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Wyoming Gun Experts Say Biometric Firearms A âPipe Dream Of The Liberalsâ
A Colorado company has joined the trend of building âsmart guns,â or firearms that can be fired only by authorized users. One Wyoming gun store owner said biometric firearms have been a "pipe dream of the liberals for decades."
Mark HeinzMarch 29, 2024
Rocky Mountain Power Looking At Carbon Capture At Gillette, Glenrock Coal Plants
Rocky Mountain Power, which raised electricity rates 8.3% in January, on Friday announced it is studying whether to place a carbon capture project at either of its Wyoming-based coal-fired power plants â Wyodak near Gillette, or Dave Johnston near Glenrock.
Pat MaioMarch 29, 2024
Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation Uncovers Large Cocaine Hub In Jackson
A Jamaican transplant to Jackson has been charged with orchestrating a large distribution scheme of multiple half-pound, $8,000 cocaine deals in town. The man is facing up to 20 years in prison and up to $1 million in fines.
Clair McFarlandMarch 29, 2024
Guest Column: Three Reasons Wyoming Citizens Should Demand A Special Session
State Sen. Cheri Steinmetz writes, "The governor ran as a Republican but governs and vetoes like a Democrat. Actions speak louder than words. Mark Gordon offers a stunning example of this prevalent hypocrisy."
CSD StaffMarch 29, 2024
Missing Gillette Woman Found Dead, No Foul Play Suspected
The five-day search for Tami Sturgeon, 55, ended tragically Thursday afternoon. The Campbell County Sheriffâs Office announced that her body was discovered less than two miles from where she went missing on Saturday.
Andrew RossiMarch 29, 2024
Denver Trucker Convicted Of Killing Gillette Family Of Five
A jury convicted a Denver truck driver on Wednesday of five counts of vehicular homicide for killing a Gillette family of five in June, 2022. A mother of one of the victims told Cowboy State Daily she felt "some kind of justice" had been served.
Clair McFarlandMarch 29, 2024
Cowboy State Daily Radio News: Friday, March 29, 2024
Friday's headlines include: * Search for Gillette Woman Comes To Tragic End * Chuck Gray Blasts Gordon Over High-Profile Vetoes * Got Ticks? Guinea Fowl Could Be Best Way To Get Rid Of Them
Wendy CorrMarch 29, 2024
US Postal Service To Downsize Cheyenne Mail Center Against Objections
The Postal Service on Thursday announced that Cheyenneâs mail processing will move to Denver -- even for letters sent from one Cheyenne address to another. Thatâs going to mean letters take longer â but they say it will still be âon time.â
Renée JeanMarch 29, 2024
Megan Degenfelder: University of Wyoming Must Respond to Concerns Over DEI
Guest columnist Megan Degenfelder writes, "Our universities should not presume the righteousness of only one side, promote a sense of guilt and division among students, neglect important context in order to obscure the whole story, or legitimize fringe ideas."
CSD StaffMarch 28, 2024
Company To Build $155 Million Solar Farm In Wyoming's 'Hail Alley'
Cowboy Energy and Portugal's Greenvolt Power have teamed up to build a $155 million solar farm near the farming community of Yoder, Wyoming. They say the 326,000 solar panels will be hail-resistant and will cover 1,200 acres.
Pat MaioMarch 28, 2024
Judge Considers If Wyoming Man Accused Of Murder, Necrophilia 'Too Slow" For Trial
In a case thatâs dragged on for nearly five years, a Cody judge is considering whether a Wyoming man accused of killing a woman in Cheyenne then having sex with her body is too mentally âslowâ to stand trial.
Clair McFarlandMarch 28, 2024
Chuck Gray Blasts Gordon For Vetoes On Property Tax Relief, Abortion, Gun Rights
In a fiery letter to Gov. Gordon, Secretary of State Chuck Gray on Thursday said the governor's vetoes on property tax relief, abortion, and the elimination of gun free zones are sending Wyoming "in the wrong direction."
Leo WolfsonMarch 28, 2024
Got Ticks? Guinea Fowl Could Be Best Way To Get Rid Of Them (Rattlesnakes Too)
A Goshen County couple was alarmed when they found their new property was infested with ticks. But after purchasing a couple dozen guinea fowls to patrol their property, they've been tick-free. Plus, they're also good at killing rattlesnakes.
Mark HeinzMarch 28, 2024
Letter To The Editor: Gratitude And Reflection On Our Legislative Journey For Behavioral Health
Dear editor, "We owe a debt of gratitude to Governor Mark Gordon, whose unwavering vision for a Wyoming where behavioral health services are prioritized and strengthened has been a source of hope for us all."
CSD StaffMarch 28, 2024
Gilletteâs Dry Fork Station Could Become Worldâs Largest Carbon Capture Plant
An energy research association and a California filtration business have received millions from the U.S. Department of Energy to continue developing a project in Gillette that could make Dry Fork the largest carbon capture power plant in the world.
Pat MaioMarch 28, 2024
Campbell County Sheriff: No Evidence Of Foul Play In Missing Gillette Woman Case
Multiple agencies are on the fifth day of searching for Gillette resident Tami Sturgeon while pushing back against the local rumor mill, saying thereâs âno evidenceâ of foul play.
Andrew RossiMarch 28, 2024
Ex-Natrona County Commissioner Runs For Charlie Scottâs Seat In Wyoming Legislature
Longtime Natrona County Commissioner Rob Hendry has announced heâs running for Senate District 30. Thereâs just one obstacle â Charlie Scott, whoâs been in the Wyoming Legislature since 1979.
Leo WolfsonMarch 28, 2024
First Teton Area Grizzly Spotted Just Outside Park â And No, Itâs Not 399
While Yellowstoneâs grizzlies have been waking up for the last few weeks, the first grizzly of Grand Teton usually emerges in the latter half of March. It seems that life moves at a more luxurious pace in Jackson, even for grizzlies.
Andrew RossiMarch 28, 2024
Sally Ann Shurmur: Sunday Is Coming, Whether We Are Ready Or Not
Columnist Sally Ann Shurmur writes, "Itâs been the 'unLentiest' Lent of my life, using a newly coined addition to the Sal dictionary."
Sally Ann ShurmurMarch 28, 2024
Wyoming Man Charged Two Years After Teen Girl Escaped Attack, Kidnap Attempt
Two years after someone attacked and tried to stuff a Riverton teen girl into her own car, a local man has been charged and could get up to life in prison.
Clair McFarlandMarch 28, 2024
Cowboy State Daily Radio News: Thursday, March 28, 2024
Thursday's headlines include: Driskill, Sommers Oppose Calling Special Session Few Clues On Fourth Day Of Search For Missing Gillette Woman Thermopolis Police Release More Body Cam Video Of Mascorro Arrests
Wendy CorrMarch 28, 2024
Evanston Couple Charged With Manslaughter In Baby's Mysterious Death
An Evanston couple were arrested Tuesday and charged with manslaughter in the mysterious death of their 9-month-old baby in October. The baby had a severe, extensive rash and bruising and the family was reportedly living in filth.Â
Clair McFarlandMarch 28, 2024
Wyoming Man Forgot To Leave His Drugs At Home When Visiting Probation Officer
A 49-year-old Casper felon going to a probation and parole compliance check last week forgot to take his fentanyl, methamphetamine and illegal weapon out of his vehicle. He now faces four felony drug charges and a weapons charge.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 27, 2024
Thermopolis Police Release More Body Cam Video Of Mascorro Arrests
Responding to Cowboy State Daily public records requests, the Thermopolis Police Department has released more body cam video of arrests by Sgt. Mike Mascorro, who broke into a suspectâs home illegally last year and killed him in a shootout.
Clair McFarlandMarch 27, 2024