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The body of James Bitner of Black Hawk, Colorado, was found over the July 4 holiday in 2023 at the Mirror Lake Recreation Area in Albany County, Wyoming.

Adopted Son Who Dumped Dad's Body Near Mirror Lake Gets 24 Years

The adopted son of a Colorado man has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for killing his father after an argument, then dumping the body at Wyoming’s Mirror Lake. Investigators traced the crime using cellphone data and confessions to friends.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 16, 2025

Ultramarathon trail runners in Alberta, Canada, had to be re-routed late Sunday after a grizzly charged and followed nearby campers. A Wyoming ultramarathoner says racers should carry bear spray in grizzly country.

Grizzly Disrupts Alberta Ultramarathon, Wyoming Runner Urges Always Carry Bear Spray

Ultramarathon trail runners in Alberta, Canada, had to be re-routed late Sunday after a grizzly charged and followed nearby campers. A Wyoming ultramarathoner said racers should always carry bear spray in grizzly country.

Mark HeinzSeptember 16, 2025

The Cheyenne YMCA has been serving people in Wyoming's capital city for nearly 70 years, but needs $8 million in repairs and is 800 members short of breaking even. Now the facility is in its last two weeks and will close its doors permanently Sept. 26.

After Nearly 70 Years, Cheyenne YMCA Will Close For Good Sept. 26

The Cheyenne YMCA has been serving people in Wyoming's capital city for nearly 70 years, but needs $8 million in repairs and is 800 members short of breaking even. Now the facility is in its last two weeks and will close its doors permanently Sept. 26.

Renée JeanSeptember 16, 2025

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Letter To The Editor: Wyoming Education Association Should Terminate Staffer

Dear editor: Charlie Kirk is an American hero. Yet here in Wyoming, Sarah Hummel, Northeast Region President of the Wyoming Education Association, chose to attack him publicly with venom and disrespect.

September 16, 2025

Crypto kiosks (Cowboy State Daily)

Letter To The Editor: Lummis Should Protect Crypto Kiosks

Dear editor: As Sen. Lummis continues working on the CLARITY Act, she should consider including responsible consumer protections at crypto kiosks.

September 16, 2025

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Letter To The Editor: Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (MCOOL) Is Necessary

Dear editor: The problem is that without clear labeling, consumers can’t be sure what they’re buying, because imports are blended and labeled “Product of USA” even if the meat is only processed and packaged in the US.

September 16, 2025

A Laramie County landowner who is against a massive 170-wind turbine project says the giant windmills have a negative impact on earthworms, which leads to soil erosion. Scientists, in a 2021 study in the Netherlands, back his claim.

Landowner Says Wind Turbines Negatively Impact Earthworms, Scientists Agree

A Laramie County landowner who is against a massive 170-wind turbine project says the giant wind turbines have a negative impact on earthworms, which leads to soil erosion. Scientists, in a 2021 study in the Netherlands, back his claim.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 16, 2025

A Wyoming sheriff warns that the viral TikTok "Door Kick Challenge" could have deadly consequences. One of the people who championed Wyoming's Stand Your Ground law wholeheartedly agrees.

Sheriff Warns Doing TikTok 'Door Kick Challenge' In Wyoming Can Get You Killed

A Wyoming sheriff warns that the viral TikTok "Door Kick Challenge" could have deadly consequences. One of the people who championed Wyoming's Stand Your Ground law wholeheartedly agrees.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 15, 2025

Off-roaders are flocking to places like Evanston, which will likely benefit from recent ORV rule change before the Wyoming Transportation Commission.

WYDOT Rule Change Could Transform Off-Road Vehicle Access in Evanston, Across Wyoming

On Monday, the Wyoming Department of Transportation held a public hearing to announce and take public comment about a rule change that will allow off-road vehicles to cross interstates and better connect trail networks.

David MadisonSeptember 15, 2025

Outdoors enthusiasts say repealing the Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule could undermine efforts to protect Wyoming’s wildlife and habitat. The state’s congressional delegation says the rule hamstrung critical economic uses for the lands.

Repealing BLM Public Lands Rule Could Undermine Wildlife Efforts, Advocates Say

Outdoors enthusiasts say repealing the Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule could undermine efforts to protect Wyoming’s wildlife and habitat. The state’s congressional delegation says the rule hamstrung critical economic uses for the lands.

Mark HeinzSeptember 15, 2025

Researchers have confirmed the presence of "kissing bugs" that carry the Chagas disease in Wyoming. The CDC says the parasitic disease is often fatal if not treated, and can linger in a body for years.

Deadly Kissing Bug Spotted In Wheatland: What To Know About Chagas Disease

Researchers have confirmed the presence of "kissing bugs" that carry the Chagas disease in Wyoming. The CDC says the parasitic disease is often fatal if not treated, and can linger in a body for years.

Renée JeanSeptember 15, 2025

A Wyoming state legislator and a parent of a student at Crest Hill Elementary School in Casper are sounding alarms over a male janitor who cross-dresses and asks students to use she/her pronouns. The Natrona County School District says it “follows the law."

Legislator, Parent Sound Alarm Over Cross-Dressing Janitor At Casper Elementary

A Wyoming state legislator and a parent of a student at a Casper elementary school are sounding alarms over a male janitor who cross-dresses and asks students to use she/her pronouns. The Natrona County School District says it “follows the law."

Dale KillingbeckSeptember 15, 2025

Snow falling on Togwotee Pass on Monday morning, Sept. 15, 2025.

It’s Already Snowing In Wyoming’s High Country; Up To 6 Inches For Beartooth Pass

It’s already snowing in Wyoming’s high country. It was falling on Togwotee Pass on Monday and the Beartooth Highway could get as much as 6 inches this week.

Andrew RossiSeptember 15, 2025

Lynn Friess, widow of Wyoming businessman Foster Friess whose $10,000 donation kick-started Turning Point USA, pledged 100 times that Sunday. Her $1 million donation reflects her husband’s belief in Kirk and desire for TPUSA to “grow even stronger," she wrote.

Widow Of Foster Friess Pledges $1 Million To Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA

Lynn Friess, widow of Wyoming businessman Foster Friess whose $10,000 donation kick-started Turning Point USA, pledged 100 times that Sunday. Her $1 million donation reflects her husband’s belief in Kirk and desire for TPUSA to “grow even stronger," she wrote.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 15, 2025

Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak is requesting two high-tech, remote-controlled robots to join his team. He says the $37,000 robots can help during dangerous and high-risk situations, plus they’ll have the ability to climb stairs. The office wants two of the Axon Sky-Hero Sigyn models.

Laramie County Sheriff’s Office Wants To Add Robots To Arsenal

Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak is requesting two high-tech, remote-controlled robots to join his team. He says the $37,000 robots can help during dangerous and high-risk situations, plus they’ll have the ability to climb stairs.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 15, 2025

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Cowboy State Daily Video News: Monday, September 15, 2025

Monday's headlines include: - Finally, A Port For Wyo Coal? - Wyo Man Who Killed The Montana-Bahn - The Mega-Dairy In Wyo That Supplies Pizza Hut

Wendy CorrSeptember 15, 2025

If you’re easily offended, just keep driving by the Talking Bird in tiny St. Regis, Montana, on Interstate 90. That’s because George, the talking bird at the Talking Bird, can curse like a sailor when the mood hits him.

Drinking Montana: The Talking Bird At The Talking Bird Can Curse Like A Sailor

If you’re easily offended, just keep driving by the Talking Bird in tiny St. Regis, Montana, on Interstate 90. That’s because George, the talking bird at the Talking Bird, can curse like a sailor when the mood hits him.

Anna-Louise JacksonSeptember 15, 2025

Prominent hunting influencer Ryan Lampers has been slapped with wildlife crime-related charges. He’s accused of illegally taking a trophy-class mule deer buck, and has sparked an ethics debate in the Wyoming outdoors community, and beyond.

‘Hunting Influencer’ Hit With Felony Charges, Raises Questions About Social Media & Hunting

A prominent "hunting influencer" was slapped with wildlife crime-related felony charges. Some Wyoming hunters with social media followings say it’s important to stay humble and keep the focus on love for the outdoors, rather than one-upmanship for clicks.

Mark HeinzSeptember 14, 2025

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