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Kemmerer is at a pivotal moment of change. A new nuclear plant could bring more workers to the town, but lack of housing and amenities could dilute the positive economic potential, if those workers decide to either spend most of their money or outright live in Evanston or Rock Springs instead.

As Nuclear Plant Moves Fast, Kemmerer Races Time — And Tradition — To Keep Up

The town of Kemmerer is booming before its eyes. There have been 110 workers on site this winter and TerraPower will soon be moving in hundreds more to build the actual nuclear plant. At its peak there will be 1,600 construction workers.

Renée JeanMarch 22, 2026

Casper native Dean Conger was 32 and a photojournalist for The Denver Post in 1959 when he got a job offer from National Geographic. He spent the next 30 years taking photos of presidents and astronauts, while earning a reputation as one of Nat Geo’s best.

What A Life! Casper’s Dean Conger Spent Decades As Top National Geographic Photographer

Casper native Dean Conger spent 30 years at National Geographic traveling the globe taking photos of presidents, astronauts and world leaders. Winning many national awards, his photos resulted in the book "Journey Across Russia: The Soviet Union Today.”

Dale KillingbeckMarch 22, 2026

Every spring, hundreds of turkey vultures show up on the University of Wyoming campus and stay until fall.

Wyoming's Turkey Vultures Do Much More Than Hang Around Looking Creepy

The turkey vultures are back. They return to Wyoming each spring, roosting by the hundreds on the UW campus and in Casper. Researchers say they do more than just poop all over trees, barf up pellets of leftover gristle, and hang around looking creepy

Mark HeinzMarch 21, 2026

South Dakota will revive a controversial Mount Rushmore fireworks show this year to mark the nation’s 250th birthday. Critics cite wildfire danger and Indigenous land claims, while local tourism leaders anticipate an economic boom.

Not Everybody Happy About Fireworks Display At Mount Rushmore For America's 250th

It may be one of the most beautiful places to have a fireworks display, but not everyone is happy about the upcoming show at Mount Rushmore for the nation's 250th birthday. Some Native Americans say the ground is sacred while others cite fire danger.

Kate MeadowsMarch 21, 2026

The jackalope is mythical, but Wyoming was home to an actual prehistoric rodent with two large horns on its head that roamed the Western U.S. It's one of the only horned burrowing mammals in Earth's history, and it thrived by fighting predators head-on.

Wyoming's Actual Jackalope Is An Extinct Horny Rodent

The jackalope is mythical, but Wyoming was home to an actual prehistoric rodent with two large horns on its head. The Ceratogaulus is one of the only horned burrowing mammals in Earth's history, and it thrived by confronting predators head-on.

Andrew RossiMarch 21, 2026

High winds sent flaming hay into a Powell-area barn and attached home that resulted in a total loss for the owner, Barbie Rae Steinheimer.

Powell Horse Breeder Says She And Her Horses Lucky To Survive Barn Fire

A Powell-area horse breeder is recovering after a fire destroyed her home and barn. She credits her neighbor for saving her life and her horses. “If it wasn’t for her knocking on my glass front door, my horses would have been dead,” she said.

Dale KillingbeckMarch 21, 2026

Metallica Scholar David Whitehead, right, got to talk to Microsoft, who he hopes to work for one day, during a Trades Day event set up for students. Metallica Scholars who are about to graduate from high school also joined the event, to speak with area employers they might work for once they've graduated.

Trade Careers: Metallica Scholarship Program Names 26 New Scholars In SE Wyoming

The heavy metal band Metallica that still fills stadiums, is also filling trade classrooms across the country, including Wyoming. 26 students in Cheyenne were given scholarships to train for trade careers and Wyoming’s growing data center boom.

Renée JeanMarch 21, 2026

Guilty Dog Transport, owned and operated by Eric Huyffer of Jackson, hauls some of the most expensive cars in Wyoming to various locations in the United States. His main gig, Huyffer said, is getting exotic cars like the Ferrari and Porsche to their oil change appointments in Salt Lake City, Utah. 

The Man Who Hauls Exotic Multimillion-Dollar Cars For Wyoming’s Super Rich

Eric Huyffer of Jackson hauls multimillion-dollar cars for the wealthy. Ferrari and Porsche are the two brands he hauls the most. “They have to be serviced by a certified technician and the closest certified technician for both are in Salt Lake City.”

Jackie DorothyMarch 21, 2026

A herd of bison moves across a road in Yellowstone National Park. Visitors come from around the globe to see the unique American animals.

Buffalo Vs. Bison: What Should We Call America's National Mammal?

For Western historian and best-selling author Paul Hutton, it's buffalo, not bison. Makes no difference what scientists say. “It’s such a national icon that I think it's important to use the language of the time, especially as a writer,” he says.

Renée JeanMarch 21, 2026

Two of Chris and Heather Pitmanns' four dogs. They are pleading with the city council to allow them to keep all four dogs.

Letter To The Editor: Fix The Policy So Powell Family Can Keep Dogs

Dear editor: Let’s not force a family into a hurtful and difficult decision. This is Wyoming. Surely we can do better than that.

CSD StaffMarch 21, 2026

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Joan Barron: Why Is It So Hard To Say 'I’m Sorry?'

Columnist Joan Barron writes, "Why is it so hard for today’s politicians to admit the wrongness of a situation? Even though they were not at fault personally, the ball was in the court of the Freedom Caucus members as it were, since they were the recipients of the checks."

Joan BarronMarch 21, 2026

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Bill Sniffin: Turning 80 Thoughts: Quit Smoking, Stay Active, Be Health-Selfish

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Here are my five life lessons that have kept me going for 80 years! I plan to keep going and keep learning.”

Bill SniffinMarch 21, 2026

Fifty off-roaders will trek 350 miles from Evanston to Cheyenne this July to map Wyoming’s first official long-distance off-road trail while celebrating America’s 250th. There’s a cap of 50 vehicles, and so far 20 people have already signed up.

Off-Roaders To Ride 350 Miles From Evanston To Cheyenne For Nation’s 250th

Fifty off-roaders will ride 350 miles from Evanston to Cheyenne this July to map Wyoming’s first official long-distance off-road trail while celebrating America’s 250th. There’s a cap of 50 on the number of vehicles, and so far 20 people have already signed up.

Renée JeanMarch 21, 2026

As The Morrill and Cottonwood Fires scorched across the prairie, two guys teamed up in North Platte, Nebraska, to resupply first responders on the frontlines. Then they squared off inside a cage.

As Nebraska Burns, Neighbors Not Only Fought Back Flames — They Held A Cage Match

As The Morrill and Cottonwood Fires scorched across the prairie, two guys teamed up in North Platte, Nebraska, to resupply first responders on the frontlines. Then they squared off inside a cage.

David MadisonMarch 21, 2026

In 1983, 24-year-old welding student John Boutin vanished from Rawlins, Wyoming, after raising concerns about misconduct at his shop. His family believes he was killed and still seeks answers in his unsolved case.

Family Still Haunted By Mysterious 1983 Disappearance Of Rawlins Welding Student

In 1983, 24-year-old welding student John Boutin vanished from Rawlins after raising concerns about misconduct at his shop. Authorities and his family believe he was killed and are still seeking answers in the unsolved case.

Jen KocherMarch 21, 2026

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When Cheyenne Was Knocked Out By 92 MPH Wind, The "Troublemen" Got Power Back On

Last week, when wind gusts cut power to 14,000 in Cheyenne, first responders known as "troublemen" battled the winds that toppled trees and power lines and got Cheyenne's power back on. “Those guys really are the rock stars of our trade."

David MadisonMarch 20, 2026

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Utah Law Makes People Buy Hunting/Fishing Licenses To Use State Lands

Utah passed a law that could require anyone using its wildlife management areas to buy hunting or fishing licenses, even if they’re not hunting or fishing. Some Wyoming outdoors enthusiasts say that’s unfair and prefer general user fees instead.

Mark HeinzMarch 20, 2026

A Wheatland man accused of kicking police officers in January as they wrestled him away from the scene of a standoff where he’d wielded a hatchet has told the court that he’s wasn’t mentally well enough during that incident to be found guilty of a crime pertaining to it. 

Wheatland Man Accused In Hatchet Standoff Says He Wasn’t Sane Enough To Be Guilty

A Wheatland man accused of kicking police officers as they wrestled him away from a standoff where he’d wielded a hatchet has told the court that he’s wasn’t mentally well enough during that incident to be found guilty of a crime pertaining to it.

Clair McFarlandMarch 20, 2026

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Jonathan Lange: Your Participation Can Make Politics Better

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “If you have never attended a party meeting, you would be amazed at the depth of understanding on display. Its participants are anything but 'deplorables.'”

Jonathan LangeMarch 20, 2026

A family from Cody is selling their 1965 Ghostbusters Cadillac. The vehicle used to promote a defunct pizza chain in the Bighorn Basin and now the Ecto-1 is looking for a Ghostbusters fanatic who wants the road-legal vehicle for paranormal elimination.

Cody Family Selling Their Ghostbusters Cadillac

A family from Cody is selling their 1965 Ghostbusters Cadillac. The vehicle used to promote a defunct pizza chain in the Bighorn Basin and now the Ecto-1 is looking for a Ghostbusters fanatic who wants the road-legal vehicle for paranormal elimination.

Andrew RossiMarch 20, 2026

Wyoming's U.S. Attorney Darin Smith on Friday said federal, Wyoming and Idaho law enforcement have taken down a Jackson-area drug ring with ties to a Mexican drug cartel. "This cooperation works; we take the bad guys off the streets," he said.

Wyoming's U.S. Attorney Says Jackson-Area Cocaine Ring Has Links To Mexican Cartel

Wyoming's U.S. Attorney Darin Smith on Friday said federal, Wyoming and Idaho law enforcement have taken down a Jackson-area drug ring with ties to a Mexican drug cartel. "This cooperation works; we take the bad guys off the streets," he said.

Clair McFarlandMarch 20, 2026

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