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Dave Simpson: I Keep Thinking, ‘This Too Shall Pass’
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "The look on my wife's face was one of shock, as if I'd gotten one of those Mike Tyson face tattoos instead of a simple haircut."
Dave SimpsonFebruary 07, 2023
Family Says Man Killed In Snowy Range Snowmobile Crash Was Fitness Guru Travis Just
A man killed Saturday in a snowmobile accident in the Snowy Range mountains near Centennial was well-known fitness guru and social media influencer Travis Just.
Mark HeinzFebruary 07, 2023
Chuck Gray’s Declared Open Season On Election Equipment; Lawmakers May Have Hit Their Limit
A Senate committee Tuesday torpedoed a pair of amendments Secretary of State Chuck Gray crafted that would have given his office authority over county clerks to question and remove election equipment.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 07, 2023
Conservative Think Tank Sends Wyoming Teachers Textbook Challenging ‘Climate Crisis’ Narrative
A conservative think tank sent out copies of a new textbook on climate change this week to teachers in Wyoming. It is raising alarm among those who want children taught that the planet is becoming uninhabitable as a result of climate change.
February 07, 2023
No Compromises So Far As Three Amendments To Wyoming Abortion Ban Fail
Arguably the most contentious bill in the Wyoming House of Representatives this session, the Life Is A Human Right Act resisted three attempted amendments Tuesday and is headed to its second floor vote.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 07, 2023
Twitter Suspends Montana Senator’s Account Because He Posted Hunting Photo
Even though Elon Musk purchased Twitter, that doesn't mean those who work for him follow the new regime's policies. That was apparent when Montana Sen. Steve Daines' Twitter account was briefly suspended for posting a hunting photo. His account was reinstated a few hours later.
Mark HeinzFebruary 07, 2023
‘It Could Happen to Anyone’: Wyoming Teen Was Lured, Beaten And Sex Trafficked
14 years after being groomed and sex trafficked by a man from another state, a 31-year-old Wyoming woman told Cowboy State Daily that living in a small town doesnt insulate potential victims from the dangers of the Internet.
Jen KocherFebruary 07, 2023
Risky Business: Joy-Riding Teen Rockets Dad’s Orange Porsche Through Gillette, Gets Arrested
It was just like the movie "Risky Business" (but without Guido, the killer pimp or any prostitutes). A 17-year-old boy who drove his dads orange Porsche through Gillette at 100 miles per hour now faces eluding and exhibition of speed citations. No word on if he was grounded.
Clair McFarlandFebruary 07, 2023
Wyoming Musher Finishes 2nd In Annual Pedigree Stage Stop Dog-Sled Race
Anny Malo made history when she crossed the finish line on Sunday to secure her fifth consecutive Pedigree Stage Stop Race while Wyoming musher Alix Crittenden finished a career-high second place behind Malo.
Jake NicholsFebruary 07, 2023
Lummis: Wyoming’s Drawing The Blueprint On Cryptocurrency
In a glowing speech on the floor of the Wyoming Senate on Monday, Sen. Lummis referenced the Legislatures work on developing Wyoming as a leader in digital assets, an industry Lummis has shown great interest in.Â
Leo WolfsonFebruary 07, 2023
Wyoming Conservatives Demand Answers From Pfizer Over Project Veritas Video
In a letter written to the pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, 22 conservative members of the Wyoming House said they wanted an explanation of claims made in a Project Veritas video including a claim that Pfizer is trying to capitalize financially by spreading disease, not curing it.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 07, 2023
Saratoga Skijoring 2023: A Broken Leg, Plenty Of Wrecks, And A Great Time
Visitors to Saratogas skijoring championship this past weekend will found a scene reminiscent of spring break, but its in the snow. Instead of college pranks, theres skijoring, with some of the best steak and pea moments aka wrecks around.Â
Renée JeanFebruary 07, 2023
Chinese Balloon Fears Not Enough To Pass Ban On Foreign Ownership Of Wyoming Property
Despite growing concerns about the threat China poses to the United States, a bill to ban foreign ownership of land, including mines and oil fields, failed to pass the Wyoming House of Representatives on Monday.Â
February 07, 2023
Rep. Ward Calls Out ‘Medical Cartel’ As Wyoming’s Postpartum Medicaid Extension Clears First Reading
Rep. Jeanette Ward said the medical cartel is to be blamed for Americas high rate of infant mortality, treating pregnancy as a disease rather than a healthy event. It has nothing to do with this bill, she said.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 07, 2023
Why Do Electricity Costs Keep Going Up Despite More Wind And Solar Being Added To Grid?
Despite increases every year in the amount of electricity produced from wind and solar, the cost of electricity keeps going up. In fact, consumers paid 14.3% more for electricity in 2022 than in 2021.
February 07, 2023
Bill Giving Tribes Control Of Indian Foster Child Placement Squeaks Through Committee
The Wyoming Senate is slated this week to hear the second of two proposed laws aimed at making non-native families the last resort for placing American Indian foster children. Â
Clair McFarlandFebruary 06, 2023
Saratoga On The Lookout For Elusive Mountain Lion Close To Town
Local Police, Game and Fish officials are watching for signs of a mountain lion that was spotted during daylight near a public space in Saratoga. So far, the cat has eluded efforts to find it, including drones.
Renée JeanFebruary 06, 2023
Proposed Relaxing Of Wyoming Gun Laws Would Cause Problems, Says New York Gun Control Activist
While bills before the Wyoming Legislature push to allow people to conceal carry firearms in more spaces, lifting those restrictions has caused trouble in other states, said Andy Pelosi, a gun control activist from New York.
Mark HeinzFebruary 06, 2023
Legislator Says Horse Slaughter ‘Worked Well’ Before, Could Be Answer To Wyoming’s Wild Horse Problem
There was a small step Monday toward Wyoming wild horses possibly being sent to slaughter, as the Wyoming House passed a resolution calling for Congress to allow it.
Mark HeinzFebruary 06, 2023
Scientists Say People In Colder Climates May Live Longer
Good news for Wyomingites... Science has proven that cold temperatures can prolong the life of cells. This refrigerator effect helps to slow the aging process, scientists say, while also killing off dangerous insects and bacteria that may otherwise survive in warmer climates.
Wendy CorrFebruary 06, 2023
Cat Urbigkit: Winter Conditions Cause Rangeland Emergency In Southwest Wyoming
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "High winds and frigid temperatures have caused an emergency on significant parts of Wyomings southwestern rangelands. Drifting snow has trapped cattle and sheep and prevented the animals from getting to adequate feed."
Cat UrbigkitFebruary 06, 2023
Bill Sniffin: Al Simpson Recalls His Dad Was Upset At The Corner Of Simpson And ‘Millard’ – Doh!
Bill Sniffin writes: They held the street-naming ceremony for Milward Simpson at the corner of Simpson and Milward Streets, but when they unveiled the signs, the signs read Simpson and Millard.
Bill SniffinFebruary 06, 2023
Pennie Hunt: I Am A Firewalker
Pennie Hunt writes: As I stood at the edge of this path of fire watching others successfully walk through and celebrate at the finish line, I wondered if I had the courage to do it.
Pennie HuntFebruary 06, 2023
Mouth-To-Snout: Bill To Allow Ambulance Transport, Medical Treatment For Police Dogs Fails
A bill to authorize ambulance services to transport injured police dogs and for EMS personnel to provide mouth-to-snout resuscitation on police dogs failed in a House committee meeting on Friday.
Leo WolfsonFebruary 06, 2023