Renée Jean
Renée Jean is the business and tourism reporter for Cowboy State Daily and is based in Cheyenne. Previously, Renée spent seven years covering energy and agriculture in North Dakota and Montana. She has won many writing awards over a 30-year career, and has written magazine articles for Guideposts.
Latest from Renée Jean
Cheyenne Foundation Purchases Outlaw Saloon, Will Turn It Into Rec Center
The future of Cheyenne’s Outlaw Saloon, Wyoming’s largest bar, is settled. The Maury and Bonnie Brown Foundation purchased the building and will turn it into a rec center. Peaches Tyrrell, who's overseeing the project, says it will be a "YMCA on steroids."
Renée JeanDecember 10, 2025
Riverfront Jackson Hole Lodge Lists For $39.5M With Grand Teton Views
A 21-acre Jackson estate in a coveted neighborhood has just hit the market for $39.5 million. It offers private Snake River frontage, as well as winding creeks full of trout, cinematic views and serene wilderness. Plus, it's just 5 minutes from downtown.
Renée JeanDecember 08, 2025
It's Over: Wyoming History Groups Finalize Split, Chart New Independent Paths
Two of Wyoming’s most influential historical organizations say they have finalized their split with the Wyoming Historical Society. The Wyoming Historical Foundation and WyoHistory.org say they will move forward together without the society.
Renée JeanDecember 08, 2025
Frontier Brewing Co. In Casper Closes, Could Be A Sign Of Gen Z Just Not Drinking
Saturday was the last day of operation for Frontier Brewing Company and Taproom in downtown Casper, one of the city’s first craft breweries. Co-owner Shawn Houck says national trends like people drinking less alcohol is a significant factor in the closure.
Renée JeanDecember 07, 2025
Wyoming’s Housing Market Is Starting To Look A Lot Like California’s
The similarity between California and Wyoming’s housing market was glaringly apparent on a map created by Harvard economist Eric Protzer. He shared the map with Albany County leaders who are grappling with unaffordable housing in the Laramie region.
Renée JeanDecember 07, 2025
Ned LeDoux Crosses Over From Country Music Stage To Western Movie Stardom
Wyoming singer-songwriter Ned LeDoux is appearing in two films by Wyoming filmmaker Raen LeVell. The first, “Outriding the Devil,” premiers Tuesday at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. Chancey Williams is in the cast as is former Wyoming Gov. Matt Mead.
Renée JeanDecember 07, 2025
