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Letter To The Editor: Fading Hopes For The University Of Wyoming
Dear editor: The UW Board of Trustees should create a concise mandate for UW to return to authentic education and the development of tenacity. This would distinguish us among American universities and would inevitably draw interest from students nationwide.
February 18, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsFebruary 18, 2026
Tom Lubnau: Saving Pennies, Burning Dollars
Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "Here's one that will hit you in the wallet – and one you didn’t see coming. How would you like it if your tax relief cost you more in insurance premiums than your discounted tax bill – or cost you your homeowners insurance, all together?"
Tom LubnauFebruary 18, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Wednesday's headlines include: * Check-Gate Investigation Paused * Dog Survives 43 Days In Sub-Zero Temps * Gordon Bans Campaign Contributions On Gov Prop
Mac WatsonFebruary 18, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Public Lands Made Me a Hunter. Wyoming Should Lead in Protecting Them.
Dear editor: I urge legislators in both chambers to support SJ0009. It honors Wyoming’s sporting traditions, supports working landscapes, and keeps public lands available to the people who rely on them today and the generations riding in behind us.
February 18, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Rebecca Bextel Should Be Banned
Dear Editor: Does it really surprise anyone (anyone!) that it is Rebecca Bextel who perpetrated one of the most categorically shameless stunts ever to hit the Wyoming legislative chamber?
CSD StaffFebruary 18, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Seventeen Years Without Change — Wyoming’s Retirees Are Feeling It
Dear editor: For more than 17 years, Wyoming state retirees have gone without a single increase to their retirement. In that time, the cost of housing, groceries, utilities, and especially healthcare has steadily climbed.
February 18, 2026
Former Wyoming Rep. James Byrd Announces Run For U.S. Senate
Former Democratic state Rep. James Byrd could square off against U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman for a U.S. Senate seat, if both win in their primary elections.
Kate MeadowsFebruary 18, 2026
Return Of Winter Leads To Multiple Crashes On Wyoming's Highways
A return of winter led to multi-vehicle crashes and several semitrailer blow-overs across Wyoming on Tuesday. The Wyoming Highway Patrol was busy responding to multiple crashes involving 16-20 vehicles with confirmed injuries.
Andrew RossiFebruary 18, 2026
Dog Rescued After 43 Days Lost In The Colorado Rockies
Rocky, a Labrador-boxer mix, survived alone for 43 days in subzero nights in the Colorado mountains after escaping from his harness on a walk. “He’s a survivor,” said the rescuer. “He went from 50 pounds down to 26 pounds. He went against all the odds.”
Andrew RossiFebruary 18, 2026
Gordon Bans Campaign Donations On State Property, Chuck Gray Silent
Gov. Mark Gordon on Tuesday banned campaign contributions on state property. So did the Senate, in areas it controls, in response to the "CheckGate" controversy. Meanwhile, the state's top election official, Chuck Gray, remains silent on the controversy.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 17, 2026
Committee OKs Bill To Keep Some Landowners From Claiming All Hunting Tags
Landowners won’t be able to claim all the tags in certain big game hunting areas under a bill a legislative committee forwarded to the Wyoming Senate floor on Tuesday.
Mark HeinzFebruary 17, 2026
"Ain't Nobody Stabbing Nobody": Wyoming House, Senate Battle Tuesday Over Budget
The Wyoming Senate voted Tuesday to restore the governor's $11 billion budget, but the House voted against it. Things got heated when Rep. Mike Yin said budget-planners stabbed agencies they disliked. "Ain't nobody stabbing nobody," House Speaker Chip Neiman said.
Clair McFarland & David MadisonFebruary 17, 2026
Beggars Can't Be Choosers: Snow On The Way, Not Great But Better Than Nothing
Meteorologists aren’t seeing a persistent trend yet, but they see this week of winter weather as a promising sign. And after the winter season so far, beggars can’t be choosers. “The next several days are going to be very busy,” said meteorologist Don Day
Andrew RossiFebruary 17, 2026
Wyoming Lawmakers Move To Ban “Destruction” Of Water For Hydrogen Production
A bill born from the fight over a controversial Converse County wind and hydrogen project passed the House Ag Committee 8-1 on Tuesday. The legislation could impact its sister project in Niobrara County — and any future effort to split Wyoming water into fuel.
David MadisonFebruary 17, 2026
CheckGate Committee Votes To Pause Investigation Because Of Sheriff's Involvement
The chair of the Wyoming legislative committee investigating the check-passing controversy that unfolded last week told his colleagues Tuesday the committee wants to pause its work – because the local sheriff's office has undertaken its own investigation.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 17, 2026
Wyoming Wants To Do What No Other State Has Done: Take Over Federal Mineral Leasing
The Wyoming Senate is advancing a first-of-its-kind resolution asking Congress to let the state run the federal mineral leasing program within its borders. Even supporters acknowledge it's a heavy lift.
David MadisonFebruary 17, 2026
Wyoming Mule Deer Fat And Happy Now But Biologists Say Snowfall Is Needed
Unlike the winter of 2022-2023, when mule deer were starving and dying by the thousands in Wyoming, this year the herd is looking quite healthy. “The deer are fat. They look awesome,” said avid hunter and deer conservationist Zachary Key of La Barge.
Mark HeinzFebruary 17, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsFebruary 17, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Tuesday, February 16, 2026
Tuesday's headlines include: * Senate Forwards Bill Rescuing Biz Council * Former Lawmakers Angered Over Check-Gate * Gordon Says Jonah Field Ruling Is “Direct Assault” On Wyo
Mac WatsonFebruary 17, 2026
Senate Committee Advances Bill To 'Freeze,' Rebuild Wyoming Business Council
The state Senate advanced a bill Monday that would rescue the Wyoming Business Council by rebuilding the controversial agency. It also would freeze its work while lawmakers and others reevaluate the council.
Clair McFarland & David MadisonFebruary 17, 2026
Montana Cowgirl Recovers Stolen Trailer, 'Will Never Stop Looking' For Saddles
Montana bronc rider Brittany Miller recovered her stolen horse trailer and some of her custom-made equipment after it was stolen Jan. 31. Now, she hopes her social media posts and anonymous tips will help her recover the rest of her stolen gear.
Andrew RossiFebruary 17, 2026
Young Driver Saved By Life360 App After Hitting A Cow In Sheridan County
First responders saved a young driver after he hit a cow on a dark Sheridan County road Friday night. They were alerted to the crash by the Life360 app, which sent an emergency alert to the driver's parents and first responders.
Andrew RossiFebruary 17, 2026
Future Of Wyoming’s Derecho Supercomputer Uncertain Amid Management Change
The future of Wyoming’s Derecho supercomputer is uncertain after the National Science Foundation announced plans to shift operations to a third party, leaving state and university leaders seeking to preserve its local role.
Renée JeanFebruary 17, 2026