Bill Sniffin
Bill Sniffin has been a publisher and author in Wyoming for 53 years. He formerly owned all or part interest in 20 different newspapers, magazines, print shops, ad agencies, and internet companies.
He is one of Wyoming's best-known columnists, having written a statewide column for more than 22 years and a local column for 38 years prior to that.
Sniffin has published six books including three Wyoming-themed coffee table books, called the Wyoming Trilogy. He lives in Lander with his wife Nancy.
Latest from Bill Sniffin
Bill Sniffin: My Friend Buck Valdez Died On One Of My Favorite Roads – US 287
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "This column was going to be my love letter to U. S. Highway 287, which I drove this past weekend from central Wyoming to Fort Worth, Texas. I paused to say a prayer for my friend when I came over that hill and drove down to the site where the horrible collision occurred."
Bill SniffinAugust 20, 2025
Bill Sniffin: ‘Home Town’ Emphasis Was Key To Saving Eight Wyoming Newspapers
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Folks in eight Wyoming towns breathed a big sigh of relief when the announcement was made that veteran newspaper publishers Robb and Jen Hicks of Buffalo plus Rob Mortimore of Torrington were stepping in to save the publications.”
Bill SniffinAugust 16, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Wyoming Is Full Of Scenic Drives – Here Is A Favorite
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “One of Wyoming’s major north-south routes, which follows the BNSF Railroad Line, is a pleasure to drive this time of year. Lots of wonderful towns and small cities.”
Bill SniffinAugust 12, 2025
Bill Sniffin: It Is Tragic To See Eight Newspapers Close -- Especially How It Occurred
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “What is so tragic is the way these newspapers were shuttered. Just no warning. Hard on both the employees and the communities.”
Bill SniffinAugust 09, 2025
Bill Sniffin: A Tale About The Search For A Bell Ringer In Old Wyoming
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Here is my favorite rendition of an old groaner about the problems a pastor was having in finding a proper bell ringer. This tale occurred here in Wyoming.”
Bill SniffinAugust 05, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Here Are Two Big Reasons I Ended Up With A Desk Job
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “My characterization of work was defined by two experiences as a 17-year-old. Tough dirty physical jobs made a big impression on my younger self.”
Bill SniffinAugust 02, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Four Years Later, The Late Sen. Mike Enzi Remembered As One Of Wyoming’s Great Leaders
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, “Has it really been four years already? Mike Enzi was such a wonderful leader for Wyoming. He is missed.”
Bill SniffinJuly 29, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Never Kick A Cowpie On A Hot Summer Day
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “There are various western codes that define Wyoming people. The most famous is the Code of the West. But there are other versions, too.”
Bill SniffinJuly 26, 2025
Bill Sniffin: See That Big RV Blocking Your Way? Hey, That Might Be Me! Howdy!
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, “Traveling by RV is like having your house on your back. And the wide open spaces here in the Big Empty are very hospitable to this lifestyle. I love it.”
Bill SniffinJuly 21, 2025
Bill Sniffin: It Is Time To Hit The Road For Treks Around The Cowboy State
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "A great Wyoming tourist theme is the Great Road Trip. I am planning my trips right now. Two of my annual trips will be my annual Yellowstone trip for the 55th consecutive year and my annual trip to the Red Desert."
Bill SniffinJuly 15, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Wyoming's Red Desert Is A Vast Deep Sea – It Will Swallow You
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, “Wyoming’s Red Desert is so unique. And it is huge! It can swallow you up. And you will love every minute of it.”
Bill SniffinJuly 10, 2025
Bill Sniffin: If You Had Your Life To Live Over, What Would You Change?
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Folks a certain age start looking back on their lives and wonder just how much differences they could have made. What if you could live your life over?”
Bill SniffinJuly 01, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Bad National Forest Rules Opened Door To Wildfires - They Were Just Overturned!
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “I watched as bad Clinton-Gore-Babbitt forest policies set the stage for waste and horrible forest conditions in our national forest next door. It was truly malpractice.”
Bill SniffinJune 25, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Little Boys, Thinking Rocks, And Mountain Snow Showers in June
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, “This is a story from almost 40 years ago about a dad and his young boy on an adventure involving ‘Thinking Rocks.’”
Bill SniffinJune 17, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Despite Cultural Differences, These Five Graduations were Outstanding
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “We attended five graduations in three states in May. Whew! The country is definitely becoming more of a melting pot. And these young people were wonderful.”
Bill SniffinJune 10, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Besides Natural Wonders, Wyoming Is Full Of Oddball Places And Sites
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "I love showing off Wyoming’s beautiful places. But there are a bunch of lesser-known odd places that deserve our attention, too.”
Bill SniffinJune 03, 2025
Bill Sniffin: A Dad And His Young Son Conquer Their First Wyoming Mountain
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “This was one of the first of many father-son adventures. We always called it ‘Climbing Michael’s Mountain.’”
Bill SniffinMay 27, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Grads, We Gave You Roots And We Gave You Wings – Now Grow And Fly
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "Bill Sniffin writes: “Grads, timing is the single most important thing in getting ahead. You must stay on top of trends and always, always check which way the economic winds are blowing. You must be a man or woman of action."
Bill SniffinMay 17, 2025
Bill Sniffin: A Time To Celebrate The Mothers In Our Family And All Other Mothers Too
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, “She was the prettiest girl and the nicest girl. Would I ever have a chance to get a gal like that?”
Bill SniffinMay 10, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Amazing Wyoming Love Story Includes Long Delays, Unreal Military Heroism
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Who could imagine the unbelievable adventures that this couple had experienced before finally getting together in their old age.”
Bill SniffinMay 03, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Wyomingites Enduring Spring Of Deception’ Right Now – Don’t Get Too Comfortable
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Whether you call these false Spring heat waves ‘Sprinter’ or ‘Spring of Deception,’ it is real that weather is very unpredictable in Wyoming during this time of year.”
Bill SniffinApril 26, 2025