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Get In On This Wyoming Castle For Just $14 Million
A cabin in Wyoming? Sure, that sounds great. Located on a Wyoming hilltop and complete with towers, tunnels... hold on, tunnels too?. This castle has a panoramic view and can be yours for a mere $14 million. “It’s a bit of a local landmark,” said listing agent Patty Speakman of...
Wyoming Man Killed in Rollover Crash Near Gillette
A 43-year-old Wyoming man is dead after rolling his pickup near Gillette, the Wyoming Highway Patrol says. The crash happened around 11:27 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17 near milepost 131 on Wyoming 51. According to a fatality crash summary, Mark Christman was headed west when he lost control of his...
Teen Dead After Pickup Spins Out, Rolls Off I-25 in Cheyenne
A 13-year-old Nebraskan was killed Friday morning when the pickup they were riding in spun out on an icy bridge and rolled off Interstate 25 in Cheyenne, the Wyoming Highway Patrol says. The crash happened around 7:09 a.m. near milepost 9, near the Lincolnway Drive exit. Speed, Equipment Failure/Issue Possibly...
Laramie Valley Faces Red Flag Fire Warning This Afternoon
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for critical fire danger for the Laramie Valley area today [April 22] from noon until 7 p.m. A Red Flag Warning means warm temperatures, very low humidities, and stronger winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of fire danger.
Cheyenne National Weather Service: Unsettled Weather This Week
While southeast Wyoming residents can expect noticeably warmer temperatures this week, that doesn't mean we won't see any rain or even snow at higher elevations. That's according to the Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service. The agency posted the following on its website:. ''The work week ahead calls for...
The Mystery Behind Highway Hypnosis
Wait, what happened during the last 20 miles while you were driving? Whether you're driving on familiar highways and roads or not, we've all been there. All of sudden we're home or stopping at a stoplight and don't remember a thing. Where did those miles go? You're fine so clearly...
Wyoming Woman to Host Record Breaking Event for World Peace
A Wyoming woman is hoping to break a record at an event called the Grand Butterfly Gathering in Jackson Hole this summer. Teresa Lawrence's goal is to bring together the largest amount of people ever dressed as butterflies to promote world peace on June 29th, starting in downtown Jackson. She has further urged the entire world to participate virtually.
Jeff Linder Adds Trio of Transfers to Wyoming’s 2024-25 Roster
LARAMIE -- University of Wyoming head men’s basketball coach Jeff Linder announced the addition of three transfers to the 2024-25 roster on Thursday. The group fields a duo of experienced guards and a wing player with collegiate and international experience. Obi Agbim is a 6-3, 180-pound guard spent two...
Cowgirl Tennis Caps Regular Season With Border War Win
FORT COLLINS, Colo., – The Wyoming Cowgirl tennis team closed the regular season on high note Friday afternoon on the road. The Cowgirls rallied back after losing the doubles point to defeat Colorado State, 4-2. UW finishes the regular season at 16-9 overall and 7-3 in the Mountain West and will be the No. 3 seed at next week’s Mountain West Tournament in Las Vegas.
Jayden Williams is Bringing ‘Controlled Chaos’ to Pokes’ Front Four
LARAMIE -- He's a self-admitted mama's boy. His radiant smile is warm, inviting. The jokes come easy, too. Between the white lines, though, Jayden Williams isn't exactly easy going or light-hearted. If you watched the Cowboys' second open scrimmage of the spring inside War Memorial Stadium, you got a glimpse.
Wyoming GOP Censure Governor Mark Gordon
Just before the Wyoming Republican Convention word came that Governor Mark Gordon would not be attending. Perhaps he knew something. The convention was held this past weekend, April 18-20, and the Wyoming Republican Party voted Saturday to censure Gov. Mark Gordon. The last time the Wyoming GOP slapped Governor Gordon...
Massive Prairie Dog Town Covers Centeral Wyoming
In Natrona County Wyoming, just west of the airport, is 33 mile road. My guess is it's about 33 miles long. (Just going out on a limb here). This past Sunday I drove the road, north, intending to drive up to Johnson County where the road ends, just below the town of Kaycee.
Warmer Weather, Some Rain Expected In SE Wyoming This Week
Warmer, drier weather is expected in southeast Wyoming this week, with temperatures in some areas expected to reach the low to mid-70s. That's according to the Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service. The agency posted the following on its website:. After a wintry few days, we'll return to more...
Online Poll: Should Wyoming Legalize Marijuana?
It's 4/20, a day that has become an unofficial marijuana holiday. That stems (no pun intended) from the widely recognized use of ''420" as code for marijuana consumption. So it seems appropriate to ask whether it's time for Wyoming to join the growing list of states with legal weed. Right now, 24 states have legalized recreational marijuana use, including Wyoming's neighbors in Montana and Colorado.
Wyoming Department Of Health Issues Tick Danger Warning
The Wyoming Department of Health is reminding state residents to take steps to protect themselvesf from potentially serious diseases carried by ticks. Thar's according to a Friday WDH news reelase. The department says common illnesses spread by the blood-sucking insects in Wyoming include tularemia, Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) and...
Snow Expected In Southeast Wyoming Through Saturday, Warm Sunday
Southeast Wyoming residents can expect drizzle, fog and snow through Saturday ahead of much warmer weather on Sunday. That's according to the Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service. The agency posted the following on its website; Cooler, wet weather continues late this week with chances for precipitation, mainly light...
Warmer Weather Brings Road Construction, WYDOT Reminds Motorists to Pay Attention
Warmer weather is coming and that means road construction is too. According to the Wyoming Department of Transportation, Wyoming had 273 crashes in Highway work zones last year, resulting in 76 injuries and three fatalities. "We get people going like 20 miles per hour over the speed limit, they’re not...
Cowgirls sit in Eighth Place After Opening Round of MW Tournament
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif., – The Wyoming Cowgirl golfers opened action the 2024 Mountain West Championships on Tuesday at the Dinah Shore Tournament Course at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, Calif. The Cowgirls sit in a tie for eighth place after the opening round with a 299 (+11).
The Wyoming Road Trip Snack You Need To Have
Road trips are meant to be fun and exciting. However, you should always be prepared for anything, including hunger, thirst, and boredom. One of the most critical decisions, outside of the destination of your trip, is what you eat and drink. For me, snacks are more important than what I pack in my suitcase. Are you eating healthy, sweet, salty, chocolaty, savory, crunchy, buttery, cheesy, meaty snacks? How about the drinks? Are you getting water, sports drinks, soda, tea, coffee, or juice?
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