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Calling the fire department to rescue a cat from a tree is cliché enough, but not in Evansville, Wyoming. Pulling a stranded cat out of a tree was the first official response for a group of rookie firefighters Sunday, and it was a first for an 18-year ceteran.

First Official Call For Rookie Firefighters? Rescuing Evansville Cat From A Tree

Calling the fire department to rescue a cat from a tree is cliché enough, but not in Evansville, Wyoming. Pulling a stranded cat out of a tree was the first official response for a group of rookie firefighters Sunday, and it was a first for an 18-year veteran.

Andrew RossiNovember 03, 2025

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Guest Columnist: Fiscal Strength Built the Wyoming Way — Let’s Keep Climbing

Guest columnist Albert Sommers writes, "Wyoming’s stability exists in spite of the Freedom Caucus’s obstructionism, not because of it. Wyoming doesn’t need to fix what isn’t broken, it just needs to keep building on what’s working."

Guest ColumnNovember 03, 2025

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Dave Simpson: Not A Case Of Pots Calling Kettles Black

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "While those suffering from Trump Derangement Syndrome have a long list of complaints, I contend this is not a case of pots and kettles. Far from the rudderless plight of the Democrats, Trump is racking up win after win."

Dave SimpsonNovember 03, 2025

Gabriel Seth Rodgers was caught in Mexico and sent back to Wyoming to face drug-related charges. His eyes were blocked out in these photos by Mexican authorities.

Wyoming Cartel Member Gets 30 Years For Trafficking Over 250 Pounds Of Drugs

A Wyoming man found guilty of working with a drug cartel received 30 years in prison Monday. He had trafficked an estimated 250 pounds of drugs including cocaine, fentanyl and meth and evaded justice for years, until Mexico authorities sent him back to the U.S.

Jackson WalkerNovember 03, 2025

Wyoming started taxing electric vehicle drivers who plug into charging stations this month. Now a pro-EV group wants the new fee paused, saying it unfairly triple-taxes EV drivers. WYDOT says it's enforcing an existing law after broader EV reforms failed.

Colorado Tops In EV Sales, Wyoming Near Bottom — But An ‘Infrastructure Pioneer’

Colorado leads the nation in electric vehicle sales, with nearly a third of all new cars sold being EVs. Wyoming is near the bottom of the list at 44th, but it’s an "infrastructure pioneer" as one of the top states for EV charging.

David MadisonNovember 03, 2025

Nicholas “Cottonmouth” Sampson was arrested in Carbon County in July 2025 after allegedly threatening and attacking hikers along the Continental Divide Trail for years, authorities report.

Hiker Accused Of Attacking Others On Wyoming Trails Released After Plea Deal

A hiker who goes by “Cottonmouth” and is accused of attacking others on Wyoming trails has been released from jail after making a plea deal. He threw a bottle at another hiker in Carbon County in July and had a reported bear spray standoff last year. 

Clair McFarlandNovember 03, 2025

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Cassie Craven:  Pipe Down or Get Out!” Says the Government

Columnist Cassie Craven writes, “This is an approach that is increasing in momentum. As more and more states consider 'Anti-SLAPP' laws that prevent individuals from being sued for the free speech they exercise, courts are analyzing what the First Amendment is designed to protect.”

Cassie CravenNovember 02, 2025

In March 1908, the Thomas Flyer was the first car in the New York to Paris auto race to arrive at the frontier town of Cheyenne, Wyoming. They were greeted with much fanfare and teased about their sheep herder coats which were not typical automobilists attire. The three-man team were escorted into the city and then headed straight for bed.

Wyoming History: How Wyoming Almost Derailed The Great Auto Race Of 1908

The eyes of the world were on automobile teams racing across America as the first challenge in a 22,000-mile race from New York to Paris. It was almost derailed in Wyoming when an Italian team was waylaid by a pack of 50 wolves.

Jackie DorothyNovember 02, 2025

Rawlins gas station clerk Teresa Wood tries Dubai chocolate for the first time, and she's not a fan.

Why Are People Paying $25 For Chocolate Bars In Wyoming Gas Stations?

Dubai chocolate bars are all the rage, selling for $25 to $40 at stores at Wyoming gas stations and retail stores. Are they worth it? Fans say those convenience store knockoffs aren’t, but the real deal from Dubai is.

Renée JeanNovember 02, 2025

Some states are now allowing hunters to use drones for locating animals, and others are considering it. That doesn't sit well with Buffalo's Mark Jones, a national director for Gun Owners of America. "Technology is ruining what hunting was meant to be," he said.

Looking For Wounded Deer With Drones Blurs Ethical Lines, Hunters Say

Some states are now allowing hunters to use drones for locating animals, and others are considering it. That doesn't sit well with Buffalo's Mark Jones, a national director for Gun Owners of America. "Technology is ruining what hunting was meant to be," he said.

Mark HeinzNovember 02, 2025

Ross Schriftman spends a lot of time sitting in seats at Casper City Council meetings. He also frequently addresses the council during public comment periods, something he sees as part of his civic duty.

Ross Schriftman Is That Casper Guy Who Has Something To Say At Every Meeting

Every town has that guy who has something to say at just about every public meeting. In Casper, that’s Ross Schriftman, 73, a long-distance runner and self-described activist who says he feels compelled to be involved in everything.

Dale KillingbeckNovember 02, 2025

Matt Child from Sheridan poses with Steve Jolly, a minister in El Paso who started the Rio Bravo jiujitsu program.

Wyoming Gym Pairs Jiujitsu And Jesus For Kids In Mexico

Members of a Sheridan gym believe Jesus and jiu-jitsu are the right combination to help kids in Juarez, Mexico. They just returned from their latest trip and grateful that more than 100 youngsters across the border now know their names.

Dale KillingbeckNovember 02, 2025

Carl Beyer fell in love with movies working the projectors in a Powell movie theater and became a Hollywood producer. Now he’s bringing a historic Ronald Reagan-Mikhail Gorbachev Cold War nuclear showdown to the screen in his new project, "Reykjavik."

Projectionist To Producer: Wyoming Man Brings Cold War To Screen In ‘Reykjavik'

Carl Beyer fell in love with movies working the projectors in a Powell movie theater and became a Hollywood producer. Now he’s bringing a historic Ronald Reagan - Mikhail Gorbachev Cold War nuclear showdown to the screen in his new project, "Reykjavik."

David MadisonNovember 02, 2025

The University of Wyoming offers a Master of Science degree in artificial intelligence, describing the field as “rapidly transforming society."

Wyoming’s Artificial Intelligence Challenge: Make It Work For People, Not Other Way Around

At the University of Wyoming, Artificial Intelligence is being embraced as a new tech revolution that can work for people, not the other way around — and not just a way to cheat on exams.

David MadisonNovember 02, 2025

New research has identified a dinosaur "mummy zone" in a series of ravines near Lusk, Wyoming, that’s produced two mummies of a fleshy dinosaur with back spikes and hooves. Scientists are excited for the possibility of finding a preserved T. rex mummy.

Newly Designated Wyoming Dinosaur ‘Mummy Zone’ Could Hold A Perfect T. Rex

New research has identified a dinosaur "mummy zone" in a series of ravines near Lusk, Wyoming. It's produced two mummies of a fleshy dinosaur with back spikes and hooves and scientists believe they could find a mummy of a preserved Tyrannosaurus Rex.

Andrew RossiNovember 02, 2025

Vahé Alaverdan checks on one of his birds right before a presentation about them.

Wyoming Falconer Has 40 Birds That Can Nosedive 240 MPH, As Fast As A Ferrari

A Wyoming falconer says supercar drivers can have their Ferraris, he’ll take his 40 falcons. They’re faster, too, dive-bombing more than 240 mph. He also consults with author C.J. Box to give authenticity to Joe Pickett sidekick and falconer Nate Romanowski.

Renée JeanNovember 02, 2025

An image from an aerial tour of the Belvoir Ranch.

Touring The Belvoir Ranch Near Cheyenne, Now With 12 Miles Of New Public Trails

Last week, Cowboy State Daily toured the Belvoir Ranch, which offers the public 12 miles of new public trails and other outdoor rec opportunities in Laramie County. Opening next spring, the land is shared with wind turbines but they're pretty well hidden.

Renée JeanNovember 02, 2025

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Bill Sniffin: The Richest Man In The World Lives Here In The Cowboy State

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Musk? Bezos? Who is this super rich guy who lives here in Wyoming? Richest man in the world, hmm?”

Bill SniffinNovember 02, 2025

The Parrot has occupied the same storefront since the 1920s and employees even joke that it's haunted by the first owners.

Willy Wonka Has Nothing On This Over-The-Top Montana Candymaker

Willy Wonka has nothing on the Parrot Confectionary in Helena, Montana. It’s been making over-the-top candies for more than 100 years, and still does it all by hand.

Anna-Louise JacksonNovember 02, 2025

More than 70 years ago, an auto parts maker had an it’s-so-simple-it’s-brilliant idea — replace your car’s oil filter with a roll of toilet paper. The company still makes its TP filter system, which many claim works far better than standard filters.

Why Not Filter Your Car’s Oil With A Roll Of Toilet Paper?

More than 70 years ago, an auto parts maker had an it’s-so-simple-it’s-brilliant idea — replace your car’s oil filter with a roll of toilet paper. The company still makes its toilet paper filter system, which it and some wrench-turners claim works better than standard filters.

Jackie DorothyNovember 02, 2025

A year ago, the historic Bell Building in Downtown Cheyenne was boarded up. Now the 1911 building has a new facade and is on its way to again being a capital city showpiece.

Cheyenne’s Historic Downtown Bell Building Was Boarded Up, Now It’s Becoming A Showpiece

For decades, the historic Bell Building in Downtown Cheyenne was boarded up and had little hope for a future. Now, against all odds, the 1911 building has a new facade and is on its way to again being a capital city showpiece.

Renée JeanNovember 01, 2025

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