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Former CFO Of Wyo Catholic College Facing Federal Charges For Wire Fraud
Paul McCown, former CFO for Wyoming Catholic College, is being charged with wire fraud in connection with allegations he improperly applied for and received more than $800,000 in federal coronavirus assistance.
March 11, 2022
Rod Miller: A Rumor Around The Ol’ Campfire
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "The rumor around the ol campfire is that were fixin to get a visitor! Word has it that Oath Keepin Frank Eathorne, titular head of the Wyoming Republican Party, has announced that ex-president Donald Trump will grace the Cowboy State with his presence."
Rod MillerMarch 11, 2022
Wyoming Virtual Currency Plan Clears House
A plan to make Wyoming the first state with its own virtual currency won final approval from the House on Thursday.
March 11, 2022
Wyoming Cowboys Rally Late to Defeat UNLV in Quarterfinals
A pair of Brendan Wenzel free throws with three seconds to go put the Cowboys up 59-56 to win a quarterfinal victory over UNLV Thursday afternoon.
Jimmy OrrMarch 11, 2022
Bill Sniffin: UW Fans Out-Yelled UNLV Fans As Team Snaps 19-Game Losing Streak In Vegas
Bill Sniffin writes: "Wyoming fans literally raised the roof Thursday afternoon as their UW Cowboys defeated UNLV, 59-56. And boy, were these fans ever having a lot of fun."
Bill SniffinMarch 11, 2022
65 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Thursday; 62 Recoveries, 245 Active
The state reported 65 new laboratory-confirmed cases and was left with 245 active cases for Thursday.
March 11, 2022
Sen. Bouchard Removed From Committee Assignments After Tense Vote
By nearly a 2 - 1 vote on Thursday, Wyoming State Sen. Anthony Bouchard was removed from his committee assignments after a number of serious charges -- including threatening others members -- were levied against him by Senate leadership.
Jimmy OrrMarch 11, 2022
Brooks & Dunn, Jason Aldean To Headline 2022 Cheyenne Frontier Days’ Night Shows
Officials at Cheyenne Frontier Days on Thursday announced the concert lineup for this year's 10-day festival. Brooks & Dunn, Jason Aldean, and Dierks Bentley are just three of the headliners.
March 11, 2022
Nuclear Power Plant, Storage Bill Passes Wyoming Senate, Headed Back To House
A bill that would adjust the state's rules for regulating nuclear power plants and waste storage facilities, prepared in anticipation of the construction of a nuclear power plant near Kemmerer, cleared the Wyoming Senate on Thursday.
March 11, 2022
Wyoming Has More Than 160 Homes For Sale Over $1 Million; Realtors Say This Is Becoming More Common
Wyoming has more than 160 homes for sale with an asking price of more than $1 million, a figure realtors say is becoming more and more common.
March 10, 2022
Former Game Show Host Left L.A. & Nashville For Life In Cody, Wyoming
Although Cody resident Dan Miller said being a game show host was the "perfect job in television," he left the bright lights of Hollywood and the big stars of Nashville 20 years ago for a quieter life in Wyoming.
Wendy CorrMarch 10, 2022
Pinedale Woman Continues Search For Missing Sister; Over Two Years Now Without A Trace
Emily believes something was going on in those final two weeks in jail when Anne stopped communicating. Emily fears whoever that person might be trafficking her. Or perhaps her sister has overdosed and has yet to be found.
March 10, 2022
Wyoming Abortion Ban Bill Approved With Rape And Incest Exemption
During the third reading of the bill Thursday morning, Sen. Case urged the Senate to vote against it, calling it a form of bondage. The bill passed 24-5 with one excused.
March 10, 2022
120-Foot ‘Tiny Home’ For Sale in Story, Wyoming For $150,000
For only $150,000, this home offers off-the-grid living in one of the most beautiful places in Wyoming. The only sticking point is it's 120 square-feet.
March 10, 2022
Wildlife Group Criticizes Wyoming Game And Fish For 30 Grizzly Kills In 2021
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has received criticism from a wildlife organization for killing 30 grizzly bears in 2021.
March 10, 2022
71 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Wednesday; 59 Recoveries; 250 Active
The state reported 71 new laboratory-confirmed cases and no change in probable cases, leaving hte state with 250 active cases on Wednesday.
March 10, 2022
Cowboys Face UNLV in Quarterfinals of Mountain West Championship
The Cowboys head to Las Vegas to take on UNLV on Thursday in the Quarterfinals of the 2022 Mountain West Championship.
Jimmy OrrMarch 10, 2022
Clair McFarland: Driving Lessons With A 9-Year-Old
Clair McFarland writes: "Sometimes I let the kid drive. For a 9-year-old to be given a Honda Accord, the interior conditions must be perfect: brotherly harmony, mild heating, minimal flatulence."
Clair McFarlandMarch 10, 2022
So You Think It Has Been Cold Lately In Wyoming? How Does -66 Sound To You?
Bill Sniffin writes: "What is the official coldest temperature ever? UW Historian Phil Roberts said, I think the record is still -66 recorded Feb. 9, 1933 at Moran. I heard the temperature was actually colder, but the thermometers didn't have the capacity to register a lower reading!'"
Bill SniffinMarch 10, 2022
“Second Amendment Protection Act” Clears House By 43 – 15 Margin
Opponents of the bill said it provides no actual protection of Second Amendment rights. "It says one branch of government is going to hold the other branch accountable and that fails every time," said Rep. Robert Wharff (R-Evanston).
March 10, 2022
Ban On Russian Oil Not Likely To Help Wyoming Industry Unless Biden Lifts Restrictions on Federal Lands
Unless President Biden lifts his restrictions on leasing and permitting of federal land for oil and gas development, Wyoming is unlikely to see an increase in production.
Clair McFarlandMarch 10, 2022
No Critical Race Theory Bills Made It Through 2022 Wyoming Legislative Session
Sen. Anthony Bouchard said the legislature's failure to pass any Critical Race Theory bills could cause Wyoming to lose its designation as a 'red state.'
March 10, 2022
Wyoming Dept of Health Says Alternatives To COVID Pills Are Available
Wyoming may be toward the bottom of the priority list to receive the antiviral pills developed to treat the coronavirus, but a number of other treatment options exist, according to the Wyoming Dept of Health.
Wendy CorrMarch 09, 2022
Wyoming Economist: Russian Oil Ban Won’t Have Much Impact On Gas Prices
Wyoming's chief economist said despite gasoline prices nationally increasing by more than 55 cents per gallon in the last week, President Biden's ban on oil imports won't have much impact at the pump.
March 09, 2022