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Could Another Quake Somewhere On Earth Trigger The Yellowstone Supervolcano?
In the aftermath of Turkey's devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake, one of the foremost authorities in seismology said seismic activity in one area could trigger earthquakes in other locations. But Yellowstone's earthquake expert said it is very unusual for an earthquake to trigger a volcano.
Jake NicholsFebruary 11, 2023
Wyoming Stores On Long List Of Bed, Bath & Beyond Closures
In another round of cost-saving moves, national big-box retailer Bed, Bath & Beyond has announced its closing hundreds of its brick-and-mortar stores, including the Casper and Cheyenne locations in Wyoming.
Renée JeanFebruary 11, 2023
Would You Buy An Electric Hummer If You Saw It On Netflix? GM Is Betting On It
General Motors is betting that more people will buy their electric vehicles if they see them in Netflix shows. The companies announced a partnership, and ads featuring Will Ferrell promoting the campaign will debut Sunday during the Super Bowl.
February 11, 2023
Drug-Sniffing Squirrels Possible, Not Practical, Says UWâs World-Renowned Squirrel Expert
John Koprowski, the University of Wyoming's internationally renowned expert on squirrels, said China's decision to train squirrels to sniff out illegal drugs is achievable, although not the most efficient way to fight the drug war.
Wendy CorrFebruary 11, 2023
Aerial Cattle Massacre: Feds Gun Down 65 Cows, Leaves Them To Rot
The U.S. Forest Service resorted to gunning down 65 stray cows this month in a New Mexico wilderness area. The cattle killed from the air are then left to rot. Wyoming rancher Dennis Sun condemned the practice.
Mark HeinzFebruary 11, 2023
Oops! Wyo State Rep Apologizes After Saying âDonât Get Your Panties In A Wadâ on House Floor
Legislative proceedings on Friday stopped right after Rep. Pendergraft said people were "getting their panties in a wad" over a bill changing the Wyoming driver's license. The gallery groaned and Pendergraft offered an immediate apology.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 10, 2023
Wyoming Drone Pilot Says Angry Resident Threatened To Turn Dogs On Him
One commercial drone pilot who testified against an intrusive drone bill on Friday said an angry Green River citizen told him his drone was "pissing her dogs off" and she warned him to land the drone or she would turn the dogs loose on him.
Mark HeinzFebruary 10, 2023
Why Modern Civilization Isnât Possible Without Fossil Fuels
When activists talk of an energy transition away from fossil fuels to wind and solar, theyre looking at a small subset of the total energy people use. The larger portion is heavy industry. Energy experts say civilization not only depends on heavy industry, its virtually impossible to run without fossil fuels.
February 10, 2023
Wyoming Senate Takes Rare Mid-Session Day Off Friday
With the state Senate ahead of the House in considering proposed legislation, the body took a day off Friday. State Sen. Charles Scott said this is the first time that's happened in the 44 years that he has served in the Legislature.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 10, 2023
Shoshone Tribe Seeks Alcohol License For Casino, Would Be Only One On Reservation
Though the Wind River Indian Reservation has been "dry" for decades, the Eastern Shoshone Tribe is attempting to gain a liquor license. It would be the only one on the reservation.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 10, 2023
Wyoming Republican Party âAlertsâ Members Against Child Marriage Bill
The Wyoming GOP dispatched an outside analysis condemning House Bill 7, which would ban all marriages for children younger than 16; the analysis argued that children who get pregnant should be allowed to marry with a judge's permission.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 10, 2023
Wyoming House Speaker Makes Emotional Plea For Elderly Fraud Victims
While debating a proposed law that would let banks intervene if they suspect elderly or disabled customers are being scammed, House Speaker Rep. Albert Sommers was tearful in relating the story of a vulnerable Wyomingite who was forced to live in dog poop while family members spent that person's money on drugs.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 10, 2023
Wyoming Senate OKs $1.2 Million For Pro-Coal Litigation
$1.2 million to sue Washington state in defense of Wyoming coal interests has gone unspent, so the governor wants to expand how else it can be used to support the industry.
February 10, 2023
Fake âNo Trespassingâ Sign Bill One Step Closer To Law After Committee Approval
A bill that would make false no trespassing signs tantamount to hunter harassment took a key step forward Thursday with a Wyoming legislative committee voting unanimously to forward it to the full Senate
Mark HeinzFebruary 10, 2023
Dave Walsh: Keep An Eye Out For Phillyâs No. 22, Former UW Star Marcus Epps In The Super Bowl
Dave Walsh writes: No. 22 on the Philadelphia defense brings special interest. Former Wyoming Cowboy, Marcus Epps, will be manning the secondary for the Eagles."
Dave WalshFebruary 10, 2023
Wyoming Filmmaker Says Film Incentives Bill Deliberately Killed By House Majority Leader
A Wyoming filmmaker says a bill that would have provided incentives to film companies that shoot Wyoming-centric films in the Cowboy State was targeted for failure by the Wyoming Freedom Caucus.
Renée JeanFebruary 10, 2023
Clair McFarland: Hell Hath No Fury Like Momâs Flying Toilet Paper
Clair McFarland writes: There are toilet paper rolls in weird places throughout the house. I wish I had known all along wish someone would have told me that it was my job to make the ruckus.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 10, 2023
Yes, They Are Coming For Your Gas Stove
The backlash against a proposed federal ban on gas stoves was dismissed as culture war bluster while Americans were assured nobodys coming for their gas stoves. Theres evidence that shows otherwise.
February 10, 2023
Sweeping Wyoming Abortion Ban Jumps To Senate With Huge âTriggerâ Caveat
The Life Is A Human Right Act has passed the Wyoming House of Representatives with a huge caveat: That it only can become law if the existing abortion "trigger" ban now blocked by a court is found unconstitutional by the Wyoming Supreme Court.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 09, 2023
Wyomingâs Wild Horses Debate Draws Attention Of English Wildlife Filmmakers
Some English documentary filmmakers told Cowboy State Daily on Thursday that wildlife management issues in the United Kingdom are similar to some in the U.S., and theyre exploring making Wyomings wild horses as the subject of their next film.
Mark HeinzFebruary 09, 2023
Rex Arney: Thank Chip Neiman For Another Failure Of Medicaid Expansion
Guest columnist Rex Arney writes: Maybe it is time for Wyoming voters, through the initiative process, to place Medicaid Expansion on the ballot for consideration in the 2024 general election.
Rex ArneyFebruary 09, 2023
Property Tax Relief Bills Die After Freedom Caucus Blocks Them
Both bills that aimed to give residential property a category of its own -- and would make it easier to provide property tax relief -- failed. That means any specifically targeted homeowner relief is likely dead as well.
Renée JeanFebruary 09, 2023
Wyoming Inmate Who Strangled, Beat Prison Nurse To Death Does Not Get âA Do-Overâ
A district court judge says Floyd DeWayne Grady, serving a life sentence for the murder and attempted rape of a female prison nurse doesnt get to reopen his case just because hes wishing for a do-over.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 09, 2023
Chuck Grayâs Crossover Voting Bill Gets Shot Down By Committee
The last bill still alive in the Wyoming Legislature that would have eliminated crossover voting failed Thursday in a Senate committee, dashing the chances of Secretary of State Chuck Gray to make good on one of his main campaign promises.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 09, 2023