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Starting in 2026, the new 25% property tax cut is no longer automatic. People hoping to benefit must sign up by Feb. 2 and attest they live in their homes eight months of the year. This also means the most ardent opponents don't have to sign up for it. 

Freedom Caucus Reminds Everyone That Sign-Up Required To Get 25% Tax Cut

Starting in 2026, the new 25% property tax cut is no longer automatic. People hoping to benefit must sign up by Feb. 2 and attest they live in their homes eight months of the year. This also means the most ardent opponents don't have to sign up for it. 

Jackson WalkerOctober 03, 2025

Land set aside for non-motorized use is being sought for a gravel mining operation at the base of Casper Mountain. Residents adjacent to the mine are raising opposition.

Leases For Controversial Casper Gravel Pit Shot Down Again By State Land Board

An effort to keep alive a controversial gravel mine proposal for state land near the base of Casper Mountain was shot down again Thursday by the Wyoming State Board of Land Commissioners, 3-2. It's the second time the leases have been denied.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 02, 2025

The Bureau of Land Management’s controversial plan for managing millions of acres in southwest Wyoming is again open for public comment. A Wyoming legislator said he’s confident that federal officials will get it right this time.

Here We Go Again: Controversial BLM Rock Springs Plan Reopened For Public Comment

The Bureau of Land Management’s controversial plan for managing millions of acres in southwest Wyoming is again open for public comment. A Wyoming legislator said he’s confident that federal officials will get it right this time.

Mark HeinzOctober 02, 2025

Secretary of State Chuck Gray, right, and State Treasurer Curt Meier sparred over whether Wyoming needs wind power Thursday as the state land board considered renewing 50-year leases for two Carbon County wind farms. The board voted 3-2 for the leases.

Chuck Gray, Curt Meier Spar Over Renewing 50-Year Wind Leases In Carbon County

Secretary of State Chuck Gray and State Treasurer Curt Meier sparred over whether Wyoming needs wind power Thursday as the state land board considered renewing 50-year leases for two Carbon County wind farms. The board voted 3-2 for the leases.

Steve BohnelOctober 02, 2025

Laramie County Republicans are torn between two prominent events, both set for Oct. 17. One is a local memorial honoring Charlie Kirk, while another is the party's Red State Rendezvous to help raise money for the Laramie County GOP. Above left, a memorial rally for Kirk at the state Capitol on Sept. 13. At right is Tulsi Gabbard, the keynote speaker at the county party's Red State Summit in September 2024.

Kirk Memorial Or Party Fundraiser? Events On Same Night Split Cheyenne GOP

Laramie County Republicans are torn between two prominent events, both set for Oct. 17. One is a local memorial honoring Charlie Kirk, while another is the party's Red State Rendezvous to help raise money for the Laramie County GOP. 

Jackson WalkerOctober 02, 2025

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2025, wrote a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to pardon Wyoming diesel "delete" mechanic Troy Lake. Lake altered emissions systems in ailing diesel trucks, but his prison term is unfair, she says.

Lummis' Letter Urges Trump To Pardon Wyoming Diesel 'Delete' Mechanic

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Tuesday wrote a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to pardon Wyoming diesel "delete" mechanic Troy Lake. Lake altered emissions systems in ailing diesel trucks, but his prison term is unfair, she says.

Clair McFarlandOctober 02, 2025

A rider with a large American flag does a lap around the Cheyenne Frontier Days arena. As states gear up for America’s 250th birthday, Wyoming is planning a huge statewide Westen blowout. Old West icons, outlaws, historic trails, and a slate of uniquely Wyoming events will call to tourists seeking Western adventures.

Wyoming To Host A Huge Western Blowout For Nation’s 250th Anniversary

As states gear up for America’s 250th birthday, Wyoming is planning a huge statewide Western blowout. Old West icons, outlaws, historic trails, and a slate of uniquely Wyoming events will call to tourists seeking Western adventures.

Renée JeanOctober 02, 2025

Seven Mile Ranch in Sublette County on October 1, 2025

Enjoy Record High Temps Now, Because Cold And 18 Inches Of Snow Is On The Way

Between Friday and Sunday, Wyoming will transition from sunny skies and near-record high temperatures to rain, clouds, 35-degree temperature drops, and as much as 18 inches of snow in the mountains.

Andrew RossiOctober 02, 2025

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Fort Collins Death Makes At Least Four F.E. Warren Airman Gun Incidents

A person fatally shot Tuesday morning in Fort Collins, Colorado, was an airman serving in Cheyenne, the F.E. Warren Air Force Base confirmed to Cowboy State Daily. It’s at least the fourth shooting incident involving local airmen in about 6 months.

Clair McFarlandOctober 02, 2025

Wyoming State Capitol on October 1, 2025

Letter To The Editor: The Wyoming Legislature Isn't As Bad As It Looks

Dear editor: There are countless examples of how a normal, everyday citizen here in Wyoming can go to the halls of power and make a difference. This proves once and for all: Our legislature works.

October 02, 2025

A force of 25 Laramie County Sheriff's Office deputies and officers were sworn in by ICE and authorized to enforce immigration law under Title 8, Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act on Oct. 1, 2025, in Cheyenne.

25 Laramie County Deputies Sworn In For Immigration Enforcement

The Laramie County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday had 25 deputies sworn in to help U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement with its enforcement. The deputies will work with federal authorities in enforcing immigration law, and detaining people who are in the country illegally.

Steve BohnelOctober 02, 2025

Famed Wyoming wildlife photographer Tom Mangelsen and legendary British primatologist Jane Goodall enjoyed a picnic lunch during Goodall’s first visit to Yellowstone National Park in 2001.

Famed Wyoming Photographer Looks Back On 25-Year Friendship With Jane Goodall

Famed Wyoming wildlife photographer Tom Mangelsen said his close friend, iconic British primatologist Jane Goodall, was driven in her mission, but charming enough to connect with all sorts of people. Goodall died Wednesday at age 91.

Mark HeinzOctober 02, 2025

President Trump posted memes mocking Democratic leaders on Wednesday that Republicans said were in jest. Some Democrats called them racist.

Wyoming Delegation Mum On Trump’s Sombrero Memes Mocking Dems

Wyoming’s congressional delegation declined to weigh in Wednesday on memes posted by President Donald Trump that mock top Democrats. Both memes feature House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York with a fake sombrero and handlebar mustache.

Sean BarryOctober 02, 2025

When the Laramie County dispatch center was cut off from the public with a phone line problem early Wednesday, the Laramie County dispatch center offered a workaround: go out and find a cop on the street or get to the police station.

When Phone Lines Go Out, Laramie County Dispatch Advises Find A Cop On The Street

When the Laramie County dispatch center was cut off from the public with a phone line problem early Wednesday, the Laramie County dispatch center offered a workaround: go out and find a cop on the street or get to the police station.

Scott SchwebkeOctober 02, 2025

A University of Wyoming NIL partnership features a live cow and student-athletes in Dairy MAX ads in a crossover promotion that bridges the state's agricultural industry and sports marketing.

Live Cow, Student-Athletes Star In University Of Wyoming Dairy NIL Deal

A University of Wyoming NIL partnership features a live cow and student-athletes in Dairy MAX ads in a first-of-its-kind crossover promotion that bridges the state's agricultural industry and sports marketing.

Scott SchwebkeOctober 01, 2025

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Tom Lubnau: The Becky Hadlock Saga Just Got Worse

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock ignored the subpoena. She informed the lawmakers she would not come to their tar and feathering because she had a prior commitment. Ignoring a subpoena is a really bad idea."

Tom LubnauOctober 01, 2025

The Wyoming Libertarian Party and Americans for Prosperity Wyoming want school-choice opponents to reconsider, saying teachers can use the system to their advantage. The Wyoming Education Association says those claims don't change its stance that the state's program is unconstitutional. Tyler Lindholm, pictured, is the state director for Americans for Prosperity Wyoming.

Wyoming Libertarian Party Says School Choice Doesn't Have To Be 'MAGA'

The Wyoming Libertarian Party wants school-choice opponents to reconsider, saying teachers can use the system to their advantage. The Wyoming Education Association says those claims don't change its stance that the state's program is unconstitutional. 

Steve BohnelOctober 01, 2025

Former University of Wyoming Dean of College of Engineering and Physical Sciences Cameron Wright.

Judge Says Ousted UW Dean Can Keep Suing For ‘Retaliation’ Demotion

A former University of Wyoming dean can keep suing the university over his demotion, a judge ruled Tuesday. He claims the demotion was “retaliation” for not funneling money to a school headed by the UW president’s partner.

Clair McFarlandOctober 01, 2025

A Wyoming hunter called in a bull moose to within 10 feet of where he stood while hunting elk Tuesday. The hunter said he experienced a “pure rush,” and was safe because he was behind a tree. “I’m brave, but I’m not an idiot,” he said.

Wyoming Hunter Calls Bull Moose To Within 10 Feet To Experience ‘Pure Rush’

A Wyoming hunter called in a bull moose to within 10 feet of where he stood while hunting elk Tuesday. The hunter said he experienced a “pure rush,” and was safe because he was behind a tree. “I’m brave, but I’m not an idiot,” he said.

Mark HeinzOctober 01, 2025

The mother of the man who killed a Sheridan, Wyoming, police sergeant in 2024 was sentenced Wednesday to a year and a day in prison for giving him at least one gun. Sgt. Nevada Krinkee's widow Karla said she deals with feelings of "rage and bitterness."

Widow Of Slain Sheridan Officer Feels ‘Rage And Bitterness’ As Killer’s Mom Sentenced

The mother of the man who killed a Sheridan, Wyoming, police sergeant in 2024 was sentenced Wednesday to a year and a day in prison for giving him at least one gun. Sgt. Nevada Krinkee's widow Karla said she deals with feelings of "rage and bitterness."

Jackson WalkerOctober 01, 2025

The Casper Police Department says a false reporting charge may come from Tuesday’s hourslong search of the North Platte River after a man claimed his brother fell in. The brother was found safe “at his residence” and he was never in the river.

False Reporting Charge May Come From Bogus Claim Man Fell Into Casper River

The Casper Police Department says a false reporting charge may come from Tuesday’s hourslong search of the North Platte River after a man claimed his brother fell in. The brother was found safe “at his residence” and was never in the river.

Dale KillingbeckOctober 01, 2025

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