Headlines
Explore a chronological display of Cowboy State Daily’s articles.
News
Travel Troubles
For all the international travel Ive been fortunate to experience, Ive had amazingly good luck. But that luck had to run out, and my trip to Canada last week was the time.
Cat UrbigkitJanuary 13, 2020
Bill Sniffin Named Publisher of Cowboy State Daily
Long-time Wyoming journalist Bill Sniffin was named publisher of Cowboy State Daily at a board meeting on January 6. He succeeds the sites founder, Annaliese Wiederspahn.
January 13, 2020
Cody Airport Registers Record Year
Its been a banner year for the Cody Airport. For the first time in its history, Yellowstone Regional Airport was the host to over 41,000 departing passengers in 2019.
Wendy CorrJanuary 13, 2020
Nanobots, Fossil Fuel Issues, and the End of Work as We Know It
Futurist Jeff Wacker says the future of work could be the biggest issue of the 21st century. Automation, unique robots including microscopic nanobots, and Artificial Intelligence will continue to erode the job market. I have a friend who says we will always need people to keep the robots running really? We already have robots that repair other robots.
Bill SniffinJanuary 12, 2020
Wind, Winter Storm Force Grand Teton to Delay Mountain Goat Cull
Several days of wind and snow in western Wyoming forced National Park Service officials to delay plans to eradicate non-native mountain goats in Grand Teton National Park
January 12, 2020
CREG: Latest Wyoming Revenue Estimate Shows $48 Million Drop
Wyoming legislators will have $48 million less to spend over the next two years than originally believed, according to a report issued Friday.
January 11, 2020
Golden Globes: Taking Our Licks From Hollywood
PEACOCKS: The annual award show season always good for a horse laugh out here in Deepest Frozen-Tundra Flyover Country - kicked off last week with the Golden Globe Awards.
Dave SimpsonJanuary 11, 2020
Arizona Bowl was Wyoming Triumph, but also for Tuscon Local Charities
The Cowboys scored a 38-17 win over Georgia State of the Sun Belt Conference on the field, but thats not all. Some 10,000 Brown and Gold clad fans helped propel Tucson Bowl beer sales to a new record.
January 11, 2020
Wyo Tech School Founder Eric Trowbridge to Speak at National Tech Summit
Eric Trowbridge, the founder of a Cheyenne technology school aimed at introducing students to computer programming, plans to tell attendees at a national technology conference that technology can work in rural America. Trowbridge, founder and CEO of the Array Technology and Design School, will be one of the speakers at the Silicon Slopes Tech Summit…
January 10, 2020
Former Wyoming Governor Matt Mead joins Cheyenne law firm
Former Wyoming Governor Matt Mead has joined a Cheyenne law firm as a partner, the firm announced Thursday. Mead, a Republican who served two terms as Wyomings governor, has joined the law firm of Hathaway & Kunz. The firm, in a news release, said Mead would continue his work to diversify Wyomings economy by bringing…
January 09, 2020
Wyo State Representative: America First Means Bringing Troops Home, Not Starting Another ‘Forever War’
With tensions high in the Middle East, now is the time to increase efforts to bring U.S. troops home, according to Wyoming State Representative Tyler Lindholm who has been a vocal supporter of ending military involvement in the region.
January 09, 2020
How Private Weather Companies Work with the National Weather Service
Ever wonder how private weather entities like Wyoming's DayWeather or AccuWeather works with the National Weather Service?
January 08, 2020
Hurricane Winds Can’t Stop Commercial Air Service From Cheyenne to Dallas
With local, state, and federal help, a brand new terminal had been built in Cheyenne for what appeared to be non-existent airlines. It was seemingly a Wyoming version of the famous Alaska bridge to nowhere.
Bill SniffinJanuary 08, 2020
How the Wyoming Legislature builds the state budget: A primer
On Feb. 10, the 2020 Budget Session of the Wyoming Legislature officially begins, one that could be somber and frustrating -- considering Gov. Mark Gordon has told lawmakers that after mandated expenses they only have around $23.5 million to play with.
January 07, 2020
Shoshoni to host annual all-women’s rabbit hunt on Saturday
A longtime all-womens hunting competition will enter its 41st year on Saturday as teams take part in the Wyoming Womens 5-Shot Rabbit Hunt near Shoshoni.
January 07, 2020
The Value of Rural Subdivisions
Rural subdivisions suffer from love/hate status. While many residents hate to see fragmentation of rural land, many other people dream of living on a few acres outside of town.
Cat UrbigkitJanuary 06, 2020
Former Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal Portrait Unveiled
Former Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal joined family and friends on Friday to be presented his official portrait.
January 06, 2020
Historian publishes book about Nimitz visit to Cody
A Cody historian has turned his attention to a visit to the area by a famous World War II naval officer.
Wendy CorrJanuary 05, 2020
Actual Capitol remodel costs just higher than estimates
After nearly two decades of setting aside funds and working on design and construction, renovations to the state Capitol and Herschler State Office Building are nearly complete, a Wyoming State Construction Department spokesperson said.
January 04, 2020
Group opposing death penalty opens Wyoming chapter
An organization made up of political conservatives seeking an end to the death penalty opened a chapter in Wyoming this week.
January 03, 2020
Welcome to Carbon County ‘Get Your West On!’
Carbon County is 7,897 square miles from the mountains to the deserts. It is known for its rich natural resources, gorgeous mountains, scenic vistas and pristine rivers and streams.
January 03, 2020
West’s influence on Cody grows
The influence of rapper Kanye West on the community of Cody continues to grow after his purchase of a ranch in Park County.
Wendy CorrJanuary 02, 2020
Looking ahead: What 2020 will mean for Cowboy State
I can see clearly now the year 2020 will emerge as one of the most important years in Wyomings history as various trends emerge.
Bill SniffinJanuary 01, 2020
President Donald Trump swept Wyoming in 2016: Will 2020 be a redux?
In 2016, President Donald Trump cruised to victory in Wyoming, winning around 70 percent of the popular vote and every county except Teton one of the highest victory margins in the country. Will 2020 be any different?
January 01, 2020