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Driver Crashes Into Cheyenne Bus On Thursday; Students Unharmed
The Cheyenne Police Department is currently investigating an incident in which a vehicle collided into a local school bus on Thursday afternoon.
April 29, 2022
Wyoming “Pumpkin King” Jay Richard Already Planting Pumpkin Seeds To Break State Record
Worland's Jay Richard, who hosts Wyoming State Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off every year, will be planting his giant pumpkin seeds this weekend in his latest effort to attain the crown.
April 28, 2022
Man Suing Town Of Evansville, Cops For Beating, Tasing, Arrest Without Probable Cause
A man is suing the town of Evansville and multiple police officers for beating, tasing, pepper spraying and arresting him without probable cause or reasonable suspicion.
April 28, 2022
Coy Knobel: Wyoming Really Is A Special Place, But It Won’t Stay That Way Without Effort
Guest columnist Coy Knobel writes: "Whether it be social media, an influx of out-of-staters, a real and effective assault on our values from high-population areas and or other reasons, theres a resentment in Wyoming that didnt used to be here."
Coy KnobelApril 28, 2022
Teton County Property Taxes Soar As Property Values Climb Out Of Control
This year, Teton County -- the wealthiest county in the U.S. -- has a market value of $34 billion. Most residents saw property tax increases of between 30 - 50% over the last year.
April 27, 2022
Gun Lover Jeffree Star Receives Custom Pink Firearm From Beretta
Since moving to Wyoming in 2020, cosmetics mogul Jeffree Star has expanded his gun collection, saying he was even in the process of building a weapons room comparable to those seen in James Bond films.
April 27, 2022
Alec Baldwin Claims 1st Amendment Protection After Calling Fallen Wyo Marine’s Family “Insurrectionists”
In requesting a dismissal against the $25 million lawsuit against him, actor Alec Baldwin says he had the First Amendment right to call the family of fallen Wyoming Marine Rylee McCollum "insurrectionists"
April 27, 2022
Cowboy State Daily Welcomes Leo Wolfson To Team As State Government & Political Reporter
Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday announced the hire of Leo Wolfson, formerly of the Cody Enterprise, to cover state government and politics effective immediately.
Jen KocherApril 27, 2022
UPDATE: Adoption Begins At Cheyenne Animal Shelter Following 58 Large Dog Rescue
UPDATE: Although there are still 200 animals at the Cheyenne Animal Shelter following a rescue of 58 large dogs at a "hoarder's house" last week, the dogs are beginning to get adopted.
April 27, 2022
Barrasso Thinks Trump Will Get Twitter Account Back
With Twitter being purchased by billionaire Elon Musk this week, U.S. Sen. John Barrasso told Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday that former President Donald Trump will likely have his account reinstated.
April 27, 2022
Legendary Wyoming Artist Jim Bama Dead At 95
Legendary western artist James Bama passed away on April 24 at his home in Wapiti. He was 95 years old and leaves behind scores of art pieces that have stood the test of time.
Wendy CorrApril 26, 2022
Wyo Park Officials Warn Against Jumping Into Outhouses To Save Dropped Phones
After a California woman was rescued last week after falling headfirst into an outhouse trying to retrieve her phone, Wyoming park officials are warning residents or tourists from trying the same.
April 26, 2022
Sheridan County Fireworks Show Canceled After 34 Years
After 34 years, Big Horns annual Fireworks Celebration a statewide Fourth of July Tradition has come to an end.
Wendy CorrApril 26, 2022
Lummis Welcomes Elon Musk’s $44 Billion Twitter Buyout
Wyoming's junior U.S. senator welcomed the buyout of social media giant Twitter on Monday by billionaire Elon Musk.
April 25, 2022
Man Shoots Self Following Traffic Stop In Sheridan
A Sheridan man shot himself Friday night following a traffic stop in a Sheridan neighborhood, the Sheridan County Sheriff's Department announced.
April 25, 2022
Eating Wyoming: Western Sky’s Family Diner
Food columnist Tim Mandese writes: "It's always a pleasure to find a true family restaurant, run by friendly people, that actually serves up great food for example, Western Skys Family Diner just off of Interstate 25 in Wheatland.
April 22, 2022
Lander’s ‘Death Doula’ Helps Prepare People For The End
A hospice volunteer for nearly a decade, and a certified end-of-life doula for two years, Lightner encounters death often. She knows how to hold a hand, sense a need, and interact gently with someone whose faculties are slowly shutting down.
Clair McFarlandApril 22, 2022
Update: Cheyenne Animal Shelter Sees ‘Overwhelming’ Outpouring Of Support For Hoarded Dogs
After being overwhelmed by the intake of nearly 60 "giant dogs" earlier this week, the Cheyenne Animal Shelter is beginning to get back to normal, according to its CEO.
April 22, 2022
Author Craig Johnson Says No Immediate Plans to Bring Back ‘Longmire’ Series
Longmire author Craig Johnson said there are continuing conversations about the return of the show in some form, but nothing has been solidified yet.
Wendy CorrApril 21, 2022
Silver Star Discontinues Cell Service In Star Valley; 2,200 Customers Affected
A cellular telephone company is discontinuing its service in the Star Valley of western Wyoming after six years, leaving more than 2,000 customers to find a new service provider by the end of the year.
April 21, 2022
Third Season Of ‘Ultimate Cowboy Showdown’ Debuts Thursday In Douglas, Wyoming
The third season of the popular TV show "Ultimate Cowboy Showdown" was filmed in Douglas, Wyoming and is hosted by country singer Trace Adkins. The show debuts Thursday night.
April 21, 2022
Cheyenne Animal Shelter Rescues 58 “Giant” Dogs From Hoarder’s House; Expecting 10 More
The Cheyenne Animal Shelter is asking for help after rescuing 58 "giant" dogs and 40 birds from a hoarder's house. The CEO called it the biggest challenge she's ever faced.
April 20, 2022
Federal Judge Denies Ex-Cop’s Dismissal Request In Racism Lawsuit
A federal judge has denied a former Albany County deputy's request to dismiss a lawsuit against him, which accuses him of racial discrimination.
April 20, 2022
Lovell Officers Praised For Rescuing Boy From House Fire
Lovell police officer Dusty Schultz received the "Lifesaver Award" for saving the life of an 8-year-old boy who was trapped in a house fire in Lovell.
Wendy CorrApril 20, 2022