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Jonathan Lange: September 11 And The Murder Of Innocents Show It’s A Religious War

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “The so-called war on Western Civilization was never about skin color, real estate, or imaginary lines on a map. It has always been a war on the religion that shaped our world.”

Jonathan LangeSeptember 12, 2026

Dennis Sun: Uncertainty Creates Lower Prices and More Questions

Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "President Trump wants to import more lean beef into the U.S. It shouldn't have much affect on the price of hamburger, as it's is the most popular beef product. The issue is the integrity of the beef product. Is it safe?"

Dennis SunSeptember 12, 2026

Rep. Harriet Hageman (left) and Secretary of State Chuck Gray (right)

Opponents Blast Hageman, Gray For Skipping PBS Debates Ahead Of General Election

Opponents of Republicans Harriet Hageman and Chuck Gray in Wyoming’s U.S. Senate and House races are blasting them for skipping PBS debates ahead of the general election. Both Hageman and Gray say they’re taking their messages directly to voters.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 11, 2026

74-Year-Old Worland Man Attacks FedEx Driver For Kicking Up Dust On Road

A 74-year-old Worland man attacked a 22-year-old FedEx driver out delivering packages Tuesday because the truck was kicking up too much dust. The older man jumped onto the moving truck and reached through the open window to get at the driver.

Andrew RossiSeptember 11, 2026

Glenrock Gets 30 Day Extension To Decide If It Will Continue To Use Flock Cameras

The town of Glenrock has been given a 30-day extension to decide if it will continue the use of Flock cameras. The police chief says he's asked the company to specify what it does and does not do to ease concerns about automated license plate readers.

Kate MeadowsSeptember 11, 2026

Cheyenne Man Accused Of Stealing German Shepherd, Chasing Man With Pickaxe

A Cheyenne man is accused of stealing a German shepherd from the yard of one local resident, then chasing and threatening another man with a pickaxe after pelting him with rocks and a cinder block. His felony case was filed in district court Thursday.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 11, 2026

The mail pickup site within a mountain-base resort in remote Jelm, Wyoming, is slated to close by Sept. 30, the U.S. Postal Service confirmed to Cowboy State Daily.

Postal Service Says It Will Close Mail Pickup Site In Remote Albany County On Sept 30

The U.S. Postal Service confirmed to Cowboy State Daily it's closing the mail pickup site in Jelm, Wyoming, on Sept. 30. Without a quick alternative, locals will have to make a 60-mile round trip to Laramie for mail.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 11, 2026

Jonathan Bailey is greeted with a hug at airport in Pinedale on Friday after being rescued after wandering for a week in the Wind River Range.

Rescued! Hiker And Dog Missing For Week In Wind River Range Reunited With Family

An Idaho hiker and his dog were reunited with family Friday afternoon after being missing in the Wind River Range for a week. Jonathan Bailey and his yellow Labrador retriever Wrigley had been separated from their group in the Bridger Wilderness.

Jen KocherSeptember 11, 2026

Ken Buck: Americans Are Worried About Threat To Democracy. It's Not Trump Or Republicans.

Columnist Ken Buck writes, "Americans are not naive. They understand there is a real threat to our democracy knocking at the door. But it's not Trump or congressional Republicans, no matter how hard the media tries. It's the creep of socialism."

Ken BuckSeptember 11, 2026

Cam Sholly, pictured here in front of Elk Peak in Yellowstone National Park, is ending his nearly 8-year run as the park’s superintendent.

Cam Sholly Leaving As Yellowstone National Park Superintendent After 8-Year Run

Cam Sholly is stepping down as Yellowstone National Park superintendent after eight years that included dealing with COVID-19, massive flooding and record crowds. He said his departure has nothing to do with a rumored conflict with the administration.

Mark HeinzSeptember 11, 2026

Mills Emergency Meeting To Cover Bar Nunn Payroll In Bank Shutdown 'Torpedoed'

The mayor of Mills tried to work with the city council to cover payroll for Bar Nunn employees while Hilltop Bank was shuttered due to a cybersecurity issue. Some council members "torpedoed" the effort, Bar Nunn’s mayor says, but the bank found a way to help.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 11, 2026

Wyoming Sportscaster Frank Gambino Dies Unexpectedly At The Age Of 63

Wyoming sportscaster Frank Gambino, a fixture in Wyoming sports for more than four decades, unexpectedly died Thursday at age 63. The three-time sportscaster of the year was beloved by his colleagues. “There will never be another Frank Gambino," said K2's Bob Price.

Kolby FedoreSeptember 11, 2026

Smoke rises southwest of Wheatland, Wyoming, as the Moonshine Fire burns in rugged and remote terrain in northern Albany County.

‘All We Can Do Is Pray And Hope’ Say Ranchers In Path Of Fast-Growing 'Moonshine Fire'

Ranchers in the path of the fast-growing "Moonshine Fire" that, as of Friday afternoon, has churned through more than 5,600 acres of land about southwest of Wheatland are more than worried. ‘All we can do is pray and hope,’ said one lifetime area rancher.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 11, 2026

Battle Lake is a natural 22-acre alpine body of water formed by a moraine dam in Carbon County.

Saving Battle Lake: How A Small Carbon County District Outbid Luxury Developers

When the Little Snake River Conservation District in Carbon County saw luxury real estate developers circling scenic Battle Lake to subdivide, a coalition worked to outbid them. "We were able to pull it together and make it happen,” said one resident.

Renée JeanSeptember 11, 2026

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Guest Column: The Roadless Rule Protects More Than Wild Places

Greater Yellowstone Coalition Director Scott Christensen writes, "Scrapping the Roadless Rule could have real consequences for our fall outdoor adventures, but also for drinking water, wildlife that defines the West, and our efforts to prevent wildfires."

Guest ColumnSeptember 11, 2026

Carl Fisher, Executive Director of the Wyoming Outdoor Council

Guest Column: Now Is Your Chance To Define Responsible Data Center Development

Wyoming Outdoor Council Director Carl Fisher writes, "It’s time we worked together to define what responsible data center development looks like on Wyoming’s terms — now and for future generations. Leaders who fail to give the public modern tools to address modern challenges are merely feeding “Club no”.

Guest ColumnSeptember 11, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Friday, September 11, 2026

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Jake NicholsSeptember 11, 2026

Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: September 11, 2026

Friday's headlines include: * $5,000 Not Bribery, Says GOP Chief * Shots Fired In Weston County Manhunt * Wildlife Advocates Love Game & Fish Trust Fund

Mac WatsonSeptember 11, 2026

Rod Miller: September Memories Around the Ol’ Campfire

Columnist Rod Miller writes, "Two weeks into September and the weather still felt like July, version 3.0. Cowboys sat as far away from the campfire as they could to escape the withering heat. Even the nighthawks were sweating as they swooped above."

Rod MillerSeptember 11, 2026

Lawmakers: Game And Fish Commission Meeting Not Place To Ask About Departed Director

Legislators and Wyoming Game and Fish Department top brass said Thursday that meetings to discuss the agency's funding weren't the place to bring up Angi Bruce's departure as director. Some cited "personnel matters" for not talking publicly about Bruce.

Mark HeinzSeptember 11, 2026

A 16-year-old Casper honor student pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges he was among a group of teens who shot up downtown Casper after a confrontation July 15. Bystanders said they heard 30-40 rounds around midnight at David Street Station.

Casper Honor Student Pleads Not Guilty To Shooting Up Downtown In Showdown

A 16-year-old Casper honor student pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges he was among a group of teens who shot up downtown Casper during a showdown July 15. Bystanders said they heard 30-40 rounds around midnight at the David Street Station.

Dale KillingbeckSeptember 10, 2026

Page and Keith Mamot found this 2-year-old black bear in their second home near Driggs, Idaho. The bear was shot and killed soon after by sheriff’s deputies under a zero-tolerance policy related to occupied structures.

Casper Couple Saddened By Bear Killed For Entering Their Second Home In Idaho

A Casper couple said they’re saddened because a black bear that broke into their second home near Driggs, Idaho, was killed under a zero-tolerance policy for bears that enter occupied structures. “He wasn’t mean or aggressive,” Page Mamot said.

Mark HeinzSeptember 10, 2026

What began as a few local bagpipers honoring the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks has become the Lander Bag Pipers, which has become a fixture in the town and memorializes the anniversiary of 9/11 each year since. Above, that first group performs a month after the attacks, as published in the Riverton Ranger/Lander Journal.

Lander Bagpipe Band Began 25 Years Ago As A Response To 9/11 Terrorist Attacks

The Lander Pipe Band began as a one-time performance in response to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Now 25 years later, it’s played at every local 9/11 memorial service and has become a fixture in the central Wyoming town.

Jackie DorothySeptember 10, 2026

The Pizza Hut restaurant on Gateway Boulevard in Rock Springs, Wyoming.

It Took 6 Officers To Take Down Man With Knife At Rock Springs Pizza Place

It took six Rock Springs police officers to subdue a 6-foot, 260-pound man who threatened to stab them at a local Pizza Hut restaurant, claiming he’d been in prison, that the “cartel” wanted him for being a “snitch” and daring police to “kill me, bitch!”

Greg JohnsonSeptember 10, 2026

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