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Lightning Strike In Wyoming’s Absaroka Mountains Kills One, Injures Another
A 22-year-old man was killed and another man suffered severe injuries in a lightning strike Tuesday evening in the Absaroka Mountains, according to Teton County Search And Rescue.
Mark HeinzAugust 04, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Tara Nethercott An Insider? Yes- Thank Heavens
Dear editor: Unlike Senator Nethercott, Chuck Gray has not been assigned to chair a committee. Perhaps this sheds some light on the lack of confidence multiple House leaders have in his leadership capacity and ability to work with others.
August 03, 2022
Caesars Sportsbook Latest To Offer Sports Betting In Wyoming
Caesars Sportsbook is now the fourth company to unveil online sports betting in Wyoming. The Wyoming Gaming Commission says it wont be the last. The commission anticipates a total of 10 by 2023.
August 03, 2022
Wyoming Game and Fish, Guides Warn Against Fishing In Hot Weather
Catch-and-release fishing is common among trout enthusiasts who relish having a good scrap in picturesque settings without depleting fisheries, but experts cautioned that during hot spells it can harm or even kill fish.
Mark HeinzAugust 03, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Wednesday, August 3, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Jackson at $4.88 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Gillette at $3.42 per gallon.
August 03, 2022
Former President Trump Endorses Brian Schroeder For Superintendent
Former President Trump has endorsed Brian Schroeders candidacy for Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction, Schroeders campaign confirmed Wednesday.
Leo WolfsonAugust 03, 2022
Rock Springs Filmmaker To Host Screening Of Documentary At Dubois Military Museum
A Rock Springs filmmaker will host a documentary about his grandfather, a World War II prisoner of war, at the National Museum of Military Vehicles on Saturday.
August 03, 2022
Crook County Rep: Teton County Flipping From Blue To Red Is Why Wyo Needs Runoff Elections
Teton County flipping from majority Democrat to Republican is a prime example of why Wyoming needs runoffs elections, Rep. Chip Neiman told Cowboy State Daily on Wednesday.
August 03, 2022
Hawaii Says No Coal Allowed; Receives Final Shipment Of Coal Last Week
The governor of Hawaii announced the state received its last shipment of coal last week as they transition to so-called clean energy. "Good luck to them," said the head of the Wyoming Mining Association.
Clair McFarlandAugust 03, 2022
Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Cubin: Why I Am Supporting Harriet Hageman
Former U.S. Rep. Barbara Cubin (R-WY), writes: "I urge my fellow citizens to vote for Harriet Hageman for the U.S. House of Representatives because she is the best candidate for Wyoming."
August 03, 2022
Nethercott Blasts Gray For Misleading Mailer; Gray Defends Ad
Secretary of State candidate Tara Nethercott said opponent Chuck Gray lied in a mailer sent out to Wyoming voters. Gray defended the language in the advertisement, however.
Leo WolfsonAugust 03, 2022
Man Sets Forest Ablaze After Trying To Light Spider On Fire; Wyoming Officials Caution Against That
The spokesman for Medicine Bow National Forest is warning visitors to avoid lighting spiders on fire, at least outside of a fire ring, or else they could cause a wildfire like a Utah man did this week.
August 03, 2022
Former Sec Of State Max Maxfield Files Fraud Complaint Against Rep. Chuck Gray
Former Sec of State Max Maxfield has filed a federal complaint against Rep. Chuck Gray accusing him of making fraudulent financial disclosures during his 2021 U.S. House campaign.
Leo WolfsonAugust 03, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Tuesday, August 2, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Jackson at $5.09 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Casper at $3.49 per gallon.
August 03, 2022
Wyoming Hunting Regs Going Paperless – And It Could Be Permanent
Hunters if youre wondering when printed copies of the 2022 big game hunting regulations will start showing up at your favorite sporting goods stores they wont.
Mark HeinzAugust 03, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Here Are Wild And Wooly Predictions On Cheney-Hageman Race
Bill Sniffin writes: When I reached out to my network of informed Wyoming citizens, I asked them about my theory that 15,000 Democrats and Independents might cross over. And is there a possibility that even a higher amount might cross over?
Bill SniffinAugust 03, 2022
Wyoming Tourism Leads The Way In Statewide Job Growth
The states second largest industry adds 2,000 more jobs as of June compared to the same time last year. Newest numbers continue trend of growth over past decade for the sector.
August 03, 2022
Rawlins Changes Course On Water Fines: No More Neighbor vs Neighbor
The City of Rawlins has partially reversed course on levying fines against residents for water over-usage and is no longer encouraging citizens to rat-out their neighbor for water violations.
August 03, 2022
California, Illinois, New York Declare Monkeypox Emergency; Wyoming Has No Plans To Do So
Three states have now declared a public health emergency due to an outbreak of monkeypox, but Wyoming has no plans to do the same.
August 02, 2022
Sugarloaf Fire In Medicine Bow National Forest Grows To 700 Acres
A wildfire that was started last week in Medicine Bow National Forest has grown another 200 acres, burning almost 700 acres of land within the forest, fire officials told Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday.
August 02, 2022
Grizzlies Moved After Killing Sheep, Cattle Near Yellowstone
Two male grizzly bears that killed livestock in separate incidents in the Jackson and Cody regions of northwest Wyoming were captured and relocated to remote drainages near Yellowstone National Park
Mark HeinzAugust 02, 2022
Kelly Said He Was Not Pressured By Wyoming GOP To Quit Superintendent’s Race
Despite the Wyoming Republican Party announcing his decision to drop out of the race for Wyoming Superintendent, Sheridan resident Thomas Kelly said he made the decision and was not strong-armed by the Wyoming GOP.
Leo WolfsonAugust 02, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Conservative Values, or Extremism?
Discussing the House District 20 race, columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "Im going to give Mr. Schmid the benefit of the doubt that he doesnt want to see physical harm come to any American because of their political beliefs, despite his flirtation with extremism."
Cat UrbigkitAugust 02, 2022
Life Lessons From The Park County Fair In Powell, Wyoming
Both Fina and Tiegan attend Cody High School and participate in 4H raising small livestock. They pick their own fair projects each year. Tiegan is showing her lamb and rabbit, Buddy, as well as art and baking submissions.
Wendy CorrAugust 02, 2022