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CDC: Wyoming’s Birth Rate Dropped 7% In 2020
Wyoming's birth rate continued to decline in 2020, falling by almost 7%, according to a report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
June 23, 2021

Rod Miller: Election Integrity and Freshman Errors
When Representative Chip Neiman presented his pledge to fellow Republicans to sign (see last weeks column), he offered this rationale, for decades Wyoming has struggled with primary election integrity. Lets fact check that statement.
Rod MillerJune 23, 2021

Wyoming Already Seeing ‘Pretty Heavy’ Wildfire Activity
As summer heats up in July and August, Wyomings wildfire season is likely to creep above average, although recent hot and dry weather has already stoked fires.
June 23, 2021

50 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Tuesday; 74 Recoveries, 405 Active
The state reported 50 new laboratory-confirmed and 24 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 405 active cases, which is unchanged from Monday.
June 23, 2021

Delta Variant Detected In Wyoming, ‘Of Concern’ To Wyoming Health Department
A more contagious variant of the coronavirus has been detected in Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Health confirmed to Cowboy State Daily on Tuesday.
June 22, 2021

Wyoming, Colorado Wildlife Officials Warn of Livestock, Bighorn Sheep Mixing
Wyoming and Colorado officials are warning of possible negative implications that could impact bighorn sheep populations if the animals are allowed to mix with domestic livestock.
June 22, 2021

Eastern Wyoming College In Torrington Hit With Cyberattack
Eastern Wyoming College in Torrington has been the victim of a cybersecurity attack as of Tuesday morning, the college announced.
June 22, 2021

Dave Simpson: He’s Made Up His Mind About Trump
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "What I want, and I think my ornery neighbor agrees, is a president who can match Trump's accomplishments (unlike the mess we have in Washington today) while outmaneuvering the ferocious opposition that awaits any Republican president."
Dave SimpsonJune 22, 2021

Wyoming Road Construction Update: Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Hurry up and wait remains the rule for a number of Wyomings highways as the states road construction season continues in full swing.
June 22, 2021

Unlike Many Major Cities, Law Enforcement Officers In Wyoming Feel Appreciated
Unlike major cities which are experiencing massive police resignations due to morale, Wyoming law enforcement officers say they feel appreciated.
Wendy CorrJune 22, 2021

Report: Wyoming Receives F For Women’s Employment, Earnings
A nonpartisan research organization recently gave Wyoming a grade of "F" when it came to employment opportunities and earning potential for women in the state.
June 22, 2021

Bill Sniffin: It’s Time To Write About Lives Well-Lived And Young Lives Cut Short
Lately, we have been seemingly bombarded by news of the deaths of folks we knew. Not a good trend. It is almost like the grim reaper was in hibernation.
Bill SniffinJune 22, 2021

Full Steam Ahead: World’s Largest Steam Locomotive Returns with ‘The Big Boy 2021 Tour’
Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014, will embark on "The Big Boy 2021 Tour" Aug. 5 to celebrate railroad heritage and the communities Union Pacific serves.
June 22, 2021

Woman Airlifted To Hospital After Receiving ‘Significant’ Injuries From Bison in Yellowstone
A woman was airlifted to a hospital on Monday after receiving significant injuries from a bison in Yellowstone.
Jimmy OrrJune 22, 2021

Military Truck Carrying Ammunition Catches Fire on I-80
A military truck carrying ammunition caught fire on Interstate 80 near Evanston on Monday.
Jimmy OrrJune 22, 2021

Wyoming Highway Patrol Record 29% Surge in Drivers Speeding More Than 100mph
There were 1,481 citations issued for drivers speeding in excess of 100+ mph which is a 29% increase from the prior year.
Jimmy OrrJune 22, 2021

120 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Monday; 169 Recoveries, 405 Active
The state reported 120 new laboratory-confirmed and 20 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 405 active cases.
June 22, 2021

Colorado Parks Staff Catch Man Dumping Human Waste, Make Him Clean It Up
We shouldn't have to say this, but don't dump (pun intended) human or any other type of waste in streams, lakes or other public bodies of water. It's gross.
June 21, 2021

Nonprofit Makes First Grant for Climate Wellness Through Soil Health
Wyomings nonprofit Synergy for Ecological Solutions made their first grant to Carbon Asset Networks landowner member, Hellyer Ranch in Lander
June 21, 2021

CEO Biking Continental Divide through Wyoming to Raise Money For Exploited Children
A New York-based financial software company CEO is currently biking the Continental Divide through Wyoming to raise money for exploited children.
June 21, 2021

Grand Teton Search Efforts For Irish Man Scaled Back Almost Two Weeks After Disappearance
After being missing for almost two weeks, the Grand Teton National Park officials are scaling back the search efforts for 27-year-old Cian McLaughlin.
June 21, 2021

Seasonal Jobs Help Reduce Wyoming Unemployment
Crook County had the lowest unemployment rate for May at 3.9%, while Natrona County had the highest at 6.9%
June 21, 2021

Men Sentenced to Prison After Being Busted For Drug Trafficking In Sweetwater County
An Arizona man and Mexican man who is undocumented were convicted and sentenced to prison in U.S. District Court this week after they were caught last summer trafficking drugs through Sweetwater County.
June 21, 2021

Lovell Man Drowns In Bighorn Canyon Over the Weekend
A Lovell man drowned in Bighorn Canyon while swimming with friends over the weekend, according to National Park Service officials.
June 21, 2021
