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How Lois Herbst Became Wyoming ‘Ranching Royalty’ And Remains An Industry Pioneer
Lois Herbst of Riverton remains the only woman ever to serve as president of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association. At nearly 90, shes still a vocal advocate for ranchers.
Wendy CorrJanuary 02, 2023
2022 In Wyoming Defined By Conflict, Inflation, Change And Prosperity
It was a year of conflict and change for many, but no matter how great their losses, they still gathered with loved ones and friends and sometimes even strangers to celebrate the Cheyenne Ball Drop at the Depot Plaza on Saturday night.
Renée JeanJanuary 02, 2023
For Cheyenne’s ‘Hat Guy’ Nothing Special Is The Best New Year’s Eve Tradition
Senon Estavillo, aka the Hat Guy at a Cheyenne Walmart, just spent time with his children playing Minecraft for New Years Eve. Its has become their New Years tradition.
Renée JeanJanuary 02, 2023
Wyoming Cowboys Fans Have Mixed Reviews Of Barstool Sports Announcers In Arizona Bowl
Some Wyoming viewers of the Arizona Bowl sponsored by Barstool Sports thought the announcers were hilarious. Others thought they were juvenile and belonged in a frat house.
Greg JohnsonJanuary 01, 2023
Cowboy State Daily In 2022: A Year Of Ups And Downs
Like anything in life, it was a roller coaster for Cowboy State Daily in 2022. Tremendous highs and a tremendous low. Our readership exploded, we became the largest newsroom in the state, and our newsletter topped 40,000 subscribers.
Jimmy OrrDecember 31, 2022
‘Hasn’t Set In Yet,’ Says Widow Of Wyoming EMT Killed Last Week While On Duty
Closure wont be easy for Ashley Harris, whose EMT husband Tyeler Harris was killed when a semitrailer plowed into his ambulance while responding to a crash on Interstate 80 on Dec. 21.
Greg JohnsonDecember 31, 2022
Wyoming Police Officer Restores 1957 Chevy Bel Air As Police Cruiser
For many classic car buffs, a restored 1957 Chevy Bel Air would be the jewel of their collection. Thermopolis Police Officer Dood Jaussaud not only found one, he restored it to its original glory while also equipping it to function as a police cruiser.
Wendy CorrDecember 31, 2022
Wyoming Falls 30-27 in Overtime to Ohio in Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl
In one of the most exciting finishes of the college bowl season, the Wyoming Cowboys took a 24-21 lead with 2:08 remaining in regulation, but the Ohio Bobcats came back to send the game to overtime with a 56-yard field goal with only four seconds remaining.
Tim HarkinsDecember 31, 2022
Buford, Wyoming, Population Zero Is About To See A Major Expansion (And Maybe A Resident)
The town of Buford, Wyoming the highest community on Interstate 80 at 8,000 feet is known for having the lowest price gasoline in the state. Soon it will have lanes for semi-trucks with diesel fuel too.
December 30, 2022
Doomsday Theorist Says World Will Blow Up Soon; Will Speak In Cheyenne In January If Earth Still Exists
Although he has very little, if any, support in the scientific community, a doomsday theorist from Colorado says the Earth will be devastated by a massive thermonuclear explosion very soon. He is scheduled to speak in Cheyenne on January 7 if the world hasn't exploded by then.
Leo WolfsonDecember 30, 2022
Wyomingites Favorite Swear Word is “Sh*t,” According to National Study
Wyoming has a higher-than-average rating for the use of profanity and use the word "sh*t" the most, according to a national study. Montana and Colorado favor the f-bomb while Utahans, when they're really angry say "hell" the most.
Mark HeinzDecember 30, 2022
17-Year-Old Gillette Basketball Player Dies Unexpectedly On Monday
17-year-old Max Sorenson suffered a medical event at his home Monday and was pronounced dead at Campbell County Memorial Hospital. Authorities say it's not a suicide, homicide or anything to do with illicit drugs but "more of a medical condition."
Clair McFarlandDecember 29, 2022
Casper Events Center: 40 Years Of Rock, Rallies And Rodeo
From Black Sabbath to championship rodeo to last springs Trump rally, the opening of the Casper Events Center 40 years ago signaled the beginning of a new era as Wyomingites finally had their own space to hold large concerts, major conferences and sporting events.
Wendy CorrDecember 29, 2022
Wyoming Travelers Among Thousands Stranded By Southwest Airlines
Some Wyomingites never made it to their destinations while others found finding alternative routes to their destinations a logistical nightmare.
Renée JeanDecember 29, 2022
Plane Slides Off Runway At Rock Springs Airport After Encountering Black Ice Conditions
Icy conditions led a near-capacity United flight with nearly 50 people on board to slide off a runway while landing at the southwest Wyoming airport Tuesday night.
Leo WolfsonDecember 28, 2022
On The Turnoff To Devils Tower, Donna’s Diner Is The Place To Be In Moorcroft
A Moorcroft community hub for nearly 60 years, Donnas Diner is for sale, but regulars confident the towns only café still has plenty of life left.
Renée JeanDecember 28, 2022
Pay Fines With Food? Interesting Idea, Say Wyoming Courts and Food Banks
A municipal court in Butte, Montana, allows some criminal offenders to donate to food banks in lieu of paying fines. Some Wyoming authorities say its a good idea but it wouldn't necessarily but in a town's interest because they need the money.
Wendy CorrDecember 28, 2022
Suspects Roll Car After Leading Law Enforcement On 30-Mile High Speed Chase In Albany/Laramie Counties
Suspects involved in a theft out of Laramie led Wyoming Highway Patrol and the Albany County Sheriff's department on a 30-mile high speed chase before rolling their car because they couldn't handle the exit ramp.
Clair McFarlandDecember 27, 2022
EMTs Hit By Truck Honored With Motorcade By Carbon County Emergency Responders
A motorcade of emergency vehicles in Carbon County on Monday honored EMTs Tyeler Harris and Tiffany Gruetzmacher. Harris was killed and Gruetzmacher suffered serious injuries when a semi-truck hit them in a snowstorm as they were responding to a two-vehicle accident.
Leo WolfsonDecember 27, 2022
Casper’s Tom Browning Pitched At Highest Levels Of Baseball, Remained Humble Son Of Wyoming
The Cincinnati Reds' Tom Browning, the World Series champ who pitched the 12th perfect game in Major League Baseball history, is remembered by Wyoming friends and family as the same guy theyd known their whole lives.
Leo WolfsonDecember 26, 2022
Gillette’s Frontier Auto Museum Stuffed Full Of Rare And Vintage Cars Restored To Show-Quality Perfection
Jeff Wandler of Gillette bought an old Ford dealership and turned a family love of collecting into a world-class auto museum.
Renée JeanDecember 26, 2022
A Lump Of Coal From Santa Was Once A Positive Thing, Then People Started Taking Energy For Granted
A stocking full of coal wasnt always a bad thing. Back when energy sources weren't as plentiful, coal was viewed as a positive gift. Then people took it for granted and coal became demonized.
December 24, 2022
More Than 1 Million Reasons To Enjoy The Christmas Season In Gillette
This northeast Wyoming citys free Festival of Lights at its Cam-plex Park has grown into an event that attracts thousands of cars each year for a free display that features multiple scenes, holiday music and even a drive-in Christmas theater.
Renée JeanDecember 24, 2022
With One EMT Killed and Another Critical, Wyoming Responds With ‘Broken Hearts’
Less than 36 hours after a semitrailer plowed into a Carbon County ambulance, killing one EMT and critically injuring another, a pair of GoFundMe efforts have raised more than $70,000.
Greg JohnsonDecember 24, 2022