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Five questions on toll roads with Wyoming Senator Michael Von Flatern
State Sen. Michael Von Flatern, R-Gillette, is one of a number of supporters of a proposal to make Interstate 80 a toll road. The senator expanded on his position during a recent question-and-answer session with Cowboy State Daily.
October 02, 2019
Fuel taxes pale in light of future electric travel
Fuel taxes alone cant keep pace with the cost of highway maintenance in a future with electric vehicles and fuel-efficient engines, Sen. Stephan Pappas, R-Cheyenne, said.
October 02, 2019
Statewide Broadband Summit Scheduled in Wyoming
According to BroadbandNow, the State of Wyoming is ranked 46th in the country for broadband connectivity.
October 01, 2019
Everything autumn celebrated at Sundance’s Pumpkin Patch Festival
A plethora of pumpkins and a collection of scarecrows can be seen on the streets of Sundance this weekend as the city hosts its annual Pumpkin Patch Festival.
October 01, 2019
Hits to coal prompt leaders to look elsewhere for development
As revenue from coal continues to decline, many people around the state are looking at new ways to use the states rich resource and think outside of the coal box for future portfolio diversification.
September 30, 2019
The World’s Gone Crazy Cotillion
Every now and then, my brain hits playback on the Waylon Jennings song The Worlds Gone Crazy (Cotillion) written by Jennings and Shel Silverstein. Last week the song was stuck in my head, as the lyrics are apropos to much current news.
Cat UrbigkitSeptember 30, 2019
Trade sector could use displaced coal miners, officials say
Business and government leaders around the Wyoming are scrambling to make sure Wyoming workers remain Wyoming workers as the jobs in the coal industry subside.
September 29, 2019
Bringing back Wyoming’s grand Cowboy Carousel
Arnette Tiller of Buffalo, Wyoming is leading the charge to restore the world's only cowboy and indian carousel and return it to operation in downtown Buffalo.
September 28, 2019
Veteran reporter, publisher to be president of national newspaper group
A longtime Wyoming newspaper reporter and publisher is about to become president of the countrys largest community newspaper association.
September 27, 2019
Wyoming ag dwindles as gross domestic product, but continues strong as cultural commodity
Once the subject of high expectations, Wyomings agriculture industry was plagued with obstacles from the outset.
September 26, 2019
Wyoming enters into deal to boost meat exports to Taiwan
An agreement between Wyoming and Taiwan signed earlier this week should increase the amount of Wyoming beef and lamb sold overseas, according to Gov. Mark Gordon.
September 25, 2019
Wyoming Native in Charge of BLM: Can He Transfer Federal Lands to States?
The transfer of federal lands to Western states, once championed by President Donald Trumps Bureau of Land Management acting director, would be a challenge as tall as Gannett Peak, say natural resource experts who have looked at the issue.
September 25, 2019
Kanye holds ‘Sunday Service’ in Cody
One of Codys newest residents introduced himself to the community on Sunday with a Sunday Service attended by thousands.
September 24, 2019
Excavate an artifact at Gillette’s “Archaeology Fair”
Some hands-on experience with archaeology awaits those who visit Gillettes Rockpile Museum this weekend.
September 24, 2019
Ransomware attack still affecting Campbell County Health
A ransomware virus attack on Campbell County Health continued to plague its computer network, causing disruptions in service to Campbell County Hospital and connected systems on Monday.
September 24, 2019
Cody marks 38th annual western arts celebration
More than 107 artists had their work displayed in Cody recently as the community celebrated its 38th annual Rendezvous Royale, a week-long celebration of western art.
September 23, 2019
The Nature of Conflict: Managing Wildlife Damage
I spent last week in our nation's capital, one of 20 citizens from around the country gathered to serve on the national advisory committee for USDA Wildlife Services. The committees job is to provide recommendations to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Purdue, on policies and program issues necessary to manage damage caused by depredating wildlife to safeguard our nation's resources and safeguard public health and safety. Since Wildlife Services is tasked with resolving wildlife conflicts, much of what we discussed was about conflict.
Cat UrbigkitSeptember 23, 2019
Longtime sports reporter joins Game and Fish
Longtime Wyoming sports reporter Robert Gagliardi has left the world of newspapers for a position with the state Game and Fish Department.
September 22, 2019
Ransomware attack shuts down computer network at Campbell County Health
A ransomware virus shut down the Campbell County Health computer system on Friday, forcing the Campbell County Memorial Hospital to direct incoming emergency patients to other facilities, according to the health systems website.
September 21, 2019
Honoring the unclaimed: US Veterans’ remains laid to rest In Evansville
The unclaimed cremated remains of 23 United States soldiers were interred with full military honors at the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery in Evansville this week.
September 20, 2019
Four Wyoming school districts approve policies allowing teachers to arm themselves
Of the 48 school districts in Wyoming, four have adopted policies allowing staff to carry firearms on school district property, and a fifth district is considering the option.
September 19, 2019
Revenue Committee looks again at corporate income tax
A legislative committee is once again studying a proposal to impose an income tax on so-called big box stores.
September 18, 2019
September Song: One Shot memories remind why I love this month so much
To me, September in Wyoming means it is time for the annual One Shot Antelope Hunt in Lander, Wyoming.
Bill SniffinSeptember 18, 2019
Top singer-songwriters to compete in Ten Sleep
Fans of Wyoming music will want to be in Ten Sleep this weekend for the states second annual Singer-Songwriter Competition.
September 17, 2019