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Where is Wyoming's Lottery?

Trevor T. Trujillo — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:32:49 +0000

If you're hoping to buy a lottery ticket in the state of Wyoming, you've got to some time on your hands before you can.

Earthquake Rattles Afton Wyoming

Brian Scott — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:50:20 +0000

According to the USGS, an earthquake that measured 4.0 on the Richter Scale rattled the western parts of Wyoming at about 11:30 PM last night. The epicenter was described as being 14 miles WNW of Afton, Wyoming and was appr

Flags Ordered To Half-Staff May 15th, 2013

Brian Scott — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:48:59 +0000

Pursuant to President Barack Obama’s Presidential proclamation to lower the United States flag in honor of Peace Officer’s Memorial Day, Tuesday, May 15, 2013. Governor Matt Mead has ordered that both the U.S. flag and State of Wyoming flag be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise to sunset on May 15, 2013 in honor of [...]

Wyoming Short Film Contest Announces Winner [VIDEO]

Trevor T. Trujillo — Fri, 10 May 2013 22:30:58 +0000

Requited is a short film in the classic western style, about revenge and redemption. It is also the winner of this year's Wyoming Short Film competition.

Cheyenne Frontier Days Named Best Summer Festival 2013

Rodeo Rick — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:30:15 +0000

Every summer thousands of visitors flock to Wyoming to enjoy the Worlds Largest Outdoor Rodeo - Cheyenne Frontier Days.

Wyo History Website Celebrates Official Roll-Out

Trevor T. Trujillo — Fri, 03 May 2013 20:44:29 +0000

A website dedicated to the History of Wyoming is hoping to grab the attention of "everyone" with its official roll-out.

Frontier Airlines to Impose Carry-on, Drink Fees

Anthony Pollreisz — Thu, 02 May 2013 18:59:06 +0000

A popular Denver-based low-cost air carrier will implement carry-on bag fees this summer.

Frontier Airlines made the announcement Wednesday. The airline says it will begin charging a $25 carry-on fee to passengers who do not book their itinerary through the airl

Meg Lanker-Simons Cited For Making UW Crushes Post

Trevor T. Trujillo — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:52:42 +0000

University of Wyoming Police have issued a citation to Meg Lanker-Simons for a charge of interference. According to the citation "Subject admitted to making a controversial post on UW Crushes webpage and then lied about not doing it."

Winter Weather Again Takes Aim On Wyoming

Brian Scott — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:56:19 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued has issued a number of special weather statements and winter weather watches in advance of the next system heade to the Cowboy State.

For Central Wyoming expect 3-6 inches in the mountains East of the Continental Divide from Lander to Casper with lesser amounts of snow expected for the lower elevations of the area. The

UW Crushes Page Removed From Facebook

Trevor T. Trujillo — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:26:32 +0000

A Facebook page that recently came under fire in Laramie appears to have been removed from Facebook.

Facebook Page Sparks UW Controversy

Trevor T. Trujillo — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:10:16 +0000

A Facebook page called UW Crushes has come under fire after a harshly worded statment was posted on the page about a University of Wyoming Student.

Bill Cosby Coming To Casper [VIDEO]

Rodeo Rick — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:40:28 +0000

Comedy legend Bill Cosby, best known for a wide variety of enterprises and his family friendly, insightful and frequently hilarious observations about human nature, this American icon takes the stage October 6th.

Experience Skiing a Fresh 58″ on Casper Mountain [Video]

Erin — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:49:54 +0000

Casperite, Adam Studer, recently skied a fresh 58" of snow at Casper Mountain's Lookout Point. Thanks to his helmet cam, you can take a ride along, enjoy!

Who Are The Wealthiest People In Wyoming & How Much Are They Worth?

DJ Nyke — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:23:12 +0000

With all the hoop-lah about jobs, it's nice to know the state of Wyoming has it's share of billionaires... not millionaires. Now you know who to ask for a loan.

A top the list is Christy Walton who

Statewide Tornado Drill Set For Friday Morning

Rich Denison — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:13:38 +0000

Tornado sirens will sound at 10:30 a.m. Friday, as the National Weather Service and Wyoming Department of Homeland Security officials conduct a statewide tornado drill.

Governor Matt Mead Orders Flags To Half-Staff Until Saturday

Brian Scott — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:15:52 +0000

Flags will fly at half-staff through Saturday to honor those affected by Monday's bombings in Boston

Cheyenne Wyoming Runner Recounts Boston Marathon Bombing [AUDIO]

Brian Scott — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:37:55 +0000

Cheyenne resident and runner Jennifer Hanrahan had to overcome an ankle injury and surgery to get to this years Boston Marathon and nothing was going to stop her.

Another Big Winter Storm Takes Aim On Wyoming

Brian Scott — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:10:58 +0000

Winter storm warnings and advisories have been posted over a large area of Wyoming for the second week in a row.

Rare Speckled Moose Seen In Wyoming

Brian Scott — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:03:16 +0000

The other day i noticed that the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation had posted a picture of a speckled moose that was seen and photograhed by Rick Friesen of Timmins, Ontario, Canada.

This was almost immediately followed by a pic from a fellow by the name of Kevin featuring a dappled moose seen in the Sunlight Basin outside of Cody and just east of Yellowstone

Tax Freedom Day Arrives in Wyoming on April 16th

Tee Roy — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:10:25 +0000

Residents of the Cowboy State Celebrate Earlier than the National Date of April 18th

Washington, D.C., April 12, 2013—Tax Freedom Day, the date on which Americans will have earned enough money to pay this year’s tax obligations at the federal, state, and local levels, will fall on April 16th for residents of Wyoming. The nationwide date for all Americans, as announced recently by the Tax Foundation, will be Thursday, April 18th.

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