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Wyoming’s Death Rate Significantly Increased In 2020
The death rate in Wyoming increased significantly last year over what was originally expected.
March 26, 2021
UW to Fully Reopen For Fall Semester After Pandemic
For the first time in more than a year, the University of Wyoming will be fully reopened to students, faculty and staff this fall.
March 26, 2021
Lummis, Barrasso Introduce Bill to Delist Grizzlies From Endangered Species List
U.S. Sens. Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso have joined U.S. senators from Idaho and Montana to introduce legislation to delist grizzly bears from the endangered species list.
March 26, 2021
Dennis Sun: Dire Thoughts About That Recent ‘Billion Dollar’ Storm
Columnist Dennis Sun writes: "We really dont need another storm of this magnitude whatever happened to a three-day rain? Storms this time of the year, besides helping the soil moisture, spur activity in the cattle and sheep markets especially in the Great Plains area."
Dennis SunMarch 26, 2021
24 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Thursday; 434 Active
The state reported 24 new laboratory-confirmed and 9 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 434 active cases, down 69 from Wednesday.
March 26, 2021
Despite Historic Snowstorm, Wyoming’s Drought Still Here
Much of Wyoming has been declared a primary natural disaster area by the U.S. Department of Agriculture due to continuing drought conditions.
Wendy CorrMarch 25, 2021
Committee OKs Bill For Ag Promotion Agency
A bill to create a state agency to promote Wyomings agriculture industry through investments and marketing was approved by a House committee on Thursday despite concerns that it would increase the size of government.
March 25, 2021
South Dakota Senator Tells Biden To Grab His Gun, Immediately Faces Backlash
A U.S. senator from South Dakota found himself in hot water on Thursday due to a tweet he directed at President Joe Biden.
March 25, 2021
Park County Search and Rescue Saves Dirt Bike Crash Victim
A Powell man was rescued from rugged terrain in Park County this week after crashing his dirt bike in a remote area over the weekend.
March 25, 2021
Green River Man Arrested After Going on Two-Hour Crime Spree
Steven Rice, 41, was arrested Monday and charged with felony property destruction and five misdemeanors, including battery, theft of less than $1,000, criminal entry and three counts of unauthorized use of a vehicle.
March 25, 2021
Cheyenne Man Arrested for Vehicular Homicide, DUI After Killing Woman In Hit and Run
A Cheyenne man was arrested this week in connection with a hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a woman.
March 25, 2021
Barrasso Blames Biden For Border Disaster Ahead of Texas Trip
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso blamed President Joe Biden and his administration for the immigration crisis happening at the U.S./Mexico border.
March 25, 2021
67 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Wednesday; 503 Active
The state reported 67 new laboratory-confirmed and 21 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 503 active cases, up 58 from Tuesday.
March 24, 2021
Yellowstone Doubles, Triples, Even Quadruples Fishing and Boating Fees
Yellowstone National Park officials on Wednesday announced a fee increase in boating and fishing permits for the 2021 season.
March 24, 2021
Bouchard Gun Bill Passes But Bouchard Votes Against It Stating Amendment Destroyed It
Sen. Anthony Bouchard, the bills primary sponsor, said the amendment destroyed the original intent of the bill by forcing the state to go to court over disputes.
March 24, 2021
Bill Proposing New Sales Tax For Schools Moves to Wyoming Senate
A pair of bills proposing increases in the statewide sales tax being debated in the Wyoming House of Representatives saw divided fortunes Tuesday.
Wendy CorrMarch 24, 2021
UW Professor Helps Identify Jaguar at U.S./Mexico Border
A University of Wyoming professor has helped discover a species of jaguar not seen before in the United States near the Mexican border.
March 24, 2021
Bestiality Bill Passes Wyoming Senate Committee of the Whole
A bill criminalizing the act of bestiality passed through the Wyoming Senate Committee of the Whole this week, making it more likely the bill will become a law by the summer.
March 24, 2021
Wyoming Launches Lawsuit Challenging Biden’s Energy Lockdown
The state of Wyoming filed a lawsuit Wednesday challenging the moratorium on oil and gas leasing on federal land issued by President Joe Biden earlier this year.
March 24, 2021
Landon Brown: Why The Wyoming Legislature Is Effective
Rep. Landon Brown writes: "Please keep in mind, many legislators represent many other people beyond just Republicans in their district."
March 24, 2021
Matt Micheli: “Outrage Is Weakness. It Is The Muting Of Rational Thinking And Triumph Of Emotion.”
Columnist Matt Micheli writes: "Reactive dismissal of new information is indicative of mental weakness. Absorbing new information honestly, even if you dont ultimately change your mind, is a sign of fortitude.
March 24, 2021
Bill Designating “Hank Coe Highway” Advances
A bill that would name a portion of Highway 120 - both north and south of Coes hometown of Cody the Hank Coe Leadership Highway is moving forward.
Wendy CorrMarch 24, 2021
Rusty Rogers: Small Nukes, Rare Earths, Carbon Capture Great Ideas For Wyoming
Guest columnist Rusty Rogers writes: "Lowering taxes and reducing the government footprint on our necks is excellent for the economy. Raising taxes and regulations is bad and never does what the politicians promise it will."
March 24, 2021
House Kills Sales Tax Boost To Help Local Governments
A measure that would have added 1 cent to the statewide sales tax to benefit local governments was killed in the House on Tuesday as representatives agreed it would hurt the ability of towns and counties to tax themselves.
March 24, 2021