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Wyoming’s Numbers Putting Mining Job Losses At 25% Are Misleading, Mining Assoc Says
Losses in coal were exacerbated by the pandemic, but also reflective of the sectors continued decline since 2012 due to market pressure from a decline in coal usage by utilities, along with low natural gas prices, coals biggest competitor
The Center SquareMay 19, 2021
Jeffree Star Offers Up Details About His Casper Car Accident
Makeup mogul and YouTube star Jeffree Star has posted a video blog detailing the car accident that landed him and his best friend in the hospital last month.
May 19, 2021
“The Revenant” Author to Release Novel On Wyoming Massacre
The author of famous revenge tale "The Revenant" is preparing to release a novel regarding a little-known massacre that took place in Wyoming in the 1800s.
May 19, 2021
Laramie County Prosecutor Censured For Failing To Correct Flawed Testimony
A Laramie County prosecuting attorney was censured for failing to correct flawed testimony given by an investigator on a marijuana trafficking case.
May 19, 2021
Casper Man Sentenced to 10 Years For Making, Uploading Child Porn
A Casper man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for making, uploading and possessing child pornography.
May 19, 2021
Doug Gerard: Bouchard, Gray, Smith – Who Should Be The Conservative Candidate For Wyoming’s House Seat?
Guest columnist Doug Gerard writes: "Perhaps the best way to illustrate the difference between Anthony, Chuck, and Darin is to share my first experience with each candidate.
Doug GerardMay 19, 2021
Gordon Outlines How Wyoming Will Spend $1 Billion In Federal Funds
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon outlined how his administration intends to use the $1 billion in federal funds allocated to the state.
May 19, 2021
Sweetwater County Sex Trafficking Sting: Ex-Legislator Arrest Just Tip Of The Iceberg
Most consider prostitution a situation where a person is willing to sell sex for profit but such cases are rare. Most often, victims are forced into selling sex from their trafficker to benefit that person financially.
May 18, 2021
Casper Couple Has Gender Reveal Party With No Catastrophic Ending
Unlike many gender reveal parties, a Casper couple had a successful event without anyone losing a limb or being hospitalized.
May 18, 2021
Wyoming Has More Than 300 Wolves, Exceeding Delisting Criteria For 19th Year In a Row
Wyoming has exceeded the delisting criteria for its gray wolf population for the 19th year in a row in 2020, keeping a steady population of more than 300 again.
May 18, 2021
Barrasso Praises Biden For Willingness to Work With Republicans
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso actually had kind words regarding President Joe Biden and his administration for their willingness to work with congressional Republicans on the proposed infrastructure bill.
May 18, 2021
Laramie County Sheriff’s Dept Mourns Loss of K-9 Officer Lyra
The Laramie County Sheriff's Department is mourning the loss of one of its retired K-9 officers, who passed over the weekend.
May 18, 2021
Dave Simpson: One Voter’s View On Liz Cheney
Columnist Dave Simpson writes: "Liz Cheney abhors the guy she agreed with 92 percent of the time? The guy I agreed with about 92 percent of the time? The guy who seemed to be getting some good results?"
Dave SimpsonMay 18, 2021
Three Wyoming Residents Sentenced For Distributing Meth Through Mail
Three Wyoming residents have been sentenced to multiple years in prison for their part in a scheme to use the U.S. Post Office to mail methamphetamine.
May 18, 2021
Woman Found Dead In Goshen County, Police Investigating As Suspicious
The Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation and Goshen County Sheriff's Office are investigating a possible suspicious death after a woman was found dead Monday.
May 18, 2021
Jim Hicks: Up Here In Johnson County, The Hills Are Turning A Beautiful Green
Guest columnist Jim Hicks writes: "It seems that every year they plan the state soccer tournament at the Polo Grounds near Bighorn, the weather includes cold winds, rain, sleet, and snow with very short breaks of sunshine."
Jim HicksMay 18, 2021
119 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming Monday; 451 Active
The state reported 119 new laboratory-confirmed cases and 24 new probable cases, leaving Wyoming with 451 active cases.
May 17, 2021
Wyoming Employers Thank Gordon For Cutting Off Federal Covid Unemployment Checks
Many Wyoming employers who are struggling to find workers are thanking Gov. Gordon for cutting federal unemployment benefits.
May 17, 2021
Scientist: Yellowstone Super Volcano Will Erupt Again And Likely Destroy U.S.
Although the super volcano under Yellowstone will erupt again and likely destroy the U.S., it isn't likely to happen anytime soon.
Jimmy OrrMay 17, 2021
Wyo Supreme Court: Saudi Arabian Resident Doesn’t Have to Argue Custody Case Against Russian Wife in Teton County
The Wyoming Supreme Court ruled a Saudi Arabian man can respond to a custody case by his ex-Russian wife in Bahrain rather than Teton County.
May 17, 2021
Wyoming Wood Prices Soar Due to COVID, Labor Problems
Plywood in some Wyoming lumber stores costs more than five times what it cost six months ago.
Wendy CorrMay 17, 2021
Golfer Who Hit Golf Balls in Yellowstone & Mount Rushmore Apologizes
A man who is under investigation for hitting golf balls in Yellowstone and Mount Rushmore is apologizing for his actions.
Jimmy OrrMay 16, 2021
UW Prof/Author: Cheney Situation Is Uncharted Territory For Wyoming
UW Poly Sci professor James King said the situation surrounding Liz Cheney and President Trump is completely unprecedented in Wyoming politics.
Jen KocherMay 15, 2021
Jonathan Lange: Balow Deserves Praise For Saying No to Critical Race Theory
Guest columnist Jonathan Lange writes: "Every Wyoming parent should be grateful for Jillian Balows vigilance and leadership. But we should not let her fight alone."
Jonathan LangeMay 15, 2021