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Where is Wyoming's Lottery?

Trevor T. Trujillo — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:32:49 +0000

If you're hoping to buy a lottery ticket in the state of Wyoming, you've got to some time on your hands before you can.

Earthquake Rattles Afton Wyoming

Brian Scott — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:50:20 +0000

According to the USGS, an earthquake that measured 4.0 on the Richter Scale rattled the western parts of Wyoming at about 11:30 PM last night. The epicenter was described as being 14 miles WNW of Afton, Wyoming and was appr

Flags Ordered To Half-Staff May 15th, 2013

Brian Scott — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:48:59 +0000

Pursuant to President Barack Obama’s Presidential proclamation to lower the United States flag in honor of Peace Officer’s Memorial Day, Tuesday, May 15, 2013. Governor Matt Mead has ordered that both the U.S. flag and State of Wyoming flag be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise to sunset on May 15, 2013 in honor of [...]

Health Department Says Baby Chicks Can Cause Salmonella

Amy Richards — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:15:20 +0000

While most people know salmonella outbreaks can be linked with certain contaminated foods, some may not realize handling live poultry, such as baby chicks, can also sometimes spread the illness, according to the Wyoming Department of Health. Kelly Weidenbach, foodborne disease epidemiologist with the Wyoming Department of Health, says right now we are following up [...]

Wyoming Short Film Contest Announces Winner [VIDEO]

Trevor T. Trujillo — Fri, 10 May 2013 22:30:58 +0000

Requited is a short film in the classic western style, about revenge and redemption. It is also the winner of this year's Wyoming Short Film competition.

Cheyenne's Biggest Flea Market is 6/7-6/8

Matt Foster — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:48:41 +0000

Cheyenne's BIGGEST Flea Market returns for 2013 on June 7 and 8th

Cheyenne Frontier Days Named Best Summer Festival 2013

Rodeo Rick — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:30:15 +0000

Every summer thousands of visitors flock to Wyoming to enjoy the Worlds Largest Outdoor Rodeo - Cheyenne Frontier Days.

X Factor Holding Denver Auditions Tuesday

Doug Randall — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:36:20 +0000

The Fox Television Network Program “The X Factor” is holding contestant auditions in Denver on Tuesday, May 14 according to Executive Producer Rob Wade. He says outside of performing talent the top attribute judges are looking for in contestants for the program is originality. Wade, says however that doesn’t mean prospective contestants should shy away [...]

Wyo History Website Celebrates Official Roll-Out

Trevor T. Trujillo — Fri, 03 May 2013 20:44:29 +0000

A website dedicated to the History of Wyoming is hoping to grab the attention of "everyone" with its official roll-out.

Frontier Airlines to Impose Carry-on, Drink Fees

Anthony Pollreisz — Thu, 02 May 2013 18:59:06 +0000

A popular Denver-based low-cost air carrier will implement carry-on bag fees this summer.

Frontier Airlines made the announcement Wednesday. The airline says it will begin charging a $25 carry-on fee to passengers who do not book their itinerary through the airl

Meg Lanker-Simons Cited For Making UW Crushes Post

Trevor T. Trujillo — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:52:42 +0000

University of Wyoming Police have issued a citation to Meg Lanker-Simons for a charge of interference. According to the citation "Subject admitted to making a controversial post on UW Crushes webpage and then lied about not doing it."

Winter Weather Again Takes Aim On Wyoming

Brian Scott — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:56:19 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued has issued a number of special weather statements and winter weather watches in advance of the next system heade to the Cowboy State.

For Central Wyoming expect 3-6 inches in the mountains East of the Continental Divide from Lander to Casper with lesser amounts of snow expected for the lower elevations of the area. The

UW Crushes Page Removed From Facebook

Trevor T. Trujillo — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:26:32 +0000

A Facebook page that recently came under fire in Laramie appears to have been removed from Facebook.

Facebook Page Sparks UW Controversy

Trevor T. Trujillo — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:10:16 +0000

A Facebook page called UW Crushes has come under fire after a harshly worded statment was posted on the page about a University of Wyoming Student.

Bill Cosby Coming To Casper [VIDEO]

Rodeo Rick — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:40:28 +0000

Comedy legend Bill Cosby, best known for a wide variety of enterprises and his family friendly, insightful and frequently hilarious observations about human nature, this American icon takes the stage October 6th.

Experience Skiing a Fresh 58″ on Casper Mountain [Video]

Erin — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 04:29:54 +0000

Casperite, Adam Studer, recently skied a fresh 58" of snow at Casper Mountain's Lookout Point. Thanks to his helmet cam, you can take a ride along, enjoy!

Statewide Tornado Drill Set For Friday Morning

Rich Denison — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:13:38 +0000

Tornado sirens will sound at 10:30 a.m. Friday, as the National Weather Service and Wyoming Department of Homeland Security officials conduct a statewide tornado drill.

Governor Matt Mead Orders Flags To Half-Staff Until Saturday

Brian Scott — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:15:52 +0000

Flags will fly at half-staff through Saturday to honor those affected by Monday's bombings in Boston

Cheyenne Wyoming Runner Recounts Boston Marathon Bombing [AUDIO]

Brian Scott — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:37:55 +0000

Cheyenne resident and runner Jennifer Hanrahan had to overcome an ankle injury and surgery to get to this years Boston Marathon and nothing was going to stop her.

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of A Colorado Homicide Suspect

Cheyenne News Staff — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 22:16:57 +0000

A Laramie County Sheriff’s Department traffic stop resulted in the arrest of two Colorado Springs, Colorado, individuals. One is a Homicide suspect sought by the Colorado Springs Police Department, and the other is wanted for Parole Violation from the Colorado Department of Corrections.

Spokesman Gerry Luce says de