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Neon Spring: Wyoming Greener Than Ever In Wake Of Record Snow, Lots Of Rain
Plentiful rain, strong runoff from a huge snowpack and warmer weather has caused an explosion of varying shades of green across Wyoming’s landscape.
Wendy CorrJune 08, 2023
Green River’s Flaming Gorge Days Canceled Because Committee ‘Just Got Tired Of Doing It’
Green River officials say they discovered too late that the annual Flaming Gorge Days festival had been neglected by its volunteer organizing committee. “Over the years, it became a volunteer deal and the committee members just got tired of doing it,” a town spokesman said.
June 08, 2023
Laramie Firefighters Pull Three Ducklings From Storm Drain — A Big Relief For Worried Mom
Laramie firefighters rescued three dirty, stressed-out ducklings from a storm drain Tuesday and reunited them with their worried mom, who was waddling and flying around quacking the whole time.
Greg JohnsonJune 08, 2023
Wyoming Stuck In Cool And Rainy Weather Pattern Because Of 'Omega Block'
Cool and rainy weather will continue for most of Wyoming over the next week because an "Omega Block" weather pattern is producing an "Axis of Moisture," which meteorologist Don Day says could be a good name for a Molly Hatchet song, but is just a phrase describing continuous rainy weather.
Jimmy OrrJune 07, 2023
Yellowstone East Gate Road Blocked As Wyoming Landslide Season Kicks Off
Just as snow season releases its grip from Wyoming highways, here comes landslide season. As usual, the trouble spots are near Yellowstone’s East Gate and in Wind River Canyon.
Mark HeinzJune 07, 2023
Riverton, Wyoming, Set Most Snowfall Records In Record-Setting Winter Across The US
The winter of 2022-23 set records for snowfall across the United States, and Riverton, Wyoming, was the epicenter, setting more snowfall records than any other place in the lower 48 this past winter.
Wendy CorrJune 07, 2023
100-Year-Old 80,000-Pound Bridge Makes It To Wyoming Ranch, Will Be Installed Later
FOLLOW-UP: The rancher who bought the 100-year-old, 80,000-pound bridge said it's in a temporary location on his ranch until he can get it formally installed. The 90-foot bridge will connect his ranch to his son's property, saving a five-mile trip.
Wendy CorrJune 07, 2023
Former UW Quarterback Josh Allen Makes Cover Of 'Madden 24'
Former University of Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen has made the cover of the popular "Madden NFL" video game franchise.
Jimmy OrrJune 07, 2023
Wyoming Woman On A Mission To Spread Positivity One Tiny Turtle At A Time
A gas station attendant in Cheyenne has come up with a new idea that’s taking off on local social media. Teeny, tiny turtles hidden here, there and everywhere. She calls them “Positivi-turtles.”
Renée JeanJune 05, 2023
Wyoming Rancher Buys Giant 100-Year-Old Bridge, Hauls It 40 Miles To Ranch
A 100-year-old Washakie County bridge was bought by a Wyoming rancher, who hauled it through downtown Worland on its 40-mile journey to his property near Ten Sleep.
Wendy CorrJune 04, 2023
Wyoming’s Dinosaurs Were So Big They Pooped 3,000-Pound Boulders
With all due respect to the scientific community which recently dug up the world's largest penguin fossil from the beaches of New Zealand, Wyoming had dinosaurs that pooped bigger than that penguin.
Jake NicholsFebruary 18, 2023
Carloads Of Turkeys Arrive To Help Cheyenne Barber’s Drive To Feed Military For Thanksgiving
Dozens of turkeys have flowed-in after Cowboy State Dailys story on a barber from Cheyenne's quest to feed military personnel who are away from home every Thanksgiving.
Renée JeanNovember 14, 2022
Cheyenne Barber Opens Home, Heart To Thousands Of Military On Thanksgiving
What began as helping one distraught airman at Thanksgiving years ago, has evolved into an annual effort that feeds thousands. Despite challenges this year with a nationwide turkey shortage, Glen Chavez says failure isnt an option.
Renée JeanNovember 09, 2022
Wyoming’s New Black License Plate Is Getting A Mixed Reaction
With large, white block letters on a black background framed in red, the new Wyoming license plate has already been printed and will be mandatory for all vehicles beginning in 2025.
Renée JeanOctober 28, 2022
Wyoming Man Tells William Shatner He Saw Bigfoot In Wind River Mountains
A Wyoming man told William Shatner on The History Channel that he spotted Bigfoot in the Wind River Mountains.
January 04, 2022
Wyoming Christmas Light Guy Battles 70mph Winds, Sub-Freezing Temps
To put up Christmas lights in Wyoming, you have to be tough. That means battling the 70mph winds and snow.
November 29, 2021
Why Land Spouts, Tornado’s Little Brothers, Are All Over Wyoming This Spring
It's not your imagination. We've seen more 'land spouts' this year in Wyoming. That's because we have more turbulent weather patterns than in recent years, which has increased the number of visible land spouts.
Wendy CorrJune 04, 2023
Miller Moths: Leave Them Alone Or Kill 'Em All?
Although a UW entomologist says we shouldn't kill miller moths because they are essential to the food chain, meteorologist Don Day has a differing opinion and shares his foolproof plan to kill dozens, if not hundreds, at a time.
Wendy CorrJune 04, 2023
Part of the Teton Range Broke Off. But Can Anyone Tell The Difference?
Well, the Tetons broke. The iconic Wyoming mountain range often referred to as having the appearance of shark teeth now has a snaggle tooth. Or, if sticking with the original French nomenclature, the Tetons got a boob job.
Jake NicholsJune 04, 2023
Matt Avery, Campbell County Rancher And Expert Saddlemaker, As Cowboy As It Gets
They don't get much more cowboy than Matt Avery. He runs a five-generation ranch in northeast Wyoming, is a former Campbell County commissioner and has been married to Diann for 50 years come August. On top of all that, he's an expert saddlemaker and leatherworker. Our hat is off to you, Mr. Avery!
Wendy CorrJune 03, 2023
Powder River’s Iconic Tumble Inn Neon Cowboy Hasn’t Blown Over, It’s Being Restored
Although the giant Sizzlin' Steaks neon cowboy has fallen on hard times, it's not for long. The new owner is restoring the 70-year-old sign and will bring the cowpoke back to its former neon glory.
Jake NicholsJune 03, 2023
How An Inch Wide, Mile Long Fence Saved Crops In Sundance From Crickets 84 Years Ago
As Edgerton, Wyoming, battles millions of Mormon crickets today, farmers in the Sundance area were successful saving their crops 84 years ago through an ingenious and quite low-tech solution.
Renée JeanJune 02, 2023
Millions of Crickets Swarm Tiny Edgerton, Wyoming
Townspeople in Edgerton, Wyoming, say the swarm of crickets make the roads appear like they're moving. “It's like flowing red water,” said Ava Blackmore.
Wendy CorrMay 31, 2023
Casa Bonita Releases New Menu, Will Open Privately Before Grand Reopening
Denver's most famous restaurant, Casa Bonita, is coming closer and closer to its grand reopening. A new menu was released on Friday and the gigantic eatery announced it would open on a limited basis to people who subscribe to its email list.
Jimmy OrrMay 29, 2023