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Greg Johnson: You’re Never Too Old To Believe In Santa
Greg Johnson writes: If theres one universal tradition thats consistent year after year, its giving. Thats because the holidays arent about the stuff, theyre about the spirit behind the stuff. I count myself lucky I grew up in a house where giving outweighs the getting.
Greg JohnsonDecember 24, 2022
A Lump Of Coal From Santa Was Once A Positive Thing, Then People Started Taking Energy For Granted
A stocking full of coal wasnt always a bad thing. Back when energy sources weren't as plentiful, coal was viewed as a positive gift. Then people took it for granted and coal became demonized.
December 24, 2022
More Than 1 Million Reasons To Enjoy The Christmas Season In Gillette
This northeast Wyoming citys free Festival of Lights at its Cam-plex Park has grown into an event that attracts thousands of cars each year for a free display that features multiple scenes, holiday music and even a drive-in Christmas theater.
Renée JeanDecember 24, 2022
With One EMT Killed and Another Critical, Wyoming Responds With ‘Broken Hearts’
Less than 36 hours after a semitrailer plowed into a Carbon County ambulance, killing one EMT and critically injuring another, a pair of GoFundMe efforts have raised more than $70,000.
Greg JohnsonDecember 24, 2022
Woman Dies Day After Hitting Tree In Cheyenne
A woman died Thursday after hitting a tree in inclement weather the day before near downtown Cheyenne. The Cheyenne police department is investigating the accident.
Jimmy OrrDecember 24, 2022
Need A Last Minute Christmas Gift? Restaurant In Gillette Has A $23,000 Bottle Of Wine
Good news, last minute Christmas shoppers! A 2013 vintage Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Romanée Conti bottle of wine from Burgundy France is available from the Prime Rib restaurant in Gillette for only $23,000.
Renée JeanDecember 23, 2022
Bill Sniffin: This Christmas, Let’s Remember Two Heroes Who Also Became Victims
Bill Sniffin writes: The people of Wyoming need to give thanks to first responder Tyeler Harris, 29, of Saratoga and to Safety Officer Bruce Lang, 68, of Pine Haven, who lost their lives trying to save others.
Bill SniffinDecember 23, 2022
A Gathering Of Faiths: Rabbi Celebrates Hanukkah With Cheyenne Unitarians
I am a very unusual rabbi, said Rabbi Moshe Halfon. I play drums, I dance with Nigerians, I meditate with Buddhists and Ive been with pagans.
Leo WolfsonDecember 23, 2022
Dave Walsh: University Of Wyoming Sports Gives Fans Plenty For The Holidays
Dave Walsh writes: The Wyoming Cowboys will be opening their Christmas present next Friday in Tucson, Arizona. The Arizona Bowl is their gift, and the Ohio Bobcats are their challenge.
Dave WalshDecember 23, 2022
Cowboy State Daily Staff Recall Lovely, And Weird, Christmas Memories
From trying to bribe Santa to age-inappropriate explosive chemistry sets, the Cowboy State Daily team shares some of their strangest, and most endearing, holiday memories.
Wendy CorrDecember 23, 2022
Rough Week For Wyoming Livestock, But Nothing Like The ‘Big Die-Up’ Of 1886-87
Although Wyoming is experiencing a severe winter storm, from a ranching perspective its nothing like the Big Die-Up of 1886-87, when hundreds of thousands of cattle perished across Wyoming and the West.
Mark HeinzDecember 23, 2022
Wyoming Supreme Court Declines To Hear Abortion Lawsuit
Abortion remains legal in Wyoming as challenge to states trigger ban law sent back to Teton County court.
Clair McFarlandDecember 23, 2022
Flamethrowers, Long-Distance Rifles, Chainsaws: 10 Last-Minute Gifts For The Outdoors-Person You Love
How about a flamethrower for Christmas? Or maybe a Krapp Strapp for that someone special? Perhaps a grizzly-proof suit? Outdoors writer Mark Heinz presents his top-10 gift ideas for the Christmas season.
Mark HeinzDecember 22, 2022
Why Work? Wyoming Unemployed Family Can Make $80,000 In Benefits, Health Subsidies
In Wyoming, the study says the earned income equivalent for a family with both parents not working and two dependents, including unemployment and ACA benefits, was $79,294 last year.Â
December 22, 2022
Gordon Orders Flags Be Flown At Half-Staff For Rescuer Who Fell Through Ice In Crook County
Gov Gordon on Thursday announced flags will be flown at half-staff on Friday for a volunteer firefighter who perished on a rescue mission after falling through the ice at Keyhole Reservoir in Crook County.
Jimmy OrrDecember 22, 2022
Wyoming Highway Patrol Calls Snowstorm Unprecedented: 787 Calls, 196 Motorist Assists, 104 Crashes
A Wyoming Highway Patrol veteran says hes never seen anything like the perfect storm of winter that hit the Cowboy State on Wednesday, killing a first responder and causing near white-out conditions across the state.
Leo WolfsonDecember 22, 2022
$25 Billion Grocery Albertsons – Kroger Mega Merger Clears Another Legal Hurdle
A Kroger-Albertsons deal that promises to impact 750 Wyoming grocery workers continues to pursue federal approval, while legal challenges are down to an appeal pending in Washington state.
Renée JeanDecember 22, 2022
Yes, Boiling Water Can Turn Instantly Into Snow
With sub-zero temperatures present in most places across Wyoming, it is possible to turn boiling water instantly into snow. Just be careful if you try it.
Jimmy OrrDecember 22, 2022
Casper Breaks All-Time Record With 42 Degrees Below Zero As Wyoming Gets Blasted By Cold
Casper broke an all-time record on Thursday morning with a temperature of 42 degrees below zero. It's not the only record that occurred as Wyoming is getting pummeled by cold.
Jimmy OrrDecember 22, 2022
Lummis: Hard-Working American Taxpayers Should Not Pay For Ukrainian War
Following the Ukrainian president's speech before a joint session of Congress, Sen. Cynthia Lummis said she appreciated his remarks but "hardworking taxpayers" should not "fit the bill" for the Ukrainian War.
Leo WolfsonDecember 22, 2022
Wyoming Highway Patrol Urges Drivers To Stay Home, Shares Video Showing They Can’t See Anything
The Wyoming Highway Patrol shared a video Wednesday night showing zero visibility in -18 below weather in a patrol car outside of Cheyenne. Troopers are urging drivers to stay home.
Jimmy OrrDecember 22, 2022
Pennie Hunt: Never Be Afraid To Ask For Help
Pennie Hunt writes: The feelings of cold and isolation can strike at any time. Anger, rejection, betrayal, grief, fear and depression all create feelings of cold and isolation.
Pennie HuntDecember 22, 2022
Wyoming Getting Screwed In Colorado River Pact; Too Many People Using Wyoming Water, Observers Say
A Wyoming state senator and a Colorado water expert say Wyoming is getting stiffed on the Colorado River Compact. They say the 100-year-old compact has very little benefit to Wyoming.
Mark HeinzDecember 22, 2022
Gillette Prepares For 55,000 Camporee Attendees, Will Be Largest City In Wyoming For A Week
When the International Pathfinder Camporee rolls into Gillette, it will bring a whopping 55,000 people and an estimated $15 million to $20 million economic impact.
Renée JeanDecember 22, 2022