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No Exaggeration: Cheyenne Botanic Gardens Is Tropical Oasis In Middle Of Winter
Although it sounds like hyperbole, the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens really is a tropical oasis. There are lychee trees and mango, pineapple and banana, papaya, sugar cane, coffee, and cacao trees. They come from all over the world.
Renée JeanMarch 08, 2025
Wyoming Remains A Sea Of Political Red, But There’s A Little More Blue Creeping In
While Republican voters continue to move to Wyoming and help make this famously red state even more red, data reveals that at the same time, there are a few more blips of blue. But they aren't enough to come close to challenging the GOP.
David MadisonMarch 08, 2025
Uranium Energy Corp. Produces Its First Batch Of Wyoming Yellowcake Uranium
Uranium Energy Corp. has hit a milestone, producing its first batch of Wyoming yellowcake uranium. It’s a huge step for the company as it ramps up to 8.1 million pounds of production capacity in the Cowboy State.
Renée JeanMarch 08, 2025
Gillette Shooter On The Run Had Just Been Sentenced To Probation For Theft Spree
Campbell County, Wyoming, authorities are still searching for a Gillette man considered “armed and dangerous” and implicated in a shooting. He was sentenced to probation for a theft spree eight days before Tuesday’s shooting, according to his court file.
Clair McFarlandMarch 08, 2025
Cheyenne Barber Predicts Weeks Of Misery Because Of Daylight Saving Time
Longtime Cheyenne barber Glen Chavez was upset on Friday that the semi-annual time change was happening again on Sunday morning. Chavez says that 99.9% of the customers at Trujillo's Barbershop want the tradition ended and the "clocks locked."
Jimmy OrrMarch 08, 2025
The Roundup: A Conversation With Mike Bell
This week, host Wendy Corr chats with Mike Bell, from Birmingham, England. Mike is a member of the "English Westerners' Society" – an organization which loves Wyoming, outlaws, and all things cowboy.
Wendy CorrMarch 08, 2025
After 289 Wolves Killed In Montana Last Year, Bills Push For More Hunting
Hunters and trappers in Montana killed 289 wolves last year, and legislators there are pushing for more. One bill would extend hunting and trapping seasons by three months, and another would allow the use of thermal imaging and night vision scopes.
Mark HeinzMarch 08, 2025
Meet Mike Yin: Wyoming Democrat And Perennial ‘Lone No Vote’ On Bills
House Minority Floor Leader Mike Yin of Jackson was the only Democrat on two of his committees during the 2025 Wyoming legislative session. That set him up to be the “lone no vote” on nearly 30 bills.
Leo WolfsonMarch 07, 2025
Cheyenne Farmers Worry Huge Data Center Will Suck Up Their Irrigation Water
Farmers and ranchers in eastern Laramie County are worried that a massive Facebook (Meta) data center, along with similar future projects, will suck up the water they need. Cheyenne's mayor reassures them it won't.
Mark HeinzMarch 07, 2025
Jonathan Lange: This Year’s Flood Of Election Integrity Bills Accomplished Great Things.
Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, "Kudos to Secretary of State, Chuck Gray for tirelessly pushing the legislature to fulfill its constitutional mandate to “pass laws to secure the purity of elections, and guard against abuses of the elective franchise.”
Jonathan LangeMarch 07, 2025
No New Trial For Casper Man Who Blames Antidepressant For Brutal Stabbing
A Casper man who brutally stabbed his mother-in-law and killed her husband says a double dose of antidepressants pushed him over the edge. The Wyoming Supreme Court disagreed, denying his attempt to get a new trial in a Wednesday ruling.
Clair McFarlandMarch 07, 2025
Dennis Sun: The World Has Gotten Smaller
Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "America needs to stop accepting beef from Paraguay as it doesn’t have strict health regulations over its cattle. Ranchers are worried about imported meat bringing in disease, especially foot and mouth disease."
Dennis SunMarch 07, 2025
Lander Man Missing For 3 Months Found Dead In Utah
The body of Brent Layman of Lander has been found after a three-month search. His body was found near where his car was abandoned along I-80 in Utah. No foul play is suspected.
Jen KocherMarch 07, 2025
The American West: Jedediah Smith Mountain Man Trailblazer
One of Jedediah Smith’s goals was to "be the first to view a country on which the eyes of a white man had never gazed and to follow the course of rivers that run through a new land." He would break trails to California, Oregon, and Washington.
March 07, 2025
Freedom Caucus Claims Victory After Busy 2025 Wyoming Legislative Session
The Wyoming Freedom Caucus claimed victory Friday, saying the 2025 legislative session was a success for the group of conservative legislators, their first holding a majority in the state House.
Leo WolfsonMarch 07, 2025
Wyoming Author C.J. Box’s New Novel Is No. 1 On New York Times Bestsellers List
“Battle Mountain,” the latest novel in Wyoming author C.J. Box’s popular Joe Pickett series, debuts as No. 1 on The New York Times bestsellers list.
Renée JeanMarch 07, 2025
Few Details Released About Death Of Wyoming Reservation Teen
The FBI is investigating the death of an 18-year-old Fort Washakie High School student who died on Tuesday, but few details are being released. Her father says the family is heartbroken, but is hesitant to talk about his daughter because of the federal investigation.
Clair McFarlandMarch 07, 2025
Trump’s Promise Of Death For Cop Killers Resonates With Wyoming Officers
Law enforcement officers in Wyoming say President Donald Trump’s promise to make the death penalty mandatory for people who kill police and first responders is appreciated and overdue. They also want those sentences to be carried out.
Greg JohnsonMarch 07, 2025
Morning Show with Jake — Friday, March 7, 2025
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMarch 07, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Friday, March 7, 2025
Friday's headlines include: * New Coal-Fired Power Plant Announced * Teton Sheriff Changes Mind, Will Work With ICE * Sheridan’s Ian Munsick Will Headline Frontier Days
Wendy CorrMarch 07, 2025
Night Show Lineup: Wyoming’s Ian Munsick To Headline At Cheyenne Frontier Days
Sheridan’s Ian Munsick will be the first Wyoming native to headline a night show at Cheyenne Frontier Days, it was announced Thursday. Chancey Williams also returns, along with country stars Luke Bryan, Brooks & Dunn and Travis Tritt.
Renée JeanMarch 07, 2025
Judge Sends Worland Man Accused Of Shooting His Own Dog 6 Times To Higher Court
A Worland man accused of shooting his own dog six times in a torturous fashion is headed to a felony-level court. The sheriff's office accuses Donald W. Wright, 59, of shooting his border-collie mix, "Axel," in his back yard during a wild spree.
Clair McFarlandMarch 07, 2025
Last-Minute Amendment Brings $19.5 Million Shooting Complex Back From The Dead
A $19.5 million Wyoming state shooting complex was declared dead after the Legislature refused to pitch in $10 million in state funds. A last-ditch amendment revived the project Thursday on the last day of the 2025 legislative session.
Mark HeinzMarch 07, 2025
Wyoming Man Gets 25 Years For Molesting Runaway
A Crowheart, Wyoming, man was sentenced Wednesday to 25 years in prison for the sexual abuse of a 14-year-old Wind River Indian Reservation runaway. Court documents say Quinlin James Hernandez put the girl in a chokehold, then assaulted her multiple times.
Clair McFarlandMarch 07, 2025