I began my career in western Illinois reporting the “High School Minute” for my high school back in the late 70’s, ensuring everyone at Warren Senior High was aware of the lunch menu for the day, and breaking news about assemblies that would get us out of algebra for an hour. That launched a career that had me covering Ronald Reagan’s campaign at the age of 19, then off to Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Arizona, Nebraska, and ultimately Casper, Wyoming. My career has given me the opportunity to cover hundreds of politicians, celebrities and local residents to relay their stories to my listeners. Some include then-Illinois State Senator Barack Obama, and currently imprisoned Governors George Ryan and Rod Blagojevich. I’ve also had the pleasure of meeting non-politicians Bo Derek, Sally Field, Reese Witherspoon, Reba McEntire and others. Some other perks of working strange hours in radio include “media flights” with the U.S. Army Golden Knights, a jet-assisted takeoff in the Blue Angels C-130, and aerobatic flights in a T-34 Navy Trainer with the Lima-Lima Squadron. (As a private pilot, I take every opportunity to get in the air, although my stomach prefers straight-and-level flight over loops and barrel-rolls) I’m still waiting and begging for “the ride,” in any of the premier jet demonstration teams’ key aircraft, whether it’s the Blue Angels’ FA-18 Hornet, or the Air Force Thunderbirds’ F-16. Heck, I’d even fly with Canada’s Snowbirds if a back seat was available. Being a relative “newbie” to Wyoming, arriving in January of 2012, I look forward to exploring the region and taking advantage of the lakes, rivers and mountains.
Rich Denison
Wyoming Lottery Decision In Governor Mead’s Hands
The Wyoming Legislature has approved a measure that would allow a lottery in the state, pending the action of Governor Matt Mead
Another Batch Of Wyoming Whiskey Ready
CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — Whiskey lovers are awaiting the release of the second batch of Wyoming Whiskey.
The small batch bourbon is set to be in stores Friday. Supplies are limited so some liquor stores say they may only be selling to people who've signed up for bottles or who've won store lotteries...
Wyoming Lawmakers Advance Lottery Measure
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — The Wyoming State Senate has given preliminary approval to a bill that would allow a lottery and multi-state games such as Powerball in the state.
The senate approved the bill by a vote of 17-to-12 on Wednesday afternoon...
Wyoming Lottery Bill Advances
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — The state House of Representatives has approved a bill that would allow Wyoming to offer a lottery.
The proposal passed on a 31-28 vote Monday. It now moves to the Senate for consideration.
The proposal allows the state to offer a state lottery or join a multi-state lottery, such as the Powerball...
Worland School Officials Reverse Course On Gay Student’s Photo
It appears a controversy over a yearbook photo of an openly gay student at Worland High School has been resolved. Eighteen-year-old Matt Jolley’s photo of the Senior holding a gay pride flag was initially rejected for publication in the yearbook, after school officials claimed it was “political...
Gun Ban Proposal Introduced In Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congressional Democrats are reintroducing legislation to ban assault weapons but the measure faces long odds even after last month's mass school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
The measure being unveiled Thursday is authored by Democratic Sen...
Wyoming Lawmakers Propose ‘Gun Protection’ Legislation
Several Wyoming lawmakers are proposing legislation designed to protect gun-owners from any potential federal firearm ban. The "Firearms Protection Act" bill, introduced this week, would make any federal law banning semi-automatic firearms or limiting the size of gun magazines unenforceable within the state’s boundaries...
Wyoming Men’s Basketball Ranked 25th in USA Today Coaches Poll
The University of Wyoming Men’s basketball team is getting national attention for its 13-0 start this season.
Casper College Memorial for Slain Instructors [VIDEO, PHOTOS]
Hundreds came to honor the memory of two fallen Casper College instructors.
Missing Gillette Plane Found – No Survivors
Pilot and passengers killed in crash of single-engine aircraft