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Dept of Health Reports 17 New COVID-Related Deaths in Wyoming
The Wyoming Dept of Health announced on Tuesday that the number of Wyoming residents whose deaths have been linked to COVID has increased by 17.
February 09, 2022

Ariana Grande’s Pigs Receive New Houses From Wyo Students At Kindness Ranch
Four pigs living at the Kindness Ranch whose room and board were paid for by pop singer Ariana Grande received new houses this week made by Wyoming students.
February 09, 2022

Glenrock Officials Deny Wrongful Termination Of Former Police Chief
Town of Glenrock officials have asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought against them by the town's former police chief, who is accusing them of wrongful termination.
February 08, 2022

Severely Burned Woman Leaves Hospital Months After Jumping Into Yellowstone Geyser
A woman who was severely burned on 91% of her body below her chest after jumping into a Yellowstone geyser to rescue her dog has been released from a hospital.
February 08, 2022

Greybull Town Councilman Arrested, Charged With Child Porn Possession, Distribution
A Greybull town councilman was arrested on five counts of possessing child pornography and seven counts of distributing it.
February 08, 2022

Trump, Hageman Praise Censure Of Cheney, Kinzinger
Political allies former President Donald Trump and Wyoming congressional candidate Harriet Hageman both praised the censure of U.S. Reps. Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger last week by the Republican National Committee.
February 08, 2022

Wyoming Man Sues Blockchain Companies; Says He Is Owed More Than $1.4 Million In Crypto-Currency
A Wyoming man is suing two foreign companies for breach of payment. He claims they owe him $1.4 million in crypto-currency.
February 08, 2022

Cowboys Welcome Utah State to Dome of Doom on Tuesday
The Pokes are 10-0 at home this season and have won 11-straight home contests dating back to last season.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 08, 2022

Jim Hicks: Technology Is Changing “Courting” Methods
Columnist Jim Hicks writes: This group spends a lot of time talking about local history, and any discussion of romantic times is history for these old boys.
Jim HicksFebruary 08, 2022

711 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Monday; 1,397 Recoveries; 2,445 Active
The state reported 711 new laboratory-confirmed and 169 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 2,445 active cases for Monday
February 08, 2022

Ohio Woman Suing Casper Motel After Tripping On Carpet
An Ohio woman is suing Casper's Showboat Motel after she tripped on the carpet and broke her femur resulting in an 11-day hospital stay.
February 08, 2022

Two Sheridan County Youths To Represent Wyoming in U.S. Senate Youth Program in DC
Two Sheridan County youths will attend meetings and briefings with U.S. senators, U.S. Supreme Court justices, cabinet leaders, and senior members of the national media.
Wendy CorrFebruary 08, 2022

Natrona Man Fined $45K For Selling Poached Meat As Beef Jerky
A Natrona man was fined $45,000 for selling poached meat as beef jerky, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department announced Monday.
February 07, 2022

Green River Man Encourages People To Be Kind After Saving Family From Fire
Ryan Pasborg did not even stop to think about the danger he was going into when he went inside of the burning house last week.
February 07, 2022

100-Year-Old Cheyenne Library Book Found In Virginia Beach
The staff at the Laramie County Library System got a surprise last week when a Virginia resident let them know they had discovered a 100-year-old library book at an antique mall.
February 07, 2022

Cowboys Beat Fresno State 61-59; Off To Best Conference Start In 20 Years
The Cowboy defense and play on the glass lifted the Pokes to a 61-59 win and moved to 19-3 overall and 8-1 in the conference for the best start in the MW since the 2001-02 season.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 07, 2022

1,170 New Coronavirus Cases On Friday; 1,348 Recoveries; 2,962 Active
The state reported 1,170 new laboratory-confirmed and 290 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 2,962 active cases on Friday
February 07, 2022

Dennis Sun: In The Depths Of Winter, Most Ag Folks Are Thinking About Summer
Columnist Dennis Sun writes: Farmers, like most of agriculture, are always planning especially during the winter. They are always looking to lower input costs, shop around for markets, good buys and a good auction to attend.
Dennis SunFebruary 07, 2022

Teton County Denies WYDOT Request To Build Its Own Employee Housing On State-Owned Property
Despite the dire need of housing in Jackson -- with rents topping $3,600 a month and houses averaging $3 million -- Teton County Planning denied WYDOT the ability to build housing on state property for its employees who can't afford to live there.
February 06, 2022

Leland Christensen: A Remarkable Man Who Brought Everyone Together
Editor Jimmy Orr writes: "Leland Christensen was a remarkable Wyoming man whose joy, kindness, and laughter brought everyone together."
Jimmy OrrFebruary 06, 2022

Sister Not Giving Up Hope Of Finding Missing Thermopolis Man
The Thermopolis man had gone on an overnight fishing and camping trip with his long-time friend at the Miracle Mile, outside Casper, and hasnt been seen or heard from since.
February 05, 2022

Former State Sen. Leland Christensen Dies Friday Morning
Former State Sen. Leland Christensen died on on Friday morning at the Idaho Hospital at the age of 62.
February 04, 2022

Washington Man Pleads Guilty To Possessing $150M Worth Of Fentanyl During Cheyenne Arrest
A Washington man pleaded guilty on Wednesday to possessing about $150 million worth of fentanyl after being arrested with the drugs last summer in Cheyenne.
February 04, 2022

Schroeder Sworn In As Wyoming Superintendent Of Public Instruction
Brian Schroeder was sworn in as the superintendent of public instruction on Friday afternoon. He will serve in the position until January 2023.
February 04, 2022
