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Gordon Allows "Frivolous" And "Superfluous" Parental Rights Bills To Go Into Law Without Signature
Saying the bills undermine local control and don't add much to parental rights already enshrined in law, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon allowed two parental rights bills regarding education to go into law without his signature.
Clair McFarlandMarch 23, 2024
This Week's Election & Re-election Announcements in Wyoming
A number of current state legislators have confirmed to Cowboy State Daily this past week that theyâre running for reelection. Some have dropped out. Many already have challengers. Here's a quick look.
Leo WolfsonMarch 23, 2024
Pair Of Rescue Wolves From Canada Find Home At Yellowstone Sanctuary
Rescued from a roadside animal show due to substandard living conditions, Pilot and Index, a pair of gray wolves from Canada, have found a new home at the Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary in Red Lodge, Montana.
Ruffin PrevostMarch 22, 2024
Legislators Say University Of Wyoming 'Flipping The Bird' At People Of Wyoming
Rep. Jeanette Ward said the University of Wyoming is "flipping the bird" at the people of Wyoming by deciding to keep some diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at the school despite the legislature pulling funding for them.
Clair McFarlandMarch 22, 2024
Wyoming Man Accused Of Having Sex With Teen More Than â30 Timesâ
A 41-year-old Mills, Wyoming, man was bound over to felony-level court Thursday, accused of having sex with a teen girl more than â30 timesâ dating back to 2022.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 22, 2024
Letter to the Editor: The Mixing Of Fish And Politics
Dear editor: Instead of caring about the real issues that matter to their constituents, it would seem these politicians prefer to play âFox News vs. CNNâ â arguing back and forth about headline type topics.
March 22, 2024
The Next Taylor Swift? Discovering Cody's Teen Sensation Jillian Nordberg
Jillian Nordberg says she would not mind being the next Taylor Swift. The teen singer out of Park County could be on that type of trajectory with an estimated thousand gigs already under her belt buckle.
Jake NicholsMarch 22, 2024
Former Casper Corrections Officer Faces Felony Charges For Allegedly Having Sex With Inmate
A 39-year-old former corrections worker at the Casper Reentry Center has been charged with two counts of sexual misconduct for allegedly having sex with a 30-year-old inmate.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 22, 2024
Jackson Judge Asks Wyoming Supreme Court If Abortion Is Health Care
Perhaps a sign a ruling may be coming soon in a two-year court battle over abortion in Wyoming, a Jackson judge is asking the Wyoming Supreme Court if abortion is health care.
Clair McFarlandMarch 22, 2024
Dennis Sun: Made In The USA Labels Could Mean Big Business
Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "Studies show nearly one-half of all U.S. beef is consumed by just 12% of Americans. The USA label premiums could result in hundreds of millions of dollars in sales revenue."
Dennis SunMarch 22, 2024
Stumbling Upon Newborn Bear Cubs & Stopping To Take Photos Not A Good Strategy
A shed antler hunter In Virginia thought he heard cries of a wounded rabbit, but discovered a pair of newborn black bear cubs. Luckily he didn't get his head ripped off when he stopped to take photos. The better strategy is to leave immediately.
Mark HeinzMarch 22, 2024
Wyoming Joins Supreme Court Lawsuit On Trump Immunity
Wyoming Attorney General Bridget Hill has joined an amicus brief with two other state attorneys general asking the U.S. Supreme Court to establish a legal test for the limits of presidential immunity.
Leo WolfsonMarch 22, 2024
Wyoming Firms Win Access To Top Nuclear Labs To Research Advanced Tech
Two Cheyenne, Wyoming, companies have advanced in a competitive program with the federal energy agency that gives them access to the nation's top research laboratories to work on new advanced nuclear technologies.
Pat MaioMarch 22, 2024
Gordon Signs Wyoming Ban On Gender Changes For Kids, But Calls It Intrusive
Although he feels itâs intrusive into the âpersonal affairs of families,â Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on Friday signed a bill that bans gender-change treatments for children.
Clair McFarlandMarch 22, 2024
Hageman's Bill To Ban Trans Women In Olympics Clears Committee
Despite emotional attacks from detractors, a bill carried by Harriet Hageman to ban transgender women from competing in Olympics and other amateur spots cleared the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday.
Clair McFarlandMarch 22, 2024
Gordon Signs Bill To Give Money For Private Schools, But Cuts Income Threshold
Gov. Mark Gordon made a significant cut to a bill giving state money to parents who want to send their kids to private schools or to homeschool in Wyoming, but still signed it Thursday.
Leo WolfsonMarch 22, 2024
Rod Miller: Flip-Flops Around The Olâ Campfire
Columnist Rod Miller writes: â'Theyâll mine this gravel over my dead body!!' squealed the Secretary. 'Theyâll pry that gravel from my cold dead hands!' The Kid stood and asked, 'If you donât want it mined, why the hell did you lease it in the first place?'"
Rod MillerMarch 22, 2024
Gordon Vetoes Property Tax Relief Bill, Calls It âSocialisticâ and âBidenomicâ
Gov. Mark Gordon vetoed a property tax relief bill Thursday that would have exempted 25% of assessed home value off Wyoming homes worth $2 million or less, calling it âa socialistic type of wealth transfer.â He signed three other property tax bills.
Leo WolfsonMarch 22, 2024
Chuck Gray OKâd Casper Gravel Pit Last Year, But Now Tells Locals He Opposes It
Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray told a crowd of Casper Mountain area residents Thursday he stands with them in their opposition to a gravel pit plan, but wouldnât answer questions about why he voted to approve it last year.
Dale KillingbeckMarch 22, 2024
Cowboy State Daily Radio News: Friday, March 22, 2024
Friday's headlines include: * UW wonât dump diversity program, despite legislature defunding it * Gas prices on their annual rise, signaling beginning of tourism season * Lane Frost documentary touring country, will screen at CFD this summer
Wendy CorrMarch 22, 2024
Chris Navarro: Gordon Doesn't Care About Casper
In an open letter to Gov. Gordon, Chris Navarro writes, "It is beyond me why you would take away our rights to have a say on how state property is managed next to our homes. I am sure you would feel different if a gravel pit was built 300 feet from your home."
March 22, 2024
University of Wyoming Wonât Cut Diversity Program Despite Legislature Defunding It
Despite the Wyoming Legislature stripping funding for the University of Wyomingâs Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) program, the university wonât cut it, President Ed Seidel told Cowboy State Daily on Thursday. He said the university could use its own money or private money to keep it going.
Leo WolfsonMarch 22, 2024
Riverton Cuts Ties With Chamber Of Commerce Over Bungled Money
The Riverton City Council voted Tuesday to strip the Riverton Chamber of Commerce of its duty to distribute lodging tax money after the chamber reportedly overdrew its bank account by thousands of dollars.Â
Clair McFarlandMarch 21, 2024
Wyoming Could Be Next To Restrict Wolf Trapping Because Of Grizzlies
Following a similar ruling in Montana, wolf trapping in Idaho was restricted Tuesday over concern that grizzly bears could get caught in wolf traps. Wyomingites are worried it could happen here.
Mark HeinzMarch 21, 2024