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Military experience translates well into civilian life, say vets
On day one of boot camp, every recruit is taught the values of punctuality, personal grooming and working together, but some lessons gleaned from military experience arent as immediately obvious.
November 10, 2019
Art important to the world, says NEA chair
Making art a part of peoples daily lives is very important to the future, the chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts said during a visit to Cheyenne.
November 09, 2019
Wyoming veterans weigh in on celebrating Veterans Day
Gravesite flowers on Memorial Day, barbecues on Labor Day, social media outrage on Columbus Day most holidays have their traditions. But Veterans Day tends to elude veterans and civilians alike.
November 09, 2019
Proposed increase in alcohol tax rejected by committee
A bill that would have doubled the alcohol taxes in Wyoming was rejected on Wednesday by a legislative committee.
November 07, 2019
Sense of community makes Casper neighborhood one of magazine’s 50 ‘nicest places’
A Casper neighborhood has been identified by Readers Digest magazine as one of the 50 nicest places in America.
November 07, 2019
Hunting with Heroes brings disabled veterans together for healing, outdoor recreation
War is hell, but returning to civilian life can be equally daunting for many military veterans, especially those whose wounds complicate the reintegration process.
November 07, 2019
Gambling is booming under the radar, hurting players, state coffers
Traditionally, Wyoming takes a conservative stance against the gambling industry, but technological innovations and legal gray areas are moving the state closer to its Wild West roots, a state senator said.
November 06, 2019
Bill to authorize nuclear waste storage talks withdrawn
A measure that would have allowed the state to negotiate with the federal government over the possible storage of spent nuclear fuel rods in Wyoming was removed from consideration Tuesday by a legislative committee.
November 06, 2019
State long-term debt is real issue of concern, legislators say
Wyomings short-term revenue and budget problems are not as concerning as the states long-term deficit, according to two members of the Legislatures Joint Appropriations Committee.
November 05, 2019
Art produced in a hurry for a good cause at Worland’s ‘Mammoth Quick Draw’
Art produced in a hurry and sold to benefit community activities will be the big event this weekend at the Mammoth Quick Draw in Worland.
November 05, 2019
Dia de los Muertos at the Wyoming State Museum
In Cheyenne, at the Wyoming State Museum, families came to celebrate Dia de los Muertos this weekend. There was sugar skull cookie decorating, dancers, music, and preparations for the all important ofrenda.
November 04, 2019
The Fallacy of Gold-Standard Predator Research
As a frequent reader of new research on livestock production and carnivore conflicts, I am often reminded of the divide between researchers and practitioners. Papers will explain that research was conducted on sheep, without necessary information about those sheep, which practitioners (livestock producers) know will influence outcomes. For instance, we need to know not just the number of sheep involved, but breed, sex, age, breeding status, etc. because these cohorts may react differently in a given scenario.
Cat UrbigkitNovember 04, 2019
Giant bronze horses created in Cowboy State, headed for Sicily
In a state where the cowboy culture of horses is almost a religion, it was fitting that two of the largest horses in the world were created here.
Bill SniffinNovember 03, 2019
Daylight Saving Time Makes Representative Tired of Changing Clocks
This Sunday at 2 a.m., the clocks get set back one hour to complete the time-honored tradition of daylight saving time.
November 02, 2019
Targets of online vitriol agree: Digital civility is improving
Rep. Tyler Lindholm, R-Sundance, is arguably one of the most active Wyoming politician on social media.
November 01, 2019
Charter schools achieve big scores with small classes
A focused curriculum, targeted tutoring and behavioral adjustments all contribute to the above-average statewide education testing scores posted by two Wyoming charter schools, according to their officials.
October 31, 2019
Although far from the R-word, Wyoming’s economy is slowing
Wyomings economy continues to grow, but its at a slower pace than in the past raising the question of whether a recession is in the near future.
October 30, 2019
Grizzly bears visit Wyoming corn maze, family business works around “reality of recovery”
As Wyomings grizzly bear population continues to grow, the animals are increasingly moving into situations that put them in conflict with humans, according to a state Game and Fish Department official.
Wendy CorrOctober 30, 2019
‘Dia De Los Muertos’ comes to Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
A giant replica of a sugar skull will greet visitors to the Cheyenne Botanic Garden on Friday and Saturday as the facility takes part in the traditional Mexican holiday of Dia De Los Muertos or Day of the Dead.
October 29, 2019
Death penalty repeal supporter sees chance for bill in 2020
A measure aimed at repealing Wyomings death penalty may stand a better chance of winning approval in the Legislatures 2020 session than it has in the past, according to a supporter.
October 29, 2019
Outdoor Recreation & Tourism: A Look at the Numbers
A new report from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis(BEA) shows that outdoor recreation contributes 4.4. percent of Wyomings gross domestic product. Thats something to celebrate, with Wyomings percentage among the highest in the nation, behind only Hawaii, Montana, and Maine.
Cat UrbigkitOctober 28, 2019
What if coal production drops to zero? Legislature looking for new revenues
Coal production in Wyoming has dropped by over 100 million tons in the past decade, and state Sen. Cale Case doesnt think the downward slide is close to finished.
October 28, 2019
Ghost Hunters Investigate Wyoming Territorial Prison
Investigating the paranormal or ghost hunting isnt actually frightening, according to a member of a Colorado paranormal investigation group.
October 26, 2019
Two Millions Reasons To Be Thankful
A Cheyenne tradition of fundraising reached a milestone of giving Thursday.
October 25, 2019