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Realtors Say Fans of “Yellowstone” TV Series Trying To Buy Ranches In Wyoming
Because of the success of the hit TV series "Yellowstone," Wyoming realtors have seen much interest from out-of-state residents trying to buy ranches in the Cowboy State.
Wendy CorrJune 09, 2022

Beartooth Highway Finally Reopens After 12 Days; 10-Foot Snow Drifts Cleared
After 12 days, the famed Beartooth Highway is open again. Ten foot snow drifts and avalanches kept the roadway closed but now WYDOT is optimistic it will stay open through the summer.
Jimmy OrrJune 09, 2022

Liquor Is Inflation-Proof Says Wyoming Booze Expert
Although inflation is affecting consumer decisions across the board, one product that is inflation-proof is alcohol, according to Wyoming State Liquor Association Director Mike Moser.
June 09, 2022

Mills Police Capture Missouri Fugitive Who Cut Hole In Jail Ceiling To Escape
A Missouri fugitive who escaped from jail by cutting a hole in the ceiling was discovered on Wednesday at the Ghost City Truck Stop in Casper -- more than 900 miles away from the jailbreak.
June 09, 2022

Letter to the Editor: Liz Cheney Places Country Over Party
Dear Editor: Liz Cheney has immense courage to stand up for our democracy and place country over party. We are fortunate she even wants to run for reelection after enduring the bullying and pressure to walk the 'party line.'"
June 09, 2022

Lummis Introduces Bill For Cryptocurrency-Friendly Regulation
On Tuesday, U.S. Sen Cynthia Lummis introduced bipartisan cryptocurrency legislation that she believes may revolutionize the way these assets are regulated in America.
Jimmy OrrJune 09, 2022

Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Wednesday, June 8, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Jackson at $5.89 per gallon, and the lowest surveyed price was in Cheyenne at $3.99 per gallon.
June 09, 2022

Schroeder: Wyo To Comply With Fed Gender Mandate Until State Funds School Lunches
Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder said until the State of Wyoming pays for federal school lunches, the department has little choice but to comply with gender ideology mandates.
Clair McFarlandJune 08, 2022

Wyoming Legislators Thrilled At Planned Meat Processing Plant In South Dakota
Two Wyoming legislators said a proposed meat processing plant in South Dakota, which would be the largest in the country, could not only be a monopoly-buster but would bring a big economic boost to the region.
June 08, 2022

Former Casper Doctor Who Sexually Assaulted Patients Loses Wyo Supreme Court Appeal, Again
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a former Casper gynecologists claim of juror misconduct in a trial where he was convicted of sexually abusing patients, new court filings showed.
June 08, 2022

U.S. House Candidate Denton Knapp Takes New Job But He’s Not Dropping Out Of The Race
Retired Army colonel Denton Knapp said he will juggle his new full time job with campaigning by spending a few hours each night after work and weekends attempting to reach voters.
Leo WolfsonJune 08, 2022

Yellowstone: Do Not Take Selfies With Bison Even If They Appear Like They Want To
Once again the National Park Service is warning people to stay away from wildlife after a bison rested his head on a boardwalk in Yellowstone. Instead of walking away from the animal, people gathered around it taking selfies.
June 08, 2022

Out-Of-State Hunter Pays $115k For Bighorn Sheep Hunting Tag At Lander Event
An out-of-state hunter paid $115,000 at a charity event in Lander for the opportunity to hunt a bighorn sheep in Wyoming. That's a bargain. Earlier this year, a bighorn sheep tag sold for $305,000.
June 08, 2022

Lummis Says Stance On Gun Control Has Not Changed Despite CNN Story
Despite a CNN story that appeared to show U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis has had a change of heart on some gun control measures, her spokeswoman on Wednesday said the senators positions have not shifted.
Leo WolfsonJune 08, 2022

A Return To Summer: Tornadoes, Funnel Clouds, Hail, 90 Degree Temps, And Snow
Summer weather is back in Wyoming and that included tornadoes, funnel clouds, hail, and 90 degree temperatures on Tuesday. Next week, snow is in the forecast.
Jimmy OrrJune 08, 2022

Pony Express Rides Again Through Wyoming Beginning On Thursday
The annual Pony Express Re-Ride will pass through Wyoming beginning Thursday, June 9, with more than 150 riders in a horseback relay transporting a machila satchel filled with over 1,000 pieces of mail from Missouri to California.
Wendy CorrJune 08, 2022

Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Tuesday, June 7, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Jackson at $5.49 per gallon and the lowest was in Cheyenne at $3.99 per gallon.
June 08, 2022

Cat Urbigkit: Risks & Rewards of Storytelling
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "We were contacted by a production company working on a science-based series focused on the intersection of people and predators. I liked what seemed to be their honest curiosity about the issue and its complexities, and we agreed to host the film crew..."
Cat UrbigkitJune 08, 2022

Park County Group Testifies Against Hand Counting Ballots From 2020 Election
A Park County civil liberty group testified against a proposal to hand count ballots from the 2020 election. The group said the proposal is meant to "undermine trust in elections."
Leo WolfsonJune 08, 2022

Permanent Daylight Saving Time For Wyoming Just Got One Step Closer
The push to get rid of daylight saving time gained another victory last week with Colorado becoming the latest state to join Wyoming on the measure.
Leo WolfsonJune 07, 2022

Fate Of Wyoming Alpha Female Wolf Living In Colorado Is Unknown
A Wyoming wolf that migrated to Colorado two years ago has not been seen in several weeks, if not months, according to recent reports.
June 07, 2022

Cheyenne’s House District 44 Race: Purple, Crowded, Contentious
One of the most dramatic races in the state legislature may be in House District 44 in Cheyenne. Two candidates are related to each other. Another is trying to win the seat back. And two are making their first foray into politics.
Leo WolfsonJune 07, 2022

Casper Police Release Information On Abortion Clinic Fire Suspect As Video Footage Emerges
The Casper Police Department has released video footage of a white female who they have identified as the suspect in starting a fire in late May that caused significant damage to an abortion clinic in Casper.
June 07, 2022

Six Years After Bison Placed In Minivan, Wildlife Officials Plead With Public To Leave Animals Alone
Wildlife officials have sent out a reminder that "rescuing" wild animals is a bad idea. Six years ago, tourists placed a bison calf in their minivan because they thought it looked cold. Days later the calf was euthanized because the mother abandoned it.
Jimmy OrrJune 07, 2022
