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Wyoming Veteran, Former Fire Chief Wins On ‘Wheel of Fortune’
After appearing on Wheel of Fortune this week, Casper's Gary Wood said things that looked easy in his living room were not as easy in the studio.
Renée JeanNovember 11, 2022
Working For 5 Presidents, Wyoming’s Connie Gerrard Had Front-Row Seat Through History
As a young woman in the 1960s, Connie Gerrard left the safety of her hometown of Evanston to make a career in the White House working for five presidents from Johnson through Reagan.
Wendy CorrNovember 10, 2022
What A Way To Go: ‘Krapp Strapp’ No. 1 Way For Wyo Outdoorsmen To Do No. 2, Inventor Says
Karl Brauneis, a retired forester from Lander, told Cowboy State Daily that he thought the Krapp Strapps design was ingenious but would probably continue to just search for "a good log."
Mark HeinzNovember 10, 2022
Pair Of Sweetwater County Incumbents Upset In General Election
Rep. Chad Banks' loss strips the Democratic Party of the last representation it had in Sweetwater County, historically a bastion for the party in the state.
Leo WolfsonNovember 09, 2022
California Sells $2 Billion Powerball Winner; Wyoming Shut Out Again
Lottery officials announced Tuesday that a winning $2 billion Powerball ticket was sold in California. Wyoming remains one of four states that participate in the lottery that hasn't had a winner.
Renée JeanNovember 08, 2022
Sheridan Senior Runs For 517 Yards, Sets New Wyoming State Rushing Record
Had he posted it in the NFL, Colson Coons stat line wouldve obliterated all fantasy football records. The Sheridan running back set a new Wyoming record with 517 yards Friday against Cheyenne Central.
Greg JohnsonNovember 08, 2022
Wyoming Powerball Sales Breaking Records In Chance To Win $1.9 Billion Jackpot
Despite the astronomical odds, more people than ever before are purchasing Powerball tickets in Wyoming for the chance to win $1.9 billion.
Renée JeanNovember 07, 2022
Chinese Company Sells Jackson Hole Resort To American Company For $315 Million
A Chinese company has sold the Four Seasons Resort and Residences in Jackson, Wyoming to an American company for $315 million.
November 07, 2022
Paralyzed Woman Who Inspired Netflix Movie “Walk. Ride. Rodeo.” In Wyoming This Week
It was on a drive through Wyoming in 2010 when an up-and-coming rodeo star crashed her truck and lost use of her legs. What followed was an inspirational journey of faith, determination and work to disprove the doctors who said shed never ride again.
Renée JeanNovember 07, 2022
Worland Man Packs 1,000-Pound Pumpkins With Explosives, Then Shoots Them With AR-15
Jay Richard, a small business owner from Worland who hosts the Wyoming State Pumpkin Weigh-Off every year, said goodbye to his 1,000-pound pumpkins this weekend with an AR-15 and lots of explosives.
November 07, 2022
Remote Wyoming Road A Winter Lifeline For Yellowstone Towns
For residents of Mammoth, Wyoming, and Cooke City, Montana, the Old Gardiner Road is more than a historic stagecoach trail, its the only way in and out for them during winter. Its also the only lifeline for the areas winter tourism industry.
Renée JeanNovember 06, 2022
A Room Full Of Tarantulas? Wyoming Firefighter Says ‘Absolutely!’
KeeGan Johnson, a Rawlins firefighter, and his family want to bust some of the myths about tarantulas, saying theyre not the malevolent monsters Hollywood makes them out to be. Theyre teddy bears, he says.
Greg JohnsonNovember 05, 2022
Motorsports Dealer Says He’s Committed To Bringing Adult Barbie Jeep Racing To Wyoming
Barbie Jeep Racing or grown adults cramming themselves into childrens toy plastic vehicles and careening down hills has taken off in several states. A Cheyenne motorsports dealer said he wants Wyoming to be next.
Mark HeinzNovember 04, 2022
Hurricane-Destroyed Bowling Center In Louisiana Breathes New Life Into Worland Bowling Alley
When Hurricane Ida destroyed an iconic bowling center in Louisiana in 2021, it didn't destroy its legacy. Like an organ donor, parts of the business gave new life to a bowling alley coincidentally known as "Hurricane Lanes" in Worland, Wyoming.
Wendy CorrNovember 04, 2022
High Voltage Hogs: Some Wyoming Riders Warming Up To Electric Motorcycles
While it may seem sacrilegious to some, electric motorcycles are starting to gain a foothold. Even some Harley riders aren't totally opposed to the idea.
November 03, 2022
Cheyenne Brothers Build Multi-Million Dollar International “Slime” Business
What started as a hobby for Cheyenne brothers Mark and Joe Whiteaker has turned into a multi-million dollar international "slime" business. Their products sell in more than 800 locations across the world.
Renée JeanNovember 03, 2022
Riverton Police Find Three Naked Children, 30 Snakes Responding To Call About ‘Erratic’ Woman
Police on Tuesday arrested a combative 33-year-old mother in Riverton who threatened to shoot officers with a crossbow, and rushed her three unclothed children, her geckos, dog, cat and 30 snakes to safe places.
Clair McFarlandNovember 02, 2022
Election Day ‘Blood Moon,’ Lunar Eclipse May Get Snowed Out In Wyoming
Not only is next Tuesday election day, but a "blood moon" lunar eclipse will be visible in Wyoming as well. That is, if the weather cooperates and it's not looking good right now.
Clair McFarlandNovember 01, 2022
Review: “The Osmonds!” Musical Is Really Quite Entertaining
Cowboy State Daily's Wendy Corr, who reported on Wyoming resident Jay Osmond's musical "The Osmonds!" premiering in England earlier this year, attended a performance while oversees and shares her thoughts on the show.
Wendy CorrNovember 01, 2022
Wyoming Horse Is Now Police Officer In New York Police Department’s Mounted Patrol
Gomez, a wild mustang born into the Salt Wells Creek herd near Green River nine years ago, is now a police officer In the New York City Police Departments mounted unit.
Wendy CorrOctober 31, 2022
Yellowstone Ghosts: The Light Above Mammoth Hot Springs
If you find yourself in Mammoth Hot Springs after dark, look all around the horizon at the hills. You may be able to spot the light of Ed Wilsons unrequited love for Mary Henderson, a love that endures still today.
Jen MignardOctober 30, 2022
Flamethrowers: One More Reason Why Wyoming Is Better Than California
A Sheridan resident who recently moved from California said hes ecstatic to have the freedom to enjoy using his flamethrower here, which he couldnt do in his former home state.
Mark HeinzOctober 28, 2022
Wyoming Legislators Optimistic, Cautious About Elon Musk’s Takeover Of Twitter
Wyoming State Sen. Cheri Steinmetz on Friday said she applauded anyone who will protect the arena of free speech and as long as Elon Musk does that, "it's a good thing."
Clair McFarlandOctober 28, 2022
With Musket That Fired First Shot At Bunker Hill, Wyoming Military Museum Is More Than Vehicles
The $100 million National Museum of Military Vehicles in Dubois is best known for housing 500 fully restored military vehicles, artillery pieces, naval vessels and aircraft. But it also has 200-plus historically significant firearms on display, including the rifle that fired the first shot at Bunker Hill
Renée JeanOctober 28, 2022