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How The Wyoming Legislature Builds the State Budget: A Primer
On Monday, the 2020 Budget Session of the Wyoming Legislature begins, one that could be somber and frustrating -- considering Gov. MGordon has told lawmakers that they only have around $23.5 million to work with.
February 08, 2020
Cody Students to Lobby Legislature on Vaping, Voyeurism, and College Tuition
A group of Cody high school students will be lobbying the Wyoming State Legislature.
Wendy CorrFebruary 08, 2020
Wyoming Coal Bankruptcies: Who is Responsible for Reclamation?
Since 2015, six coal companies operating in Wyoming have filed for bankruptcy, causing some to question who will be responsible for reclaiming the defunct operations mines.
February 07, 2020
Bill Sniffin: Terror Tales of Winter Driving on Wyomingâs Snow-Packed Roads
The Summit, Elk Mountain, and The Sisters on Interstate 80. Laramie Peak on Interstate 25. Separation Flats north of Rawlins. South Pass southwest of Lander. Antelope Flats north of Jackson. These are just a few of the places where anxious people drive during Wyomings often-horrible winter weather.
Bill SniffinFebruary 06, 2020
Liz Cheney: Nancy Pelosi Dishonored the House; She Owes America An Apology
Rep. Liz Cheney said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi owes the American people an apology for tearing up the State of the Union following the president's address.
February 06, 2020
âWyomingâ a Clue on Jeopardy Wednesday Night; Everyone Blows It
The State of Wyoming was included in the category State Songs on Jeopardy Wednesday night.
February 05, 2020
President Trump Asks Congress to Pass Sen. Barrassoâs Highway Bill
President Donald Trump recognized U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) on Tuesday night during his State of the Union address.
February 05, 2020
Sleeping Giant Ski Area to Close After Season Ends
The Yellowstone Recreations Foundation announced that the ski area would close for good after this springs ski season
Wendy CorrFebruary 05, 2020
Wyoming Weather: Don Day Forecast for Wednesday
Weve got a lot of tough sledding to get through here in Wyoming. If you are a snow lover, youll love this forecast for the next week to 10 days.
February 05, 2020
C.J. Boxâs âThe Highwayâ to Become Television Series
Wyoming author C.J. Box will have his book "The Highway" turned into a series on ABC Television for the 2020 - 2021 season.
February 04, 2020
WYDOT Spends 30% of Budget to Keep Wyoming Roads Clear During Winter
WYDOT annually maintains about 6,700 miles of road which will cost roughly $28 million this year on winter road maintenance about 30 percent of its annual budget.
February 04, 2020
Travel Wyoming: Skijoring in Saratoga
The Saratoga Skijoring Races is this Saturday. In skijoring, a skier is pulled by a horse along a track marked by slalom turns, jumps and rings hung from ropes that are to be collected by the skier.
February 04, 2020
Dave Simpson: Strike âHeartlandâ From the OK List
Those of us who live in Flyover Country are in big trouble once again with our more evolved bi-coastal cousins.
Dave SimpsonFebruary 04, 2020
Wyomingâs Economy: Trona is Bright Spot for Wyoming Mining
Wyoming is home to the largest trona deposit in the U.S. 50 percent is exported to other countries and the demand is likely to increase.
February 03, 2020
Cat Urbigkit: Grizzly Bears, Cattle, and the Tangled Web of Activism
In more of the same-old-predictable strategy, there have been two notices of intent to sue over conflicts between grizzly bears and cattle in the Upper Green River region of the Bridger-Teton National Forest. Heres a quick overview of that issue, then were taking a deep dive into who is threatening to sue.
Cat UrbigkitFebruary 03, 2020
Don Day: How the Approaching Storm Will Impact Roads in Wyoming
Wyoming's weatherman Don Day says travelers in the Cowboy State should pay attention to the approaching winter storm as it is significant.
February 02, 2020
Wyomingâs Weird and Wacky Smith Mansion Finally Sells
The unusual Smith Mansion on the highway from Cody to Yellowstone has been sold to a company that owns several lodging businesses in the area.
February 02, 2020
Eating Wyoming: âOn the Hook Fish and Chipsâ Food Truck is a Wyoming Success
Did you know "On the Hook Fish and Chips" employs 65 people and has 11 food trucks? It's a great Wyoming success story.
Tim MandeseFebruary 02, 2020
Bill Sniffin: Here in Wyoming, Lives the Wealthiest Man in the World
We have all seen this Wyoming guy. He doesnt look rich. But if you examine his life and measure his level of happiness, there is a compelling argument he could very well be the richest man in the world.
Bill SniffinFebruary 02, 2020
Medicaid Expansion in Wyoming: Supporters, Opponents Debate
"We dont have that money," said State Rep. Bo Biteman. "We are scrambling, scratching and clawing, looking under the mattress for quarters. Were not in any position to grow our state government at all. We need to be cutting our government.
February 01, 2020
Transparency: State Ombudsman Should be Empowered to Resolve Public Record Disputes
Column: Wyoming lawmakers and Gov. Gordon deserve real credit for their efforts to improve citizens access to public records. But it was dismaying to hear last week that the office may actually have little power to sort out disputes.
February 01, 2020
Mark Gordon: U.S. to Buy Wyoming Uranium
Gov. Mark Gordon announced Friday morning in Lander that President Donald Trump put in his new budget the purchase of $150 million of domestic uranium to replenish military supplies. Wyoming is the largest producer of uranium of any state.
January 31, 2020
Sections of Interstate 80 in Wyoming Closed Due to Multiple Accidents
More accidents on Interstate 80 on Friday morning has led the to closure of the Interstate between Laramie and Cheyenne.
January 31, 2020
Wyo Highway Maintenance Costs: Semi-Trucks Extremely Hard on Highways
In comparing the effect of a truck on a road to a car, Ive heard a lot of numbers. The estimate range is anywhere from one truck equals 380 cars to one truck equals 4,000 cars. -- WYDOT Director Luke Reiner
January 31, 2020