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Jake Nichols: Locals Reeling Over Ski Death Of Kelly Krause, Restaurateur And Soul Of Old Jackson
Jake Nichols writes, "Krause died Friday while skiing at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. He fell into a tree well on the North Woods run between Rendezvous Trail and The Hobacks. It was the second such incident in the area in less than two weeks."
Jake NicholsMarch 05, 2024
With 70 Inches Of Snow, Jackson Gets Leftovers From Historic California Storm
California was buried over the weekend with a massive snowstorm that had enough punch left to cover the Jackson Hole Ski Area with 70 inches of snow over the weekend. Meteorologist Don Day says more snow is on the way.
Andrew RossiMarch 04, 2024
Lost For Decades, ‘Big Nose’ George’s Gun Found In Wyoming Museum Archives
“Big Nose” George Parrott’s reign of terror as a Wyoming highwayman, cattle rustler and cop killer came to an abrupt halt at the end of a rope. His gun, lost for decades, was recently found in the archives of a Green River museum.
Andrew RossiMarch 03, 2024
Wyoming Historian Uncovers Only Known Photo Of 1865 Cavalry Captain
A Wyoming historian has uncovered the only known photo of U.S. Cavalry officer Capt. James Ellbridge Greer who was the commander at the 1865 Battle of Platte Bridge Station near present-day Casper.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 03, 2024
Digging Wyoming: Triceratops, The State Dinosaur, Are ‘Like A Dime A Dozen’
There's a reason the Triceratops is the Wyoming State Dinosaur -- they're everywhere across the state. Not only that, it was the first dinosaur ever excavated in Wyoming. Back in 1872, a headless Triceratops was found in Sweetwater County.
Andrew RossiMarch 03, 2024
Former Riverton Man Nearly Died, Now Makes Sports Dreams Come True For Others
Bruce Tippets grew up in Riverton and nearly died before getting a kidney transplant. Now to help others dealing with serious health challenges, he provides first-class sports experiences so "for a little while, they don't have to worry about anything."
Amber SteinmetzMarch 02, 2024
Wyoming History: The Wyoming Rancher Who Kept Wolves And Hung His Neighbors
Albert J. Bothwell was an early Wyoming rancher and businessman who kept wolves, lynched his neighbors from a tree, put a fence up on the Oregon Trail, and helped start the infamous Johnson County War.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 02, 2024
Longtime Wyoming Photographer Gets Some Screen Time In Oscar-Nominated ‘Oppenheimer’
Garth Dowling spent four decades as a photojournalist in Jackson, Wyoming, but got some time in front of the camera in the 13-time Oscar-nominated film “Oppenheimer.” He played the role of 'Scientist A31' and can be seen many times in the movie.
Jake NicholsMarch 02, 2024
More Grass Fires Break Out Near Cheyenne; Tornado-Like Fire Skips Along Prairie
Homes were evacuated and roads were closed as more grass fires broke out north and west of Cheyenne on Friday. One fire looked like a tornado skipping along the prairie north of Cheyenne.
Andrew RossiMarch 01, 2024
Cheyenne Deputy To Play Taps In Solemn Last Call For Sheridan Sgt. Nevada Krinkee
Peter Hurdle, a Laramie County Sheriff’s Office Deputy who plays trumpet in the Wyoming Army National Guard band, said it will be “a huge honor” to play taps graveside Friday for fallen Sheridan Police Sgt. Nevada Krinkee.
Pat MaioMarch 01, 2024
With A Month To Go, Remote Wyoming Stop Sign Way Off Pace To Get Buried In Snow
There's a contest every year to see who can predict what day a stop sign on Togwotee Pass gets buried by snow. More than 500 people this year have entered and can check a WYDOT webcam every day for progress. So far it's not even close.
Andrew RossiFebruary 28, 2024
What The Heck … Are Snow Squalls, And Where Do They Come From?
There were two Snow Squall Warnings issued in southern Wyoming on Monday. Although squall has long been a term to describe short, intense, wind-driven storms at sea, it's use with a snowstorm is relatively new.
Andrew RossiFebruary 27, 2024
Wind Gust Flips Single-Engine Cessna At Casper Airport
Wyoming’s famous winds make it challenging for pilots flying any size aircraft around the Cowboy State, as the pilot of a Cessna 172 found out Monday when it was flipped at the Casper airport.
Dale KillingbeckFebruary 27, 2024
Roaring 80 MPH Wyoming Wind Topples 100-Year-Old Tree Onto Don Day’s Truck
Meteorologist Don Day says people blame him for the bad weather anyway so maybe it's 'poetic justice' that part of a 100-year-old tree crashed down on his truck on Saturday as winds in Wyoming gusted to over 80 mph.
Andrew RossiFebruary 26, 2024
Wyoming Model Railroaders Live In Their Own Tiny Worlds
It’s almost an out-of-body experience walking through the doors at the local model railroad club. Like gods in their own little universes, these model railroaders are building worlds, including an impressively detailed recreation of Casper.
Dale KillingbeckFebruary 25, 2024
Cheyenne Frontier Days Legend Princess Blue Water Bowed To Nobody, Not Even The Queen
Cheyenne Frontier Days legend Princess Blue Water performed with Buffalo Bill Cody, was invited to Kennedy’s inauguration and refused to bow for England’s Queen Victoria, saying the Oglala Sioux bow to no one.
Renée JeanFebruary 25, 2024
Casper Artist's Unique Wildlife - Landscape Fusions Gain International Audience
Casper native and artist Travis Glasgow creates stunning, portraits of Wyoming wildlife by fusing them with the landscapes they live in. His unique approach is gaining an international audience.
Renée JeanFebruary 25, 2024
Rare Dinosaur Fossil Abandoned By Mongolia Adopted By Wyoming Museum
The Tate Geological Museum in Casper, Wyoming, has adopted a rare Mongolian dinosaur fossil -- a hatchling Psittacosaurus -- that was returned to and then abandoned by that country as part of an international investigation.
Andrew RossiFebruary 25, 2024
Rock Springs Teacher Climbs Kilimanjaro, Africa’s Tallest And Most Mysterious Peak
Rock Springs teacher Chris Clifton checked off a bucket list item the day after Christmas when he reached the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest peak in Africa. As the temperatures plummeted and the weather worsened the higher he got, Clifton thought, "The brutal winter we had in Wyoming last year was worse.”
February 25, 2024
Why Discovery Of A Small 13,000-Year-Old Bead In Wyoming Is A Big Deal
At 13,000 years old, a tiny 7-millimeter-long bead discovered in Wyoming’s famous La Prele Mammoth archaeological site is the oldest bead in the Americas and it provides a glimpse into the hunter-gatherer culture from the end of the Ice Age.
Andrew RossiFebruary 25, 2024
Counties Explore Tourism Potential Of Wyoming’s Historic Trails
Natrona and Carbon counties could have the first National Heritage Area in Wyoming if they apply for a federal designation capitalizing on tourism potential of historic trails. But some are wary it could lead to federal encroachment on private and state lands.
Dale KillingbeckFebruary 24, 2024
After Third Heart Transplant, Wyoming Woman Says Every Day Is A Gift From God
Jenn Green of Gillette, who is recovering from her third heart transplant, says she wants to be an inspiration to others, give them hope and make them believe they should never give up. "Most of all trust in the Lord. I believe that is my purpose," she says.
Amber SteinmetzFebruary 24, 2024
Digital Technology Has Democratized The Night Sky, Making It Accessible To All
Cheyenne photographer and retired meteorologist Jan Curtis uses digital technology to take photos of the nightsky while the world is asleep. His photos have been featured in National Geographic and NASA publications, and some of his digital cameras are quite inexpensive.
Renée JeanFebruary 24, 2024
At Wyoming Military Museum, Tanks Aren’t Just For Show — They Drive Them
In most museums, the exhibits sit stoically. It’s look but don’t touch. At the National Museum of Military Vehicles, vintage U.S. tanks proudly parade and spin in the snow for spectators. Last week, visitors got to see a 40-ton Kampfpanzer Leopard 1 in action.
Andrew RossiFebruary 24, 2024