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Cheyenne Brothers Build Multi-Million Dollar International âSlimeâ Business
What started as a hobby for Cheyenne brothers Mark and Joe Whiteaker has turned into a multi-million dollar international "slime" business. Their products sell in more than 800 locations across the world.
Renée JeanNovember 03, 2022
Riverton Police Find Three Naked Children, 30 Snakes Responding To Call About âErraticâ Woman
Police on Tuesday arrested a combative 33-year-old mother in Riverton who threatened to shoot officers with a crossbow, and rushed her three unclothed children, her geckos, dog, cat and 30 snakes to safe places.
Clair McFarlandNovember 02, 2022
Election Day âBlood Moon,â Lunar Eclipse May Get Snowed Out In Wyoming
Not only is next Tuesday election day, but a "blood moon" lunar eclipse will be visible in Wyoming as well. That is, if the weather cooperates and it's not looking good right now.
Clair McFarlandNovember 01, 2022
Review: âThe Osmonds!â Musical Is Really Quite Entertaining
Cowboy State Daily's Wendy Corr, who reported on Wyoming resident Jay Osmond's musical "The Osmonds!" premiering in England earlier this year, attended a performance while oversees and shares her thoughts on the show.
Wendy CorrNovember 01, 2022
Wyoming Horse Is Now Police Officer In New York Police Departmentâs Mounted Patrol
Gomez, a wild mustang born into the Salt Wells Creek herd near Green River nine years ago, is now a police officer In the New York City Police Departments mounted unit.
Wendy CorrOctober 31, 2022
Yellowstone Ghosts: The Light Above Mammoth Hot Springs
If you find yourself in Mammoth Hot Springs after dark, look all around the horizon at the hills. You may be able to spot the light of Ed Wilsons unrequited love for Mary Henderson, a love that endures still today.
Jen MignardOctober 30, 2022
Flamethrowers: One More Reason Why Wyoming Is Better Than California
A Sheridan resident who recently moved from California said hes ecstatic to have the freedom to enjoy using his flamethrower here, which he couldnt do in his former home state.
Mark HeinzOctober 28, 2022
Wyoming Legislators Optimistic, Cautious About Elon Muskâs Takeover Of Twitter
Wyoming State Sen. Cheri Steinmetz on Friday said she applauded anyone who will protect the arena of free speech and as long as Elon Musk does that, "it's a good thing."
Clair McFarlandOctober 28, 2022
With Musket That Fired First Shot At Bunker Hill, Wyoming Military Museum Is More Than Vehicles
The $100 million National Museum of Military Vehicles in Dubois is best known for housing 500 fully restored military vehicles, artillery pieces, naval vessels and aircraft. But it also has 200-plus historically significant firearms on display, including the rifle that fired the first shot at Bunker Hill
Renée JeanOctober 28, 2022
Federal Building In Cheyenne Named After First Woman To Vote In Wyoming And In America
A federal building in Cheyenne was named for Louisa Swain on Thursday. She was not only the first woman in Wyoming to cast a vote in 1870, but also the first woman in America.
Leo WolfsonOctober 28, 2022
After âSexualizationâ Controversy, Gillette Public Library Cuts Ties With American Library Association
Noting the presence of sexually graphic books in the children's and teens' sections of the public library, the Campbell County Library board voted to cut ties with the American Library Association. One of the contested books shows a cartoon character who is 8 1/2 years old, masturbating in a bathtub.
Clair McFarlandOctober 27, 2022
12-Foot Giant Skeleton Creator Says He Enjoys Creativity Of Owners
The creator of the enormously popular 12-foot giant skeleton aka Skelly told Cowboy State Daily he knew the huge novelty would be popular. Many owners leave "Skelly" up all year because it's so huge.
Renée JeanOctober 26, 2022
Those Arenât Nazi Swastikas On That Building In Downtown Thermopolis
The Thermopolis Chamber of Commerce often gets questions about the swastikas near the top of a building in its downtown.
Wendy CorrOctober 25, 2022
Wyoming Kids Come Up With, Pitch Business Ideas At Young Entrepreneur Pitch Challenge
From one girls idea to sell her farms sheep manure to a group of students mentoring middle schoolers to transition to high school, annual Youth Pitch Challenge showcases creative Wyoming business models.
Renée JeanOctober 25, 2022
Bad To The Bone: Wyoming Joins Giant Skeleton Craze
Giant 12-ft skeletons are selling out of stores all over the country as placing gigantic skeletons in front yards has become a craze.
Renée JeanOctober 24, 2022
Big Hat Ranch Inspires Artists From Around Wyoming And The West
The picturesque setting of the Big Hat Ranch 15 miles southwest of Cody is a draw for artists of all mediums, and the ranchs philanthropic owner, Naoma Tate, nurtures the gifts of those who are invited guests.
Wendy CorrOctober 24, 2022
Wyoming Improves To 5-3 With 28-14 Win Over Utah State on Homecoming
The Wyoming Cowboys led from start to finish on Saturday night to win their fifth game of the season in a 28-14 home victory over Utah State on Homecoming.
Jimmy OrrOctober 23, 2022
Wyoming Ghosts: Runaway Train, Haunting Horse Among 30 Years Of Spooky Tales On Frightseeing Tour
For three decades, Val Martin and her father have not only retold some Cheyennes most unexplainable and spooky stories, she also researches them in the Wyoming State Archives. But some reports just cant be explained.
Renée JeanOctober 23, 2022
Unlike San Francisco, It Does Not Cost $1.7 Million To Build A Public Toilet In Wyoming
It takes $1.7 million and more than two years to build a one-toilet public restroom in San Francisco. Meanwhile, Gillette built a six-toilet heated bathroom with a paved parking lot in weeks for less than $225,000.
October 21, 2022
Big Horn Football Team Wears Names Of Rylee McCollum, 12 Other Slain Marines On Football Helmets
The Big Horn High School football program has been part of the Heroes on Helmets program since 2018, and this season theyre honoring the 13 Marines killed in a suicide bombing last year in Afghanistan, including Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum of Jackson.
Wendy CorrOctober 21, 2022
Wyoming Ghosts: Theatre Teacher Still Haunts Cody High School Auditorium
A startling vision, ghostly voices coming from drains and lights that turn themselves on and off are evidence, some say, that the ghost of longtime Cody High School theatre director Wynona Thompson haunts the auditorium that bears her name.
Wendy CorrOctober 19, 2022
This Yearâs Fall Foliage In Wyoming Is Spectacular And Itâs Still On Display
The fall colors usually don't last this long in Wyoming because of weather. There are a number of places all across the state to enjoy the foliage. But hurry up, inclement weather is on the way...
Renée JeanOctober 19, 2022
Yellowstone Ghosts: Mattie Culver Died But She Never LeftâŠ
Tucked behind a small copse of trees where the Firehole Hotel burned down in 1891, lies a solitary unmaintained grave marked by a weathered white marble headstone...
Jen MignardOctober 19, 2022
Wyoming Author C.J. Box Rides Wave Of Success
Wyoming author C.J. Box has written 31 novels since he started writing them 23 years ago. His latest "Treasure State" is another best-seller. Plus, he's got his two TV shows as well.
Wendy CorrOctober 19, 2022