Greg Johnson
Greg Johnson is managing editor for Cowboy State Daily at the headquarters in Cheyenne.
A veteran journalist of more than 31 years covering Western issues and politics, Greg spent stints in Wyoming as managing editor for the Gillette News Record and Laramie Boomerang. Greg's produced award-winning journalism, and has built a national reputation for his extensive coverage of Wyoming energy -- especially coal.
He previously spent seven years editing and reporting in Alaska, and was managing editor for Sarah Palin's hometown paper when she was tapped as John McCain's running mate in 2008. Greg studied music and English at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
Outside the office, Greg likes photography, reading and all things sports.
Latest from Greg Johnson
New Zealandâs Livestock âFart Taxâ Is Disastrous Policy Says Wyoming Ag Expert
A proposal that will make New Zealand the first nation in the world to tax the farts and burps of livestock emissions would devastate the U.S. cattle industry if it happened here, says lifelong Wyoming rancher and industry advocate.
Greg JohnsonOctober 12, 2022
Oath Keepers With Badges? Wyoming Law Enforcement Agencies Respond
A Laramie Police Department official says a state lawmakers claim the LPD is playing down the revelation that one of its officers has been identified as a member of the far-right militia group Oath Keepers is inaccurate and irresponsible.
Greg JohnsonOctober 06, 2022
Ghost Stories: Wyomingâs Cigar-Making Prison Poltergeist
Whether or not you believe in ghosts, theres arguably no place creepier to explore alone in the dark than the Wyoming Territorial Prison in Laramie.
Greg JohnsonOctober 05, 2022
Police Officer And Former UW Soccer Player Killed In Off-Duty Crash
A former University of Wyoming womens soccer player and police officer with the Oklahoma City Police Department died in an off-duty crash Thursday.
Greg JohnsonOctober 04, 2022
No Litter Boxes: Gillette School Board Disclaims âFurryâ Policy For Kids Who Identify As Animals
The Campbell County School District Board of Trustees assured parents on Tuesday that there are no litter boxes in school bathrooms to accommodate students who identify as animals.
Greg JohnsonSeptember 28, 2022
Cheney: If Trump is Partyâs 2024 Nominee, âI Wonât Be A Republicanâ
Appearing at a public policy festival in Texas on Saturday, Cheney made it clear that if President Trump is the Republican nominee for president in 2024, the congresswoman will no longer consider herself a Republican.
Greg JohnsonSeptember 25, 2022
