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$10 Million ‘World-Class’ Shooting Complex Could Make Wyoming An International Destination
Wyoming has missed the mark by not having a world-class shooting complex that could draw tourism and boost the state to international status among firearms and archery enthusiasts, say proponents who are trying to launch the project.
Mark HeinzJanuary 29, 2023
Rod Miller: “Coach” – Say It With Respect
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "His players revered Coach Young not only because he helped them win, but because he helped them become better men. Masculine virtue isnt only winning, but also becoming better men, fathers and citizens. A proud dad could ask for no better influence on his jock son than that."
Rod MillerJanuary 29, 2023
Interstate 80 Closed Until Monday; Multi-Vehicle Accidents, Winter Storms To Blame
Two multi-vehicle crashes which resulted in one fatality on Interstate 80 on Saturday have resulted in nearly the entire stretch of highway being closed until Monday evening.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 29, 2023
Pennie Hunt: What Is Your Value?
Columnist Pennie Hunt writes: Begin telling others today what value they bring to your life. Use words of feelings and emotions. You may be surprised how they will reciprocate by telling you what value you bring to them.
Pennie HuntJanuary 29, 2023
One Dead In Massive 40+ Vehicle Crash, Pileup Between Elk Mountain And Laramie, Wyoming
One person was killed and an unknown number of injuries were reported in two separate accidents involving more than 40 vehicles between Elk Mountain and Laramie on Saturday afternoon.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 29, 2023
For 60 Years, Nancy Takeda Has Been A Fixture At The Historic Wort Hotel In Jackson
Nancy Takeda has been part of the famous Wort Hotel in Jackson Hole for 60 years. From watching a then-unknown Willie Nelson perform to a devastating fire that threatened to close the legendary hotel forever, shes been there for it all.
Renée JeanJanuary 28, 2023
Rulon Gardner, 51, On Comeback Trail, Wants To Wrestle In 2024 Olympic Games
Afton's Rulon Gardner was 29 when he won gold at the Sydney, Australia, Olympic Games in 2000. More than two decades later, he wants to do it again. Gardner told Cowboy State Daily it's the most "Wyoming" thing he can think of to do.
Greg JohnsonJanuary 28, 2023
Senate Favors Letting State, Not Power Companies, Set Rates To Buy Surplus Renewable Energy
People with residential rooftop solar installations and those who work in the industry gave the Senate Corporations Committee an earful on a bill that would free electric utilities from being obligated to buy their surplus electricity.
January 28, 2023
Wyoming Recruit Turns Down Power 5 Scholarships To Be Walk-On At Notre Dame
Cody High School senior Luke Talich, a die-hard Notre Dame football fan, turned-down many Division I scholarship offers to realize his own "Rudy" moment as walk-on for Fighting Irish.
Wendy CorrJanuary 28, 2023
Legislator Wants To Put Teton County Fairgrounds Under State Control; Worried Town Council Will Kill Rodeo
Citing its importance to Wyoming heritage and Wyoming rural heritage, Rep. John Winter wants to make the Teton County Fairgrounds a state historic site. There is concern by some that Jackson residents want to turn the fairgrounds into affordable housing and eliminate the rodeo.
Leo WolfsonJanuary 28, 2023
Bill Criminalizing Child Sex Changes In Wyoming Squeaks Through Senate Committee
A proposed Wyoming law criminalizing transgender-related treatments for minors narrowly survived its first legislative committee vote Friday, passing on a 3-2 vote.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 27, 2023
Wyoming Lawmakers Consider Lowering Bar For Tax Relief
The state House Revenue Committee passed a bill Thursday that would make it easier for Wyoming residents to receive property tax rebates.
Leo WolfsonJanuary 27, 2023
Is Greta Thunberg Actually Smart Or Is She Just A Propped-Up Celebrity Armed With A PR Machine?
When pressed to defend her stances on climate change issues, Swedish activist Greta Thunberg responded with giggles and sarcastic replies, prompting critics to say it shows she has little understanding of climate science and is following a script her handlers give her.
January 27, 2023
Laramie County Plans To Plant 60,000 Trees As Windbreaks
Wyoming wind is famous or perhaps infamous. But for residents like Justine Whitcare, those strong winds, coupled with our open landscape, can turn that wind into a natural sandblaster, stripping paint off her Laramie County house.
Renée JeanJanuary 27, 2023
Don’t Buy Property Next To A Farm, Then Complain That Animals Have Sex Outdoors, Bouchard Says
Sen. Anthony Bouchard attempted humor to highlight a serious concern of his: residential development encroaching on agriculture operations, then complaining that theyre smelly, noisy and bothersome to their sensibilities.
Leo WolfsonJanuary 27, 2023
Bill Sniffin: Wyoming Has More Guns Than People, And Lots Of Crazy Stories
Bill Sniffin writes: Wyoming is Gun Central in the United States. Two-thirds of the residents own guns and there may be more guns than citizens of this fine state."
Bill SniffinJanuary 27, 2023
“Old, Beat-Up Trailer Just Sold For $675,000!” Legislators Wrestle With Soaring Property Tax Bills
In discussing soaring property tax rates which have increased from up to 30% - 50% in his district, Wyoming Sen. Dan Dockstader on Thursday said a "old, beat-up, doublewide trailer on a itty-bitty lot" sold for $675,000 last year
Renée JeanJanuary 27, 2023
Clair McFarland: Bigfoot Riding On Unicorn Cannot Take Me From Decorating My January Cake
Clair McFarland writes: "Even if Bigfoot burst from the Yellowstone wilds riding a unicorn through a lava flow and forced Governor Gordon to abdicate, it would not be enough to drive me from this kitchen..."
Clair McFarlandJanuary 27, 2023
Western Ag Network Report: Friday, January 27, 2023
Today's Western Ag Network Headlines: Record low hay stocks seen in top producing states; and Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis co-sponsors American Beef Labeling Act.
Jimmy OrrJanuary 27, 2023
Ice Build-Up Threatens To Flood, Break Though Bridge Near Cody
For the second time in four years, a bridge south of Cody is threatened by rising ice. Sandbags are ready to be filled in case the Shoshone River backs up toward a residential area.
Wendy CorrJanuary 27, 2023
Legislator: Wyoming Is The ‘The Last Hope’ For Gun Rights
Rep. Jeremy Haroldson told Cowboy State Daily that the reason there are so many gun bills in the legislature this year is Wyoming is "the last hope" for gun owners and manufacturers.
Mark HeinzJanuary 27, 2023
Bill Allocating $5.25 Million Of Wyoming Money To Help Build Border Wall Passes Committee
A bill dedicating $5.25 million to help Arizona and Texas build a border wall and transport migrants to other places passed a Wyoming legislative committee on Thursday afternoon. Gov Gordon said he supports the legislation.
Leo WolfsonJanuary 27, 2023
Natl Motorcycle Club President Says Harley-Davidson Transition To All-Electric ‘Stupidest Thing Ever’
Harley-Davidsons CEO said recently the company will transition to producing only electric motorcycles. The president of the National League of Riders Motorcycle Club says that's "the stupidest thing ever."
January 27, 2023
Bill Targeting Critical Race Theory In Wyoming Public Schools Sails Through To Senate Floor
Sen. Lynn Hutchings said she sponsored the anti-CRT bill because factions through the nation are spreading divisive and destructive, instruction to young people in a way that undermines gains made by Black people in America.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 26, 2023