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Rupert Murdoch Feeds His Montana Cows Seaweed To Make Them Burp And Fart Less
Cattle are a gassy lot, but seaweed has been shown to reduce the methane in their burps and farts on Rupert Murdoch’s Montana ranch. The Fox News mogul is testing the approach on a mix of Angus and Waygu cattle.
David MadisonDecember 27, 2024
Wyoming Businesses Don’t Have To Disclose Owners After Whiplash Court Ruling
The on-again, off-again mandate for small businesses to disclose their ownership is off again after a Thursday whiplash ruling by a federal court. It halts the Corporate Transparency Act, which calls for jail time, $10,000 fines for noncompliance.
Renée JeanDecember 27, 2024
Ticket Sales Explode As $1.15B Lotto Jackpot Has Wyomingites Feeling Lucky
There’s nothing like a jackpot pushing past $1 billion to make people start feeling lucky — or at least greedy. Ticket sales for Friday’s $1.15 billion Mega Millions jackpot are exploding around Wyoming.
Greg JohnsonDecember 27, 2024
Wyoming Mail Goes Hundreds Of Extra Miles Before Delivery
Wyoming mail is getting ping-ponged around the region, traveling hundreds of extra miles before finally being delivered. Tracking packages online is leaving customers beyond frustrated. Meanwhile, the U.S. Postal Service says it will look into the issue.
Renée JeanDecember 27, 2024
Wyoming Business Owners Could Get Jail, $10,000 Fine For Not Disclosing Ownership
Small business owners face jail time and fines of up to $10,000 for not reporting who their owners are. They have until Jan 13, but Chuck Gray wants Wyoming to fight the rule in court.
Renée JeanDecember 26, 2024
The WRANGLER Magazine: A Couple's Nearly 40-Year Love Affair With Wyoming And Cowboy Life
You may not know Jim and Paulette Moss, but chances are you know their work. As publishers of The WRANGLER magazine, they shared their love affair with Wyoming and cowboy life for nearly 40 years.
Jackie DorothyDecember 25, 2024
Christmas In Yellowstone 2024: No Better Place To Celebrate
Cowboy State Daily's Andrew Rossi had the tough assignment of spending Christmas in Yellowstone. Without crowds and the park transformed by snow and winter, it’s become a holiday tradition for families seeking an unforgettable experience.
Andrew RossiDecember 24, 2024
Josh Allen Collectibles Among Hot Christmas Items At Casper Toy Store
Casper’s Toy Town was full of last-minute shoppers Monday, and even this close to Christmas there were still some plumb items available. That includes a Funko pop culture collectible of former UW quarterback and Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen.
Dale KillingbeckDecember 23, 2024
Bird Flu Is Making Christmas Dinner More Expensive In Wyoming
While the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed that human infections of bird flu are rare, the most recent outbreak is affecting Wyoming’s grocery prices — and people’s holiday dinners.
Jackie DorothyDecember 23, 2024
Can 95-Year-Old Wort Cabin Survive Jackson’s Skyrocketing Real Estate Market?
The tiny Wort Cabin in downtown Jackson started in 1929 as a bakery, and has remained an active commercial space since. Now the local historic preservation board hopes it can survive the skyrocketing real estate valuations of the Jackson market.
Andrew RossiDecember 22, 2024
Meet The Wyoming Truck Driver Behind “Roadie The Ranch Dog” Children's Books
The face behind the popular “Roadie the Ranch Dog” series of children’s books is a 49-year-old truck driver from Newcastle. Scott Haynes grew up on a ranch and wanted to create authentic ranch stories for kids. He recently published his seventh “Roadie” book.
Dale KillingbeckDecember 22, 2024
Need A Last-Minute Gift? How About A Shaggy Hippie-Cow?
Highlands are the cute, shaggy hippies of cattle, and it seems everyone wants one or two. One Wyoming ranching family says they’re also cleaner, love people and taste great.
Andrew RossiDecember 21, 2024
Outrage Over Daniel Wolf Abuse Didn’t Impact Wyoming Tourism In 2024
Global outrage and calls to boycott Wyoming over the abuse and killing of a wolf in Daniel in February didn’t impact Cowboy State tourism in 2024. Lodging tax collections are up almost across the board.
Renée JeanDecember 20, 2024
BNSF Railway To Eliminate Dozens Of Jobs Dec. 27
BNSF has pushed through an agreement in arbitration with its unions that will eliminate dozens of jobs on Dec. 27. As more people are cut, union reps say they worry for the safety of the workers who remain.
Renée JeanDecember 17, 2024
In Brief: Love’s Opens Its First Northern Wyoming Truck Stop In Buffalo
Love’s Travel Stops opened its first truck stop in northern Wyoming this week. The Buffalo, Wyoming, travel center is located near Interstates 25 and 90 and includes 64 truck parking spaces, a restaurant and an Arby’s.
Justin GeorgeDecember 17, 2024
Amazon Opens Wyoming’s First Delivery Centers In Gillette And Casper
Amazon has opened its first Wyoming distribution centers in Gillette and Casper. That’s great for people within 60 miles of them, but delivery problems continue for many other rural areas.
Renée JeanDecember 16, 2024
Get Cussed Out, Belittled And Stiffed On Tips — Welcome To DoorDashing
Being a DoorDasher isn’t the cushy, easy job for lazy basement dwellers some imagine it to be. DoorDashers beat up their cars in the worst Wyoming weather and sometimes get cussed out, belittled and stiffed on tips.
Renée JeanDecember 15, 2024
Modular Home Company That Helped Maui After Wildfires Could Ease Kemmerer Housing Crunch
A modular home company that stepped up to help Hawaii residents after devastating wildfires is looking to bring in homes to help with Kemmerer's housing crunch. Up to 6,000 new workers on their way to the southwest Wyoming community.
Renée JeanDecember 15, 2024
What Are Economists Stocking Up On Ahead Of Possible Tariffs? Not Toilet Paper
Wyoming economists are not panicking about the potential for Trump’s promised tariffs. They also don’t think people need to hoard stuff ahead of time — especially toilet paper.
Renée JeanDecember 15, 2024
In Winter, Casper Outdoor Preschool A Lesson In “Resilience” For Wyoming Children
A new Casper preschool is held outdoors, even during winter. Organizers say it teaches Wyoming children one of the Cowboy State’s most highly held values: “resilience.”
Dale KillingbeckDecember 15, 2024
Cheyenne Celebrity Chef Puts Sprouts, Wyoming’s Newest Grocer, To The Test
Sprouts Farmers Market, the supermarket chain which focuses on natural and organic foods, has an ambitious growth plan and just opened its first store in Wyoming. Cheyenne celebrity chef Petrina Peart was among the first to put the market to the test.
Renée JeanDecember 14, 2024
Author Gets Heat For Grizzly 399 Children's Book Put Out After Death Of Famous Bear
Former Cody resident Matthew Thomas is being accused of trying to profit off of Grizzly 399’s recent death by publishing a children’s book about the bear. Thomas says the book was almost done when she was hit by a car and killed in October.
Leo WolfsonDecember 14, 2024
Teton Pass Commuters Have To Navigate A Steeper, Curvier Drive This Winter
A steeper grade and sharper turns have some rethinking driving over Teton Pass between Idaho and Jackson, Wyoming, this winter. But most regulars say they feel the fix is good enough and they’re ready when the road turns icy.
Renée JeanDecember 13, 2024
After 91 Years, Cassie’s Restaurant In Cody Is Closed, And May Not Reopen
Cassie's Supper Club, a Cody staple since 1933, is closed as a new owner evaluates the potential of the historic restaurant. The recent demolition of other historic restaurants has the community concerned about its future.
Andrew RossiDecember 11, 2024