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347 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Tuesday; 314 Recoveries, 2,949 Active
The state reported 347 new laboratory-confirmed and 160 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 2,949 active cases.
August 25, 2021
Teton County Considering New Mask Order Due To Rising COVID Cases
The Teton County health officer is considering implementing a new mask order due to rising coronavirus cases in the area, officials announced Tuesday.
August 24, 2021
Wyoming Lawmakers Mourn Death Of Longtime Legislative Doorman
Legislative leaders and lawmakers are expressing sorrow over the death of a longtime doorman for the state Legislature, who died of coronavirus complications late last week even though he had been vaccinated against the illness.
August 24, 2021
Jimmy Orr: Slavery and Sodomy, The Perils of Spell-Check
Editor Jimmy Orr writes: "Spellcheck nearly cost me my job at the White House. I will forever be skeptical."
August 24, 2021
Gordon Says He Strongly Opposes Federal Vaccine Mandates
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon told Cowboy State Daily that he will "strongly oppose" any federal vaccine mandate.
August 24, 2021
Dave Simpson: Forget The Bear, Fear The Black Flies
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "The breaking news from my little patch of woods high in the Snowy Range of Wyoming is that a black bear made off with my neighbor's six pack of Miller Lite beer last Friday."
Dave SimpsonAugust 24, 2021
What Is The Price of Tomatoes In Texas?
By reader request, we decided to find out how much tomatoes cost in Texas.
August 24, 2021
South Dakota Gov. Noem Promises To Fight Any Possible Federal Vaccine Mandate
Despite the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approving the Pfizer vaccine on Monday, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem will not stand for any vaccine mandates in her state.
August 23, 2021
Jimmy Orr: The COVID Vaccine and The Price of Tomatoes in Texas
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Jimmy OrrAugust 23, 2021
1% Of University Of Wyoming Students, Employees Test Positive For COVID
A total of 42 University of Wyoming students and employees so far have tested positive for COVID-19 in required testing to start the fall semester, with a test positivity rate of 1.2%.
August 23, 2021
COLUMN: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Volunteer Directors React To Patagonia Rejection
Members of the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Board of Directors spoke out about Patagonia's decision to remove its apparel from the ski resort.
August 23, 2021
Rod Miller: Confused About Ivermectin? Ask Me, Doctor Cowboy
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "If you or someone you know is concerned enough about the Covid vaccine and puts more trust in bovine medicine, then you should see a professional. Call up a cowboy like me."
Rod MillerAugust 23, 2021
Worland Man’s Pumpkin Now 1,300 Pounds; Aiming For State Record
Jay Richard's largest pumpkin is now 1,304 pounds. With a month or so to go, he thinks he can break the Wyoming record.
August 23, 2021
Search Continues For Casper Man Missing Since June
His family fears that Schroeder is in danger, his sisters said, and they are gravely worried about his safety and ask the public for help.
August 23, 2021
Wyo Dept Of Health Calls Pfizer FDA Approval “A Step Forward”
The Wyoming Department of Health called the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approval of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine "a step forward" on Monday.
August 23, 2021
Wyoming Unemployment Rate Down Sharply in July
Wyomings unemployment rate dropped sharply in July as more people took seasonal jobs in the states leisure and hospitality and construction industries, according to a state report.
August 23, 2021
Moose Calf Rescued From Burned Out Basement, Reunited With Mother
A moose calf was rescued from a burned out basement and reunited with its mother in northern Colorado late last week, officials announced Monday.
August 23, 2021
Woman Breaks Fremont Lake Open Swim Record
Five hours, 5 minutes and 10 seconds after plunging into the lake on Monday, Aug. 2, Book completed the swim across one of the countrys oldest, and deepest, lakes. She beat Rules record by nearly 25 minutes.
August 23, 2021
Powell’s Used Fire Trucks Are A Hard Sell
Unfortunately, even if the vehicles were sitting out front with a for sale sign in the window, used equipment is a hard sell.
August 23, 2021
Jackson Woman Gets 15-20 Years In Fatal New Year’s Day Wreck Of Pinedale Man
After hearing from defendant Jade S. Jewkes herself and from family and friends of the Pinedale man she killed, 9th District Court Judge Marv Tyler sentenced Jewkes to 15 to 20 years in prison.
August 23, 2021
Bill Sniffin: Liz Cheney Is Putting Wyoming In National Media Spotlight
Bill Sniffin writes: "Both 60 Minutes and USA Today were doing major pieces on Liz Cheney last week because of her continued bashing of former President Trump."
Bill SniffinAugust 23, 2021
AARP Scam Alert: Car Warranty Scams
While extended warranties might be a sensible investment for some, its a product that you should research rather than react to, and only with verified and trustworthy sources.
August 23, 2021
Wyoming Counties That Backed Trump Have Lower Vaccination Rates
Following a national trend, Wyoming counties that had the lowest vaccination rates had the strongest support for former President Trump.
August 23, 2021
408 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Friday; 392 Recoveries, 2,781 Active
The state reported 408 new laboratory-confirmed and 113 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 2,781 active cases.
August 23, 2021