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Cheney, Hageman Release Latest Round Of Attack Ads In Wyoming
Mudslinging has moved into full gear in the U.S. House race between Harriet Hageman and Rep. Liz Cheney, with both campaigns releasing a new onslaught of campaign ads this week. Â
Leo WolfsonJuly 27, 2022
First Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic In State To Open In Cheyenne This Fall
A mental health urgent care clinic, the first of its kind in Wyoming, will open sometime this fall in Cheyenne, its company's president told Cowboy State Daily on Wednesday.
July 27, 2022
National Poll: Barrasso, Lummis Are The Two Most Popular Senators In Country
Wyoming is number one in the nation in terms of liking its governor, disliking President Joe Biden, and now approving of its U.S. senators, according to state-by-state surveys conducted by a national research company.
Coy KnobelJuly 27, 2022
Cody’s Art Scene Named As One Of 10-Best In Country
Codys vibrant arts community was singled out last week as one of the ten best small town art scenes in the country.Â
Wendy CorrJuly 27, 2022
Candidate Profile, Teton County House District 23: One Of Wyoming’s Few Blue Districts
In blue Teton County, the candidates in the Democratic primary want less or zero reliance on fossil fuel, want more taxes, and more government involvement.
Leo WolfsonJuly 27, 2022
Massive Wind Project In Albany County Moves Closer To Completion
The Rail Tie Wind Project in southeastern Wyoming has cleared another major hurdle on its way to completion.
July 27, 2022
Passed-Out Man Sleeps Through Moose Encounter
A man in Breckenridge survived an encounter with two moose by simply being unaware of it. The animals came within a foot of the sleeping man but he never woke up.
Jimmy OrrJuly 27, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Tuesday July 26, 2022
The highest reported gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Moose at $5.79 per gallon. The new lowest price in Wyoming was the M.G. Oil Co at 502 El Camino Rd in Gillette at $3.79 per gallon.
July 27, 2022
Letter To The Editor: Liz Cheney Is Lying
Dear Editor: So, while Ms. Cheney claims protection of the Constitution as her highest duty, it is clear that is not the case.
July 27, 2022
Cat Urbigkit: On Character — Is This Who We Want To Be?
Columnist Cat Urbigkit writes: "As I drove down the street, just a few blocks from the elementary school was a 'Fuck Joe Biden' sign hanging on the side of a building (not the less obscene 'Lets Go Brandon' that carries the same meaning)."
Cat UrbigkitJuly 27, 2022
Lummis Sponsors Legislation Raising Retirement Age of Pilots To Deal With Pilot ShortageÂ
To help deal with pilot shortage which disproportionately affect rural states, Sen. Cynthia Lummis on Tuesday sponsored a bill that would increase the mandatory retirement age of pilots from 65 - 67.
Jimmy OrrJuly 27, 2022
Wildfire Breaks Out In Medicine Bow, Likely To Have Been Human-Caused
A wildfire broke out in Medicine Bow National Forest near Laramie on Monday and forest officials believe that it was likely caused by humans.
July 27, 2022
Green River Man Who Saved Family In Burning House Receives Hero’s Welcome At Cheyenne Frontier Days
A Green River man who risked his life earlier this year by entering a burning house to save the lives of a woman and her youngest child was honored on Tuesday by Cheyenne Frontier Days.
July 27, 2022
Rawlins Residents Asked To Report Water Overuse By Neighbors
Facing yet another shortfall of usable water, the City of Rawlins is done warning people to conserve and now will charge a $250 fine for water over-usage. Â Â
Clair McFarlandJuly 26, 2022
Hageman Endorsed By Texas Senator Ted Cruz
Wyoming congressional candidate received an endorsement from Texas U.S. Senator Ted Cruz on Tuesday. Cruz said Hageman is a "rock-ribbed conservative."
Leo WolfsonJuly 26, 2022
Don’t Milk The Snake: Wyoming Reptile Expert Busts Rattler & Other Snake Myths
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department advises that if you see a rattlesnake this summer, dont milk it for venom. Also, be careful when hunting rattlesnakes for their meat.
Clair McFarlandJuly 26, 2022
Laramie Restaurant Up For Sale After Appearing On Diners, Drive-Ins, And Dives
The owner of Crowbar and Grill in Laramie said the restaurant's appearance on the national TV show didn't influence his decision to sell but is a good selling point for the popular business.
July 26, 2022
John Mayer, Dave Chappelle, Bob Weir To Hold Yellowstone Benefit Concerts
Musician John Mayer will host fundraiser concerts alongside bandmate Bob Weir and comedian Dave Chapelle next month to benefit the Yellowstone area that was devastated by flooding earlier this summer/
July 26, 2022
Barrasso, Lummis Try To Pro-Actively Block Biden Executive Order Forgiving Student Loans
With reports of President Biden getting ready to issue an executive order forgiving all student debt, U.S. Sens. Barrasso and Lummis are trying to pro-actively block it with "The Debt Cancellation Accountability Act."
Leo WolfsonJuly 26, 2022
Air Force Thunderbirds Ready To Roar Over Cheyenne (Weather Permitting)
The worlds largest outdoor rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days, is in full swing this week and the Air Force Thunderbirds are slated to perform, weather permitting, on Wednesday morning at 9 a.m.
July 26, 2022
Pinedale Woman To Be Extradited To Michigan For 25 Year Cold Case Involving Baby’s Death
A Pinedale woman will be back in Michigan next month to face charges in a 25-year-old cold case involving a baby's death, the Mackinac County, Michigan sheriff told Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday.
July 26, 2022
Wyo Cattle Prices Up; Inflation Means Expenses Also Up
The rise in cattle prices is a silver lining for some ranches but inflation means theres less in the pockets of cattle producers than it appears.
July 26, 2022
Opponents Continue Attacks On Hageman’s Water Pipeline Deal
Harriet Hagemans opponents in Wyomings U.S. House race continue to focus criticism on Hagemans involvement in a Flaming Gorge water pipeline project initiated more than a decade ago.  Â
Leo WolfsonJuly 26, 2022
Court Finds Northern Arapaho Tribe’s Former Lawyers Didn’t Steal Tribal Funds
A jury on Friday ruled that the Northern Arapaho Tribes former lawyers didnt steal tribal funds through improper billing.    Â
Clair McFarlandJuly 25, 2022