Management, but a recent discovery of her eco-terrorist ties have led him to say her nomination should be revoked.
June 28, 2021
AARP FraudWatch Network Scam Alerts: Door to Door Scams
Be cautious anytime a stranger comes knocking, especially if the visitor is trying to sell you goods or services.
June 28, 2021
Wyoming Democratic Party Infiltrated By Political Spies; “We Will Press On,” Spokeswoman Says
With the New York Times reporting Friday that the Wyoming Democratic Party was infiltrated by a pair of political operatives, the party's spokeswoman said they aren't intimidated by this move.
June 25, 2021
Gordon Reintroduces Wyoming Meat Processing Grant Program
Gov. Mark Gordon has relaunched a program that will provide support for meat processing in Wyoming and citizens impacted by supply chain disruptions, he announced Wednesday.
June 23, 2021
Wyoming Road Construction Update: Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Hurry up and wait remains the rule for a number of Wyomings highways as the states road construction season continues in full swing.
June 22, 2021
Military Truck Carrying Ammunition Catches Fire on I-80
A military truck carrying ammunition caught fire on Interstate 80 near Evanston on Monday.
Jimmy OrrJune 22, 2021
UW Professor Researching Animals’ Adaptability to Climate Change
A University of Wyoming professor has joined a group of researchers to investigate the way animals adapt their habitats due to climate change.
June 18, 2021
UW All Aboard on Juneteenth; Hopes Wyoming Will Make It A State Holiday
Officials from the University of Wyoming joined Gov. Mark Gordon in celebrating President Joe Biden's recognition of Juneteenth as a federal holiday this week.
June 18, 2021
Gordon Will Work With Legislature To Consider Juneteenth As Formal State Holiday
Gov. Mark Gordon said he will work with the state legislature to consider the option of making Juneteenth a formal state holiday.
Jimmy OrrJune 18, 2021
Cheney: It’s Unfortunate Biden Chose to Meet With Putin
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney was not supportive of President Joe Biden's meeting this week with Russian President Vladimir Putin during an international summit.
June 17, 2021
Wyoming Supreme Court Rejects Request To Remove Agent’s Name From Censure Report
Wyomings Supreme Court has rejected a request to remove the name of a law enforcement agent from an order censuring a former Laramie County deputy district attorney.
June 17, 2021
Construction Season in Wyoming Causes Continuing Delays On Highways
Dozens of road construction projects all over Wyoming have created traffic delays nearly everywhere.
June 16, 2021
All of Wyoming’s Delegation Oppose Teaching Critical Race Theory In Schools
A congressional measure critical of "critical race theory" has won the support of U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis.
June 16, 2021
Dept of Health Warns Public About Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever & Colorado Tick Fever
After a wet spring, the Wyoming Dept of Health is warning the public about tick-borne illnesses like Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Colorado Tick Fever.
Wendy CorrJune 15, 2021
Gordon Criticizes Biden Royalties Proposal
A plan to abandon a proposed mineral royalty reduction that never took effect is being criticized by Gov. Mark Gordon as the latest in a pattern of steps being taken against fossil fuels.
June 15, 2021