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Cat Urbigkit: A Lesson in Self-Determination. From a Dog.
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "When she was ready, Leckie shared her little blessings with us, her caregivers. I sat down nearby, stroking her head, feeding her treats, admiring her pups without touching them."
Cat UrbigkitAugust 24, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Tuesday, August 23, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Moose at $5.78 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Gillette at $3.21 per gallon.
August 24, 2022
Game And Fish Want Elk Blood From Hunters’ Kills To Track Outbreaks Of Brucellosis
Samples of elk blood taken from hunters kills are key to tracking outbreaks of Brucellosis, the Wyoming state veterinarian said. This disease can be transmitted from wildlife to cattle and threaten the livelihood of Wyomings ranchers.
Mark HeinzAugust 24, 2022
Newly Released Sasquatch Data Shows More Wyoming People Are Bigfoot Believers
According to official Sasquatch data, the most frequent sightings of Bigfoot in Wyoming has been in Park County followed by Lincoln, Teton, and Carbon counties.
Wendy CorrAugust 24, 2022
“Fat Jesus” Turns Casper Roadway Into Demolition Derby
A Casper man said hes lucky to be alive after a drunken driver whom he described as Fat Jesus plowed into his SUV with speeding a F-250, sending the SUV into a midair jelly roll.
August 23, 2022
Wyoming Primary Election Recap: Who Raised The Most And Who Spent The Most
Millions of dollars were spent helping politicians get elected in Wyoming this year. The candidates who spent the most money tended to have the most success, but they didnt always win.
Leo WolfsonAugust 23, 2022
Fremont County Coroner, Police Still Won’t Say Who Died After Reservation Police Shooting
The Fremont County Coroner's office and the police agencies involved with the investigation of a death following a police shooting will not release the name of the deceased, which is in sharp contrast to how cases had traditionally been handled.
Clair McFarlandAugust 23, 2022
Wildlife On Highway 34: Driving Thru Sybille Canyon Is Like “Game Of Frogger”
Wildlife on Highway 34 through Sybille Canyon is particularly bad this time of year. The Game and Fish Dept is most concerned about a herd of Bighorn sheep which is hanging out near the highway in the canyon.
Mark HeinzAugust 23, 2022
“Cards Against Humanity” Game Creator To Send Wyomingites’ Money To Pro-Abortion Group
The maker of the popular adult party game "Cards Against Humanity" is using profits from Wyoming customers to support pro-abortion groups like the National Network of Abortion Funds.
Clair McFarlandAugust 23, 2022
Cale Case Launches “Hail Mary” Attempt To Draft Nathan Winters Against Chuck Gray In SOS Race
Wyoming State Sen. Cale Case announced on Tuesday he is trying to get more than 5,000 signatures to get former legislator Nathan Winters on the ballot as an Independent to run against Chuck Gray in the Secretary of State race.
Leo WolfsonAugust 23, 2022
Dave Simpson: Ahab Institute Coming To Jackson?
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "Unless Liz opens the Captain Ahab Institute for the Pursuit of The Great White Donald Trump Whale in Jackson Hole, I predict our news media appeal will quickly fade."
Dave SimpsonAugust 23, 2022
U.W. Professor, Who Is World’s Foremost Authority On Squirrels, Says Splooting Is OK
The world's foremost authority on squirrels, who happens to be a University of Wyoming professor, said when squirrels sploot, that's ok.
August 23, 2022
Hageman Pleased With Fauci Retirement; Calls For Investigation Over COVID Response
Harriet Hageman said she was happy to hear of Dr. Anthony Fauci's pending retirement. She also called for congressional hearings and investigations over Fauci's response to COVID-19.
Leo WolfsonAugust 22, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Monday, August 22, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Monday was in Moose at $5.78 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Gillette at $3.21 per gallon.
August 22, 2022
“Not Cool:” Wyoming Muscle-Car Enthusiasts Not Thrilled About Dodge Electric Vehicles
You can't fake muscle. And Wyoming muscle-car enthusiasts are not excited about the imminent end of the gas-powered Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger.
Clair McFarlandAugust 22, 2022
Mule Deer Palooza Planned In Wyoming To Raise Money For Mule Deer Conservation Projects
The fundraisers for the Mule Deer Foundation used to be called "Gun-A-Palooza" but social media companies have outlawed anything to do with guns so they've renamed the fundraiser "Mule Deer Palooza."
Mark HeinzAugust 22, 2022
Crumble Cookie, Nation’s Largest Cookie Company, Opening Location In Cheyenne
Crumbl Cookies, which experienced the highest sales growth of any chain in the United States in 2020, is opening a franchise in Cheyenne later this week. Retail observers say the company's use of social media is partly responsible for its success.
August 22, 2022
Cheney Not Ruling Out Run For President In 2024; Calls Republican Party “Very Sick”
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney wont rule out running for President in 2024 and if she does so, she may run as something other than a Republican.
Leo WolfsonAugust 22, 2022
Chronic Wasting Disease Testing Mandatory In Four More Wyoming Deer Hunt Areas
Mandatory testing of hunters kills for chronic wasting disease has been implemented this year in four popular deer hunt areas in the Laramie Mountains of southeast Wyoming. It will also continue in two deer hunt areas in Fremont County.
Mark HeinzAugust 22, 2022
After Two-Year Hiatus, Longmire Days Returned To Buffalo; Thousands Travel To Celebrate
Longmire Days returned to Buffalo, Wyoming this past weekend and thousands of super-fans made the trip to celebrate.
August 22, 2022
Wyoming Gets First Case Of Monkeypox; No Longer Only State In Nation Without It
The Wyoming Dept of Health on Monday announced that a Laramie County man has come down with monkeypox.
Jimmy OrrAugust 22, 2022
Bison Attacks Florida Car At Yellowstone; Amazingly, Tourists Stayed In Car
A bison demonstrated why Yellowstone officials are warning people to stay away from wildlife, especially during the rut. One bison became annoyed with a car and attacked it on Sunday.
Jimmy OrrAugust 22, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Sunday, August 21, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Sunday was in Moose at $5.78 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Casper at $3.28 per gallon.
August 21, 2022
Rod Miller: The Passing of a First Amendment Zealot
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "Wyoming lost a card-carrying, sold out, fire-breathing First Amendment zealot the other day with the untimely passing of Jim Angell."
Rod MillerAugust 21, 2022