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Comedian Brad Williams Brings His ‘Fun Size’ Act To Cheyenne In 2024
Comedian Brad Williams, who incorporates his being a little person into his “Fun Size” act, will perform at the Cheyenne Civic Theater in 2024. His one hour stand-up routine is the highest rated special on Showtime.
Dale KillingbeckDecember 27, 2023
Cody Woman Accused Of Asking Hitman To Kill Daughter's Drug-Addict Boyfriend
Police have arrested a Cody woman after a Division of Criminal Investigation agent posing as a hitman reportedly talked with her last week about accepting $10,000 to kill her daughter's "controlling," drug-addict boyfriend.
Clair McFarlandDecember 27, 2023
Wyoming Through The Lens: A Decade Of Dazzling Cowboy State Imagery
"Wyoming through the Lens" started 10 years ago as a small circle of like-minded friends on Facebook who shared their favorite photos of the Cowboy State. It has since grown to nearly 400,000 members who post dozens of Wyoming photos every day.
Andrew RossiDecember 27, 2023
Former James Bond Actor Pierce Brosnan Cited For Veering Off Yellowstone Path
Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan was ticketed on Tuesday for going into a closed area of Yellowstone National Park and veering off the designated path at Mammoth Terraces.
Clair McFarlandDecember 27, 2023
Cowboy State Daily Radio News: Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Wednesday's headlines include: - A Rawlins boy celebrates life this Christmas - The next Joe Pickett novel will be on the shelves in February - The dog nobody wanted found a forever home
Andrew RossiDecember 27, 2023
Packed House At Christmas Eve Candlelight Service In Yellowstone National Park
The 110-year-old Mammoth Hot Springs Chapel in Yellowstone National Park was packed for its annual Christmas Eve candlelight service Sunday, this year drawing inspiration from the classic “A Charlie Brown Christmas.”
Andrew RossiDecember 27, 2023
Wyoming Places: Hogadon Basin, Casper's Upside-Down Ski Area
Hogadon Basin Ski Area outside Casper, Wyoming, is upside-down, with the lodge and runs starting at the summit of Casper Mountain, not the bottom. That means you're out of your car and on the slopes.
Dale KillingbeckDecember 26, 2023
Cat Urbigkit: The Botched Optics of Colorado’s Wolf Release
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes, "Colorado completed the transfer of 10 wolves last week after the animals were captured in Oregon. For the people involved, it was framed as a success, a joyful occasion at an invitation-only event. For the rest of the public, the release details were kept secret..."
Cat UrbigkitDecember 26, 2023
New C.J. Box “Joe Pickett” Novel About Rogue Grizzly Bear Comes Out In Early 2024
Good news for Joe Pickett fans. C.J. Box's 24th novel about the Wyoming game warden will be released in February 2024, and will be centered around a rogue grizzly bear going around Wyoming killing people.
Jimmy OrrDecember 26, 2023
Rawlins 10-Year-Old Got His Christmas Wish — He Didn’t Die
Rawlins 10-year-old Talyn Reimer’s Christmas wish list was simple — he wanted to not die before the end of the year. He got his wish, and the large tumor in his head has all but disappeared.
Greg JohnsonDecember 26, 2023
Wyoming Dog No One Wanted Gets Adopted Before Christmas
When Shelby Joyce read the story about a Wyoming dog with a lopsided face that no one seemed to want, she jumped into action. As a result, "Princess Martha" got a forever home just in time for Christmas.
Jimmy OrrDecember 26, 2023
Rare Christmas ‘Moon Halo’ Over Sheridan Was Beautiful ¬— But Probably Not Divine
A moon halo seen over Sheridan on Christmas night is the moon's version of a rainbow, according to meteorologist Don Day, but it probably wasn't the same thing as the biblical "Star of Bethlehem."
Andrew RossiDecember 26, 2023
No Charges For Bar Nunn Man When Bullet Ends Up On Neighbor’s Kitchen Floor
The neighbor of a Bar Nunn, Wyoming, man declined to press charges after an accidental rifle discharge put a bullet through the roof and onto the kitchen floor.
Dale KillingbeckDecember 26, 2023
Cowboy State Daily Radio: Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Tuesday's headlines include: - Casper doctor on his way to conquer the highest peak at the bottom of the world - Wyoming Guardsman named National Soldier of the Year - Cody manufacturer turning out the world’s most powerful AR15 rifle
Wendy CorrDecember 26, 2023
Wyoming Gun Enthusiasts Say AR-15 Pressure Washer Would Be Great Gift
Although Christmas is over, an AR-15 pressure washer, could be a great New Year's present for the special gun enthusiast in your life. For only $1,500, you can wash your truck while experiencing the thrill of hunting.
Mark HeinzDecember 25, 2023
How Harpo Marx Turned Casper Native Into Wyoming History Expert
Casper native Johanna Wickman says history isn’t her job, it’s her life. After the son of famed comedian Harpo Marx offered her his iconic trench coat, she returned to Wyoming dedicated to preserving Cowboy State history.
Dale KillingbeckDecember 25, 2023
Don’t Expect To Find Many ‘Zombie’ Firearms Parts In Gun-Savvy Wyoming
Firearms slated for destruction after seizures or buybacks are reborn as “zombie” gun components for sale on the open market. Wyoming gun enthusiasts say you can’t trust these parts, and firearms owners here are too savvy to use them.
Mark HeinzDecember 25, 2023
Dave Simpson: 'Uptick?' 'Fair Share?' You're Killin' Me!
Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "If this is an illegal immigration 'uptick,' I'd hate to see what a surge looks like."
Dave SimpsonDecember 25, 2023
Wyoming Guardsman Wins Grueling National Soldier Of The Year Award
Spc. Luke Harrison, a Wyoming National Guardsman, came out on top of a grueling six-day physical and mental gauntlet in Alaska to win the nation's Soldier of the Year.
Leo WolfsonDecember 25, 2023
Wyoming Cowboys Big Favorites In Return To Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl
The University of Wyoming Cowboys will be big favorites when they kickoff against the Toledo Rockets on Dec. 30 in their return to the Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl. It's also a chance to send head coach Craig Bohl out a winner.
Jake NicholsDecember 25, 2023
Cheyenne’s Newest 8-Foot Cowboy Boots Honor Wyoming’s Military Legacy
F.E. Warren Air Force Base and the Wyoming Air National Guard have joined Cheyenne’s fun and quirky Big Boot trail, with two giant, 8-foot-tall boots of their own. Now there are more than 30 gigantic 8-foot cowboy boots all over Cheyenne.
Renée JeanDecember 25, 2023
The Next Little Thing: Tiny Scooter’s Coffee Kiosks Popping Up All Over Wyoming
Scooter’s Coffee is caffeinating Wyoming at a rapid pace, recently opening shops in Cheyenne, Casper, Gillette, and soon in Douglas, Jackson and Sheridan. One franchisee is planning another 12 - 17 more in the Cowboy State.
Renée JeanDecember 25, 2023
The Presidential: A Cheyenne Barbershop Making Christmas Happen For Local Families
Families worried that Christmas wasn’t going to happen for them found a real-life angel in Angel Maldonado, owner of The Presidential Barbershop in Cheyenne. His impromptu toy and gift drive proves the spirit of Christmas is still alive.
Renée JeanDecember 25, 2023
What The Heck … Is Up With That Gillette House You Can Practically See From Space?
Ed Lambert of Gillette doesn’t mind being compared to “Christmas Vacation’s” Clark Griswold. That’s what he’s going for with his small house that’s covered with so many lights it can practically be seen from space.
Greg JohnsonDecember 24, 2023