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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
Republican National Committee Formally Censures Cheney, Kinzinger
The Republican National Committee voted on Friday to formally censure U.S. Reps. Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger for their work on the Jan. 6 committee.
February 04, 2022
Wyoming Game And Fish, Landowners Save Moose Calf From Icy Pond
The Game and Fish Department's rescue of a moose calf from an icy pond in Teton County is usually not possible because of a number of factors. Last month, they pulled it off, however.
February 04, 2022
Bill Sniffin: What Kind Of Political Stew Will Occur In Wyoming In 2022?
Bill Sniffin writes: Liz is everywhere. While her stock was rising nationally, her support back here in Wyoming was evaporating. Her battles with former President Donald Trump have reached legendary levels.
Bill SniffinFebruary 04, 2022
Jonathan Lange: It’s Time To Re-Visit Lincoln At The Springfield Lyceum
Columnist Jonathan Lange quotes Abe Lincoln: If destruction be our lot, we must ourselves be its author and finisher. As a nation of freemen, we must live through all time, or die by suicide.
Jonathan LangeFebruary 04, 2022
Wyoming Sen. Introducing Transgender Athlete Bill Says It’s A Matter of Fairness
In discussing her bill which would ban trans-athletes from competing against biological women, Sen. Schuler said: "If you take away the opportunity from one girl in our state and give it to a trans-athlete, its wrong and thats the bottom line."
Jimmy OrrFebruary 04, 2022
Resolution To Expel Cheney Changed To Censure; “I Don’t Recognize Those In My Party,” Says Cheney
Liz Cheney on Thursday said, "I do not recognize those in my party who have abandoned the Constitution to embrace Donald Trump. History will be their judge."
February 04, 2022
Man Dies After Hitting Tree While Skiing In Jackson
A man was killed Thursday morning after hitting a tree while skiing, officials from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort said.
February 03, 2022
Green River Man Hailed For Saving Family From Burning House
A Green River man risked his life on Tuesday to save a woman and her youngest child from a burning house in Jamestown on Tuesday and is being hailed for his actions.
February 03, 2022
Manlove Wants Her Disciplinary Hearing Live-Streamed; Asks Supreme Court to Intervene
Embattled Laramie County District Attorney Leigh Anne Manlove is asking the Wyoming Supreme Court to reverse an order that bars audio or video recording during her disciplinary hearing.
February 03, 2022
John Elway Says He Was Not Drunk During Head Coach Interview
Former Denver Broncos General Manager John Elway said he might have been disheveled during the interview but was not drunk.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 03, 2022
Gray Wolves’ Endangered Status Under Review; Gordon Disappointed
Gov. Mark Gordon expressed his disappointment Thursday after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced its intent to review the endangered status of a certain population of the gray wolf.
February 03, 2022