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Embattled Laramie County DA Submits Defense Documents Late, Claims Computer Glitch
In responding to the State Bar's ruling that she is incompetent, embattled Laramie County DA Leigh Anne Manlove submitted her defense documents late and riddled with typographical errors, duplicate paragraphs, and missing citations.
May 06, 2022
Legislators Say Intergalactic Military Space Force Should Be Part of Wyo Military Structure
Members of Wyoming's Transportation Committee on Wednesday agreed that Wyoming should recognize the intergalactic military Space Force as part of the states military structure.
Leo WolfsonMay 06, 2022
Dave Walsh: Following The Pokes In The Pros
Columnist Dave Walsh writes: "The Josh Allen craze that continues here in the Cowboy State is certainly not the first example. The Logan Wilson infatuation will not be the last. Will there be a flurry of Jacksonville Jaguar jersey sightings coming soon?"
Dave WalshMay 06, 2022
Clair McFarland: I’m Too Scared To Cut My Kid’s Hair
Cowboy State Daily's Clair McFarland writes: "At this point, Im too scared to cut my kids hair. Its been months since my middle-born son had a haircut because he says he can feel his hairs crying when the clippers chop them."
Clair McFarlandMay 06, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Thursday, May 5, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Thursday was in Jackson at $4.78 per gallon. The lowest price was $3.86 per gallon in Gillette.
May 06, 2022
Yellowstone National Park Turns 150 Years Old On Friday; Huge Party Planned
Fridays public celebration of the birthday of the worlds first national park will be held at Old Faithful Inn, kicking off the 150th summer season of Americas first national park.
Wendy CorrMay 05, 2022
Colorado Engineer Blasts EPA For Blaming Denver Smog On Wyoming
A Colorado engineer is blasting the EPA for blaming any of Denver's smog problem on Wyoming. "There's no possible way for the EPA to justify it, " Barney Strobel said.
Clair McFarlandMay 05, 2022
Wyoming Game And Fish Cuts 11,000 Mule Deer & Pronghorn Hunting Licenses
A continuing drought and disease have prompted the Wyoming Game and Fish Department to cut by more than 11,000 the number of mule deer and pronghorn hunting licenses it will issue.
May 05, 2022
Hoarded Dogs From Cheyenne Getting New Homes, Happy Lives
Less than a month after nearly 60 dogs were rescued from a hoarded house in Cheyenne, the animals are getting a new lease on life - and some are getting new homes, too.
May 05, 2022
Road Warriors: Bikers Who Save Trafficked And Missing Children
A group of bikers called the "Road Warriors For The Missing" go out to help find missing and trafficked children. Jason Clark told Cowboy State Daily that it's the terrified look in the childrens eyes that propel the volunteers to keep searching. Now that hes seen it, its impossible to look away.
May 05, 2022
Cheney Will Not Be Attending Wyo GOP Convention Because Eathorne Is “Oath Keeper”
U.S. Rep Liz Cheney's spokesperson told Cowboy State Daily Thursday evening that the congresswoman will not be attending the Republican convention because Wyoming GOP chair Frank Eathorne is a member of the far-right anti-government group "Oath Keepers"
Leo WolfsonMay 05, 2022
Kinnear Couple Fined $60,000 For Deer Baiting; “Not Nearly Enough” Says Wyo Hunting Group
Although a Kinnear, Wyo couple has been fined $60,000 for deer baiting, the head of a Wyoming hunting group said the penalty isn't nearly stiff enough and they should have their hunting rights revoked for life.
May 05, 2022
Explainer: How Many Corner Crossing Cases Are Happening In Wyoming Right Now?
Those Missouri hunters acquitted on trespass charges last week aren't out of the woods yet. They're still facing legal action in both state court and federal court. Here's a breakdown of the three different cases.
May 05, 2022
Laramie County Denied: Credentials Committee Votes 15-8 Against Seating Laramie County Delegates
At the GOP convention on Thursday, the Credentials Committee voted 15-8 that Laramie County only be allowed to seat three delegates instead of the 36 the county sent to the state meeting in Sheridan.
Leo WolfsonMay 05, 2022
WYDOT Will Request Exemptions to Federal Electric Vehicle Charging Program
WYDOT Director Luke Reiner told a legislative committee on Wednesday that due to the inefficiency of building electric charging stations on empty stretches of Wyoming highways, the state will appeal for exemptions from the 'every 50 miles' requirement.
Leo WolfsonMay 05, 2022
Man Stumbles On To Grizzly While Hiking in Yellowstone; Acts Smart, Does Not Get Mauled
A Wyoming man enjoying a hike in Yellowstone on Tuesday came upon a grizzly less than 30 yards away. The Game and Fish Dept said because he didn't try to feed it, pet it, or put a saddle on it, he didn't get mauled.
May 04, 2022
Fed Interest Rate Hike Will Be Felt In Wyoming In Three to Six Months
A Cheyenne financial advisor said Wyoming should feel the interest rate hike in three to six months and ultimately the increase is a good idea to stop stagflation.
May 04, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Wednesday, May 4, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Jackson at $4.78 per gallon. The lowest price was $3.86 per gallon in Gillette.
May 04, 2022
Wyoming Fight Against Human Trafficking Makes Headway
At Wyoming's first-ever human trafficking conference held in Sheridan earlier this week, experts debunked human trafficking myths like how people get caught up in the illicit activity.
May 04, 2022
Wyoming Marine Family’s Lawsuit Against Alec Baldwin Thrown Out
A federal judge on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit against actor Alec Baldwin filed by the Wyoming family of a fallen U.S. Marine, saying the family failed to prove the court had any jurisdiction over Baldwin's actions.
May 04, 2022
Pay Boost Could Put Powell Teachers Near Top For Salaries in Wyoming
Trustees for Park County School District No. 1 in Powell are considering raising teacher pay significantly, moving the districts salaries from among the lowest in the state to among the highest.
Wendy CorrMay 04, 2022
Shoshone Tribe Asks UW To Consider Free Tuition For Native Students
After the University of California decided to waive all tuition for American Indian students, the Shoshone Tribe asked the University of Wyoming for the same. UW agreed to discuss the issue.
Clair McFarlandMay 04, 2022
Three Missouri Hunters Again Charged With Trespassing In Corner Crossing Case
Three of the four Missouri hunters who were acquitted last week of criminal trespass in a Carbon County corner crossing case have again been charged with the same crime, according to recent court filings.
May 04, 2022
Wyoming Game And Fish Kills 1,200 Pheasants At Sheridan Bird Farm To Prevent Avian Flu Spread
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department killed 1,200 pheasants at its Sheridan bird farm in an attempt to prevent the spread of avian flu to the entirety of the flock.
May 04, 2022