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Wyoming, GOP AGs Demand Credit Card Companies Stop Tracking Gun Sales
Wyoming Attorney General Bridget Hill and 17 other GOP attorneys have told credit card companies tracking gun-shop transactions to change course or prepare for legal challenges
Clair McFarlandSeptember 22, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Thursday, September 22, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Thursday was in Moose at $4.98 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Laramie at $3.09 per gallon.
September 22, 2022
Hageman: Leading Wyoming Attorneys Send Her ‘Threatening’ Letter
A group of prominent Wyoming lawyers has sent a letter to Republican U.S. House candidate Harriet Hageman asking that she stop pushing former President Donald Trumps claim that the 2020 presidential election was stolen.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 22, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Here Is A Kuralt-Like Spectacular Wyoming Road Trip
Bill Sniffin writes: "On this day, Jimmy Orr, Dave Simpson, Dave Lerner, Rod Miller, and I honored the late Jim Angell at the new Cowboy State Daily offices. We had a great time telling Jim Angell stories and puffing away on his brand of favorite cigars on a perfect late afternoon."
Bill SniffinSeptember 22, 2022
Cheney, Dems, Get Win On Election Reform; Only 8 Republicans Voted For Bill
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheneys Presidential Election Reform Act passed the U.S. House on Wednesday on mostly partisan lines, a move she said will help guard against future efforts to steal elections.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 22, 2022
Shadowy PACs Draw Concern in Campbell County
There are more questions than answers when it comes to whos behind two political action committees that influenced many Campbell County races this August.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 22, 2022
New Gold Mine West Of Cheyenne Could Employ 2,600 People; Generate $75 Million In Tax Revenue
Planned CK Gold Mine between Laramie and Cheyenne, near the ghost town of Hecla, promises to bring thousands of jobs and tax revenue to Wyoming.
September 22, 2022
Barrasso Scores Victory With Amendment That Prevents China From Receiving Preferential Status
An amendment produced by U.S. Sen. John Barrasso prevented China from being given preferential status under a climate agreement passed in the Senate Wednesday.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 22, 2022
High Gas Prices Haven’t Sparked Wyoming Coal Generation
As gas prices push higher, cheap coal becomes more attractive, but years of industry decline, other factors make it difficult for Wyoming mines to capitalize.
September 21, 2022
Hunter Drops Meth Pipe In Wyoming Game Warden’s Truck While Being Cited For Trespassing
It was not a good day for a Wyoming hunter who was being cited for trespassing near Glendo reservoir when he dropped his meth pipe inside a game warden's truck.
Mark HeinzSeptember 21, 2022
Wyoming Littles: Triceratops A Good State Dinosaur, Because Self-Defense
First and second graders in Clearmont, Wyoming on Wednesday said that the state dinosaur, triceratops, fits Wyoming because triceratops are great at self-defense.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 21, 2022
Wyoming Wildlife Crossings: How Wildlife Officials Got Animals To Use Them
During the winter of 1977-78, John Hyde was a game warden trainee with the Wyoming Game and Fish department and charged with figuring out how to get deer to use highway underpasses that are still in use today.
Mark HeinzSeptember 21, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Wednesday, September 21, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Moose at $4.98 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Laramie at $3.09 per gallon.
September 21, 2022
Royale Treatment: Wyoming’s Most Prestigious Art Show This Weekend in Cody
The biggest names in western art will be represented at Wyoming's most prestigious art event, the Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale this weekend in Cody. Last year, despite the pandemic, it raised more than $1 million and with 104 artists represented this year, organizers are excited about this year's event.
Wendy CorrSeptember 21, 2022
Man Claims University of Wyoming Fired Him For Being White, Straight, Christian Male
A former University of Wyoming student and employee said he was fired for being a white, straight, Christian man and for opposing the school's required staff diversity course that pushes critical race theory.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 21, 2022
Hageman Rips Feds, Congress During Constitution Day Speech
U.S. Congressional candidate Harriet Hageman delivered a dour speech, reflecting on what she believes is a failure to adhere to the Constitution due to the actions of the federal government.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 21, 2022
At 4.4 Miles, Wyoming Team Sets New Rifle Shot World Record
From the pull of the trigger, roughly 24 seconds elapsed before spotters heard the telltale plunk of a 422-grain copper bullet piercing the thin metal target 4.4 miles away, setting a new world record.
Mark HeinzSeptember 21, 2022
Feds Recommend More Oversight of Wyoming Natrium Nuclear Project
With $2 billion of public money behind it, the Bill Gates-backed Natrium nuclear project needs more federal oversight, according to a government study.
September 21, 2022
Elementary Kids Find Wounded Deer on Green River School Grounds, G&F Investigates
A wounded mule deer, likely shot within Green River City limits, was found lying in brush on school grounds by elementary school students; Wyoming Game and Fish Department is investigating and asking for tips.
Mark HeinzSeptember 20, 2022
Study Dispels ‘Lazy Pothead’ Myth, Some Legislators in Wyoming Not Too Stoked
At least one state lawmaker isnt swayed by a new study that says smoking pot doesnt make users lazy as Wyoming remains one of only 2 island-of-prohibition states.
September 20, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Pandemic Demonstrated Connections Between Humans, Animals, And Environment
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "The One Health response to a zoonotic-caused global pandemic has confirmed the wisdom of uniting human, animal, and environmental health response."
Cat UrbigkitSeptember 20, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Tuesday, September 20, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Moose at $4.98 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Laramie at $3.09 per gallon.
September 20, 2022
The Mystery of Shoshoni, Wyoming’s Missing Cats
With nearly 20 cats missing from the Shoshoni area without a trace, many locals suspect humans of trapping the cats.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 20, 2022
Cheney Says GOP Treats Trump Like A ‘King,’ Supporters Put Him ‘Above The Law’
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney pulled no punches in a speech on Monday night, skewering the Republican Party for continuing to defend former President Donald Trump.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 20, 2022