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Before Moving To Wyoming, Couple Will Visit All 74 Libraries; Will Make Decision Based On Favorite
A retired military couple from Virginia is visiting all 74 libraries in Wyoming before determining which town they will move to. Shoshoni was a possibility until they learned the library was closing.
Wendy CorrNovember 27, 2022
Rod Miller: Unsolicited Advice to Wyoming Democrats
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "If your party needs two hundred-thousand votes to win a statewide office, but only fifty-thousand of your fellow Wyomingites buy into your message enough to cast their votes your way, then dont blame the voters. Blame your message."
Rod MillerNovember 27, 2022
Despite Decades Of Neglect & Abandonment, Trees At Century-Old Cheyenne Arboretum Refuse To Die
100 years ago, plant explorers rode trains across places like Mongolia and Siberia and took seeds and cuttings from what they hoped would be the hardiest of plants to send to Cheyenne. Many of those plants and trees are still around despite the neglect.
Renée JeanNovember 26, 2022
Couple Overhauls Drab, Awful Interior Of Iconic Onion-Shaped Bank Building In Casper
The iconic onion-shaped building in downtown Casper has always been eye-catching from the outside. But the interior was drab and horrible. Thankfully, no longer. Owners Dr. Joe and Diane McGinley have completely overhauled it.
Wendy CorrNovember 26, 2022
Biden’s Goal To Eliminate Oil Industry Jeopardizes Nearly $2 Billion For National Parks
Biden campaigned on a promise that he was going to eliminate the oil industry, and since taking office he has taken more than 100 steps to make good on that promise.
November 26, 2022
Rail Strike Would Destroy Wyoming’s Coal Industry But It’s Not Going To Happen
While a prolonged railroad worker strike would decimate many industries, including Wyomings coal mines, its unlikely Congress would allow that to happen.
November 25, 2022
A Satanic Tour Of Wyoming: Devils Tower, Devil’s Gate, Hell’s Half Acre And More
From Devil's Gate to Devil's Playground to Hell's Half Acre, Wyoming was a tough place to homestead as evidenced by how many name places have the word "devil" and "hell" in them.
Wendy CorrNovember 25, 2022
Miracle Hunt: Brain Cancer Survivor Bags Wyoming Elk
Childhood brain cancer left Kenneth Chip Madren disabled, but that didnt stop him from a hunt of a lifetime and bagging a Wyoming bull elk.
Mark HeinzNovember 25, 2022
Wyoming Stores Overstocked Because Of Supply Chain Concerns; Could Be Bargains Out There
Anticipating supply chain issues, many Wyoming stores are sitting on large inventories for the holiday season, which could mean some good bargains for shoppers.
Renée JeanNovember 25, 2022
Dave Walsh: It’s A Time For Family, Which Is What The Pokes Are
Dave Walsh writes: Your team becomes your family. Your teammates are your brothers and sisters. Coaches are often looked upon as father or mother-figures, or even older brothers or sisters.
Dave WalshNovember 25, 2022
Momentum Gathers On Capitol Hill To Scrutinize Albertsons-Kroger Mega Merger
A congressional subcommittee plans to hold hearings next week to investigate the super-sized merger of two grocery store chains that also has been criticized by Wyoming grocery workers.
Renée JeanNovember 25, 2022
Hunters Keep Shooting Each Other In Nebraska; Wyoming Hunters Say That Can Be Avoided
In the span of three days this month, three hunters in Nebraska were shot by other hunters in their own shooting parties. Wyoming hunters say there are ways to avoid shooting other people while hunting.
Mark HeinzNovember 24, 2022
Modern Day Cattle Rustlin’? Wyo Third Grader Can’t Find Her 1,500-Pound Bull Named Sparkles
An 8-year-old from Medicine Bow, Wyoming, who bottle-raised a 1,500-pound bull named Sparkles, is distraught because her bull is missing. Sparkles follows Kali Villarreal around like a pet and is very friendly with people. The family suspects it has been rustled.
Greg JohnsonNovember 24, 2022
Wyoming Man Who Created “How To Die In Yellowstone” Coloring Book Has New Books Out
Good news for fans who enjoyed his first coloring book about people getting ripped apart by grizzlies, impaled by bison, or taking acidic baths in 200+ degree temperatures (but all in a fun, lighthearted way), Wyoming author Andy Robbins has new books coming out.
Wendy CorrNovember 24, 2022
Dennis Sun: Finally, Studies Say Eating Red Meat Is Not Bad For Your Health
Dennis Sun writes: The scientists found weak evidence of association between unprocessed red meat consumption and colorectal cancer, breast cancer, type two diabetes and ischemic heart disease.
Dennis SunNovember 24, 2022
Pennie Hunt: Are You A Number Person Or A Word Person?
Pennie Hunt writes: Word people name everything. My current car is named Ruby. She followed Liberty, Blaze and so many others. My refrigerator is Kevin."
Pennie HuntNovember 24, 2022
Rod Miller: Thanksgiving And The Separation Of Church And State (What The Mayflower Really Brought To The New World)
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "Ill go out on a limb here and say that Thanksgiving is NOT the favorite holiday of Neo-theocrats and Bible-thumpers, like those religious zealots in the Wyoming Republican Party."
Rod MillerNovember 24, 2022
Legislation Could Give Wyoming Voters Final Say On Capping Property Tax Rates
Wyoming property valuations were up $7 billion this year. To deal with skyrocketing property taxes, the Revenue Committee approved an act that -- if passed by the Legislature -- would allow citizens to vote on capping property taxes.
Leo WolfsonNovember 24, 2022
Food Freedom Victory: Fremont County Farmers Market Store Can Sell Raw Milk
In a welcome about-face for Fremont County dairy farmers, state Department of Ag officials approved the sale of raw milk at a local farmers market.
Clair McFarlandNovember 24, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Lots To Be Thankful For – Mainly That Pandemic Is In Our Rearview Mirror
Bill Sniffin writes: I recall seeing a Lander sportsman standing before a teller in a local bank, with his pistol on his hip, wearing a mask and making a withdrawal.
Bill SniffinNovember 23, 2022
Greg Johnson: How I Made My First Real Date Projectile Vomit The Night Before Thanksgiving
Greg Johnson writes: Before getting out of the car, she made me promise to never tell anyone about what happened that night. I held up my right hand: pinky swear, double-dog-dare I promise. Its our secret. Of course, the first thing I did when I got home was tell my mom.
Greg JohnsonNovember 23, 2022
Cody School Board Member, GOP Legislator Spar Over ‘Sexualization’ Of Students; Both Lawyer Up
A war of words between Park County School Board member Stefanie Bell and State Rep. Rachel Rodriguez-Williams has escalated. Both have hired attorneys over remarks made at an event to stop the "sexualization" of children.
Clair McFarlandNovember 23, 2022
Wyoming Republicans Lobbying Lummis To Change Stance On Same-Sex Marriage
The Wyoming House Freedom Caucus has joined in voicing its displeasure with U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis in her vote to codify same-sex marriage in federal law. Lummis has doubled down.
Leo WolfsonNovember 23, 2022
Could Battery Farms Solve A Major US Wind Energy Problem?
Wyoming utility companies are adding battery storage to the electricity grid to address the intermittency of wind and solar. But even the most advanced battery farms have limited capacity and are hugely expensive.
November 23, 2022