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Wyoming History: The 1983 Rampage That Killed A Gillette Cop And Family Of 4
On a cold December day in 1983, a Wyoming power plant workerâs jealous anger boiled over into a violent and deadly rampage. He used automatic weapons and pipe bombs, killing a family of four, then a Gillette cop in an ambush before killing himself.
Dale KillingbeckApril 05, 2025
The American West: Thomas âBroken Handâ Fitzpatrick Helps Open The West
Solid, dependable, fearless, and trusted by Indians and whites alike, Thomas Fitzpatrick made a wide circle in his travels in the West from 1823 until his death in 1854, leading fur brigades, pioneers, and explorers, and brokering deals with tribal leaders.
Candy MoultonApril 05, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Morning Show â Saturday, April 5, 2025
It's the Saturday morning show with John Baggett from 6-10AM.
Jake NicholsApril 05, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Morning Show â Saturday, April 5, 2025
It's the Saturday morning show with John Baggett from 6-10AM.
Jake NicholsApril 05, 2025
The Roundup: A Conversation With Author Dana Volney
This week, host Wendy Corr has a conversation with Casper author Dana Volney, whose novella "A Heart For the Holidays" is being adapted for a movie, starring Jen Lilley, Kathleen Quinlan and Michelle Hurd.
Wendy CorrApril 05, 2025
Venezuelan Illegal Immigrant Caught, Charged In Sheridan ATM Hacking
A Venezuelan illegal immigrant accused of a hacking heist on a Sheridan ATM was on the run for three months before being caught, then elevated to felony-level court Wednesday. Heâs one of three Venezuelans involved, court documents say.
Clair McFarlandApril 04, 2025
Meet Kaleb Yager â Sheridanâs Ambassador Of Easter And Good Vibes
Kaleb Yager is an autistic Sheridan man who creates over-the-top outdoor scenes for Easter and other holidays. It began when a little boy kept crying when he went to the school across the street, so Kaleb gave him something to look forward to.
Amber SteinmetzApril 04, 2025
During Brutal Winter Die-Off, Antelope Got Lost, Trapped By Fences And Roads
Many of the antelope that froze or starved during the brutal winter of 2022-2023 got lost and died after they hit fences they couldnât cross, according to a new University of Wyoming-led study.
Mark HeinzApril 04, 2025
Grizzly Killed A Man In Yellowstone In 1916, So They Blew It Up With Dynamite
The first documented fatal grizzly attack in Yellowstone National Park was in 1916 by a bear dubbed Old Two Toes. Federal workers responded by blowing the grizzly into oblivion using a garbage barrel booby-trapped with dynamite.
Mark HeinzApril 04, 2025
Jonathan Lange: An Enemy Demoralized Us; Love For The Truth Can Reverse That
Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, "The Soviet Union collapsed in 1991 but the enemy didnât go away. Satan is the ultimate demoralizer. And he is alive and well - attacking the truth so that you would turn to cheap counterfeits."
Jonathan LangeApril 04, 2025
Dennis Sun: "Whiskey Is For Drinking, Water Is For Fightingâ Has Never Been Truer
Ag columnist Dennis Sun writes, "By a stroke of a pen, the EPA deemed potholes, farmerâs fields, and small ponds as navigable waters. These waters were no more navigable than a bathtub full of water. The radical environmentalists loved it."
Dennis SunApril 04, 2025
UW President Faces Backlash Over Effort To Fund Partner's School, Deanâs Ousting
UW President Ed Seidel is facing backlash after the demotion of a popular dean of engineering. Detractors say the president backed a failed effort to send engineering money to a UW school his partner runs, and the demotion of the dean who stood in the way.
Clair McFarlandApril 04, 2025
Last Summerâs Wildfires Still Devastating For Wyoming Ranchers
Wildfires burned up huge amounts of hay and forage for Wyoming ranches last year, and the aftermath is nearly as dire. Ranchers start a new season still devastated by the fires.
Renée JeanApril 04, 2025
Cheyenne Primed For More Huge Data Centers As Artificial Intelligence Explodes
A large data center logistics company is touting Cheyenne as the ideal home for the nationâs next major data center. That could position the city for an explosion of Artificial Intelligence and data centers.
Renée JeanApril 04, 2025
Yellowstone's First âRed Dogâ Bison Calf Of 2025 Comes Early
Yellowstone's first bison calf of 2025 was spotted in the Lamar Valley on Sunday, making it an early addition to the park's bison herds. A Wyoming photographer got photos of the first âred dogâ of the season.
Andrew RossiApril 04, 2025
Wyoming Pro Rodeo Cowboy Dies In Bull Riding Event In Texas
A pro rodeo bull rider from Pavillion, Wyoming, died Thursday night when a bull stepped on him during an event in Texas. Friends and family of Dylan Grant say theyâre shocked and saddened by the news.
Clair McFarlandApril 04, 2025
Guest Column: You Bet I Signed That Letter In Defense Of The Judiciary
Guest Columnist Susan Stubson writes: "Are there bad judges? No question. But the way to get rid of them is not to inflame the electorate with evidence-free claims and make threats to judgesâ personal safety. There are mechanisms already in place to weed out rogues from within."
CSD StaffApril 04, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake â Friday, April 4, 2025
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsApril 04, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Friday, April 4, 2025
Friday's headlines include: * Paralyzed Laramie Firefighter Recovering * Riverton Teen Finds Live Hand Grenades * Gray, Gordon Spar Over Wind Farms
Wendy CorrApril 04, 2025
Chuck Gray, Gov. Gordon Squabble Over Approval Of Wind Farms
Tempers flared again Thursday between Gov. Mark Gordon and Secretary of State Chuck Gray. This time they squabbled over two wind farm projects that will lease state land in Niobrara and Converse counties if given final approval.
Leo WolfsonApril 04, 2025
The American West: Black Hills Entrepreneur Started Off Poor And Shoeless
Frederick Taft Evans Sr., at 6-foot-4 and barrel-chested, was more than just physically big. The entrepreneur also had big ideas for the development of Hot Springs, Dakota Territory. But in the fall of 1856, Evans he was broke and barefoot, and chopping wood for $1 per cord.
Peggy SandersApril 03, 2025
Itâs Not Spring In Wyoming Until Bob The Barrel Breaks Through Fremont Lake Ice
Itâs not spring in Wyoming until the cheerful yellow barrel named Bob in the middle of Fremont Lake breaks through the ice. Guessing when stuff breaks through the ice is a Pinedale tradition that goes back at least 85 years.
Andrew RossiApril 03, 2025
Wyoming Vets Say Riverton Grenades For Training â Still Nothing To Play Around With
Wyoming veterans who spoke to Cowboy State Daily say the grenades a teen found in Riverton Wednesday look like they're for training. But that doesnât mean they canât be dangerous, and it's good that his family called police.
Clair McFarlandApril 03, 2025
Laramie Firefighter Crushed In House Fire Determined To Make A Full Recovery
Laramie firefighter Dylan Schilt was left temporarily paralyzed when a massive stone chimney chase collapsed on him and a colleague on Feb. 28. He said Thursday he plans to make a full recovery.
Mark HeinzApril 03, 2025