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Wyoming School Choice Advocates Cheer Charter School Expansion, Teachers Not So Much
School choice advocates are rejoicing a charter-school friendly law change that has passed the Wyoming Legislature. The Wyoming Education Association, on the other hand, strongly opposed the bill.
Clair McFarlandMarch 09, 2023
Worm Moon Says It’s Spring, Wyoming Weather Says Not Yet
That giant Worm Moon we saw rising earlier this week is supposed to a sign that spring is coming. But Wyoming citizens should look for robins and bluebirds as a more accurate sign.
Greg JohnsonMarch 09, 2023
Hageman Denounces Transgender Surgeries, Doesn’t Regret Criticizing Legislators For Failure To Act
U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman on Wednesday defended calling out Wyoming lawmakers last month for not passing legislation that would prohibit gender-related surgeries in Wyoming. It is absolutely something that should not be going on and I will double down on that when it comes to our children, she said.
Leo WolfsonMarch 09, 2023
Secretary of State Chuck Gray Pleased With Election Integrity Improvements Passed In Legislature
Although it wasnt an overwhelmingly successful legislative session for staunch conservatives, election security was one bright spot, which Secretary of State Chuck Gray made his presence well-heard in.
Leo WolfsonMarch 09, 2023
Pennie Hunt: Sharing The Chains Of Life
Pennie Hunt writes: She asked if I would teach her, but with every thought, giggle and stitch she was teaching me not to forget the fun in life.
Pennie HuntMarch 09, 2023
Climate Vigilantes Could ‘Weaponize’ EPA Rule Against Fossil Fuels, Wyoming Oil And Gas Producers Say
A proposed EPA rule would deputize citizens and communities to police methane emissions with little to no oversight. Environmental groups say the rule will ensure compliance with emission standards, but industry says its a program that could be weaponized against fossil fuels.
March 09, 2023
Letter To The Editor: Thanks For The Legislative Coverage!
Dear Editor, Cowboy State Daily did an excellent job of covering the Wyoming Legislature this year.
March 09, 2023
Rex Arney: Gov Gordon Should Veto “Life Is A Human Right Act” Because It’s Unconstitutional
Guest columnist Rex Arney writes: "'The Life is a Human Right Act' is the product of overzealous sponsors who crafted the strictest possible anti-abortion measure, which is not only unconstitutional, but places the health of pregnant women at great risk."
Rex ArneyMarch 09, 2023
Man In Natrona County Jail For Drug Violation Dies After Suffering “Medical” Event
Authorities are not ready to release the name of a man who died in the Natrona County Detention Center on Wednesday shortly after Banner Wyoming Medical Center cleared him to enter the jail.
March 08, 2023
Cheyenne Man Claims Police Shoved Pregnant Wife, Attacked Him In Home
Myron Martize Woods of Cheyenne filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday against the city of Cheyenne, the police department and three officers claiming the officers shoved his pregnant wife aside and attacked him in his home without a warrant.
Clair McFarlandMarch 08, 2023
Can Pumped Storage Save The Western Power Grid From Collapse?
As more coal plants are retired and the grid relies more on unpredictable wind and solar power, pumped storage could be a way to maintain a reliable sustained energy supply. Four facilities are planned for Wyoming, but can they make a difference?
March 08, 2023
Who’s Eating Roadkill In Wyoming? Lander’s Matt And Kahla Gubanich Are, And They Love It
When Matt Gubanich heard a large 'crack' on the road from his friend's porch, he went out to investigate. Sure enough, a whitetail deer had been hit by a car. Thanks to a new Wyoming law, the Gubanich's were eating that deer just about an hour later.
Mark HeinzMarch 08, 2023
Lawsuit Claims Former Wyoming Education Chief Used State Money To Pay For Political Event
Former Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder, along with the Wyoming Department of Education, is being sued for using state money for a political event and offering misleading statements when asked about it.
Leo WolfsonMarch 08, 2023
Who’s At Fault? Wyoming Cop Weighs In On Viral Crash Video Showing Motorcyclist Flipping Over Car
A video showing a motorcyclist plowing into the back of a car that stopped suddenly for a three-legged dog in the road has sparked a storm of debate as to who's to blame. But a 20-year Wyoming cop says its not a close call.
Jake NicholsMarch 08, 2023
Riverton Woman Who Starved More Than A Dozen Animals To Death To Plead Guilty To Animal Cruelty
A Riverton woman accused of starving horses, goats, geese, chickens and sheep some to death has agreed to plead guilty to four counts of animal cruelty.
Clair McFarlandMarch 08, 2023
Letter To The Editor: Powell Doctor Fires Back At Riverton Doctor Over California Vaccine ‘Diktat’
Dear editor: "Unfortunately, Dr. Stockton has been misled by the widespread misinformation on Covid available on the internet. He has relied on a well respected minority of doctors and researchers who promote dangerous Covid misinformation that has been debunked repeatedly."
March 08, 2023
Rare Pneumonia Has Killed 200 Wyoming Antelope So Far
A rare form of pneumonia has killed at least 200 antelope near Pinedale, according to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Its not yet known where the outbreak originated or exactly how far its spread.
Mark HeinzMarch 08, 2023
20 Calves Dropping In 24 Hours: Wyoming Ranchers Don’t Stop For Blizzards
It doesn't make any difference if the weather is bad or not, when it's calving season, Wyoming ranchers have to be ready. On the Tavegia Ranch near Osage, Wyoming, 20 calves were born over a 24-hour period right in the middle of a blizzard.
Renée JeanMarch 08, 2023
Letter To The Editor: Reader Decimates Cowboy State Daily Automotive Writer For Endorsement Of SUV
Dear editor: I just read Aaron Turpen's review of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and how it's the "perfect small family sport utility vehicle for Wyoming." Reminds me of a great and true Chuck Yeager story..."
March 08, 2023
The Ghost Of Liz Cheney: Legislature Passed Two Bills In Reaction to Cheney’s Failed Campaign
The successful bills to ban crossover voting and to prohibit any campaign from distributing official absentee ballot request forms were both drafted in response to former Rep. Liz Cheney's campaign.
Leo WolfsonMarch 08, 2023
Wyoming Wants To Fill Coal Mines With Spent Wind Turbine Blades, But Feds Won’t OK Plan
A Wyoming plan to help coal mine reclamation and address an enormous problem with the disposal of millions of tons of spent wind turbine blades is so far going nowhere without federal approval.
March 08, 2023
Four Wheels, Cargo Space And Freedom – Wyoming Man Builds SUV Adventure Brand
A Rock Springs couple say theyve found the perfect balance between stability and adventure, but rather than building out a sprinter van or truck, they prefer their SUV where they've gained a considerable following and dependable income through YouTube and other outlets.
Mark HeinzMarch 08, 2023
Electric Vehicles Catch Fire Less Frequently But Require 60,000 Gallons Of Water To Put Out
Lithium-ion batteries, especially large ones found in electric vehicles, have a number of safety features to prevent fires under normal operations. But theres not a lot that can be done to stop a damaged battery from catching fire.
March 08, 2023
Here Come The Bears! First Grizzly Of The Season Spotted in Yellowstone (No One Mauled Yet)
Just in time for 307 day, the first grizzly of the year was spotted in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday. The 350-pound bear was, not surprisingly, eating at the time.
Jimmy OrrMarch 07, 2023