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Wyoming Gets First Airstream Franchise; Grand Opening On August 27
The grand opening of Wyoming's first Airstream franchise is on August 27 in Etna, Wyoming. To many, Airstreams are as much of an American icon as Harley-Davidson.
August 19, 2022
Longmire Days Begins On Thursday: What To Know Before You Go!
Excitement is building in Buffalo, as townspeople gear up for an influx of fans from all over the world for "Longmire Days" which begins on Thursday.
Wendy CorrAugust 17, 2022
Monsoon Hammers Laramie Saturday, Heavy Rains Could Return Toward WeekendÂ
A monsoon storm hammered Laramie on Saturday afternoon turning streets in to rivers and one green space into an impromptu lake. More severe weather is expected this week.
Mark HeinzAugust 15, 2022
Microbrews Are Big Business In Wyoming, Contribute More Than $200 Million To Economy
Nearly every weekend over the summer in Wyoming, there's a microbrew festival. The state's 40 breweries contribute $200 million to the economy.mci
August 11, 2022
Wyoming Firewood Dealers Say High Fuel Costs Have Forced Them To Raise PricesÂ
Firewood dealers -- ranging from small, local sellers to a region-wide commercial operation -- said higher fuel costs will translate into higher prices for their products this year
Mark HeinzAugust 10, 2022
Bikers Boost State’s Economy As They Ride Through Wyoming To Sturgis Rally
When bikers come through Wyoming on their way to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, theyre bringing more than freedom on two wheels. Theyre also bringing an economic boost for the Cowboy State.
August 10, 2022
Race Against Time: Critical Yellowstone Road Must Be Fixed Soon Or Tourism Would Take Direct Hit
If a key road, which was destroyed during the Yellowstone floods, isn't fixed by the time snow flies, the only other road to Yellowstone communities will have to be plowed. That would ruin the snowmobile industry, tourism officials say.
Wendy CorrAugust 08, 2022
Safety Expert Details How Not To Get Struck By Lightning In Wyoming
A National Lightning Safety Council member told Cowboy State Daily on Friday how to avoid getting struck by lightning.
August 05, 2022
Caesars Sportsbook Latest To Offer Sports Betting In Wyoming
Caesars Sportsbook is now the fourth company to unveil online sports betting in Wyoming. The Wyoming Gaming Commission says it wont be the last. The commission anticipates a total of 10 by 2023.
August 03, 2022
Wyoming Tourism Leads The Way In Statewide Job Growth
The states second largest industry adds 2,000 more jobs as of June compared to the same time last year. Newest numbers continue trend of growth over past decade for the sector.
August 03, 2022
National Beard & Moustache Championship To Be Held In Casper
The National Beard and Moustache Championship will be held in Casper in November. It will be held in conjunction with the 2022 Booze and Bacon Festival.
August 01, 2022
Small Fairs Celebrate The Heart Of Wyoming Â
From Dayton Days to the Big Horn County Fair in Basin; Longmire Days in Buffalo to the Goshen County Fair in Torrington all of these small town celebrations bring together local residents, boost profits for local businesses, and give the local population something to look forward to every year.
Wendy CorrAugust 01, 2022
Feds Paid Wyoming Farmers $3.4 Million Not To Farm Last Year
The federal government paid Wyoming farmers and ranchers about $3.4 million not to farm certain plots of land last year, through its Conservation Reserve Program
Clair McFarlandJuly 29, 2022
Future Of Electric Vehicles In Wyoming Will Be Driven By Tourism, Experts Say
Automotive insiders say car chargers are key to tourism because where the car chargers are, the tourists go. They also say the more car chargers there are in Wyoming will mean more residents who will buy electric cars.
July 29, 2022
First Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic In State To Open In Cheyenne This Fall
A mental health urgent care clinic, the first of its kind in Wyoming, will open sometime this fall in Cheyenne, its company's president told Cowboy State Daily on Wednesday.
July 27, 2022
Laramie Restaurant Up For Sale After Appearing On Diners, Drive-Ins, And Dives
The owner of Crowbar and Grill in Laramie said the restaurant's appearance on the national TV show didn't influence his decision to sell but is a good selling point for the popular business.
July 26, 2022
Wyo Cattle Prices Up; Inflation Means Expenses Also Up
The rise in cattle prices is a silver lining for some ranches but inflation means theres less in the pockets of cattle producers than it appears.
July 26, 2022
Biden Trying To Avoid Railroad Strike Which Would Be Disastrous For Wyoming’s Energy Industry
The Presidential Emergency Board is working with railroads and their workers to prevent a labor strike, which would be disastrous for Wyoming and the state's energy industry.
July 25, 2022
Landing Fees Help Maintain Wyoming Airports
All of Wyomings nine commercial service airports charge some sort of landing fee. Depending on the airplane being flown and how much it weighs, the cost varies depending on where it lands.
July 22, 2022
Sheridan Ammunition Company To Expand; Will Create 200 – 250 Jobs
Sheridan-based ammo company, Absaroka Valley Ammunition, announced on Thursday it is expanding with a new facility which will eventually create between 200 - 250 jobs.
July 22, 2022
State Lodging Tax Bringing In More Money In 2022 To Better Market Wyoming Tourism
Revenues from the state lodging tax are up 8% over last year. That tax, paid mostly by out-of-state visitors, helps better market Wyoming for increased tourism, says the state tourism director.
Wendy CorrJuly 22, 2022
Gun Manufacturer Kel-Tec To Expand To Rock Springs; Will Bring 250 Jobs
Kel-Tec Firearms on Wednesday announced it is expanding to Rock Springs and has purchased a 33,000-square-foot facility. It is expected to bring 250 jobs to the area.
July 22, 2022
Forest Service Timber Cutbacks In Black Hills Will Hurt Economy And Environment, Says Senator
Reduced forest management on one of the nations best managed forests, wont just see an increase in frequency of beetle infestations, but an increase in severity of wildfires as well, according to Wyoming State Sen. Ogden Driskill.
July 20, 2022
Lynn Buys A Hotel: Cheyenne House Renovator Takes On City’s Central Plaza
Corey Lynn Loghry, a well-known home renovator in Cheyenne, has taken on her biggest project yet: an 85-room, decades-old downtown hotel which was a landmark at one time.
July 19, 2022