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Wyoming GOP Loses Registered Voters In Lead Up To General Election
Although Wyoming is one of the most conservative states in the country, the Republican Party has lost 1,335 registered Republicans in the last month.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022

Brent Bien Lost By 50,000 Votes To Mark Gordon But Volunteers Still Push Write-In Effort
Write-in gubernatorial candidate Brent Bien was overwhelmingly defeated by incumbent Gov. Mark Gordon in the primary losing by nearly 50,000 votes but that hasn't stopped volunteers from embarking on a write-in campaign.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022

Wind, Solar, EVs Are Going To Take A Huge Increase In Mining & The World Isn’t Ready For It
A 2021 energy report estimates that wind and solar projects will require 500% to 700% more minerals compared to building a natural gas power plant. And the world's mining industry isn't remotely close to an increase of that much.
November 01, 2022

Letter To The Editor: Are We Being Represented Or Threatened By Those Who Want Our Vote?
Dear editor: It sounded to me like this candidate made a subtle threat on more than one occasion to the county political party, the county voters and those in attendance.
November 01, 2022

Election Day ‘Blood Moon,’ Lunar Eclipse May Get Snowed Out In Wyoming
Not only is next Tuesday election day, but a "blood moon" lunar eclipse will be visible in Wyoming as well. That is, if the weather cooperates and it's not looking good right now.
Clair McFarlandNovember 01, 2022

Review: “The Osmonds!” Musical Is Really Quite Entertaining
Cowboy State Daily's Wendy Corr, who reported on Wyoming resident Jay Osmond's musical "The Osmonds!" premiering in England earlier this year, attended a performance while oversees and shares her thoughts on the show.
Wendy CorrNovember 01, 2022

Cat Urbigkit: WildEarth Guardians Advocates For Expansive Federal Authority Over State Wildlife
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "In two separate actions last month, the environmental group WildEarth Guardians asserted claims that federal laws preempt state laws when it comes to state wildlife management."
Cat UrbigkitNovember 01, 2022

Trinity Teen Solutions, Wyoming Facility For Troubled Teens, Shuts Doors Despite Courtroom Win
A Wyoming ranch for troubled teens Trinity Teen Solutions which was accused of employing cruel punishments and subjecting residents to forced labor, has won a significant court ruling, and also has abruptly closed its doors.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022

Man Dead, Sheriff’s Deputy Shot Following Halloween Shootout In Cheyenne
One man is dead and a law enforcement official was shot following a shootout Monday evening at a residence in the Saddle Ridge area of Cheyenne.
Jimmy OrrNovember 01, 2022

Halloween Good For Wyoming Candymakers, But Not As Sweet As Christmas
While Halloween is the biggest day for candy sales nationwide, thats not the case for Wyomings own candymakers. Cowtown Candy in Cody say Christmas and Thanksgiving are bigger.
Renée JeanNovember 01, 2022

Colorado Wolves May Have Crossed Border And Then Shot In Wyoming
Three subadult female wolves shot in Wyoming just across the border from Colorado highlight stark differences in the states laws, where its illegal to kill wolves in Colorado but allowed in Wyoming.
Mark HeinzNovember 01, 2022

Biden Threatens New Tax On ‘War Profiteering’ Oil Companies
President Biden on Monday threatened to enact a windfall tax if oil companies dont reduce the price at the pump.
November 01, 2022

Harriet Hageman Endorses Michigan Opponent Of Dem Backed by Liz Cheney
After U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney backed a Democratic congresswoman in Michigan last week, Harriet Hageman backed her GOP opponent on Monday.
Leo WolfsonNovember 01, 2022

Amendment A: Cities, Counties Could Get More Investment Freedom From Wyoming Voters
Amendment A would give Wyoming municipalities more leeway in making higher-risk investments if they choose. Proponents say they can manage their money better and realize greater returns, while opponents argue for less risk with public money.
Leo WolfsonOctober 31, 2022

Monitoring Workers A Growing Trend, But Wyoming Researcher Finds It Often Backfires
A University of Wyoming researcher studying workplace monitoring gave participants a series of tasks as well as an opportunity to cheat. Those who had been told they would be watched were more likely to cheat their employers than those who didnt know they were being monitored.
Renée JeanOctober 31, 2022

Dave Simpson: Never A Better Time To Live In Wyoming
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "Just once in the horrible surveillance videos we see of innocent people being beaten to within an inch of their lives, I long to see someone with the ability and the tools necessary to fight back."
Dave SimpsonOctober 31, 2022

Homeowners Outside Of Cheyenne Have First Tesla Roof In Wyoming
Chris and Shayla Roberts are the first owners of a Tesla Roof in Wyoming. It often produces more power than the home uses, and the couple gets credit for surplus energy that goes back to the grid.
October 31, 2022

Gordon, Others Praise $85 Million Investment In Wyoming Special-Needs Health Care
Gov Mark Gordon joined Wyoming Resource Center employees, clients, and supporters in Lander to mark the facility's $85 million 2018 remodel.
Clair McFarlandOctober 31, 2022

Game & Fish Says No Grizzlies Yet In Bighorns, But It May Just Be A Matter Of Time
The Wyoming Game and Fish department say grizzly bears havent made it to the Bighorn Mountains yet, despite greatly expanding their range over the last few decades. Others aren't that sure...
Mark HeinzOctober 31, 2022

Wyoming Horse Is Now Police Officer In New York Police Department’s Mounted Patrol
Gomez, a wild mustang born into the Salt Wells Creek herd near Green River nine years ago, is now a police officer In the New York City Police Departments mounted unit.
Wendy CorrOctober 31, 2022

WYDOT Says New License Plate Is Dark Blue, Not Black
Good news for people who hate the color of the new Wyoming license plate. It's actually blue, not black. WYDOT says it's the same color of the Wyoming state flag.
Jimmy OrrOctober 31, 2022

Yellowstone Ghosts: The Light Above Mammoth Hot Springs
If you find yourself in Mammoth Hot Springs after dark, look all around the horizon at the hills. You may be able to spot the light of Ed Wilsons unrequited love for Mary Henderson, a love that endures still today.
Jen MignardOctober 30, 2022

Rod Miller: Wyoming Education And The Cult Of Moloch In Cowboy Country
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "The Left wants to use the classroom to turn out rainbow unicorns. The Right wants to convert the classroom into a public catechism."
Rod MillerOctober 30, 2022

Wyoming High Schooler Finds Career Path Through Apprenticeship
While some communities have robust, active apprenticeship efforts for high school students, others dont. The Legislatures Joint Minerals, Business and Economic Development Committee is discussing a bill that would expand apprenticeship programs statewide.
Renée JeanOctober 29, 2022
