Sheridan, Wy – A conservation group is asking a state court to overturn Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal's rejection of more
stringent standards for coal-bed methane water.
The Powder River Basin Resource Council filed a petition in
state court in Cheyenne today (Tuesday) stating that the governor's
rejection of the rules was arbitrary and an abuse of his
discretion.
The state Environmental Quality Council in February passed rules
that would have required companies to prove the water they

Wyoming – Reporters discuss some recent developments in Laramie and Jackson.

Wyoming – Bob Beck speaks with Governor Dave Freudenthal about the state of wildlife, impacts from development and the Wyoming range.

Laramie, WY – The University of Wyoming is continuing some interesting Spider Silk research. Kristin Espeland reports.

Wyoming – Heart and Cardiovascular disease is the top killer in Wyoming. Doctor Tim Gardner explains what can be done about it.

Wyoming – Elsa Heidorn reports on a family dealing with autism.

Wyoming – Pinedale Roundup Reporter Julia Stuble talks about reaction to a reclamation offer made by some industry organizations in Western Wyoming.

Wyoming – Wildlife in Wyoming is facing challenges. Bob Beck reports.

Cheyenne, Wy – Governor Dave Freudenthal is calling on Wyoming's congressional delegation to put a stop to possible drilling in the Wyoming Range. The area is targeted for oil and gas drilling and opponents say it will hurt hunting and ruin one of the state's pristine areas. Freudenthal says there is only so much the state can do. He says it will require a bill from congress, most likely from Senator Thomas, who is a ranking member on such issues. Freudenthal says there is a lot of opposition to the proposed drilling in Wyoming.

Laramie, Wy – A top researcher says that Sage Grouse continues to struggle in areas with energy development. David Naugle is a University of Montana Researcher who is studying impacts of energy development in the Powder River Basin. He says Sage Grouse within Coalbed Methane development areas do much worse then those who reside outside the area. Naugle adds that offspring are also much fewer. Naugle is calling on experts to work with industry officials, so that they can be involved with best practices to protect Sage Grouse.