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Natrona County Deputies Honored For Saving Life Of Bar Nunn Fireman
Two Natrona County Sheriff deputies were honored last week for saving the life of a Bar Nunn fireman who suffered a "widowmaker" heart attack. The deputies kept the fireman's heart going until emergency personnel arrived.
Wendy CorrNovember 16, 2022
Colorado Man Says He Wants To Desecrate Grave of Former Wyoming Gov. Ed Herschler
An Englewood, Colorado, man whose great-grandfather helped build the Wyoming Capitol says efforts to establish a passenger line between Denver and Salt Lake City through Wyoming were torpedoed by then-Gov. Ed Herschler, leaving him broke and still angry.
Mark HeinzNovember 16, 2022
Shoshoni âFast Laneâ Getting Big Upgrade With New Building, Gas Pumps, Fast Food, Liquor Store
The Shoshoni "Fast Lane" store is well-known to travelers in central Wyoming. The popular location is getting a huge upgrade with a much bigger building, more gas pumps, fast food, and a liquor store.
Wendy CorrNovember 14, 2022
Obituary: Bruce Kunz Of Cheyenne
Bruce R. Kunz, 88, of Cheyenne, WY, went home to be with his heavenly father on November 7, 2022 in his home.
November 14, 2022
Obituary: Former Wyoming State Sen. Jerry Geis
Former President of the Wyoming State Senate Jerry Geis died at the age of 89 on November 2, 2022.
November 14, 2022
Another Rally Give Wyoming Cowboys Bronze Boot in 14-13 Win at Colorado State
The Wyoming Cowboys rallied back from a 10-point deficit to defeat the Colorado State Rams by a score of 14-13 on Saturday evening to win the Bronze Boot.
Nick SeemanNovember 14, 2022
John Denverâs âTake Me Home, Country Roadsâ Breaks Out At NFL Game In Germany
70,000 NFL fans in Munich, Germany singing John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" on Sunday was awesome.
November 13, 2022
New Fallen Veterans Memorial Displays Names Of More Than 1,670 Wyoming Soldiers
More than 1,670 names of fallen veterans from Wyoming are displayed on the newest statewide memorial -- the Fallen Veterans Memorial -- which will be unveiled in Casper on Saturday.
Renée JeanNovember 11, 2022
Federal Judge Rules Against Bidenâs $400 Billion Student Loan Forgiveness Program
A federal judge ruled that President Biden overstepped his authority in forgiving $400 billion in student loan debt, stating, In this country, we are not ruled by an all-powerful executive with a pen and a phone.
Clair McFarlandNovember 11, 2022
Wyoming Veteran, Former Fire Chief Wins On âWheel of Fortuneâ
After appearing on Wheel of Fortune this week, Casper's Gary Wood said things that looked easy in his living room were not as easy in the studio.
Renée JeanNovember 11, 2022
Working For 5 Presidents, Wyomingâs Connie Gerrard Had Front-Row Seat Through History
As a young woman in the 1960s, Connie Gerrard left the safety of her hometown of Evanston to make a career in the White House working for five presidents from Johnson through Reagan.
Wendy CorrNovember 10, 2022
What A Way To Go: âKrapp Strappâ No. 1 Way For Wyo Outdoorsmen To Do No. 2, Inventor Says
Karl Brauneis, a retired forester from Lander, told Cowboy State Daily that he thought the Krapp Strapps design was ingenious but would probably continue to just search for "a good log."
Mark HeinzNovember 10, 2022
Pair Of Sweetwater County Incumbents Upset In General Election
Rep. Chad Banks' loss strips the Democratic Party of the last representation it had in Sweetwater County, historically a bastion for the party in the state.
Leo WolfsonNovember 09, 2022
California Sells $2 Billion Powerball Winner; Wyoming Shut Out Again
Lottery officials announced Tuesday that a winning $2 billion Powerball ticket was sold in California. Wyoming remains one of four states that participate in the lottery that hasn't had a winner.
Renée JeanNovember 08, 2022
Sheridan Senior Runs For 517 Yards, Sets New Wyoming State Rushing Record
Had he posted it in the NFL, Colson Coons stat line wouldve obliterated all fantasy football records. The Sheridan running back set a new Wyoming record with 517 yards Friday against Cheyenne Central.
Greg JohnsonNovember 08, 2022
Wyoming Powerball Sales Breaking Records In Chance To Win $1.9 Billion Jackpot
Despite the astronomical odds, more people than ever before are purchasing Powerball tickets in Wyoming for the chance to win $1.9 billion.
Renée JeanNovember 07, 2022
Chinese Company Sells Jackson Hole Resort To American Company For $315 Million
A Chinese company has sold the Four Seasons Resort and Residences in Jackson, Wyoming to an American company for $315 million.
November 07, 2022
Paralyzed Woman Who Inspired Netflix Movie âWalk. Ride. Rodeo.â In Wyoming This Week
It was on a drive through Wyoming in 2010 when an up-and-coming rodeo star crashed her truck and lost use of her legs. What followed was an inspirational journey of faith, determination and work to disprove the doctors who said shed never ride again.
Renée JeanNovember 07, 2022
Worland Man Packs 1,000-Pound Pumpkins With Explosives, Then Shoots Them With AR-15
Jay Richard, a small business owner from Worland who hosts the Wyoming State Pumpkin Weigh-Off every year, said goodbye to his 1,000-pound pumpkins this weekend with an AR-15 and lots of explosives.
November 07, 2022
Remote Wyoming Road A Winter Lifeline For Yellowstone Towns
For residents of Mammoth, Wyoming, and Cooke City, Montana, the Old Gardiner Road is more than a historic stagecoach trail, its the only way in and out for them during winter. Its also the only lifeline for the areas winter tourism industry.
Renée JeanNovember 06, 2022
A Room Full Of Tarantulas? Wyoming Firefighter Says âAbsolutely!â
KeeGan Johnson, a Rawlins firefighter, and his family want to bust some of the myths about tarantulas, saying theyre not the malevolent monsters Hollywood makes them out to be. Theyre teddy bears, he says.
Greg JohnsonNovember 05, 2022
Motorsports Dealer Says Heâs Committed To Bringing Adult Barbie Jeep Racing To Wyoming
Barbie Jeep Racing or grown adults cramming themselves into childrens toy plastic vehicles and careening down hills has taken off in several states. A Cheyenne motorsports dealer said he wants Wyoming to be next.
Mark HeinzNovember 04, 2022
Hurricane-Destroyed Bowling Center In Louisiana Breathes New Life Into Worland Bowling Alley
When Hurricane Ida destroyed an iconic bowling center in Louisiana in 2021, it didn't destroy its legacy. Like an organ donor, parts of the business gave new life to a bowling alley coincidentally known as "Hurricane Lanes" in Worland, Wyoming.
Wendy CorrNovember 04, 2022
High Voltage Hogs: Some Wyoming Riders Warming Up To Electric Motorcycles
While it may seem sacrilegious to some, electric motorcycles are starting to gain a foothold. Even some Harley riders aren't totally opposed to the idea.
November 03, 2022