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Biologists Say Established Wolf Packs Outside of Wyoming’s Northwest Corner Are Unlikely
A few wolves might wander far, but established packs outside of Wyomings northwest corner are unlikely, biologists say.
Mark HeinzAugust 11, 2022
Tourists In Yellowstone Walk-Up To 2,000 Pound Fighting Bison To Get Better View
Instead of staying in their car, two tourists left their vehicle to get a better view of two fighting bison in Yellowstone. One observer told Cowboy State Daily the couple was less than 10-feet away from the bison.
Jimmy OrrAugust 11, 2022
Microbrews Are Big Business In Wyoming, Contribute More Than $200 Million To Economy
Nearly every weekend over the summer in Wyoming, there's a microbrew festival. The state's 40 breweries contribute $200 million to the economy.mci
August 11, 2022
Diana Enzi Endorses Tara Nethercott for Secretary Of State
On Wednesday, Tara Nethercott's campaign announced that Diana Enzi, wife of the late and former U.S. Sen. Mike Enzi, has endorsed her candidacy.
Leo WolfsonAugust 11, 2022
Goodbye To Nearly Century-Old Water Tower In Yoder, Wyoming
Despite having a new and much better water system now, the town's public works director said it was heartbreaking to watch the tower from 1927 be removed.
August 11, 2022
Oh, Joy: Flooding Releases High Numbers Of Mosquitoes In Wyoming
An entomologist with the University of Wyoming said this year's weather patterns have created the perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes to proliferate.
Wendy CorrAugust 11, 2022
Leaked FBI Memo: Gadsden Flag, Other Symbols Are Signs Of Militia Violent Extremists
Wyoming citizens who fly the Gadsden, Betsy Ross, Liberty Tree or certain other flags be aware. According to a leaked FBI document, these flags have made the list as potential signs of domestic terrorism.
Coy KnobelAugust 11, 2022
Gordon Tops All Fundraising For State Office Races With $541K
With less than week to go before the primary, Gov. Mark Gordon has raised more than any other campaign for Wyoming state office with just over $541,000.
Leo WolfsonAugust 11, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Who’s Afraid Of Liz Cheney?
Dear editor: Liz Cheneys voting 90% of the time with President Trump does not make her a conservative any more than voting with him 100% of the time would make him a conservative.
August 11, 2022
Shooting the Breeze With Rod Miller And Cat Urbigkit: Pre-Election Pondering
Cowboy State Daily columnists Rod Miller and Cat Urbigkit make their predictions for the upcoming Wyoming primary election.
Rod MillerAugust 11, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Thursday, August 11, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Moose at $5.79 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Casper at $3.28 per gallon.
August 11, 2022
Chuck Gray’s Father Donated 95% Of His $528K Secretary Of State Campaign
Records show State Rep. Chuck Grays father, Jan Charles Gray, contributed $500,000 of Grays $527,980 total contributions in his Secretary of State race.
Leo WolfsonAugust 10, 2022
Aaron Turpen: New Car Dealerships Are Going to Die Kicking and Screaming
Automotive writer Aaron Turpen writes: "Price gouging is a more common practice than most manufacturers will admit to and recent surveys have shown that consumers are not pleased at all. We will see the traditional dealership model crumble. And quickly."
Aaron TurpenAugust 10, 2022
Wyoming Firewood Dealers Say High Fuel Costs Have Forced Them To Raise Prices
Firewood dealers -- ranging from small, local sellers to a region-wide commercial operation -- said higher fuel costs will translate into higher prices for their products this year
Mark HeinzAugust 10, 2022
Bikers Boost State’s Economy As They Ride Through Wyoming To Sturgis Rally
When bikers come through Wyoming on their way to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, theyre bringing more than freedom on two wheels. Theyre also bringing an economic boost for the Cowboy State.
August 10, 2022
Worst Of Mountain Pine Beetle Epidemic In Wyoming Over, Experts Say
Despite the vast number of dead trees clearly visible from many of Wyomings roadways, the worst of the mountain pine beetle epidemic that ravaged forests appears to be over but different species of beetles and parasites continue to kill trees.
Mark HeinzAugust 10, 2022
Cause of Laramie Power Outage Unknown, Was Not Exploding Animal
Damage to a electric substation kept 1/3rd of Laramie without power for nearly nine hours on Tuesday. Cause of the damage is unknown but squirrels or other animals are not believed to have caused the problem.
Mark HeinzAugust 10, 2022
Wyoming Teachers Spending Their Own Money On Classroom Supplies Is Common
Although Wyoming teachers appear to be better supported financially than most around the country, many still have to pay for school supplies out of their own pockets.
Wendy CorrAugust 10, 2022
Abortion In Wyoming Will Continue; Judge Calls Abortion “Healthcare”
Judge Melissa Owens on Wednesday allowed abortions in Wyoming to continue while she contemplates the ban's constitutionality. She said she is inclined to view abortion as healthcare.
Clair McFarlandAugust 10, 2022
Wyoming Reacts To FBI’s Raid On Trump Estate, Cheney Goes Silent
Although Gov Gordon and Sens. Barrasso and Lummis registered concern about the FBI's raid of former President Trump's estate, Rep. Cheney hasn't said anything publicly about the event.
Clair McFarlandAugust 10, 2022
Harriet Hageman Profile: More To Hageman Than Just Anti-Cheney, Pro-Trump
In a profile piece of congressional candidate Harriet Hageman, Hageman told Cowboy State Daily: We did not send Cheney to Congress to be the judge, jury, and executioner of President Trump."
Leo WolfsonAugust 10, 2022
Man Wanted In Natrona County Double Homicide Has Been Located, Authorities Say
The Natrona County Sheriffs Office on Wednesday afternoon announced that a person of interest related to a double homicide in Natrona County has been found.
Jimmy OrrAugust 10, 2022
Petroleum Association: Development of Billion-Barrel Wyoming Oil Reserve Possible But Challenging
The billion-barrel oil reserve recently announced in Wyoming wont be easy to get to as federal ownership of land and mineral estates will play a large part in access.
August 10, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Tuesday, August 9, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Moose at $5.79 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Casper at $3.28 per gallon.
August 10, 2022