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Oath Keepers With Badges? Wyoming Law Enforcement Agencies Respond
A Laramie Police Department official says a state lawmakers claim the LPD is playing down the revelation that one of its officers has been identified as a member of the far-right militia group Oath Keepers is inaccurate and irresponsible.
Greg JohnsonOctober 06, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Thursday, October 6, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Thursday was in Moose at $4.98 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Cheyenne at $3.26 per gallon.
October 06, 2022
Wyoming’s ‘Highway To Heaven’ Not A Hoax
Fact or Fiction? Is there a stretch of road on I-80 in Wyoming that looks like it leads to the great beyond? Yes, it's a fact but only under the right conditions.
Wendy CorrOctober 06, 2022
Drought And Colorado River: Irrigation Restrictions in Wyoming Possible By 2028
Debates over century-old federal laws regulating Colorado River water will determine if irrigation in southwest Wyoming is restricted.
October 06, 2022
Wyoming Tourist Tries Very Hard To Get Mauled
A tourist in the Jackson area gave himself every opportunity on Wednesday to get mauled but ultimately did not try hard enough.
Jimmy OrrOctober 06, 2022
Legislator’s Plan Would Slash Wyoming’s Tax Rate But Broaden Base To Include Groceries & Services
Cheyenne Rep. Landon Brown says lowering sales and use tax from 4% to 2.5%, but apply the tax to more services, would generate similar income for the state while reducing reliance on revenues from energy sector.
Clair McFarlandOctober 06, 2022
Wednesday Legislative Debate: Incumbent Bob Nicholas vs Democrat Challenger Jordan Evans In House 7 Race
Both incumbent Republican legislator Bob Nicholas and Democrat Challenger Jordan Evans are supportive of Medicaid expansion but differ on election issues.
Coy KnobelOctober 06, 2022
Ray Hunkins: As For Lawyers’ Complaints About Hageman, There Is No Place For Politics in Bar Association
Columnist Ray Hunkins writes: Lawyers who use the integrated bar to score political points do a great disservice to the profession and assure that collegiality will no longer be a welcomed feature of the practice of law in Wyoming.
Ray HunkinsOctober 06, 2022
Another Reason To Be Grateful To Live In Wyoming: Reason #2
We don't have to put up with crap like this...
October 06, 2022
Eagle Kill Permits May Get Easier For Wyoming Wind Farms
A new Biden administration proposal would provide an expedited permitting process for activities that kill eagles, including wind farms.
October 06, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Only One Job Left For Liz Cheney – She Can Be Joe Biden’s Attack Dog
Bill Sniffin writes: Liz Cheney could very well have occupied the Speaker of the House post at an incredibly young age of 56. She could have been speaker for the next 20 years. What might have been?
Bill SniffinOctober 05, 2022
Heavy Metal Ban: Feds Propose Banning Lead Ammunition
A renewed push to ban lead ammunition on federal lands could hurt hunting and target shooting in Wyoming, says longtime wildlife biologist and gun advocate.
Mark HeinzOctober 05, 2022
Letter To The Editor: I Have A Problem With The “Reverend” Rod Miller
Dear editor: The Reverend Rod Miller should remember, judge not lest ye be judged and those without sin should cast the first stone, before pointing a finger at Lauren Boebert.
October 05, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Stock Market Is Too Risky, Vote Against Amendment A
Dear editor: The Wyoming County Treasurers Association is opposed to Amendment A which would allow local governments cities, counties, schools, special districts, etc. to invest your money in the stock market.
October 05, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Legislators Need To Protect Children From Groomers
Dear editor: The choice in front of legislators and voters is whether Wyoming will protect the innocence of children and encourage sexual morality, or enable the grooming of children and celebrate sexual degeneracy.
October 05, 2022
Eastern Elk Herds Are Now Thriving, But Wyoming Is Still King For Hunting
Transplanted elk from Wyoming and other Western states are thriving in the East. So much so that Virginia is having its first-ever elk season. But Wyoming is still tops for elk hunting, say wildlife experts.
Mark HeinzOctober 05, 2022
Wyoming Ghost Stories: ‘Sophie’ Haunts Ivinson Home For Ladies in Laramie
At the Ivinson Home for Aged Ladies in Laramie, theres one resident you wont be able to have a conversation with. Her name is Sophie, and shes a ghost.
Wendy CorrOctober 05, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Wednesday, October 5, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Moose at $4.98 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Cheyenne at $3.26 per gallon.
October 05, 2022
Chinese Company Looks To Sell Four Seasons Resort In Jackson
Chinese companies have hundreds of millions of dollars invested in Wyoming. The states direct investment from Chinese companies at about $770 million.
October 05, 2022
Ghost Stories: Wyoming’s Cigar-Making Prison Poltergeist
Whether or not you believe in ghosts, theres arguably no place creepier to explore alone in the dark than the Wyoming Territorial Prison in Laramie.
Greg JohnsonOctober 05, 2022
California’s Sanctuary Rule For Child Sex Changes Doesn’t Impact Wyoming Because Wyoming Has No Laws Against It
California has enacted a sanctuary law for out-of-state minors seeking transgender medical care and procedures, but it may not interfere with Wyomings laws because Wyoming has no law against transgender medical procedures for minors.
Clair McFarlandOctober 05, 2022
Eating Wyoming: Ignore The Gas Station, The Antler Steakhouse In Lander Is Fantastic
Food columnist Tim Mandese says don't be fooled by the exterior. The Antler Steakhouse in Lander may be in the same building as a gas station but the food is outstanding.
Tim MandeseOctober 05, 2022
Traveling Wyoming: Wyoming Has Always Had The ‘Perfect Conditions’ for Fossils
Fossils have been discovered in all corners of Wyoming for more than 100 years. Paleontologists explain why the Cowboy State is ground zero for fossils.
Wendy CorrOctober 05, 2022
Aaron Turpen: Musings On School Zones and Cheyenne’s Illiterate Drivers
Automotive columnist Aaron Turpen writes: "What I notice in school zones is both frightening and amusing at the same time. In the same way that watching videos on Yellowstone National Park: Invasion of the Idiots is."
Aaron TurpenOctober 05, 2022