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Lucas Keeler, a BLM petroleum engineering technician, explains the significance of the petroglyph panels at Whoopup Canyon in Crook County. 

Whoopup Canyon Has One Of The Oldest And Largest Petroglyph Sites In North America

One of the most extraordinary petroglyph sites in North America is hidden away in a secret spot near Newcastle, Wyoming. The petroglyphs of Whoopup Canyon depicted in 150 sandstone panels are between 3,000 and 10,500 years old. Access is extremely limited.

Andrew RossiAugust 02, 2026

George Jay Wienbarg III helped a friend sell pieces of the Hollywood sign, then later trademarked it for a clothing line. Wienbarg was successful in drawing international attention to both the Hollywood souvenirs and later to the clothing line.

How A Cheyenne Man Trademarked The Famous Hollywood Sign Because He Was In Love

As a young man, Cheyenne native George Wienbarg figured out how to trademark the famous Hollywood sign in L.A. He did that because he fell in love with a Korean fashion student and promised to make her line of clothing famous by associating it with that sign. And he has all the receipts....

Renée JeanAugust 02, 2026

Lone Star Tangible Assets CEO Matt Ferris, left, takes a photo of the new 2026 Texas commemorative 1-ounce gold coin held by Tom Currah of the Texas Comptroller’s office. Looking on are Scottsdale Mint CEO Josh Phair and Kimberly Ferris.

Why Texas Turned To Casper Scottsdale Mint To Produce Gold, Silver Coins

As the first state to authorize official commemorative coins and have a depository for precious metals, the State of Texas turned to Casper's Scottsdale Mint to produce gold and silver coins. They chose Casper because it rivals the quality of the U.S. Mint.

Dale KillingbeckAugust 02, 2026

Eight-year-old Evelyn Waller rides a horse at Ropes & Roses grief camp near Casper

After Losing Their Dad, Wyoming Kids Help Heal Their Heartbreak On Horseback

After their father's death last fall, Aden and Evelyn Waller spent four days riding horses, creating art and connecting with other grieving children at a Casper camp designed to help kids heal after loss. "Horses don't judge," said one counselor.

Kolby FedoreAugust 02, 2026

Searchers using a drone in Wyoming's deepest lake found two barrels they hope contain the bodies of a missing mother and two young sons Gerald Uden has admitted he murdered 45 years ago. The next step is to recover the barrels from Fremont Lake.

Searchers Optimistic They'll Find Uden Bodies In Barrels At Bottom Of Fremont Lake

Searchers are optimistic that the barrel and a trash can they found two weeks ago at the bottom of Fremont Lake contain the bodies of a young mother and her two sons murdered by notorious killer Gerald Uden. Their next step is to recover the barrels.

Jen KocherAugust 02, 2026

Devils Tower National Monument continues to be closed as a wildfire burning just southwest of the monument’s boundary has so far consumed nearly 300 acres without containment. “This is genuinely serious,” observed a nearby camper.

‘This Is Genuinely Serious’: Race On To Contain Wildfire That Closed Devils Tower

Devils Tower National Monument continues to be closed as a wildfire burning just southwest of the monument’s boundary has so far consumed nearly 300 acres without containment. “This is genuinely serious,” observed a nearby camper.

Greg JohnsonAugust 02, 2026

A fence winder mounted on a skid steer made short work of rolling up old wire near Sheridan. Doing the task by hand would have taken hours.

How "Wire Winders" Roll Up Old Fencing Quickly, Keep Wildlife From Getting Tangled

With countless miles of rusty old fences threatening wildlife across Wyoming, conservationists say devices called wire winders are a game changer. They can roll up a half-mile of old fence in two minutes, a task that would take a half-day by hand,

Mark HeinzAugust 02, 2026

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Bill Sniffin: Can Megan Overtake Barlow? Or Can Bien Overtake The Two Leaders?

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "Barlow touts his polls as showing him with a comfortable lead. Degenfelder says her polls show her doing just fine, and she is pleased with where she stands. Bien was unavailable for comment, so we were unable to ask him about his polling."

Bill SniffinAugust 01, 2026

Joan Barron

Joan Barron: Is A GOP Sea Change On The Way?

Joan Barron writes, “Degenfelder, the current State Superintendent of Public Instruction, was endorsed twice by President Donald Trump. That endorsement did not help her with this group of Republican Central Committee members."

Joan BarronAugust 01, 2026

Fishing guides recommend checking the water temperature regularly during the summer. Once the water temperature hits 70 degrees, it's time to quit, because making fish fight in the heat can kill them.

As Wyoming's Prime Trout Waters Heat Up, Anglers Urged To Quit Casting After Noon

Summer heat has sent water temperatures soaring above 70 degrees in some of Wyoming's prime trout fishing waters, so Game and Fish is urging anglers to quit before noon. When it gets that hot, catch-and-release fishing stress and can kill trout.

Mark HeinzAugust 01, 2026

Dixie Berger in her booth at Cheyenne Frontier Days.

How A Saratoga Woman Built An International Western Fashion Brand From Her Bedroom

A Saratoga woman was determined to remain a stay-at-home mom, but that didn’t mean she couldn’t build an international Western fashion brand. Her business Pure Dixie started in a 150-square-foot bedroom, now takes up two warehouses and continues to grow.

Renée JeanAugust 01, 2026

"Cowboy" John Fremlin traded a life in the saddle for one surrounded by western antiques and treasures. Fremlin searches for items that tell a story which can be anything from an old hot rod tire to a beaded vest to 1970s collectibles.

Cowboy John's Hole-In-The-Wall Antiques Is A Western Time Capsule In Meeteetse

From Dillinger’s death mask to items owned by Buffalo Bill, “Cowboy” John Fremlin collects relics for his Hole-in-the-Wall Antique Store in Meeteetse that speak to him and have a story to tell. "I select items that have the 'wow' factor," Fremlin says.

Jackie DorothyAugust 01, 2026

Opponents of a proposed 80-to-95-unit apartment complex along the Laramie Greenbelt say it will push floodwaters toward a historic neighborhood and ruin wildlife habitat. The city says "that isn't a major concern" and housing needs are urgent.

Neighbors Rally Against Planned 95-Unit Apartment Complex Near Laramie Greenbelt

Opponents of a proposed 80-to-95-unit apartment complex along the Laramie Greenbelt say it will push floodwaters toward a historic neighborhood and ruin wildlife habitat. The city says "that isn't a major concern" and housing needs are urgent.

Mark HeinzAugust 01, 2026

A Lander man built two wooden benches and "gifted" them to his neighbors to enjoy the "iconic views" from the popular Tomato Loop trail. They were both stolen, so Applegate is giving it one more shot. "Third time's the charm," he hopes.

Lander Man Keeps Building Benches For Community And Thieves Keep Stealing Them

After the first two benches he built were stolen, a Lander man is giving it a third attempt. He's built yet another wooden bench and gave it to his neighbors so they can enjoy the iconic views of the popular Tomato Loop hiking trail. "Third time's the charm," he said.

Andrew RossiAugust 01, 2026

Hail accumulation following flooding in Cheyenne in 1985.

‘I Didn't Want To Die In This Car’: Trapped In Flood, Journalist Almost Became The Story

Kerry Drake was planning a quick trip to Colorado on the evening of Aug. 1, 1985, when he was suddenly trapped in his car by rising floodwaters in Cheyenne. "My car was literally floating down the street, and I had no control over its movement," he writes.

Kerry DrakeAugust 01, 2026

The Wayfarer’s Chapel is a sacred spot to worship on the Shoshone National Forest between Cody and Yellowstone.

Cody's Wayfarer's Chapel: A Peaceful Place To Worship, But Bring Your Bear Spray

The Wayfarer’s Chapel is a sacred spot to worship on the Shoshone National Forest between Cody and Yellowstone. It’s also one of the only chapels where you should bring bear spray. “We had a grizzly stroll through a Father’s Day service," the reverend said.

Andrew RossiAugust 01, 2026

A Crook County ranch with almost a century of history has hit the market for $5 million. It comes with a historic homestead, 7,500-square-foot mansion, a trout stream, views of red bluffs and access to the Black Hills of Wyoming and South Dakota. 

T Diamond Ranch, Legacy Black Hills Spread, Hits Wyoming Market For $5 Million

Another of Wyoming’s legacy ranches is hitting the market after nearly a century of stewardship. The T Diamond Ranch in Crook County comes with a 7,500-square-foot mansion, trout streams, scenic red bluffs, and a front-row seat to the Black Hills.

Renée JeanAugust 01, 2026

Doctors thought John Mionszynski would never bend his arm again and would likely lose use of his fingers. But every year he becomes the piano man for South Pass City, playing flawless 1800s tunes.

South Pass City Saloon's Piano Man Has Entertained Gold Rush Visitors Since 1974

John Mionczynski has entertained patrons of the South Pass City Saloon since 1974, when the state resurrected the gold-rush town. Watching him play a flawless rendition of “The Entertainer," one would never guess that once he couldn’t use his fingers at all.

Renée JeanAugust 01, 2026

For nearly 60 years, Vern Palmer has searched Wyoming ranches and forgotten dump grounds for old license plates. At 90, the Big Piney mechanic has found nearly every state plate ever issued — except for one.

90-Year-Old Big Piney Man Has A Wyoming License Plate From Every Year, Except One

For nearly 60 years, Vern Palmer has searched Wyoming ranches and forgotten dumps for old Wyoming license plates. At 90, the Big Piney mechanic has a Wyoming license plate from every year, except one. Palmer says he's not giving up his search.

Kolby FedoreAugust 01, 2026

Don Erickson, the 89-year-old former three-term mayor of Cheyenne, examines photos of the city’s deadly Aug. 1, 1985 flood in one of his scrapbooks at the Wyoming State Archives.

Night Of Terror: Wall Of Water Killed 12 In Cheyenne's Deadly August 1, 1985 Flood

On Aug. 1, 1985, Cheyenne was pummeled by a massive storm that unleashed a wall of water killing 12 people and causing more than $65 million in damage. The 65,000-ft thunderheads stalled over the city unleashing tornadoes, hail and unprecedented flooding.

Kerry DrakeAugust 01, 2026

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Cowboy State Daily Show with Jeff - Saturday, August 1, 2026

Jeff in the 307. Saturday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsAugust 01, 2026

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Ann Simpson, Wife Of Late Sen. Al Simpson, Died In Daughter's Arms Friday Morning

Ann Simpson, mother of three and wife of 70 years to prominent Wyoming political figure and late U.S. Sen. Al Simpson, died Friday morning in her daughter's arms. “I walked over and cuddled up to her and held her, and she died," Sue Simpson Gallagher said.

Clair McFarlandAugust 01, 2026

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Jonathan Lange: Sometimes, Negative Campaigning Backfires

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, "Glossy fliers landed in mailboxes across the state faulting Republicans for voting in favor of the Human Heartbeat Act. According to a pro-abortion activist, the fliers landed in 'about 23 districts.' That’s a fair amount of money."

Jonathan LangeAugust 01, 2026

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Dennis Sun: U.S. To Open Gates To Mexican Cattle

Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "The opening of the border to Mexican cattle is a blessing to some and a threat to others. There are some facts to support the reopening and some politics to lower the price of beef at grocery stores."

Dennis SunAugust 01, 2026

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