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Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Thursday, March 31, 2022
The highest average gasoline price in Wyoming on Thursday was in Wheatland at $4.79 per gallon. The lowest single price was $3.78 per gallon of regular unleaded in Douglas.
April 01, 2022
Dave Walsh: A Radio Guy Takes A Dive Into The Written Word
Columnist Dave Walsh writes: "Ive been fortunate enough to call Cowboy games for almost four decades now, thats more than 1,500 game broadcasts. And now, it is my great privilege and honor to write this column and tell my stories."
Dave WalshApril 01, 2022
Supreme Court Says No To Mother’s Attempt To Change Child’s Last Name To New Husband’s Name
A mother seeking to change the name of her child to match that of her new husband failed to prove the change would be in the childs best interest, Wyomings Supreme Court has ruled.
April 01, 2022
Gillette Hospital Facing ‘Financial Insolvency’ By 2026
The Campbell County hospital is facing such massive budget shortfalls that it could be facing "financial insolvency" in just a few years, its leadership announced this week.
April 01, 2022
Wyoming Realtors Say 20% Down Payment For House Is A Myth
A Cheyenne-based real estate agent is trying to dispel the myth that homebuyers still need to have a 20% down payment, she told Cowboy State Daily on Thursday.
April 01, 2022
Northern Lights May Reappear In Wyoming On Friday
If you missed the appearance of the Northern lights in Wyoming on Wednesday night, forecasters say the phenomenon could be visible in Wyoming again on Friday and Saturday.
Wendy CorrMarch 31, 2022
Sundance Tow Truck Owner Accused Of Stealing Dead Man’s Belongings Following Fatal Accident
A Sundance tow truck owner has been charged with theft, accused of taking tools and other items from the wreckage of a pickup truck belonging to a man killed in an accident.
March 31, 2022
Booming Oil Prices Means Good News, Bad News For Wyoming
Rising oil prices could be great for Wyomings economy in the short-term, but if sustained, they could push consumers away from fossil fuel usage quicker than previously predicted, according to economists.
March 31, 2022
Wyo Health Officer Cautious On Second Covid Booster; “It’s A Personal Decision”
Wyoming's public health officer is softening her stance on the value of the latest COVID-19 booster shots, urging residents to speak with their doctors before getting a second booster as recommended by federal health officials.
March 31, 2022
Wyoming Man Pleads Guilty To Beating Up, Carjacking Elderly Man On Thanksgiving
A Fort Washakie man pleaded guilty earlier this month to beating up and carjacking an elderly man on the day before Thanksgiving.
March 31, 2022
Former Wyoming Catholic College CFO Pleads Guilty To Wire Fraud
Paul McCown, former chief financial officer for Wyoming Catholic College pleaded guilty to bilking a financial firm out of almost $15 million.
March 31, 2022
Wyoming Photographers Delight In Aurora Borealis
Photographers all over Wyoming on Wednesday took advantage of a rare showing of the Northern Lights in the Cowboy State.
Jimmy OrrMarch 31, 2022
Driver Plows Into Downtown Building in Gillette, Leaves Vehicle as Evidence
The first rule of a successful hit-and-run accident? Dont leave evidence behind at the scene of the hit that will help authorities find you after you run. A driver from Gillette did not get that memo.
March 31, 2022
Wyoming’s Rising Land Prices ‘Really Rough’ For Some Farmers Looking To Grow
Prices for farmland real estate in the state increased 5.3% from 2020 to 2021, to $790 an acre
The Center SquareMarch 31, 2022
UW and Basketball Coach Jeff Linder Agree to Contract Extension Through 2027
In signing a contract extension on Wednesday, UW basketball coach Jeff Linder agreed to a five-year deal with annual guaranteed compensation of over $700,000 per year with additional incentives likely.
Jimmy OrrMarch 31, 2022
Cody’s “Downrange Warriors” Helps Veterans Heal From Service-Related Trauma
A dozen suicide attempts, multiple marriages, and physical scars from horrific events that occurred half a world away are outward symbols of what Richard carries with him every minute of every day. It's the mission of Downrange Warriors to bring veterans like Richard out of those dark places and into the light.
Wendy CorrMarch 31, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Wednesday, March 30, 2022
The highest average gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Jackson at $4.78 per gallon. The lowest price remains $3.78 per gallon in Douglas
March 31, 2022
Wyoming Working To Develop Network Of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The Wyoming Department of Transportation will hold a series of public meetings to develop a plan to use $25 million to provide incentives for private companies to build the stations across the state.
March 30, 2022
Aurora Borealis May Be Visible in Wyoming On Wednesday Night And Thursday Morning
Residents of northern Wyoming stand the best shot of seeing the Northern Lights on Wednesday evening with the prime viewing time being between 8pm and 10pm.
March 30, 2022
Out-Of-State Hunters Suing Wyo Game & Fish For $4 Million For Emotional Pain And Suffering
A pair of out-of-state hunters have filed a lawsuit against the Wyoming Game and Fish Department alleging they were wrongfully arrested on hunting charges in 2019 and are asking for damages of $2 million each
March 30, 2022
There Are Only 456 Electric Cars Registered in Wyoming; Will They Ever Catch On?
Wyoming has one of the lowest electric vehicle ownership rates in the country with only 456 EVs registered in the state. How quickly the state will warm-up to these vehicles is uncertain.
March 30, 2022
After Decade Of Decline, People in Wyoming Starting To Get Married Again
After a decade of declining marriage rates, Wyoming saw a slight uptick in 2021. Some credit the pandemic for the increase.
Clair McFarlandMarch 30, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Ending Federal Wolf Oversight, or Permanent Protection?
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "Regardless of the naysayers seeking permanent wolf protections, Wyoming should celebrate its success on the 5-year anniversary of the removal of its gray wolves from the list of species federally protected under the Endangered Species Act. Weve earned it."
Cat UrbigkitMarch 30, 2022
Bouchard Says $5,800 Per Person DC Fundraiser For Hageman Proves She’s No Different Than Cheney
Anthony Bouchard on Wednesday said Harriet Hageman's DC fundraiser and DC residence prove she's no different than U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney.
March 30, 2022