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Walmart Corporation Names Cody, Wyoming's Walmart 'Supercenter of the Year'
Codyâs Walmart Supercenter has risen to the top of the chainâs thousands of stores. Out of more than 3,570 stores in the United States, the corporation named the Cody store 'Supercenter of the Year.'
Wendy CorrApril 23, 2023
Riverton Woman Has Rolled Past 611,000 Miles In Her Toyota Corolla
Melissa Gardner says maintenance is the key to piling up 611,000 miles on her 2007 Toyota Corolla. The Riverton, Wyoming woman plans to keep driving Corolla until the âengine falls out on the highway.â
Renée JeanApril 23, 2023
Rod Miller:  Woke Fascists in Wyoming Or Political Speech 101
Columnist Rod Miller writes: Words like 'fascist' and 'woke' are used as pejorative shorthand for anyone who doesnât adhere to one political view or another. Words like that donât do anything to elevate our political conversation. Rather, they are used to emphasize and reinforce an 'Us vs. Them' mentality."
Rod MillerApril 23, 2023
New Triceratops Exhibit At Wyoming State Museum Already A Hit Even Before It Opens
A new Triceratops thatâs part of a display opening in May is already on display at the Wyoming State Museum in Cheyenne, and was the star of an adults-only Jurassic party to preview the exhibit â even though heâs really a Cretaceous kid.
Renée JeanApril 23, 2023
With More Than 20 Murals, Laramie Downtown Wears Its Art On Its Sleeve
A collaboration that began a dozen years ago has blossomed into Laramieâs downtown district being peppered with more than 20 colorful and thought-provoking murals.
Wendy CorrApril 23, 2023
Dennis Sun: White House Regulations Do Not Make Sense
Columnist Dennis Sun writes: "At times, the government tells us how much they support agriculture and remind us of the millions of dollars they have made available through numerous programs to help ag. Then, the very next week, they pull the rug out from under us with more unnecessary regulations."
Dennis SunApril 23, 2023
Guest Column: God's Cases -- Unsolved Wyoming Murders
Rep. Art Washut writes, "Murder in June 1982 â the victim, Stan Henry, was laid to rest in a few days but his case has remains open, at least technically. Despite dogged investigation and generous rewards being offered for information, his killer has never been identified or brought to justice."
Rep. Art WashutApril 23, 2023
Wyoming Democrats Hope To Take Page Out Of Colorado Playbook To Gain Back Power
Wyoming Democratic Chairman Joe Barbuto said his party plans to study some of the tactics used by the Colorado Democratic Party and Democrats across the nation in the last decade to learn how it can regain power in Wyoming.
Leo WolfsonApril 23, 2023
Brotherhood Of Cheyenne Firefighters Includes Two Who Are Actually Brothers
After college, the lives of the two brothers diverged for a time, until one of became a firefighter. That ultimately brought them together as Cheyenne firefighters in whatâs become a dream job for both.
Renée JeanApril 22, 2023
Bill Sniffin: Are We Seeing The Last Days Of Oldest Baby Boomers?
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: "Baby boomers are dying at an alarming rate. This is not a good trend for a whole bunch of us. And shoot, I am probably the oldest baby boomer."
Bill SniffinApril 22, 2023
Dome On The Range: Original Wyoming Capitol Cupola Sits In Field Next To Abandoned Schoolhouse
When the Wyoming Legislature decided to fix the roof of the state Capitol in the late 1990s, it meant taking down two original 1917 domes. One is MIA, while the other â dubbed the "Dome on the Range" â sits in a Wyoming field next to an old one-room schoolhouse.
April 22, 2023
Wyoming Man Who Wore Original Taco Johnâs Mascot Suit Says It Was A Horrible Job
It's been 40 years, but Dave Herrington will never forget his experience as one of the original mascots for Cheyenne-based Taco John's. The heavy costumes were not well-ventilated which was an issue in the summer heat.
Renée JeanApril 22, 2023
Freedom Caucus Members Stand By Decision In Voting Against Suicide Call Centers
Members of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus interviewed by Cowboy State Daily said they are standing by their votes not to fund the suicide call centers in Wyoming. Their reasoning varies from wanting to further study the issue to believing it's not the government's role.
Leo WolfsonApril 22, 2023
Roof Collapse In Casper After Massive Snowstorm Not Widespread Issue, Natrona County Building Inspector SaysÂ
Accumulation of snow on roofs is sometimes quite stealthy, and they can also be deadly. Hereâs what to know about whether snow is creating a hazard for your home.
Renée JeanApril 21, 2023
Those âOtherâ Deer: Wyoming Whitetail Often Ignored, But Still Loved By Some HuntersÂ
Whitetail deer are often regarded as an afterthought among Wyomingâs big game animals â overshadowed by elk, antelope and mule deer. But some hunters still treasure them.Â
Mark HeinzApril 21, 2023
Wyoming Elected Officials Call Reintroduction Of $100 Trillion Green New Deal 'Bullshit,' âNightmareâ And 'Disaster'
Wyoming elected officials reacted to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez' reintroduction of her $110 trillion Green New Deal that pushes for the elimination of cattle emissions as 'bullshit,' 'fantasy,' 'disaster,' and 'nightmare' among other things.
April 21, 2023
Cheyenne Hydroelectric Generator Will Produce Enough Power For The Cityâs Water Treatment FacilityÂ
The City Of Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities financed a $20 million hydroelectric plant that is expected to generate enough power for the cityâs water treatment facility. Over its 50-year life, itâs expected to bring in a net income between $31 million and $35 million.
April 21, 2023
Guest Column: Why Conservatives Are Wary Of Federal Solutions, From Land Disputes To Suicide Hotlines
Rep. Pepper Ottman writes, "To insinuate to someone impacted by suicide that had they simply paid a little more in taxes, they wouldnât have suffered the loss that they suffered is more than deeply offensive, and displays a fundamental misunderstanding of mental health and wellness."
Rep. Pepper OttmanApril 21, 2023
Gillette Felon Faces 15 Years For Having Dead Man's Loaded Glock, Tons Of Drugs
Zachary Stott faces up to 15 years in federal prison for allegedly possessing a Glock and 13 rounds of 9mm ammunition he said he took from a Colorado man who got "hit.â
Clair McFarlandApril 21, 2023
Still No Sign Of Teton Park Grizzly 399, But Close Followers Of Famed Bruin Not Too ConcernedÂ
Wyomingâs most beloved bear, Grizzly 399, has yet to emerge from her den, but some of her closest followers say thereâs no reason to worry, yet.Â
Mark HeinzApril 21, 2023
Rock Springs Parents Suing School Board For Hiding Daughter's Transgender Identity
Sean and Ashley Willey are suing the Sweetwater County School District No. 1 board and some administrators for allegedly helping to gender-transition their daughter while actively hiding it from them, despite the girl's history of mental health issues. Â
Clair McFarlandApril 21, 2023
âBreaks My Heartâ: State Legislators React To Opening Of Second Wyoming Abortion Clinic
House Majority Leader Chip Neiman told Cowboy State Daily the opening of Wyoming's second abortion clinic marks a "sad day for little human beings that donât have the ability to say no."
Leo WolfsonApril 21, 2023
Dave Walsh: Cowgirls Tennis On The Edge Of Making History With Conference Title
Dave Walsh writes: âIt really doesnât matter what sport weâre talking about. Wyoming vs. Air Force is very special in so many ways. And it could be anything from tennis to football to tiddlywinks. If itâs Wyoming vs. Air Force, itâs big.â
Dave WalshApril 21, 2023
Six UW Sorority Members Suing Over Transgender Members Name Themselves To Continue Lawsuit
Six of the seven women suing over the induction of a transgender member in to the Kappa Kappa Gamma sororityâs University of Wyoming chapter have complied with a judgeâs order that they not be anonymous in their lawsuit.
Clair McFarlandApril 20, 2023