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Still Fighting Federal Reserve In Court, Wyoming’s Custodia Bank Opens 2 Services

While continuing to fight the Federal Reserve in court, Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long has opened two services at the Wyoming-based digital bank that digital asset industries are clamoring for — money market mutual funds and dollar deposits.

Renée JeanAugust 14, 2023

A proposal in the federal COWS Act would pay U.S. farmers to change their cattle manure management so cows poop outside instead of indoors, a practice that would reduce methane.

Feds Want To Pay Farmers To Change Pooping Habits Of Cows

An amendment to the Farm Bill was recently introduced by a California senator that proposes to reduce methane emissions by changing the pooping habits of cows.

August 14, 2023

Around Wyoming: An Unusual Adventure In Hulett At Bob Coronato’s Rogues Gallery

Western artist Bob Coronato has made a name for himself with iconic rodeo posters and a controversial portrait of the late Native American activist Russell Means. But his Rogues Gallery store also houses a number of cool, hard-to-find Western artifacts in a miniature museum that’s worth a look.

Renée JeanAugust 13, 2023

The unique and rugged Hagglunds all-terrain vehicles Casper-based Tracked Outdoors fixes up can cover extreme terrain during all seasons.

Casper Company Turns Military-Grade ATVs Into Consumer Vehicles To Battle Snow

Tracked Outdoors in Casper is the largest supplier of refurbished prized Hagglund all-terrain vehicles in America. They're expensive but after last year’s severe winter, business is booming.

Leo WolfsonAugust 13, 2023

The Jackalope Motor Inn in Pinedale frequently offers clever quips on its billboard.

Wyoming Couple Creates A Hiker Haven From Run-Down Pinedale Motel

Tyler and Kayleigh Hofer took a chance when they bought and refurbished a run-down Pinedale motel but found a ready clientele of hikers crossing Wyoming on the Continental Divide Trail.

August 13, 2023

Artist rendering of completed observatory.

Snow King Mountain In Jackson Builds First-Of-Its-Kind $5 Million Observatory

Snow King Mountain wants to capitalize on rising stargazing tourism with a $5 million observatory dedicated to tourism. The observatory will be completed this fall for a soft opening.

Renée JeanAugust 13, 2023

A herd of cows graze Wyoming rangeland in this undated photo.

Cattle, Sheep Pack On Pounds With Best Wyoming Range Conditions In Recent Memory

Wyoming ranchers report they’re expecting a strong market for cattle and sheep, which are packing on pounds on the state’s best range conditions in recent memory.

August 13, 2023

Wyoming Landmark Nordic Inn, Brenthoven's Restaurant Closed For Good

For the first tourist season in more than 70 years, the Clinger family isn’t welcoming visitors and locals at its landmark Alpine, Wyoming hotel The Nordic Inn and restaurant, Brenthoven’s. They’re closed for good.

August 12, 2023

Tourists from Texas take turns looking at the star Vega through a telescope set up by Wyoming Stargazing on the edge of Grand Teton National Park.

Wyoming Stargazing Is Bringing Astro-Tourism To The Edge Of Grand Teton National Park

Wyoming Stargazing offers a private star party that’s out of this world. It’s a new dimension for tourism that has potential across the Cowboy State, as stargazing tourism rises in popularity.

Renée JeanAugust 12, 2023

U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman, R-Wyoming, opposes a USDA rule to require electronic ear tags for cattle and bison.

Hageman Says Mandatory Electronic IDs For Cattle Too Costly, Invasive

U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman wants to gut the funding for a proposed USDA mandate for electronic ear tags for cattle, saying they’re too costly and invades ranchers’ privacy.

August 11, 2023

A herd of cows graze in a pasture below low-hanging clouds in Wyoming.

Wyoming Ag Land Value Up 19% From Pre-Pandemic Years

The value of Wyoming agriculture land is up nearly 19% from 2019, but is leveling off even as it continues to explode across the United States.

August 11, 2023

Is Beyond Meat Beyond Saving? Fake Meat Company Stock Down 90% From 2020 Peak

In its latest earnings report, plant-based meat producer Beyond Meat report sales are imploding. Wyoming beef producers say they’re not surprised people prefer real meat.

August 10, 2023

A herd of cows lingers around a watering hole in Albany County.

Wyoming Ranchers Apply For Disaster Money For Heavy Winter Livestock Losses

Farm Service Agency officials say Wyoming ranchers may have suffered through one of the worst winters on record for livestock deaths, which has them asking for federal disaster money.

August 09, 2023

Taco John's and Taco Bell have numerous locations across Cheyenne and Wyoming.

Taco Bell Wastes No Time Launching Its Own $5 Million ‘Taco Tuesday’ Campaign

Taco Bell, fresh from muscling much smaller rival Taco John’s out of its Taco Tuesday trademark, is opening a $5 million tab to pay for people ordering Mexican food, even from competitors.

Renée JeanAugust 09, 2023

Buffalo’s TA Guest Ranch Preserves Wild West Legacy On Working Cattle Operation

The TA Guest Ranch is pure Wyoming Wild West with horseback riding, history tours and gourmet food on a working cattle ranch.

Renée JeanAugust 06, 2023

The Branding Iron Café in Bondurant, which has recently reopened.

Bondurant’s Branding Iron Café Reopens With New Owners

The Roosevelt Fire took their home in 2018, now Matt and Jennifer Accurso say they want to give back to the community that helped them as new owners of the Branding Iron Café in Bondurant.

August 06, 2023

Hageman Proposes $5,000-A-Pound Fine For Meat Illegally Labeled US Beef

Wyoming U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman wants to put some muscle behind illegally labeling international beef as being from the U.S. with $5,000-per-pound fines for violators.

August 05, 2023

Cutting into a delicious lamb roast seasoned with garlic, onion salt and pepper.

Eating Wyoming: Foodies At All Levels Rediscovering Cowboy State Lamb

Wyoming lamb producers are riding a wave of popularity sparked by the pandemic, which started a renewal of interest in lamb as cooks had to become more adventurous in the kitchen.

Renée JeanAugust 05, 2023

The Cowboy Bar in Meeteetsee is Wyoming's most famous outlaw bar, and it's for sale, listing for $395,000.

Meeteetse’s Cowboy Bar, An Outlaw Joint Like No Other In Wyoming, Is For Sale

One of Wyoming’s most famous outlaw bars, the Cowboy Bar in Meeteetse, is up for sale. The bar can make a boast few other bars can. In each of the last three centuries, it has hosted one of America’s most wanted men, including Butch Cassidy, for a drink or three.

Renée JeanAugust 05, 2023

Tim Trites rolls a barrel of spirits at his distillery outside Pinedale.

Wyoming People: Master Distiller Tim Trites Makes Premium Spirits In Pinedale

After more than 50 years of traveling the globe and learning the craft of distilling spirits, Tim Trites found a water source in Sublette County he believes is unequalled anywhere in the world. Now he produces award-winning spirits next to Highway 191 in Pinedale.

August 05, 2023

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort To Sell To Local Ownership Group

Jay Kemmerer and family are selling Jackson Hole Mountain Resort to Eric Macy and Mike Corbat, two JHMR board members. Kemmerer has said he will remain an active member of its board and executive committee.

Renée JeanAugust 04, 2023

Jeff G started out last week in South Dakota took a trip through Glacier National Park, and now he's headed back to Sturgis with plans to stop in for about one day of the rally before heading back home.

Sturgis Means Big Business For Wyoming Towns On Devils Tower Loop

Hulett, Sundance, Aladdin and Moorcroft are on what South Dakota’s Sturgis Rally promotes as the Devils Tower Loop, and they all win big when thousands of bikers roll through on Wyoming Wednesday during the Sturgis Rally.