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Visit The Living Ghost Town Of Superior, Wyoming
It started as a "man camp" and was called White City because of all the white tents people lived in at the time. Then, as terminate structures were built the name was changed. Superior was known as Reliance until July 14, 1906. Superior exploded to 3,000 people who came in...
Rain, Snow Expected In SE Wyoming Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Cooler, wetter weather is headed to southeast Wyoming with the workweek starting on Monday. That's according to the Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service. The agency posted the following on its website:. The next spring storm system arriving tomorrow will bring multiple weather hazards, including strong winds, thunderstorm chances,...
Wyoming/Colorado Chase Ends With Homicide Suspect Killing Himself
A homicide suspect took his own life after leading Wyoming and Colorado authorities on a chase from Cheyenne to Wellington early Saturday morning, officials say. Laramie County Sheriff's spokesman Brandon Warner says it all started at 1:41 a.m. when a deputy tried to stop the suspect, who was wanted for a recent homicide and domestic violence case in South Dakota, in the area of Interstate 25 and Horse Creek Road and he fled south on I-25 towards Colorado.
You’re Invited to Laramie’s Enchanted Garden Soiree Saturday
Looking for weekend plans or a fun date night in Laramie? Leadership Laramie, Toyota of Laramie, and Trailer Works of Wyoming invite the Gem City to a beautiful evening at the Enchanted Garden Soiree. Join Leadership Laramie for an Enchanted Garden Soiree. Join Leadership Laramie tomorrow, Saturday, April 13, for...
Southeast Wyoming Forecast: Weekend Sun, Breezy Saturday, Rainy Monday
It looks like southeast Wyoming can expect a beautiful weekend ahead, according to the Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service. A 20 percent chance of showers after 3pm. Sunny, with a high near 72. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Tonight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 42....
Where’s The Location Of These Beautiful Iconic Wyoming Barns?
You've seen their pictures, paintings, and videos and may have wondered where they're located. Considering many people who live in Wyoming have never been to Yellowstone or Grand Teton National Parks, there's a good chance you've never seen them outside of pictures. The Iconic Barns of Grovont, Wyoming. Grovont, you...
Wyoming High School Sports Pics of the Week: Apr. 10-13
The spring season in high school athletics can always be tricky with changing weather conditions in the Rocky Mountain region. But the Wyoming athletes are a pretty resilient group so they're up to the task despite cold, snow, and wind. We have another big group of photos from around the...
Keep Your Eyes On The Outstanding Wyoming Night Sky
The skies above Wyoming have been a hot topic over the last couple of weeks, and that's not going to change anytime soon. You're missing out if you're not following the National Weather Service in Riverton on social media. They regularly release informative videos that explain weather, forecasts, and other exciting events in great detail.
The Spring Rodeo Season is Underway!
The spring season for high school rodeo began earlier this month after a handful of events in the fall. Laramie played host to the first spring rodeo and the regular season lasts until the end of May. The state finals this year will be in Rock Springs in June and the National Finals will also be in Rock Springs this July. Here are the top 2 finishers in each event from the Laramie Rodeo.
Helmet Communication Could be Game Changer for Pokes’ Offense
LARAMIE -- Don't be surprised if you see Evan Svoboda, standing outside the offensive huddle, both hands covering the ear holes of his helmet next August inside Sun Devil Stadium. He's simply receiving the play call before relaying the message to his teammates. Helmet communication from coach to quarterback has...
Could Alex Conn Slide into Wyoming’s Starting Front Five?
LARAMIE -- Alex Conn isn't permitted to speak with the media this offseason. Only returning players and graduate transfers have that option. The 6-foot-5, 310-pound offensive lineman is neither of those, but that doesn't mean his teammates and coaches can't share thoughts about the junior, who could very well be among Wyoming's starting front five this fall.
Pokes Ink Transfer Guard From Fort Lewis For Second Straight Year
LARAMIE -- The rebuild is underway. For the second straight year, a guard from Texas via Fort Lewis College with just one season of eligibility could again play a major role in that. Obi Agbim, a 6-foot-3, 180-pound Houston product who graduated from Rangeview High School in Aurora, Colo., is...
Tom Brady Makes Unexpected Prediction About Josh Allen
Tom Brady is so much better now that he's not playing football anymore. After comments like this, it's easier not to hate him, even in Buffalo. Tom Brady is not known for saying nice things about Buffalo or the people who live here. For years he was a thorn in the side of Buffalo Bills fans. As much as we hate to admit it, he owned the Buffalo Bills. That's what makes this sound even better as a Bills fan.
O.J. Simpson Dead at 76 Following Cancer Diagnosis
O.J. Simpson has died at age 76, his family announced on social media this morning. According to a post on Simpson's X (formerly Twitter) account, he died from cancer sometime Wednesday. TMZ reports Simpson died in Las Vegas surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Orenthal James Simpson was born in...
Scrabble Has a New, Easier Version Because Gen Z Doesn’t Like the Original Game
Hmmmmmm, okay. I'm not really quite sure how to take this but hey, if this is the move the toy and game company Mattel plans to make then so be it. After all, it's just a game and those of us who grew up with the original Scrabble can just keep on playing that one.
Ten UW Football Players Recognized by Hampshire Honor Society
LARAMIE -- The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame (NFF) announced on Wednesday the football student-athletes from all levels of college football who are being honored this year as members of the 2024 Hampshire Honor Society. The University of Wyoming had 10 student-athletes earn the honor this year....
Josh Purdum Named New Head Soccer Coach at Wyoming
LARAMIE -- University of Wyoming Athletics Director Tom Burman announced Wednesday the hiring of Josh Purdum as the new head coach of the soccer program. Purdum – who becomes the sixth soccer head coach in school history – comes to Laramie from Colorado State where he was an assistant coach the last two seasons.
UW Caps Bobcat Desert Classic with School Record Team Score
GOODYEAR, Ariz., – The Wyoming Cowgirl golfers wrap up the regular season on a high note breaking the school record for scoring in a 54-hole event with a team score of 871 (+7) on Wednesday at the Bobcat Desert Classic at the Golf Club at Estrella in Goodyear, Ariz.
New Scandal Renews Quest For Defunding Wyoming Public Media
A longstanding NPR reporter and insider, Uri Berliner, has found himself increasingly disillusioned with what he called "NPR's corruption". He has just released an op-ed expressing his frustration with what was once a form of American media that did a lot of good for the nation. I've been at NPR...
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