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Cody Superintendent Apologizes For Librarian’s ‘Racist’ Comments, But Not Librarian
A Cody School District librarian has faced rebuke but not apologized for comments she made to Cowboy State Daily calling people in her community pushing to remove two books from district schools racist.
Leo WolfsonOctober 26, 2022
Too Many Wild Horses? Some Legislators Say Wyoming’s ‘Feral’ Horses Population Is Out Of Control
Wyomings wild or feral horse population remains essentially uncontrolled, some legislators said. Meanwhile, the states Native American tribes could set an example in horse management, a wildlife advocate said Tuesday.
Mark HeinzOctober 26, 2022
Letter To The Editor: No Courage, Honesty In Wyoming’s Current Republican Party
Dear editor: I was quite pleased to read Mike Krampner's letter to the editor about the lack of courage and honesty in the current Republican Party in Wyoming.
October 25, 2022
Wyoming’s Top Educator Says Pornography, Indoctrination Of Students A Crisis
In a show of force, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder was joined by a host of Republican state lawmakers to rally against sexually explicit materials found in many Wyoming public school libraries.
Leo WolfsonOctober 25, 2022
Construction Of 150 Megawatt Solar Farm Outside Of Cheyenne Likely To Begin In March
A California company is moving ahead with a 150-megawatt solar farm outside of Cheyenne. It is expected to create 182 temporary construction jobs.
October 25, 2022
Wyoming Joins States Clapping Back Against ‘Woke’ Companies
State Treasurer Curt Meier said the companies the state invests in shouldnt be involved in woke investing and social credit scores. Companies should act politically neutral, he said.
October 25, 2022
Non-Resident Wyoming Hunting Tags Could Get Huge Price Hike
Prices could rise dramatically for some nonresident Wyoming hunting licenses in a move some say will bring them more in line with averages across other Westen states.
Mark HeinzOctober 25, 2022
Fresher Food, Direct From The Farm: Locally Sourced Food Stores In Wyoming Are Growing
As inflation and supply chain issues squeeze large retail grocers, Wyoming consumers now have the choice to shop at new locally-sourced food stories for higher-quality and locally produced food.
Renée JeanOctober 25, 2022
Cheyenne Family, School Move On After Transgender Film Shown In High School Class
Mother of South High School student who felt uncomfortable with probing questions about transgender transitioning film in class frustrated with schools response to her concerns the material and quiz were akin to indoctrination.
Clair McFarlandOctober 25, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Bearing Witness to Large Carnivore Conservation
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "For all Ive witnessed at kill sites, Ive never faced the trauma of a human death to a wild animal. But I know the trauma exists."
Cat UrbigkitOctober 25, 2022
Degenfelder Says Sexually-Explicit Books ‘Not Suitable For Minors’
Megan Degenfelder, the GOP nominee for Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction, publicly opposed two sexually graphic books in the Kelly Walsh High School library. She also said that they are an "inappropriate use of taxpayer funds."
Clair McFarlandOctober 25, 2022
Those Aren’t Nazi Swastikas On That Building In Downtown Thermopolis
The Thermopolis Chamber of Commerce often gets questions about the swastikas near the top of a building in its downtown.
Wendy CorrOctober 25, 2022
Wyoming Kids Come Up With, Pitch Business Ideas At Young Entrepreneur Pitch Challenge
From one girls idea to sell her farms sheep manure to a group of students mentoring middle schoolers to transition to high school, annual Youth Pitch Challenge showcases creative Wyoming business models.
Renée JeanOctober 25, 2022
Axes And Alcohol: Wyoming Lawmakers To Consider Creating New Class Of Liquor License
A proposal would make some major changes to Wyoming liquor license regulations, including allowing entertainment venues like ax throwing ranges the ability to serve alcohol.
Leo WolfsonOctober 25, 2022
If Grizzlies Aren’t Enough, Now We Have To Deal With Alligators
Because grizzly attacks have apparently become just too run of the mill lately, someone decided to spice things up by releasing an alligator in the Rocky Mountain West.
Jimmy OrrOctober 25, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Washington PACs Need To Stay Out Of Wyoming Legislative Races
Dear editor: I have followed Rep. Andi LeBeau in the Legislature, and she has a consistent record of standing up for the little guy families, children, teachers, and the rights of indigenous peoples.
October 25, 2022
Dave Simpson: You Say You Want More Of THIS?
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "Why WOULDN'T there be a big Republican wave on Nov. 8th? Imagine looking around and saying, 'I gotta get me more of THIS!'"
Dave SimpsonOctober 25, 2022
Bad To The Bone: Wyoming Joins Giant Skeleton Craze
Giant 12-ft skeletons are selling out of stores all over the country as placing gigantic skeletons in front yards has become a craze.
Renée JeanOctober 24, 2022
PacifiCorp: In Reversal, Wyoming Coal Now Secondary To Wind And Solar
A PacifiCorp representative on Monday said coal-fired generation is now taking a back seat to wind and solar.
October 24, 2022
Natrona County GOP Drops Lawsuit Against Wyoming Republican Party
The Natrona County Republican Party is dropping its lawsuit against the State GOP. Further, it has no plans to pay any past dues to the state party.
Greg JohnsonOctober 24, 2022
Two Men Charged With Beating, Robbing Wyoming Hunters
One man from Colorado and another from Wyoming have been charged with aggravated assault and battery and theft after accusing a pair of hunters in Lincoln County of taking their elk carcasses.
Mark HeinzOctober 24, 2022
Wyoming Girl Bags First Elk While Wearing Crocs
Forget the expensive, big-brand hunting boots a Wyoming girl dropped her first elk while wearing Crocs. The freshman from Lander say they bring her good luck.
Mark HeinzOctober 24, 2022
Rifle, Personal Belongings Led To Discovery Of Human Remains In Carbon County
A firearm found on the ground south of Rawlins led to the discovery of human remains Oct. 16, but the Carbon County Sheriffs Office hasnt yet released the identity of the body.
Mark HeinzOctober 24, 2022
London Woman Claims Jackson Bank Helped Multi-Millionaire Husband Move Money Without Consent
A London couples high-stakes divorce has found its way into U.S. District Court for Wyoming as wife claims Bank of Jackson Hole improperly allowed husband to move $700,000 in attempt to keep it from her.
Clair McFarlandOctober 24, 2022