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Now Pig Wrestling Tournaments In Wyoming Are Getting Canceled Due To Inflation
Count pig wrestling as another casualty of inflation. Pig wrestling tournaments in Wyoming are being canceled due to "outrageous prices of livestock" which is leading to lack of pig availability.
June 10, 2022
Rod Miller: Â Real Estate Porn â The True Threat To Wyoming
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "If you want to understand why the state you love in changing around you, dont blame the library for carrying books that describe people diddling. Blame your doctor or dentist for purveying Real Estate Porn."
Rod MillerJune 10, 2022
Cheney Takes Center Stage In Prime Time January 6 Hearing
At the first primetime Jan. 6 committee hearing, U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney said, "President Trump summoned the mob, assembled the mob and lit the flame of this attack.
Leo WolfsonJune 10, 2022
Marine From Buffalo Killed In Osprey Crash Near California-Arizona Border
U.S. Marine Seth Rasmuson from Buffalo, Wyoming was one of five Marines killed on Wednesday when an Osprey crashed in the desert near the California and Arizona border.
Jimmy OrrJune 10, 2022
Teton County Commission OKs âHistoricâ Worker Housing Project
The housing is earmarked for personnel who work in 13 different "essential" areas. These include law enforcement and emergency services, senior center employees, childcare and literacy workers among others.Â
June 10, 2022
Dave Walsh: The Largest Home Crowd At War Memorial Where The Cowboys Won
Columnist Dave Walsh writes: "The Cowboys were ranked 10th in the country going into the game, and a Wyoming win would give the Cowboys a second-consecutive outright Western Athletic Conference title."
Dave WalshJune 10, 2022
Letter to the Editor: Liz Cheney And The Trumpists
Dear Editor: The current crop of Wyoming culture warriors who emphasize guns, abortion, gender and race in their campaigns while name-calling RINO seem to be completely ignorant of real Republican presidents like Reagan and George W. Bush."
June 10, 2022
Gun Group Endorses Hageman Over Cheney
The Gun Owners of America said they did not endorse U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney because of her "personal war on President Donald Trump and working for Nancy Pelosi on the illegitimate January 6th Committee."
Leo WolfsonJune 10, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Thursday, June 9, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Thursday was in Jackson Wyoming at $5.89 per gallon, and the lowest surveyed price was in Sheridan at $4.09 per gallon.
June 10, 2022
Yellowstoneâs Mount Doane Is No Longer, Name Changed To âFirst Peoplesâ Mountainâ
As part of an ongoing initiative from the Department of Interior, the federal government on Thursday officially changed the name of a Yellowstone mountain from Mount Doane to First Peoples' Mountain.
Leo WolfsonJune 09, 2022
Sweetwater County Sheriff Says ACLU Criticism Of Dept Is âPolitical Propagandaâ
The Sweetwater County Sheriff says an immigration and racism report condemning the department issued by the Wyoming chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union is "spurious" and "political propaganda."
June 09, 2022
Wyoming Senate District 19: Battle of Legislative Veterans
Each of the three candidates vying for Wyoming Senate District 19 in the Big Horn Basin area is either a current or past Wyoming legislator.Â
Leo WolfsonJune 09, 2022
Jackson Woman Banned From Grand Teton For Lying About Missing Irish Hiker
A former Jackson resident has been banned from Grand Teton National Park for five years for knowingly providing false information about a missing hiker from Ireland to law enforcement.
June 09, 2022
Realtors Say Fans of âYellowstoneâ TV Series Trying To Buy Ranches In Wyoming
Because of the success of the hit TV series "Yellowstone," Wyoming realtors have seen much interest from out-of-state residents trying to buy ranches in the Cowboy State.
Wendy CorrJune 09, 2022
Beartooth Highway Finally Reopens After 12 Days; 10-Foot Snow Drifts Cleared
After 12 days, the famed Beartooth Highway is open again. Ten foot snow drifts and avalanches kept the roadway closed but now WYDOT is optimistic it will stay open through the summer.
Jimmy OrrJune 09, 2022
Liquor Is Inflation-Proof Says Wyoming Booze Expert
Although inflation is affecting consumer decisions across the board, one product that is inflation-proof is alcohol, according to Wyoming State Liquor Association Director Mike Moser.
June 09, 2022
Mills Police Capture Missouri Fugitive Who Cut Hole In Jail Ceiling To Escape
A Missouri fugitive who escaped from jail by cutting a hole in the ceiling was discovered on Wednesday at the Ghost City Truck Stop in Casper -- more than 900 miles away from the jailbreak.
June 09, 2022
Letter to the Editor: Liz Cheney Places Country Over Party
Dear Editor: Liz Cheney has immense courage to stand up for our democracy and place country over party. We are fortunate she even wants to run for reelection after enduring the bullying and pressure to walk the 'party line.'"
June 09, 2022
Lummis Introduces Bill For Cryptocurrency-Friendly Regulation
On Tuesday, U.S. Sen Cynthia Lummis introduced bipartisan cryptocurrency legislation that she believes may revolutionize the way these assets are regulated in America.Â
Jimmy OrrJune 09, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Wednesday, June 8, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Jackson at $5.89 per gallon, and the lowest surveyed price was in Cheyenne at $3.99 per gallon.
June 09, 2022
Schroeder: Wyo To Comply With Fed Gender Mandate Until State Funds School Lunches
Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder said until the State of Wyoming pays for federal school lunches, the department has little choice but to comply with gender ideology mandates.
Clair McFarlandJune 08, 2022
Wyoming Legislators Thrilled At Planned Meat Processing Plant In South Dakota
Two Wyoming legislators said a proposed meat processing plant in South Dakota, which would be the largest in the country, could not only be a monopoly-buster but would bring a big economic boost to the region.
June 08, 2022
Former Casper Doctor Who Sexually Assaulted Patients Loses Wyo Supreme Court Appeal, Again
The Wyoming Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a former Casper gynecologists claim of juror misconduct in a trial where he was convicted of sexually abusing patients, new court filings showed.
June 08, 2022
U.S. House Candidate Denton Knapp Takes New Job But Heâs Not Dropping Out Of The Race
Retired Army colonel Denton Knapp said he will juggle his new full time job with campaigning by spending a few hours each night after work and weekends attempting to reach voters.
Leo WolfsonJune 08, 2022