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Lander: A Microcosm Of Wyoming’s Growing Pains
Like many cities and towns across Wyoming, Lander residents are choosing up sides when it comes to zoning changes proposed for their communities.
Bill SniffinSeptember 04, 2020
Texas Family Searching For Missing Man Last Seen In Laramie
A Texas family is searching for a missing mentally disabled man who was last seen in Laramie in early August.
September 04, 2020
Wyoming Economic Indicators Up from May, Still Down From 2019
The indicators that point to Wyomings economic health improved slightly in June from May, but the states economic health remains worse than it was one year ago, according to a state report.
September 04, 2020
Study: Wyoming’s Favorite Snack Is Doritos
A recent study uncovered that Wyoming does have a favorite snack, and it's apparently Doritos chips, although it wasn't clear if Wyomingites preferred nacho cheese, cool ranch or another particular flavor.
September 04, 2020
28 New Coronavirus Cases in Wyoming; 608 Active
The Wyoming Department of Health said 28 new laboratory-confirmed and probable cases were reported on Thursday.
September 04, 2020
Gordon Releases Study Showing Benefits Of Coal Plant Retrofit
Equipping some Rocky Mountain Power coal-fired generating plants with carbon capture technology would provide greater benefits than simply retiring the plants as the company plans, according to a study released Thursday.
September 03, 2020
Liz Cheney on Nancy Pelosi Hair Salon Scandal: “Hairpocrisy!”
Liz Cheney jumped on Nancy Pelosi's claim that she was 'set-up' by a salon owner.
September 03, 2020
Due to Coronavirus, Wyoming Penitentiary Prisoners Let Out Of Cells 15 Minutes A Day
Inmates at the Wyoming State Penitentiary are on lockdown but are let out of their cells once a day for 15 minutes for a phone call or a shower.
September 03, 2020
Barrasso: Pelosi ‘Coronavirus Bill’ Sends Money to Illegal Immigrants & ‘Environmental Justice’
John Barrasso said Nancy Pelosi & Chuck Schumer's so-called coronavirus package (which costs $3 trillion) includes direct payments to illegal immigrants and for 'environmental justice'
September 03, 2020
Boneless Chicken Wing Protestor ‘Excited’ Relabeling Could Actually Happen
Ander Christensen said he believes the relabeling of boneless chicken wings is a reality and he's excited by it.
September 03, 2020
Wyoming Wildlife Webcam Shows Moose, Elk, Deer (Sadly No Bears) In Action
The Game & Fish Department released a compilation video of their trailcam that captured moose, deer, elk and other animals in the Snowy Range.
September 03, 2020
Don Day Wyoming Weather: 40 Degrees Below Normal, Snow Could Be In Forecast
Get ready for a rollercoaster of extremes. First, desert heat will blast Wyoming followed by freezing temperatures and snow.
September 03, 2020
In-Person Classes At UW On Hold After COVID Cases Increase
The University of Wyoming has paused its plan for returning to in-person classes due to the surge of active coronavirus cases among its community this week, the university announced late Wednesday.
September 03, 2020
Gordon on Good Morning America: Wyoming Handling Coronavirus Well
Gordon told the Good Morning America audience that Wyoming has handled the coronavirus well, is open for business, but is concerned about the budget.
September 03, 2020
Ray Hunkins: Mountain West Conference Punts On Football Season — Who Called The Play?
The service academies are playing. BYU is playing. Even our Wyoming high schools are playing. The PAC 12 however, under the firm influence of California, Oregon and Washington and the politicians who run those states, opted not to play.
Ray HunkinsSeptember 02, 2020
Yellowstone’s Biggest Road Fuel Spill in Nearly 20 Years Still Not Cleaned Up
The largest fuel spill in nearly 20 years has caused a road in Yellowstone to remain closed.
September 02, 2020
621 Active Coronavirus Cases Reported In Wyoming Wednesday
Thirteen Wyoming counties reported new laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus on Wednesday to push the number of active cases in the state up by two.
September 02, 2020
Over 200 Lander Citizens Turn Out For Zoning Discussion
Some 225 Lander citizens jammed the towns community center to comment on a proposal to change zoning in the community to allow for more short-term rentals.
Bill SniffinSeptember 02, 2020
Minnesota Man Dies From Coronavirus After Attending Sturgis
A Minnesota man who attended the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally this year has died from the coronavirus.
September 02, 2020
Lincoln, Nebraska Citizen Calls on City To Rename “Boneless Chicken Wings”
A local citizen said by changing the name of boneless chicken wings, Lincoln, Neb. could be a "social leader in this country."
September 02, 2020
National Weather Service Says Cheyenne’s 2020 Summer Was Hottest On Record
The National Weather Service has confirmed Cheyenne had its hottest summer ever recorded this year (because it's 2020).
September 02, 2020
Wyoming Ranked 49th Worst States To Work In During Pandemic
Wyoming ranked 49th of 52 states and territories (the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico were included in the report) of Oxfam's Best States to Work In analysis.
September 02, 2020
47 UW Students Quarantined After Being Exposed To COVID
In the wake of parties that left 47 University of Wyoming students quarantined after coming in contact with the coronavirus, the university is cracking down on student parties where attendees fail to observe COVID-19 precautions.
September 02, 2020
Dave Simpson: Ready For The Times To Get Better
The News from Lake Wobegon, about folks retiring from farming and moving into town, featured a story about a kindly aunt who secretly smoked starting a fire smoking in an outhouse. It was put out by her nephew, in a manner men are equipped to do, keeping her secret.
Dave SimpsonSeptember 01, 2020