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Wyo Education Officials Unsure About New Federal Gender-Identity & Sexual Orientation Mandates
Wyoming school authorities are consulting with legal counsel in order to determine the states response to new federal gender-identity-friendly policies. The requirements are linked to millions of dollars in school meal funding.
Clair McFarlandJune 03, 2022
Sundance Tow Truck Driver Accused Of Stealing Dead Manâs Possessions Pleads No Contest
Gus Sampson of Iron Horse Towing pleaded no contest on June 1 to theft in connection with allegations he stole tools and other items from the wrecked pickup truck belonging to 41-year-old Shon Engel.Â
June 02, 2022
Clair McFarland: A Death-Defying Family ForageÂ
Clair McFarland writes: The death camas is the deadliest plant in the West. Poison symptoms include vomiting, excessive salivation, tremors, weakness, loss of muscle control, convulsions, coma, and death. Pretty flowers though.
Clair McFarlandJune 02, 2022
House District 46: Albany County Race One Of The Few âPurpleâ Areas In Wyoming
In one of the few purple areas of Wyoming, incumbent Republican Rep. Ocean Andrew will face off against challenger RJ Lennox. The winner will battle Democrat Merav Ben-David who ran against U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis in 2020.
Leo WolfsonJune 02, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Thursday, June 2, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Thursday was in Jackson Wyoming at $5.29 per gallon and the lowest price is in Casper at $4.05 per gallon.
June 02, 2022
Report: 65% Of Wyo Teachers Want To Leave Jobs
Despite a recent survey of Wyoming teachers showing most of them want to leave their jobs, a UW professor doesn't think the outlook is quite so horrible.
June 02, 2022
Legendary Wyoming Fireworks Show Moving From Sheridan To Devils Tower
After being told that he could no longer host Wyoming's most celebrated fireworks show at the Big Horn Equestrian Center in Sheridan, professional pyrotechnician Bruce Burns is bringing it to Devils Tower.
Wendy CorrJune 02, 2022
St. Stephenâs Principal, Administrator Not At Lewd Party & Should Not Have Been Canned, Individuals Say
In a federal report alleging sexual misconduct and other wrongful behavior, supporters of a principal and administrator say they were incorrectly implicated and wrongly punished.
Clair McFarlandJune 02, 2022
Man Brings Starlink On Tesla To Work Remotely From Yellowstone
Because the Internet isn't reliable, or even available, in some parts of Yellowstone National Park, one business owner from Idaho mounts a Starlink satellite receiver on his Tesla so he can enjoy the views while working remotely.
Wendy CorrJune 02, 2022
Bill Sniffin: Reflections On The Force Of Trump At Ground Zero Wyoming
Bill Sniffin writes: It was one hell of a speech. A one-of-a-kind speech. With barely a note Trump railed against his enemies and touted his successes.
Bill SniffinJune 02, 2022
Moms Demand Action For Gun Sense Say They Want âGun Safetyâ Not Control
While the Wyoming chapter of Moms Demand Action For Gun Sense say they want "gun safety," the director of Wyoming Gun Owners say they are a "group of bitter, self-loathing leftists who want to disarm every gun owner in the country."
Leo WolfsonJune 02, 2022
Fiancé Of Missing Gillette Woman Pleads Not Guilty To Felonies Related To Crimes Against Her
The 38-year-old fiancĂ© of a missing Gillette woman and person of interest in her disappearance has pleaded not guilty to four felonies relating to crimes against her. Â
June 02, 2022
Gillette Man Sentenced To Prison For Stealing $200K From Boss To Pay For Taxi Business
A Gillette man was ordered to pay more than $200,000 in restitution after stealing from his boss to fund his taxi business.
June 01, 2022
Wyo Could Lose Millions In Fed Education Money If It Doesnât Comply With Gender Identity Policies
The federal government last month tied about $90 million per year in Wyoming education funding to gender identity-friendly policies in schools, which, according to a federal judge, would include non-binary bathroom use.
Clair McFarlandJune 01, 2022
Pinedale Photographer Releases New Book Showcasing Beauty Of Seven Mile River Ranch
Wyoming photographer Dave Bell has released a new book capturing the beauty of a stretch of the Green River which was the original site of the Green River Rendezvous.
Wendy CorrJune 01, 2022
Wyoming Remains Divided Over Teachers Carrying Guns Debate
Wyoming residents, organizations and lawmakers remained divided over whether teachers should be allowed to carry guns in schools.
June 01, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Wednesday, June 1, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Wednesday was in Jackson at $5.29 per gallon and the lowest price was in Casper at $4.05 per gallon.
June 01, 2022
Douglas Couple Arrested For Embezzling From Glendo Church They Pastored
A Douglas couple was charged with allegedly embezzling more than $200,000 from a Glendo church in which they pastored. They were arrested as they got off a plane at Denver International Airport returning from Belize.
June 01, 2022
Aaron Turpen: Would An Electric Car Fit Your Wyoming Lifestyle?
Aaron Turpen writes: "The question posed in the headline is a fun one because most people have a knee-jerk answer for it. Usually not a nice one. But considered on their merits, there are use cases for electric vehicles in Wyoming."
Aaron TurpenJune 01, 2022
Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Filed By Natrona County Republican Party Against State GOP
Judge Peter Froelicher ruled that Natrona County had no existing grounds to complain because the Republican Party had since adopted bylaws that make the complaint moot.
Leo WolfsonJune 01, 2022
News Organizations Around The Country Wrongly Report Woman Killed By Bison In Yellowstone
News organizations all over the world wrongly reported the death of a woman from a bison attack in Yellowstone National Park. NBC was first to report the erroneous story and was quickly picked by dozens of other news organizations.
June 01, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Tuesday, May 31, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Tuesday was in Jackson at $5.29 per gallon, while the lowest price was $4.05 per gallon in Casper.
June 01, 2022
Mr. Pillow: Wyoming Voting Machines Are Fraudulent And If You Donât Agree, Youâre A Traitor
In an interview with Cowboy State Daily, Mike Lindell said anyone who says Wyoming's election results werent part of the problem, despite the fact the state had the largest margin of support for Trump in the country, is a traitor to America.
Leo WolfsonMay 31, 2022
Yellowstone Bison Gores Woman, Then Flips Her 10-Feet In Air
An Ohio woman was gored on Monday and then flipped 10-feet in the air after she got too close to a bison in Yellowstone National Park.
May 31, 2022