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Letter To The Editor: It's Easy To Criticize Charlie Kirk When He's Gone
Dear editor: For what it's worth, the Wyoming Democrats have put their two cents in about Charlie Kirk's murder, though I'm not sure why they bothered.
September 27, 2025
Letter To The Editor: When Does Preserving Life Become An Imposition On The Dignity It Aims To Protect?
Dear editor: The state’s “381” which is shorthand for the Title 25 emergency detention process, is designed to protect those at risk, but it also raises a moral question: when does preserving life become an imposition on the dignity it aims to protect?
September 27, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Do You Ever Wonder What Old Men Think About?
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Being older than most everyone else gives you a chance to share your wisdom and endlessly tell old stories. Perhaps we talk too much?”
Bill SniffinSeptember 27, 2025
Legacy Of Montana's Coal King Lives On As Industry Gains New Political Momentum
Since Duane Ankney died in August, tributes have poured in celebrating Montana's "Coal King" for his legislative efforts and tireless advocacy. The greatest tribute might be the significant political momentum the coal industry is now feeling.
David MadisonSeptember 27, 2025
Proposed 'Greenie Tax' Would Make Coloradans Pay For Using Wyoming Trails
More than 60% of mountain bikers at Wyoming's Curt Gowdy State Park are out-of-state, mostly Colorado. New legislation supported by Rep. Karlee Provenza would make them pay for it. "I'm all for figuring out how can we have Colorado pay for their usage of our land," she said.
David MadisonSeptember 27, 2025
Big Horn County Is Selling 16 Vintage Aircraft In Online Auction, And Bids Start At $25
Big Horn County is selling 16 vintage aircraft in an online auction. They're no longer airworthy, but the winning bidders could put a cockpit in their home office or living room. "There’s a lot of nostalgia in these cool old planes," the airport manager said.
Andrew RossiSeptember 27, 2025
Wyoming Hunters Avoid Mobs By Hiking Deep Into The Wild
With Wyoming’s public hunting areas getting more crowded, it's possible to avoid the hordes of hunters by going in early and hiking far to escape the mobs. “If it looks like a sh*thole and it's hard to get into, there’s going to be elk,” one hunter said.
Mark HeinzSeptember 27, 2025
Wyoming Coffee Klatch: Scotty Ratliff’s Kitchen Is Where World Problems Are Solved
Officially, Riverton is run by its elected city council. But the town's problems, and all the world's problems, are really solved by this group of old guys in Scotty Ratliff's coffee klatch.
Jackie DorothySeptember 27, 2025
Taxidermist’s Robot Decoys Are So Life-Like They Turn, Twitch And Even Poop
The future of wildlife decoys is here, and a Wisconsin taxidermist is making some of the most realistic. They're so lifelike their tails wag, ears twitch, and mimic body heat. He even once made a robot deer for a customer that pooped M&Ms.
Mark HeinzSeptember 27, 2025
Missing Wyoming WWII Vet’s B-17 Bomber Discovered In New Guinea Jungle
After vanishing over the Pacific in 1942, Sgt. Thomas Cotner of Casper was presumed lost forever. Now eight decades later, wreckage of the B-17 Flying Fortress where Tom served as a radio operator and gunner was discovered.
David MadisonSeptember 27, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Morning Show — Saturday, September 27, 2025
It's the Saturday morning show with John Baggett from 6-10AM.
Jake NicholsSeptember 27, 2025
Wyoming Says Judge's Order Gives Schools More Power Over Money Than Lawmakers Have
In arguing against a judge's order requiring a computer for every student and other upgrades for schools, the Wyoming Attorney General's Office says the judge's order would essentially let schools dictate their own funding, rather than elected lawmakers.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 27, 2025
Cheyenne City Council Stunned By Sudden Death Of Longtime Councilman Scott Roybal
Friends and fellow Cheyenne City Council members say they are still reeling from the news Friday of the death of Councilman Scott Roybal. They remember him for his humor and as “a passionate advocate” for the community.
Jackson WalkerSeptember 27, 2025
Guest Column: Sen. Lummis' Statements Were Irresponsible And Dangerous
Guest Columnist Susan Stubson writes: "Lummis’ statements were a knee-jerk response to a lightning-charged environment, one which gave license to the idea we can restrict language just because we don’t like it. Her comments were reactionary, irresponsible and dangerous."
Guest ColumnSeptember 27, 2025
Wyoming Elk Hunter Tapped For Trump Policy Position
A 26-year-old Wyoming woman who as a teen helped improve access to thousands of acres of public lands for hunters has been tapped for a position in the Trump administration.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 27, 2025
The Roundup: A Conversation With Mac Watson
This is the final episode of "The Roundup" for host Wendy Corr, as she introduces the audience to the new Broadcast Media Director for Cowboy State Daily, Mac Watson. Mac talks about his colorful and exciting career in radio, as well as he and his wife's life-changing decision to adopt.
Wendy CorrSeptember 27, 2025
Some Chugwater Locals Say Wind, Solar Project Threatens Independent Way Of Life
Some residents in and around Chugwater say a proposed 47,000-acre wind and solar farm threatens their independent way of life. Their views clash with landowners involved in the project who say it’s their property.
Jackson WalkerSeptember 27, 2025
Attorney Says $250,000 Brain Damage Settlement Shows Government Payouts Are Too Limited
The attorney of a Wheatland man who suffered brain damage in the Platte County jail said man's $250,000 settlement is a sign that Wyoming’s limit on government liability payouts is too low. The Wyoming Senate chose not to raise that limit this winter.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 26, 2025
Trump Should Fire D.C. Workers If Dems Don’t Blink In Shutdown Standoff, Lummis Says
If Democrats do not back down in the federal government shutdown impasse, President Trump should make good on his threat to fire federal workers in the Washington, D.C., area, U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming said Friday.
Sean BarrySeptember 26, 2025
After 100 Years, Sublette County Has A Hospital, But Can It Stay Open?
Sublette County celebrated the grand opening of its first hospital Thursday, nearly 100 years after the idea was first brought up. Now, hospital officials have another challenge — keeping it open.
Jackson WalkerSeptember 26, 2025
Cheyenne Man Faces Charges After Drinking, Firing Handgun At Guy On Scooter
A 49-year-old Cheyenne man was in jail Friday, facing criminal charges after drinking and firing shots from his garage. He’s accused of shooting at a neighbor on a scooter, and also hitting a vacuum and the radiator of a car.
Dale KillingbeckSeptember 26, 2025
Dennis Sun: Don't Expect High Beef Prices To Fall Anytime Soon
These are especially exciting times for cattle producers and feeders. In fact, during the week of Sept. 15, lightweight steer calves brought over seven dollars a pound while 1,000-pound yearling steers brought $3.35 a pound.
Dennis SunSeptember 26, 2025
Jonathan Lange: Ruth Neely - First Amendment Champion
Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “Ruth Neely was harassed at home, at work, in the national press and most appallingly, by vicious lawfare waged by the Wyoming Bar. But Ruth Neely willingly took those arrows because she knew that one small candle can light up a dark room.”
Jonathan LangeSeptember 26, 2025
Probation For Former East High Student Who Caused Evacuation Of Speech Tournament
A 22-year-old Cheyenne man who stormed the stage of the National Speech and Debate tournament in June in Des Moines, Iowa, prompting the evacuation of panicked participants, has been sentenced to a year of probation as part of a plea deal.
Scott SchwebkeSeptember 26, 2025