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Wyoming History: 83 Years Ago Today — The Last Stand of Earl Durand
Its been 83 years as of Thursday, but the story of how 26-year-old Earl Durand was killed during an attempted bank robbery in Powell after an 11-day crime spree still holds a fascination for people interested in true crime dramas.
Wendy CorrMarch 24, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Wednesday, March 23, 2022
The lowest single price was $3.69 per gallon of regular unleaded at an FVC station located at 305 16th St. in Wheatland.
March 24, 2022
Wyoming Not Likely To Follow Colorado Yet In Accepting Crypto For Tax Payments
Despite Wyoming being a pioneer state when it comes to cryptocurrency, one expert does not believe that the state will be accepting it as payment for taxes like neighboring state Colorado.
March 23, 2022
Rod Miller: Wyoming Needs More Outlaws… Like Number 14
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "One Outlaw, before he joined his team in celebration, trotted over to the stricken Bearcat and knelt by him, He put his arm over his fallen opponent and leaned down to whisper encouragement to him. He taught us all a lesson."
Rod MillerMarch 23, 2022
Survey Shows Overwhelming Support For Oil, Gas Production In Wyoming, Even Democrats
Oil and natural gas production in Wyoming is supported by an overwhelming majority of state residents questioned in a statewide survey, including 68% of Democrats polled.
Clair McFarlandMarch 23, 2022
Laramie Restaurant Prepares For Premiere of ‘Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives’ Episode
A popular Laramie restaurant is preparing for its time in the spotlight with its appearance Friday in a segment of the Food Network series "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives."
March 23, 2022
City Of Laramie, UW Back In Court Over Water Dispute
Wyoming's Supreme Court is being asked to settle the latest dispute over water between the University of Wyoming and the City of Laramie. Laramie wants to drill a well on land it owns in the city but UW obtained a court order blocking those plans.
March 23, 2022
Cheney Slams “Performance Politics” During Jackson Talk Tuesday
At a town hall meeting in Jackson on Tuesday, Liz Cheney said there were too many people in Congress who aren't serious about their jobs opting to "perform" on social media instead.
March 23, 2022
Rawlins Hospital Hit With Ransomware Attack Over Weekend
A hospital in Rawlins on Sunday became the latest Wyoming institution to be hit with a ransomware attack, officials announced.
March 23, 2022
Lander City Council Asks Eastern Shoshones for New Names For Squaw Creek
As part of the Department of Interior's initiative to remove offensive names, Lander officials have asked Eastern Shoshone tribal members to come up with a new name for Squaw Creek in central Wyoming.
Clair McFarlandMarch 23, 2022
Casper Woman Seeking Justice For Murdered Sister By Strengthening Wyoming Stalking Laws
After Casper resident Vicki Kadlick's older sister Vonnie was murdered by a stalker, she spent the past decade seeking justice by tightening stalking laws in Wyoming.
March 23, 2022
Wyoming Companies Working To Provide High Speed Internet To Even Most Remote Communities
Several companies in Wyoming are working to bring high speed broadband access to even the most remote communities in the state.
Wendy CorrMarch 23, 2022
14 More Covid-Related Deaths in Wyoming
The Wyoming Department of Health announced Tuesday that the deaths of 14 more Wyoming residents in February and March have been tied to the Covid virus.
March 23, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: Biden Steps Away From Protectionists’ 30 x 30 Plan
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "Perhaps Bidens Democratic colleagues in Congress will eventually leave the protectionist camp and join the social conservationists in the realization that conserving biodiversity should be paired with sustaining human livelihoods and communities."
Cat UrbigkitMarch 23, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Tuesday, March 22, 2022
The highest average gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Kemmerer at $4.29 per gallon.
March 23, 2022
Stop Sign In Middle Of Nowhere, Wyoming May Not Get Buried By Snow This Year
It's a sad time for contestants who annually pick the date that a stop sign on Togwotee Pass gets buried by snow. This year, it appears, the stop sign will not be completely engulfed by snow and prizes will not be awarded.
March 22, 2022
Gillette Police Kill Man After He Points Gun At Them
Gillette police shot and killed a man on Monday after he pointed a gun at them, city officials announced late Monday.
March 22, 2022
Teen Drives Truck Through Tornado in Texas; Wyo Meteorologist Don Day Cautions Against That
Wyoming meteorologist Don Day is cautioning motorists not to drive through tornadoes like the teenager who miraculously survived driving through the F-4 tornado in Texas on Monday.
March 22, 2022
Judge Rules In Favor Of Cheyenne Police In Blood Draw Lawsuit, Former Chief Praises Decision
The former chief of the Cheyenne Police Department on Tuesday praised a federal judge's decision in favor of the department in a case over a blood draw in a driving under the influence case.
March 22, 2022
Schuler To Run Again For State Senate; Will Bring Back Transgender Athlete Bill
Sen. Wendy Schuler has announced she will run for re-election this year and has plans to re-introduce her Fairness in Women's Sports Act in next year's session.
Jimmy OrrMarch 22, 2022
Wyoming Gun Owners’ Aaron Dorr Hails Federal Court Ruling
Celebrating Monday's federal court decision, WyGO's Aaron Dorr said, "Wyoming Secretary of State Ed Buchanan thought he could put a muzzle on Wyoming Gun Owners as a favor to his political friends in Cheyenne. He never thought wed drag him into federal court.
March 22, 2022
Park County Republican Party Condemns Legislature For Not Investigating Zwonitzer
The Park County Republican Party earlier this month passed a resolution condemning the Wyoming Legislature for refusing to investigate a Cheyenne representative for living outside of his district, and also called on legislative leaders to resign from their positions.
March 22, 2022
Cheyenne Teacher Launches Wyo Crime Podcast To Give Voice To Victims That Media Ignores
Renee Nelson is launching her podcast because she was struck by how much media coverage Gabby Petito's disappearance received as opposed to other victims who get little or no media attention.
March 22, 2022
Man Convicted Of Torturing, Killing 22-Month-Old Daughter Files Federal Appeal
Andrew Yellowbear, who was convicted of torturing and killing his 22-month-old daughter, is asking a federal court to reverse his conviction claiming that he was convicted in the wrong court and should be freed.
Clair McFarlandMarch 22, 2022