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Wyoming Has More Than 300 Wolves, Exceeding Delisting Criteria For 19th Year In a Row
Wyoming has exceeded the delisting criteria for its gray wolf population for the 19th year in a row in 2020, keeping a steady population of more than 300 again.
May 18, 2021
Barrasso Praises Biden For Willingness to Work With Republicans
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso actually had kind words regarding President Joe Biden and his administration for their willingness to work with congressional Republicans on the proposed infrastructure bill.
May 18, 2021
Laramie County Sheriff’s Dept Mourns Loss of K-9 Officer Lyra
The Laramie County Sheriff's Department is mourning the loss of one of its retired K-9 officers, who passed over the weekend.
May 18, 2021
Dave Simpson: One Voter’s View On Liz Cheney
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "Liz Cheney abhors the guy she agreed with 92 percent of the time? The guy I agreed with about 92 percent of the time? The guy who seemed to be getting some good results?"
Dave SimpsonMay 18, 2021
Three Wyoming Residents Sentenced For Distributing Meth Through Mail
Three Wyoming residents have been sentenced to multiple years in prison for their part in a scheme to use the U.S. Post Office to mail methamphetamine.
May 18, 2021
Woman Found Dead In Goshen County, Police Investigating As Suspicious
The Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation and Goshen County Sheriff's Office are investigating a possible suspicious death after a woman was found dead Monday.
May 18, 2021
Jim Hicks: Up Here In Johnson County, The Hills Are Turning A Beautiful Green
Guest columnist Jim Hicks writes: "It seems that every year they plan the state soccer tournament at the Polo Grounds near Bighorn, the weather includes cold winds, rain, sleet, and snow with very short breaks of sunshine."
Jim HicksMay 18, 2021
119 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Monday; 451 Active
The state reported 119 new laboratory-confirmed cases and 24 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 451 active cases.
May 17, 2021
Wyoming Employers Thank Gordon For Cutting Off Federal Covid Unemployment Checks
Many Wyoming employers who are struggling to find workers are thanking Gov. Gordon for cutting federal unemployment benefits.
May 17, 2021
Scientist: Yellowstone Super Volcano Will Erupt Again And Likely Destroy U.S.
Although the super volcano under Yellowstone will erupt again and likely destroy the U.S., it isn't likely to happen anytime soon.
Jimmy OrrMay 17, 2021
Wyo Supreme Court: Saudi Arabian Resident Doesn’t Have to Argue Custody Case Against Russian Wife in Teton County
The Wyoming Supreme Court ruled a Saudi Arabian man can respond to a custody case by his ex-Russian wife in Bahrain rather than Teton County.
May 17, 2021
Wyoming Wood Prices Soar Due to COVID, Labor Problems
Plywood in some Wyoming lumber stores costs more than five times what it cost six months ago.
Wendy CorrMay 17, 2021
Golfer Who Hit Golf Balls in Yellowstone & Mount Rushmore Apologizes
A man who is under investigation for hitting golf balls in Yellowstone and Mount Rushmore is apologizing for his actions.
Jimmy OrrMay 16, 2021
UW Prof/Author: Cheney Situation Is Uncharted Territory For Wyoming
UW Poly Sci professor James King said the situation surrounding Liz Cheney and President Trump is completely unprecedented in Wyoming politics.
Jen KocherMay 15, 2021
Jonathan Lange: Balow Deserves Praise For Saying No to Critical Race Theory
Guest columnist Jonathan Lange writes: "Every Wyoming parent should be grateful for Jillian Balows vigilance and leadership. But we should not let her fight alone."
Jonathan LangeMay 15, 2021
Dennis Sun: I Choose Not To Allow Sage Grouse Hunting On My Lands
Columnist Dennis Sun writes: "From a landowners point of view, Im not for hunting sage grouse and dont allow it on my private lands this is my right."
Dennis SunMay 15, 2021
Wyo Dept of Health: Increase In COVID Cases Doesn’t Constitute “Spike”
The Wyo Dept. of Health said the increase in COVID cases doesn't represent a spike but everyone needs to get vaccinated.
May 14, 2021
59 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Friday; 521 Active
The state reported 59 new laboratory-confirmed and 24 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 521 active cases.
May 14, 2021
Wyoming Gas Prices Up 65% In Last Year; 4 Cent Increase in Last Week
Wyoming has seen a 65% increase in gasoline prices in the last year, from $1.79 on May 14, 2020.
May 14, 2021
Wyo Supreme Court: Self-Defense Claims Rejected In Lover’s Triangle Shooting
A mans claims that he acted in self-defense when he shot a Cheyenne man during a quarrel stemming from a lovers triangle were rejected Friday by Wyomings Supreme Court.
May 14, 2021
Barrasso Introduces Bill Allowing People to Share Videos of Public Lands On Social Media
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso introduced a bill this week that would allow people to share video of their time on public lands on social media, something they're not technically allowed to do at this point.
May 14, 2021
Laramie County Health Dept Offers Cheyenne Frontier Days Tix to Vaccinate People
The Laramie County Health Dept is going to raffle off a pair of Cheyenne Frontier Days night show tickets as a way to encourage vaccinations.
May 14, 2021
Casper Man Demonstrates Why Running From a Police Dog Is Not Smart
A Casper man put on a giant padded suit to demonstrate why running from a police dog is a bad idea.
Jimmy OrrMay 14, 2021
Bill Sniffin: Session Reminded Legislator Of Working In Muddy Oil Patch On Worst Day
Publisher Bill Sniffin writes: " You are tired, dirty, and beaten down by the experience. But then you look back and you say to yourself, you know, we got quite a bit done."
Bill SniffinMay 14, 2021