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Elk Fire Breaking The Rules Of Wildfires And ‘Is Behaving Like A Teenager’
The strategists in charge of battling the huge 76,000-acre Elk Fire in northern Wyoming say the stubborn blaze is breaking the rules of wildfires. One said it even seems oppositional to authority and “is behaving like a teenager.”
Renée JeanOctober 10, 2024
Gap Pucci, Wyoming’s Spaghetti Western Cowboy, Dead At 89
Gap Pucci, a unique spaghetti Western cowboy and hunting guide, lived the Wyoming lifestyle he loved. He died Monday at age 89. He told Cowboy State Daily earlier this year he imagined Heaven as a place “with all the good horses I ever rode.”
Jake NicholsOctober 10, 2024
Morning Show with Jake - Thursday, October 10, 2024
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Jake NicholsOctober 10, 2024
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Thursday, October 10, 2024
Thursday's headlines include: * Concealed Carry Moves Forward At State Capitol * Homeowner Doesn't Back Down Against Elk Fire & Wins * Steamboat, Largest Geyser In World, Erupts Again But Slowing Down
Wendy CorrOctober 10, 2024
No Charges For Officer Who Shot, Killed Casper Man Who Talked About "Death By Cop"
Citing a shortage of evidence to support a criminal case, Natrona County District Attorney Dan Itzen decided this week not to charge a Casper Police Department officer who shot and killed Trae Spurlock, 26, in June.
Clair McFarlandOctober 10, 2024
Gillette Hand-Count Ballot Test Shows It Would Take Hundreds Of Counters, Cost Up To $1.3M
A test of hand counting election ballots in Gillette on Friday shows that it would take hundreds of volunteers to do and cost up to $1.3 million. Wyoming law also would need to be changed to allow more time for results.
Leo WolfsonOctober 10, 2024
Armed With A Hose And Weed Sprayer, Wyoming Man Defends His Home From Elk Fire
Warren Tritschler defended his home in the Horseshoe subdivision near Dayton from the Elk Fire with a garden hose and a weed sprayer. He’s one of the many so-called “Hillbilly Hotshots” determined to help fight the huge wildfire.
Renée JeanOctober 09, 2024
Gloriously Plump Mama Crowned Queen Of ‘Fat Bear Week’
Alaska brown bears gorge themselves on salmon for the upcoming winter, oblivious they’re competing for a coveted title — Fat Bear Week champion. This year’s winner is Grazer, a bulked-out bruin that ate her way to back-to-back titles.
Mark HeinzOctober 09, 2024
Guest Column: Clarity On Cheyenne Schools
As Chairman of the Select Committee for School Facilities, it is my responsibility to provide a factual perspective on the recent comments circulating on social media regarding the Legislative branch's involvement in the contentious issue concerning Cheyenne’s Most Cost Effective Remedy study.
CSD StaffOctober 09, 2024
Guest Column: Exposing the Hypocrisy of ‘Environmental Justice’
Sen. Cynthia Lummis writes, "One of the more extreme, left-wing ideas you may have heard of is “environmental justice.” Contrary to its name, this buzzword is yet another effort by the Biden-Harris administration to block traditional energy and infrastructure projects."
CSD StaffOctober 09, 2024
Plan For Concealed Carry In Some Areas Of Wyoming Capitol Gets Green Light
If it holds up, people will be able to concealed carry firearms in some areas of the Wyoming Capitol under a draft rule passed Wednesday by the State Building Commission.
Leo WolfsonOctober 09, 2024
Tom Lubnau: Wyoming Politics Has Been Californicated, And We Are Worse Off For It
Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "The crystal ball of political future does not bode well for Wyoming politics being local. Chuck Gray and the Freedom Caucus proved high dollar out-of-state style politics wins elections in Wyoming."
Tom LubnauOctober 09, 2024
Natrona County Finally Claims Road It Maintained For Decades But Never Owned
After decades of maintaining and treating Natrona County Road 505 on the back side of Casper Mountain as a public road, it finally is. County commissioners voted Wednesday to legally claim the road and end a dispute with private landowners along it.
Dale KillingbeckOctober 09, 2024
Pack Trail Fire Still Growing In Northwest Wyoming, Now At 66,000 Acres
Much of Wyoming is watching the Elk Fire, which has threatened communities in Sheridan County. But the Pack Trail Fire started first in rugged northwest Wyoming. It’s at 66,000 acres and still growing.
October 09, 2024
Letter To The Editor: If You Live In Wyoming, Get Your Plates In Wyoming
Dear editor: Those Montana plates in the northern part of Wyoming have become a huge problem as those tax dollars DO NOT pay for Wyoming roads or services, including fire fighters and first responders.
October 09, 2024
Steamboat, World’s Largest Geyser, Erupts For Fifth Time This Year
Steamboat Geyser, the largest in Yellowstone and the world, erupted for the fifth time this year Monday. After six years of active eruptions, volcanologists say Steamboat seems to be losing some steam.
Andrew RossiOctober 09, 2024
Mob Of 100 Hungry Raccoons Drives Woman From Her Home
After 100 raccoons invaded a Washington woman’s property and drove her from her home, things could end badly for the raccoons. Wyoming wildlife experts say it’s a lesson on why you shouldn’t feed wild animals.
Mark HeinzOctober 09, 2024
Rod Miller: Remembering Yellowstone On Fire In '88
Rod Miller writes, "I was working in Governor Sullivan’s office when the Park caught fire in ‘88. As the news spread around the country, it caused the same sort of visceral reaction among folks. Yellowstone was on fire!"
Rod MillerOctober 09, 2024
Race To Represent Reservation Could Be Best Shot For Wyoming Dems To Turn A Seat
The Wyoming House race between incumbent Republican Sarah Penn and Democratic challenger Ivan Posey is one to watch. It could be the best shot Democrats have at turning a seat in the Legislature.
Leo WolfsonOctober 09, 2024
Firefighters Hold Off Elk Fire As It Threatens Sheridan’s Water Supply
As the 76,000-acre Elk Fire continues to be active and push southeast along the face of the Bighorn Mountains, it’s threatening Sheridan’s water supply. The fire made a run at the Big Goose Water Treatment Plant early Wednesday.
Greg JohnsonOctober 09, 2024
Morning Show with Jake - Wednesday, October 9, 2024
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Jake NicholsOctober 09, 2024
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Wednesday's headlines include: * Gillette Woman Stabbed 8 Times In Her Home * “Hillbilly Hotshots” Protect Neighbors During Elk Fire * Climbing A Tree To Escape A Grizzly Not The Best Idea
Wendy CorrOctober 09, 2024
Wyoming’s Highest Paid Administrator Makes $525K, Manages $30B In State Assets
Few people in Wyoming have likely heard of Patrick Fleming, the outgoing chief investment officer for the state of Wyoming who manages $30 billion in assets. He’s also the state’s highest paid administrator, making $525,000 a year.
Leo WolfsonOctober 09, 2024
Rural Wyomingites — AKA Hotshot Hillbillies — Help Save 1887 Double Rafter Ranch
The Double Rafter Ranch has been a fixture in northern Wyoming since 1887. It’s still there, thanks in part to the local Hillbilly Hotshots — a group of self-appointed rancher-firefighters — who helped save it from the Elk Fire.
Renée JeanOctober 08, 2024