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On this episode, as gas prices and inflation continue to rise, Wyoming businesses try to limit the damage. Wyoming Secretary of State Ed Buchanan joins us to discuss whether Wyoming's elections are safe and secure. And a new book talks about birth in the late 1800s and what settler women felt about Wyoming's rural landscape. Those stories and more.

On this episode, a debate over the types of books in certain sections of the Campbell County library has convinced two board members not to seek another term. Legislators this year responded to a loophole in Wyoming's stalking law. More people are looking to make the switch to electric cars. But is it a viable option in Wyoming? Those stories and more.

On this episode, we will look at how lawmakers addressed a long-standing issue in the state. There's a proposal to try and find a solution to the problem of rural teachers who leave their jobs quickly. Rural Western communities are facing a housing crunch, just like cities and resort towns. But experts say it's not too late to turn things around. Those stories and more.

On this episode, the Wyoming Legislature passed a bill this session that hopes to increase oversight and transparency of the Wyoming Military Department…but will it actually make a difference? Wyoming continues to see diminishing numbers of COVID-19 cases. I will speak with State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist. The small town of Clearmont is looking to save itself through options such as a byway. Those stories and more.

On this episode, Ukraine receives support from the University of Wyoming community, as Ukrainians there come to terms with the war back home. The Wyoming legislature wraps up and outside of a handful of issues, it went well. Author and bear expert Doug Peacock talks about his new book. It includes some of his greatest life adventures. Those stories and more.

In this episode, the issue of abortion has been prominent in the legislature this year And some are worried the attention to a service of reproductive health will hurt women's access to healthcare. We'll also hear about the lack of affordable housing in Pinedale. And we'll talk to Governor Mark Gordon about a number of issues including the legislative session. Those stories and more.

On this episode, the campaign for Medicaid expansion is gaining steam, although it’s still having trouble in the legislature. Plus a preview of the upcoming state budget debate. We’ll hear about the latest wild horse roundup in Wyoming – some people find it controversial, but many residents in southwest Wyoming say it’s a necessity. And we will look at population growth in Sheridan. Those stories and more.

On this episode, the Wyoming Legislature begins its work next week and a proposal to change the Wyoming Primary Election process could get some interest. COVID surges are impacting staff at some of the state's smallest hospitals. Mask restrictions on the Wind River Reservation are helping student-athletes stay in school. Those stories and a visit with the Meeteetse Chocolatier.

On this episode, we will talk with Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney about the January 6th committee. We will also discuss efforts to reform Wyoming's education system including the latest step—public input. Fentanyl overdose deaths are increasing nationwide. Test strips could help people test drugs and avoid fentanyl, but those are illegal in many states. And we will hear from a neuroscientist about his latest book, in which he comes out as a drug user.

On this episode, children are less at risk from COVID, but low vaccination rates and the omicron surge could put more in the hospital. We'll hear about a case in western Wyoming that's pitted private property rights against a rural lifestyle. Eastern Shoshone elders are creating a dictionary to pass down to younger tribal members. Those stories and more.