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Cheyenneâs Sturgis House, One Of Wyoming's Most Historical Homes, On The Market
One of Wyoming's most historically important homes, The Sturgis House, was built in 1884 by a then-famous New York architect George Rainsford. The two Sturgis brothers were among founders of the Wyoming Stock Growersâ Association. The 7,500-foot house, which boasts 32 rooms, just came on the market.
Renée JeanApril 30, 2023
Rod Miller: Frankly Speaking About the Wyoming GOP
Columnist Rod Miller writes, "The Wyoming Republican Party will choose a new chairman here in a few days. Both candidates are named Frank, and both hail from the same county and wear cowboy hats. Thatâs where the similarities end."
Rod MillerApril 30, 2023
Cheyenne Teen Girl Critical After Being Shot In Head At Lincoln Park
A teenage girl is in critical condition at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center after being shot in the head at Lincoln Park in the early morning hours Sunday.
Greg JohnsonApril 30, 2023
Sweetwater County GOP Chair Runs For Vice Chair Of Wyoming Republican Party On Ticket Opposing Eathorne
Elizabeth Bingham, whoâs chaired the Sweetwater County Republican Party since 2019, said the state GOP needs unity and new leadership and believes she and chairman candidate Frank Moore can deliver that.
Leo WolfsonApril 30, 2023
Farson Mercantileâs Humongous Half-Gallon Ice Cream Cone A Big Draw For Tiny Wyoming Town
Itâs been a gambling hall, motel and boarding house, but for nearly five decades the Farson Mercantileâs been famous for its ice cream. Itâs the âHome of the Big Cone,â a $10, near half-gallon mountain sweet treat.
April 29, 2023
Bill Sniffin: My First Visit To Big Horn Medicine Wheel Was Spooky And Spiritual
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, âThere was no cell phone service and the thought crossed my mind that if I had a heart attack up here, well, I would just have to go to the Happy Hunting Ground with this perplexed look on face.â
Bill SniffinApril 29, 2023
Dennis Sun: Beef Demand Stays High
Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "Despite the mayor of New York City telling all New Yorkers to limit beef consumption and go vegan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, demand and consumption of beef is staying strong. This just proves how misguided and out of touch he really is."
Dennis SunApril 29, 2023
Casper Author, Illustrator Win "Outstanding Juvenile Book For 2023" At National Western Heritage Awards
Casper's Casey Rislov and Zachary Pullen were honored for their book "The Rowdy Randy Wild West Show" as the top "Juvenile Book For 2023" at the Western Heritage Awards earlier this month.
Wendy CorrApril 29, 2023
Wyoming Couple Has Tricked Out One Far-Out, Groovy And Out-Of-Sight '70s Van
This is a story about how a newly married Wyoming couple found each other, then found a van. Or rather, how the van found them in a totally groovy, far-out time warp to the out-of-sight 1970s.
Jake NicholsApril 29, 2023
Wyoming Judges Facing "Dramatic Increase" In Threats, Says State Supreme Court Justice
Citing a spike in incidents in the past year, Wyoming Supreme Court Justice John Fenn said the Legislature needs to consider acting to increase security in state courtrooms and tighten laws protecting judges.
Leo WolfsonApril 29, 2023
Pete Simpsonâs Wyoming Legacy Goes Far Beyond Being Al Simpsonâs Older Brother
Pete Simpson isnât slowing down just yet. Heâll be 93 this year, but he still shows up at the Cody Rec. Center at least four times a week for a good workout. He may be lesser known than his colorful brother Al, but he's had an equally rich and rewarding career in academia, politics and the arts.
Wendy CorrApril 29, 2023
Thermopolis Police Sergeant Shot, Is In Stable Condition
A suspect shot a Thermopolis police sergeant Friday afternoon, authorities say, and the sergeant is stable after being life-flighted.
Clair McFarlandApril 29, 2023
Jury Convicts Cody Stepmom In Toddler's Death, Dad's Trial Next
A Park County jury on Thursday convicted Carolyn Aune of a first-degree murder variation tied to child abuse for killing her boyfriend's toddler. Her boyfriend, also charged with murder, could go to trial next.Â
Clair McFarlandApril 29, 2023
Former Wyoming Schools Chief Brian Schroeder Hired By Arizona Charter School, Parents Say Theyâre Shocked
Parents at a charter school in Phoenix, Arizona, are upset with the way their charter schoolâs principals were fired and shocked by the sudden hiring of former Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder.
Leo WolfsonApril 29, 2023
Lab-Grown Meat Gets FDA OK, But Itâs Not An Easy Sell
It looks awful, it isn't real meat, and sales are awful. But the FDA recently did announce that the products from two companies are safe to eat.
April 28, 2023
Murder Transparency Group Says 35% Of Fremont County Murders Not Reported To The Public
Law enforcement agencies havenât been telling the public about a sizable amount of Wyoming homicides they handle, which a murder watchdog group says is troubling. Â
Clair McFarlandApril 28, 2023
Scientists Make Flying Zombie Drones From Dead Birds To Better Monitor Wildlife
To make less-intrusive drones to monitor wildlife, some scientists have created what could be described as âzombie birdsâ using a combination of electronics and taxidermy. However, some Wyomingites said taxidermy drones arenât likely to catch on here.
Mark HeinzApril 28, 2023
âWild Kingdomâ Host Wants To Shoot Episodes In Wyoming
With the Mutual of Omahaâs âWild Kingdomâ series in its 60th year, the showâs current host, Peter Gros, said heâs interested in filming some episodes in Wyoming
Mark HeinzApril 28, 2023
Wyoming Company Uses Artificial Intelligence To Make Pipelines Safer
Flowstate, a Casper startup founded by Wyoming natives, is using artificial intelligence to develop software systems that make pipelines safer by detecting leaks quicker and minimizing false alarms.
April 28, 2023
Wyoming Republicans At Crossroads With Election, Couched As Battle For âGrassrootsâ Or âUnityâ
Teton County Republican Chair Mary Martin said she was disappointed with the state partyâs recent lawsuit with Natrona County and feels that it couldâve been avoided with better leadership instead of âshooting arrows at each other.â
Leo WolfsonApril 28, 2023
Neither Knife-Wielding Man Nor Shooting Officer To Be Charged In Rez Fight
Neither the man wielding a knife nor the federal Bureau of Indian Affairs agent who shot him will be charged with crimes in connection to the fight, federal prosecutors announced this week.Â
Clair McFarlandApril 28, 2023
International Trade Show In Casper Expected To Attract $100+ Million For Wyoming Tourism
Casper will be the Wyoming host city for a 2024 event that will bring dozens of travel agents looking for unique Western experiences to offer their clientele. Itâs anticipated the International Roundup will bring more than $100 million in visitor spending to the Cowboy State.
Renée JeanApril 28, 2023
Driskill Boots Kinskey To Curb, Will Name Nethercott As Chair Of Senate Appropriations Committee
Senate President Ogden Driskill stripped Sen. Dave Kinskey of his chairmanship of the Senate Appropriations Committee for not attending a meeting in person. Driskill said he will appoint Sen. Tara Nethercott in his place.
Leo WolfsonApril 28, 2023
Wyomingâs Gen Z Is Dreaming Up Ways To Bring Tech Outdoors With Smart Parks
University of Wyoming students are exploring what the future of outdoors tourism can look like for the Cowboy State. One idea is Smart Parks, which uses smartphones to enhance how people recreate outdoors.
Renée JeanApril 28, 2023