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Incoming University Of Wyoming President Wants To Build Bridges, Dissolve Drama

Incoming U.W. President Brigadier General Shane Reeves told Cowboy State Daily he wants to build bridges and dissolve drama at the university, as well as build trust and connections throughout the state by talking to state legislators and stakeholders.

Clair McFarlandApril 03, 2026

A tour group watched a pack of wolves unsuccessfully try to take down a bison in Yellowstone National Park this past weekend. A guide captured video of one of the wolves that was sent flying after taking a hard kick as the bison fled.

Yellowstone Wolf Goes Flying After Taking A Bison Kick During Hunt

A tour group watched a pack of wolves unsuccessfully try to take down a bison in Yellowstone National Park this past weekend. A guide captured video of one of the wolves that was sent flying after taking a hard kick as the bison fled.

Andrew RossiApril 03, 2026

Nearly 50 years after his death, Elvis remains forever 25 and the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll at the corner of East Lincolnway and Campbell Avenue in Cheyenne — despite never performing here. A new mural there features Elvis, stampeding bison and Devils Tower. Here, Molly and Radley Kopp take a selfie with the mural.

Cheyenne Fans Of The King Don’t Care That Elvis Never Performed In Wyoming

Nearly 50 years after his death, Elvis remains forever 25 and the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll on East Lincolnway in Cheyenne — despite never performing in Wyoming. A new mural there features Elvis, stampeding bison and Devils Tower.

Greg JohnsonApril 03, 2026

Tensions between Gov. Mark Gordon and Secretary of State Chuck Gray erupted again Thursday during a meeting of the Wyoming Board of Land Commissioners. At one point, Gordon told Gray to “shut up” during a debate over affordable housing.

Round 2: Gov. Gordon Tells Chuck Gray To 'Shut Up' At Fiery Land Board Meeting

Tensions between Gov. Mark Gordon and Secretary of State Chuck Gray erupted again Thursday during a meeting of the Wyoming Board of Land Commissioners. Gordon told Gray to “shut up” during a debate and asked him to step out of the room.

David MadisonApril 03, 2026

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Riverton Man Whose Mother’s Home Was Ripped Open During Standoff Gets Plea Deal

After he was accused of thrusting a sword through his bedroom door at police officers and sparking an 11-hour standoff during which law enforcement ripped open his mother’s Riverton home last spring, Ron Allington reached a plea agreement Wednesday.

Clair McFarlandApril 02, 2026

Gillette-based L&H Industrial built some of the massive hardware that helped the Artemis II rocket blast off Wednesday taking astronauts to the moon for the first time in 50 years. It’s not the first time the company has built components for NASA.

Wyoming Company Helping US Astronauts Reach The Moon For First Time In 50 Years

Gillette-based L&H Industrial built some of the massive hardware that helped the Artemis II rocket blast off Wednesday taking astronauts to the moon for the first time in 50 years. It’s not the first time the company has built components for NASA.

Renée JeanApril 02, 2026

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Guest Column: Where Wyoming Powers More Than The Grid

Cheyenne Chamber CEO Dale Steenbergen writes, "As demand for secure, reliable data infrastructure continues to grow, so does the need for places that handle that responsibility. Wyoming’s long-term growth shows confidence in our ability to support large-scale, mission-critical operations."

Guest ColumnApril 02, 2026

This bull recently raised by the Connealy Ranch in Nebraska recently sold for $110,000. Its genetics make the bull a prized commodity for its semen, which can sell for big bucks.

‘White Gold’: Bulls With Good Genetics Sell For Big Bucks For Their Semen

Although a bull from the Connealy Ranch in Nebraska just sold for $110,000 at a spring auction, that's not their record. They sold a bull for $500,000 in 2022. And it's all because of the semen. Called “white gold” in the industry, it’s a moneymaker.

Kate MeadowsApril 02, 2026

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Scott Clem: What We Lose When Politics Becomes A Religion

Columnist Scott Clem writes, "In Wyoming, I see a growing trend where politics is treated not as public service but as a pathway to status, influence, and self‑promotion. The people who lose in that arrangement are the ones who can least afford it."

Scott ClemApril 02, 2026

Big Betty, Evanston's neighborhood moose, as she appeared on April 1. The large parch of exposed skin on her side might look alarming, but Wyoming Game and Fish personnel didn't see anything to indicate the moose was ill, injured, or dying.

Oh No! Evanston Residents Worried About Big Betty, Their Friendly Neighborhood Moose

When Big Betty, a popular Evanston neighborhood moose, showed up Wednesday with a large, raw injury, locals were alarmed. After all, she had been visiting the neighborhood for three years. “We all love her very much," said resident Shasta Sharp.

Andrew RossiApril 02, 2026

Now that the new 1,285-foot-long, 180-foot-tall Yellowstone Bridge is finished, demolition crews are dismantling the 65-year-old bridge that stood in its place. Tear-down is expected by end of year and the new bridge should last between 75-100 years.

Yellowstone Tearing Down Old Bridge Now That New $118M, 180-Foot-Tall Bridge Finished

Now that the new 1,285-foot-long, 180-foot-tall Yellowstone Bridge is finished, demolition crews are dismantling the 65-year-old bridge that stood in its place. Tear-down is expected by end of year and the new bridge should last between 75-100 years.

Andrew RossiApril 02, 2026

Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder has apologized for her department's release of unredacted student information in a public records request. She said the release was the result of "human error" and those involved have been reprimanded.

Megan Degenfelder Apologizes For 'Unredacted' Student Info Release

Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder has apologized for her department's release of unredacted student information in a public records request. She said the release was the result of "human error" and those involved have been reprimanded.

Clair McFarlandApril 02, 2026

American Rare Earths is weighing building a processing facility for hard-to-find heavy rare earth metals at its Halleck Creek mine near Wheatland. It’s a move that could boost Wyoming jobs as it helps cut U.S. dependence on China for critical minerals.

Wheatland Rare Earth Project Could Include Processing Hard-To-Find Heavy Metals

American Rare Earths is weighing building a processing facility for hard-to-find heavy rare earth metals at its Halleck Creek mine near Wheatland. It’s a move that could boost Wyoming jobs as it helps cut U.S. dependence on China for critical minerals.

Renée JeanApril 02, 2026

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Conservative Activist Steve Friess, Son Of Foster, Runs For Wyoming U.S. House Seat

Conservative activist Steve Friess, son of former political candidate Foster Friess, is running for Wyoming’s U.S. House seat. He and his family helped Charlie Kirk start Turning Point USA and describes his philosophy as pro-Trump, pro-life, and pro-gun.

Clair McFarlandApril 02, 2026

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Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Thursday, April 2, 2026

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

Jake NicholsApril 02, 2026

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Cowboy State Daily Video Newscast: Thursday, April 2, 2026

Thursday's headlines include: * More Ethics Training For Legislators * Former BP Chief Is New CEO Of Wyo Startup * Powell Man Says He Didn’t Leave Dog To Die

Mac WatsonApril 02, 2026

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Tom Lubnau: The Price of Voting. No Privacy.

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "If you voted in Wyoming, your personal information now lives in a massive federal database which is shared across agencies, combined with other datasets, and stored who-knows-where in the cloud. Forever. Because databases don’t forget."

Tom LubnauApril 02, 2026

Spring roundup on the Hall Ranch in Campbell County.

Will A Wyoming Ranch Family’s Land Swap Proposal Unlock 250 Million Tons of Coal?

One of Campbell County’s oldest homesteading families is proposing a land swap and sale that could unlock 250 million tons of coal on Wyoming state land. Supporters pitch it as a win-win for the ranch and the state — but how much is the coal worth?

David MadisonApril 01, 2026

State Rep. Mike Yin, D-Jackson, during a meeting of the Legislature's Management Council on April 1, 2026, in the Historic Supreme Court Chamber at the Wyoming State Capitol in Cheyenne.

CheckGate Fallout: Legislature To Get More Ethics Training

The Wyoming Legislature’s Management Council decided Wednesday to add more ethics training for state legislators. The move comes in the wake of the House CheckGate a controversy this past session.  

Clair McFarlandApril 01, 2026

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Guest Column: Permanent Mineral Trust Fund Saved Wyoming; "Best Vote I Ever Cast"

Guest columnist Rex Arney writes, "The Permanent Mineral Trust Fund provides financial stability with income available to meet essential obligations during economic downturns and reducing pressure to raise taxes. Supporting the creation of the Trust Fund was the best vote I ever cast."

Guest ColumnApril 01, 2026

President Donald Trump hosts 2025 rodeo champions at the White House, a move the rodeo industry says is huge for the sport.

Rodeo Champs Honored By White House For First Time In 40 Years Is Huge Boost For Sport

The Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association says rodeo champions being celebrated at the White House for the first time in more than 40 years is a huge boost for the sport. "It's a good time to wear a cowboy hat," the Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association said.

Kate MeadowsApril 01, 2026

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