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Jimmy Orr

Jimmy Orr is the founder and executive editor of Cowboy State Daily.

Orr is a longtime journalist who was on the masthead at the Los Angeles Times and the Christian Science Monitor as the Managing Editor, Digital.

In the political arena, Orr served as a spokesman for the White House and directed digital strategy for President George W. Bush and California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. Prior to these positions, Orr worked for Wyoming Governor Jim Geringer and U.S. Senators Malcolm Wallop and Al Simpson.

He was also the co-founder of The Sports Show with ESPNs Woody Paige and Les Shapiro and was the executive producer of Clay Travis Outkick the Show.

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Gillette 16-Year-Old Hits 142 MPH In Cadillac Trying To Outrun Cops

A former race car driver and the Campbell County undersheriff say a 16-year-old boy who led police on a high-speed chase hitting 142 mph is lucky. Any slight mishap at that speed is probably not survivable, they said.

Clair McFarland & Jimmy OrrMay 13, 2024

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Nebraska High School Picks O.J. Simpson For Inspirational Quote

Although some were certain it had so be a senior prank, a high school east of Lusk, Wyoming, chose a statement by O.J. Simpson as the inspirational quote in its commencement announcement. Turns out, it was approved at the highest levels.

Jimmy OrrMay 11, 2024

Not only are Taco Bell and Taco John's competitors, in many locations, they're neighbors as well, like in Laramie, where they have outlets across the street from each other along Grand Avenue.

Laramie Stinks, But It's Just Temporary

Citizens of Laramie were put under a "Temporary Odor Alert" late Wednesday by town authorities. A routine process at the Waste Water Treatment Plant created a "strong, rotten egg odor" and will likely persist for the next 24 hours.

Jimmy OrrMay 09, 2024

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Former President Trump Endorses Barrasso For GOP Whip

Former President Trump on Thursday evening endorsed Wyoming's senior senator John Barrasso for Senate Republican Whip. "John Barrasso has my complete and total endorsement," Trump said.

Jimmy OrrMarch 15, 2024

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Cheney Backs Nikki Haley; Hageman Calls Haley “Liz Cheney Lite”

After former Rep. Liz Cheney on Friday urged Nikki Haley to stay in the presidential race, current Rep. Harriet Hageman called Haley "Cheney Lite" and predicted she would lose in her home state similar to Cheney's fate in Wyoming.

Jimmy OrrJanuary 26, 2024

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Former Wyoming Catholic College Head Kevin Roberts Blasts 'Global Elites' At Davos

Remarks made by former head of Wyoming Catholic College and now president of the Heritage Foundation on Thursday went viral after he blasted "elites" at the Global Economic Forum in Davos. He called their mission "laughable" and said they are part of the problem.

Jimmy OrrJanuary 19, 2024

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Hageman Honors Green River Hero Who Saved Lives In House Fire

U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman on Friday recognized Green River hero Ryan Pasborg who risked his life by running into a burning house to save the life of a mother and her son. Last month, Pasborg received the nation's highest civilian award for heroism.

Jimmy OrrJanuary 12, 2024

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Cowboy State Daily's Top 20 Wyoming Sunrises of 2023

Every morning, Cowboy State Daily publishes a reader-submitted daily sunrise photo. Here are the top 20 photos that received the most engagement on social media in 2023. Enjoy ...

Jimmy OrrDecember 29, 2023

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Josh Allen’s Christmas Gift To Brokenhearted Young Bills Fan

Former Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen didn't see a young fan's homemade sign asking him to sign his jersey. But Josh did see the video later. So he found out who the little boy was and made it right...

Jimmy OrrDecember 28, 2023

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New C.J. Box “Joe Pickett” Novel About Rogue Grizzly Bear Comes Out In Early 2024

Good news for Joe Pickett fans. C.J. Box's 24th novel about the Wyoming game warden will be released in February 2024, and will be centered around a rogue grizzly bear going around Wyoming killing people.

Jimmy OrrDecember 26, 2023

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Wyoming Dog No One Wanted Gets Adopted Before Christmas

When Shelby Joyce read the story about a Wyoming dog with a lopsided face that no one seemed to want, she jumped into action. As a result, "Princess Martha" got a forever home just in time for Christmas.

Jimmy OrrDecember 26, 2023

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Barney Cam: The Making Of The Original White House Christmas Videos

The original White House Christmas videos weren't politicized. The first one was created to show off the Christmas decorations in the White House because public tours were closed because of 9/11. The second one was created so Mrs. Bush could play the video for sick children at the Children's National Hospital.

Jimmy OrrDecember 19, 2023

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Tanker Carrying 57 Tons Of Molten Sulfur Extracted From 200-Foot Snowy Embankment

It took a couple hours longer than expected, but the the giant semitruck carrying 57 tons of molten sulfur, which plummeted 200 feet in a raging blizzard last week, was retrieved from its icy grave by 15 men and three "huge" wreckers on Wednesday afternoon.

Jimmy OrrDecember 14, 2023

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Wyoming Needs To Rally To Give This Dog A Merry Christmas

Black Dog Animal Rescue is guessing that Martha, a two-year old shepherd/pit bull mix, hasn't been adopted yet because she has a crooked face due to a birth defect or trauma. But she's been through an obedience program and is a happy little girl. We know someone in Wyoming can give her a forever home for Christmas.

Jimmy OrrDecember 13, 2023

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Revolt On Capitol Hill Against Biden's EV Mandate, Lummis Leading Charge In Senate

Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Thursday called on President Biden to drop his controversial EV mandate. Democrats joined Republicans in the House on Wednesday in voting for legislation to kill the mandate, and 4,000 auto dealers want the mandate dropped as well.

Jimmy OrrDecember 07, 2023

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Guests Evacuated At Old Faithful Snow Lodge After Fire Breaks Out In Laundry Room

On the final night of the season at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge in Yellowstone, a fire broke out in the laundry room causing guests to be evacuated while firefighters extinguished the blaze.

Jimmy OrrOctober 30, 2023

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Another Day, Another Bear Attack; This One In Glitzy Aspen Resort

A bear broke into the swanky St. Regis Aspen Resort on Monday and had a tussle with a hapless security guard. Officials called the encounter an attack, but if it was an NBA game, the security guard would probably be called for flopping.

Jimmy OrrOctober 26, 2023

Gilchrist Park in Cheyenne on Oct. 25, 2023.

Why Are There Still Leaves On The Trees In Late October?

Usually by this time of year in Cheyenne, the community resembles a desolate moonscape. If there are any leaves left, they are brown and crumpled in the gutter. But this year, autumn has been spectacular.

Jimmy OrrOctober 25, 2023

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Wyoming Delegation Firmly Behind Israel; Gordon Lowers The Flags

Each member of Wyoming’s congressional delegation issued statements expressing their support for Israel and its right to defend itself after Hamas’ terrorist attacks on the country over the weekend. Gov Gordon lowered the flags on Monday for the lives lost.

Jimmy OrrOctober 09, 2023

John Diepholz, 64, didn't return as scheduled Aug. 16 from a hiking trip in the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming.

Missing Hiker Found Dead; Fell To Death Above Spider Lake In Sublette County

The body of missing hiker John Diepholz was found late Thursday morning above Spider Lake in the Wind River Mountains. Authorities say the 64-year-old Minnesota man likely fell to his death.

Jimmy OrrAugust 25, 2023

A motorcyclist led the Wyoming Highway Patrol on a 71-mile chase on Monday and exceeded speeds of 165mph

Ninja Motorcyclist Tops 165 MPH In Wild Chase On Interstate 80

In a high-speed chase on Interstate 80 that lasted more than 70 miles on Monday evening, a motorcyclist exceeded 165 mph in an attempt to elude the Wyoming Highway Patrol. The biker crashed, and somehow lived, when trying to exit on Vedauwoo Road.

Jimmy OrrAugust 16, 2023

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Longmire Actors Get Waiver From SAG, Actors Can Be At Longmire Days

Although it looked like the actors who appeared in the "Longmire" TV series would not be able to participate in this weekend's Longmire Days festival because of the Screen Actors Guild strike, the union gave them a waiver Thursday afternoon and the show will proceed as planned.

Jimmy OrrJuly 20, 2023

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Woman Gored In Yellowstone Gets Engaged In Hospital Bed; Fiancé Says Bison Launched Her 'Airborne'

The 46-year-old woman who suffered severe injuries from a bison goring in Yellowstone last Saturday got engaged in her hospital bed in Phoenix. Her fiancé said the woman was launched into the air and did a couple of backflips before hitting the ground.

Jimmy OrrJuly 20, 2023

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Cowboy State Daily Radio: Thursday, July 20, 2023

Cowboy State Daily, Wyoming's largest news organization, will soon be on your local radio station. Longtime news radio veteran Wendy Corr will anchor the broadcasts.

Jimmy OrrJuly 20, 2023

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45 Years Ago, Cheyenne Got Flattened By Most Destructive Tornado In Wyoming History

45 years ago on July 16, 1979, Cheyenne was hit by the most destructive tornado in Wyoming history. One life was lost, dozens were injured, hundreds of homes were damaged, and tens of millions of dollars worth of damages occurred.

Jimmy OrrJuly 15, 2023

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Grizzly Bear Relocated, Instantly Attacks Video Camera

If there is any doubt about the ferocity of a grizzly bear, and there is judging by the countless videos of dimwitted tourists in Yellowstone, then one look at a captured Montana grizzly getting released back into the wild should eliminate them.

Jimmy OrrJuly 14, 2023

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Man Stuck In Yellowstone Bathroom Because Giant Bison Was Outside The Door

A man was stuck in a Yellowstone restroom Tuesday because when he opened the door, a giant bison was standing outside of it. His dilemma attracted a crowd which, of course, decided to video the event.

Jimmy OrrJuly 12, 2023

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