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Barrasso, Lummis Say Blaming Oil Companies For High Energy Costs Is Foolish; AOC Disagrees
Wyoming Sens. John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis sharply disagreed with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and other Democrats who are blaming oil companies for high prices.
September 17, 2022
2,000-Yard Wyoming Antelope Kill Rekindles Debate Over Ethical Hunting Shot Distance
Should shooting an antelope at 2,000 yards be considered fair chase? Just how far is too far for ethical hunting shots was the subject of a lively discussion before the Wyoming Wildlife Task Force on Friday.
Mark HeinzSeptember 17, 2022
As Nation’s Energy Bills Rise, Wyoming Keeps Electric Rates Lower Than Average
Retail electricity rates rose 6% nationally over the past year, but folks in Wyoming are doing much better than most. In fact, commercial electricity rates in Wyoming are 20% lower than the national average.
September 16, 2022
Wyoming Lawmakers Propose To Nearly Double Cigarette Taxes Â
The Legislature's Joint Revenue Committee on Wednesday passed a draft bill that would add a 44-cent per pack hike in cigarette taxes.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 16, 2022
Nine Road Trips for Autumn Colors in WyomingÂ
Forget New England weve got plenty of fall foliage right here in the Cowboy State. Follow our guide to see some great colors and let us know of other good locations.
September 16, 2022
Jim Geringer Will Never Forget His 2000 One Shot Antelope Hunt
Back in 2000, Gov. Geringer had one doozy of a hunt. It was full of tenacity, horrible weather, miles and miles of hiking, tourists scared out of their wits, and more.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 16, 2022
Dave Walsh:Â Wyoming Against Air Force Should Bear Fruit Of Good RivalryÂ
Dave Walsh writes: The Wyoming Air Force game has become a respectful rivalry and is almost guaranteed to be hotly-contested with great intensity from start to finish.
Dave WalshSeptember 16, 2022
Rod Miller: The Myth That The Horse Rode In On
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "Until science came along with its pesky questions and demand for proof, myth had a monopoly on the human mind."
Rod MillerSeptember 16, 2022
Josh Allen’s Dad Will Sing National Anthem At Wyoming Cowboys Game On Friday Night
The father of former UW quarterback and NFL superstar Josh Allen will be singing the National Anthem at the Cowboys game on Friday night at War Memorial Stadium.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 16, 2022
Father Identifies Body Found In Campbell County On Wednesday Is Of His Son, Bryan Morgan
The father of a Gillette man who had been missing since September 2 announced on Thursday that a body found north of Gillette on Wednesday is that of his son, Bryan Morgan.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 16, 2022
Legislature Moves Forward With Permanent Funding For Suicide Call Centers
The State Legislature's Revenue committee supported drafting legislation that permanently funds Wyoming's two 24/7 suicide hotline facilities.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 16, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Thursday, September 15, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Thursday was in Moose at $4.98 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Laramie at $3.09 per gallon.
September 16, 2022
Proposed Elk Tag Allocation Could Put More Nonresident Hunters In Eastern WyomingÂ
Proposed changes to Wyomings elk hunting tag allocations could concentrate more non-resident hunters in the eastern part of the state
Mark HeinzSeptember 16, 2022
Pronoun Controversy: Teachers Will Not Get Prosecuted In Sweetwater County For ‘Misgendering’ Students
Teachers in Sweetwater County do not need to fear state criminal prosecution for calling a student by their wrong pronoun, according to the countys top prosecutor.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 16, 2022
Gordon: Wamsutter, Wyoming Is Ground Zero For Hydrogen Power; Williams To Invest $300 Million
Gov. Mark Gordon on Thursday welcomed a new $300 million initiative by the Williams energy company by using hydrogen as a clean energy source, and its using its existing infrastructure in Wamsutter.
September 16, 2022
Yes, It’s Possible To Make Wine In Wyoming And To Grow The Grapes Too
Patrick Zimmerer has been growing grapes on his farm outside of Torrington since 2001. His winery, Table Mountain Vineyards, has more than 10,000 vines.
Wendy CorrSeptember 15, 2022
Draft Bill Would Make Flying Drones Near Private Property Illegal And Considered Trespassing
Flying drones over or too near private property in Wyoming would be a form of trespassing, according to a draft bill forwarded this week by the Legislatures Joint Judiciary committee.
Mark HeinzSeptember 15, 2022
State GOP To Select Secretary of State Candidates On Sept. 24
GOP State Chairman Frank Eathorne announced the party will convene on Sept. 25 to select a pool of three possible Secretary of State candidates.Â
Leo WolfsonSeptember 15, 2022
Wyoming Energy Dodges Bullet With Railroad Strike HaltÂ
With railroad companies and their unions narrowly avoiding a strike, Wyoming's mineral producers narrowly avoided a disastrous situation.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 15, 2022
Wyoming Officials Approve 3 Charter Schools After Heated ‘Indoctrination’ Debate
The state's top five elected officials approved charter schools in Chugwater, Casper and Cheyenne Wednesday following a meeting where the public sparred about whether charter schools or public schools "indoctrinate" children politically.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 15, 2022
Bill Sniffin: What Are Wyoming’s 7 Greatest Man-Made Wonders
Bill Sniffin asks: But getting back to the question at hand what would be on such a list of Wyomings 7 greatest man-made wonders? What would qualify?
Bill SniffinSeptember 15, 2022
Mountain View Football Team Honors Fallen American Soldiers On Helmets
The Mountain View High School football team proudly displays the names of fallen American soldiers on their football helmets, which head coach Brent Walk says brings a sense of pride to his athletes and the community.
Wendy CorrSeptember 15, 2022
First Wildlife Overpass Across Interstate 80 In Wyoming To Be Built Near Elk Mountain
The first wildlife overpass across Interstate 80 will be at a location near Elk Mountain. The project received an additional $10 million appropriation for the project on Tuesday.
Mark HeinzSeptember 14, 2022
Barrasso Rips Biden For Draining Strategic Petroleum Reserve To Lowest Level In Nearly 40 Years
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso on Wednesday said, The Strategic Petroleum Reserve is there for emergencies national emergencies, war not to cover over bad policies."
September 14, 2022