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State Rep. Kevin Campbell, R-Glenrock

Debate On Abortion Law Gets Emotional On Wyoming House Floor

As Wyoming legislators debated a “heartbeat act” abortion bill, Rep. Kevin Campbell grew emotional Thursday remembering a 14-year-old girl — his mother. “I was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, in 1969,” he said tearfully. "I was adopted that same year.”

Clair McFarlandFebruary 20, 2026

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Senator Says Gambling "Out Of Control" In Wyoming, Pushes Bills To Rein It In

Sen. John Kolb, the loudest voice on gambling in the legislature this session, is pushing four different bills to tighten up regulations on the industry. "Gaming within the state of Wyoming has exploded into a multibillion-dollar business," Kolb said.

David MadisonFebruary 19, 2026

Wyoming House Speaker Chip Neiman, R-Hulett.

House Speaker, Reps Tell How They Got Checks, Shock Over Controversy

The Wyoming House had a raw exchange Wednesday night about the check-passing controversy that burst into a criminal bribery investigation. “Not one time did it cross my mind that I did anything wrong,” House Speaker Neiman said, noting he had received a check.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 19, 2026

Two people are dead and more than 20 people were injured after a 34-vehicle incident in the westbound lane of I-80 near Evanston on Wednesday afternoon.

Two People Killed, More Than 20 Injured In 34-Vehicle Accident On I-80 Near Evanston

Two people are dead and more than 20 people were injured after a 34-vehicle incident in the westbound lane of I-80 near Evanston on Wednesday afternoon. The westbound lane was finally opened late Thursday morning as wreckers were busily clearing vehicles from the highway.

Andrew RossiFebruary 19, 2026

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Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Friday, February 20, 2026

Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.

Jake NicholsFebruary 20, 2026

The possibility of the death penalty is off the table for both Big Piney teens accused of ambushing and murdering their friend with a bow and arrow. Rowan Littauer, pictured, pleaded not guilty Monday, as did his alleged accomplice Orion Schlesinger on March 20.

Big Piney Man Gets 75 Years To Life For Killing Autistic Victim With Bow And Arrow

A Big Piney man was sentenced Thursday to between 75 years and life in prison for the bow-and-arrow killing of a 23-year-old autistic man. “I want him back,” the victim's mother wept. “I have a blanket with his photo on it, just so I can hug him.”

Clair McFarlandFebruary 19, 2026

Sen. Cale Case, R-Lander

Gun Rights Bill Legislator Says Could Prevent ‘Dystopian Future’ Passes Senate

The Second Amendment Protection Act is an insurance policy against a “dystopian future” where Wyomingites’ rights are trampled, said a legislator prior to the Senate passing the bill Thursday.

Mark HeinzFebruary 20, 2026

A small protest ranging from four to six people at any given time convened over the lunch hour between Sweetwater County District Court and the busy Green River thoroughfare on which it sits, moments before a Jan. 28, 2026, motions hearing for Cody Roberts. Protestors said they want to change Wyoming’s laws and attitude to instill more respect for wildlife, including predators.

Prosecutor Says Cody Roberts Chasing Wolf, Taping Its Mouth Aren’t ‘Prior Acts’

The Sublette County attorney prosecuting Cody Roberts for cruelty for allegedly torturing a wolf says chasing it down and taping its mouth are all part of the crime. Roberts’ attorney argues those are “prior acts” to what he faces trial for.

Greg JohnsonFebruary 20, 2026

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"But The Road Is Dry!": Understanding Wyoming’s "Rolling Closure" Strategy

A driver who comes across a "rolling closure" might see nothing but clear skies and dry conditions, so why is the road closed? WYDOT says it's to keep towns from being overwhelmed. “The closure isn't necessarily due to conditions where you are," they said.

Andrew RossiFebruary 19, 2026

Two years after a wolf was run over with a snowmobile in Sublette County sparked worldwide outrage, animal welfare advocates are still trying to get the practice banned in Wyoming. But there are long odds getting that done in this year’s budget session. State Rep. Mike Schmid, R-La Barge, has supported banning the practice.

Push To Ban Running Wolves Over With Snowmobiles Continues Despite Long Odds

Two years after a wolf was run over with a snowmobile in Sublette County sparked worldwide outrage, animal welfare advocates are still trying to get the practice banned in Wyoming. But there are long odds getting that done in this year’s budget session.

Mark HeinzFebruary 19, 2026

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Couple In White Bronco Promise Casper Homeless Men Jobs, Leave Them Facing Felonies

Duped by a couple in a white Ford Bronco into cashing more than $22,000 worth of bogus checks at local banks, four down-on-their-luck Casper men now face felony charges. One man said he cashed a check he found “with his name conveniently written on it.”

Greg JohnsonFebruary 19, 2026

State Rep. Julie Jarvis, R-Casper

Wyoming House Rejects Adding Extraterrestrials, Animals, To Sex Books Ban

The Wyoming House on Thursday rejected an amendment that would have added sex acts involving extraterrestrials and animals to its proposed ban on sexually-explicit books in public and school library kids' sections.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 19, 2026

Carbon County GOP Vice Chair Joey Correnti.

Carbon County GOP Calls For Reps To Resign Over Silence On ‘CheckGate’

The Carbon County GOP is calling for resignations of four state reps for their silence on the ongoing “CheckGate” scandal. The party says they knew defamation claims aimed at Rep. Mike Yin for making the check-passing public were wrong, but didn’t speak out.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 19, 2026

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‘Too Good To Be True:’ Wyoming Rancher Not Surprised By $200M Cattle Fraud

Wyoming hasn’t yet been linked to a $200 million cattle fraud case that’s hit 14 other states, but its cattle industry has been aware of the company, Agridime, for years. A Sublette County rancher said he never trusted the claims, calling them “too good to be true."

Kate MeadowsFebruary 18, 2026

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House, Senate Brace For Showdown Over $40 Million Cut to University Of Wyoming

The Wyoming House on Wednesday voted to keep a proposed $40 million cut to the University of Wyoming. The Senate did the opposite - setting the two chambers up for a clash in a compromise committee later this month.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 18, 2026

Winter weather created nasty driving conditions that contributed to a pair of multi-vehicle crashes Wednesday that closed a 21-mile stretch of west I-80. “It was just a whiteout,” motorist Amber Gossard, who was caught in the middle of the pileups, told Cowboy State Daily.

Interstate 80 Closed For 21 Miles After More Weather-Related Crashes On Wednesday

Winter weather created nasty driving conditions that contributed to a pair of multi-vehicle crashes Wednesday that closed a 21-mile stretch of west I-80. “It was just a whiteout,” one motorist caught in the middle of the pileups told Cowboy State Daily.

Andrew RossiFebruary 19, 2026

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Casper Man Accused Of Kidnapping, Assault Of Man He Allegedly Called ‘Snitch’

A 20-year-old Casper man faced his initial hearing Wednesday on charges he assaulted and kidnapped a 26-year-old man and threatened him with a weapon for being a “snitch.” The defendant also faces charges of witness tampering.

Dale KillingbeckFebruary 18, 2026

SJR 9, titled “Keeping public lands protected and decisions local,” was introduced by Sen. Eric Barlow, R-Gillette, with 38 co-sponsors — a bipartisan coalition that includes a total of 17 senators and 22 representatives.

Wyoming Senators Vote To Defend Public Lands From Large Federal Selloffs

Wyoming lawmakers heard emotional testimony from teachers, miners and students Tuesday urging them to protect public lands from federal selloffs. The Senate panel unanimously advanced the resolution, "Keeping public lands protected and decisions local."

David MadisonFebruary 18, 2026

A pair of brothers from Ecuador and wanted by ICE will spend more than two years in prison for hauling nearly 75 pounds of illegal drugs across Wyoming, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday. After their prison time, they’ll be deported.

Brothers Wanted By ICE Get 27 Months For Hauling 75 Pounds Of Drugs Across Wyoming

A pair of brothers from Ecuador and wanted by ICE will spend more than two years in prison for hauling nearly 75 pounds of illegal drugs across Wyoming, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday. After their prison time, they’ll be deported.

Greg JohnsonFebruary 18, 2026

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Wyoming Lawmakers Advance Bill Shielding "Free Speech" Of Medical Professionals 

A House Committee voted 8-1 Wednesday to advance House Bill 143 after hearing from medical providers who said they felt pressured to self-censor. "The state should not interfere with free speech rights of healthcare professionals," the bill sponsor said.

February 18, 2026

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Two Charged In Illegal, Out-Of-Season Wolf Killing In Wyoming

Two men were charged in connection with an illegal wolf killing near Cody. The wolf was killed in a wolf hunting zone, but authorities allege it was shot without a license and out of season.

Mark HeinzFebruary 18, 2026

Wyoming lawmakers advanced a bill requiring landowners receive an eminent domain “Bill Of Rights” when condemnation is being considered. “’The Landowner’s Bill of Rights’ will equip landowners with valuable knowledge," said sponsor Rep. JD Williams.

Bill Advanced Requiring Landowners Receive "Bill Of Rights" Before Eminent Domain

Wyoming lawmakers advanced a bill requiring landowners receive an eminent domain “Bill Of Rights” when condemnation is being considered. “’The Landowner’s Bill of Rights’ will equip landowners with valuable knowledge," said sponsor Rep. JD Williams.

David MadisonFebruary 18, 2026

Wyoming snowbirds flock to Mesquite, Nevada, each year to reconnect with fellow residents and celebrate their shared roots through music, memories, and community spirit at the annual Wyoming Snowbird Rendezvous.

Wyoming Snowbirds Gather In Nevada On Thursday For Annual Rendezvous

For more than a decade, Wyomingites who winter in Nevada gather for the annual Wyoming Snowbird Rendezvous in Mesquite. This year it's being held on Thursday. More than 300 showed up last year and it always ends with the singing of "Ragtime Cowboy Joe."

Wendy CorrFebruary 18, 2026

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"Ain't Nobody Stabbing Nobody": Wyoming House, Senate Battle Tuesday Over Budget

The Wyoming Senate voted Tuesday to restore the governor's $11 billion budget, but the House voted against it. Things got heated when Rep. Mike Yin said budget-planners stabbed agencies they disliked. "Ain't nobody stabbing nobody," House Speaker Chip Neiman said.

Clair McFarland & David MadisonFebruary 17, 2026

In response to what's become known as "CheckGate," Gov. Mark Gordon on Tuesday banned campaign contributions on state property. So did the Senate in areas it controls. Meanwhile, the state's top election official, Chuck Gray, remains silent on the controversy.

Gordon Bans Campaign Donations On State Property, Chuck Gray Silent

Gov. Mark Gordon on Tuesday banned campaign contributions on state property. So did the Senate, in areas it controls, in response to the "CheckGate" controversy. Meanwhile, the state's top election official, Chuck Gray, remains silent on the controversy.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 17, 2026

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CheckGate Committee Votes To Pause Investigation Because Of Sheriff's Involvement

The chair of the Wyoming legislative committee investigating the check-passing controversy that unfolded last week told his colleagues Tuesday the committee wants to pause its work – because the local sheriff's office has undertaken its own investigation.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 17, 2026

Former Democratic state Rep. James Byrd could square off against U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman for a U.S. Senate seat, if both win in their primary elections.

Former Wyoming Rep. James Byrd Announces Run For U.S. Senate

Former Democratic state Rep. James Byrd could square off against U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman for a U.S. Senate seat, if both win in their primary elections.

Kate MeadowsFebruary 18, 2026

Cowboy State Daily meteorologist Don Day says it's going to be a busy week.

Beggars Can't Be Choosers: Snow On The Way, Not Great But Better Than Nothing

Meteorologists aren’t seeing a persistent trend yet, but they see this week of winter weather as a promising sign. And after the winter season so far, beggars can’t be choosers. “The next several days are going to be very busy,” said meteorologist Don Day

Andrew RossiFebruary 17, 2026

A return of winter led to multi-vehicle crashes and several semitrailer blow-overs across Wyoming on Tuesday. The Wyoming Highway Patrol was busy responding to multiple incidents involving 16-20 vehicles with confirmed injuries.

Return Of Winter Leads To Multiple Crashes On Wyoming's Highways

A return of winter led to multi-vehicle crashes and several semitrailer blow-overs across Wyoming on Tuesday. The Wyoming Highway Patrol was busy responding to multiple crashes involving 16-20 vehicles with confirmed injuries.

Andrew RossiFebruary 18, 2026

Rocky, a Labrador-boxer mix, escaped his harness during a walk near the mountain town of Montezuma, Colorado, on Dec. 28. He was rescued last week, having survived alone for 43 days in subzero nights and wolf territory. 

Dog Rescued After 43 Days Lost In The Colorado Rockies

Rocky, a Labrador-boxer mix, survived alone for 43 days in subzero nights in the Colorado mountains after escaping from his harness on a walk. “He’s a survivor,” said the rescuer. “He went from 50 pounds down to 26 pounds. He went against all the odds.”

Andrew RossiFebruary 18, 2026

State Sen. Larry Hicks, R-Baggs.

Committee OKs Bill To Keep Some Landowners From Claiming All Hunting Tags

Landowners won’t be able to claim all the tags in certain big game hunting areas under a bill a legislative committee forwarded to the Wyoming Senate floor on Tuesday. 

Mark HeinzFebruary 17, 2026

Representative Robert Wharff

Wyoming Wants To Do What No Other State Has Done: Take Over Federal Mineral Leasing

The Wyoming Senate is advancing a first-of-its-kind resolution asking Congress to let the state run the federal mineral leasing program within its borders. Even supporters acknowledge it's a heavy lift.

David MadisonFebruary 17, 2026

Beth Butler, a Converse County cattle rancher with a background in petroleum remediation, told the committee she supports the bill but wants to preserve the option of using wastewater for hydrogen production.

Wyoming Lawmakers Move To Ban “Destruction” Of Water For Hydrogen Production

A bill born from the fight over a controversial Converse County wind and hydrogen project passed the House Ag Committee 8-1 on Tuesday. The legislation could impact its sister project in Niobrara County — and any future effort to split Wyoming water into fuel.

David MadisonFebruary 17, 2026

The legendary Wyoming Range mule deer herd was starving and freezing during the brutal winter of 2022-2023. With this year’s mild winter, the deer are getting chunky.

Wyoming Mule Deer Fat And Happy Now But Biologists Say Snowfall Is Needed

Unlike the winter of 2022-2023, when mule deer were starving and dying by the thousands in Wyoming, this year the herd is looking quite healthy. “The deer are fat. They look awesome,” said avid hunter and deer conservationist Zachary Key of La Barge.

Mark HeinzFebruary 17, 2026

Clockwise from top left: Jeff Wasserburger, Eli Bebout, Ron Micheli, and Anthony Ross.

Former Wyoming Lawmakers Voice Shock, Anger Over 'CheckGate' Controversy

Former Wyoming lawmakers say someone coming onto the House floor to distribute checks was "brazen," "shocking," and "unprecedented." "When it comes to ethics violations, I don’t recall anything of this magnitude," said former Rep. Ron Micheli.

Zakary SonntagFebruary 16, 2026

Wyoming Business Council CEO Josh Dorrell testifies Monday for the Senate Minerals, Business and Economic Development Committee.

Senate Committee Advances Bill To 'Freeze,' Rebuild Wyoming Business Council

The state Senate advanced a bill Monday that would rescue the Wyoming Business Council by rebuilding the controversial agency. It also would freeze its work while lawmakers and others reevaluate the council.

Clair McFarland & David MadisonFebruary 17, 2026

The Teton County Republican Party on Saturday condemned the actions of its committeewoman, Rebecca Bextel, for handing out checks on the House floor. The Wyoming Republican Party distanced itself too, saying she was not representing the party.

Teton County GOP Condemns Check Passing On House Floor By Its Own Committeewoman

The Teton County Republican Party on Saturday condemned the actions of its committeewoman, Rebecca Bextel, for handing out checks on the House floor. The Wyoming Republican Party distanced itself too, saying she was not representing the party.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 16, 2026

First responders saved a young driver after he hit a cow on a dark Sheridan County road Friday night. They were alerted to the crash by the Life360 app, which sent an emergency alert to the driver's parents and first responders.

Young Driver Saved By Life360 App After Hitting A Cow In Sheridan County

First responders saved a young driver after he hit a cow on a dark Sheridan County road Friday night. They were alerted to the crash by the Life360 app, which sent an emergency alert to the driver's parents and first responders.

Andrew RossiFebruary 17, 2026

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on Monday said that state is petitioning a federal legislative panel to reverse its decision to kill the $17.85 billion, 3,500-well Jonah Field expansion. The ruling “is a direct assault on Wyoming’s economy," Gordon said.

Wyoming Petitions To Overturn Halt Of 3,500-Well Jonah Field Expansion

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on Monday said that state is petitioning a federal legislative panel to reverse its decision to kill the $17.85 billion, 3,500-well Jonah Field expansion. The ruling “is a direct assault on Wyoming’s economy," Gordon said.

Greg JohnsonFebruary 16, 2026

The future of Wyoming’s Derecho supercomputer is uncertain after the National Science Foundation announced plans to shift operations to a third party, leaving state and university leaders seeking to preserve its local role.

Future Of Wyoming’s Derecho Supercomputer Uncertain Amid Management Change

The future of Wyoming’s Derecho supercomputer is uncertain after the National Science Foundation announced plans to shift operations to a third party, leaving state and university leaders seeking to preserve its local role.

Renée JeanFebruary 17, 2026

Montana bronc rider Brittany Miller recovered her stolen horse trailer and some of her custom-made equipment after it was stolen Jan. 31. Now, she hopes her social media posts and anonymous tips will help her recover the rest of her stolen gear.

Montana Cowgirl Recovers Stolen Trailer, 'Will Never Stop Looking' For Saddles

Montana bronc rider Brittany Miller recovered her stolen horse trailer and some of her custom-made equipment after it was stolen Jan. 31. Now, she hopes her social media posts and anonymous tips will help her recover the rest of her stolen gear.

Andrew RossiFebruary 17, 2026

Sen. Chris Rothfuss, D-Laramie, successfully advanced multiple amendments Monday to the “recalibration” bill, most of them compromises in response to months of educators' complaints - and one of them a guardrail to thwart a bidding war between districts that could soon have millions of dollars to attract new teachers. 

Wyoming Senator Offers $126 Million Compromise To Embattled School Funding Bill

Sen. Chris Rothfuss on Monday offered a $126 million increase to Wyoming's $3.6 billion, two-year grant to its public schools. That's a compromise that followed months of educator outcry and debate between lawmakers. Soon the full Senate may consider his amendment.

Clair McFarlandFebruary 16, 2026

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis told the Wyoming Senate on Monday that Kraken, the cryptocurrency exchange that moved its global headquarters to Cheyenne last year, will sponsor Trump $1,000 Accounts for every child born in Wyoming in 2026.

Lummis Announces Kraken Will Fund Trump Accounts For Every Wyoming Newborn In 2026

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis told the Wyoming Senate on Monday that Kraken, the cryptocurrency exchange that moved its global headquarters to Cheyenne last year, will sponsor Trump $1,000 Accounts for every child born in Wyoming in 2026.

David MadisonFebruary 16, 2026

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15 Child Porn Charges For Casper Man On Parole For Having Child Porn

A 61-year-old Casper man on parole for possessing child pornography is behind bars again, accused of having a secret cellphone with hundreds of depictions of violent sex acts with children. He said he had an addiction to adult porn, then “got curious.”

Greg JohnsonFebruary 16, 2026

Heidi Kennedy testifies at the Senate Labor Committee Meeting on Bill SF0057 - Transparency in hospital service pricing.

Wyoming Senators Advance Hospital Price Transparency Bill To Curb Sticker Shock

After a 46-year-old Gillette man suffered a stroke while driving a truck in the oil fields, he faced a $300,000 medical debt. And then came the other bills for therapy. But no pricing was available at the hospital. A bill was advanced Monday requiring it.

David MadisonFebruary 16, 2026

Boysen Reservoir in Fremont County, Wyoming, on Sunday Feb 15, 2026. Inset: Person in Darth Vader costume

Wild: Ice Cracking On Wyoming Reservoir Sounds Like A ‘Star Wars’ Laser Gunfight

About midmorning on Sunday, as the temperature crept above freezing, the ice sheet on Boysen Reservoir started making sounds like something out of a science fiction movie. Scientists say the otherworldly noises come from ice cracking under warming temperatures.

Mark HeinzFebruary 16, 2026

The traditional practice of feeding livestock in winter from a horse-drawn sleigh seems labor-intensive and less efficient than using modern technology. Some Wyoming ranchers do it anyway — a nod to old-time Western ranching.

Why These Wyoming Ranchers Feed Winter Livestock With Horse-Drawn Sleighs

Many Wyoming ranchers stick to the traditional way of doing things when feeding livestock in the winter — with a team of workhorses and a sleigh loaded with hay. "I don't have to worry about whether the engine will start," rancher Pete Arambel says.

Kate MeadowsFebruary 15, 2026

TerraPower is building a massive mechanic shop for its Natrium plant in Kemmerer, called the Test and Fill Facility. The crane behind the building is 200 feet tall, while the building is 167 feet tall.

Inside TerraPower’s World-First Nuclear Project Being Built Just Outside Kemmerer

Work is progressing fast just outside Kemmerer at TerraPower’s first-of-its-kind nuclear power project. Cowboy State Daily went on a tour to get an inside look at the 167-foot-tall facility that will stress-test massive Natrium reactor components.

Renée JeanFebruary 15, 2026

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PinYour Wyoming Sunrise: Friday, February 20, 2026

Today's Wyoming sunrise was captured by Peggy Fowler. Peggy writes, "This was taken from my front yard, east of Lovell. I love being able to look out our front door and see our Big Horn Mountains, and the sunrise was magnificent this morning!"

Photo by Peggy Fowler

Today's question to Don Day

Mark James Mullins of Douglas
In regard to your thunderstorm season article, can you reassess the data on a per-capita basis, especially when considering population of the states? It could affect me as I own a hill on my property which I plan a communications tower and likely will have a lightning rod installed when it goes in.
Don Day
FEMA has a good lightning database that takes into account lightning risk, potential property loss, etc. based on population and lightning frequency. Data is available on a county by county basis. Lots and lots of lightning data available here which may help in quest for more lightning information. https://hazards.fema.gov/nri/lightning
DD

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Venezuelans holding up Bibles they received through Vision Beyond Borders.

Vision Beyond Borders Sends Bibles To The Nations

For over 30 years, the Vision Beyond Borders teams have carried Bibles—along with medicine, clothing, and necessary supplies—into places like Cuba, Iran, and Venezuela.

February 02, 2026

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Hoskinson Health Brings Advanced Rheumatology Care to Gillette

Hoskinson Health’s rheumatology program offers diagnosis and treatment for autoimmune and arthritis conditions using in-house imaging, infusion therapy and specialty expertise, reducing the need for patients to travel out of state.

January 26, 2026

In a physical therapy office, a woman performs a procedure on a patient.

Hoskinson Premier Care Redefines How Wyoming Patients Get Healthcare

The Gillette clinic’s membership-based program is designed to simplify healthcare by bundling primary care, specialty services, and mental health support into one predictable monthly price.

January 26, 2026

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Jonathan Lange: Restoring Protections To Wyoming Women

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes,  “Rep. Martha Lawley (R-Worland) has introduced legislation that restores to women protections that the Court stripped away. HB 117 will be heard by the House Judiciary Committee on Monday morning.”

Jonathan LangeFebruary 13, 2026

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Scott Clem: Checks On The House Floor? Absolutely Not.

Columnist Scott Clem writes, "Every lawmaker who accepted a check under those circumstances revealed something troubling: a lack of awareness of the Wyoming Constitution and a disregard for the moral obligations of public office."

Scott ClemFebruary 13, 2026

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Tom Lubnau: Puppets, Phones, and Power — Inside Wyoming’s Shadow Legislature

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "We know money changed hands – on the house floor. And during floor debate, you can routinely watch legislators read directly from their phones. We do not know who is scripting the debate."

Tom LubnauFebruary 12, 2026

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