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The History of Cheyenne’s Botanic Gardens: A World Class Oasis In A High-Altitude Desert
Cheyenne's Botanic Gardens is a world-class destination on 9 acres and features a tropical plant collection, a baroque-style orangerie, a bonsai house and special sections featuring desert, Mediterranean and prehistoric landscapes, and an authentic 42-foot Navy submarine periscope.
Wendy CorrSeptember 20, 2022
Missing Wyoming WWII Vet Gets Headstone 77 Years After Passing
Major Virgil Olds, who died in World War II in 1945, finally received a headstone at the Node Cemetery outside of Lusk, Wyoming.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 20, 2022
Autopsy Report: Luke Bell Died Of Accidental Fentanyl Poisoning
Wyoming-raised country singer and songwriter Luke Bell died of an accidental fentanyl poisoning, according to a Tucson, Arizona, forensic pathologist.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 19, 2022
Cheyenne Man Wins Over $1 Million In Las Vegas Slot Machine
Cheyenne businessman Marc Thayer went on a quick trip with his friends to Las Vegas over the weekend. He came back $1.25 million richer after hitting the jackpot on a slot machine.
September 19, 2022
Finally, The Full Video Of Josh Allen’s Dad, Joel Allen, Singing The National Anthem
Finally, the full version of Josh Allen's dad, Joel Allen, singing the National Anthem at Friday night's Wyoming Cowboys game has been found. Mr. Allen did a spectacular job.
September 18, 2022
Why Is Video Of Josh Allen’s Dad Singing National Anthem More Rare Than The Zapruder Film?
Former UW quarterback and current NFL star Josh Allen's dad, Joel Allen, sang the national anthem at War Memorial Stadium on Friday night. But the only video that seems to exist is a :32 second clip.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 17, 2022
Nine Road Trips for Autumn Colors in Wyoming
Forget New England weve got plenty of fall foliage right here in the Cowboy State. Follow our guide to see some great colors and let us know of other good locations.
September 16, 2022
Josh Allen’s Dad Will Sing National Anthem At Wyoming Cowboys Game On Friday Night
The father of former UW quarterback and NFL superstar Josh Allen will be singing the National Anthem at the Cowboys game on Friday night at War Memorial Stadium.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 16, 2022
Yes, It’s Possible To Make Wine In Wyoming And To Grow The Grapes Too
Patrick Zimmerer has been growing grapes on his farm outside of Torrington since 2001. His winery, Table Mountain Vineyards, has more than 10,000 vines.
Wendy CorrSeptember 15, 2022
Mountain View Football Team Honors Fallen American Soldiers On Helmets
The Mountain View High School football team proudly displays the names of fallen American soldiers on their football helmets, which head coach Brent Walk says brings a sense of pride to his athletes and the community.
Wendy CorrSeptember 15, 2022
Wyoming’s Connection To “Downton Abbey”
Highclere Castle, a property familiar to fans of the popular British television series Downton Abbey, has a strong connection to one of Wyomings oldest families.
Wendy CorrSeptember 14, 2022
Wyoming Wins Second Straight With 33-10 Home Victory Over Northern Colorado
For the second straight week, all three phases of the Wyoming Cowboy Football team played critical roles in capturing a home victory.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 11, 2022
Couple Whose Plane Crashed Between Moving Cars On Wyoming Highway Recovering
Mark and Joyce Buxbaum are recovering in Colorado after their personal plane crash-landed and flipped on a Wyoming highway earlier this week between Hanna and Medicine Bow, Wyoming.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 10, 2022
Wyomingites Recall Queen Elizabeth’s Visit to Sheridan County in 1984
When Queen Elizabeth visited Big Horn, Wyoming in 1984, she went to the Maverick Supper Club and ordered from a menu for the first time in her life. She appropriately ordered the queen-sized filet.
Wendy CorrSeptember 09, 2022
No More Squaw: Feds Remove “Squaw” Word From 100s Of Locations Including 41 In Wyoming
The U.S. Department of Interior on Thursday announced new names for hundreds of federal U.S. landmarks that contained the word "Squaw" -- including 41 Wyoming sites -- despite locals' differing concerns of historical erasure.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 09, 2022
Wyoming’s 2022 Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off & 200-Foot Pumpkin Drop Scheduled For Oct 1
It's almost time for Wyoming's championship pumpkin weigh-off and drop where gigantic 1,000+ pound pumpkins plummet from 200-feet and explode into oblivion.
September 09, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II Leaves Lasting Legacy, Including In Wyoming
Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Thursday at the age of 96, spent four days in Big Horn, Wyoming at the late U.S. Sen. Malcolm Wallop's ranch.
Wendy CorrSeptember 08, 2022
Plane Crashes Between Two Moving Cars On Highway 30 Near Medicine Bow, Wyoming
A plane crashed onto Highway 30 near Medicine Bow on Monday, colliding with the highway just between the two vehicles of a family headed to a fishing trip. Witnesses said the debris "showered their cars."
Clair McFarlandSeptember 06, 2022
Wyoming Cowboys Win a Thriller, 40-37, in Double Overtime Over Tulsa
The Wyoming Cowboys excelled in all three phases of Saturday's home opener against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane and ended up winning the game in a 40-37 double-overtime thriller.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 04, 2022
Wyoming Cowboys Host Tulsa Golden Hurricanes In Home Opener For UW
Saturday's game starts at 1:30pm at War Memorial Stadium. Wyoming is 6-2 in home openers during the eight previous seasons that Craig Bohl has coached the Cowboys.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 03, 2022
Songwriters Behind Some Of Country’s Biggest Names To Be At Yellowstone Songwriter Festival
The songwriters behind some of the biggest hits of Garth Brooks, Martina McBride, George Strait, Vince Gill, and others will be attending the Yellowstone Songwriter Festival from September 8 - 10 in Cody.
Wendy CorrSeptember 02, 2022
Wyoming Family Of Fallen Marine Rylee McCollum Refiles Lawsuit Against Alec Baldwin
The Wyoming family of fallen U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum is reviving a defamation lawsuit against actor Alec Baldwin over comments he made online.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 02, 2022
Family Of Wyoming’s Luke Bell Mourns Loss
The family of fallen country star Luke Bell released a statement on Thursday thanking friends and fans for their support and asking for privacy as they "grieve and honor his memory."
September 02, 2022
Wyoming Friends Mourn Passing of Cody Musician Luke Bell
Friends of the young musician say Luke Bell, a Cody native, lit up a room whenever he entered. News of his passing last week has reverberated around the country.
Wendy CorrSeptember 01, 2022