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Noted Raunch-Romance Novelist Faleena Hopkins Missing After Wyoming Arrest
Since her arrest and release after leading National Park rangers on a high-speed chase in Grand Teton National Park, Faleena Hopkins was last seen boarding a flight to Salt Lake in Jackson. That was 15 days ago.
Jake NicholsFebruary 14, 2023
It’s The Craziest Day Of The Year For Wyoming Chocolatiers
It may not be raining chocolate, but its close for Wyoming chocolatiers, who will each go through hundreds of pounds of chocolate for that annual ritual of giving sweets to the sweet.
Renée JeanFebruary 14, 2023
Hundreds Evacuated Overnight After Fire In UW Dorm Room, No Serious Injuries
There were hundreds evacuated but no deaths or serious injuries after a one-room fire in a University of Wyoming dormitory early Tuesday.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 14, 2023
Wyoming Safe From Super Gonorrhea Strain – So Far
A strain of drug-resistant gonorrhea found in Massachusetts hasnt made its way to Wyoming yet. In fact, state health officials say Cowboy State gonorrhea cases were down in 2022.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 14, 2023
Wyoming Tribe Opposes Off-Reservation Hunting Bill, Committee Approves It Anyway
A Senate Committee passed a bill that would give Gov. Mark Gordon authority to establish off-reservation hunting agreements with certain tribes despite claims that the bill would undermine tribal sovereignty.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 14, 2023
Gay Straight Alliance Students Lobby Against Trans Bills At Wyoming Capitol
High school students from around Wyoming were at the Wyoming Capitol in Cheyenne trying to sway opinions on legislation dealing with LGBTQ issues, saying theres not much equality in The Equality State these days.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 14, 2023
Bill To Pay Wyoming Lawmakers More For Travel, Food Advances
Senate File 61, which would give state lawmakers their first per diem raise since 2005, moves forward with a 6-3 vote from the House Revenue Committee on Tuesday.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 14, 2023
Cat Urbigkit: Seems Wyoming’s GOP Leadership Aren’t Fans Of This ‘Equality’ Thing
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "Judging by the legislation theyre pushing at the Capitol, choosing tolerance and compassion dont seem to be priorities for many conservatives."
Cat UrbigkitFebruary 14, 2023
Sheridan Sailor Killed At Pearl Harbor To Be Buried In Arlington National Cemetery
Herman Schmidt of Sheridan was among the U.S. sailors killed Dec. 7, 1941, trapped within the hull of the USS Oklahoma after it was sunk by Japanese torpedoes. On Feb. 24, Schmidt will be buried with honors at Arlington National Cemetery.
Wendy CorrFebruary 14, 2023
During Cold Snap, Peabody Expected 18 Trains A Day For Its Wyoming Coal, Only Got 1
Limited rail capacity and labor shortages hit Peabody Energys Wyoming coal operations in the final quarter of 2022. Expecting 18 trains a day, Peabody only got one.
February 14, 2023
Conrad Dobler, Former UW Standout And ‘Pro Football’s Dirtiest Player,’ Dies At 72
Dubbed the dirtiest player in the NFL over his 10-year career with three teams, former University of Wyoming standout Conrad Dobler, 72, died Monday in Pueblo, Colorado.
Greg JohnsonFebruary 14, 2023
Bill Would Have Driver’s Licenses Going Retro With Black-And-White Photos
Wyoming is using a new and more secure technology for its drivers licenses, but that technology so far does not play well with color. To allow black-and-white photos on them requires the Wyoming Legislature to act.
Renée JeanFebruary 14, 2023
Wyoming Married Off Hundreds Of Children In The 1970s And ’80s, Data Show
More than 600 minors got married each year in the late 1970s, and now that number is about 16 per year, according to Wyoming Department of Health data dispatched to help lawmakers discern the need for a bill outlawing marriages for younger teens.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 14, 2023
Chinese New Year A Celebration Of Joy, Culture For Cheyenne Family
Dragons and lions made for a magical annual Chinese New Year party in Cheyenne, an event held by Bryan and Sara Pedersen to celebrate the heritage of their two adopted children.
Renée JeanFebruary 14, 2023
Hageman: Congressional Approval Needed If Biden Further Attempts To End Fossil Fuels
President Joe Biden has been making good on a campaign promise to end oil and gas production in the U.S. Wyoming Republican U.S. Rep. Harriet Hagemans first bill supports legislation brought by U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis to require Congressional approval for such moves.
February 14, 2023
Aaron Turpen: The Largest Auto Show Is Visited By the Smallest State
Columnist Aaron Turpen the largest auto show in North America last week. He writes: "The Chicago Auto Show is held every year at the McCormick Center. Those who have been to McCormick know that there are ranches for sale in Laramie that have smaller footprints than that place does."
Aaron TurpenFebruary 14, 2023
Wandering With Wendy: Tens Of Thousands Of Tarantulas Overtake Colorado Town Every Year
Every year tens of thousands of male tarantulas emerge near La Junta, Colorado and begin their search for mates. One resident said the tarantulas can carpet the landscape: "It looked like the road was moving."
Wendy CorrFebruary 14, 2023
Effort To Allow Chuck Gray To Disqualify Election Equipment Fails
A discussion about certifying federal election equipment Monday became more a debate about Secretary of State Chuck Gray and what his office should and should not have authority to do.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 14, 2023
Dave Simpson: Social Media Unleashes The Beast
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: No need to think twice about what you write. No talking a harried editor or libel-leery publisher into printing your angry thoughts. You're the editor now. You're the publisher now. So, let 'er rip!
Dave SimpsonFebruary 14, 2023
Blasting Coyotes With Night Vision Scopes On Public Land Closer As Bill Clears Both Houses
A bill that would allow the use of spotlights, night vision, and infrared equipment to assist hunters in blowing up coyotes on public land moved one step closer. The bill passed the House last month and was approved by the Senate on Monday.
Mark HeinzFebruary 13, 2023
‘Roadhouse’ Trespassing Bill For Bars Was Doing Fine Until It Morphed Into An Outdoors Trespassing Bill
A Roadhouse Bill that would have allowed for using reasonable physical force to remove trespassers from places like bars -- just like Patrick Swayze -- lost traction and died when the focus of the law shifted toward how to deal with trespassing hunters.
Mark HeinzFebruary 13, 2023
Farming Without Fossil Fuels: What Emission Reductions Could Mean For Agriculture
In the past decade, campaigns against modern fertilizers, diesel fuel and cow burps are leading to regulations that are killing farms in Europe. Some proposed regulations in the U.S. are moving in the same direction.
February 13, 2023
Wyoming Will Continue Cloud Seeding Program After Effort To Nix Program Fails
An effort to eliminate Wyoming's $1.1 million cloud seeding program was voted down by the Wyoming Senate on Monday. Detractors say there is little proof cloud-seeding works.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 13, 2023
Committee Kills Bill Making It Harder For Sex Offenders To Get Off Wyoming Registry
The Senate Judiciary Committee on Monday killed a bill that aimed to let fewer sex offenders get erased from the sex offender registry, because the bill's language was confusing.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 13, 2023