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Rep. John Bear, House Appropriations chair (left) and Gov. Mark Gordon (right) both claimed victory on Monday with passage of the budget.

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 Man Banned From McDonald's After Driving Horses Through Drive-Thru

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

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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

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.”

‘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

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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

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 (left) said. Rep. Cale Case (right) voted no.

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

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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

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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

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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

A young grizzly bear and two wolves had a close encounter in Yellowstone National Park. It was a passing moment, not the beginning of a best-buddies relationship between the apex predators.

Don't Read Too Much Into A Peaceful Moment Between Yellowstone Wolves And Grizzly

Although a spectacular photo taken by a wildlife photographer in Yellowstone may give the illusion that this grizzly and two wolves are buddies, they're not. Biologist Cecily Costello said It just means they’ve decided fighting right then wasn't worth the risk.

Mark HeinzMarch 02, 2026

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Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Monday, March 2, 2026

Monday's headlines include: * Missing After Four Years * Teton County’s Staggering Wealth * Parents Want Lifetouch Photos Ousted

Mac WatsonMarch 02, 2026

In her last Hollywood on-screen role, Martha Sleeper of Meeteetse, Wyoming, played the role of Patsy’s mother in “The Bells of St. Mary’s” with Bing Crosby and William Gargan.

How A Meeteetse Sheep Rancher’s Daughter Became A Hollywood Movie Starlet

The daughter of a Meeteetse, Wyoming, sheep rancher, Martha Sleeper became a Hollywood starlet from the 1920s to 1940s. Trading the ranch for big city, she shared movie screens with film giants like John Wayne, Bing Crosby and Randolph Scott.

Jackie DorothyMarch 02, 2026

Jazz vocal group The Manhattan Transfer became a household name in 1981 with the release of their hit “Boy From New York City.” Cheyenne’s Trist Curless, far right, sang bass in the quartet for the last 10 years of their run.

The Cheyenne Man Who Sang Bass For The Manhattan Transfer

Jazz vocal group The Manhattan Transfer became a household name in 1981 with the release of their hit “Boy From New York City.” Cheyenne’s Trist Curless sang bass in the quartet for the last 10 years of their run.

Wendy CorrMarch 01, 2026

Only one specimen of Alcovasaurus has ever been found, named for the tiny Wyoming town of Alcova, where it was discovered more than 100 years ago. It almost went extinct again when a burst pipe destroyed most of the fossils at the University of Wyoming. The fossilized femur and plaster tail spike of Alcovasaurus in the collections of the University of Wyoming Geological Museum. Despite over a century of searching in the Morrison Formation, and millions of Late Jurassic fossils found, this is only Alcovasaurus fossil known to exist.

Alcovasaurus: The Wyoming Dinosaur That Almost Went Extinct Again After Discovery

Only one specimen of Alcovasaurus has ever been found, named for the tiny Wyoming town of Alcova, where it was discovered more than 100 years ago. It almost went extinct again when a burst pipe destroyed most of the fossils at the University of Wyoming.

Andrew RossiMarch 01, 2026

Actor Roy Rogers, the 'King of Cowboys', riding his horse Trigger in front of a group of school children at Harringay Stadium, London, March 20 1954. He's on his favorite of his own brand of plastic saddles.

Western Star Roy Rogers Preferred Plastic Saddles Made In Lusk, Wyoming

Roy Roger’s iconic red, white and blue saddle with its vibrant colors is not leather like many fans assume but a plastic saddle made in Lusk, Wyoming. The western star was so enthralled with them that he became a spokesman for the fledgling company.

Jackie DorothyMarch 01, 2026

If Wyomingites want to see the only total lunar eclipse of 2026, they’ll need to set their alarms for 4 a.m. Tuesday. And they might want to, as it will be blood red and the last until February 2027.

Set Your Alarm Clocks, Wyoming: Blood Red Lunar Eclipse At 4 a.m. Tuesday

The only total lunar eclipse of 2026 will happen early Tuesday morning. For Wyomingites, that means getting up at 4 a.m. Anyone who sleeps in will miss it all. The moon will set shortly before sunrise and before the eclipse is over. 

Andrew RossiMarch 01, 2026

Sheridan Community Land Trust leads a walking tour of history along Soldier Ridge Trail.

Instead of ‘Keep Out,’ Wyoming Rancher Invites People To ‘Come Hike’ On His Property

Many private ranches in Wyoming are more likely to post “Keep Out” signs than invite people to hike on their land. One rancher took a chance a decade ago, and the result is a legacy trail that will forever protect the view for Sheridan’s western edge.

Renée JeanMarch 01, 2026

An aerial view of a wind turbine farm in southern Wyoming.

By The Numbers: Comparing South Dakota's Largest Wind Project To Wyoming's

South Dakota just announced the largest wind project in its state with 87 turbines costing $750 million. For comparison, Wyoming's largest wind project, now under construction, will have more than 600 turbines and will cost $5 billion.

Kate MeadowsMarch 01, 2026

Wyoming parents are calling for schools to dump Lifetouch photos after its parent company has an alleged link to notorious sex-trafficker Jeffery Epstein. One superintendent says the allegations aren’t strong enough to change photographers.

Wyoming Parents Push For Schools To Dump Lifetouch Photos After Alleged Epstein Tie

Some Wyoming parents are calling for schools to dump Lifetouch photos after an investor with its parent company has an alleged link to notorious sex-trafficker Jeffery Epstein. The schools shouldn’t be allowing it," said one Natrona County parent.

Mark HeinzMarch 01, 2026

Kenyan nursing student Irene Gakwa vanished from Gillette in 2022, and her family fears she’s dead. Her ex-boyfriend is a person of interest but hasn’t been charged, and the case remains active.

Now Four Years Gone, Family Fears Worst For Missing Gillette Student Irene Gakwa

It’s been four years since Kenyan nursing student Irene Gakwa vanished from Gillette in February 2022, and her family fears she’s dead. Her ex-boyfriend, now out of prison for stealing her bank card, hasn’t been charged but remains a person of interest, police say.

Jen KocherMarch 01, 2026

Charles Cosby was a popular newspaperman in Wyoming when he ran for Albany County sheriff in 1927, winning easily. But just four months later, he was gunned after surprising a suspected car thief.

Wyoming History: Laramie Newspaperman-Turned-Sheriff Gunned Down In 1927

Charles Cosby was a popular newspaperman in Wyoming when he ran for Albany County sheriff in 1927, winning easily. But just four months later, he was gunned down after surprising a suspected car thief. The gunman did not shoot the deputy.

Dale KillingbeckMarch 01, 2026

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