Nov 01 2024 25 mins 1
Could a winter wonderland be both a blessing and a curse for Wyoming? Join us as we unpack the latest weather patterns that are blanketing the state. The fresh snowfall might quench the elk fire but poses a real dilemma for farmers in the Bighorn Basin trying to salvage their beet harvest. As the clocks inch backwards for daylight saving time, we're diving into Wyoming's debate on following Arizona's lead in axing the seasonal switch. For sports enthusiasts, we'll analyze the recent woes of the Wyoming Cowboys football team and spotlight the buzz around the promising men's and women's basketball squads gearing up to hit the hardwood.
Our exploration doesn't stop with current events. We're peeling back the layers of Cheyenne's storied past—from its roots as a Union Pacific Railroad town to its rise as a vibrant commerce hub. Learn how this resilient city overcame early doubts, with robust support from the military and entrepreneurial livestock ventures, leading to the legendary Cheyenne Frontier Days. Fast forward to today, Cheyenne's economic landscape is thriving, thanks to its strategic location and business-friendly climate. As we inch closer to the ballot boxes, we cast an eye towards the high-stakes Montana Senate race, while Wyoming takes a breather with no major statewide contests on the immediate horizon.
