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The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced Friday it’s shutting down after Congress stripped it of the next two years' federal funding. What that means for Wyoming PBS is less money, but not a shutdown, CEO Joanna Kail says.

As Corp. For Public Broadcasting Shuts Down, Wyo. PBS and Public Media Press On

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced Friday it’s shutting down after Congress stripped it of the next two years' federal funding. What that means for Wyoming PBS is less money, but not a shutdown, CEO Joanna Kail says.

Clair McFarlandAugust 01, 2025

An anonymous group calling itself Project Winchester is vowing to oust Rep. Harriet Hageman for defending a federal lands sale bill. The online campaign backed by an Obama surrogate raises legal concerns over campaign finance violations.

Anonymous Rifle-Themed Site Targets Hageman For Defending Public Lands Sale

An anonymous group calling itself Project Winchester is vowing to oust Rep. Harriet Hageman for defending a federal lands sale bill. The online campaign backed by a former Obama surrogate raises legal concerns over campaign finance violations.

Jackson WalkerAugust 01, 2025

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Jonathan Lange: Wildflowers and Life’s Wonders

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “They call it 'Norseman.' It's an odyssey that begins nearly 2.5 miles out to sea and ends at the top of Mount Gaustatoppen, more than a mile high and 140.6 miles away.”

Jonathan LangeAugust 01, 2025

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Dennis Sun: The Story on Hormones

Ag columnist Dennis Sun writes, "Hormone levels present in beef are far below natural levels found in other foods we consume daily, such as dairy products, vegetables and even certain fruits. Just remember, U.S. beef is the safest in the world."

Dennis SunAugust 01, 2025

Donald W. Wright, 59, of Worland, Wyoming, has been convicted of cruelty to animals for shooting his own dog, Axel, six times. He reportedly said he hoped the dog would "bleed out."

Worland Man Guilty Of Shooting HIs Dog Six Times To ‘Put It Out Of My Misery’

A Worland man was found guilty this week of shooting his own dog six times, with court documents saying he wanted to “put it out of my misery.” The dog’s new owner said Friday that the 1-year-old border collie mix is still recovering.

Clair McFarlandAugust 01, 2025

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Wildlife Agents Still Search For Whoever Poached A Park County Grizzly

Wildlife agents are still trying to track down whoever shot and killed a grizzly bear found dead in late May alongside a remote hiking trail in Park County. A bear expert says if the grizzly had been killed in self-defense, it would’ve been reported.

Mark HeinzAugust 01, 2025

On a 54-43 vote Friday afternoon, the long wait for Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik to become the next head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Wyoming’s delegation and governor call the vote a win for the state and delisting grizzlies.

Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik Confirmed To Lead U.S. Fish And Wildlife Service — Finally

On a 54-43 vote Friday afternoon, the long wait ended for Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik to become the next head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Wyoming’s delegation and governor call the vote a win for the state and delisting grizzlies.

Sean BarryAugust 01, 2025

When it comes to wildfire seasons, there’s no forgetting the devastating fires that hit Yellowstone National Park in 1988. They burned 800,000 acres, which is why even small fires today get an aggressive response. Here, wildfire rages at Grant Village in the park.

Yellowstone Always On Alert To Avoid Repeat Of Devasting 1988 Wildfires

When it comes to wildfire seasons, there’s no forgetting the devastating fires that hit Yellowstone National Park in 1988. They burned 800,000 acres, which is why even small fires today get an aggressive response.

Andrew RossiAugust 01, 2025

A 25-year-old Casper woman, Justus Delilah Gagne, was in court Thursday accused of stabbing her mother twice and slashing her tires. She also told an investigator she thought her mother was “a witch with dark energy” and tried to run her over.

Casper Woman Who Stabbed Mother Twice Thought She Was ‘A Witch With Dark Energy’

A 25-year-old Casper woman was in court Thursday accused of stabbing her mother twice and slashing her tires. She also told an investigator she thought her mother was “a witch with dark energy” and tried to run her over.

Dale KillingbeckAugust 01, 2025

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Man Dubbed The ‘High Country Harasser’ Has Mental Health Issues, Mother Says

A man accused of harassing hikers along the Continental Divide Trail in Wyoming needs mental help, his mother says. She also takes issue with his being dubbed the “High Country Harasser,” but agrees he could pose a danger to others and himself.

Clair McFarlandAugust 01, 2025

Former Wyoming Game and Fish Director Brian Nesvik is poised to be the new chief of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. His stance in favor of taking grizzly bears off the endangered list drives much of his support — and opposition.

Delisting Grizzlies Drives Support — And Opposition — For Nesvik’s Confirmation

Former Wyoming Game and Fish Director Brian Nesvik is poised to be the new chief of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. His stance in favor of taking grizzly bears off the endangered list drives much of his support — and opposition.

Mark HeinzJuly 31, 2025

Passengers described a terrifying midair ordeal as severe turbulence over Wyoming injured dozens Wednesday aboard a Delta flight bound for Amsterdam, forcing an emergency landing in Minneapolis. Upon landing, 25 were sent to hospitals for evaluation.

Turbulence Over Wyoming Forces Delta Jet To Divert; 25 Hospitalized

Passengers described a terrifying midair ordeal as severe turbulence over Wyoming injured dozens Wednesday aboard a Delta flight bound for Amsterdam, forcing an emergency landing in Minneapolis. Upon landing, 25 were sent to hospitals for evaluation.

Justin GeorgeJuly 31, 2025

Nearly four months after committee approval, U.S. Senate confirmation is imminent for Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik as head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Sen. John Barrasso on Wednesday blasted Democrats for blocking Trump’s nominees.

Vote Near For Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik To Lead US Fish & Wildlife Service

Nearly four months after committee approval, U.S. Senate confirmation is imminent for Wyoming’s Brian Nesvik as head of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Sen. John Barrasso on Wednesday blasted Democrats for blocking Trump’s nominees.

Sean BarryJuly 31, 2025

A Sublette County grand jury on Wednesday decided to indict Daniel man Cody Roberts with cruelty to animals, a felony punishable by up to two years in prison and a fine of $5,000, the county’s top prosecutor said.

Grand Jury For Cody Roberts Over Wolf Torture A Rare Route In Wyoming

A grand jury is being convened for Cody Roberts, the Daniel, Wyoming, man who ran down a wolf, taped its mouth shut and showed it off before killing it in 2024, according to a Wyofile report. Convening a grand jury is rare in Wyoming, but not unheard of.

Clair McFarlandJuly 31, 2025

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Letter To The Editor: Why Is Laramie County Undoing The Food Freedom Act?

Dear editor: I moved here for Wyoming's rugged individualism, not for the same nanny-state nonsense I escaped. Let's keep Wyoming free. I urge Laramie County commissioners to scrap the home occupation permit requirement for Food Freedom Act-compliant businesses.

July 31, 2025

U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman, R-Wyoming, at a town hall meeting in Wyoming.

Letter To The Editor: Hold Harriet Hageman Accountable

Dear editor: Rep. Harriet Hageman came to Pinedale this week well-scripted and ready to show off legislative accomplishments, both for Wyoming and at the federal level at large. All of her talking points require scrutiny, here is just one egregious example:

July 31, 2025

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Guest Column: Let's Clear Things Up About Wyoming PBS

Central Wyoming College President Dr. Brad Tyndall writes, "I do not think it is unreasonable for Ms. Kail to ask the national PBS to listen more closely to a greater audience of rural and diverse voices and to consider expanding its programming slate, or at the very least, to study these needs in good faith."

Guest ColumnJuly 31, 2025

Other Yellowstone visitors were horrified Monday as they watched a man in flip-flops walking off the board walk onto the bacterial mats around Grand Prismatic Spring. He was picking up hats that had blown off people’s heads — and breaking the law.

Other Yellowstone Visitors Horrified Watching Man Walk On Grand Prismatic Spring

Other Yellowstone visitors were horrified Monday as they watched a man in flip-flops walking off the board walk onto the bacterial mats around Grand Prismatic Spring. He was picking up hats that had blown off people’s heads — and breaking the law.

Andrew RossiJuly 31, 2025

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