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Jonathan Lange: Department of Health Caught Violating Federal Law

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “Significant portions of the (state) curriculum had nothing to do with birds and bees. Instead, the Wyoming Department of Health curriculum jumped into the culture wars and propounded gender ideology.”

Jonathan LangeAugust 29, 2025

Houston-based Harvest Midstream has signed a $1 billion deal to buy MPLX's extensive natural gas network across the Uinta and Green River basins. It’s the first major investment in Wyoming energy for the company and its billionaire owner, Jeff Hildebrand.

$1 Billion Pipeline Deal Is Energy Giant's First Play Into Wyoming Energy

Houston-based Harvest Midstream has signed a $1 billion deal to buy MPLX's extensive natural gas network across the Uinta and Green River basins. It’s the first major investment in Wyoming energy for the company and its billionaire owner, Jeff Hildebrand.

David MadisonAugust 29, 2025

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Dennis Sun: There Are No Crystal Balls When It Comes To Beef Prices

Ag columnist Dennis Sun writes, "Every month, there is big news about beef at the meat counter, including consumers paying record prices and cattle bringing in record prices for producers."

Dennis SunAugust 29, 2025

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Guest Column: Legislative Denialism And Its Consequences

Rep. Joe Webb writes, "Bills to protect girls’ locker rooms, sports, and sororities were brought forward, only to be killed by legislators who shrugged, 'the transgender debate is a big-city problem, not a Wyoming problem.' Then reality knocked."

Guest ColumnAugust 29, 2025

Pilot Kevin Hefley was identified as the man shot and killed Tuesday, June 24, 2025, west of Pine Bluffs, Wyoming, the Laramie County Sheriff's Office reports.

Two Months After Pine Bluffs Crop Duster Killed, Investigation Continues

More than two months after a Pine Bluffs crop duster was shot to death, the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office reported Friday that it’s still investigating. “Detectives are actively working on this complex case,” the agency says.

Greg JohnsonAugust 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump shows crime statistics as he delivers remarks during a press conference in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC.

Wyoming Delegation Applauds Huge Drop In D.C. Crime Since Trump’s Crackdown

Since President Trump sent federal troops and agents into Washington, D.C., on Aug. 7, carjackings are down by a whopping 87%. That and other numbers show Trump’s crackdown on crime is working, Wyoming’s congressional delegation says.

Sean BarryAugust 29, 2025

An oft-painted rock south of the Wyoming-Colorado border is demanding the release of the Epstein files. So are Wyoming leaders on both sides of the political aisle, left and right.

Now Even A Rock Is Demanding The Release Of The Epstein Files

An oft-painted rock south of the Wyoming-Colorado border is demanding the release of the Epstein files. So are Wyoming leaders on both sides of the political aisle, left and right.

Clair McFarlandAugust 28, 2025

A Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper was hurt Tuesday when a semi crashed into a patrol vehicle on Interstate 80 near Rawlins. A witness who was there said a lot of drivers, not just the semi, failed to slow down or yield to the crash scene or responders.

Wyoming Highway Patrol Trooper Struck By Semi On I-80 At Scene of Another Incident

A Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper was hurt Tuesday when a semitruck crashed into a patrol vehicle on Interstate 80 near Rawlins. A witness who was there said a lot of drivers, not just the semi, failed to slow down or yield to the crash scene or responders.

Andrew RossiAugust 28, 2025

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Guest Column: We Are Wyoming — Setting the Record Straight on the WEA

Kimberly Amen, president of the Wyoming Education Association, writes, "Recently, Rep. Rodriguez-Williams wrote a guest column mischaracterizing the Wyoming Education Association (WEA) and the educators we represent. It’s time to set the record straight."

Guest ColumnAugust 28, 2025

The Big Horn County Sheriff's Office confirmed Thursday that the body of Grant Gardner, 38, has been found and recovered from Cloud Peak in the Bighorn Mountains. Gardner summited the peak on July 29, touching off an extensive 20-day search.

Body Of Missing Minnesota Hiker Found, Recovered From Bighorn Mountains

The Big Horn County Sheriff's Office confirmed Thursday that the body of Grant Gardner, 38, has been found and recovered from Cloud Peak in the Bighorn Mountains. Gardner summited the peak on July 29, touching off an extensive 20-day search.

Andrew RossiAugust 28, 2025

Around 9 p.m. Tuesday, a Dodge Durango struck a Yamaha R6 motorcycle from behind on Horse Creek Road northwest of Cheyenne. The Yamaha rider was wearing a helmet and is expected to recover from serious injuries, authorities say.

Motorcyclist In Hospital After Getting Smashed From Behind On Wyoming Highway

The rider of a Yamaha R6 motorcycle was hospitalized Tuesday night after getting smashed into from behind by a Dodge Durango on Wyoming Highway 221. The collision embedded the Yamaha deep into the front end of the Durango.

Andrew RossiAugust 28, 2025

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Wyoming Senate District 6 Finalists Share Values But Differ On Legislative Approach

The three contenders for the Wyoming Senate seat vacated by Darin Smith are all pro-life, pro-ICE, and pro-restriction of sexual content in children’s libraries. But they differ in how they’d approach those issues.

Clair McFarlandAugust 28, 2025

Spanish energy giant Repsol’s plan for 170 turbines near Horse Creek is dividing Laramie County ranchers. Locals weigh the economic benefits against threats to wildlife, traffic, coveted views and private property rights.

Wyoming Ranchers Divided Over 50,000-Acre Laramie County Wind Farm Plan

Spanish energy giant Repsol’s plan for 170 turbines near Horse Creek is dividing Laramie County ranchers. Some say the project is a threat to wildlife and the serenity of the area while others say it's a private property issue and landowners should be able to develop their own land.

Jackson WalkerAugust 28, 2025

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Guest Column: Empowering Local Expertise: Wyoming's Path To Responsible Coal Residuals Management

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and EPA Region 8 Administrator Cyrus Western write, "By putting regulatory authority in Wyoming's hands, we can cut through unnecessary red tape, allowing local voices to guide the future of energy and environmental protection in the state."

Guest ColumnAugust 28, 2025

If EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin thinks President Trump should pardon a Cheyenne mechanic for removing emissions controls from diesel engines, he’s not saying so publicly. He said Thursday that his opinion on the issue is for Trump, not the media.

Should Diesel Mechanic Be Pardoned? Zeldin Says His Opinion Is For The President

If EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin thinks President Trump should pardon a Cheyenne mechanic for removing emissions controls from diesel engines, he’s not saying so publicly. He said Thursday that his opinion on the issue is for Trump, not the media.

Greg JohnsonAugust 28, 2025

Casper police evacuated a business with apartments above late Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 27, 2025, to arrest a suspect. A woman who said she’s the suspect’s mother said she learned he was wanted on suspicion of homicide.

Casper Police Evacuate Building To Arrest Man; Mom Says He Was Wanted For Homicide

Casper police evacuated a business with apartments above late Wednesday afternoon to arrest a suspect. A woman who said she’s the suspect’s mother said she learned he was wanted on suspicion of homicide.

Dale KillingbeckAugust 28, 2025

Julie Cross appeared in Casper Circuit Court on Wednesday to face charges related to alleged abuse of a nursing facility patient.

Casper Nursing Care Worker Accused Of Tying Woman’s Head To Bed In Court

A 50-year-old former nursing home worker appeared in Casper Circuit Court on Wednesday to face charges of abuse and imprisonment. She’s accused of tying a woman’s head to a bed.

Dale KillingbeckAugust 28, 2025

Some worry that rescinding the 2001 Roadless Rule would impinge upon Wyoming’s prime remote hunting and angling areas.

Ending Roadless Rule Threatens Wyoming’s Hunting and Fishing, Outdoors Groups Say

The 2001 Roadless Rule applies to remote areas all over Wyoming, and the Trump administration might rescind it. Outdoors groups claim that could ruin prime hunting and fishing spots, while others say the rule has stunted proper management of forests.

Mark HeinzAugust 27, 2025

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