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Some Yellowstone Bison to be Moved to Research Facility

Cheyenne News Staff — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 22:00:40 +0000

Sixty-three Yellowstone bison will be moved to a research facility. Doug Randall reports. Governor Matt Mead says, while he didn't get everything he asked for during the recent Legislative session, overall he is pleased with the results. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.

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Federal Grazing Fees Unchanged [AUDIO]

Cheyenne News Staff — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 14:53:00 +0000

A panel of scientists has recommended against ramping up a vaccine program as a way to reduce disease prevelance in Yellowstone National Park Bison. Amy Richards has a report. The federal grazing fee will remain at the minimum level allowable for the 7th straight year--a development that has rekindled a debate between conservationists and ranchers. Click past jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.

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Bringing Broadband To Rural Communities [AUDIO]

Cheyenne News Staff — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 22:45:26 +0000

Efforts are continuing to try to expand broadband internet service to more rural communities, that's according to harry thibedeau of rural american internet service. A Montana judge has dismissed a lawsuit that challenged the state's decision to let migrating bison roam freely across 70,000 acres outside of Yellowstone National Park. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.

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Judge Blocks Use of Helicopter in Bison Hazing Operation [AUDIO]

Amy Richards — Tue, 15 May 2012 23:05:19 +0000

A federal judge has blocked Montana officials from using a helicopter to drive bison back into Yellowstone National Park. Doug Randall reports. A Union Pacific worker's efforts to improve safety at a Wyoming rail yard is being recognized. Business Reporter Sharon Fain has the details. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.

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Feds Considering Moving Bison Captured Outside Yellowstone [AUDIO]

Cheyenne News Staff — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:05:02 +0000

The Federal government is considering moving bison captured outside Yellowstone National Park to public lands in other states in part to prevent an annual slaughter of the animals. Doug Randall reports. The reindeer sightings planned for Murdoch's in Cheyenne and Laramie have been cancelled. Kari Eakins reports from Laramie. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.

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Wyoming Lawmakers Release Info On Redistricting [Audio]

Amy Richards — Mon, 09 May 2011 23:05:32 +0000

Doug Randall reports that the Wyoming Legislature is offering the public more information about its work on redistricting. Yellowstone National Park officials have begun a phased release of bison back into the park from the Stephen's Creek Capture Facility. Click past the jump to listen to Wyoming Radio News.

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