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Wildlife biologists examine a mountain lion during research into the interactions between mountain lions and wolves in Yellowstone National Park.

Why Scientists Doped Up Mountain Lions And Climbed Down Trees With Them In Yellowstone

Faced with the quandary of how to get mountain lions out of trees for scientific analysis, researchers dosed them with ketamine, then climbed up to place harnesses on the still-conscious cats. “It’s definitely a little wild," one of the scientists said.

Mark HeinzFebruary 28, 2026

Pete’s Roc N Rye used to a popular stop near Evanston on the old Lincoln Highway. Now it’s abandoned and slowly fading, more of a “wonder what that was” for passing motorists. But longtime locals still have fond memories of the place.

Pete’s, Now Abandoned, Was An Iconic Evanston-Area Bar On Old Lincoln Highway

Pete’s Roc N Rye Club used to a popular stop near Evanston on the old Lincoln Highway. Now it’s abandoned and slowly fading, more of a “wonder what that was” for passing motorists. But longtime locals still have fond memories of the place.

Dale KillingbeckFebruary 28, 2026

Former Rawlins Mayor Everett Mann on his 101st birthday at Cappy's Restaurant.

At 101, Former Rawlins Mayor, WW II Veteran And Candy Lover Is Living A Sweet Life

Everett Mann is a former mayor of Rawlins, a World War II veteran where he earned two Purple Hearts, and just celebrated his 101st birthday. He admits to being an optimist and said that the secret of his longevity "is eat everything you want … including candy.”

Dale KillingbeckFebruary 28, 2026

A widespread bacteria called "soap scum" grows in Yellowstone National Park's thermal pools that on the surface doesn't seem that unique. Ongoing studies into this complex organism are revealing that how it survives might also help humanity survive.

How Yellowstone's 'Soap Scum' Bacteria Could Change The World

A widespread bacteria called "soap scum" grows in Yellowstone National Park's thermal pools that on the surface doesn't seem that unique. Ongoing studies into this complex organism are revealing that how it survives might also help humanity survive.

Andrew RossiFebruary 28, 2026

The Teton County Republican Party Chair Kat Rueckert and Rebecca Bextel at the Wyoming Republican Party's quarterly Central Committee meeting Saturday at Little America in Cheyenne. At one point during the meeting, Rueckert turned to the media and suggested they cover Wyoming’s connection to the Epstein files instead of CheckGate.

No CheckGate Reckoning At Wyoming GOP Meeting As Leaders Blast Media, Gordon

There was no dealing with the so-called “CheckGate” controversy at Saturday’s state GOP Central Committee meeting. Instead, party leaders blamed the media for its coverage and redirected attention on Gov. Mark Gordon’s campaign spending.

David MadisonFebruary 28, 2026

A petition has hundreds of signatures calling for Cheyenne to remove is Flock license plate cameras because they invade privacy. The city's police department says the 23 cameras are solving cases and catching criminals. Here, a camera can be seen in the upper left on a traffic light crossbar at the interseciton of Del Range Boulevard and Windmill Drive.

Privacy Advocates Trying To Get Flock License Plate Cams In Cheyenne Removed

The license plate of a vehicle involved in a carjacking in Colorado turned up in Cheyenne last weekend. That's because a Flock camera picked up the license plate number. Privacy advocates, however, don't like it and are trying to get them removed.

Kate MeadowsFebruary 28, 2026

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Bill Sniffin: Everybody Has A Smelly Dumpster-Diving Story, Right? Here Is Ours

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “On a hot summer day in a picnic area next to Flaming Gorge, my wife and I found ourselves digging through garbage in dumpsters. Yikes.”

Bill SniffinFebruary 28, 2026

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Joan Barron: Call The Midwife - If You Can Find One

Columnist Joan Barron writes, “Only 26 certified professional midwives are currently licensed in Wyoming. And only six are held by Wyoming residents.”

Joan BarronFebruary 28, 2026

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Guest Column: Wyoming Voters Want Solutions — Not Political Theater

Rep. Landon Brown writes, "Some members aligned with the Wyoming Freedom Caucus continue to frame nearly every public investment as 'welfare.' That argument may sound good for national talking points, but falls apart when those that scream are exposed."

Guest ColumnFebruary 28, 2026

A looming wave of huge Wyoming data centers, a nuclear plant and military upgrades is colliding with an already severe plumber shortage, driving wages sky-high. The crunch comes with new “earn while you learn” jobs.

Wyoming’s Plumber Shortage Collides With Massive Data Center Boom

Wyoming's plumber shortage is about to get worse. Already short on plumbers and pipefitters, creating delays for homeowners and businesses, a huge wave of data centers and mega-projects are sweeping into the state, which will require thousands more.

Renée JeanFebruary 28, 2026

Singer, songwriter Michael DeGreve played at Cheyenne's Hitching Post for 30 years

Former Cheyenne Icon Michael DeGreve Battling Terminal Illness, Wants To Create More Music

With a terminal illness tightening its grip, Michael DeGreve, an icon at Cheyenne's Hitching Post for decades, wants to finish his last major work before the music stops. "Some of my best songs I’ve never even recorded. I've got work to do, brother."

Zakary SonntagFebruary 28, 2026

Sweetheart is a longhorn cow that's part of Jeff Ketcham's herd near Cheyenne. On Monday, she gave birth to a calf, keeping her streak of having at least one calf a year for 20 straight years.

Old Reliable: Sweetheart The Longhorn Cow Has Produced 20 Calves In 20 Years

Sweetheart, the longhorn cow, gave birth on Monday to her 20th calf in 20 years. Jeff Ketcham, a rancher near Cheyenne, says not only is Sweetheart reliable but easy to handle. “I’ve never had to pull a calf. I’ve never had to doctor them either," he said.

Kate MeadowsFebruary 28, 2026

A Wyoming Senate committee forwarded a trio of gun bills, including one sponsored by Rep. Jeremy Haroldson, R-Wheatland, that would allow freshmen to carry concealed weapons on campus at the University of Wyoming while upperclassmen would no longer need permits.

Senate Panel Backs Bills Letting 18-Year-Olds Carry Guns On UW Campus

A Wyoming Senate committee forwarded a trio of gun bills Friday, including one that would allow freshmen to carry concealed weapons on campus at the University of Wyoming while upperclassmen would no longer need permits.

Mark HeinzFebruary 27, 2026

Sen. Tara Nethercott on Friday, February 27, 2026

University Of Wyoming Budget Spared (For Now), Biz Council Reined In

Wyoming legislative negotiators drafted a budget Friday that could spare the University of Wyoming from a $40 million cut while funding the Wyoming Business Council for one year instead of two.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 27, 2026

Rep. Kevin Campbell, R-Glenrock

Legislator’s Bill Would Push Wyoming Hydrogen Past California To World Markets

A Glenrock legislator pitched California on using Wyoming natural gas to make virtually CO2-free hydrogen, but was shot down. So, he’s pushing a bill that would allow the state to go past California to world markets.

David MadisonFebruary 27, 2026

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Jonathan Lange: Heartbeat Act Rebuilds What The Court Tore Down

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “During this final week of the 2026 budget session, there is one bill that can begin to rebuild the wall protecting our most vulnerable citizens – HB126.”

Jonathan LangeFebruary 27, 2026

The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office caught 32 illegal immigrant truck drivers this week during a three-day crackdown called “Truck Around and Find Out.” They made 177 stops overall and wrote 51 tickets.

32 Illegal Drivers Turned Over To ICE During 3-Day Laramie County Truck Crackdown

The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office caught 32 illegal immigrant truck drivers this week during a three-day crackdown called “Truck Around and Find Out.” They made 177 stops overall and wrote 51 tickets. "This is a continuing thing for us," the sheriff said.

Greg JohnsonFebruary 27, 2026

Wyoming state House leadership is “looking into” whether a Democratic representative may face consequences after complaints of legislative misconduct were filed, House Speaker Chip Neiman said Friday during a press conference in his office. 

Neiman: House Misconduct Complaints Filed, 'Maybe' Against Provenza, Yin

Discussing 'CheckGate' on Friday, House Speaker Chip Neiman said leadership is "looking into" whether Democratic Rep. Karlee Provenza may face consequences after taking the check-passing scandal to the media. He said complaints have been filed.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 27, 2026

The Thunder Plains mile-long horse racing track will be located 10 miles east of Cheyenne.

Bally’s Corp. Eyes Regional Circuit With Thunder Plains, Wyoming’s First 1-Mile Track

International Bally’s Corporation is taking a majority ownership of Wyoming’s new 1-mile track, Thunder Plains, and aims to open this fall near Cheyenne with a $1.6 million racing purse. Long-term, their vision includes a regional horse-racing circuit.

Renée JeanFebruary 27, 2026

"You tell us what you need, and we'll do it," Sen. Bo Biteman said, describing the administration's posture toward energy. "And if you have any issues or bottlenecks, we need to know, and we'll get rid of those in 24 hours' notice."

"We're Sitting On A Gold Mine": Energy Optimism Overflows At Wyoming Capitol

Lawmakers advanced two bills Friday designed to position Wyoming at the center of America's energy future. Sen. Bo Biteman said the time to act is now as the administration is listening to Wyoming on energy and will get rid of any "issues or bottlenecks."

David MadisonFebruary 27, 2026

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Dennis Sun: Future Looks Bright for Dairy

Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "Higher beef prices and improved genetics are rewriting the dairy industry. Older dairy cows producing milk at higher numbers and producers using young cows to crossbreed with beef genetics, the business has really changed."

Dennis SunFebruary 27, 2026

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