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US Rep. Liz Cheney Endorses Michigan Democrat
UPDATED: U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney on Thursday morning has endorsed incumbent U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, a Michigan Democrat, who is running against a Republican who has questioned the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Leo WolfsonOctober 27, 2022
State Rep. Says House Freedom Caucus Plans Wyoming Political Takeover
Outgoing State Rep. Bill Fortner said Wyoming's House Freedom Caucus is planning a takeover of Wyoming politics and the effort is being headed by Rep. John Bear who he calls "nothing but a two-faced liar."
Leo WolfsonOctober 27, 2022
George Wienbarg: I Went Undercover For The Cheyenne Police Dept When I Was 17
Guest columnist George Wienbarg writes: "It was around the time of free loveand free hemp in 1968 that I was hired by the Cheyenne Police Department to be a freelance undercover narcotics agent."
George WienbargOctober 27, 2022
Remains Identified As Wyoming Hunter Who Went Missing In 2019 Snowstorm
The Carbon County Sheriff's Office confirmed Wednesday afternoon that human remains found Oct. 16 are those of Mark A. Strittmater, 44. He went missing in a snowstorm Oct. 19, 2019, while elk hunting.
Mark HeinzOctober 26, 2022
Wyoming Legislators Trying Yet Again To Provide Incentives For Film Industry
Wyoming legislators are trying again to provide incentives up to $10 million for film companies to make Wyoming-centric movies and TV shows in the Cowboy State.
Renée JeanOctober 26, 2022
Texas Company Asks EPA To Allow Disposal Of Fracking Wastewater Into Aquifer Near Pavillion
A Texas-based oil and gas company is seeking EPA approval to inject wastewater from fracking oil and gas wells into a deep aquifer near the town of Pavillion, arguing the aquifer is too deep to be used as a drinking water source.
October 26, 2022
Despite Shooting Himself, Wyoming Hunter Says Handgun Saved Him From Grizzly
Evanston hunter Lee Francis told Cowboy State Daily that despite shooting himself, his 10 mm Glock saved his life. "The grizzly was a foot away from the muzzle and it was just bam, bam, bam, bam, bam!"
Mark HeinzOctober 26, 2022
Lawmakers Approve Draft Legislation To Tighten Regs On Wyoming Gaming Industry
The Wyoming Legislatures Appropriations Committee passed draft legislation Wednesday that tightens licensure requirements for gaming companies in the Cowboy State as the industry continues to grow.
Leo WolfsonOctober 26, 2022
12-Foot Giant Skeleton Creator Says He Enjoys Creativity Of Owners
The creator of the enormously popular 12-foot giant skeleton aka Skelly told Cowboy State Daily he knew the huge novelty would be popular. Many owners leave "Skelly" up all year because it's so huge.
Renée JeanOctober 26, 2022
Teton County School District To Return $200,000 Federal Grant For EV Bus They Can’t Use
Although the Teton County School District received a $200,000 grant from the EPA to purchase an electric school bus, they have to return the money because there's nowhere to store it.
October 26, 2022
Wyoming Man Who Impregnated Business Partner’s Teen Daughter Loses Court Appeal
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed the argument that the judge wouldnt hear testimony that the girl had slept with a grown man before, the parents condoned the pairs sexual relationship and the parents extorted money from the man after learning of the relationship.
Clair McFarlandOctober 26, 2022
With Rail Strike Looming, Wyoming Has The Coal To Ship But Can’t Get Enough Trains
The demand for coal has risen and Wyoming coal producers can significantly increase production but they can't get the trains to carry it. "The market is there if Wyoming could just get it out on trains," the governor's office said.
October 26, 2022
Wyoming Lawmakers Discuss How To Fund $50 Million Outdoor Recreation Account
From ARPA money to prioritizing sales tax revenue, the Wyoming Joint Travel, Recreation, Wildlife and Cultural Resources Committee debates bill and how to make it palatable for lawmakers in the next legislative session.
Renée JeanOctober 26, 2022
Cody Superintendent Apologizes For Librarian’s ‘Racist’ Comments, But Not Librarian
A Cody School District librarian has faced rebuke but not apologized for comments she made to Cowboy State Daily calling people in her community pushing to remove two books from district schools racist.
Leo WolfsonOctober 26, 2022
Too Many Wild Horses? Some Legislators Say Wyoming’s ‘Feral’ Horses Population Is Out Of Control
Wyomings wild or feral horse population remains essentially uncontrolled, some legislators said. Meanwhile, the states Native American tribes could set an example in horse management, a wildlife advocate said Tuesday.
Mark HeinzOctober 26, 2022
Letter To The Editor: No Courage, Honesty In Wyoming’s Current Republican Party
Dear editor: I was quite pleased to read Mike Krampner's letter to the editor about the lack of courage and honesty in the current Republican Party in Wyoming.
October 25, 2022
Wyoming’s Top Educator Says Pornography, Indoctrination Of Students A Crisis
In a show of force, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder was joined by a host of Republican state lawmakers to rally against sexually explicit materials found in many Wyoming public school libraries.
Leo WolfsonOctober 25, 2022
Construction Of 150 Megawatt Solar Farm Outside Of Cheyenne Likely To Begin In March
A California company is moving ahead with a 150-megawatt solar farm outside of Cheyenne. It is expected to create 182 temporary construction jobs.
October 25, 2022
Wyoming Joins States Clapping Back Against ‘Woke’ Companies
State Treasurer Curt Meier said the companies the state invests in shouldnt be involved in woke investing and social credit scores. Companies should act politically neutral, he said.
October 25, 2022
Non-Resident Wyoming Hunting Tags Could Get Huge Price Hike
Prices could rise dramatically for some nonresident Wyoming hunting licenses in a move some say will bring them more in line with averages across other Westen states.
Mark HeinzOctober 25, 2022
Fresher Food, Direct From The Farm: Locally Sourced Food Stores In Wyoming Are Growing
As inflation and supply chain issues squeeze large retail grocers, Wyoming consumers now have the choice to shop at new locally-sourced food stories for higher-quality and locally produced food.
Renée JeanOctober 25, 2022
Cheyenne Family, School Move On After Transgender Film Shown In High School Class
Mother of South High School student who felt uncomfortable with probing questions about transgender transitioning film in class frustrated with schools response to her concerns the material and quiz were akin to indoctrination.
Clair McFarlandOctober 25, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Bearing Witness to Large Carnivore Conservation
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "For all Ive witnessed at kill sites, Ive never faced the trauma of a human death to a wild animal. But I know the trauma exists."
Cat UrbigkitOctober 25, 2022
Degenfelder Says Sexually-Explicit Books ‘Not Suitable For Minors’
Megan Degenfelder, the GOP nominee for Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction, publicly opposed two sexually graphic books in the Kelly Walsh High School library. She also said that they are an "inappropriate use of taxpayer funds."
Clair McFarlandOctober 25, 2022