Wyoming Hunters Back Deer Tag Cuts for Fall Harvest
Wyoming has joined at least seven other Mountain and Northern Great Plains states in trimming the number of mule deer hunting licenses it will issue for this fall.
National Park Service Seeks Public’s Help in Identifying Wildlife Harassers
Grand Teton National Park officials are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two men who approached a baby bison last week.
Two individuals were seen approaching and touching a bison calf at the southern end of Elk Ranch Flats in the park at 1 p.m. on June 4, according to a statement from the National Park Service. The incident is currently under investigation, and anyone who recognizes the men or has information is asked to contact the park.
THE FENTANYL FALLOUT: Taking the Fight Against Fentanyl to the Frontlines
Jordan Jackson had big plans. At 25, he was living in Cody and working as a technician at Bear Co. Tire. He’d talked about rejoining his heavy metal band and maybe even moving to Billings to be with his new girlfriend.
THRIVING SMALL BUSINESSES IN WYOMING: Lifestyle Brand Rides the Wave
Krista Treide knows a thing or two about brands. An impressive career building them, with time spent at global powerhouses like Nike, Reebok, Diesel and Speedo, has given her unique insight into how to connect with customers. But a unique brand that caught her attention is what ultimately led to her taking the reins at Sheridan-based Surf Wyoming.
Religion Gains Ground in Parts of Wyoming, Census Finds
Bucking a declining trend that is prevalent throughout much of the nation, religious beliefs and practices have gained traction in Wyoming over the past decade, according to a recent comprehensive survey.
Record Amount Is Being Devoted to Control ‘Nuisance Animals’
Beset by inflation and increases in the populations of predatory animals throughout Wyoming, state officials are boosting funding to combat so-called “nuisance animals,” such as coyotes and ravens, to a record level in the current biennial fiscal period.
WOMEN YOU SHOULD KNOW IN WYOMING: Riverton Woman Carries on Family Traditions
Nearly two decades after carrying the Olympic flame through Wyoming, Bennie Sue Ridgley continues to be a torch bearer for her community.
THRIVING SMALL BUSINESSES IN WYOMING: Lovell Candy Company Creates Big Buzz
An old grocery store tucked away in the small town of Lovell, Wyoming, might just be one of the sweetest spots in the entire Cowboy State. Inside, candy makers, chocolatiers and confectioners are busy making treats enjoyed worldwide. It’s a virtual beehive of activity, which is only fitting because the old grocery store is now the home of Queen Bee Gardens.
Testing and Isolating Top Lockdowns in Infectious Disease Fight, UW Researchers Find
Regular testing and self-isolating may produce better health outcomes and generate less economic stress than locking down businesses and schools in the fight against infectious diseases, a new study by University of Wyoming researchers concludes.
Moving Heavy Metal at High Altitude in Yellowstone
CODY, Wyo. — For several days this spring — after Yellowstone National Park had closed to snowmobiles and snow coaches, but before it had opened to automobile traffic — road maintenance crews there were burning through 1,500 gallons of diesel fuel per day. But they were hauling nothing and not building anything. In fact, they were making no permanent changes to any roads.
In Bid to Speed Up Grizzly Delisting Process, Wyoming Goes to Court
For well over a year, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has been mulling over a petition from the State of Wyoming that seeks to remove the region’s grizzly bears from the list of threatened species and turn the bears’ management over to the state. Gov. Mark Gordon is now asking a federal judge to expedite the process and order the agency to make a decision.
WOMEN YOU SHOULD KNOW IN WYOMING: Gillette Photographer Strives to Give the Gift of Beauty
For all her time as a photographer, Shana Marie Duncan has faced one big challenge: she always felt compelled to ask permission before photographing people she saw in public.
Hunter Charged with Killing Grizzly Pleads ‘Not Guilty’
Hunter Patrick M. Gogerty pleaded “not guilty” at his May 19 arraignment in Park County Circuit Court on the misdemeanor charge of taking a trophy animal without a license.
Record-breaking European Mount Auctioned at Annual ElkFest
The 56th annual ElkFest in Jackson Hole — the world’s largest elk antler auction — kicked off the community’s annual Old West Days and shattered some records on Saturday.
Indigenous People in Wyoming are Disproportionately More Likely to be Murdered or Go Missing, New Report Shows
Despite representing less than 3% of the state’s population, Native Americans in Wyoming are disproportionally more likely to go missing or be murdered than other demographic groups, according a report released last week. In 2022, Indigenous people accounted for 12% of homicide victims in Wyoming. The Indigenous homicide rate was 18.3 per 100,000 citizens, which is nearly six times higher than the homicide rate for White victims, the report found.
Cheyenne Restaurant Chain in Dust Up Over Rights to ‘Taco Tuesday’
Who knew the phrase “Taco Tuesday” was owned by a Cheyenne-based restaurant chain?
Taco John’s International Inc. has maintained a trademark on the term since December 1989, when the company’s Registration No. 1572589 was approved by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
THRIVING SMALL BUSINESSES IN WYOMING: Gillette Entrepreneur Turns Personal Challenge into Food Distribution Company
GILLETTE, Wyo.– What began as an experiment has since flourished into a thriving food distribution company: Equality State Farms.
Wyoming Crowned Best State for Camping
Where’s the best place in the United States to camp? Take a look out your back door.
A recent study revealed the Cowboy State ranks number one across the nation for camping excellence. The analysis, completed by sustainable travel advice website Adventures on the Rock, explored 10 distinct factors to develop a full ranking.
UW Sorority Sisters Make National Airwaves With Transgender Lawsuit
They’ve yet to have their day in court, but three of the six University of Wyoming sorority sisters, who are suing their national headquarters over a transgender member, are making a splash in the national media.
University of Wyoming’s Multimillion-Dollar Carbon Capture Project Outlined
One day after receiving the single largest competitive award in its history, details regarding the University of Wyoming’s planned carbon dioxide capture project in the Greater Green River Basin are coming into focus.