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Joe Stopper, a former senior energy advisor to the Trump White House and Interior Department, has joined the executive team for Ramaco Resources. He says the company, its Brook Mine and Wyoming figure to be major players in building up the U.S. rare earth industry.

Former Trump White House Energy Official Joins Wyoming Rare Earth Company

A former senior energy advisor to the Trump White House and Interior Department has joined the executive team for Ramaco Resources. He says the company and Wyoming figure to be major players in building up the U.S. rare earth industry.

David MadisonSeptember 23, 2025

Now that the Cheyenne City Council has approved a controversial noise ordinance targeting overly loud vehicles, can it be enforced? Cheyenne’s police chief says yes, while opponents worry the new rules could backfire.

How Does The Cheyenne Police Department Enforce The New Noise Mandate?

Now that the Cheyenne City Council has approved a controversial noise ordinance targeting overly loud vehicles, can it be enforced? Cheyenne’s police chief says yes, while opponents worry the new rules could backfire.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 23, 2025

Sheriffs deputies described walking in on a nightmare scene Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, in a home where a mother is suspected of shooting her four children, then herself. A next-door neighbor says they were blindsided and never saw any outward signs the mom was struggling.

Mother Of Byron Mom Who Killed Her Kids And Herself Sues Over Ketamine Medication

The mother of the Byron, Wyoming, mom who killed her four kids and herself in a murder-suicide earlier this year has filed a wrongful death lawsuit. She claims Sage Psychiatry and a nurse negligently let her daughter use the medication ketamine at home.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 23, 2025

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis speaking at Ramaco event

Guest Column: Wyoming Baseload Energy is Trump's Secret Weapon in AI War Against China

President Trump's AI initiative officially launched in July with a bold and declarative message: America will lead the artificial intelligence revolution, or we will cede our future to China. Wyoming energy is the key to winning this war. 

Guest ColumnSeptember 23, 2025

Natrona County School District 1 board Vice Chair Dana Howie on Monday offers her explanation and apology for a social media post.

Debate Over Cross-Dressing Custodian Boils Over At Casper School Board Meeting

A debate over a cross-dressing custodian at a Casper elementary school boiled over at Monday’s Natrona County school board meeting. A state legislator was escorted from the microphone by police, there were calls for a trustee to resign, and an apology.

Dale KillingbeckSeptember 23, 2025

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Bill Sniffin: A Wyoming Newcomer? Here Are Some Tips For Getting Along In The Cowboy State

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “Wyoming may have lots of newcomers based on projections of the current energy boom. What advice should we give these newbies?”

Bill SniffinSeptember 23, 2025

Members of the Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation met on Monday to discuss autonomous vehicles

Wyoming Leaders To Talk Self-Driving Vehicle Program With Tesla

Wyoming legislators on Monday discussed the feasibility of a self-driving vehicle pilot program in the state's government fleet. In the meantime, Sen. Chris Rothfuss emphasized, the state should pursue good laws on the topic.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 23, 2025

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NTSB Investigating Pipeline Explosion That Caused Inferno, Damaged Train Near Cheyenne

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating Sunday's natural gas pipeline eruption west of Cheyenne that damaged Union Pacific train cars and created a massive fireball that could be seen 60 miles away.

Justin GeorgeSeptember 22, 2025

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Cheyenne Teacher Faces New Charges After 2,100 Child Abuse Images Allegedly Found

The re-arrest of a Cheyenne teacher who was out on bond in a case where he’s accused of sexually touching children stemmed from the discovery of more than 2,100 images of children, some as young as 4, being sexually abused, court documents allege. 

Clair McFarlandSeptember 22, 2025

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Water-Efficient Data Center Model That Started In Wyoming Is Expanding To Texas

A low-water-use data center being developed in Evanston, Wyoming, by Prometheus Hyperscale is expanding to Texas. The data center in Evanston is still moving ahead as planned and will remain the company’s flagship.

Renée JeanSeptember 22, 2025

“Crow Indians Small War Party” by Kevin Red Star was the top selling item at the 44th Buffalo Bill Art Show at $50,000

Top Ten Selling Art From $1.2 Million Buffalo Bill Art Show And Sale

Here are the top ten highest-selling pieces at the 44th Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale, which brought in more than $1.2 million. Kevin Red Star's "Crow Indians Small War Party" was tops at $50,000.

Andrew RossiSeptember 22, 2025

An Oregon pilot (not pictured) who said he was trying to find a bathroom when he impatiently hit a flagger with his Jeep in Yellowstone was sentenced to two years in prison on Monday. He said the incident “ruined” his vacation.

Oregon Pilot Who Hit Yellowstone Flagger With Jeep Gets Two Years In Prison

An Oregon pilot who said he was trying to find a bathroom when he impatiently hit a flagger with his Jeep in Yellowstone was sentenced to two years in prison on Monday. He said the incident “ruined” his vacation.

Jackson WalkerSeptember 22, 2025

The bodies of two elk hunters — Andrew Porter of Asheville, North Carolina, and Ian Stasko of Salt Lake City, Utah — who went missing in southern Colorado on Sept. 11 were found Thursday. Some Wyoming hunters say it’s a grim reminder of the dangers weather and other backcountry hazards pose.

Coroner: Lightning Strike Killed Elk Hunters Found Dead In Colorado

The coroner in Conejos County, Colorado, confirmed on Monday that a lightning strike killed two elk hunters who went missing Sept. 11 and were found dead on Thursday.

Mark HeinzSeptember 22, 2025

Wyoming Rep. Scott Smith, who uses crutches due to a physical disability, walked nearly three miles to reach Charlie Kirk's funeral when traffic bottlenecked. “The number one takeaway (from that funeral) is the most important thing in life is your walk with Christ,” he said.

Wyoming Lawmaker Walks 3 Miles On Crutches To Get Seat At Charlie Kirk Funeral

Wyoming Rep. Scott Smith, who uses crutches due to a physical disability, walked nearly three miles to reach Charlie Kirk's funeral when traffic bottlenecked. “The number one takeaway (from that funeral) is the most important thing in life is your walk with Christ,” he said.

Clair McFarlandSeptember 22, 2025

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Dave Simpson: Charlie Kirk Killer Mobilizes Turning Point USA

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, “If you're old enough to remember the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the reaction to the death of Charlie Kirk bears a strong resemblance to how the nation reacted in November of 1963."

Dave SimpsonSeptember 22, 2025

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Cassie Craven: Don't Lose Sight Of Charlie Kirk's "Why"

Columnist Cassie Craven writes, “Charlie inspired a revival in a world that didn’t realize it needed one. He was a reminder that we’re running a race – with a disposable battery."

Cassie CravenSeptember 22, 2025

Clay Gibbons talks about the gangs that inhabited the Hole in the Wall during a 2024 tour. Wyoming’s infamous Wild West outlaw culture has inspired a documentary filmmaker to feature the Hole in the Wall hideout. He uses Wyoming voices to tell the story of the infamous outlaw outpost.

Hole In The Wall Film Uses Wyoming Voices To Tell Story Of Infamous Outlaw Hideout

Wyoming’s infamous Wild West outlaw culture has inspired a documentary filmmaker to feature the Hole in the Wall hideout. He uses Wyoming voices to tell the story of the infamous outlaw outpost.

Renée JeanSeptember 21, 2025

Herpetologist Charlotte Snoberger shared information about Wyoming’s snakes at a presentation in Casper. She teaches at Casper College.

Everything You've Ever Wanted To Know About Wyoming's Snake Community

A Wyoming herpetologist says the state’s 14 snake species and subspecies have some rarely seen varieties. One snake looks fake, another turns blue when it dies and one puts on a show by ‘dying’ for any creature or person who threatens it.

Dale KillingbeckSeptember 21, 2025

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