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Harley Rally In June Expected to Generate Millions in Revenue for Cody
The impending arrival of 1,000 bikers converging in Cody in late June is expected to generate more than $2 million in economic impacts for the community.
Wendy CorrApril 29, 2022
$76 Million Gambled in Wyoming Since Online Sports Betting Was Legalized; 28,000 People Have Tried
Since online sports betting was legalized in September, 2021, more than $76 million has been wagered in Wyoming by a total of nearly 28,000 people.
Clair McFarlandApril 28, 2022
Snowstorm Provides Relief For Ranchers Plagued By Drought, But Comes At A Cost In Lost Livestock
Record snowfall in northeast Wyoming over the weekend provided much-needed relief for ranchers hard hit by drought, though for some, came at a hefty cost in lost livestock and repairs following the storm.
Jen KocherApril 26, 2022
Gillette Slammed With 19 Inches Of Snow Over Weekend; 2nd Highest Snowfall Record
Northeastern Wyoming was pummeled by a strong winter storm over the weekend, with Campbell County receiving a near-record 19 inches of snow between Saturday and Sunday.
April 25, 2022
Is the Farmer’s Almanac Still Relevant? Yes, Say Wyoming Farmers And Ranchers
Even in 2022, Wyoming farmers and ranchers say they still read the Old Farmer's Almanac. Not only is it good for weather but also for planting seasons and castration advice.
Wendy CorrApril 22, 2022
Inflation: Wyoming Cost Of Living Highest In 40 Years
Led by a 22% increase in the cost of transportation, Wyomings cost of living in the fourth quarter of 2021 grew at the fastest annual rate seen in 40 years.
April 19, 2022
Shoshoni, Wyoming: “Our Town Doesn’t Have To Die”
Community leaders in Shoshoni say they are refusing the let the town of 471 die. By investing in infrastructure, a high-quality school, and identifying growth opportunities, they believe it can persevere.
Clair McFarlandApril 19, 2022
Wyoming Ag Industry Hit By Drought, Although Not As Bad As Other States
Wyoming's farmers and ranchers are not being hit as hard by the drought seen across the West as their counterparts in other states, several told Cowboy State Daily on Friday.
April 15, 2022
No Airport, No Problem. Jackson Business Owners Not Worried About Airport Closure
Even though the Jackson airport will be closed for repairs through the end of June, business owners aren't worried about tourism numbers dropping as they believe car travel will make up for it.
Jimmy OrrApril 14, 2022
UW Professors, Student Lead Research On New COVID Rapid Test
Two University of Wyoming professors and one PhD student have led research into a new, more sensitive, rapid COVID test, according to a recently published scholarly journal article.
April 13, 2022
Wyoming Struggling Under Record-High Inflation Prices
Inflation hit a four-decade high last month and for Wyoming residents, every purchase at the grocery store or gas stations feels more and more daunting.
April 12, 2022
No COVID Patients At Cheyenne Hospital, First Time In More Than A Year
The Cheyenne Regional Medical Hospital no longer has any COVID patients in its wards, something that has not been seen in more than a year.
April 12, 2022
Buffalo Residents Skeptical About HGTV’s “Home Town Takeover” Project
Buffalo residents who gathered at The Busy Bee on Saturday weren't that sure about HGTV's claim that their town needed "kick-starting" for its "Home Town Takeover" TV show which airs on April 24.
Wendy CorrApril 11, 2022
C.W. McCall’s ‘Convoy’ Meant Something To Wyoming Truckers
The death of C.W. McCall, who rose to fame after recording the song "Convoy," meant a lot to Wyoming truck drivers who drove semis in the 1970s when the song was a national sensation.
Wendy CorrApril 07, 2022
Drought, High Diesel And Hay Prices Devastating To Ag Producers in NE Wyoming
For ranchers in northeastern Wyoming, the last two years have been hard with severe drought and skyrocketing prices for hay and feed. Now there's record-high diesel prices...
April 07, 2022
Historic Sheridan Inn For Sale At $4.25 Million
The historic Sheridan Inn, which was once owned by Buffalo Bill Cody and was known as the finest hotel between Chicago and San Francisco, is up for sale at $4.25 million.
Wendy CorrApril 06, 2022
Only Two Homes In Jackson Under $1 Million; Real Estate Prices Doubled In Last 18 Months
Real estate broker Greg Prugh said a three-bedroom condo in Jackson last year sold for $775,000 and the same property today was just sold for $1.5 million. The residential property with the highest sale price currently on the market tops the $19 million mark.
April 05, 2022
Bee Colonies Relatively Healthy In Wyoming But Beekeepers Worried About New Pesticides
Although bee colonies are considered relatively healthy in Wyoming, beekeepers are very worried about new pesticides which they call "insidious."
Wendy CorrApril 05, 2022
Sheep Shearing In Wyoming: It’s A Lot Of Work, “There’s No George Jetson Machine”
At a sheep shearing class in south Campbell County on Saturday, teacher Wade Kopren said there's no easy way to shear sheep: "There's no George Jetson machine to just run them through. It's hard work."
April 04, 2022
Wyoming Farmers Grapple With High Fertilizer, Other Costs
Wyoming farmers and ranchers are being hit by continually rising fertilizer costs and those higher expenses will likely find their way to consumers.
April 02, 2022
Northern Lights May Reappear In Wyoming On Friday
If you missed the appearance of the Northern lights in Wyoming on Wednesday night, forecasters say the phenomenon could be visible in Wyoming again on Friday and Saturday.
Wendy CorrMarch 31, 2022
Wyo Health Officer Cautious On Second Covid Booster; “It’s A Personal Decision”
Wyoming's public health officer is softening her stance on the value of the latest COVID-19 booster shots, urging residents to speak with their doctors before getting a second booster as recommended by federal health officials.
March 31, 2022
Wyoming’s Rising Land Prices ‘Really Rough’ For Some Farmers Looking To Grow
Prices for farmland real estate in the state increased 5.3% from 2020 to 2021, to $790 an acre
The Center SquareMarch 31, 2022
Department of Agriculture Warns Of Highly Contagious Bird Flu In Johnson County
The discovery of a highly contagious bird disease among a flock of ducks in Johnson County has state officials warning people with poultry to keep their birds away from wild birds.
March 30, 2022