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Nuclear fuel manufacturing company BWXT told Cowboy State Daily it required nondisclosure agreements with Gillette city officials to protect commercially sensitive information about the size and scope of its proposed fuel fabrication facility.

BWXT Explains Secrecy Around Plans For Gillette Nuclear Fuel Plant

Reacting to criticism over requiring nondisclosure agreements with Gillette officials, nuclear fuel manufacturing company BWXT said they were needed to protect sensitive information about the size and scope of the proposed facility.

David MadisonSeptember 24, 2025

Jackson Photographer Gets Once-In-A-Lifetime Shot Of Bull Elk And Grand Tetons

Jackson wildlife photographer Savannah Rose got a once-in-a-lifetime image of a bull elk in front of Grand Teton. She said it was an "incredibly tense" moment of excitement, and adds another uniquely Wyoming image to a portfolio already full of them.

Andrew RossiSeptember 24, 2025

Tom Lubnau: Why Is The Wyoming Legislature Trying To Stifle Input?

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "The most disturbing trend I see in the Wyoming legislature is the concerted effort to limit input into legislation. Instead of trying to understand the implications of a bill, certain legislators are trying to muzzle input they don’t like."

Tom LubnauSeptember 24, 2025

Gov. Mark Gordon talks local budget shortfalls precipitated by a 25% property tax cut.

Gordon, Local Officials Expect Critical Budget Shortages After Property Tax Cuts

Gov. Mark Gordon on Wednesday forecasted critical budget shortages as a result of a 25% property tax cut the state Legislature passed last session. But he agrees with the Freedom Caucus that Wyoming needs a slimmer government.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 24, 2025

NTSB, Union Pacific Mum On Hazardous Cargo On Train Near Gas Line Breach

Preliminary findings about a spectacular natural gas line breach early Sunday west of Cheyenne that sent a fireball into the morning sky and damaged a train carrying hazardous materials may not be available for 30 days.

Scott SchwebkeSeptember 24, 2025

Rock Springs Man Accused Of Stabbing Landlord's Eye Out With Pliers Headed To Trial

Robert Downum, accused of stabbing his elderly landlord’s eye out with pliers two winters ago in Rock Springs, is set to stand trial in three weeks. Self-defense and mental illness arguments may both be part of his jury trial, court records indicate.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 24, 2025

About 600 people showed up in Franklin, Indiana, for Wyoming author C.J. Box and the release of his new Joe Pickett novel "Battle Mountain," which is No. 1 on The New York Times list of bestsellers.

‘Two Worlds Collide’: CJ Box Says Cassie Dewell To Show Up In Joe Pickett Novel

As fans of CJ Box’s mystery-solving game warden Joe Pickett count down the days until the release of his 26th adventure, the Wyoming author dropped a bombshell Wednesday: Cassie Dewell and Pickett are going to cross paths.

Greg JohnsonSeptember 24, 2025

When former state lawmaker Scott Clem heard Google’s announcement on Monday that the Biden administration successfully pressured them into censoring content, he wasn’t surprised. Four years ago, he called it “the end of free speech.”

Wyoming Politician Says He Was Right — Tech Giants Bowed To Government Censorship

When former state lawmaker Scott Clem heard of YouTube's Tuesday announcement that the Biden administration pressured it into censoring content, he wasn't surprised. Four years ago, he was criticized for calling the censorship "the end of free speech."

Clair McFarlandSeptember 24, 2025

Green River Railroad Layoffs And More Automation Raise Train Safety Questions

Former legislator and retired railroad worker Stan Blake says continuing rail layoffs, like the ones last week in Green River, coupled with more automation will mean more train accidents in Wyoming.

Renée JeanSeptember 24, 2025

One of five wolves reintroduced to northern Colorado in December 2023.

Colorado Wolf Debate Heats Up Over Claims Diseased Animals Were Released

Critics of Colorado’s wolf reintroduction program claim that wolves transplanted from Oregon were infected with a parasitic disease. Wildlife officials say they treated the wolves for the disease before releasing them.

Mark HeinzSeptember 24, 2025

A power substation with wind turbines in the background in Wyoming.

Gov. Gordon Urges Balance As Huge Laramie County Wind Farm Sparks Fierce Debate

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon told Cowboy State Daily he maintains support for wind energy development but respects local concerns in the wake of Laramie County’s rejection of a massive wind farm project.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 24, 2025

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Guest Column: Taking Back Control from Dark Money

Wyoming State Sen. Ed Cooper writes, "Outside forces and their dark money have drowned out the voices of everyday Wyomingites. They’re upending the authority of our state and corrupting the balance the Founders intended."

Guest ColumnSeptember 24, 2025

President Donald Trump speaks during the 80th session of the UN’s General Assembly at the United Nations headquarters on September 23, 2025 in New York City.

Letter To The Editor: Enough With The Inflammatory Rhetoric Which Is Causing Violence

Dear editor: Anne MacKinnon's inflammatory letter demonstrates precisely the kind of dialogue that led to two assassination attempts on the life of Donald Trump last year, an assassination attempt on the life of a Supreme Court judge, and the recent murder of Charlie Kirk.

September 24, 2025

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive for the 80th session of the UN’s General Assembly (UNGA) on September 23, 2025 in New York City.

Letter To The Editor: Calling Our President A Dictator Is Just Trump Derangement Syndrome

Dear editor: I am always amazingly shocked when I see someone label our president as a dictator. It makes me wonder if these people actually ever studied history in school or were sleeping.

September 24, 2025

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Jake NicholsSeptember 24, 2025

Cowboy State Daily Video News: Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Wednesday's headlines include: * Cross-Dressing Janitor Showdown * Grizzlies Battle Over Elk Stuck In Mudhole * FBI: Send Drones To Battle Cartels On Reservation

Wendy CorrSeptember 24, 2025

Mrs. Erika Kirk joins U.S. President Donald Trump onstage during the memorial service for conservative leader Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

Letter To The Editor: President Trump Is A Cruel Dictator

Dear editor: Overall, President Trump is looting the country for the gain of himself and his family. Cruelty and greed mark his administration, and there is no telling how far that cruelty and greed will reach.

September 24, 2025

FBI Director Kash Patel said cartels are dropping drugs on reservations with drones and it’s time for a counter federal drone attack. The Northern Arapaho Tribal government said it's looking into whether that's happening in Wyoming.

FBI Director: It’s Time To Send Drones To Battle Drugs On The Reservation

FBI Director Kash Patel said cartels are dropping drugs onto reservations with drones and it’s time for a federal drone counterattack. The Northern Arapaho Tribal government said it's looking into whether that's happening in Wyoming.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 24, 2025

A bull elk that was trapped in a mud hole by a pond was euthanized by Yellowstone rangers to end its hopeless struggle. Then after winning the carcass from competition, a big bear put on an awesome display of power by dragging the adult elk from the mud.

Incredible Display Of Strength: Grizzly Pulls Elk From Yellowstone Mud Hole

In a scene one Yellowstone employee said was unlike anything she's ever seen, grizzlies were fighting each other over an elk stuck in a mud hole. Finally, one bear used its brute strength to pull the massive carcass out.

Andrew RossiSeptember 23, 2025

Hageman, Trump Blast United Nations Over Climate Change "Lunacy"

U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman joined President Donald Trump on Tuesday bashing the United Nations over climate change policies, calling them "extreme overreach" and saying she has a duty to "defend America's independence against climate lunacy."

Sean BarrySeptember 23, 2025

After a halftime lightning canceled their big performance, the Denver Broncos are making it up to University of Wyoming’s marching band seniors with a VIP game-day invitation and promises of a future show. The team also sent the band some Broncos swag to help make up for the disappointement of not performing.

Broncos Invite UW Marching Band Seniors Back After Halftime Lightning Fiasco

After lightning canceled their big halftime performance earlier this month, the Denver Broncos are making it up to University of Wyoming’s marching band seniors. They've been offered a VIP game-day invitation and promises of a future show.

Justin GeorgeSeptember 23, 2025

Fans of Wolf 1479F described the young female as a curious and active member of the Junction Butte Pack in Yellowstone National Park. She reportedly left the park and was legally killed by a hunter in Montana this month.

Fans Mourn Popular Yellowstone Wolf Killed By Montana Hunter

Fans are mourning the loss of another popular Yellowstone wolf, 1479F, a young female that was killed legally by a hunter in Montana last week. She also was an offspring of the legendary Wolf 907F.

Mark HeinzSeptember 23, 2025

Nearly 100-Year-Old Triangle C Ranch Near Dubois Lists For $4.95 million

The Triangle C Ranch near Dubois has been a working dude ranch for nearly a century. Now the Wyoming property surrounded by the Shoshone National Forest is on the market, listing for $4.95 million.

Renée JeanSeptember 23, 2025

A small memorial has been building around the trunk of a small tree outside the Cheyenne King Soopers store in the wake of a fatal shooting Saturday night, Sept. 20, 2025.

Cheyenne Police Say Fatal Shooting Outside Grocery Store Started As Road Rage

Cheyenne Police Department detectives say they believe a deadly shooting outside a local King Soopers grocery store Saturday started as a road rage altercation that came to a head in the store parking lot.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 23, 2025

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