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Nine More COVID Deaths Bring Wyoming’s Total to 691
Nine more coronavirus-related deaths among Wyoming residents who tested positive for COVID-19 have been confirmed, according to the Wyoming Department of Health.
March 09, 2021
Taking Another Dig at Cheney, Donald Trump Jr. Supports Runoff Elections In Wyoming
Donald Trump Jr. has voiced his support for a new bill in the Wyoming Legislature that would create runoff elections in the state.
March 09, 2021
Sweetwater County Detective Appears on True Crime Podcast to Discuss Missing Person Case
A Sweetwater County detective made an appearance on a true crime podcast this week to discuss a 2018 missing person case.
March 09, 2021
Wyoming Supreme Court: Conviction Of Man Caught With 127 Pounds Of Pot Upheld
The conviction of a man who was arrested in 2019 with more than 120 pounds of marijuana in the car he was driving was upheld Tuesday by Wyomings Supreme Court.
March 09, 2021
Two Side-By-Side Rec Vehicles Crash Through Ice At Buffalo Bill Reservoir in Park County
Two side-by-side recreational vehicles crashed through the ice on the Buffalo Bill Reservoir this weekend, prompting the Park County Sheriff's Office to remind everyone about proper ice recreation safety.
March 09, 2021
“Big Brother” Concerns Over Traffic Cameras Nearly Doom Teton Pass Bill
A bill which would allow traffic cameras to catch truckers who illegally use Teton Pass is still alive after killing an amendment which would have allowed cameras in construction zones.
March 09, 2021
Jonathan Lange: ‘No Such Thing As A Free (School) Lunch’ – Let’s Get Wyoming Education Right
Columnist Jonathan Lange writes: "Parents, in cooperation with legislators should work to reject progressive harms that have become baked into current law. As the governor said, Wyoming needs to respond.
Jonathan LangeMarch 09, 2021
Wyo Legislator Says Budget Cuts Near Half Billion Needed
A supplemental state budget that reflects cuts of almost $450 million in state spending must be adopted to put the state in good fiscal condition
March 09, 2021
Natrona County Health Officer: “Whatever Vaccine You Can Get, Get It”
The Natrona County health officer encouraged anyone who was eligible to obtain a coronavirus vaccine to get it as soon as they could, and noted all three vaccines were equal in their risk minimization.
March 09, 2021
110 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Monday; 458 Active
Wyoming Department of Health figures showed that the department received new reports of 213 recoveries among those with confirmed or probable cases Monday
March 09, 2021
Wyoming Supreme Court: Sex Offender Must Continue To Register In 1994 Conviction
A man who was required to register as a sex offender because of a change in state law must continue to register even though his conviction occurred more than 25 years ago, Wyomings Supreme Court has ruled.
March 08, 2021
Shooting in Cheyenne Leaves 14-Year-Old Dead and 13-Year-Old Arrested
An apparent overnight shooting in Cheyenne left a 14-year-old male dead and a 13-year-old male arrested.
March 08, 2021
2020 Was Grand Teton National Park’s Fourth-Best Year In History
Grand Teton National Park had one of its best years in recorded history last year, despite the coronavirus pandemic closing the park for nearly two months.
March 08, 2021
Senate President Dockstader Clarifies He Was Not Attacked by House Members
During a light minute on the floor of the Wyoming State Senate on Monday, President Dockstader explained that the mark on his forehead was not because he was attacked by members of the House.
March 08, 2021
Sheriffs Say Gun Rights Bill Will Make Crime Fighting Tougher
All of Wyomings 23 sheriffs object to a bill designed to limit the ability of the federal government to regulate firearms.
March 08, 2021
Gordon Removes Wyoming Mask Mandate
As of March 16, the Wyoming statewide mask mandate and restrictions on bars, restaurants, theaters and gyms will be lifted, Gov. Mark Gordon announced Monday.
March 08, 2021
Lummis, Barrasso Oppose $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief Bill
Both of Wyoming's senators have opposed the latest coronavirus relief bill that was approved by the U.S. Senate over the weekend.
March 08, 2021
Cowboys 2021 Football Schedule Announced — Adjustments Could be Made for TV
Wyoming's 2021 football season was announced on Saturday.
Tracy RingolsbyMarch 08, 2021
Marti Halverson: I Strongly Oppose a Convention of States
Guest columnist Marti Halverson writes: "Our current Constitution is pretty darn near perfect. I dont think it needs amending."
March 08, 2021
Rod Miller: The Model Is In Your Hand
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "Maybe we DO need a statute that codifies our constitution with regard to civil rights. Thats a sad commentary on us, though. It means that we either dont know what our constitution says on the matter, or else we dont believe in it enough to act accordingly."
Rod MillerMarch 07, 2021
John Barrasso Supports Liz Cheney’s Re-Election
Barrasso said despite differences regarding the Trump impeachment, he was supportive of Liz Cheney's re-election.
March 07, 2021
John Barrasso: “I Am Going to Continue To Wear A Mask”
Appearing on "Meet The Press" Sunday, Sen. Barrasso emphasized the importance of wearing a mask and getting vaccinated.
March 07, 2021
69 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Friday; 532 Active
Wyomings active coronavirus cases increased by 10 on Friday as the states reported the recoveries exceeded the new cases
March 06, 2021
Rock Springs Man Arrested By SWAT After Allegedly Attacking Girlfriend
A Rock Springs man is in custody Friday afternoon after a tactical team was sent to his home due to a domestic disturbance.
March 05, 2021