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Experts Question ‘Green’ Claims For Electric Vehicles
Widespread EV adoption would require rare earth minerals which are in short supply in the United States. Importing the minerals spark ethical questions as rare earth minerals extraction overseas often involves child slave labor and can damage the environment.
The Center SquareApril 24, 2022
Rod Miller:  Colter’s Run Through the Disneyland of Death, Version 2.0
Columnist Rod Miller writes: "Instead of marketing Yellowstone as some sort of benign, Eden-like fantasy land, we should be honest and say that its one of the few places left on earth where we are not on top of the food chain. Im convinced that well attract a better, smarter bunch of visitors with that approach."
Rod MillerApril 24, 2022
Cale Case: Big-Tent Republicans, We Need You
Sen. Cale Case writes: "Increasingly, GOP officials and events and our government meetings are characterized by hate, threats and even violence. Yet I am convinced that most Wyoming Republicans trend more towards the real issues and value civility and collaboration in service to the state."
Jimmy OrrApril 24, 2022
Wyoming Legislators Who Have Had Drone Encounters Look To Trespass LawÂ
Rep. Chip Neiman said he has not yet decided whether hed be comfortable shooting down a trespassing drone, or crafting legislation to allow for it.
Clair McFarlandApril 23, 2022
Cheyenne Railroad Contractor Convicted Of Exposing Employees To Asbestos
The owner of Cheyenne-based Wasatch Railroad Contractors faces a maximum penalty of 95 years in prison and $1.2 million in fines for intentionally exposing his employees to asbestos.
April 22, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Friday, April 22, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Friday was in Jackson at $4.78 per gallon. The lowest reported price was $3.79 in Gillette.
April 22, 2022
Eating Wyoming: Western Sky’s Family Diner
Food columnist Tim Mandese writes: "It's always a pleasure to find a true family restaurant, run by friendly people, that actually serves up great food for example, Western Skys Family Diner just off of Interstate 25 in Wheatland.
April 22, 2022
Grizzly 399, Cubs Head South From Grand Teton, Likely For Last Time As Family
Famed grizzly bear 399 and her four cubs have left the confines of Grand Teton National Park and are heading south, likely the last time they will do so as a family pack.
April 22, 2022
Lander’s ‘Death Doula’ Helps Prepare People For The End
A hospice volunteer for nearly a decade, and a certified end-of-life doula for two years, Lightner encounters death often. She knows how to hold a hand, sense a need, and interact gently with someone whose faculties are slowly shutting down.
Clair McFarlandApril 22, 2022
Is the Farmer’s Almanac Still Relevant? Yes, Say Wyoming Farmers And Ranchers
Even in 2022, Wyoming farmers and ranchers say they still read the Old Farmer's Almanac. Not only is it good for weather but also for planting seasons and castration advice.
Wendy CorrApril 22, 2022
Update: Cheyenne Animal Shelter Sees ‘Overwhelming’ Outpouring Of Support For Hoarded Dogs
After being overwhelmed by the intake of nearly 60 "giant dogs" earlier this week, the Cheyenne Animal Shelter is beginning to get back to normal, according to its CEO.
April 22, 2022
Elk Mountain Ranch Owner Wants ‘Corner Crossing’ Case Returned To State Court
The owner of a Carbon County ranch suing four Missouri hunters for crossing into the ranchs private airspace wants the case returned to state district court.
April 22, 2022
Tourist Approaches Bison In Yellowstone; Remarkably Does Not Get Killed, Trampled, Or Gored
Helping to bring in the tourist season in Yellowstone, an unnamed man approached a bison from the rear on Thursday. The bison did not appear pleased.
Jimmy OrrApril 22, 2022
Death Of Ethete Woman Revives Effort To Pass Loose & Vicious Dog Ordinance On Reservation
The death of a woman in Ethete on April 10, while not confirmed to be the result of a dog attack, has officials once again looking at an ordinance aimed at addressing the problem of vicious dogs -- a longstanding issue on the reservation.
Clair McFarlandApril 22, 2022
Dave Walsh: Remembering Joe Dowler And George Kay, Two Wyoming Sports Legends
Columnist Dave Walsh writes: "Joe Dowler and George Kay were two icons who were exceptional in their chosen fields for many years and were even more impressive as genuinely kind and caring people."
Dave WalshApril 22, 2022
Pro-Life Group Holds Protest At Planned Abortion Clinic in Casper
An estimated 150 people staged a rally Thursday in to show their opposition to a planned abortion clinic in Casper.
April 22, 2022
Clair McFarland: Lessons About Life – And Death – In The Kitten Maternity Ward
Clair McFarland writes: "It takes three cats roving this country home to keep the mice away, which in turn keeps the rattlesnakes away."
Clair McFarlandApril 21, 2022
Gordon: Wyoming Sharing Intelligence As Part Of U.S. – Mexico Border Strike Force
Wyoming is sharing secure intelligence with agents patrolling the southern border as part of a multi-state effort to resolve issues caused by illegal border crossings, a Gordon spokesman told Cowboy State Daily on Thursday
April 21, 2022
Daily Wyoming Gas Map: Thursday, April 21, 2022
The highest gasoline price in Wyoming on Thursday was in Wheatland at $4.59 per gallon. The lowest reported price was $3.79 in Gillette.
April 21, 2022
Author Craig Johnson Says No Immediate Plans to Bring Back ‘Longmire’ Series
Longmire author Craig Johnson said there are continuing conversations about the return of the show in some form, but nothing has been solidified yet.
Wendy CorrApril 21, 2022
Cheney Receives ‘Profile In Courage’ Award Alongside Ukrainian President
U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney was one of five people named this week as recipients of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation's "Profile in Courage" award.
April 21, 2022
Silver Star Discontinues Cell Service In Star Valley; 2,200 Customers Affected
A cellular telephone company is discontinuing its service in the Star Valley of western Wyoming after six years, leaving more than 2,000 customers to find a new service provider by the end of the year.
April 21, 2022
Third Season Of ‘Ultimate Cowboy Showdown’ Debuts Thursday In Douglas, Wyoming
The third season of the popular TV show "Ultimate Cowboy Showdown" was filmed in Douglas, Wyoming and is hosted by country singer Trace Adkins. The show debuts Thursday night.
April 21, 2022
Man Sentenced To Prison For Strangling His Friend In Yellowstone Trailer
A federal judge on Monday sentenced a man to prison for strangling his friend in a Yellowstone trailer immeditaely after being released from jail.
April 21, 2022