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Wyoming Man Wins $133k At The World Series of Poker
Wyoming Man Wins $133k At The World Series of Poker
Wyoming Man Wins $133k At The World Series of Poker
Richard Dixon was playing with the house money in Las Vegas last week. First, the Wyoming native won his $10,000 seat at the World Series of Poker Main Event from legendary poker pro Daniel Negreanu, then he won over $100,000. After doubling his chip stack on day one of the Main Event, Dixon's luck appreared to run out when he was elimated late in the second round...
Website Ranks Melvin IPA As Wyoming’s Best Craft Beer [POLL]
Website Ranks Melvin IPA As Wyoming’s Best Craft Beer [POLL]
Website Ranks Melvin IPA As Wyoming’s Best Craft Beer [POLL]
The craft beer movement is alive and well here in Wyoming. Dozens of breweries are now operating across the state; four of whom won medals at last year's Great American Beer Festival. One of Wyoming's most established breweries, the Melvin Brewing Company from Jackson, was recently honored by the website Chowhound, who ranked their IPA as the "Best Craft Beer" in the state...
Wyoming’s Oldest Dog Is Still Going Strong At 116
Wyoming’s Oldest Dog Is Still Going Strong At 116
Wyoming’s Oldest Dog Is Still Going Strong At 116
Meet the oldest dog in Wyoming. His name is Teddy and he's still going strong at the ripe old age of 116. Teddy is a black and brown retriever mix who local historians believe was born in 1901 in the town of Encampment. Teddy must have been a good dog because his owner, a seamstress named Hettie Kyner, loved him very much...
How Many Wyoming Players Have Won An NBA Title?
How Many Wyoming Players Have Won An NBA Title?
How Many Wyoming Players Have Won An NBA Title?
With the Golden State Warriors poised to reclaim the NBA championship this weekend, here's a question. How many Wyoming players have won an NBA title? The answer is three; sort of. Over the years, the University of Wyoming has produced 24 NBA players...
Food Site Names Wyoming’s ‘Most Insane’ Eating Challenge
Food Site Names Wyoming’s ‘Most Insane’ Eating Challenge
Food Site Names Wyoming’s ‘Most Insane’ Eating Challenge
JC Burgers and Catering is one of Casper's most popular diners. But according to one food website, only a crazy person would take on their infamous "Ring of Fire Challenge". Chowhound's recent list "50 States, 50 Insane Food Challenges" named the "Ring of Fire" as the most daunting contest in the Cowboy State...
96 Years Ago: Laramie Legend Elmer Lovejoy Invents The Garage Door Opener
96 Years Ago: Laramie Legend Elmer Lovejoy Invents The Garage Door Opener
96 Years Ago: Laramie Legend Elmer Lovejoy Invents The Garage Door Opener
Next time you open your garage door, thank Elmer Lovejoy. 96 years ago, on May 17, 1921, the Laramie native patented a tracking system for automatic door openers. It wasn't the only important invention of Lovejoy's legendary career. After opening a bicycle shop, Lovejoy built Wyoming's first "horseless carriage" in 1898...

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