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After Wyoming Supreme Court annuls abortion bans, Republicans seek to amend constitution

JACKSON — Just hours after the Wyoming Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday morning that two abortion bans passed by the Wyoming Legislature in 2023 are unconstitutional, Republican state leaders vowed … more

By Jasmine Hall, Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange | 1/8/26

Rasner announces bid for U.S. House

CHEYENNE — Casper-based businessman Reid Rasner has officially announced his candidacy for Wyoming’s sole seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the second entrant into the race … more

By Noah Zahn, Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange | 1/8/26

A pumpjack stands at an oil well site on University of Wyoming state trust lands near McFadden in April 2024.

Venezuela takeover has Wyoming oil industry bracing for market changes

Soon after Saturday’s military raid in Caracas and the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump said the U.S. will “run” Venezuela for the time being, and that U.S. … more

By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com | 1/8/26

Wyoming newspapers launch award for open government

CHEYENNE — Wyoming’s newspapers have launched a new statewide recognition to honor local governments that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to transparency and accountability. The … more

1/8/26

Yellowstone National Park seeks public input for road reconstruction project

The National Park Service (NPS), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is seeking public input on an environmental assessment (EA) for the reconstruction of the new permanent … more

1/8/26

A bull elk closely guards his cows during the rut in Teton County. New Wyoming nonpartisan political action committee called Protect Wyoming aims to put a stop to selling off public lands.

Game and Fish to begin new elk study

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is beginning a new study aimed at tracking one of North America’s largest and most renowned elk populations — the Jackson Elk Herd. In collaboration with … more

1/8/26

Wild & Scenic Film Festival slated for Jan. 15 in Cody

Park County Open Lands is putting on the Wild & Scenic Film Festival at the Cody Theatre on Jan. 15. This nationally recognized film festival showcases powerful short films celebrating wild … more

1/8/26

State Rep. Nina Webber, R-Cody (center), posted this picture to her Facebook page shortly after winning a small claims suit brought by her former partner. At left is state Rep. Paul Hoeft, R-Powell, with Powell resident Dona Becker at right.

State rep wins small claims suit

A Cody lawmaker does not need to reimburse her ex-boyfriend for a set of international airplane tickets, as a judge found she never agreed to go on the trip. Following a two-day small claims … more

By CJ Baker | 1/6/26

Gunwerks Range Validation Supervisor Kellen Washut lines up a shot with the company’s new Index rifle and Revic scope in the on-site, indoor 100-yard shooting range to test the accuracy of the gun. The Cody company started with one employee and is expecting to soon need dozens more to complement its 100 current employees.

The perfect shot: Cody gun manufacturer has gained international fame in short two decades

With a dream to start a company based on the long-range hunting he grew up doing in Wyoming, Aaron Davidson has turned his youthful dreams into founding one of the world’s top rifle manufacturers … more

By Mark Davis | 1/6/26

Visitors flock to Yellowstone National Park, which, despite many recent challenges, has posted several attendance records approaching 5 million in the past five years. Meanwhile, employment numbers have remained flat since the turn of the century when there were about 1 million fewer visitors per year.

President and Congress have 3 plans to fund Park Service

At the turn of the century Yellowstone National Park issued its first State of the Park report. The report indicated staffing shortages and concerns about insufficient funding, highlighting resource … more

By Mark Davis | 1/6/26

Powell man charged with sexual abuse of minor

A 56-year-old Powell man is facing nearly a dozen felony charges that allege he subjected a minor to sexual, physical and mental abuse over a period of years. The Park County Prosecuting … more

By CJ Baker | 1/6/26

Powell High School All State Band, Orchestra members include (from left) Aubrey Kelley, Memphis Solberg, Hayden Peters, Justin Dusenberry, Austin Sears, Curtis Muecke and Lilly Pittman.

Powell sends seven to All State Band, Orchestra

Powell High School will send seven musicians to All State Band and All State Orchestra this year, ranging from experienced performers to first timers. Justin Dusenberry and Austin Sears … more

By Zac Taylor | 1/6/26

A number of Powell High School choir members qualified for All State, All Northwest or both, including (front row from left) Norah Startin, Levi Hawley (both), Ruth Bucher, Kaylee Harris (both), Deeanna Gibson and Natalie Black (both); back row: Geo Dilworth, Austin Sears and Justin Dusenberry. Not pictured: Lane Coble (all state only).

Ten choir members secure All State, All Northwest bids

Last year was a tough one for Powell High School senior Levi Hawley. Hawley grew up with musical parents and has always loved making music, even when he’s been in situations where not … more

By Zac Taylor | 1/6/26

Cutt-Slam breaks 2020 record

A record 210 anglers achieved the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s Wyoming Cutt-Slam in 2025. The Cutt-Slam is a fishing challenge in which anglers catch and document the state’s four native … more

1/6/26

State Parks and Game and Fish urge safe winter recreation practices

CHEYENNE — As winter settles across Wyoming, Wyoming State Parks and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department are jointly reminding residents and visitors to prioritize safety while enjoying winter … more

1/6/26

Commissioners propose to split landfill service contracts

The Park County commissioners couldn’t just choose one company to handle waste rolloff services at the county’s landfills. On Dec. 16 commissioners approved awarding the bid for Cody … more

By Zac Taylor | 1/6/26

Renowned singer Marian Anderson performing in DAR Constitution Hall in 1943. Students studying music can apply for a one-time $5,000 scholarship honoring her legacy through Jan. 31.

DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship now accepting applications

WASHINGTON — Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship through Jan. 31. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the American … more

1/6/26

Donna Hoffman is the UW Extension state Master Gardener coordinator.

Registration now open for UW Extension’s online Master Gardener training

CASPER — The University of Wyoming Extension has opened registration for its 2026 Master Gardener training, an online program for Wyoming residents interested in expanding their gardening knowledge … more

1/6/26

Wyoming’s catastrophic ‘BearCare’ health insurance plan could become reality

Wyomingites may soon be able to enroll in “BearCare,” a proposed health insurance plan designed to cover people injured in catastrophic emergencies like bear attacks. Last week, the federal … more

By Alex Viveros, Jackson Hole News&Guide Via Wyoming News Exchange | 1/6/26

High winds toppled a train in December 2025 near Cheyenne.

Wyoming smashes December heat records

It was a balmy, gusty Christmas for much of Wyoming, where only high elevations in the western portion of the state saw fresh snow. It rained in Jackson Hole while lower elevations in central Wyoming … more

By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com | 1/6/26