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Why pay $1.59 million for a used Gulfstream IV when you can potentially acquire a Fairchild C-119L Flying Boxcar transport for $150? Or how about a Boeing KC-97 Stratofreighter for $25? Those are two of the 16 vintage aircraft Big Horn County is selling.

Big Horn County Is Selling 16 Vintage Aircraft In Online Auction, And Bids Start At $25

Big Horn County is selling 16 vintage aircraft in an online auction. They're no longer airworthy, but the winning bidders could put a cockpit in their home office or living room. "There’s a lot of nostalgia in these cool old planes," the airport manager said.

Andrew RossiSeptember 27, 2025

Experienced hunters say that a willingness to hike long distances is one of the keys to success when hunting on crowded public land.

Wyoming Hunters Avoid Mobs By Hiking Deep Into The Wild

With Wyoming’s public hunting areas getting more crowded, it's possible to avoid the hordes of hunters by going in early and hiking far to escape the mobs. “If it looks like a sh*thole and it's hard to get into, there’s going to be elk,” one hunter said.

Mark HeinzSeptember 27, 2025

Officially, Riverton is run by its elected City Council. But a lot of this central Wyoming town’s problems are addressed by a bunch of old guys who meet weekly in Scotty Ratliff’s kitchen.

Wyoming Coffee Klatch: Scotty Ratliff’s Kitchen Is Where World Problems Are Solved

Officially, Riverton is run by its elected city council. But the town's problems, and all the world's problems, are really solved by this group of old guys in Scotty Ratliff's coffee klatch.

Jackie DorothySeptember 27, 2025

Brian Wolslegel of Wisconsin has been a taxidermist for 32 years, specializing in robotic decoys used by game agencies in numerous states, including Wyoming.

Taxidermist’s Robot Decoys Are So Life-Like They Turn, Twitch And Even Poop

The future of wildlife decoys is here, and a Wisconsin taxidermist is making some of the most realistic. They're so lifelike their tails wag, ears twitch, and mimic body heat. He even once made a robot deer for a customer that pooped M&Ms.

Mark HeinzSeptember 27, 2025

After vanishing over the Pacific in 1942, Sgt. Thomas Cotner was presumed lost forever. Now a researcher's discovery in a remote New Guinea jungle has revealed the sacrifice of a young Casper, Wyoming, man who flew directly into the teeth of war.

Missing Wyoming WWII Vet’s B-17 Bomber Discovered In New Guinea Jungle

After vanishing over the Pacific in 1942, Sgt. Thomas Cotner of Casper was presumed lost forever. Now eight decades later, wreckage of the B-17 Flying Fortress where Tom served as a radio operator and gunner was discovered.

David MadisonSeptember 27, 2025

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Cowboy State Daily Morning Show — Saturday, September 27, 2025

It's the Saturday morning show with John Baggett from 6-10AM.

Jake NicholsSeptember 27, 2025

In arguing against a judge's order requiring a computer for every student and other upgrades for schools, the Wyoming Attorney General's Office says the judge's order would essentially let schools dictate their own funding, rather than elected lawmakers.

Wyoming Says Judge's Order Gives Schools More Power Over Money Than Lawmakers Have

In arguing against a judge's order requiring a computer for every student and other upgrades for schools, the Wyoming Attorney General's Office says the judge's order would essentially let schools dictate their own funding, rather than elected lawmakers.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 27, 2025

Friends and fellow Cheyenne City Council members say they are still reeling from the news Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, of the death of Councilman Scott Roybal. They remember him for his humor and as “a passionate advocate” for the community.

Cheyenne City Council Stunned By Sudden Death Of Longtime Councilman Scott Roybal

Friends and fellow Cheyenne City Council members say they are still reeling from the news Friday of the death of Councilman Scott Roybal. They remember him for his humor and as “a passionate advocate” for the community.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 27, 2025

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Guest Column: Sen. Lummis' Statements Were Irresponsible And Dangerous

Guest Columnist Susan Stubson writes: "Lummis’ statements were a knee-jerk response to a lightning-charged environment, one which gave license to the idea we can restrict language just because we don’t like it. Her comments were reactionary, irresponsible and dangerous."

Guest ColumnSeptember 27, 2025

Lexi Daugherty, who grew up in Alta and is a graduate of Jackson Hole High School and the University of Wyoming, has been hired as associate director for policy at the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs.

Wyoming Elk Hunter Tapped For Trump Policy Position

A 26-year-old Wyoming woman who as a teen helped improve access to thousands of acres of public lands for hunters has been tapped for a position in the Trump administration.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 27, 2025

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The Roundup: A Conversation With Mac Watson

This is the final episode of "The Roundup" for host Wendy Corr, as she introduces the audience to the new Broadcast Media Director for Cowboy State Daily, Mac Watson. Mac talks about his colorful and exciting career in radio, as well as he and his wife's life-changing decision to adopt.

Wendy CorrSeptember 27, 2025

Residents in and around Chugwater say a proposed 47,000-acre wind and solar farm threatens their independent way of life. Their views clash with landowners involved in the project who say it’s their property.

Some Chugwater Locals Say Wind, Solar Project Threatens Independent Way Of Life

Some residents in and around Chugwater say a proposed 47,000-acre wind and solar farm threatens their independent way of life. Their views clash with landowners involved in the project who say it’s their property.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 27, 2025

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Attorney Says $250,000 Brain Damage Settlement Shows Government Payouts Are Too Limited

The attorney of a Wheatland man who suffered brain damage in the Platte County jail said man's $250,000 settlement is a sign that Wyoming’s limit on government liability payouts is too low.  The Wyoming Senate chose not to raise that limit this winter.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 26, 2025

If Democrats do not back down in the federal government shutdown impasse, President Trump should make good on his threat to fire federal workers in the Washington, D.C., area, U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming said Friday, Sept. 26, 2025.

Trump Should Fire D.C. Workers If Dems Don’t Blink In Shutdown Standoff, Lummis Says

If Democrats do not back down in the federal government shutdown impasse, President Trump should make good on his threat to fire federal workers in the Washington, D.C., area, U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming said Friday.

Sean BarrySeptember 26, 2025

Sublette County celebrated the grand opening of its first hospital Thursday nearly 100 years after the idea was first brought up. Now hospital officials have another challenge — keeping it open.

After 100 Years, Sublette County Has A Hospital, But Can It Stay Open?

Sublette County celebrated the grand opening of its first hospital Thursday, nearly 100 years after the idea was first brought up. Now, hospital officials have another challenge — keeping it open.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 26, 2025

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Cheyenne Man Faces Charges After Drinking, Firing Handgun At Guy On Scooter

A 49-year-old Cheyenne man was in jail Friday, facing criminal charges after drinking and firing shots from his garage. He’s accused of shooting at a neighbor on a scooter, and also hitting a vacuum and the radiator of a car.

Dale KillingbeckSeptember 26, 2025

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Dennis Sun: Don't Expect High Beef Prices To Fall Anytime Soon

These are especially exciting times for cattle producers and feeders. In fact, during the week of Sept. 15, lightweight steer calves brought over seven dollars a pound while 1,000-pound yearling steers brought $3.35 a pound.

Dennis SunSeptember 26, 2025

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Jonathan Lange: Ruth Neely - First Amendment Champion

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “Ruth Neely was harassed at home, at work, in the national press and most appallingly, by vicious lawfare waged by the Wyoming Bar. But Ruth Neely willingly took those arrows because she knew that one small candle can light up a dark room.”

Jonathan LangeSeptember 26, 2025

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Probation For Former East High Student Who Caused Evacuation Of Speech Tournament

A 22-year-old Cheyenne man who stormed the stage of the National Speech and Debate tournament in June in Des Moines, Iowa, prompting the evacuation of panicked participants, has been sentenced to a year of probation as part of a plea deal.

Scott SchwebkeSeptember 26, 2025

A squirrel in California’s San Fransico Bay area has gone rouge, attacking at least five people, sending two to the emergency room. Wyoming biologists say squirrels may look cute but can be meaner than people realize. Isabel Campoy suffered severe scratches to her arm.

‘Attack Squirrel’ Terrorizes California Neighborhood, Sending Two To Hospital

A squirrel in California’s San Francisco Bay area has gone rogue, attacking at least five people, sending two to the emergency room. Wyoming biologists say squirrels may look cute, but can be meaner than people realize.

Mark HeinzSeptember 26, 2025

With threats of another government shutdown looming, Wyoming Republicans say Democrats will be to blame if Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks are closed. A veteran tour guide says it won’t squash a big season for tourism in the parks.

Tour Guide Says Fed Shutdown Won't Squash Tourism In Yellowstone, Grand Teton

With threats of another government shutdown looming, Wyoming Republicans say Democrats will be to blame if Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks are closed. A veteran tour guide says it won’t squash a big season for tourism in the parks.

Mark HeinzSeptember 26, 2025

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