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Already With 90% Of The Wyoming Legislature, Republican Party Could Get More
The Wyoming Legislatures ratio of 90% Republicans to 10% Democrats represents the widest gap in the nation, and Tuesdays General Election could see the GOP further solidify its super-majority.
Leo WolfsonNovember 04, 2022
Rawlins Gets Denied For Critical Infrastructure Help; Saratoga Gets Nearly $1 Million For Water Project
Despite catastrophic water failure and facing $20 million in critical infrastructure improvements, a $7 million request from the city of Rawlins was declined. Saratoga, meanwhile, received nearly $1 million.
Leo WolfsonNovember 03, 2022
Wyoming Tax Revenues Top $1 Billion For Fiscal Year 2022; Increase Of 10.1% Year-Over-Year
Wyomings 4% sales and use tax collections were a little more than $1 billion for fiscal year 2022, an increase of 10.1% year over year. That is near the record levels of fiscal year 2015.
Renée JeanNovember 03, 2022
Golden Eagle Attacked 8-Year-Old In Kyrgyzstan But Probably Won’t Happen In Wyoming
Although a young girl was attacked by a golden eagle in Kyrgyzstan thats not likely to happen in Wyoming, wildlife biologists say. But sheep and small pets are a different story...
Mark HeinzNovember 03, 2022
High Voltage Hogs: Some Wyoming Riders Warming Up To Electric Motorcycles
While it may seem sacrilegious to some, electric motorcycles are starting to gain a foothold. Even some Harley riders aren't totally opposed to the idea.
November 03, 2022
Bill Allowing Off Road Vehicles To Go Under I-80 Could Bring Tons Of Trail Riders To SW Wyoming
Allowing off-road vehicles to cross under Interstate 80 near Evanston could be key to linking an extensive network of roads and trails and draw off road enthusiasts from around Wyoming and Utah.
Mark HeinzNovember 03, 2022
No Apologies: Oil & Gas CEO Challenges ‘Ridiculously Hypocritical’ Policies Of North Face
Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy Inc., launched a campaign criticizing what he calls North Faces hypocritical anti-oil stance. Wright continues to be a vocal champion of oil in an industry that often shrinks from defending its products.
November 03, 2022
Clair McFarland: Lobotomized Pumpkin Pirates And Undead Albinos Leave No Room For Ghosts
Clair McFarland writes: "I hoped no one would notice Halloween, and that my four sons and I could go for a hike, stay home in comfort and avoid diabetes..."
Clair McFarlandNovember 03, 2022
Letter to the Editor: We Don’t Need No Career Politicians!
Dear editor: Some legislators claim that their years in the house or senate improves their ability to get things done. BALONEY!
November 03, 2022
Pennie Hunt: Today I Learned A Lesson
Pennie Hunt writes: I wanted to crawl under the covers and begin the day again. I wanted to take back the email. All the positivity I promote and encourage others to do was instantly sucked from my body."
Pennie HuntNovember 03, 2022
Four State Attorneys General Are Suing Over Albertsons – Kroger Merger
Four states have filed lawsuits in response to the mega grocery merger between Albertsons and Kroger.
Renée JeanNovember 03, 2022
Electrocuted Florida Man Who Walked On Yellowstone Thermals Gets No Jail Time
Matt Manzari, who has 16 screws and three plates in his face and massive scars on his body from an electrocution he narrowly survived in his youth, received a $2,000 fine and no jail time for walking on Yellowstone thermals earlier this year.
Clair McFarlandNovember 03, 2022
Little Known “Outlaw Trail” Near Cody Gets $50,000 Grant For Upgrades From T-Mobile
A non-profit organization in Cody received a $50,000 grant from T-Mobile to upgrade a little-known -- yet to those who know how to find it -- "spectacular" trail outside of Cody.
Wendy CorrNovember 03, 2022
Sergio Maldonado: The Equality State and the Moral Imperative
Guest columnist Sergio Maldonado writes: "Is it not the moral imperative within the Equality State to vote for the best qualified candidate? Is there congruence between the Equality State and the Moral Imperative?"
Sergio MaldonadoNovember 03, 2022
Cheyenne Brothers Build Multi-Million Dollar International “Slime” Business
What started as a hobby for Cheyenne brothers Mark and Joe Whiteaker has turned into a multi-million dollar international "slime" business. Their products sell in more than 800 locations across the world.
Renée JeanNovember 03, 2022
Increased U.S. Coal-Fired Power Production Leads To Solid Third Quarter For Peabody Energy
Peabody Energy, which operates three Powder River Basin thermal coal mines, reported its Wyoming operations were in the black by $38 million as rail shortages eased and power plants built up stockpiles.
Greg JohnsonNovember 03, 2022
State-Level Candidates Break Wyoming Records For Raising, Spending Money
The race for Jacksons House District 23 has shattered records for individual candidates, and together, Republican Paul Vogelheim and Democrat Liz Storer report raising more than $180,000.
Leo WolfsonNovember 03, 2022
Riverton Schools Consider Conceal-Carry Policy; Police Department Says Yes With Proper Training
Police in Riverton say they favor arming public school teachers with proper training. Fremont County School District 25 met with the public on Wednesday to discuss the proposed policy.
Clair McFarlandNovember 03, 2022
Energy Watchdog Group Compiles List Of 125 Actions Biden Has Taken Against Oil Industry
President Biden blames American oil companies and the Ukraine war for high energy costs but the American Energy Alliance outlined 125 actions that Biden has taken against the oil industry that they say is responsible for skyrocketing prices.
November 02, 2022
Bird Flu Won’t Hurt Waterfowl Season, Say Wyoming Hunters
Widespread outbreaks of bird flu this year have wiped out some domestic flocks and killed wild waterfowl, but Wyoming duck and goose hunters says theyre not concerned about it having any impact.
Mark HeinzNovember 02, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Goodbye Clarene Law and Nancy Shelton – Leaders In Wyoming Tourism And Journalism
Bill Sniffin writes: What a pair of great Wyoming gals. Two of my favorite people in my two chosen careers left us recently."
Bill SniffinNovember 02, 2022
Stopping A Grizzly Attack: What Works Better — Bear Spray Or A Gun?
Its a question that has swirled for decades among outdoors enthusiasts in grizzly country, are you better off with bear spray or a firearm?
Mark HeinzNovember 02, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Vote Yes On Amendment A
Dear editor: Constitutional Amendment A will give counties another option to manage their budgets wisely in a skillful way to help counties thrive and allow for the responsible growth of funds with oversight.
November 02, 2022
Where’s The Promised Support For Wyoming’s Coal Workers?
As Wyomings coal industry declines, many promises have been made about providing support for displaced workers in the industry. After years of being passed over, small gains are being made to address their needs.
November 02, 2022