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Golden Globes: Taking Our Licks From Hollywood

PEACOCKS: The annual award show season always good for a horse laugh out here in Deepest Frozen-Tundra Flyover Country - kicked off last week with the Golden Globe Awards.

Dave SimpsonJanuary 11, 2020

Arizona Bowl was Wyoming Triumph, but also for Tuscon Local Charities

The Cowboys scored a 38-17 win over Georgia State of the Sun Belt Conference on the field, but thats not all. Some 10,000 Brown and Gold clad fans helped propel Tucson Bowl beer sales to a new record.

January 11, 2020

Wyo Tech School Founder Eric Trowbridge to Speak at National Tech Summit

Eric Trowbridge, the founder of a Cheyenne technology school aimed at introducing students to computer programming, plans to tell attendees at a national technology conference that technology can work in rural America. Trowbridge, founder and CEO of the Array Technology and Design School, will be one of the speakers at the Silicon Slopes Tech Summit…

January 10, 2020

Former Wyoming Governor Matt Mead joins Cheyenne law firm

Former Wyoming Governor Matt Mead has joined a Cheyenne law firm as a partner, the firm announced Thursday. Mead, a Republican who served two terms as Wyomings governor, has joined the law firm of Hathaway & Kunz. The firm, in a news release, said Mead would continue his work to diversify Wyomings economy by bringing…

January 09, 2020

Wyo State Representative: America First Means Bringing Troops Home, Not Starting Another ‘Forever War’

With tensions high in the Middle East, now is the time to increase efforts to bring U.S. troops home, according to Wyoming State Representative Tyler Lindholm who has been a vocal supporter of ending military involvement in the region.

January 09, 2020

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How Private Weather Companies Work with the National Weather Service

Ever wonder how private weather entities like Wyoming's DayWeather or AccuWeather works with the National Weather Service?

January 08, 2020

Hurricane Winds Can’t Stop Commercial Air Service From Cheyenne to Dallas

With local, state, and federal help, a brand new terminal had been built in Cheyenne for what appeared to be non-existent airlines. It was seemingly a Wyoming version of the famous Alaska bridge to nowhere.

Bill SniffinJanuary 08, 2020

How the Wyoming Legislature builds the state budget: A primer

On Feb. 10, the 2020 Budget Session of the Wyoming Legislature officially begins, one that could be somber and frustrating -- considering Gov. Mark Gordon has told lawmakers that after mandated expenses they only have around $23.5 million to play with.

January 07, 2020

Shoshoni to host annual all-women’s rabbit hunt on Saturday

A longtime all-womens hunting competition will enter its 41st year on Saturday as teams take part in the Wyoming Womens 5-Shot Rabbit Hunt near Shoshoni.

January 07, 2020

The Value of Rural Subdivisions

Rural subdivisions suffer from love/hate status. While many residents hate to see fragmentation of rural land, many other people dream of living on a few acres outside of town.

Cat UrbigkitJanuary 06, 2020

Former Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal Portrait Unveiled

Former Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal joined family and friends on Friday to be presented his official portrait.

January 06, 2020

Historian publishes book about Nimitz visit to Cody

A Cody historian has turned his attention to a visit to the area by a famous World War II naval officer.

Wendy CorrJanuary 05, 2020

Actual Capitol remodel costs just higher than estimates

After nearly two decades of setting aside funds and working on design and construction, renovations to the state Capitol and Herschler State Office Building are nearly complete, a Wyoming State Construction Department spokesperson said.

January 04, 2020

Group opposing death penalty opens Wyoming chapter

An organization made up of political conservatives seeking an end to the death penalty opened a chapter in Wyoming this week.

January 03, 2020

Welcome to Carbon County ‘Get Your West On!’

Carbon County is 7,897 square miles from the mountains to the deserts. It is known for its rich natural resources, gorgeous mountains, scenic vistas and pristine rivers and streams.

January 03, 2020

West’s influence on Cody grows

The influence of rapper Kanye West on the community of Cody continues to grow after his purchase of a ranch in Park County.

Wendy CorrJanuary 02, 2020

Looking ahead: What 2020 will mean for Cowboy State

I can see clearly now the year 2020 will emerge as one of the most important years in Wyomings history as various trends emerge.

Bill SniffinJanuary 01, 2020

President Donald Trump swept Wyoming in 2016: Will 2020 be a redux?

In 2016, President Donald Trump cruised to victory in Wyoming, winning around 70 percent of the popular vote and every county except Teton one of the highest victory margins in the country. Will 2020 be any different?

January 01, 2020

Laramie Lions Club holds first ice fishing derby of the new year

For the angler who likes to catch his or her fish through the ice, this weekend will offer up the first opportunity of the new year to compete in an ice fishing derby.

December 31, 2019

Wyoming’s first ‘SantaCon’ held in Cody

Santa Claus big night may be past for 2019, but before his trip around the world, a party in his honor was held in Cody.

December 30, 2019

Resolve to Childish Rules

With the ringing-in of a new year, its that time when we feel the need to make resolutions, most of which are quickly broken. I know, I know; this time its going to be different. Really? Ive of the mind that rather than making new resolutions, we adults need to revisit and relearn some of the vital lessons of childhood.

Cat UrbigkitDecember 30, 2019

Cheyenne stages ninth ‘Ball Drop’ for New Year’s

A nine-year tradition of welcoming the new year with a large, glittering ball will be observed again in Cheyenne this week.