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Kanye holds ‘Sunday Service’ in Cody
One of Codys newest residents introduced himself to the community on Sunday with a Sunday Service attended by thousands.
September 24, 2019
Excavate an artifact at Gillette’s “Archaeology Fair”
Some hands-on experience with archaeology awaits those who visit Gillettes Rockpile Museum this weekend.
September 24, 2019
Ransomware attack still affecting Campbell County Health
A ransomware virus attack on Campbell County Health continued to plague its computer network, causing disruptions in service to Campbell County Hospital and connected systems on Monday.
September 24, 2019
Cody marks 38th annual western arts celebration
More than 107 artists had their work displayed in Cody recently as the community celebrated its 38th annual Rendezvous Royale, a week-long celebration of western art.
September 23, 2019
The Nature of Conflict: Managing Wildlife Damage
I spent last week in our nation's capital, one of 20 citizens from around the country gathered to serve on the national advisory committee for USDA Wildlife Services. The committees job is to provide recommendations to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Purdue, on policies and program issues necessary to manage damage caused by depredating wildlife to safeguard our nation's resources and safeguard public health and safety. Since Wildlife Services is tasked with resolving wildlife conflicts, much of what we discussed was about conflict.
Cat UrbigkitSeptember 23, 2019
Longtime sports reporter joins Game and Fish
Longtime Wyoming sports reporter Robert Gagliardi has left the world of newspapers for a position with the state Game and Fish Department.
September 22, 2019
Ransomware attack shuts down computer network at Campbell County Health
A ransomware virus shut down the Campbell County Health computer system on Friday, forcing the Campbell County Memorial Hospital to direct incoming emergency patients to other facilities, according to the health systems website.
September 21, 2019
Honoring the unclaimed: US Veterans’ remains laid to rest In Evansville
The unclaimed cremated remains of 23 United States soldiers were interred with full military honors at the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery in Evansville this week.
September 20, 2019
Four Wyoming school districts approve policies allowing teachers to arm themselves
Of the 48 school districts in Wyoming, four have adopted policies allowing staff to carry firearms on school district property, and a fifth district is considering the option.
September 19, 2019
Revenue Committee looks again at corporate income tax
A legislative committee is once again studying a proposal to impose an income tax on so-called big box stores.
September 18, 2019
September Song: One Shot memories remind why I love this month so much
To me, September in Wyoming means it is time for the annual One Shot Antelope Hunt in Lander, Wyoming.
Bill SniffinSeptember 18, 2019
Top singer-songwriters to compete in Ten Sleep
Fans of Wyoming music will want to be in Ten Sleep this weekend for the states second annual Singer-Songwriter Competition.
September 17, 2019
Crowds gather for Cheyenne’s second Chey-Fy Comic Expo
Several hundred people gathered at Cheyennes historic Plains Hotel last weekend to take part in the citys second Chey-Fy Comic Expo.
September 17, 2019
Not To Be Critical, But Let’s Try Critical Thinking: From fast fashion to landlocked public lands, the devil is in the details.
Im a news hound, and when I come across a topic that interests me, I try to read about that topic from a variety of news sources in attempt to see a range of perspectives. I read news from major media in the United States, Europe, Russia, and Turkey on a regular basis. Every few days I hear or read statements that give me pause. I am routinely perplexed at reporters allowing these statements to go unchallenged not even questioning the veracity of the claims being made.
Cat UrbigkitSeptember 16, 2019
‘Shootout’ challenge reflects Shoshoni’s can-do spirit
Like a challenge delivered out of the Old West, a shootout at high noon was held Saturday in Shoshoni, Wyoming.
September 15, 2019
Go Pokes! A historic UW photo for a football team on the way to a historic season?
Go Pokes: As the University of Wyoming (2-0) gets ready to take on Idaho today, here is an earlier UW team from 1905 (some 114 years ago) showing a group of tough young men surrounded by their fans and other supporters.
September 14, 2019
Yellowjackets are carnivores – they don’t want you; they want your barbecued steak!
This time of year a yellowish bee-type critter and its buddies swarm down on you just as you sit down to eat a newly barbecued steak. Or hamburger. Or chicken.
Bill SniffinSeptember 14, 2019
Elk hunting outlook good, deer hunting ‘mixed bag,’ says G&F report
Fall is in the air and its the time of year when hunters around Wyoming are finalizing their plans for a successful hunting season. The Wyoming Game & Fish Department has prepared a fall forecast of its eight regions to make planning much easier.
September 13, 2019
Tolling I-80 could prevent potholes, but proposed bill has rough road ahead
A toll proposed for Interstate 80 traffic could help the Wyoming Department of Transportation reduce the $41.5 million yearly funding deficit for maintaining the corridor, but not everyone is on board.
September 12, 2019
Airmen urge service members to lean on fellow ‘wingmen’ for suicide prevention
As the U.S. Air Force reports that suicides among airmen have increased in 2019, two women serving at Cheyennes F.E. Warren Air Force Base are urging service members to rely on their wingmen for help when they are hurting.
September 11, 2019
“A Plane Just Hit the Pentagon!” – A Wyomingite’s Memories From the White House on 9/11
Working in the White House on September 11 doesnt change the tragedy of the event but makes it surreal.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 11, 2019
For adventure close at hand, Cheyenne residents hike or bike Hidden Falls
Curt Gowdy State Park offers Cheyenne residents and visitors from northern Colorado a great escape that's just minutes from the capital city.
September 11, 2019
Lander celebrates fruit-filled heritage with ‘Apple City Festival’
Its not widely known that Lander once was once such a leading producer of apples that it earned the nickname of Wyomings Apple City.
September 10, 2019
Peterson: A cautionary tale from 27 years of public service
We need to be better than this, Wyoming. Media with an agenda other than fair reporting is dangerous. Unions that control elections are dangerous. We should protect openness, transparency, honesty and integrity to our political process. And certainly, the more knowledge we have, the better we are all served.
September 10, 2019