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Drone-Mounted Flamethrowers May Sound Like Perfect Christmas Gift But Require Special License
A drone with a flamethrower attached to it might seem like the perfect Christmas gift for that special someone but it turns out theyre expensive and require special licensing.
Mark HeinzDecember 12, 2022
All Of Wyoming To Get Blasted By Arctic Blast; Snow, High Winds, Dangerous Wind Chills Expected
Here we go... All of Wyoming will feel the brunt of an impending winter storm, says Cowboy State Daily meteorologist Don Day said, with much of the state getting between 6 - 12 inches of snow. High winds and dangerous wind chills are expected as well.
Mark HeinzDecember 12, 2022
Wyoming GOP Committeewoman Charged With Reckless Endangerment While Hunting
Nina Webber, the Wyoming Republican Committeewoman and former House candidate, has been charged with reckless endangerment while hunting. Two people said they were forced to seek cover outside of their home as bullets from Webber, allegedly rained down on them.
Leo WolfsonDecember 12, 2022
Wyoming Legislators Condemn UW For Booting Church Elder, Say “Open Dialogue” Is Essential
More than two dozen current and incoming legislators wrote a letter to the University of Wyoming condemning them for banning a church elder from presenting at the school. The lawmakers said "open dialogue" is the proper environment for higher education.
Clair McFarlandDecember 12, 2022
Pennie Hunt: A Lesson From A Stranger – Or Was She?
Pennie Hunt writes: I believe angels dont have to be hiding wings under a trench coat or dropping feathers with every lesson. I believe angels walk with us through our days and touch our lives right here on Earth teaching us and bringing us simple gifts of truth.
Pennie HuntDecember 11, 2022
Cody Woman Saves Paralyzed Kitten, Says Disabled Animals Are Not Disposable
Paralyzed from mid-spine, Stinky can pull herself forward, but her back legs refuse to cooperate, which is why Currie has bought a specially designed backpack with a large plastic window and air holes.
Wendy CorrDecember 11, 2022
Water Experts: Wyoming Can’t Avoid Potential ‘Doomsday’ Colorado River Crisis
Although the prolonged drought along the Colorado River may seem to be the troubles of other states, it has a big impact on Wyoming. Roughly 90% of the Colorado Rivers water comes from snowpack in Wyoming and the other upper basin states.
Mark HeinzDecember 11, 2022
Rawlins Latest Wyoming City To Allow Delivery Of Booze
Since the state Legislature passed a bill legalizing alcohol delivery, Cheyenne, Jackson, Casper and now Rawlins have OKd alcohol delivery in their communities.
Renée JeanDecember 11, 2022
T. Rex Skull Found in Neighboring South Dakota Sells For $6.1 Million; Whole Region Is Ground Zero
A 200-pound, 6-foot-7 Tyrannosaurus rex skull found in the Hell Creek Formation in South Dakota was sold on Friday in a Sothebys auction for $6.1 million.
Greg JohnsonDecember 11, 2022
Rod Miller: We Can’t Let Trump Off The Hook For His Treachery Against Our Constitution
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "Regardless of how many MAGA memes youve seen with Trump portrayed as some flag-draped, screaming eagle uber-patriot, the man places himself above the Constitution and isnt afraid to say so."
Rod MillerDecember 11, 2022
Lander Woman Fills Hundreds Of Backpacks For Homeless
After Tammy Green put out a call on social media for necessities and backpacks to put them in, the people of Fremont County delivered. Every morning, her front porch was overflowing. By the time she had 300+ backpacks, she put her plan into motion.
Mark HeinzDecember 11, 2022
Lummis To Lead Caucus Of Western Senators
Sen. Lummis will serve as chair of the Senate Western Caucus ,an organization that gathers Republican senators from states west of the Mississippi River to talk about Western issues and best advocate for the Western way of life.
Leo WolfsonDecember 11, 2022
Cheney’s Last Stand: Liz To Keep Target On Trump’s Back For Remainder Of Term
Cheneys office says that drafting and delivering the final report of the U.S. House Select Committee on the Jan. 6 Attack is the congresswomans main focus.
Leo WolfsonDecember 10, 2022
$100,000 Wyoming Bell-Ringer Will Man His Red Kettle ‘As Long As I Possibly Can’
For the Salvation Army, the holiday season is make-or-break as a small army of red kettle bell-ringers deploys across the Cowboy State. Leading that army is Martin Tigar of Casper, who spends up to 48 hours a week bringing in donations with his unique two-fisted bell-ringing style.
Greg JohnsonDecember 10, 2022
Cheyenne Chef Petrina Peart Battles Celebrity Chef Bobby Flay On Food Network Show
The U.S. Air Force brought Petrina Peart to Wyoming and to her ultimate passion cooking. That passion recently landed her on the Food Network in a cook-off of goat curry against celebrity chef Bobby Flay on his hit show Beat Bobby Flay.
Renée JeanDecember 10, 2022
Already Richest In US, Teton County Wealth Divide Widens By $100,000
The wealthiest county in the nation -- by a long shot -- Teton County's average per capita income in 2021 jumped 44% over the year before. At $318,000 per year, it's more than $120,000 than second place Pitkin County, Colorado, home to Aspen.
Renée JeanDecember 09, 2022
‘Guts’ Or ‘Long-Term Mistake’? Wyoming Republicans Discuss Lummis’ Same-Sex Vote
U.S. Sen. Lummis has riled some conservatives in the Cowboy State with her support of the Respect for Marriage Act. Others respect it. Former Sen. Al Simpson said "it showed guts."
Leo WolfsonDecember 09, 2022
In True Griswold Fashion, Casper Family Goes Bigger Every Year With Holiday Light Show
Saying their house at 3148 Whispering Springs has more lights than the Griswolds, the Wagner family attracts hundreds of passers-by each year to experience their 45,000-light Christmas display.
Wendy CorrDecember 09, 2022
Keep Burning Fossil Fuels, Says Wyoming Climate Change Skeptic
Cheyenne author, geologist, computer scientist, and environmentalist Tony Heller is a contrarian in national climate circles. He believes that carbon dioxide is not producing any meaningful warming and since CO2 is not a problem, he says we should just keep using fossil fuels.
December 09, 2022
Wyoming Governor Reviewing Use of Chinese-Owned TikTok; No Ban Yet
Gov Mark Gordon has asked for a review of the social media platform TikTok. Some other Republican governors have banned their state agencies from using it due to concerns it could be gathering intelligence for China.
Clair McFarlandDecember 09, 2022
Gordon Presents $354 Million Supplemental Budget, Calls It “Conservative And Bold”
Gov. Mark Gordon on Thursday presented his $354 million supplemental budget, stating that Wyoming should invest revenue from recent oil and gas boom so state can support itself during more lean years in the future.
Leo WolfsonDecember 09, 2022
‘Corner Crossing’ Case Could Reshape Wyoming’s Trespass Laws
Recognizing that a pending lawsuit over a corner crossing could have sweeping implications for Wyomings land access and trespass policy, advocacy groups for ranchers and hunters are weighing in.
Mark HeinzDecember 09, 2022
Wyoming-Based Visionary Broadband Announces $100 Million Expansion
The Gillette-based Visionary Broadband has announced a $100 million commitment to expand high-speed internet in many communities across Wyoming including Lusk, Dayton, Yoder, and LaGrange.
Renée JeanDecember 09, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Worst Winter Road In America – Who Named Our Snow Chi Minh Trail?
Bill Sniffin writes: Some recent research credits a couple of old codger newspapermen as being responsible for coming up with the Snow version of this name for this treacherous stretch of interstate highway.
Bill SniffinDecember 09, 2022