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Cheyenne police and the joint Cheyenne Police Department/Laramie County Sheriff's Office SWAT team responded to a standoff at the Bighorn Motel on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026. Harold Wayne Sarvis was eventually arrested, charged with attempted second-degree murder.

Cheyenne Standoff Suspect Accused Of Shooting Homeless Man Over $30 Debt

After arguing with a homeless man named Earl over a $30 debt at a long-term stay motel, a 69-year-old man reportedly told Earl to “die, bitch,” then shot him in the chest Friday. A court affidavit available Wednesday says the encounter was caught on video.

Greg JohnsonJanuary 14, 2026

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Letter To The Editor: Don't Kill The Wyoming Business Council

Dear editor: We have been closely following the actions of the Joint Appropriations Committee regarding its opposition to funding the Wyoming Business Council. We are deeply concerned that the committee is moving too hastily to dismantle a critical asset to Wyoming’s economy and future businesses.

January 14, 2026

This home in Riverton is a little over 2,500 square feet and lists at $387,000.

Letter to the Editor: Wyoming's Budget Debate Misses the Issue

Dear editor: When a young professional in Gillette, Sheridan or Rock Springs can't afford to buy a home because retirees/refugees from California, Colorado etc. have driven up prices, we're watching our future leave the state (me being one of them).

January 14, 2026

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Letter To The Editor: Cheatgrass Is Nothing New But It Wasn't Addressed Properly

Dear editor: Maybe we should research holistic methods and not just throw more money and chemicals at it, especially when money in Wyoming is at the forefront of all talks right now.

January 14, 2026

The CEO of a tribal health clinic and a state lawmaker voiced concern Wednesday over a legislative committee’s push to block $58 million in federal money. The denial, which is not final, was part of a slew of proposed Wyoming Department of Health cuts. Rep. Ken Pendergraft, R-Sheridan, proposed the cut.

Blocking $58 Million For Tribal Clinic Could Cost Wyoming More Than It Saves

The CEO of a tribal health clinic and a state lawmaker voiced concern Wednesday over a legislative committee’s push to block $58 million in federal money. The denial, which is not final, was part of a slew of proposed Wyoming Department of Health cuts.

Clair McFarlandJanuary 14, 2026

Two coyotes square off in an aggressive display over who gets access to a bison carcass in Yellowstone National Park. It’s for show, experts say, coyotes don’t get into violent fights with each other.

Yellowstone Coyotes Square Off In Aggressive Standoff Biologists Say Is All Show

Two coyotes in standoff over a bison carcass in Yellowstone National Park arched their backs, raised their paws and bared their teeth so aggressively it might be easy to assume they were ready to rip each other apart. Biologists say it’s all for show.

Mark HeinzJanuary 14, 2026

Yellowstone superintendent Cam Sholly addresses the crowd gathered for the public meeting on the new North Entrance Road into Yellowstone National Park. Sholly encouraged their comments and criticisms, saying the decisions made today will "extend beyond any of our lifetimes."

Yellowstone Could Spend $300M Rebuilding North Entrance Road Washed Out By Flood

Yellowstone is considering three permanent routes to replace its flood-damaged North Entrance Road, with a hybrid “center alignment” emerging as the preferred option. The $250 million to $300 million project could take five to nine years to build.

Andrew RossiJanuary 14, 2026

Orah Garst, head coach of the Campbell County High School football program in Gillette, was terminated in November for a profanity-laced outburst aimed at a player.

Gillette Coach Fired After Profanity-Laced Outburst At Player Cleared By State Board

The former Campbell County High football coach fired in November for a profanity-laced outburst aimed at a player has been cleared by the state board that licenses teachers and coaches. Orah Garst says he’s grateful and wants to coach again.

Greg JohnsonJanuary 14, 2026

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BLM Officer Charged With Murder In Lander Bar Fight

A field officer for the federal Bureau of Land Management was charged Tuesday with second-degree murder, on claims he choked a man to death in a Lander bar fight.

Clair McFarlandJanuary 14, 2026

Cheyenne City Councilman Lawrence Wolfe, left, was cut off by others on the council Monday when he started questioning Caleb Wilkins, inset, about litigation he's involved in against the city. Wilkins had just finished giving public comment on the issue of expanding administrative warrants.

‘This Is Textbook Overreach’: Cheyenne Council Blasted Over Inspection Warrants

Cheyenne City Council on Monday sat through hours of residents blasting them over administrative warrants to inspect homes and businesses. “This is textbook overreach” one local said before the council voted 6-3 to approve the ordinance’s second reading.

Greg JohnsonJanuary 14, 2026

Canada geese can rush in during early spring and hog prime high-elevation nesting sites from raptors, like osprey.

Geese Steal Osprey Nests, Forcing The Birds To Risk Electrocution

Canada geese sometimes hog elevated nesting platforms from osprey in Wyoming. So, the ospreys try building nests on powerline poles instead — and get electrocuted.

Mark HeinzJanuary 13, 2026

State Sen. Ogden Driskill, R-Devils Tower (left), and Ken Pendergraft, R-Sheridan (right)

Wyoming Lawmakers Propose Cutting Governor's Budget To UW By $61 Million

The Joint Appropriations Committee on Tuesday voted to reduce the governor’s recommended state budget for the University of Wyoming by nearly $61 million. State Sen. Ogden Driskill opposed the action calling them "spiteful and vindictive."

Clair McFarlandJanuary 13, 2026

A Russian snowmobiler fell 15 feet off a bridge near the Wyoming-Montana line and was badly hurt. Nearby rescue teams training close by airlifted him quickly, saving his life.

Snowmobiler Rescued After Plunging Off Bridge And Landing In Frozen River

A 40-year-old Russian national who plunged off a bridge after his snowmobile collided with a guardrail is expected to survive after being rescued by a team of emergency responders on the Scenic Beartooth Highway near the Wyoming - Montana border.

Kate MeadowsJanuary 13, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks to members of the Detroit Economic Club at the MotorCity Casino Hotel on January 13, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan.

Letter To The Editor: Enough With The Hypocritical Legal Lecturing, Please

Dear editor: I read with some dismay this morning’s opinion piece dealing with the perceived loss of constitutional guardrails where executive power is concerned. I suspect that a lot of what people find objectionable in our president is his style.

January 13, 2026

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Ken Buck: Mamdani's Socialist Rhetoric vs. Reality

Columnist Ken Buck writes, "Venezuelans have been living under the realities of socialism for over a decade -- hyperinflation, food shortages, human rights abuses... The list goes on and it hardly reads like the 'warm collectivism' articulated by Mamdani."

Ken BuckJanuary 13, 2026

At the Idaho National Lab, researchers say they are striving to perfect the reprocessing and recycling of nuclear fuel rods, while watchdogs raise concerns about radioactive emissions released during this work.

Utah Full Steam Ahead On Nuclear Industry While Wyoming Avoids

The 2026 legislative season is ramping up, and Utah lawmakers are fully embracing the nuclear industry while Wyoming legislators appear to be avoiding the subject.

David MadisonJanuary 13, 2026

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Agitated Man With Hatchet Forced Out Of Wheatland Basement With Pepper Gas

After reportedly threatening a woman in a Wheatland home Monday evening, an agitated man with a hatchet locked himself in the basement and made threats toward police. A pepper gas grenade brought a quick end to the standoff.

Greg JohnsonJanuary 13, 2026

The big blue slide at Hellie's TePee Pools in Thermopolis has been dismatled after 34 years. It was removed to make way for a yet-to-be-announced water feature.

After 34 Years, Thermopolis' Big Blue Water Slide Comes Down

The big blue water slide at Hellie’s Tepee Pools in Hot Springs State Park has been dismantled and given away after 34 years of summer fun. A new water feature is on hold while the future of Thermopolis' hot spring facilities is tied up in court.

Andrew RossiJanuary 13, 2026

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