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Committee Accepts Bill To Prohibit Human Trafficking Felons From Ever Driving Commercial Vehicles
A bill aimed at prohibiting anyone convicted of using a commercial vehicle in the course of human trafficking from ever driving a commercial vehicle again won approval from a House committee Tuesday.
February 16, 2022
COVID-Related Deaths Increase By 22 In Wyoming; 1,689 Total Since Pandemic Began
The Wyoming Department of Health on Tuesday said the deaths of another 22 residents in January and February have been linked to COVID.
February 16, 2022
House Rejects Proposal To Investigate Zwonitzer For Residency Allegations By A 36-24 Vote
Representatives declined to take action on the allegations filed against Rep. Dan Zwonitzer, R-Cheyenne, rejecting by a vote of 36-24 a proposal to form a special committee to study the allegations he no longer lives in the district he represents.
February 15, 2022
Sen. Lummis Pays Tribute to Late State Sen. Leland Christensen
In an emotional address on the floor of the U.S. Senate, Wyoming's junior senator Cynthia Lummis paid tribute to late Wyoming state Sen. Leland Christensen
Jimmy OrrFebruary 15, 2022
What Do Real Estate Agents Do When They Run Out of Inventory?
Real estate agents all over Wyoming are dealing with very little inventory to sell while buyers are dealing with skyrocketing prices on the few houses which are available.
Wendy CorrFebruary 15, 2022
Dave Simpson: Warm Thoughts For A Cold Season
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "It's colder than a well-digger's boots outside, and the wind is howling. Time for some of my favorite Wyoming memories to warm up by the fire."
Dave SimpsonFebruary 15, 2022
Autopsy Report: Laundrie Was Eaten By Animals After Death In Florida Park
Brian Laundrie, the killer of his fiancee Gabby Petito, was partially eaten by animals following his death by a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head last fall, the autopsy report revealed.
February 15, 2022
Lummis: Disruptive Passengers Protesting Masks Should Not Go On No-Fly List
U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis said putting people who disrupt airplane flights to protest facemask mandates should not be put on a "no-fly list," as it would put them on the same footing as terrorists.
February 15, 2022
House Introduces Bill Requiring ‘Reasonable Accommodation’ For Unvaccinated Workers
Wyomings House voted 45-15 to introduce House Bill 32, which would specify that employers who require their workers to get vaccines would have to provide reasonable accommodations for employees who cannot or will not get vaccinations.
February 15, 2022
Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket Proposal Defeated
A plan to sell scratch-off lottery tickets to raise money for the states Office of Outdoor Recreation was defeated Tuesday by the Wyoming House of Representatives.
February 15, 2022
444 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Monday; 1,284 Recoveries; 978 Active
The state reported 444 new laboratory-confirmed cases and 70 new probable cases for a total of 978 active cases on Monday.
February 15, 2022
Wyoming GOP Legislator Blasted After Standing Up For Cheney On CNN
Rep. Landon Brown, R-Cheyenne, said he was the recipient of hate mail after he appeared on CNN over the weekend where he expressed his support for U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney, R-WY, and said President Trump wasnt fit for office.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 15, 2022
House To Review Complaints Against Zwonitzer; Four Sue Seeking Proof Of Residency
A lawsuit filed in state district court in Cheyenne on Friday asked the court to force Rep. Dan Zwonitzer, R-Cheyenne, to prove he lives within House District 43, the district he was elected to represent.
February 15, 2022
Cowboys Basketball Ranked For First Time In Seven Years; #22 in AP & Coaches Polls
The Wyoming Cowboys ranking of 22nd in the country is the highest the team has been ranked since 1988.
Tracy RingolsbyFebruary 14, 2022
Former Teton County Mayor & Two Others Sue Teton County Over Handling Of Sex Assault Allegations
Three men, including the former mayor of Jackson, who were accused of sexual assault-related crimes are suing Teton County officials, claiming prosecutors falsified and exaggerated evidence against them and used the media to vilify them in their community.
February 14, 2022
Gordon State of the State: Wyoming Has Survived Tough Times & Things are Getting Better
In his state of the state address, Gordon described his budget as well planned, transparent and forward-looking to keep state government operating within the states means.
February 14, 2022
Once World’s Most Famous Child Ballerina, Stephanie Selby Dies At 56 in Cody
Cody resident Stephanie Selby, who was once the most famous child ballerina in the world starring in New York City Ballets "Nutcracker," died on February 3 in Cody.
Wendy CorrFebruary 14, 2022
Gray Introduces Legislation To Name Highway After President Trump
Rep. Chuck Gray has filed legislation that would name a stretch of highway in Casper to the "President Donald J. Trump Highway."
Jimmy OrrFebruary 14, 2022
Bill Sniffin: An Old Twisted Tree Taught Me An Important Valentine Lesson
Bill Sniffin writes: Maybe this is how married couples can live a long life together. When one is weak and falling down, the other holds up its partner as long as he or she can.
Bill SniffinFebruary 13, 2022
302 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Friday; 424 Recovered; 1,748 Active
The state reported 302 new laboratory-confirmed aand 73 new probable cases to leave the state with 1,748 active cases on Friday
February 13, 2022
Gov Mark Gordon Is A Logan Wilson & Cincinnati Bengals Fan For The Day
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon wished former Wyoming Cowboy and now Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson best of luck in the Super Bowl.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 13, 2022
Californian Gets Destroyed By Bull in Bike Race
One unlucky cyclist this weekend attempted to pass a bull which was standing on a bike trail in the Rock Cobbler bike race. The cyclist lost. Twice.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 13, 2022
Wyo Cowboys Clobber San Jose State 74 – 52; Now 21-3 On The Season
Graham Ike recorded a double-double with 25 points and 18 rebounds to push Wyoming past San Jose State 74-52 on Saturday
February 13, 2022
IRS Cancels Facial Recognition Software for Taxpayer Identification
In a rare moment of bipartisanship, members of both parties in Washington -- including Sens. Barrasso and Lummis -- criticized the IRS for implementing facial recognition software for taxpayer identification purposes.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 12, 2022