Kolby Fedore
Kolby Fedore is a breaking news reporter for Cowboy State Daily. Born and raised in Wyoming, she has deep roots in the communities she covers and a strong connection to the region.
Before getting into news, she spent a handful of years teaching college writing at Montana State University. She eventually made her way back to Wyoming, where she found her stride in news media and radio.
Latest from Kolby Fedore
'Explosive Diarrhea' Parasite Reaches Wyoming As Health Officials Seek Source
Wyoming has confirmed three cases of a parasite known for causing explosive weekslong diarrhea, cramping, bloating, nausea, fatigue, weight loss, and more. The likely source is imported fresh produce, Wyoming epidemiologist Matt Peterson says.
Kolby FedoreJuly 08, 2026
Texas Motorcyclist Hit By Dump Truck On Teton Pass Thought He Was Going To Die
A motorcyclist who was hit by an out-of-control dump truck Tuesday on Teton Pass said he could feel his bones "crunching" as he tumbled across the pavement. "I thought I was going to fly off the cliff," he said. Two people were killed in the crash.
Kolby FedoreJuly 08, 2026
Eyewitness: Dump Truck Driver In Deadly Crash On Teton Pass "Driving Way Too Fast"
A Jackson driver who watched Tuesday's deadly Teton Pass crash unfold says he nearly passed the dump truck moments before its brakes failed and crashed into six vehicles, killing two people. "He was driving way too fast,” the eyewitness said.
Kolby FedoreJuly 08, 2026
After Blowing Off Most Of His Hand, Gillette Musician Vows He'll Play Guitar Again
Matthew Lynch lost most of his right hand in a fireworks explosion on July 4. But the Gillette carpenter, potter and musician is counting his blessings and refusing to give up on his electric-guitar dreams. "It's going to be awesome," Lynch said.
Kolby FedoreJuly 07, 2026
Search For North Carolina Man Who Disappeared On Snake River Now A Recovery Mission
The family of a North Carolina man who disappeared after jumping into the Snake River on Saturday shared photos of the 55-year-old that were taken just hours before he was swept away. Authorities have changed the mission from search and rescue to recovery.
Kolby FedoreJuly 07, 2026
Gillette Man Blows Fingers Off Hand With Firework Outside Bar, Four Others Hurt
A man blew the fingers off his hand and injured four other people outside a Gillette bar around midnight Saturday. In a public apology, the man, who was life-flighted to Billings, said he tried to throw the firework "but it blew up instantly."
Kolby FedoreJuly 06, 2026
