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Lady Vols basketball sets NCAA 3-point record by hitting 30 in win over NC Central

The Lady Vols made 30 3-pointers against NC Central on Saturday to set an NCAA record for single-game 3-pointers.

Wyoming History: That Time In 1907 A Cow Ate 19 Sticks Of Dynamite And Exploded

It was 1907 when a cow wandered onto a mining claim in Birdseye, Wyoming, ate 19 sticks of dynamite and exploded. "What hurts is that we had to pay

Wyoming Dinosaurs Sold For $15 Million In Europe, But How Legitimate Are They?

Collectors might want to beware when bidding on dinosaurs at auction houses. A recent trio of Wyoming dinosaurs sold for more than $15 million at

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Dave Simpson: No Thanks Liz, We'll Go It Alone

Liz Cheney's help apparently didn't help Kamala Harris. It was more like throwing an anvil to a drowning man.”

Wyoming man charged after allegedly driving wrong way on I-15

A 37-year-old Wyoming man was charged Oct. 15 in Lewis and Clark County Justice Court with felony criminal endangerment after allegedly driving the wrong way on Interstate 15.

Wind River Development Fund awards four scholarships under its Native Excellence Scholarship Program

The Wind River Development Fund (WRDF) announced that it awarded four $2,500 scholarships under its new Native Excellence Scholarship Program. The recipients are all Native students attending Central Wyoming College and pursuing degrees in agriculture.

Lady Rebels voted for the top spot of the Mountain West 2024-25 campaign

UNLV is looking to defend its title for the fourth consecutive season— marking the third straight season the Lady Rebels have been picked top spot in the preseason poll.

Freedom Caucus Chair Claims Legislator Misusing Logos In Write-In Campaign

Williams, chairman of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus, filed an official complaint with the state Tuesday against another legislator.

Why were there so many anti-abortion activists at a recent Casper City Council meeting?

If you hadn't watched the council's work session last week, you likely missed the reason why they came out in droves.

Federal policy change is poised to end Wyoming gun club’s pelican killing

Recent regulation revision will invalidate Alco Rod and Gun Club’s depredation permit going forward, officials say.

Officials move closer to allowing public to carry concealed guns in Wyoming Capitol

Wyoming’s five top elected officials have advanced plans to allow the public to carry concealed firearms in many areas of the Capitol and attached facilities — either with a permit

Greens counter Wyoming’s complaints over BLM conservation plan

The proposal to protect land in the southwest part of the state has been criticized by Republican lawmakers, as well as the oil and gas industry and ranchers.

Legislative task force forwards bill draft to heighten requirements for zoning protests

Task force members unanimously forwarded a bill Tuesday that, if passed into law, would heighten requirements for zoning protest petitions in Wyoming, which some say have hindered housing

Promise for hydrogen economy in Wyoming

As part of its all-of-the-above energy strategy, state leaders have made an aggressive push to co-host one of the Energy Department’s billion-dollar Clean Hydrogen Hubs, part of a federal program aimed to boost a fuel source that experts believe will play a decisive role in future global energy markets.

Wyoming community supports first responders fighting Elk Fire's advance

The Elk Fire is burning over 90,000 acres, creating worry for Wyoming's surrounding communities. Locals in Sheridan County, and beyond, are stepping up to assist firefighters as this immense wildfire

Dave Reardon: Some Hawaii programs will find Mountain West winnable

“We’re used to doing hard things at the University of Hawaii,” said soccer coach Michele “Bud” Nagamine, whose team has recently made things look easy as it rides a wave of eight games without a loss. Hawaii head coach Rich Hill (10) talks to pitcher Sebastian Gonzalez (36), third from left, on May 3.

How a business deal gone wrong closed a dozen Popeyes locations

MACON, Ga. — In May, 13WMAZ reported that over a dozen Popeyes locations in Central Georgia were closing. Now, we also know why. According to federal court documents in Florida, it was a massive deal gone wrong between two corporations.

San Jose State volleyball at the center of another decision on forfeiting

The University of Nevada has made it clear that its Oct. 26 volleyball match against San Jose State will go on as scheduled after the team’s players released an independent statement saying they would "refuse to participate in any match that advances injustice against female athletes.

Antelope Butte offers free skiing to those under age 18

Antelope Butte Mountain Recreation Area is offering free season passes to anyone under the age of 18 during its 2024-25 season. The ski area, located in Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains, is scheduled to open on Dec. 20. Adult season passes cost $399.

UW offers guide to local foods, programs and resources

Whether you're looking for alfalfa in Fort Washakie, jams and jellies in Newcastle, or pumpkins in Powell, the 2024 Wyoming Specialty Crop Directory has you covered.

San Jose State vs. Wyoming Football Prediction & Game Preview - Oct. 19

Preview the San Jose State Spartans vs. Wyoming Cowboys college football matchup, with score predictions, stats, and game information.

Rock Springs’ Alyssa Bedard named Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week

Wyoming Cowgirl soccer player and former Rock Springs Tiger, Alyssa Bedard was named the Mountain West Conference’s Offensive Player of the Week after UW beat Boise State and upset #11 Utah State. Bedard’s impressive flip-throw to assist Taylor Brook against Boise State,

Massive Effort Building 7-Mile Line To Keep Elk Fire From Wyoming Towns

Firefighters have charred a 7-mile strip of ground between Big Horn and Story, starting from Goose Creek. It’s a buffer zone between Wyoming

Wyoming Department of Transportation reopens 2 highways atop Bighorn Mountains

The highways were closed earlier this month as the 143 square mile (91,905 acre) Elk fire advanced. Highway 14 from Burgess Junction east to Dayton remains closed.

'Unseasonably warm' conditions fuel Elk Fire in northern Wyoming

"Unseasonably warm" conditions Tuesday has fire officials predicting increased burning and smoke will continue to impact the region from the Elk Fire in northern Wyoming.

Central Wyoming College’s Lander campus transformed with new Freight Farm

Central Wyoming College’s Freight Farm arrived today at the Lander Center. The 40-foot shipping container is a fully automated hydroponic, year-round growing system, and is capable of producing two to four acres of produce a year.

National opinion: Wyoming shoots itself in the foot

This summer, the Biden administration offered Wyoming $35 million to help the state plug and clean up abandoned oil and gas wells. When Wyoming turned down the cash, it seemed hard to believe.

EV sales decline in Wyoming

The slowdown comes despite continued federal incentives, and underscores both the practical and cultural hurdles to EV inroads in the Cowboy State. In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona delves into the recent Federal Reserve interest rate cuts with insights from NerdWallet lead writer,

UW Researchers Explore Producing Low-Carbon Hydrogen from Wyoming Natural Gas

A new study from University of Wyoming researchers features Wyoming’s potential to take a lead role in the advancement of low-carbon hydrogen production from natural gas.

UW and Wyoming SBDC Network to Host Cybersecurity Workshop in Gillette Oct. 22

Small-business owners can get an introductory look at basic cybersecurity readiness issues and strategies to stay safe from cyber threats Tuesday, Oct. 22.

New Popeyes restaurant planned for busy Grand Rapids area street

The fast food chain specializing in fried chicken is looking to open its fifth location in the greater Grand Rapids area.

Pining for Casper to be covered in snow again? Here's what to expect for winter weather.

Climatology, the 30-year temperature average, is a Casperite's best bet to predict how this winter will go, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service's Riverton office said.

Struggling Wyoming Cowboys offense is still searching for answers

Wyoming's offense ranks second to last in yardage and is looking for answers in the second half of the season.

3 Thoughts: Aztecs 27, Wyoming 24 … on Jordan Napier’s catches, Tyler Pastula’s punts and Trey White’s sacks

On Saturday, he passed Jonah Tavai, (10 1/2, 2022), Levi Esene (10 1/2, 1986), Calvin Munson (9 1/2, 2015), Miles Burris (9 1/2, 2010) and Jack Eaton (9 1/2, 1985) on SDSU’s sack list. White ranks seventh on the list now, but he can move to second with just two more sacks.

How to Watch the San Jose State vs. Wyoming Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for Oct. 19

Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the San Jose State Spartans vs. Wyoming Cowboys game, Saturday, Oct. 19.