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Dear Editor, People have asked why the Wyoming REALTORS are backing Amendment A. The answer is straightforward: We believe in homeownership and will always support any effort to keep people in their homes. Our Wyoming Constitution currently has three classes of property for the purpose of property taxation. First is Minerals, second is Industrial, and the third class is “all other.” All other encompasses Residential, Commercial, Agricultural, and personal property. Our constitution says that “all properties shall be taxed uniformly in each...
Dear Editor, Our 15 year old dog named Jimmy is blind and diabetic. He is on insulin and has to take a pill he can’t stand so we hide it in a piece of liverwurst. What does that have to do with Amendment A and the sneaky, hard to swallow pill being fed to us under the guise that it is for our own good? Marlene Brady, who is running for WY House District 60, alerted me to the fact there is a hidden agenda in this Amendment A. She shared some info with me that comes from a gentleman named Rich Weber. If one actually THINKS about the below f...
Well-made plans have a nasty tendency of not working out the way they’re supposed to, especially when you’re traveling. I’ve experienced both the joy of a plan working out perfectly, and the heartbreak of a plan being so thrown off that it has to be abandoned. I’ve been on trips that were planned out with a detailed schedule and printed itinerary (shout out to my best friend and best travel planner, Marissa), and trips where our group was completely winging it and it’s amazing anything...
Governor Gordon has said he is disappointed with the BLM’s response to protests of their Buffalo coal management plans. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) headquarters has rejected protests submitted by the State of Wyoming and other entities protesting the the Buffalo Field Office Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) and Proposed Resource Management Plan Amendment (RMPA). In a quietly released Protest Resolution Report issued on September 20, BLM denied or dismissed every protest submitted, with the BLM stating that no c...
Dear Editor, On Saturday I gave a presentation to the folks at Castle Rock Rehabilitation Center and the Villa. I read a paper written by my brother, C. Terry Laboria, when he was in high school. This paper, which stresses the importance of health, was written October 25, 1964. He passed away from cancer on February 19, 1965, when he was 15 years old. I believe his words are profound, and they are especially important to me as I get older. I am humbled to share them. The following is my brother’s paper, entitled “The Thing in my Life which has...
Wyoming has a long history of self-reliance and innovation, especially in finance. Custodia Bank, founded here, is pushing the boundaries of digital banking and blockchain technology. Yet Custodia’s battle with the Federal Reserve is about more than just its future—it’s about who controls financial freedom and, ultimately, the sovereignty of states like Wyoming. The Federal Reserve denied Custodia a master account, an essential tool for direct access to the U.S. payment system. This isn’t just a bureaucratic hurdle—it’s an attempt to suppress...
Dear Editor, We must oppose H.R. 625, H.R. 660, H.R. 698, H.R. 715, H.R. 768, H.R. 2392, and H.R. 2403. Also, leftists in Congress are trying to attach extreme gun-control measures to the “must-pass” National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). For example, a provision reauthorizing the unconstitutional Undetectable Firearms Act has been added to the Senate version of the bill. Also, Senator Chris Murphy has introduced three extreme amendments that would impose strict gun controls on service members at military bases, which would be a ste...
Recognizing voter concerns over non-citizens attempting to vote nationwide, Governor Mark Gordon issued an Executive Order (EO) directing state agencies to take further steps to ensure Wyoming’s elections continue to be safe and secure. “Recognizing the Biden/Harris Administration’s disastrous border policies compel us to do all we can to protect the integrity of our elections, I, alongside fellow Republican Governors, have taken the action afforded to me by the Constitution and the Laws of Wyoming to confirm the security of Wyoming’s electio...
As the crisp autumn air descends upon Sweetwater County, bringing with it a sense of anticipation for the upcoming seasons, and our incredible summer events come to an end, I want to take a moment to highlight the crucial role that the Sweetwater County Lodging Tax plays in supporting our vibrant community and local economy. This tax is a cornerstone of our efforts to promote tourism and create a thriving destination for visitors year-round. The revenue generated from this tax is essential for funding a wide range of events, initiatives, and...
Over several weeks, wildfires have ravaged northeastern Wyoming, burning nearly half a million acres of land in the Cowboy State and Montana. State firefighters have made progress containing the flames, but the risk of new fires continues as summer rolls on. Data from the National Integrated Drought Information System as early as August 13, 2024, shows that more than half of Wyoming is feeling the effects of abnormally dry to severe drought conditions, making the conditions ideal for fires to spread quickly. Once the flames are extinguished,...
This week on Wednesday we recognized the 23rd anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. We use the day as a time to remember our history, remember where we were and what it felt like when we found out our nation had been attacked, and particularly to remember and honor those who lost their lives, both in the attack and in the rescue efforts afterwards. September 11 was a horrific day that impacted our entire nation, and is impacting us still. As we remember the tragedy, we can...
Each year, on September 17, Americans celebrate Constitution and Citizenship Day which recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. On September 17, 1787, the Founding Fathers signed the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia, and for over 200 years the Constitution has served as the supreme law of the land. The Constitution, along with the Bill of Rights and other amendments, define our government and guarantee our rights. This is a time when we can encourage Americans to reflect on the rights...
In the heart of Green River, Wyoming, the Trona Bridge stands as more than just a passage across the river; it's a symbol of a community's vision, perseverance, and collaboration. This iconic structure, which serves as the gateway to the Greenbelt Pathway system, has its roots in a project that brought together local citizens, city officials, and the trona industry in a remarkable way. The Vision Takes Shape For nearly 30 years before 1990, the idea of creating a park or open space along the...
If you would be kind and humor me, I'd like to share a story. One of my kids had a really - and I mean barely holding on by the merest strip of tissue - loose tooth. She was distraught over the idea this eye tooth would fall out as she slept and be lost, depriving her of that sweet sweet Tooth Fairy loot. As dads do, I told her we can pop that sucker out in two shakes of a lamb's tail. Queue meltdown. Queue terror. Queue dad becoming exasperated at her insistence she can't sleep with it in, and...
Wyoming’s primary election is in the books, with thousands of voters showing up at the polls on Tuesday to make their voices heard. It was an interesting election, with less races than the 2022 election, and less candidates running against one another within those races. But that didn’t stop it from being highly contested, with tense debates and personal attacks as candidates presented arguments of why they were better than their opponents and what they would do differently. It was also a cam...
From Dawn Marquard, Lincoln County Republican Precinct Committeewoman 1-8: During election seasons, it is a common refrain for incumbent politicians to encourage constituents to come directly to them with questions about their voting records and integrity, while vehemently denying any involvement in statements made by a PAC. After stumbling upon an allegation concerning my house district representative's ties to China, I delved into a thorough investigation that unearthed concerning information...
If the colorful campaign signs popping up all around our community over the past few months somehow haven’t tipped you off, election season is here once again. Wyoming’s primary election is approaching quickly, and will take place August 20. This week’s paper is our Election Edition, which includes district maps, a publishing ballot listing who is running for each office, and our Voter’s Guide, where candidates were invited to submit articles and advertisements to give more information about what issues are important to them and why they be...
Dear Editor, Ahhhhhhhhhhhh yes…. The First Amendment is great isn’t it? A few months ago, I was shopping for groceries and on the way to the checkout stand, I realized I had lost my debit card that I needed to pay for the food. I immediately went to the front counter and reported the card missing. The next morning, I got a call telling me that my card had been turned in. I was amazed!! (And very relieved as well, I might add.) I was back at the store and mentioned to the man working in the produce section that I was shocked that someone had...
Potentially unpopular opinion: I loved the opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. I watched it with my family Friday night. I enjoyed seeing the boats full of athletes make their way down the Seine and watching the variety of performances and the artistic videos and storytelling. I literally cheered a few times, like during the scene featuring my favorite musical, “Les Miserables.” And I got emotional during the lighting of the innovative cauldron and again during the powerful per...
As citizens of Sweetwater County, we have observed national political campaigns that seek not to enlighten voters and provide them with the necessary information to make an informed choice on election day, but instead resort to malicious and deceptive tactics that leave behind a trail of toxicity that corrodes public trust, undermines civic engagement, and attacks the very foundation of our republic. Sadly, these groups have now turned their cynical eyes toward Sweetwater County. We have been flooded with texts, mailers, and door hangers...
Dear Editor, I had a gal by the name of Marlene Brady stop by. She is a Republican running as a Representative in the WY House District 60, and is fighting for us very hard! If you are not familiar with her opponent, Tony Niemiec, please check out what all be has voted for or against since he has been in Office. Marlene’s statement shows me she is the best for the job! “I pledge that I will fight to protect the freedoms and Rights of every Wyoming citizen against all federal and state government overreach.” She is a STRONG advocate for Prope...
Over the past few years, it’s been increasingly obvious that we’re living through events that will be major chapters in history books someday. Last Saturday we all witnessed another history-making moment when Former President and current Presidential Candidate Donald Trump was shot in an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. While it seems miraculous that the former president, inches away from being killed, was only grazed on the ear, it is also horrific that one rally attender was killed and two others were seriously i...
Wyoming's elected officials responded to the attempted assassination of Former President Donald Trump last Saturday with concern and condemnation of political violence. Governor Mark Gordon released the following statement on Saturday: "President Trump, his family and the families of the victims of today's shooting are in our prayers. We are thankful for the professional and quick response of the Secret Service. This is truly a sad day for our Republic, and should serve as a wake-up call for...
Governor Gordon and Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder released the following statements after a Federal court issued a preliminary injunction halting implementation of President Biden’s new rule reinterpreting Title IX. Wyoming, along with Kansas, Alaska, Utah and private parties, filed its lawsuit against the Title IX rules in May. Governor Gordon released the following statement: “I am pleased that the court has recognized and halted the Biden Administration’s brazen attempt to rewrite Title IX. I never had any doubt...
Dear Editor, Recently on June 11, SWCSD No. 2 held a workshop showcasing their commitment to creating a supportive and legally compliant educational environment. The reason for this workshop was to address concerns that parents and citizens of Green River have over the Biden administration’s rewrite of Title IX which asserts for the first time that Title IX’s ban on sex discrimination in federally funded education programs includes sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI). In the 50 years that Title IX has been in effect, Congress has dec...
