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Guest Column: The US — And Wyoming — Can Easily Fall Behind China With AI
Cheyenne attorney and former state GOP chairman writes, “If China continues to innovate at the pace they’re currently moving, and we allow infrastructure challenges to hold us back, they will win the AI race.”
CSD StaffApril 02, 2025
Family Devastated After Missing Powell Man Found Dead
After a week of searching for Powell resident Clint White, 52, his family’s worst fears were realized Tuesday when he was found dead. No foul play is suspected, authorities report.
Jen KocherApril 02, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake — Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsApril 02, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Wednesday's headlines include: * Farmers Concerned About Drought * Controversial Cody LDS Temple Going Up Fast * Rock Springs Hires Goat Army To Clean Out Culverts
Wendy CorrApril 02, 2025
The American West: The Mormon Lad Who Died Stealing A Horse
Lot Huntington was on the run after stealing $800 from an Overland Mail strongbox at Townsend’s Stable in Salt Lake City, Utah, when he stole a horse that put a feared deputy U.S. Marshal on his trail and got him killed.
R.B. MillerApril 02, 2025
Candy Moulton: The Animal Snatching Wind Was No Match For The Sheriff's Office
Columnist Candy Moulton writes, "The wind was howling when a St. Louis family stopped at a rest stop on Interstate 80 near Creston Junction (imagine that!). When the son got of the vehicle, his favorite animal Dog went flying in the wind. When it got the report, the Carbon County Sheriff’s Office quickly launched a search and rescue operation."
Candy MoultonApril 01, 2025
Wyoming's Specialty License Plates Are Few, Similar And On Probation
There will be 21 specialty license plates available to Wyoming residents in 2025, even if most of them look similar. Compared to other states, Wyoming is next-to-last in number of available specialty plates.
Andrew RossiApril 01, 2025
Torrington Woman Accused Of Stealing $60K From Little League
A woman Torrington police say stole about $62,000 from the local Little League Association faces one count of felony theft and up to 10 years in prison. Her case will be heard in felony-level court, where she's scheduled for an April 23 arraignment.
Clair McFarlandApril 01, 2025
Prosecutor Challenges Release Of Twice-Deported Man With 18,000 Rounds Of Ammo
A federal prosecutor last week challenged the release of a twice-deported Mexican immigrant accused of carrying 18,000 rounds of ammunition through Wyoming. The bust indicates cartel activity, the prosecutor argued.
Clair McFarlandApril 01, 2025
Letter To The Editor: How Al Simpson Saved My Business And Career
Dear editor: The park superintendent interrogated me. He held a copy of my permit in front of me and threatened to tear it up. … The senator said, “I’m not one bit happy with the superintendent anyway. I’m going to call him right now!”
April 01, 2025
Large Focus Area, Almost Nothing To Go On Impacts Search For Missing Powell Man
Nearly a week after Powell resident Clint White, 52, disappeared from his home, his family and local police still have almost nothing to go on. Also impacting the search is a 30-mile radius area outside the city looking for his car.
Jen KocherApril 01, 2025
Rock Springs Hires Goat Army To Munch Its Way Through Clogged Canals
Rock Springs has weeds, brush and grass clogging vital drainage canals through the heart of town. An army of 300 goats has been let loose to gobble their way through.
Mark HeinzApril 01, 2025
Barrasso, Hageman Take Aim At Nationwide Injunctions Against Trump
Republicans in Congress, including Wyoming’s John Barrasso and Harriet Hageman, are considering legislation to rein in the power of federal district court judges. Some are mulling impeachment of judges, as well.
Sean BarryApril 01, 2025
Wyoming Farmers Fear Potential For Devastation From Drought
Drought is hurting farmers in southeast and central Wyoming, and the USDA is offering emergency loans. Many farmers are hoping that more rain is ahead and that they won’t need the assistance.
Renée JeanApril 01, 2025
As Construction Moves Fast, Divide Over 101-Foot Cody LDS Temple Remains Wide
As a controversial 101-foot-tall LDS temple is taking shape in Cody, locals remain strongly divided over it. There’s still plenty of open opposition to the temple, including protest signs.
Leo WolfsonApril 01, 2025
Supreme Court Rules Against Jackson Group Challenging Glamping Septic System
That a Jackson Hole environmental group has spent $500,000 on projects in the area doesn’t give it standing to sue a local glamping business, the Wyoming Supreme Court ruled Monday. The group had sued over the glamour camping outfit’s septic system.
Clair McFarlandApril 01, 2025
Casper 18-Year-Old Pleads Not Guilty In Shooting Death Of 16-Year-Old Friend
A Casper 18-year-old pleaded not guilty Tuesday to shooting and killing his 16-year-old friend while hanging out and playing video games. Police say he also has a history of showing off guns and pointing them at people.
Dale KillingbeckApril 01, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake — Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsApril 01, 2025
Family Fun Awaits This Summer in Southwest Wyoming
Sweetwater County’s abundant natural playgrounds offer all kinds of opportunities to get out and play. Beyond outdoor escapades, you’ll find exciting summer shows, chances to see desert wildlife and a historic look at the Great American West at a variety of museums.
April 01, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Tuesday's headlines include: * Final Goodbye For Al Simpson * Good Samaritan Remembered As Hero * Sheriff Wants To "Make VIN Inspections Great Again"
Wendy CorrApril 01, 2025
Letter to the Editor: Don't Let Insurance Companies Get Your DNA
Dear editor: I’m not a conspiracy theorist, but I do know insurance companies and how they’d LOVE to get their hands on your data so that they could deny coverage for “pre-existing conditions.”
April 01, 2025
Laramie County Sheriff Calls In 'Trump' To 'Make VIN Inspections Great Again'
The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office called in Donald Trump to educate locals on VIN inspections. Or at least a deputy impersonating the president, who says even "Greenies" from Colorado need to get their vehicles checked when they change hands.
Clair McFarlandMarch 31, 2025
Grizzly Chased From Old Faithful By Ornery Yellowstone Bison Herd
Yellowstone grizzlies may be at the top of the food chain, but even the apex predator has to think twice about tangling with a herd of ornery bison. The Old Faithful webcam Monday caught the herd sending a grizzly running for cover.
Andrew RossiMarch 31, 2025
Family Remembers 18-Year-Old Good Samaritan As Hero Who Died Helping Another
Family and friends of Riggin Schaffer say they’re remembering the 18-year-old as a hero who died helping another. Schaffer was assisting a crash victim on a Wyoming highway March 23 when another car struck them.
David MadisonMarch 31, 2025