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Wyoming Homeless Man Wanted Kids Back, Then Didn’t Show Up For Court And Lost Parental Rights
The Wyoming Supreme Court has affirmed the state had a right to take children from a homeless Cheyenne man, who planned to fight allegations hes an unfit father, but then failed to show up to court to present his case.
Clair McFarlandDecember 08, 2022
‘Not Voodoo’: Wyoming Expands Cloud Seeding Amid Prolonged Drought
Although some consider it voodoo, the state Legislature's Select Water Committee on Wednesday voted unanimously to continue to pay for a $2 million cloud seeding program in Wyoming.
Leo WolfsonDecember 08, 2022
Casper Aquifer Plan Considers How I-80 Spills Could Contaminate Laramie Drinking Water
I-80 travels above the Casper Aquifer while descending through Telephone Canyon east of Laramie. Thousands of vehicles use the interstate every day, many transporting hazardous materials. The aquifer supplies more than half the drinking water for Laramie.
December 08, 2022
Paul Ulrich: The Beauty Of Wyoming’s Small Ski Resorts & Learning To Ski On Tow Ropes & T-Bars
Columnist Paul Ulrich writes, "The T-Bar is a spring loaded, twig and berry seeking mechanism that surely has left thousands of otherwise strong, healthy young men sterile. You literally attempt to put this frozen grape crusher between your legs to ride up the slope."
Paul UlrichDecember 08, 2022
Are Kids Really Going Hungry In Wyoming?
Despite outward appearances, hunger is a real problem for many of Wyomings children. One pastor told Cowboy State Daily shes had heartbreaking interactions with children who have no access to food at home.
Wendy CorrDecember 08, 2022
Without Enough Pilots, Airlines Cutting Service Across Wyoming
Demand for service is rising at regional airports across the state, but a pilot shortage has forced airlines to cut the number of available flights at most of the states nine commercial airports.
Renée JeanDecember 08, 2022
What Happened To Wyoming’s Anticipated Lithium Boom?
For a brief time in 2013, there was much buzz and excitement about lithium deposits in southwest Wyoming near Rock Springs. Like many stories hinting at mining booms, the lithium hype gave way to economic realities.
December 08, 2022
Riverton Man Found Under Cardboard Boxes Died Of Hypothermia, Excess Alcohol
A man found dead under cardboard boxes in downtown Riverton last month died from a case of hypothermia complicating acute and chronic alcohol abuse, the Fremont County Coroner reported Tuesday. Â
Clair McFarlandDecember 08, 2022
Church Elder Who Called Trans Student A Male Booted From UW Hall For A Year
The University of Wyoming is suspending a Laramie church elders ability to reserve table space in its student union for a year after the man on Friday posted a sign that displayed a transgender students name and called that student a male.
Clair McFarlandDecember 08, 2022
Former Patrolman, Legislator Criticizes Highway Patrol For Not Identifying Hit-And-Run Driver
A former trooper and legislator is criticizing the Wyoming Highway Patrol for not releasing the name of a driver involved in a hit-and-run that severely injured a woman six weeks ago. Â The driver is reportedly an immediate family member of a Torrington police officer.
Clair McFarlandDecember 08, 2022
Aaron Turpen: How To Be a Safe Driver (I’m An Expert, Listen To Me)
Automotive writer Aaron Turpen says if you are not merging onto the Interstate at the speed limit (75 or 80mph) you are putting everyone in danger and are a menace to society.
Aaron TurpenDecember 07, 2022
‘Electric Ain’t Gonna Work’: Long-Haul Truckers In Wyoming Not Fans Of Tesla Semi
Long haul truckers driving through Wyoming told Cowboy State Daily on Wednesday that Tesla electric trucks weren't going to work for them because of driving range limits and charging times . "Don't want it, don't need it, no way," one trucker said.
December 07, 2022
Misconduct Charges Against Bouchard Dropped; Vows Not To ‘Kiss Anybody’s Ring’
After being told that a legislative investigation of his alleged misconduct has been dropped, Sen. Anthony Bouchard told Cowboy State Daily that he represents the people who elected him and he's "not going to kiss anybody's ring."
Leo WolfsonDecember 07, 2022
Wyo Highway Patrol Got Rid Of Sig Sauer Pistols After Trooper’s Gun Discharged Accidentally
The Wyoming Highway Patrol issued Sig Sauer P320 pistols as their main duty weapons for a time, but switched brands about two years ago after a troopers pistol went off unintentionally, an agency spokesman said
Mark HeinzDecember 07, 2022
Celebrated Wyoming Artist Richard Greeves Dies, Leaves Western Legacy Around The Globe
Well-known Wyoming sculptor Richard V. Greeves died Dec. 1 at age 86. Best known for his monumental bronzes of Native Americans, his work memorializes the American West in galleries and museums throughout the world.
Wendy CorrDecember 07, 2022
To Increase Confidence In Elections, Legislator Says Every Ballot Should Be Made Public
State Sen. Cale Case wants a database set up where people can inspect every ballot cast in Wyoming elections. He said only the image of the person's ballot would be viewable, not the name or other identification.
Leo WolfsonDecember 07, 2022
The Mystery Of Wyoming Pearl Harbor Survivor No. 12
When Cheyenne residents Jeremy and Cecelia Bay saw a Wyoming Pearl Harbor Survivor license plate in a Hawaii pawnshop, they knew they couldnt leave it there. That plate needed to go home. They couldnt leave it behind.
Renée JeanDecember 07, 2022
Actually, Only One Committee Chair Signed Sen. Driskill’s Pre-Resignation Letter
Sen. Ogden Driskill on Tuesday said only one committee chair signed a pre-resignation letter that promises good conduct. He said others gave him verbal pledges promising to uphold proper decorum.
Leo WolfsonDecember 07, 2022
Lummis Says Twitter Files Show ‘Wrongdoing,’ Could Prompt FBI Probe
In response to the report that Twitter suppressed the Hunter Biden laptop story, Sen. Lummis said she supports legislation that would compel social media platforms to publicly report every instance of government entities asking for content moderation.
Clair McFarlandDecember 07, 2022
Sig Sauer Suckfest? Not So Fast, Wyoming Gun Enthusiasts Say
A pending lawsuit against gun manufacturer Sig Sauer claims one of the companys most popular law enforcement and self-defense pistol models fires unexpectedly, but some Wyoming gun enthusiasts said that hasnt affected them.
Mark HeinzDecember 07, 2022
Biden To Hold Meeting With American Oil And Gas Producers To Ask Them To Help Ukraine
The Biden administration plans to hold a meeting with American oil executives to discuss ways to support Ukrainian energy needs after two years of aggressively trying to stop American oil production.
December 07, 2022
Blame It On The Rut: Buck Attempts To Attack Its Reflection, Ends Up Crashing Thru Window
Game wardens speculate that a mule deer buck became enraged at its own reflection and tried to attack it. The buck ended up crashing through a home window and then relaxing in the home office.
Mark HeinzDecember 06, 2022
Biden OKs New Solar Deployment On Public Lands While Oil & Gas Leases Remain Few And Far Between
While the Biden administration remains committed to halting oil and gas production on federal lands, the U.S. Department of Interior announced this week it would accelerate solar deployment on public lands.Â
December 06, 2022
‘This Sport Is All Enforcers’: Professional Ice Fighting Coming To Wyoming
By eliminating the puck, skating and net, Ice Wars International has created a different type of hockey -- all fighting. Professional ice fighting, which is just two guys on skates beating the crap out of each other, will make its U.S. debut in Cheyenne next year.
Jimmy OrrDecember 06, 2022