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Summit Fire & Security at 435 N. McKinley in Casper is one of the five locations where a suspected arsonist struck. Employee Jason Thomas said when he arrived at work Thursday morning the grass was smoking around the gas meter behind their business.

Casper Police Looking For Arsonist Who Touched Off Five Fires In 12 Hours

The Casper police are looking for whoever intentionally set five fires around town in less than 12 hours Wednesday night and early Thursday. A man at one of the fire locations said police told him they’re “looking for a dude on a scooter.”

Dale KillingbeckJuly 03, 2025

Fourth of July fireworks being launched at Snow King Mountain in Jackson.

Happy Fourth Of July: Where To Watch Fireworks Across Wyoming

Dozens of Wyoming communities will celebrate America’s independence Friday — the Fourth of July — with parades, barbecues, concerts and fireworks. Here is a list of many of the celebrations. If we missed any, let us know!

Andrew RossiJuly 03, 2025

There are a number of areas around Cheyenne that are already home, or will be, to data centers. That includes the High Plains Business Park in the south part of the city, which is where Meta is building an $800 million data centedr.

Wyoming Being Considered For Location Of Another Huge New Data Center

A partnership between OpenAI and Oracle could lead to the construction of another large data center in Wyoming.  Cheyenne is a very popular location for national data centers because of its location and the availability of the necessary power.

Matthew ChristianJuly 03, 2025

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson holds up a card showing the final vote tally to pass the massive budget bill known as the One Big Beautiful Bill on Thursday, July 3, 2024.

Wyoming Delegation, GOP Finish Massive Budget Bill By Fourth Of July Deadline

With the help of Wyoming Republican Harriet Hageman, the U.S. House crossed the finish line Thursday on the federal budget bill known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. She called it “a major win for Wyoming and the entire nation.”

Sean BarryJuly 03, 2025

Residents living in a neighborhood just north of Cheyenne are lobbying the Laramie County Commission to reverse its approval of a 150-foot cell tower in the field to the left. They say there are health concerns and the tower will drop property values.

Citing RFK Jr., Residents Want Laramie County To Reverse OK Of 150-Foot Cell Tower

Residents living just north of Cheyenne are lobbying the Laramie County Commission to reverse approval of a 150-foot cell tower. Citing RFK Jr., they say there are health concerns with the tower and they worry property values will drop.

Renée JeanJuly 03, 2025

When a Cheyenne restaurant owner posted a PG-rated gay joke on his roadside sign, Wyoming’s top LGBTQ advocacy group decided to run with the joke — and call for more.

Cheyenne Restaurant Owner Makes A Gay Joke On Sign — LGBTQ Group Borrows It

When a Cheyenne restaurant owner posted a PG-rated gay joke on his roadside sign, Wyoming’s top LGBTQ advocacy group decided to run with the joke — and call for more.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2025

Wyoming's Fourth of July weekend will run hot and cold, with a forecast that includes highs in the 90s and overnight lows in the 30s. Afternoon thunderstorms are also a safe bet.

Wyoming’s July 4 Weekend Will Run Hot And Cold — Highs In the 90s, Lows In The 30s

Wyoming's Fourth of July weekend will run hot and cold, with a forecast that includes highs in the 90s and overnight lows in the 30s. Afternoon thunderstorms are also a safe bet.

Andrew RossiJuly 03, 2025

The first measles case in Wyoming has been identified in a child that visited Banner Wyoming Medical Center on June 24 and June 25.

Wyoming’s First Child Measles Case Since 2010 Identified In Child At Casper ER

Wyoming’s first case of child measles since 2010 has been identified in Natrona County, the Wyoming Department of Health reported Tuesday. About 30 people have been identified as being in the same area of the child at the same times.

Dale KillingbeckJuly 03, 2025

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Thermopolis Woman Gets 24-30 Months For Stealing $25K From FFA Group

A Thermopolis woman who pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $25,000 from a Future Farmers of America fundraising group was sentenced Wednesday to 24-30 months in prison. Cody Dyan Stewart cheated kids of their scholarships, the group said.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2025

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Wyoming Legislators Aren’t Done Looking For Ways To Lower Property Taxes

Wyoming legislators passed a 25% property tax break earlier this year, but they’re not done looking for “long-term reform.” Options include eliminating residential property tax altogether, something that was considered in 2024.

Matthew ChristianJuly 03, 2025

Several homes in a Laramie mobile home park was evacuated Wednesday as authorities responded to a situation that involved “potential explosives in the area.” Emergency officials say materials to make fireworks were found in a home.

Laramie Homes Evacuated After Materials To Make Fireworks Discovered In House

Several homes in a Laramie mobile home park was evacuated Wednesday as authorities responded to a situation that involved “potential explosives in the area.” Emergency officials say materials to make fireworks were found in a home.

Clair McFarlandJuly 03, 2025

A 74-year-old man will not face charges in the March 8 fatal shooting in a south side of Casper home.

Police Recommend Murder Charge In Casper Shooting, DA Says Not Enough Evidence

A 74-year-old Casper man will not be charged for the shooting death of his daughter’s boyfriend four months ago. The Natrona County District Attorney’s Office announced Wednesday it won’t prosecute, citing not enough evidence to justify the charge.

Dale KillingbeckJuly 02, 2025

A judge's decision to temporarily stop payments to Wyoming’s school choice voucher program brought “utter chaos” to the families of the students enrolled, Wyoming Superintendent Megan Degenfelder said Wednesday.

Degenfelder Says Stopping School Choice Payment Has Brought ‘Utter Chaos'

A judge's decision to temporarily stop payments to Wyoming’s school choice voucher program brought “utter chaos” to the families of the students enrolled, Wyoming Superintendent Megan Degenfelder said Wednesday.

Matthew ChristianJuly 02, 2025

The Coyote Run Fire with the town of Thermopolis a mile away in the background. The 175-acre fire doesn't pose any threat to the town, but the situation could be changed if lightning from afternoon thunderstorms sparks new fires.

Wildfires Burn Nearly 1,000 Acres Around Thermopolis, Come Within 1 Mile Of Town

Fire crews from multiple agencies spent Wednesday assisting the Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department with several wildfires sparked by a Tuesday thunderstorm. Nearly 1,000 acres have burned, and one fire came within a mile of town.

Andrew RossiJuly 02, 2025

Wyoming Supreme Court Justice Keith Kautz was recognized with a standing ovation during the opening of the 2024 state legislative session.

Gordon Names Former Wyoming Supreme Court Justice Keith Kautz As Attorney General

Gov. Mark Gordon appointed Keith Kautz, a former Wyoming Supreme Court Justice, as Wyoming’s 39th attorney general Wednesday. Kautz said he’s “honored to serve Wyoming.”

Matthew ChristianJuly 02, 2025

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Tom Lubnau: Tour Of Sunrise Should Be On Your Bucket List.

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "Last Saturday, the Sunrise Historic and Prehistoric Preservation Society offered a sample of Wyoming’s rich, diverse and amazing history. Put next year’s annual tour of Sunrise on your bucket list."

Tom LubnauJuly 02, 2025

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Letter To The Editor: Targeting The Vulnerable

Dear editor: Oh please, Sen. Barrasso, M.D., long out of practice – you and Sen. Lummis and Rep. Hageman keep fibbing to us about Medicaid cuts.

July 02, 2025

A Wyoming company will start drilling dozens of holes in the Powder River Basin to explore potential to mine uranium. A group that includes companies from Canada and Australia hopes to find a huge uranium deposit.

Wyoming Drilling Crew Hopes To Find Huge Uranium Deposit In Powder River Basin

A Wyoming company will start drilling dozens of holes in the Powder River Basin this month to explore potential to mine uranium. A group that includes companies from Canada and Australia hopes to find a huge uranium deposit.

David MadisonJuly 02, 2025

If there was a competition for the best Fourth of July celebration in Wyoming, Cody might win by a country mile. That’s because it throws a five-day party filled with parades, rodeos, fireworks and celebrities that attract huge crowds.

Cody Celebrates Fourth Of July With Five Days Of Rodeos, Parades And Celebrities

If there was a competition for the best Fourth of July celebration in Wyoming, Cody might win by a country mile. That’s because it throws a five-day party filled with parades, rodeos, fireworks and celebrities that attract huge crowds.

Andrew RossiJuly 02, 2025

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Jackson Man Accused Of Killing Bicyclist While Driving Drunk Sent To Higher Court

A Jackson man accused of killing a bicyclist and local photographer will be tried in felony-level court, a judge ruled Wednesday. The judge also kept the man’s bond at $300,000 and forbade him from driving if he makes bail.

Clair McFarlandJuly 02, 2025

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Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsJuly 02, 2025

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