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Buffalo Teacher Wins National Milken Educator Award for Excellence And $25,000 Cash Prize
Jessica Kavitz, a kindergarten teacher at Meadowlark Elementary School in Buffalo, on Tuesday received the Oscar of Teaching the Milken Educator Award for teacher excellence.
November 30, 2022
As City Faces Housing Crisis, Future In Limbo For Row Of Empty Historic Cheyenne Homes
A row of historic homes in a picturesque Wyoming landscape sit perpetually empty on land leased to the city by the USDA near the High Plains Arboretum in Cheyenne even as the city is feeling the pinch of a severe housing shortage.
Renée JeanNovember 30, 2022
Kroger, Albertsons CEOs Grilled On Capitol Hill About Mega-Merger
Pointed questions were just what Wyoming union president Kim Cordova was hoping to hear during a congressional hearing into the merger deal between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons, and she wasnt disappointed.
Renée JeanNovember 30, 2022
Report: Climbing Contributes Millions To Wyoming Economy, Could Bring In Millions More
Neighboring Colorado, California and Utah all have large climbing communities. Smart marketing to these nearby enthusiasts could bring thousands more climbers to Wyoming and millions more tourism dollars.
Renée JeanNovember 30, 2022
‘Thwop!’ Disabled Man Fills Cow Elk Tag With Help From Wyoming Volunteers
A Bridger, Montana, man was one of the latest of more than 300 disabled people whove been given a chance to hunt in Wyoming through the efforts of a Cody-based all volunteer group.
Mark HeinzNovember 30, 2022
New Flaring Rules Will Hit Small Wyoming Companies Hardest
The Department of the Interior on Monday announced proposed rules to limit flaring from oil and gas production on federal lands. The rules will further increase energy costs, which are now at historic highs.
November 30, 2022
Incoming Natrona School Board Member Stands Ground After Outgoing Trustee Blasts Her
After getting ridiculed by an outgoing Natrona County School Board member, an incoming board member stood her ground telling the woman that because of her support for two sexually graphic books that she was "supportive of the sexualization of children."
Clair McFarlandNovember 30, 2022
Lummis Votes Yes On Same-Sex Marriage Bill
U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis was one of 11 Republican senators to vote Tuesday afternoon to pass federal same-sex marriage legislation, saying she and others have been vilified and despised by some that disagree with our beliefs.
Leo WolfsonNovember 30, 2022
Ho, Ho, Hold It! Wyoming’s Favorite Christmas Movie Is What?
A recent report by The Associated Press outlining the most popular holiday movies in each state says Wyomings is a horror-comedy called Krampus, prompting many in the Cowboy State to respond, never heard of it.
Wendy CorrNovember 29, 2022
US State Treasurers Campaign Against Woke Capitalism; Elon Musk Says ‘ESG Is A Scam’
As Wyoming's treasurer Mark Gordon was an early critic of 'woke capitalism.' As governor, he says he's committed to keeping state financial decisions free from politics. Current state treasurer Curt Meier would not comment.
November 29, 2022
No Decision Yet Over Lawsuit To Remove 100-Yards Distance Rule In Polling Places
The 10th Court of Appeals is still considering arguments in a lawsuit that will determine how close people can campaign around polling places. Plaintiffs believe they should be able to campaign and gather signatures much closer to polling places.
Leo WolfsonNovember 29, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Where Did the Ruby Pipeline Money Go?
In part one of a four part series, columnist Cat Urbigkit looks at the deal Western Watersheds Project made with the Ruby Pipeline to see where the money went and if commitments were satisfied...
Cat UrbigkitNovember 29, 2022
Little Wyoming: Cowboy State Ropers Winter in Wickenburg, Arizona
More Wyoming horse folks are making their way to Wickenburg, Arizona, every winter. Ropers and riders say the weather and the opportunities keep them coming back.
Wendy CorrNovember 29, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Terrifying Tales Of Treacherous Driving On Interstate 80 In The Winter Time
Bill Sniffin writes: Two and a half years ago, a horrific crash involving hundreds of big trucks and dozens of cars and pickups found themselves slamming into each other on Interstate 80. Four people were killed and dozens were injured. I-80 in the winter time is not to be dismissed."
Bill SniffinNovember 29, 2022
Natrona County School Board Votes To Keep Sexually Graphic Books In High School Library
The Natrona County School Board voted to keep the books "Gender Queer" and "Trans Bodies, Trans Selves" in the Kelly Walsh High School library but parents will have to let the school know that their children can have access to them.
Clair McFarlandNovember 29, 2022
Snowmobilers OK With Plowing Critical Yellowstone Road In Winter With Replacement Trail
Snowmobilers say they aren't opposed to plowing a critical stretch of Highway 212 outside of Yellowstone as long as a replacement trail for recreation is created.
Wendy CorrNovember 29, 2022
No “Smash And Grabs” But Shoplifting In Wyoming Is Increasing And Driving Prices Up
Although Wyoming hasn't been hit by roving gangs of criminals like other states, coordinated shoplifting efforts have increased which is driving the cost of goods up across the state.
Renée JeanNovember 29, 2022
Wyoming State Rep. Chad Banks Chosen To Help Decorate The White House
Rep. Chad Banks, D-Rock Springs, spent 10 hours a day for three days working at the White House, a process in which the volunteers were not allowed to take photos documenting their progress.
Leo WolfsonNovember 29, 2022
Inflation Prompts Wyoming Shoppers To Go Smaller This Gift-Giving Season
Although some Wyoming communities reported record sales, crowds by and large felt thin at many stores in Wyoming for Black Friday, and even some Small Business Saturday shopping seemed to take a hit in some areas.
Renée JeanNovember 29, 2022
China Doubles Down On Coal, Europe Returning To Coal, While The U.S. Kills Coal
China has 1,109 gigawatts of coal-fired capacity and is rapidly building more. The U.S. has 196 gigawatts of coal capacity in its entire fleet and the Biden Administration is trying to get rid of all of it.
November 29, 2022
Rex Rammell In Trouble Again; Accused Of Illegally Driving RV On Federal Land
Perennial political candidate Rex Rammell, who has had many brushes with the law in the past, has been cited for operating his giant RV in a prohibited area on federal land where vehicles are prohibited.
Leo WolfsonNovember 29, 2022
Saratoga Lake Officially Dead; Game & Fish Kills Every Living Thing In It
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department's Metallica-themed goal at Saratoga Lake was to "kill 'em all." And they succeeded as everything is dead. The department will restock the lake with trout in Spring 2023.
Jimmy OrrNovember 29, 2022
Wyoming Oil Producers Angry That Biden OKs Oil From Venezuela While Restricting U.S. Production
Wyoming oil producer Diemer True says it's absolute "madness" that President Biden eased sanctions against socialist Venezuela while continuing restrictions against U.S. oil production.
November 28, 2022
Dave Simpson: What’s The Name Of That Paper Again?
Columnist Dave Simpson got his start at the Laramie Boomerang 49 years ago this week. He covered everything from cattle mutilations and UFOs, failed prison escapes, and an intoxicated Easter bunny getting arrested.
Dave SimpsonNovember 28, 2022