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Gillette Man’s Mom Says He Didn’t Kidnap Woman During 100 MPH Joyride
The mother of a Gillette, Wyoming, man who is facing a felony kidnapping charge for allegedly holding a woman in a car while driving 80-100 mph around town said Friday he’s completely innocent. Â
Clair McFarlandJanuary 03, 2025
Lummis Blasts Biden For Rewarding Cheney’s “Vendetta Against Donald Trump”
Wyoming Republican Cynthia Lummis blasted President Joe Biden on Friday for giving Liz Cheney the Presidential Citizens Medal. She said the move was a reward for Cheney pursuing “her vendetta against Donald Trump.”
Leo WolfsonJanuary 03, 2025
Bringing A Gun To School Could Mean More Than A Year Expulsion Under Proposal
Veteran Wyoming legislator Steve Harshman says expelling students who bring guns to school for a year often isn’t enough. A bill he’s proposing for the upcoming session would allow school boards to expel gun violators for longer than a year.
Leo WolfsonJanuary 03, 2025
Morning Show with Jake — Friday, January 3, 2025
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsJanuary 03, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Friday, January 3, 2025
Friday’s headlines include: - Barrasso Rips Biden For Cheney Award - No Charges To Be Filed Over Cop Killing Man - Troopers Say Truckers Printing Fake License Plates
Reilly StrandJanuary 03, 2025
The American West: A Tale of Two Fur Men
John Jacob Astor's employees experienced many adventures and opportunities in the wilderness of the great Northwest before Astor had to pull out of the Pacific fur trade altogether. Two of them, Ross Cox and Alexander Ross, left written accounts of their adventures.
James A. CrutchfieldJanuary 03, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Bravo To "The American West"
Dear editor: This is why I subscribe to the Cowboy State Daily newsletter and read it every day:
January 03, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Who's To Blame In New Orleans?
Dear editor: Was it evil outside our borders that invaded Bourbon Street on New Year’s Day or was it backsliding within?
January 03, 2025
Letter To The Editor: More Information On Wyoming's Otters Please
Dear editor: [Could] Cowboy State Daily’s Mark Heinz or another experienced wildlife reporter write a balanced story on the pros and cons of keeping otters on the state’s protected species list [?]
January 03, 2025
Former Montana Official Accused Of Using State Money For Tattoo, Divorce And Rent
Montana’s top official responsible for preserving historic sites is accused of stealing up to $300,000 in a kickback scheme. He allegedly used the money to get a tattoo, pay his divorce fees, take a fishing trip and rent a condo.
David MadisonJanuary 03, 2025
Wyoming Troopers Say Truckers Are Printing Off Fake License Plates
Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers stopped two men in separate incidents last week, arresting them on suspicion of using fraudulent Indiana state license plates. Authorities allege the men worked together to print off fake plates using a mobile printer.Â
Clair McFarlandJanuary 03, 2025
Want To Get Rid Of That Christmas Tree? Goats Will Gobble Them Up
Is it time to get rid of that wilting, drying out and browning Christmas tree? Goats will gobble them up as the gift that keeps on giving. They do a great job, says Wind River Pack Goat Adventures in Boulder, Wyoming.
Andrew RossiJanuary 03, 2025
Rare Whitetail-Mule Deer Fight Highlights Conflict Between Wyoming Species
A rare fight caught on video between a mule deer and whitetail buck highlights the conflict between the species in Wyoming.
Mark HeinzJanuary 03, 2025
Wyoming AARP Says Photo IDs To Vote Would Alienate Many Senior Voters
Wyoming AARP and voting rights groups are concerned about a proposal Secretary of State Chuck Gray is pushing to require photo identification to vote. They say that could alienate many seniors who no longer drive or have photo IDs.
Leo WolfsonJanuary 02, 2025
Prosecutor Clears Cheyenne Cops Who Killed Man Who Took Wife Hostage
Laramie County’s top prosecutor said Thursday she won’t pursue charges against the Cheyenne Police Department officers who shot and killed a man who took his wife hostage. The man also shot at cops during standoff.
Clair McFarlandJanuary 02, 2025
Sally Ann Shurmur: Amid Tragedy, Great Memories Of New Orleans And Las Vegas
Columnist Sally Ann Shurmur writes, “Bourbon Street at night might not seem like a family destination…unless Peggy Jane the Mom is calling the shots.”
Sally Ann ShurmurJanuary 02, 2025
Rawlins Couple Gets Great New Year’s Wedding Anniversary Gift — Their First Baby
A Rawlins couple got a very special gift on New Year’s Day, which was also their second wedding anniversary. Their first child, a daughter, arrived at 2:38 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2025.
Dale KillingbeckJanuary 02, 2025
Rare NYE Aurora Could Be Sign 2025 Will Be Another Epic Year For Northern Lights
Wyoming photographer Dave Bell spent New Year’s Eve watching some of Mother Nature’s fireworks. He captured the stunning reds and greens of a rare New Year's Eve aurora over Wyoming, a sign that 2025 could be even better than last year for auroras.
Andrew RossiJanuary 02, 2025
Drunken Beer Run Allegedly Ends With Casper Man Pulling Gun, Calling 911
A 35-year-old Casper man is accused of pulling a gun on another couple after hitting them while on a drunken beer run. Court records made available Thursday allege he pointed a gun in a woman’s face and at her boyfriend.
Dale KillingbeckJanuary 02, 2025
Barrasso Slams Biden's Giving Liz Cheney Second Highest Civilian Honor
Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso slammed President Joe Biden’s awarding Liz Cheney the Presidential Citizens Medal on Thursday, the second highest civilian honor. Barrasso said Cheney doesn’t deserve an award for her “partisanship and divisiveness.”
Leo WolfsonJanuary 02, 2025
Morning Show with Jake — Thursday, January 2, 2025
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsJanuary 02, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Video News: Thursday, January 2, 2025
Thursday’s headlines include: - Horse Drowning Sparks Investigation - Ranchers Battle Big Oil Over Water Rights - UFO Center Says Cheyenne Tops For UFOs
Reilly StrandJanuary 02, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Cassie Craven Is Wrong
In her most recent column, Cassie Craven espouses "common-sense" in praising the Freedom Caucus' third attempt to pass the What Is A Woman Act. Coming from a practicing-attorney, Craven's column is ludicrously disingenuous and propagandistic.
January 01, 2025
Letter To The Editor: BLM's Rock Springs Plan is Balanced, Good for Wildlife
Dear editor: In the case of the Rock Springs Resource Management Plan, the BLM has done a great job at taking into consideration local stakeholder input and honoring the wishes of many to protect the Red Desert for future generations.
January 01, 2025