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Hope for Iran
In the midst of unrest, loss, and uncertainty, many in Iran are searching for truth. Despite the dangers of following Jesus, lives are being changed as God’s Word reaches those who have never had the opportunity to read it for themselves.
March 26, 2026
Tom Lubnau: The Court Drew a Map. The Legislature Drove Into the Ditch.
Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "The 'Human Heartbeat Act' will likely be struck down — for the same reasons as before. The Constitution hasn’t changed. The Court’s reasoning hasn’t changed. And when it happens, expect outrage. Expect blame aimed everywhere but the mirror."
Tom LubnauMarch 26, 2026
Rep. Allemand DUI Case: Body Cam Video Shows Arrest, Now Judge Considers Legality
In a Buffalo courtroom Wednesday, a magistrate watched body cam video of Rep. Bill Allemand’s Dec. 28 DUI arrest and listened to a combination of evidence, testimony and closing statements. Now the magistrate is deciding whether that arrest was lawful.
Clair McFarlandMarch 26, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Thursday's headlines include: * Allemand Court Hearing * Wyo Processing Rare Earths * Lovell Fire Thought ‘Human-Caused'
Mac WatsonMarch 26, 2026
Albany County Man Accused Of Beating Father Bloody In Front Of Young Daughter
An Albany County man accused of beating his father bloody and unconscious in front of his young daughter, then putting a knife to his throat, had his case elevated to felony-level court on Tuesday.
Greg JohnsonMarch 25, 2026
Wyoming Begins Processing Rare Earths For The First Time
Wyoming is processing rare earths for the first time at a new Upton plant, marking a major step toward a U.S. supply chain independent of China. The site could pave the way for hundreds of high-tech jobs and national security gains.
Renée JeanMarch 25, 2026
Guest Column: The Truth About The Second Amendment Protection Act
Gun Owners of America's Mark Jones writes, "When Gov. Mark Gordon vetoed SAPA, which would have added a civil process to Wyoming's existing criminal Second Amendment Protection laws, he misrepresented many aspects of the actual bill text."
Guest ColumnMarch 25, 2026
Fire Officials Believe Kane Fire Near Lovell Is Human-Caused; Acts Like "August Blaze"
Firefighters now believe the Kane Fire just north of Lovell is human-caused. They also say the 1,900-acre fire, which is now 30% contained, has the behavior of "an August blaze."
Andrew RossiMarch 25, 2026
Former Engineer Says Cheyenne Train Incident Reason Why 2-Person Crews Necessary
A former Wyoming Union Pacific engineer says the arrest of an engineer charged with being under the influence of drugs while operating a 16,000-ton train loaded with hazardous materials is why automating humans out of freight trains is a bad idea.
Greg JohnsonMarch 25, 2026
Shoshoni Police Launch Ambulance Service Amid Countywide Funding Struggles
As Fremont County officials weigh their options for how to fund essential services, Shoshoni has taken ambulance service into its own hands. It has become the first town in the state to staff an ambulance service with its police department.
Kate MeadowsMarch 25, 2026
Wyomingites Hope Yellowstone Spinoff 'Dutton Ranch' Stays True (With Guns, Explosions)
Wyomingites say they hope "Dutton Ranch," the fourth spinoff series in the "Yellowstone" franchise stays true to itself and to ranching (but with continued guns and explosions). The nine-episode series, which takes place in Texas, launches May 15.
Andrew RossiMarch 25, 2026
Hageman Endorses Degenfelder For Governor Of Wyoming
Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder scored another big endorsement for governor on Wednesday when U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman announced her support. “I’m proud to join President Trump in supporting Megan Degenfelder," Hageman said.
Jimmy OrrMarch 25, 2026
Famous Cody Steakhouse To Reopen After Major Remodel
Just in time for tourist season, Cassie's Steakhouse in Cody is having its grand reopening on April 17. The famous restaurant and former brothel, closed since 2024, has received an extensive remodel. “Cassie’s is back," said co-owner Brian Walker.
Andrew RossiMarch 25, 2026
Rock Springs Activist Defends Raid On Wisconsin Beagle Lab, Says Arrest Was Worth It
A Rock Springs animal rights activist who helped raid a Wisconsin beagle lab earlier this month said saving abused dogs was worth getting arrested. “It’s not a crime to rescue abused animals when they are suffering,” she told Cowboy State Daily.
Jen KocherMarch 25, 2026
Study Finds Blight In All 7 Areas Of Casper; City Council OKs Plan To Move Forward
The Casper City Council on Tuesday gave a study that designated all seven areas of the city with “blight” a thumbs up as a first step toward renovating rundown areas, generating potential revenue and sparking urban renewal.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 25, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, March 25, 2026
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Jake NicholsMarch 25, 2026
Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Wednesday's headlines include: * Train Engineer Busted * Rasner, Gray Blast Each Other * SWAT Team Captures Newcastle Man
Mac WatsonMarch 25, 2026
Ken Buck: Accountability Is A Patriotic Duty
Columnist Ken Buck writes, "Americans are experiencing the ugly reality of big government, often without even realizing it. Every day, taxpayers lose billions of dollars to fraud."
Ken BuckMarch 25, 2026
Letter to The Editor: Bill Sniffin Was Right About Something!
Dear editor: Bill Sniffin’s column on Sunday, March 22 about growing older ”gracefully” is a well-written heartfelt reminder of positive ways to fight and win the battle of aging.
March 25, 2026
UP Engineer Charged With Being On Drugs While Driving HAZMAT-Loaded Train
A Union Pacific engineer has been charged with being on drugs while driving a train loaded with 16,000 tons of hazardous materials across eastern Wyoming. He told deputies he fell asleep “a little bit” and possible “for the whole trip.”
Greg Johnson & Kate MeadowsMarch 25, 2026
Mills Mayor Frustrated Giant Solar Project Has Been Scaled Back, Delayed 3 Years
The mayor of Mills is frustrated that a Tuesday ruling postponed and scaled back a 440-megawatt solar farm that was supposed to transform thousands of acres of private land north of Mills into one of Wyoming’s largest renewable energy installations.
David MadisonMarch 24, 2026
Former Gov Policy Advisor Announces Bid For Superintendent Of Public Instruction
Chad Auer, who served recently as a senior policy adviser for the governor, declared Tuesday he's running for Superintendent of Public Instruction. Auer said he hasn’t sought any endorsements yet, but the governor has encouraged him to run.
Clair McFarlandMarch 24, 2026
Tiny Travelers: Laramie’s Nighttime Salamander Migration Marks Spring’s Return
Each spring, western tiger salamanders emerge from their burrows in Laramie’s neighborhoods, braving cars and cold to reach LaBonte Park’s pond in one of Wyoming’s least-known migrations. For salamanders, this is an epic and dangerous journey.
Renée JeanMarch 24, 2026
Becky Hadlock Says The State Doesn't Have Grounds To Remove Her From Office
Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock asked a court Tuesday to dismiss the Wyoming Attorney General’s effort to remove her from office. “The chain of events leading to the filing of this petition is tortured and petty,” Hadlock’s attorney Ryan Semerad wrote in the filing.
Clair McFarlandMarch 24, 2026