Personality, writer, foodie, music lover, traveler, history buff, baseball fan, and beer-snob from Wyoming.
Rick Roddam
Wyoming’s First Tax Controversy: The Proposed Bachelor Tax of 1890
In January of 1890, the final session of the Wyoming Territorial Legislature debated a controversial idea to impose a tax on single men.
The so-called "bachelor tax" would have levied a $2.50 against all unmarried men in the state.
Although the proposal did have some support across the state, including an editorial in the Rawlins Daily Times, it was eventually tabled...
Charlie Daniels Played The Most Cheyenne Frontier Days Concerts
Here's a look back at some of the most legendary performers to ever grace the stage at Cheyenne Frontier Days.
July 30, 1989: Lane Frost Dies At Cheyenne Frontier Days
July 30, 1989, was the darkest day in CFD history. Legendary bull rider Lane Frost died after a tragic accident in the rodeo arena.
Fun Fact: Cheyenne Has Had 16 Snowstorms In The Month Of June
Here's a demoralizing statistic: since 1883, it has snowed here 16 times during the month of June.
How Wyoming’s Happy Jack Road Got Its Name
If you thought your co-workers were loud, here's a fun fact. Happy Jack Road was named for a guy who wouldn't stop singing at work.
Wyoming’s Most Epic Senior Class Pranks [VIDEOS]
Graduation season is here and seniors all over the Cowboy State are preparing to prank their schools. Here's a look back at some of Wyoming's best, and worst, senior class pranks.
The Most Dangerous Bees and Wasps in Wyoming
There are over 30 different types of bees, hornets and wasps in Wyoming, including a few species that you don't want to mess with.
70 Years Ago: The Latest Snowstorm in Cheyenne History
June 12, 1947, a blizzard dumped 9 inches of snow on Cheyenne. It remains the latest snowfall ever recorded in the Capital City.
Fun Fact: Wyoming Was Once A Part of Mexico
At one point, Wyoming was part of four countries.
14 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Acts Have Played Cheyenne Frontier Days
Aerosmith, the Beach Boys, Bon Jovi, Chicago, Def Leppard, Joan Jett, Johnny Cash, Journey, Kiss, Lynyrd Skynyrd, John Mellencamp, Steve Miller, and ZZ Top have all rocked the Daddy of 'Em All.