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Wyoming Photographers Delight In Aurora Borealis
Photographers all over Wyoming on Wednesday took advantage of a rare showing of the Northern Lights in the Cowboy State.
Jimmy OrrMarch 31, 2022
Driver Plows Into Downtown Building in Gillette, Leaves Vehicle as Evidence
The first rule of a successful hit-and-run accident? Dont leave evidence behind at the scene of the hit that will help authorities find you after you run. A driver from Gillette did not get that memo.
March 31, 2022
Wyoming’s Rising Land Prices ‘Really Rough’ For Some Farmers Looking To Grow
Prices for farmland real estate in the state increased 5.3% from 2020 to 2021, to $790 an acre
The Center SquareMarch 31, 2022
UW and Basketball Coach Jeff Linder Agree to Contract Extension Through 2027
In signing a contract extension on Wednesday, UW basketball coach Jeff Linder agreed to a five-year deal with annual guaranteed compensation of over $700,000 per year with additional incentives likely.
Jimmy OrrMarch 31, 2022
Cody’s “Downrange Warriors” Helps Veterans Heal From Service-Related Trauma
A dozen suicide attempts, multiple marriages, and physical scars from horrific events that occurred half a world away are outward symbols of what Richard carries with him every minute of every day. It's the mission of Downrange Warriors to bring veterans like Richard out of those dark places and into the light.
Wendy CorrMarch 31, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Wednesday, March 30, 2022
The highest average gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Jackson at $4.78 per gallon. The lowest price remains $3.78 per gallon in Douglas
March 31, 2022
Wyoming Working To Develop Network Of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The Wyoming Department of Transportation will hold a series of public meetings to develop a plan to use $25 million to provide incentives for private companies to build the stations across the state.
March 30, 2022
Aurora Borealis May Be Visible in Wyoming On Wednesday Night And Thursday Morning
Residents of northern Wyoming stand the best shot of seeing the Northern Lights on Wednesday evening with the prime viewing time being between 8pm and 10pm.
March 30, 2022
Out-Of-State Hunters Suing Wyo Game & Fish For $4 Million For Emotional Pain And Suffering
A pair of out-of-state hunters have filed a lawsuit against the Wyoming Game and Fish Department alleging they were wrongfully arrested on hunting charges in 2019 and are asking for damages of $2 million each
March 30, 2022
There Are Only 456 Electric Cars Registered in Wyoming; Will They Ever Catch On?
Wyoming has one of the lowest electric vehicle ownership rates in the country with only 456 EVs registered in the state. How quickly the state will warm-up to these vehicles is uncertain.
March 30, 2022
After Decade Of Decline, People in Wyoming Starting To Get Married Again
After a decade of declining marriage rates, Wyoming saw a slight uptick in 2021. Some credit the pandemic for the increase.
Clair McFarlandMarch 30, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Ending Federal Wolf Oversight, or Permanent Protection?
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "Regardless of the naysayers seeking permanent wolf protections, Wyoming should celebrate its success on the 5-year anniversary of the removal of its gray wolves from the list of species federally protected under the Endangered Species Act. Weve earned it."
Cat UrbigkitMarch 30, 2022
Bouchard Says $5,800 Per Person DC Fundraiser For Hageman Proves She’s No Different Than Cheney
Anthony Bouchard on Wednesday said Harriet Hageman's DC fundraiser and DC residence prove she's no different than U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney.
March 30, 2022
Report: Former Gillette Mayor Did Not Violate Law By Sending Inappropriate Texts
While former Gillette Mayor Louise Carter-King sent many derogatory and insulting texts calling city council members idiots among other names, she did not violate any state laws, according to an investigation.
March 30, 2022
Department of Agriculture Warns Of Highly Contagious Bird Flu In Johnson County
The discovery of a highly contagious bird disease among a flock of ducks in Johnson County has state officials warning people with poultry to keep their birds away from wild birds.
March 30, 2022
Eight More Covid-Related Deaths in Wyoming
The Wyoming Department of Health announced Tuesday that eight more deaths which occurred in February and March had been tied to the illness.
Jimmy OrrMarch 30, 2022
40 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Tuesday; 101 Recoveries; 60 Active
The state reported 40 new laboratory-confirmed and 16 new probable cases, leaving the state with 60 active cases. [READ MORE]
March 30, 2022
Evanston Rancher Concerned About Wolverine Threat After One Wolverine Killed 18 Sheep In Utah
An Evanston rancher said he was concerned about the potential threat of wolverines in Wyoming after one wolverine killed 18 sheep earlier this month in bordering Utah.
March 30, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Tuesday, March 29, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Jackson at $4.78 per gallon. The lowest single price was $3.78 per gallon in Douglas.
March 29, 2022
Wildland Firefighters In Wyoming And The West Harder to Come By
With fire season only a couple months away, the U.S. Forest Service is worried that they don't have nearly enough firefighters to battle the upcoming summer wildfires.
Wendy CorrMarch 29, 2022
Home Security Cameras Solving Wyoming Crimes; Police Say Cams Are “Incredible Tool”
There was a time when police had to rely solely on eyewitness testimony or a persons accounting of events in a crime. Today, surveillance cameras are filling in those holes and helping law enforcement solve crimes much more efficiently and faster.
Jimmy OrrMarch 29, 2022
Drunk Cheyenne School Bus Driver Loses Commercial Driver’s License
A drunk Cheyenne school bus driver whose blood-alcohol concentration was nearly four times the legal limit and was arrested for driving under the influence while transporting students to South Dakota has lost his commercial drivers license.
March 29, 2022
No Vote On Alcohol Sales At Wind River Casino Because Not Enough People Showed Up To Meeting
Although a vote was scheduled to legalize alcohol sales at the Wind River Casino on the Wind River Reservation, not enough people showed up at the meeting, so it was canceled.
Clair McFarlandMarch 29, 2022
Sheridan, Cody Mayors Say Population Increases Will Have Major Impact On Their Communities
Between the summers of 2020 and 2021, Park and Sheridan counties had two of the highest increases in population recorded in the state. Both mayors said the increases will have a major impact on the communities.
March 29, 2022