Business & Tourism
News
Fresher Food, Direct From The Farm: Locally Sourced Food Stores In Wyoming Are Growing
As inflation and supply chain issues squeeze large retail grocers, Wyoming consumers now have the choice to shop at new locally-sourced food stories for higher-quality and locally produced food.
Renée JeanOctober 25, 2022
How Much Federal Regulation Should There Be Of The Crypto-Currency Industry?
As Wyoming continues to position itself as the hub for the cryptocurrency industry, a fight is brewing in Washington, D.C., over a bill that could establish federal oversight for bitcoin and other crypto markets.
Renée JeanOctober 23, 2022
NOAA Predicts More Drought In Southeast Wyoming, Don Day Says Theyâre Wrong, Again
Wyoming meteorologist Don Day says NOAA's long-range forecast is probably wrong about more drought for southeast Wyoming. Day says La Niña will likely weaken and an increase of precipitation will occur.
October 21, 2022
Drought Put Wyoming Ag Producers In Economic âPerfect Stormâ
Drought led to high hay prices, and increased feed costs which led to many Wyoming ranchers selling off their herds. That means less money coming in as costs of ranching go up.
October 21, 2022
Human Remains Found In Carbon County, No Word If Linked To Hunter Missing Since 2019
Its unclear if human remains found in Carbon County this week belong to a hunter who went missing there during a 2019 snowstorm.
Mark HeinzOctober 20, 2022
Kroger â Albertsons Mega Merger Will Mean Higher Prices, Job Losses In Wyoming, Say Union Reps
Longtime Rock Springs grocery worker and union rep says Wyoming should prepare for higher prices and job losses if the proposed multibillion-dollar Kroger-Albertsons merger goes through.
Renée JeanOctober 20, 2022
CDC Says COVID Vax Should Be Required For All Public Schools, Wyoming Says No Way
Gov. Mark Gordon on Thursday said he will not take the CDC's recommendation to add the COVID-19 vaccine to its list of required shots to attend public school.
Clair McFarlandOctober 20, 2022
Wyoming Insulated From Full Recession Impacts, Says Stateâs Chief Economist
A global economic recession would complicate Wyomings economic recovery, but the states chief economist believes the Cowboy State could weather the worst of it.
Renée JeanOctober 20, 2022
Wyoming Gas Tax Working Group Recommends Reimbursing Drivers For High Gas Prices
A leading University of Wyoming energy economist is skeptical of many of the proposals recommended by a gas tax working group set up by Gov. Mark Gordon
October 19, 2022
Wyoming Appliance Seller Says Biden Has Declared War On Dishwashers
Twelve states are suing the Biden administration for new regulations which they claim significantly hamper the effectiveness of dishwashers.
October 18, 2022
Federal-State Partnership Will Reward Wyoming Landowners for Conservation
An agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the state of Wyoming was finalized Monday with the signing of a document that will ensure money for conservation programs accessible by agricultural producers and landowners.
Wendy CorrOctober 18, 2022
Now Google Is Flagging Recipe Ingredients For âClimate Impacts,â Ag Industry Says Itâs A Sham
Google will soon implement a feature that will let you know how "environmentally friendly" your choice of dinner is.Â
October 18, 2022
Riverton Lands High-End National Pet Grooming Supplier Company
The California-based company that makes high-end pet-grooming supplies is choosing Riverton because of its location and the ability to save on trucking and shipping costs.
Renée JeanOctober 18, 2022
Q&A: Cheyenne Bucks State Trend With Record Tourism
Visit Cheyenne President Domenic Bravo sat down for a Q&A with Cowboy State Daily to discuss Cheyenne's new record for tourism despite a sluggish turnout for Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Renée JeanOctober 17, 2022
Sugar Shortage Latest Blow For Wyoming Bakers â Just In Time For Holiday Season
Already facing an ongoing egg shortage and dwindling supplies of butter, Wyoming consumers are now being hit with a sugar shortage. What is a cupcake shop going to do without powdered sugar? asks the owner of The Sugar Mouse Cupcake House in Laramie.
Renée JeanOctober 14, 2022
Report: Wyoming Inflation Rate Higher Than National Average
At 9.6%, Wyomings higher-than-average inflation rate is impacting the way people shop. Its also expected to cause interest rate hikes.
Renée JeanOctober 14, 2022
âWhat Kind Of Cow Produces Chocolate Milk?â People Have No Idea Where Food Comes From, Rancher Says
When viewers were asking questions about what kind of cows produce chocolate milk and why there are no trees on their Wyoming ranch, they realized most people don't know where their food comes from.
October 12, 2022
Better With Age: Wyoming Whiskey Named A Top 10 Distiller In US
Wyomings first whiskey distillery "Wyoming Whiskey" has been recognized as one of the top 10 craft whiskey distilleries in the nation.
Renée JeanOctober 12, 2022
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
Wyoming Tribal Elder: Expansion Of Sand Creek Massacre Site âLong Overdueâ
Doubling the size of the Sand Creek Massacre historic site is a step in the right direction, says a Wyoming tribal leader.
Mark HeinzOctober 07, 2022
Drought And Colorado River: Irrigation Restrictions in Wyoming Possible By 2028
Debates over century-old federal laws regulating Colorado River water will determine if irrigation in southwest Wyoming is restricted.
October 06, 2022
Legislatorâs Plan Would Slash Wyomingâs Tax Rate But Broaden Base To Include Groceries & Services
Cheyenne Rep. Landon Brown says lowering sales and use tax from 4% to 2.5%, but apply the tax to more services, would generate similar income for the state while reducing reliance on revenues from energy sector.
Clair McFarlandOctober 06, 2022
Chinese Company Looks To Sell Four Seasons Resort In Jackson
Chinese companies have hundreds of millions of dollars invested in Wyoming. The states direct investment from Chinese companies at about $770 million.
October 05, 2022
State Of Wyoming Has No Plans To Switch To Electric Vehicles
Because Wyoming lacks the infrastructure to support electric vehicles, the state maintains no EVs in its 5,000+ vehicle-fleet and has no plans to change in the immediate future.
October 03, 2022