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Grizzly Joins Cyclists on Bike Ride In Montana, Everyone Survives
A group of cyclists found themselves trapped with a grizzly when heading back down a mountainous road in Montana on Sunday.
Jimmy OrrMay 03, 2022
Casper Abortion Clinic Plans To Open Despite Possible Roe V. Wade Reversal
The founder of an abortion clinic scheduled to open in June said she and her team intend to fight any attempt to outlaw abortion and they still intend to open the abortion clinic.
Clair McFarlandMay 03, 2022
Powell Teacher’s Assistant Fired, Charged With Abusing Student
A teacher's assistant from Powell has been fired from her job and charged with the abuse of a vulnerable adult after allegedly beating a special education student with an ice scraper last fall.
May 03, 2022
Laramie County DA Facing Disbarment: Disciplinary Board Didn’t Pay Attention
The board that recommended disbarment for Laramie Countys district attorney did not pay enough attention to the witnesses testifying in her favor, she said in documents filed with the Wyoming Supreme Court.
May 03, 2022
Wyoming Tourism: Foreign Workers Are Back, But Hurdles Still Exist
After two difficult years for the hospitality industry, the summer of 2022 is expected to be somewhat normal for Wyomings tourism industry as foreign workers are being allowed back in the U.S.
Wendy CorrMay 03, 2022
Wyoming Trump Rally Expected To Draw 20,000
A political rally featuring former President Donald Trump and congressional candidate Harriet Hageman is expected to draw 20,000 people to the parking lot outside of Caspers Ford Center.
Leo WolfsonMay 03, 2022
Potential Roe V. Wade Reversal Generates Diverse Wyoming Opinions
Members of Wyoming groups opposed to and in supportive of abortion rights were divided Tuesday over news a draft ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court seemed to show the court was preparing to overturn the landmark abortion rights ruling Roe v. Wade.
May 03, 2022
Wyoming Cowboy Linemen Picked Up As Free Agents on Dolphins & Buccaneers
Defensive end Garrett Crall and center Keegan Cryder, who were anchors for the Wyoming defensive and offensive lines the past four seasons, have received opportunities with the Dolphins and the Buccaneers.
Tracy RingolsbyMay 03, 2022
Roe V. Wade Reversal Would Force Wyoming Legislators To Take Hard Stand, Says Senate Leader
State Sen. Chris Rothfuss on Tuesday said if Roe v Wade is overturned, Wyoming legislators who may have voted pro-life for political ease in the past will have to take a solid position if a repeal expands their authority over the issue
Clair McFarlandMay 03, 2022
UW Gives Officials $38,000 In Tickets, Meals, Gifts Over Three Years
Using private donations, the University of Wyoming spent nearly $38,000 on tickets, dinners and gifts for elected officials in three years.
Clair McFarlandMay 03, 2022
Dave Simpson: Sponging Up Those Russian Nukes
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "We're the expendables, and as the home of Warren Air Force Base, overseeing 150 silos here and another 300 in Montana and North Dakota, we're no doubt leading the list of expendables."
Dave SimpsonMay 03, 2022
Corner-Crossing Isn’t Solved Yet; U.S. District Court Now Hearing Case Against Hunters
The question of whether corner-crossing is legal activity isn't solved yet. Now the U.S. District Court (a federal court) is hearing a case where the landowner has filed a lawsuit against the hunters, seeking damages for trespassing.
Leo WolfsonMay 03, 2022
Another Complaint Against State GOP Filed, Alleges Unfair Enforcement Of Rules
A member of the Sheridan County Republican Party is the latest to express dissatisfaction with the State GOP. Gail Symons says chairman Frank Eathorne is selectively choosing which rule violations to enforce.
Leo WolfsonMay 02, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Monday, May 2, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Monday was in Wheatland at $4.69 per gallon. The lowest price was found in Gillette at $3.78 per gallon.
May 02, 2022
Jackson Hole Airport Recycling 90% Of Its Runway In Massive Replacement Project
Officials at the Jackson Hole Airport say 90% of the runway, which is currently being replaced, will be re-used rather than hauled off and discarded. "It will be the most environmentally respectful runway in the US," said the airport manager.
Wendy CorrMay 02, 2022
Wyoming Dept Of Health Ordered To Turn Over Details Of Lander Eye-Gouging Investigation
The Wyoming Health Department has been ordered to disclose details of its investigation into a 2020 hospital eye-gouging incident that resulted in a womans death.
Clair McFarlandMay 02, 2022
Rawlins Hospital Stopping Labor And Delivery Services, Will Save $2M
The Memorial Hospital of Carbon County in Rawlins will soon discontinue obstetrics services, hospital spokeswoman Stephanie Hinkle told Cowboy State Daily on Monday.
May 02, 2022
Sec. of State Buchanan Says State Will Challenge Wyoming Gun Owners (WyGO) Ruling
Buchanan and the state attorney generals office on Friday notified the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals of the states intent to challenge a federal court ruling that allowed the firearms advocacy group Wyoming Gun Owners to keep a list of its contributors private.
Leo WolfsonMay 02, 2022
Wyoming Cops Say Physical Fitness Is Important But Measuring Waistlines Not The Way To Do It
A Texas program which penalizes law enforcement officers for waistlines exceeding 40 inches is not the way to promote physical fitness, according to Wyoming law enforcement leaders.
Jimmy OrrMay 02, 2022
Wheatland Wild Horse Facility Still Closed Due To Highly Contagious Equine Illness “Strangles”
The wild horse facility in Wheatland is still closed to the public due to a number of the horses being infected with a viral infection known as "strangles" and a horse advocacy group is calling on the BLM to rethink its housing methods.
May 02, 2022
Riverton Police Seek Help In Finding Man Sought In Shooting
The Riverton police department on Monday announced it had identified the man believed responsible for a shooting last week in Riverton.
Clair McFarlandMay 02, 2022
Trump Schedules ‘Save America’ Rally At Casper’s Ford Center On May 28
Former President Donald Trump will stage a Save America rally at Caspers Ford Center on Saturday, May 28.
Leo WolfsonMay 02, 2022
Cheyenne Mayor, Former Police Chief Frustrated Over ‘Tragic’ Levels Of Property Crime
In contrasting the levels of crime in Wyoming, former Cheyenne Police Chief Brian Kozak said Natrona County had 24 home burglaries last year while Laramie County reported 154.
May 02, 2022
Delta Stops Cody Airport Service Because Of Pilot Shortage; Air Service Cut In Half
A shortage of pilots has caused Delta Airlines to cancel all of its flights in and out of Cody. This means air traffic will be reduced by nearly half this summer.
Wendy CorrMay 02, 2022