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Wyoming U.S. House candidate Reid Rasner, left, and Iowa resident Michael “Mike” Leonard Cooley Jr.

One Of Rasner's Four Defamation Cases Settles, Iowa Dad Apologizes

One of congressional candidate Reid Rasner's four defamation cases has settled and the Iowa dad he sued has apologized. “I regret making social media posts accusing Mr. Rasner of misconduct and recognize that the posts were wholly false," the man said.

Clair McFarlandJuly 10, 2026

David Giralt with Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.

Another Day, Another Huge Endorsement For U.S. House Candidate David Giralt

David Giralt acknowledges that he has less name recognition than some of the nine other Republicans he's running against in the GOP race for U.S. House. He's also touting endorsements by six sitting U.S. House members — plus rocker Ted Nugent.

Clair McFarlandJuly 10, 2026

Work at the $1.2 billion Related Ditigal campus in east Cheyenne.

Wyoming Local Officials Say They Never Signed Data Center Nondisclosure Agreements

Wyoming local government leaders in data center-heavy areas who spoke with Cowboy State Daily on Thursday say they've never signed nondisclosure agreements with data center companies. The agreements can be legal if built correctly, however.

Clair McFarlandJuly 09, 2026

Wyoming U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman in a Thursday letter is demanding answers from Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg about how its Cheyenne data center contaminated the city’s wastewater system. “I am deeply concerned,” she wrote.

Hageman Demands Answers From Zuckerberg About Cheyenne Data Center Contamination

Wyoming U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman in a Thursday letter is demanding answers from Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg about how its Cheyenne data center contaminated the city’s wastewater system. “I am deeply concerned,” she wrote.

Clair McFarlandJuly 09, 2026

The Guernsey, Wyoming, Town Hall.

State Audit Finds $1.3 Million Deficit In Guernsey, Town Official Says No Money Is Missing

A state audit of the Town of Guernsey's finances flagged a $1.3 million deficit and identified multiple issues with the town's accounting practices. Treasurer Hillary Dawson said the large negative number does not mean the town is missing money.

Kate MeadowsJuly 09, 2026

Several Northern Arapaho Tribal members are outraged at a Christian pastor who spoke against their religious customs that honor a pipe artifact as a link to the Creator. "We know that Jesus is enough," she said. One Arapaho countered, "(She) can leave."

Arapaho Members Furious At Christian Preacher Who Spoke Against Rituals

Several Northern Arapaho Tribe members are outraged at a Christian pastor who spoke against their religious customs and encouraged worship of Jesus instead. One Arapaho member told Cowboy State Daily that the church is "not welcome here anymore."

Clair McFarlandJuly 08, 2026

The Casper City Council on Tuesday agreed to a 180-day moratorium on new gambling expansion in the city.

Casper Council OKs 6-Month Halt To Gambling Expansion

An appeal from a gaming company wasn't enough Tuesday to sway the Casper council against a six-month halt on expanding gambling in the city. "I don’t feel we need to tell people how and where they can spend their money,” said one council member.

Dale KillingbeckJuly 08, 2026

A vocal crowd converged Tuesday on the Green River City Council meeting and opposed a $112,000 federal grant for the police department to install license plate reader cameras. Then the City Council and mayor voted 6-1 against finalizing the grant.

Green River Residents Shut Down License Plate Reader Camera Project

A vocal crowd converged Tuesday on the Green River City Council meeting and opposed a $112,000 federal grant for the police department to install license plate reader cameras. Then the City Council and mayor voted 6-1 against finalizing the grant.

Clair McFarlandJuly 08, 2026

Voter-Rights Groups Gets New Trial Over Investigation Into 2020 Election Fraud Wyoming, Montana and Colorado voter-rights groups can get a new civil trial against a group that went door-to-door to investigate whether the 2020 presidential election was fraudulent, a three-judge panel of the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Monday.

Voter-Rights Groups Get New Trial Over Investigation Into 2020 Election Fraud

A court ruled Monday that voting-rights groups in Wyoming, Montana and Colorado can wage a new lawsuit against a private group that canvassed voters about potential voter fraud in the 2020 election. Their methods were intimidating, the groups allege.

Clair McFarlandJuly 07, 2026

Sam Mead (left), Bernie Sanders (right)

Hageman Opponent Sam Mead Defends $27 Donation To Bernie Sanders

A Washington, D.C., super-PAC is attacking U.S. Senate candidate Sam Mead for a $27 donation Mead made in 2019 to then-presidential candidate Bernie Sanders. Mead defended the move Tuesday, saying it was about solving health care policy problems.

Clair McFarlandJuly 07, 2026

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Cheyenne Mayor Says Wastewater Contamination 'Regrettable' But Lauds BOPU Response

As questions mount of the Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities' handling of data center contamination of the city's sewer reuse system, Mayor Patrick Collins said BOPU handled the incident "efficiently." "People are caught up in the emotion of this," he said.

Kate MeadowsJuly 07, 2026

The Green River Police Department is asking the city approve a $112,000 grant it’s secured to install about four license plate reader cameras around the city.

Town Of Green River Considers Installing License Plate Readers To Curb 'Terrorism'

The Green River City Council is considering finalizing a $112,000 grant it's been awarded to install license-plate readers in the city. The mayor said the cameras could curb terrorism while former Libertarian lawmaker Marshall Burt says it's all "bullshit."

Clair McFarlandJuly 07, 2026

Wyoming's most famous diesel “delete" mechanic Troy Lake, who was pardoned by Trump after a prison stint, advocated for the president to pardon at least six more. On Friday, Trump pardoned them, and three others.

Wyoming's Famous Diesel Mechanic Gets Presidential Pardons For Others

Wyoming's most famous diesel “delete" mechanic Troy Lake, who was pardoned by Trump after a prison stint, advocated for the president to pardon at least six more. On Friday, Trump pardoned those six, plus three others.

Clair McFarlandJuly 07, 2026

After spending about $200,000 in goat grazing for flood mitigation since 2025, the town of Rock Springs is putting an end to it for now. One council member said residents say it’s too expensive. "This will be the last we see goats,” Dan Pedri said.

Rock Springs Ends Controversial Goat Grazing Program After Spending $200,000

After spending about $200,000 in goat grazing for flood mitigation since 2025, the town of Rock Springs is putting an end to it for now. One council member said residents say it’s too expensive. "This will be the last we see goats,” he said.

Kate MeadowsJuly 06, 2026

A contractor is suing the two irrigation districts connected to the Wyoming-Nebraska tunnel system that suffered a catastrophic failure in 2019, alleging the districts chose who would win the more than $100 million in repair contracts behind closed doors.

Judge Says $100M Goshen Tunnel Project Won’t Stop For Company That Couldn't Bid

A federal judge declined Thursday to pause the $100 million Goshen Tunnel project for a company that missed out on a chance to bid on the work. He also ruled the company has a valid case against two irrigation districts in charge of the tunnel.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2026

Other cities in Wyoming have clashed over license plate reader cameras. Meanwhile, Glenrock's Flock system has gone without drama for the roughly two years it's been in place. But a local legislator worries about fewer rights and more surveillance.

Unlike Other Areas In Wyoming, Glenrock's Flock Cameras Bring Little Drama

Other cities in Wyoming have clashed over license plate reader cameras. Meanwhile, Glenrock's Flock system has gone without drama for the roughly two years it's been in place. But a local legislator worries about fewer rights and more surveillance.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2026

The Wyoming Board of Equalization was set for a July 6 hearing to fight against having to enforce a 4% cap on annual property tax increases, which it calls unconstitutional. But it agreed this week to honor the cap during its lawsuit challenging it.

Wyoming Board Of Equalization Agrees To Honor 4% Property Tax Cap For Now

The Wyoming Board of Equalization was set for a July 6 hearing to fight against having to enforce a 4% cap on annual property tax increases, which it calls unconstitutional. But it agreed Thursday to honor the cap during its lawsuit challenging it.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2026

The Wyoming Business Council's biggest critic in the Legislature, Rep. Ken Pendergraft, right, was mostly relieved at a Wednesday audit report showing the Wyoming Business Council isn't hiding any bank accounts. But he still has questions, he says. Left, Wyoming Business Council CEO Josh Dorrell.

Wyoming Business Council's Toughest Critic Relieved It Isn't Hiding Bank Accounts

The Wyoming Business Council's biggest critic in the Legislature, Rep. Ken Pendergraft, was mostly relieved at a Wednesday audit report showing the Wyoming Business Council isn't hiding any bank accounts. But he says he still has questions.

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

Cheyenne announced Thursday it isn’t accepting wastewater associated with data center systems after Meta company contaminated the city’s wastewater system, prompting months of cleanup. "It's a very, very unpleasant surprise,” said a city councilman.

Cheyenne Won’t Take Data Center Wastewater After Meta Contractor Contaminated System

Cheyenne announced Thursday it's suspended taking wastewater associated with data center systems after a Meta contractor contaminated the city’s wastewater system, prompting months of cleanup. "It's a very, very unpleasant surprise,” said a city councilman.

Kate MeadowsJuly 02, 2026

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Wyoming Board Of Equalization Asks Judge To End Property Tax Cap 

The Wyoming Board of Equalization is suing Gov. Mark Gordon back after he rejected its claims that the state's property tax caps are unconstitutional. The board is asking a judge to end Wyoming’s 4% cap on property tax increases. 

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

Fresh after socialist-backed candidates' success in New York's U.S. House primaries, Colorado Democrats nominated their own socialist House candidate Tuesday in Melat Kiros. Having a socialist neighbor could galvanize Wyoming's independence even more, one politico said. 

Win By Colorado Socialist Could Galvanize Wyoming Independence, Says Politico

Fresh after socialist-backed candidates' success in New York's U.S. House primaries, Colorado Democrats nominated their own socialist House candidate Tuesday. Having a socialist neighbor could galvanize Wyoming's independence even more, one politico said. 

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2026

It’s campaign flier season, which means Wyoming voters are being inundated with attack fliers about political candidates. One flier targeting Lander incumbents claim they “endangered children” and “exposed women to their radical transgender agenda."

Out-Of-State Campaign Fliers Launch Attacks On Wyoming Candidates

It’s campaign flier season, which means Wyoming voters are being inundated with attack fliers about political candidates. One flier targeting Lander incumbents claim they “endangered children” and “exposed women to their radical transgender agenda."

Clair McFarlandJuly 01, 2026

The Sweetwater County Attorney's Office found no evidence the Rock Springs City Council illegally favored contract bids for a company. “'Corrupt as hell’ — that's the accusation that got thrown around about our city," said the mayor about the allegation.

Rock Springs Council Cleared Of Allegation City Favored Cronies On Contract Bids

The Sweetwater County Attorney's Office found no evidence the Rock Springs City Council illegally favored contract bids for a company. “'Corrupt as hell’ — that's the accusation that got thrown around about our city," said the mayor about the allegation.

Kate MeadowsJuly 01, 2026

A 17-year-old Lander homeschooler who beat out 8,000 others in what was billed as the “Ultimate Civics Showdown” stood beside President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on national TV on Tuesday. “Yeah, it was really cool,” said Miriam Washut.

Lander Homeschooler Wins ‘Ultimate Civics Showdown,’ $150,000 Scholarship

A 17-year-old Lander homeschooler who beat out 8,000 other students in what was billed as the “Ultimate Civics Showdown” stood beside President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on national TV on Tuesday. Miriam Washut won a $150,000 scholarship in the effort.

Dale KillingbeckJuly 01, 2026

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