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Wyoming 'Bounty' Bill Inspired By Minnesota Fraud Dies, But Could Return Next Year
A Wyoming legislative committee on Monday voted down a bill that would have promised whistleblowers a cut of penalties against people who cheat the government out of money. “I love the concept of this bill,” one lawmaker said before voting to table it.
Clair McFarlandMarch 03, 2026
Wells Fargo Bank Chooses The Wyoming Reserve In Casper To Store Precious Metals
Wells Fargo has chosen The Wyoming Reserve in Casper to store its precious metals. A University of Wyoming finance professor says that's a big deal for the state. "It signals that Wyoming is no longer just an energy or agriculture story."
Renée JeanMarch 03, 2026
Budget Cuts Shut Down 50-Year Sweetwater County Home Respite Care Program
A Sweetwater County home respite care program is closing at the end of March after nearly 50 years. Budget cuts forced the move as the county adjusts for collecting less in property tax and other revenues.
Tracie SullivanMarch 03, 2026
$15 Million For PRCA Move To Cheyenne Survives Budget Votes, Heads To Governor
With $15 million approved in the $9.9 billion biennial budget approved Monday, Cheyenne is closer than ever to landing the PRCA headquarters and museum. Sen. Ogden Driskill said the funding "probably had deeper support statewide than anything I’ve seen."
Renée JeanMarch 03, 2026
Hilltop Bank completes acquisition of Cheyenne State Bank
On Friday, February 27, Hilltop Bank officially completed its acquisition of Cheyenne State Bank. The Hilltop Bank team invites you to check out the newest location by visiting 101 W. 19th Street in Downtown Cheyenne.
March 03, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMarch 03, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Tuesday's headlines include: * Legislature Passes Budget * CheckGate Housing Bill Dies * Powell McDonald’s Apologizes To Farmer
Mac WatsonMarch 03, 2026
Jackson Man To Plead To 5th DUI For Driving Chevy Tahoe In The Gros Ventre River
A 53-year-old Jackson man who drove his Chevy Tahoe about a mile up the Gros Ventre River is scheduled to plead guilty to his fifth DUI in 10 years on Tuesday. He almost hit a fisherman before getting the SUV stuck in the middle of the river.
Greg JohnsonMarch 03, 2026
Attempt To Repeal Carbon Capture Mandate Fails As Wyoming Lawmakers Run Out Of Time
Rep. Chris Knapp’s effort to repeal Wyoming's carbon capture mandate failed on Monday as it was the final day for bills to advance out of committee. The bill’s death extends the debate over whether carbon capture helps or hurts Wyoming’s coal industry.
David MadisonMarch 02, 2026
Thermopolis Caregiver Accused Of Neglecting 87-Pound Deaf And Blind Elderly Man
A Thermopolis woman is accused of neglecting an elderly man in her care who’s deaf, mostly blind, and weighs 87 pounds. A visiting doctor reported finding him wearing adult diapers that hadn’t been changed in 10-14 days.
Greg JohnsonMarch 02, 2026
Legislation Making Child Stalking And Grooming Felonies Headed To Gov's Desk
Bills making child stalking and grooming standalone felony crimes are headed for the governor's desk. The stalking bill came from a high-profile case where a 41-year-old in Glenrock stalked and harassed a 16-year-old teen for a year and received probation.
Jen KocherMarch 02, 2026
West Virginia's Move To Legalize Machine Guns Could Lead Wyoming To Do The Same
If lawmakers in West Virginia are successful in legalizing fully automatic firearms, Wyoming could follow suit. Law professor and director of UW’s Firearms Research Center said, "I could totally see it catching on here in Wyoming and Montana."
Mark HeinzMarch 02, 2026
Governor, Freedom Caucus Claim Victory As Legislature Passes $9.9 Billion Budget
Despite compromises from all sides, Gov. Gordon, Senate leaders, and House leaders all claimed victory on Monday as the Wyoming Legislature passed a $9.9 billion, two-year budget. “What a win for Wyoming!” the governor said.
Clair McFarlandMarch 02, 2026
Powell Farmer Says McDonald's Has Apologized, Will Allow Horses & Wagon In Drive-Thru
After a Powell McDonald's made international headlines last week for banning a farmer who used a drive-thru with a team of horses, the man said the franchise apologized and reversed its ban. “The support across the state has been staggering,” he said.
Andrew RossiMarch 02, 2026
Attempt To Resurrect Teton County Housing Bill Linked To CheckGate Fails In Senate
A vocal minority in the Wyoming Senate tried and failed Monday to resurrect a housing bill linked to the "CheckGate" scandal. Senate President Bo Biteman said the bill was "tainted" and should be handled next year.
Clair McFarlandMarch 02, 2026
‘A Total Loss’: Fire Guts Landmark Glenrock Restaurant Fort Diablo
The 70-year-old Fort Diablo in Glenrock was gutted by a fire Sunday, leaving the landmark restaurant “a total loss.” “I just couldn’t believe it,” owner Kevin Tate said about watching it burn. “This just sucks.”
Greg JohnsonMarch 02, 2026
Dave Simpson: CheckGate Bribery Claim Is A Bridge Too Far
Columnist Dave Simpson writes, “Whatever our sheriff decides in his investigation into bribery in the “CheckGate” imbroglio, I'd be surprised if a prosecutor would bring such a case, and doubtful that a jury would convict.”
Dave SimpsonMarch 02, 2026
In Wake Of Weston Election Scandal, Bill Advanced Criminalizing False Election Audits
Wyoming lawmakers advanced a bill Monday that criminalizes filing false election audits, despite such actions already being illegal. “I still think just to make it even clearer — why would we not do this?” Secretary of State Chuck Gray said.
David MadisonMarch 02, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Monday, March 2, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsMarch 02, 2026
An Unexpected Open Door in Central America’s Public Schools
Vision Beyond Borders, based in Casper, Wyoming, has spent decades distributing Bibles in places where access to Scripture is limited or restricted. Now, in a remarkable turn, doors are opening in public school systems across Panama, Costa Rica, Honduras, and Colombia.
March 02, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Please Use Facts When Discussing Economic Impact Of Wolves
Dear editor: A 2021 study by the University of Montana’s Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research estimated $82 million annually in wolf-related economic impact.
March 02, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Stop Crow Hunting Now!
Dear editor: Treating such animals as disposable targets for unlimited “sport” is ethically indefensible, especially when human–crow conflicts in agriculture can be addressed through humane, nonlethal means.
CSD StaffMarch 02, 2026
Letter To The Editor: If Anything, We Need More Flock Cameras
Dear editor: If you are a law abiding person, why do you have to worry about privacy? These cameras are to help catch criminals, not law-abiding people! So what's your problem?
March 02, 2026
Gail Symons: Bait And Switch Catch Titles
Columnist Gail Symons writes, "So here's the reality. All 23 Wyoming sheriffs say the bill harms law enforcement. An out-of-state activist says it's necessary. Legislators choose the activist's language over Wyoming's own law enforcement."
Gail SymonsMarch 02, 2026