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Liz Cheney Wins Resounding Affirmative Vote To Stay In Leadership
By a commanding margin, Liz Cheney beat back challengers and retained her position as the third highest ranking Republican in the U.S. House.
February 04, 2021
Wyoming Energy Sector Strategizing Response To Biden Ban On New Drilling
Wyoming energy producers are preparing to fight the Biden administrations recent halt to new energy exploration leases on federal lands.
February 04, 2021
135 New Coronavirus Cases in Wyoming on Tuesday; 1,165 Active
The number of active coronavirus cases in Wyoming climbed back over 1,100 on Wednesday with the reporting of more than 130 new confirmed cases of the virus.
February 04, 2021
Weld County Will Never Leave Colorado For Wyoming
It's fun to talk about, but the chance of Weld County seceding from Colorado and joining Wyoming is essentially zero.
Jimmy OrrFebruary 03, 2021
Wyoming School Board Association Opposes School Consolidation Bill
The Wyoming School Board Association has expressed its opposition to a recently proposed bill that would consolidate Wyoming's school district from 48 to 24.
February 03, 2021
Gordon, Legislators Outline Plan for March Session During Pandemic
The Wyoming State Legislature will abide by a hybrid in-person and remote session schedule when it convenes next month.
February 03, 2021
Yellowstone Scientist: No, We’re Not Overdue for Volcanic Eruption
A scientist studying Yellowstone National Park's volcanic activity diffused any rumors that the park is overdue for a large eruption earlier this week.
February 03, 2021
New Public Roadway In Sublette Range Will Allow Access to 33K Acres of Land
A new public road being installed this summer will allow people access to more than 32,900 acres of public land in the Sublette Mountain range in western Wyoming.
February 03, 2021
Barrasso Expresses Concern About Potential COVID Relief Bill
U.S. Sen. John Barrasso expressed much concern during an appearance on PBS News Hour Tuesday about President Joe Biden's proposed coronavirus relief bill.
February 03, 2021
Wyoming Supreme Court Suspends Sheridan Attorney for 3 Years
The Wyoming Supreme Court suspended a Sheridan attorney related to a felony alcohol-related case.
February 03, 2021
Jonathan Lange: Lange: Cheney rushed to judgment, Lummis finding the facts
Jonathan Lange writes: "Only weeks after Liz Cheneys re-election as the GOP conference chair, she faces a removal petition signed by 107over halfof her colleagues. Lummis, on the hand, was publicly criticized by 78 members of the Wyoming Bar who published an open letter claiming that the very first vote of Wyomings first female senator, Cynthia Lummis, was 'wrong.'"
Jonathan LangeFebruary 03, 2021
Cheyenne Lawmaker Proposes Reducing Wyoming’s School Districts
Rep. Dan Zwonitzer recently introduced House Bill 77, which would cut the amount of Wyoming's school districts in half, down from 48 to 24 (one per Wyoming county and one for the Wind River Reservation).
February 02, 2021
15 New Coronavirus Cases In Wyoming On Tuesday; 1,073 Active
The number of active coronavirus in the state fell by more than 70 on Tuesday as the state reported fewer than 20 new confirmed cases.
February 02, 2021
Wyoming Records 28 New COVID Deaths, Totaling 624
Twenty-eight more coronavirus-related deaths among Wyoming residents who tested positive for COVID-19 have been confirmed, according to the Wyoming Department of Health.
February 02, 2021
Dave Simpson: It’s a Goose/Gander Kind of Deal
Not long ago, I wrote that we should show our new president all the courtesy, respect, good will and benefit of the doubt that was afforded to Donald J. Trump four years ago.
Dave SimpsonFebruary 02, 2021
Yellowstone Snowmobile Guides Say Season Is Busiest Ever
Yellowstone National Park is a popular tourist destination for people around the globe, especially in summer. But in winter, the scenery - and the sounds - are quite different.
Wendy CorrFebruary 02, 2021
J.C. Penney Statue Arrives In Kemmerer From Texas
A statue of the retail magnate behind the department store bearing his name arrived in Kemmerer, its new home, late last week after being delivered from Plano, Texas, about 1,200 miles away.
February 02, 2021
Tom Lubnau: Alright, Wyoming, Let’s Cut The Franchise Quarterback For Throwing One Interception
Former Wyoming House Speaker Tom Lubnau writes: "I do not agree with Cheney's decision to support impeachment. But, I urge my friends and neighbors to be slow to toss her to the sidelines. Out of tens of thousands of decisions, we dont like one."
Tom LubnauFebruary 02, 2021
Balow Slams Biden’s Energy Moratorium on Fox
Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow on Monday harshly criticized President Joe Biden's moratorium on oil and gas leasing on federal lands as a threat to Wyoming's schools.
February 02, 2021
Wyoming Supreme Court Overturns Denial Of Laramie County Quarry
A planning commission had no authority to deny a companys request to build a controversial gravel mine in southwestern Laramie County, Wyomings Supreme Court ruled Tuesday.
February 02, 2021
McConnell Praises Cheney’s Courage In Wake of Impeachment Vote
U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, has praised U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney for her courage in the wake of voting to impeach former President Donald Trump.
February 02, 2021
Lander Lil Sees Shadow – Wyoming Will Get Six More Weeks Of Winter
For the past 37 years, a prairie dog in Lander has been predicting the future of winter weather for Wyoming. This year on Tuesday, Feb. 2, she saw her shadow, which means six more weeks of winter.
Bill SniffinFebruary 02, 2021
Matt Micheli: We Don’t Need Matt Gaetz’s Advice
Columnist Matt Micheli writes: "Liz Cheney is simply the most effective voice for Wyoming at a time when we need that voice. She has proven that she can fight and more importantly win on issues that matter to our state."
February 01, 2021
150 New Coronavirus Cases in Wyoming on Monday; 1,144 Active
The number of active coronavirus cases in Wyoming fell by more than 160 on Monday as the number of recoveries reported was more than double the number of new confirmed cases.
February 01, 2021