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: A Chance Encounter With A Wyoming Connection On A Remote Idaho Road
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “We were 700 miles north of Fremont County, Wyoming, and yet were being hosted by a fellow County 10 person. What a great coincidence.”
Bill SniffinSeptember 06, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Old Gal Didn’t Disappoint – On My 57th Annual Trip To Yellowstone
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "I just completed my 57th annual trip to Yellowstone, and once again I came away feeling blessed. The weather was nearly perfect, the traffic was manageable, the wildlife cooperated, at least somewhat, and the old park looked as beautiful as ever."
Bill SniffinAugust 30, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Eric Barlow Has Chance To Lead Wyoming Into True Age Of Prosperity
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Barlow will have both a friendly legislature and four other friendly members of state boards. There will be little to hinder economic progress in the near future. It will be a boom time.“
Bill SniffinAugust 23, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Who Is The Best Political Expert In Wyoming?
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “I am issuing this challenge to the readers of Cowboy State Daily. Who is the smartest political observer of them all?”
Bill SniffinAugust 17, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Barlow, Friess, Hageman, Harshman, Short, Meier, Headed For Wins?
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Who is going to win? This primary election has so many variables. These are the folks I think will win on Tuesday.”
Bill SniffinAugust 16, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Does Steve Friess Have The Momentum To Catch And Defeat Chuck Gray?
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "I saw this year’s House GOP primary much like the Kentucky Derby. The favorite out in front, much like Chuck Gray has been, for almost the entire race. Then came a longshot named Golden Tempo, like late entrant Steve Friess."
Bill SniffinAugust 14, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Political Crunch Time Brings Out Desperation And A Few Funny Lines
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “This is a desperate time for politicians. Just how negative can they go? Here in Wyoming, we discovered it is pretty darned deep.”
Bill SniffinAugust 08, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Can Megan Overtake Barlow? Or Can Bien Overtake The Two Leaders?
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "Barlow touts his polls as showing him with a comfortable lead. Degenfelder says her polls show her doing just fine, and she is pleased with where she stands. Bien was unavailable for comment, so we were unable to ask him about his polling."
Bill SniffinAugust 01, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Political Lessons: Don’t Peak Too Soon; Love Endorsements & Polls
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "The biggest recent news is the break by the state Republican Party leadership committee from the hold of President Trump. The 50-member statewide group endorsed newcomer Brent Bien for governor over Trump-endorsed Megan Degenfelder.
Bill SniffinJuly 25, 2026
Bill Sniffin: This Crazy U. S. House Race Is Historical For Its $20 Million Cost
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "The real wild card in this race will be if President Donald Trump endorses someone. If so, it could be Friess, whose family is close to the president. Trump endorsed Steve’s dad back in 2018 in that race."
Bill SniffinJuly 18, 2026
Bill Sniffin: July’s Parades Are Coming Out Parties For Our Wyoming Politicians
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Early in the year, most politicians operate in obscurity. But once July’s parade season hits, political competition rises to the top of favorite activities.”
Bill SniffinJuly 11, 2026
Bill Sniffin: Data Centers And Nuclear Plants – Wyoming Is The Envy Of The World
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Right now, three of the hottest sectors in America's economy are data centers, advanced nuclear energy, and robotics. Wyoming is batting .667. We are becoming a national leader in data centers and advanced nuclear power."
Bill SniffinJuly 04, 2026