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Songwriters Behind Some Of Country’s Biggest Names To Be At Yellowstone Songwriter Festival
The songwriters behind some of the biggest hits of Garth Brooks, Martina McBride, George Strait, Vince Gill, and others will be attending the Yellowstone Songwriter Festival from September 8 - 10 in Cody.
Wendy CorrSeptember 02, 2022
Woman Shot In The Head In Second Early Morning Shooting In Casper On Friday
A woman is being treated for gunshot injuries to her head following a shooting in Casper on Friday morning. An earlier shooting left one man dead in Casper.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 02, 2022
Man Killed In Shootout With Police In Casper On Friday Morning
A man is dead following a shootout with two Casper police officers in the early morning hours on Friday near Lake McKenzie in Casper.
Jimmy OrrSeptember 02, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Ignore Cheney And Trump – The Stars Of August Primary Were Wyoming Voters
Bill Sniffin writes: Cheneys argument might have been more effective had she put up a more impressive campaign but the result for her was ignominious. Her future bully pulpit is diminished by the size of her loss.
Bill SniffinSeptember 02, 2022
Wyoming Family Of Fallen Marine Rylee McCollum Refiles Lawsuit Against Alec Baldwin
The Wyoming family of fallen U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum is reviving a defamation lawsuit against actor Alec Baldwin over comments he made online.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 02, 2022
Riverton Family Defends Son’s Chemotherapy Pause; Doctor Calls Authorities Â
Fearing their child could handle no more chemotherapy, a Riverton family took a break from the treatment while pursuing alternate medicine. They are now under investigation for child neglect.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 02, 2022
Wyoming’s Luck With Wildfire Holds, So Far
Despite high temperatures and loads of dead fuel in its forests, Wyoming has so far avoided a nasty wildfire season -- but with post-summer outdoor activity ramping up, luck might not hold, officials said.
Mark HeinzSeptember 02, 2022
Family Of Wyoming’s Luke Bell Mourns Loss
The family of fallen country star Luke Bell released a statement on Thursday thanking friends and fans for their support and asking for privacy as they "grieve and honor his memory."
September 02, 2022
Wyoming Lobbying Groups Primary Election Scorecard
Cowboy State Daily analyzed Wyoming lobby group giving and candidate endorsement data from the recent primary election to get an idea of which groups were more successful and which groups may have fallen short of their goals.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 01, 2022
Record-Breaking Gun, Ammo Sales Windfall Helps Wyoming ConservationÂ
Wyoming will get its share of the record-breaking $300 million-plus in excise tax funds posted by the gun and ammunition industry in the first quarter of 2022.
Mark HeinzSeptember 01, 2022
Dave Walsh Bobbleheads To Be Given Away Saturday To Thank Dave For 38 Years
Cowboy State Daily columnist Dave Walsh will be at War Memorial Stadium on Saturday as 5,000 bobbleheads are handed out to honor Walsh's 38 years of broadcasting Cowboy football games.
Dave WalshSeptember 01, 2022
Wyoming Friends Mourn Passing of Cody Musician Luke BellÂ
Friends of the young musician say Luke Bell, a Cody native, lit up a room whenever he entered. News of his passing last week has reverberated around the country.
Wendy CorrSeptember 01, 2022
Violent Summer Crime Continues In Riverton, Wyoming’s Felony Capital Â
Riverton, Wyoming's crime capital, experienced a homicide, multiple stabbings, knife fights, and a handgun assault just in the past week as its summer crime wave continues.
Clair McFarlandSeptember 01, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Thursday, September 1, 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 Casper at $3.23 per gallon.
September 01, 2022
Girlfriend of Missing Laramie Man Asks Public for Help Â
Chris Mauk, who is missing his left leg from a fireworks injury six years ago, does not have a prosthetic leg, his girlfriend said, and walks on crutches that often leave his hands blistered if hes on them for too long.
Jen KocherSeptember 01, 2022
Aaron Turpen: Before You Ask, Let Me Explain What I Do for a Living
Cowboy State Daily automotive writer Aaron Turpen writes: "People see me driving new cars all the time and wonder what I do. Ive been asked if Im a drug dealer, a spy, or some kind of car dealer."
Aaron TurpenSeptember 01, 2022
Wyoming Primary Election Write-In Candidates Included Walt Longmire, Mickey Mouse
Some Wyoming counties publicly posted write-in candidates in the primary election. In Sweetwater County, citizens voted for Walt Longmire, Mickey Mouse, and Donald Duck in the race for county sheriff.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 01, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Chuck Gray Won, So Get Over It
Dear editor: Chuck Gray won the election for WY Secretary of State and should be supported by the Republican Party as the people have spoken.
September 01, 2022
Wyoming Highway Patrolman Arrested On Charges Of Inflicting Sexual Intrusion
A veteran Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper has been arrested by the Laramie County Sheriffs Office on three charges of inflicting sexual intrusion on a victim.
Leo WolfsonSeptember 01, 2022
Airbnb Competition With Wyoming Motels Could “Gut” Hunting Season Lodging Business
One Pinedale motel owner said competition from Airbnb has gutted his business for hunting season. Guided vs. unguided hunters might make the difference, he said.
Mark HeinzAugust 31, 2022
Wyoming Daily Gas Map: Wednesday, August 31, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Moose at $4.98 per gallon. The lowest price in Wyoming was in Gillette at $3.19 per gallon.
August 31, 2022
Wyoming Author Craig Johnson To Release New Longmire Book On September 6
Wyoming Author Craig Johnson will be releasing his 18th book featuring Absaroka County Sheriff Walt Longmire on September 6.
Wendy CorrAugust 31, 2022
Hageman Starts Petition To Ban China From Buying Wyoming And U.S. Agricultural Land
Wyoming U.S. Congressional candidate Harriet Hageman is circulating a petition to ban entities tied to Communist China from buying American farmland. The petition encourages signees to Keep China OUT! Â
Leo WolfsonAugust 31, 2022
Wyoming Considers State Law Making Non-Native Families Last Resort For Foster Care, Adoption Of American Indian Kids
With a possible change in federal law on the horizon, state lawmakers are considering crafting a state law making non-tribal foster families a last resort for American Indian children.
Clair McFarlandAugust 31, 2022