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Megan Degenfelder Enters Superintendent Race, Says Voices Of Parents Being Silenced
Megan Degenfelder, a former chief policy officer for the state Department of Education, announced she is running for the office to address problems caused by anti-American values in education and a silencing of the voices of parents.
April 08, 2022
Cheney, Hageman Trade Barbs In Dispute Over Jackson, Romney, Trump
While united in expressing concerns over Supreme Court nominee Kentaji Jackson on Thursday, Rep. Liz Cheney and challenger Harriet Hageman found plenty of fault with each other.
Clair McFarlandApril 08, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Thursday, April 7, 2022
The highest average gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Wheatland at $4.79 per gallon. The lowest single price remained at $3.78 per gallon in Douglas.
April 08, 2022
Bill Introduced To Create Universal “No Fly” List For Violent Passengers; Lummis Opposed
Lummis said she has nothing against individual airlines choosing to deny service to individuals who have broken the rules but to bring the federal government into it is overreach.
Jimmy OrrApril 07, 2022
University of Wyoming’s Only Ukrainian Student Rallying Support For Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine rages on and proof of atrocities against civilians mounts, University of Wyoming's only Ukrainian student is on a mission to garner support for her home country.
Wendy CorrApril 07, 2022
60% Of Wyoming Nursing Homes Are Understaffed
Wyoming is experiencing major issues with staffing in the health care industry, particularly at nursing homes. In December 73.5 of Wyo nursing homes had staffing shortages. Now the number is at 60%.
April 07, 2022
More Than One-Third Of Wyoming’s Electric Vehicles In Teton County; Three Counties Have Zero
Although there are only 456 electric cars registered in Wyoming, more than one-third of those are in Teton County. Three counties, Big Horn, Crook, and Niobrara, have no electric vehicles.
April 07, 2022
Rod Miller: Mark Gordon And Gattin’ Em Through The Gate Without A Wreck
Columnist Rod Miller writes on Gov. Gordon's first term: "First he had to deal with the pandemic and then the goofball wing of zealots in his own political party who were very publicly going batshit crazy."
Rod MillerApril 07, 2022
Illegal Dumping Continues Near Riverton; Six Tons Of Garbage Removed Last Week
Three dump trucks hauling more than six tons of garbage cleared a stretch of road east of Riverton last week. The illegal dumping not only costs taxpayers money but takes away funds from snowplowing, highway patching, and other projects.
Clair McFarlandApril 07, 2022
Clair McFarland: The Joys Of Cooking By Committee
Clair McFarland writes: "It all started when I decided to quadruple a cookie recipe to feed my four sons. Their eyes shone from across the countertop like full moons cresting an alien horizon."
Clair McFarlandApril 07, 2022
Cheney Takes Down Former Trump Lawyer Rudy Giuliani During Floor Speech
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney fired at former President Donald Trump's previous attorney Rudy Giuliani this week during a House floor speech, pointing out he lost his ability to practice law after following Trump's election claims.
April 07, 2022
C.W. McCall’s ‘Convoy’ Meant Something To Wyoming Truckers
The death of C.W. McCall, who rose to fame after recording the song "Convoy," meant a lot to Wyoming truck drivers who drove semis in the 1970s when the song was a national sensation.
Wendy CorrApril 07, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Wednesday, April 6, 2022
The highest average gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Wheatland Wyoming at $4.79 per gallon. The lowest single price remains to be $3.78 per gallon of regular in Douglas.
April 07, 2022
Laramie County Deputy Released From Hospital After Deadly Weekend Shooting
The Laramie County Sheriff's deputy that was involved in a fatal shooting over the weekend was released from the hospital on Wednesday, sheriff's officials announced.
April 07, 2022
Drought, High Diesel And Hay Prices Devastating To Ag Producers in NE Wyoming
For ranchers in northeastern Wyoming, the last two years have been hard with severe drought and skyrocketing prices for hay and feed. Now there's record-high diesel prices...
April 07, 2022
Wyoming Auto Insiders Not Optimistic About 40 MPG Fuel Standards
Wyomingites in the auto industry are not optimistic about the new national fuel economy standards that will require vehicles to average 40 miles per gallon by 2026.
April 06, 2022
Supreme Court Rules Jackson Man Does Not Have Fundamental Right To Distribute Marijuana
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that a Jackson resident and congressional candidate Casey Hardison does not have a fundamental right to distribute marijuana.
April 06, 2022
State Legal Panel Says Laramie County D.A. Should Pay $91,000 For Hearing Expenses
On top of finding Laramie County DA Leigh Anne Manlove incompetent and recommending she be disbarred, the legal panel that oversees Wyoming attorneys is recommending she pay $91,000 for the hearing against her.
April 06, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Buffalo Commons, Version 2022
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: The American Prairie Reserve, a non-profit Montana-based organization that has built up more than $100 million in assets, is buying up property to create the largest nature reserve in the contiguous United States and the federal government is helping them.
Cat UrbigkitApril 06, 2022
Rock Springs Woman ‘Devastated’ After Council Shoots Down Backyard Chicken Proposal
The Rock Springs City Council on Tuesday night voted down a proposal to discuss changing city ordinances to allow residents to raise chickens in their backyards, leaving the chief proponent of the idea "devastated."
April 06, 2022
Barrasso, Lummis Will Vote Against Jackson Confirmation To Supreme Court
Both of Wyomings U.S. senators plan to vote against Judge Kentaji Jacksons appointment to the nations highest court.
Clair McFarlandApril 06, 2022
Yellowstone Announces Annual Pass For $1,500 But It Won’t Work For 150 Years
Yellowstone National Park has announced the creation of an $1,500 Inheritance Pass which will allow someone to visit the park for a full year -- beginning in the year 2172.
April 06, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Masters Golf Is This Week; Here Are Some Memories of Wyomingites Who Have Gone
Bill Sniffin writes: But for a few days in April of 2001, this might have been the most fun I have ever had on a golf course and I wasnt even playing.
Bill SniffinApril 06, 2022
Historic Sheridan Inn For Sale At $4.25 Million
The historic Sheridan Inn, which was once owned by Buffalo Bill Cody and was known as the finest hotel between Chicago and San Francisco, is up for sale at $4.25 million.
Wendy CorrApril 06, 2022