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Enzi: Political Ambition Isn’t Enough This Week’s www.campbellcountyobserver.net June 17 - 24, 2011 to be a Senator of Wyoming Highlights “If it doesn’t have to do with Campbell County, we don’t care!” By Duke Taber - Campbell County Observer nited States Senator Mike Enzi was in Gillette last week and the Campbell County Observer had the opportunity to have an exclusive interview with the thrice elected U.S. Senator. Sitting in the conference room of his Gillette Wyoming headquarters and then later via email, Senator Enzi answered questions ranging from whether he was worried about the upcoming election, his 80/20 rule of governance, and why he sponsored what is commonly called the internet tax

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bill (The Marketplace Fairness Act). Senator Enzi was raised in Thermopolis, Wyoming; He attended George Washington University and the University of Denver. He expanded his father’s shoe store business in Gillette before being elected mayor of Gillette in 1974. In the late 1970s he worked in the United States Department of the Interior. He served as a state legislator in the Wyoming House of Representatives from 1987 to 1991 and the Wyoming Senate from 1991 to 1997. During the 1980s and 1990s he worked as an accountant and executive director in the energy industry. Senator Enzi has been consistently ranked as one of the most conservative members of the Senate. He is the ranking Republican on the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, which he chaired from 2005 to 2007. He was a member of the 2009 Gang of Six which attempted to negotiate health care reform. Enzi on His Famous “80/20 Rule” Senator Enzi is known for his 80/20 rule” of governance. In our discussion he talked about the belief that both Republicans and Democrats could talk civilly on 80% of the issues. However, he stated in his GOP weekly address to the nation on July 13th that the 80/20 rule is that, “Opposing parties usually can agree on 80% of the details of any given issue.” There is a difference between talking civilly and agreement. So·which is it? Talking civilly or agreeing? “Generally you have to act civilly in order to work together to ﬁnd agreement. One of the problems with Washington is that the concentration has been on the 20%, not the 80%. What you see in the news is mostly the 20% because people are interested in conﬂict. I don’t do many national media interviews. What they expect is for me to criticize my colleagues and it makes it a lot harder to work with those same colleagues if you were criticizing them in public the day before.” Senator Enzi was further asked, if both parties agree on 80% of the issues, then why is our government so fractured? He replied, “Because we insist on debating the 20%, we will never agree on where our approaches are dramatically opposed.” He added, “This 20% is what generates money and TV talk show hype.” Then the Senator was asked, if both parties agree on 80% of the issues, is there much difference between Republicans and Democrats? He replied, “Yes there is a difference. Republicans are for smaller government and personal independence and responsibility. Democrats in Washington feel that government does everything best. But on 80 percent of the issues there is some common ground. That’s what America expects us to look

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for and work on. some of the issues aren’t partisan they are about people. One example is my needle stick bill that the House and Senate unanimously approved. It makes sure medical needles are properly disposed of so nurses and janitors aren’t accidently stuck.” Enzi on Ideas for Wyoming The conversation then turned to the State of Wyoming and what he has accomplished for the people of Wyoming and what were some of his unique ideas for the future. “I have stood up for the taxpayer in opposing various government bailouts including the TARP program of the Bush-Cheney Administration.” Enzi stated. “I have introduced the One Percent Spending Reduction Act, also called “the Penny Plan”, which would balance the budget by cutting one percent from total federal spending for two years, balancing the budget by 2015. When a balanced budget is achieved, the bill places a cap on total spending each year. No fudging numbers, no smoke-andmirrors accounting. The National Taxpayers Union has praised my Penny Plan to reduce spending. In my first term I was successful in passing legislation that allowed for the development of the coal bed methane industry in Wyoming. I was also able to reconfigure the Abandoned Mine Land program to ensure that more than $500 million owed to Wyoming would be repaid. Prior to this AML money that was promised to Wyoming was being kept in Washington and spent on unrelated federal programs. Even after I got the money released there has been an annual attempt to steal it, most recently through a non-amendable highway bill. I will continue fighting until Wyoming receives the money that it is owed. “I’ve also sponsored an inventors’ conference for many years that helps Wyoming inventors secure patents and funding for their inventions. “In June, I cosponsored the ‘Every Child Ready for College or Career Act.’ The bill includes detailed language to explicitly prohibit the U.S. Department of Education from exercising any discretion, preference, or control over state’s academic content standards (like the Common Core State

Standards) or achievement standards. I voted to give Wyoming the freedom to write its own standards and tests without having to ask Washington for permission.” Enzi on Obamacare Noting that Senator Enzi had a record of opposing Obamacare, he was asked questions about his belief that we need health care reform. He was asked, “In 2009 you stated at the Heritage Foundation that you agreed with President Obama that we need to reform health care. Do you still feel this way? What about your July 13 address to the nation, where you suggest that lawmakers need to ﬁx Obamacare. Do you honestly feel it is worth ﬁxing?” Senator Enzi was very thorough in his response. “I believe the law should be repealed, defunded, or dismantled piece-by piece. America had an opportunity for true health care reform but that was squandered when those in charge of Congress rammed through a partisan bill without a single Republican vote. As we’ve seen since the bill became law, it’s unworkable, unaffordable, and a political liability that is being delayed until after the 2014 elections. “I have co-sponsored legislation to fully repeal Obamacare and another to fully defund it. I have also supported 17 bills that would help dismantle the worst parts of the law: • 5 bills to repeal taxes in the law • 3 bills to repeal the individual mandate • 3 bills to repeal the employer mandate • 1 bill to repeal the IPAB • 1 bill to repeal the CLASS Act • 1 bill to repeal the Medicaid expansion • 3 bills to repeal or modify other provisions in the health care law” Senator Enzi then went on to point out what he called

an error that his opponent, Liz Cheney, has been making concerning the members of congress. “I’d also like to point out something my opponent has repeated on numerous occasions that is wrong. It’s also something one of her surrogates has repeated as fact without any regard for accuracy. Congress did not vote to exempt themselves from Obamacare. In fact, the reason Members of Congress and their staff are required to be under Obamacare and buy their insurance through the exchanges is because of Republican amendments offered during the health care debate. I voted for them every time. We ﬁnally won. If it’s good enough for the American people, it should be good enough for Congress. It was President Obama who decided to cut Congress a break and allow them to keep their employer sponsored health care subsidy. This is wrong and I do not support it. I want everyone to be under it, including President Obama and his entire staff. That way they can experience how bad this law really is. So far, the president won’t be part of his law. We need to get rid of the law.” Enzi on the EPA The discussion turned more locally and the issue of the partial closure of Wyodak was brought up. Senator Enzi was asked about what he did to prevent that closure, and other such closures of coal-powered power plants. “I believe you are referring to Neil Simpson 1, the oldest unit at the facility, which is scheduled for retirement on March 21, 2014. I have continuously opposed President Obama’s efforts to use the EPA as a weapon against the coal industry. I supported a bill to stop the regulations that are shutting down power plants. I forced debate on the bill.

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- At 01:12 hours to Mesa Verde for an automatic fire alarm. A malfunctioning security alarm had triggered the alarm. - At 6:57 am to N. Highway 59 for an EMS assist. - At 6:29 pm to 301 W. Warlow (Parkview Apts.) for an automatic fire alarm activation, unknown what set the alarm off, it was reset and all fire units cleared. - At 9:19 pm to 5401Stone Trail for a possible structure fire, upon arrival it was determined to be a control burn that was not called into the Sheriff’s Department.

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- At 10:17 AM to the 700 block of W 6th for an EMS assist. - At 10:37 AM to 1299 Raymond St. for an EMS assist. - At 8:52 PM to Coal Dust Rd for an automatic ﬁre alarm. Units were cancelled by the alarm company before going en route. - At 9:18 PM to Sako Dr for an EMS assist.

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- At 7:54 AM to the Northwest corner of Campbell County (west side of Powder River) for a report of a building (old LX Bar Homestead) struck by lightning. Clearmont Fire Department arrived on scene and extinguished some manure that was burning in a three sided building. The fire was reported to Clearmont Fire Department because they are located closer. A fire truck, water tender and command unit were sent from Campbell County. There was no fire damage to any of the buildings. The building did not appear to have been struck by lightning as initially reported. The cause of the fire appears to be human caused and related to vehicles seen the night before at the site. - At 8:20 AM to West Boxelder Road and 4J Road for a traffic accident. - At 10:33 AM to 508 Stocktrail Ave.for a fire alarm activation. CCFD units were cancelled enroute. - At 6:13 PM to 711 Express Drive (Remington Village Apartment Complex) for a garbage dumpster fire. Firefighters extinguished a smoldering fire in a large metal dumpster. The fire was started by a lit discarded cigarette butt by an unknown person. There

was no fire damage to the dumpster. - At 7:08 PM to the 900 block of West 8th Street for a medical assist. - At 8:10 PM to the 1200 block of South Douglas Highway for a medical assist. - At 11:50 PM to the area West of 13639 North Highway 59 for a grass timber fire. The fire was contained to a quarter of an acre in size and was declared under control at 2:42 AM. The fire was started by lightning. August 23, 2013 - At 12:37 AM to 4000 block of Running W Drive for a medical assist. - At 7:49 AM to the 800 block of N. Gurley for an EMS assist. - At 10:50 AM to the 4000 block of Ron Don Road for a medical assist. - At 10:55 AM to 905 Gurley for a malfunctioning fire sprinkler system. A sprinkler head had opened and was spraying water inside a kitchen. Fire crews shut down the system and helped squeegee the water from the floor. - At 11:27 AM to the 1100 block of Vanscoy for a Hazmat investigation. - At 9:18 PM to Timber Creek Rd for a timber fire. The small fire started by lightning was quickly extinguished and firefighters checked for other fires in the vicinity before returning.

gas odor. Firefighters found a small leak on a rubber hose at a natural gas meter set at lot 67. Source Gas was notified and a technician replaced the hose. August 25, 2013 - At 1:02 AM to the 400 block of Collins Avenue for a medical assist. - At 9:47 AM to 921 Mountain Meadow Ln. for an automatic fire alarm, upon arrival it was determined that the alarm was set off during cleaning. - At 10:32 AM to the Kendrick Ranch on the Powder River for a manure fire in a barn. There was no damage to the barn, smoldering manure was extinguished. - At 4:19 PM to Union Chapel and Khadafy Skoal Rd. for a two vehicle accident with injuries and fluid leakage. - At 10:20 PM to Bishop Rd. for an EMS assist. - At 10:38 PM to Recluse Rd. for an EMS assist.

August 26, 2013

- At 9:48 AM to Express Drive for a medical assist. - At 10:43 AM to mile marker 93 on South Highway 59 for a truck accident with no injuries. - At 2:05 PM to Terrace Circle for a medical assist.

August 27, 2013

- At 1:39 PM to Garner Lake Rd. near the Collins Rd. for a motorcycle vs. vehicle with injuries.

August 24, 2013 - At 1:14 AM to an automatic fire alarm in the 4400 block of Polly Ave. Units were cancelled by the alarm company before going en route. - At 9:02 AM to mile marker 130 on Interstate 90 (eastbound lanes) for a medical assist. - At 9:31 AM to 921 Mountain Meadow Lane (Primrose Retirement Community) for a fire alarm. Cleaning in the kitchen caused the fire alarm. There was no fire. The alarm panel was reset. - At 3:19 PM to South Douglas Highway (southbound turn lane to East I-90) for a three vehicle rear-end traffic accident. Absorbent material was applied to antifreeze that leaked out onto the ground from one of the vehicles. - At 9:05 PM to 3400 block of Quacker Avenue for a medical assist. - At 11:25 PM to 3201 Echeta Road for a natural

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he vote was on party lines. I was told that Harry Reid had the ‘full discipline’ on. That means that no Democrat can vote for our regulation reversal. I also supported legislation that would require Congress to approve every new major rule proposed by the Executive Branch before it can be implemented and enforced. The bill we introduced would fight the Administration’s backdoor efforts at regulating coal out of existence. I have opposed efforts to use the Clean Air Act to regulate greenhouse gases. I have also been a leader on the Coal Ash issue.” Enzi on the Internet Tax Bill (The Marketplace Fairness Act) “You were the lead sponsor of the Marketplace Fairness Act commonly called the Internet sales tax act. Why? Why should Wyoming small businesses be forced to collect taxes for over 10,000 tax jurisdictions across the nation?” Senator Enzi explained his reasoning. “First, let’s clear up a misconception that has been repeated by numerous people, including my opponent. The bill does not raise taxes or create a new tax. This bill does not send a single dime to Washington. Sales tax rates are set by the individual states, not the federal government. If a state has a sales tax, it is owed on all purchases—in-store, online, through a catalogue. Wyoming has had a law on the books since 1937 that requires anyone who buys a product and didn’t pay sales tax on it to fill out a form (Form #44) and send the state a check. “I sponsored the Marketplace Fairness Act because I believe in states’ rights and that the federal government has no role and should have no role in how states manage their finances. This bill lets states make their own decisions without having to ask Washington for permission. It’s also 100% optional. No state has to participate, but they have the option if they decide to do it. This bill also puts Main Street businesses on a level playing field with their out-of-state and online counterparts that are selling to customers but are able to offer lower prices because they are not collecting the sales tax owed under state law. This puts local businesses that hire local people, pay property tax, and participate in community at a disadvantage. Some states have indicated that they would be able to lower their sales tax rate or even eliminate other taxes if they can collect what is already owed. No one has to collect the tax until they sell more than $1 million online in a year. “States are also required to provide free software to the business for the collection and remittance to the states. This is also to make sure there isn’t a cost to businesses. The software calculates the sales tax based on a buyer’s zip code and since the item is being shipped, the businesses would already have them.” Enzi on Data Mining “Where do you stand on the increased database mining by the NSA, IRS, and other federal agencies?” “It’s wrong! The NSA has exceeded the law- and even then can’t show results. These privacy violations should not happen in America. I was deeply disturbed when I learned that the IRS was targeting conservative groups. Government agencies should be blind to ideology and never used as a political weapon. “Another agency I’m greatly worried about is the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The CFPB is an independent agency created under the Dodd-Frank Act that is not subject to the congressional appropriations process and has no mechanism to allow congressional oversight of the agency’s budget. The agency is funded through revenues from the Federal Reserve that are supposed to be remitted to the Treasury for deficit reduction. The Director of the CFPB has unlimited discretion over how the agency’s money is spent, including the fines and penalties it collects. Other agencies have to remit this revenue to the Treasury. I spoke against and voted against the creation of this bureau that may be even more intrusive than the NSA. They are creating a Google Earth of your financial records and they don’t even have to ask for consumers’ permission to collect these records. They can even cancel a loan you and your bank agreed on. They are slowing down home purchases because bankers are afraid of this and other federal agencies.” Enzi on “Who is confused” Senator Enzi was asked about Liz Cheney’s comment that he must have been confused about whether or not she ever told him she would not run for Wyoming’s Senate seat if he ran. His response was interesting. He said, “My opponent may be confused about what it takes to be a Senator from Wyoming. Political ambition isn’t enough. Saying no to everything more loudly isn’t enough.” Enzi on New People in Washington Senator Enzi was asked about putting new people in Washington for newness sake. He stated “By necessity I work in Washington, but I live in Wyoming. I am back in a different part of the state nearly every week. My family is here. My home is here and has been for more than 50 years. I have a long list of accomplishments for Wyoming. I’ve proven time and time again what I can do for the people of Wyoming and they will want me to continue this work for them. Their alternative is someone whose adult life has been Washington, D.C. and the world outside of Wyoming. She worked for the federal government in the State Department. Her interests have been foreign affairs, not

“I introduced The Small Business Fairness Act, which would change the Small Business Act to allow agencies to count qualified purchases through small business pools toward their minority and disadvantaged contracting goals. This would encourage small businesses to pool together as regional marketing associations to help secure large government procurement contracts. “I am also working on tax reform. The goal is to make the tax code simpler and fairer, which will go a long way to help small businesses grow and to remain competitive in aglobal marketplace.” “ I also sponsor an annual Inventors Conference in Wyoming to help residents turn their ideas into a business.” Enzi on the Role of the BLM “What do you feel is the role of the BLM in the state of Wyoming?” “Wyoming doesn’t need a Washington bureaucrat to tell us how to use our land, but that’s exactly what the BLM has turned into. The Administration has used the BLM to slow down energy production through more red tape and burdensome regulations such as their new hydraulic fracturing rule. Our delegation sent a letter this week demanding that the BLM exempt Wyoming and other states currently regulating hydraulic fracturing from the rule. {The} BLM, is the land no one homesteaded. Wise use of our resources will benefit America.” Enzi on Public Monopolies “What are you views on public monopolies like the post office?” “The Postal Service has failed to change with the times and needs a new business plan to be viable. The needs of rural states are different than that of non-rural states. The Postal Service should listen to the concerns of communities in Wyoming and work with them to develop plans that help the post office achieve solvency and provide access that people in our towns and cities need. Larger reforms to health and retirement plans for postal employees as well as other aspects of how the Postal Service

Wyoming affairs. “Time on the job equals experience and trust. Without that, the staff would run the elected official. “I have positioned myself to be effective. I’ve built trust (that doesn’t come overnight) and I have great record working cases for Wyoming people having problems with the federal government.” Enzi on the Fossil Fuels Industry “Our state and especially the energy industry feel under siege by the federal government. What plans if any do you have to fight back for the fossil fuel industry in our state?” “The best opportunity we had to help the energy industry was the last election. Now we have a Senate and President that constantly paint a target on the backs of our energy producers. Our delegation works daily to stop all the red tape and regulations that the Administration puts out. We introduce legislation to stop their war on coal, their burdensome rules, and their preferential treatment for renewable energy. I meet oneon-one with my Republican and Democrat colleagues to build support for our energy industry. We’ve made a lot of progress with energy-state Democrats who realize that what the President is doing will put thousands out of work and drive energy prices through the roof. “We need the executive branch to be more accountable to the legislative branch. I’ve cosponsored legislation that would require significant rules and regulations to first be approved by Congress before going into effect. We also have the Congressional Review Act which allows Congress to disapprove of rules and regulations, but the problem with this law is that it also requires the president’s signature.” Enzi on the Common Core Curriculum “Protecting states’ rights and ensuring that they determine what is best for their children is the utmost priority to me.” Senator Enzi said, “Our state officials, educators, faculty and parents are in the best position to determine what is best for our schools. In June, I cosponsored the ‘Every Child Ready for College or Career Act.’ The bill includes detailed language to explicitly prohibit the U.S. Department of Education from exercising any discretion, preference, or control over state’s academic content standards (like the Common Core State Standards) or achievement standards. I voted to give Wyoming the freedom to write its own standards and tests without having to ask Washington for permission.” Enzi on the IRS “What should be done about the abuse of power shown by the IRS? “Each day it seems we learn of another scandal at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that erodes our confidence in an organization that is supposed to be blind to ideology and fair and impartial in all of its dealings with the public. We have seen selective targeting of conservative groups applying for tax-exempt status. And more recently we have heard of excessive spending of taxpayer dollars on internal IRS conferences and bonuses. I believe that the conduct of the IRS was inappropriate and unacceptable. Government agencies should be blind to ideology and not used as political weapons. “Simplifying the tax code will go a long way to returning the IRS to its core function – revenue collection. As Ranking Member on the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight, I will be working closely on any tax reform measures considered in the Senate. The chairman of the Senate Finance Committee has assured us that tax reform is on the agenda. I hope he follows through. As an accountant, I am eager to get to work on these issues and I hope we consider proposals to put the IRS in check and wind up with a tax code that is simpler and fairer.” Enzi on the National Debt “The national debt is the proverbial elephant in a living room that nobody talks about. What three ideas do you have for our country to reduce and eventually eliminate the national debt?” “My Penny Plan was rated by the National Taxpayer Union as the plan that would go the farthest to cut government spending. It would cut a single penny from every dollar the government spends for two years, resulting in a balanced budget. I also have a biennial budgeting bill modeled after the Wyoming legislature. This would put Congress on a two year budget plan, allowing for more time for debate and oversight for how tax dollars are being spent. It would also make sure that the contentious funding issues were addressed in the year following an election and the non-contentious the following year as to alleviate pressure caused by running for reelection. We can talk about the importance of large scale changes, but it’s important to work on small changes that can add up to a lot of over time. One example is my bill that would get rid of the dollar bill and replace it with a dollar coin. This simple change could save taxpayers billions of dollars over ten years without increasing taxes or cutting programs. This train of thought can be used for other areas of waste when it comes to coins. For example, what should we do about the Penny? Every time we use one, we’re using a nickel of taxpayer money.” Enzi on Small Business Growth “Please give three unique ideas you are working on to promote small business growth.”

does business also need to be addressed, but a government bailout of the Postal Service is not the solution.” Enzi on Social Security “What are your views on reforming Social Security?” “Social Security and Medicare have been support systems for millions of Americans for decades and any changes to these programs should be made only after careful consideration and review through the committee process, not in a “deal” up against a deadline like we may face later this year with the country’s debt limit. We have to stop deal-making and start legislating. “I want to make sure these programs are able to continue providing benefits to current beneficiaries, as well as those who may need them in the future. If we don’t make changes to the way they currently operate, a lot of people in the future will just be out of luck. In order to prevent that from happening, we have to work together and consider a wide variety of options to ensure their solvency for the long term.” Enzi on a balanced Budget “Do you support a balanced budget amendment?” “Yes! I have supported a balanced budget amendment since I was first elected. One of my first Senate floor speeches was in favor of the balanced budget amendment. I have voted for it each time. We lost by one vote once. We have to stop spending more than we take in. “There should also be an annual budget and I am a cosponsor of the No Budget No Pay bill, which would withhold congressional pay if Congress doesn’t pass a budget in a timely manner.” Enzi on Gun Control “Would you support any further restriction on firearms or gun owners?” “No! I have one of the strongest records in the Senate for supporting 2nd Amendment rights. That is the way I’ve voted in the past and I will continue to defend Americans’ right to keep and bear arms.”

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Science Posse instructor, Eriek Hansen, left, and Wyoming Virtual Academy teacher, Sharon Murphee of Gillette, work on a GPS activity during a recent science workshop at the University of Wyoming, sponsored by UW’s NASA Space Grant Consortium and the Science Posse. Teachers learned about a variety of resources they can use to teach science in their classrooms.

UW Workshops Promote Science in the Classroom

Science teachers from around Wyoming gained valuable insights on incorporating science into their classrooms during recent workshops at the University of Wyoming. The teachers became the students in the workshops led by UW’s NASA Space Grant Consortiumand the Science Posse, a group of UW graduate students whose primary goal is to raise awareness and understanding of science. Tony Leavitt, NASA education specialist, explained NASA’s opportunities in Wyoming and showed the workshop participants how to explore the agency’s library of lesson plans and activities to promote interest in science. He offered lessons and activities in physics, astronomy, engineering, earth and planetary science, mathematics, rockets and astrobiology. Workshop sessions related to integrating inquiry-based teaching into curriculum. Participants joined group discussions, took several tours and learned ways to encourage inquiry within students. Participants praised the opportunity to discuss teaching methods and styles with others. One teacher said, “I liked the fact that I was introduced to a variety of resources which I can access throughout the school year and received information I can take directly to my classroom. Overall a great class.” Another said, “The course opened my mind to new ideas and ways of teaching. It created enthusiasm to start another school year.” The Wyoming Space Grant Consortium promotes science, math, engineering and technology education from elementary through university levels and offers programs to recruit women, underrepresented

minorities and the disabled for careers in these areas. The Science Posse works to increase public appreciation and awareness of science, improve students’ understanding of science, inspire students to consider careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics and develop and enhance partnerships between UW and the Wyoming energy industry. Since 2009, more than 100 Wyoming teachers have attended the summer science workshops at UW. Science educators attending this year’s workshop at UW, listed by town, are: Casper -- ShiAnne Kattner, Natrona County School District/Casper Planetarium; Ellen Parke, Natrona County schools; Guy Sallade, Woods Learning Center; Jodi Shelton and Jennifer Wistisen, the Science Zone; and Michele Wistisen, Casper Planetarium. Cowley -- Vicki Arnold and Freda Miller, Rocky Mountain Middle High School. Dubois -- Samantha Schwessinger, Dubois Middle and High School; Diana Shaw, Dubois Elementary School. Gillette -- Sharon Murphree, Wyoming Virtual Academy. Green River -- Lark Wittman, Washington Elementary School. Jackson -- Katherine Brewer, Jackson Hole Middle School. Lander -- Mary Wellman, Cornerstone Christian School and North Elementary School. Pine Bluffs -- Rhonda Purdy, Pine Bluffs, Burns, Carpenter and Albin Elementary. Riverton -- Mary Kellogg, Aspen Park Elementary School. Rock Springs -- Caroline Wittman, Desert View Elementary School.

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Gillette Company Develops Labor Saving Trailer By Duke Taber - Campbell County Observer illette company Walker Inspection has come up with an innovative way to raise and lower overhead pipes at oil rigs. The Pipe Ninja, as it is called, was the dream-child of Darren Sundstrom. Instead of using oil trucks to drag pipe up to the worker’s level, Darren envisioned a trailer that would do the entire process using hydraulics.

“The ﬁrst two production models were sold before they were completed,” said Sundstrom. “They will help companies be more productive,” referring to a test performed using the Pipe Ninja, where they were able to move 10,000 feet of pipe in four hours. Currently the Pipe Ninja costs $150,000.

Construction Update

Westover Road

The City of Gillette’s Utilities Department announces the closure of the north, westbound lane of Westover Road from Highway 50 to Westhills Loop beginning Wednesday, August 28th through September 30th. Approximately 1000’ of the lane will be closed at one time as the work progresses. This closure is to install

a parallel water main that will replace the existing water main under Westover Road. The existing water main has suffered several breaks and multiple incidents of contractor damage over the past four years. Please observe and follow the trafﬁc control in the area and give construction workers a brake! This project is funded by the Optional 1% Sales Tax.

Beech Street

Beech Street from the intersection of 2nd to 3rd Avenue will be closed from Wednesday, August 28th through Wednesday, September 4th. This closure is for the contractor to replace the water and sanitary sewer main under Beech Street and is funded by the Optional 1% Sales Tax.

Fall Stop & Drop/Cleanup Will Be Held September 7th The City of Gillette announces the 2013 Fall Stop & Drop/Cleanup event will be held Saturday, September 7th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on College Drive between the Rec Center and Gillette College. Mattresses and Consumer Electronics will be collected for recycling and document destruction (shredding) will be available for free. Stop & Drop is free to all residential utility customers. Residents bringing materials to the Stop & Drop are asked to enter College Drive from the Slate Street side (south side) near the Rec Center and drive north. Volunteers will direct and assist residents with unloading their materials. After unloading, please exit College Drive onto Sinclair Street. The primary target of the Stop & Drop this year is mattresses. “This is a great way for the public to dispose of mattresses for free. Mattresses don’t fit in dumpsters or roll-outs, and this is a good option for the public to get rid of old mattresses without resorting to dumping them illegally by leaving them next to a dumpster,” said Public Information Officer Joe Lunne. Limit: two mattresses per vehicle. Consumer Electronics are the second target. “Consumer electronic recycling was a big hit at the Spring Stop & Drop events, and I doubt this will be any different,” said Lunne before adding, “People like to upgrade their AV systems, particularly just before the start of the NFL season. This gives them an option to get rid of their old system responsibly.” All consumer electronics are recycled with a locally owned business who partners with a BAN* certified organization based in Denver, CO. Document Destruction (shredding) will also be performed onsite. This is for residential document shredding; no commercial documents will be accepted for shredding. In addition to the Stop and Drop activi-

ties, Keep Gillette Beautiful has organized a Fall cleanup activity that will benefit two local run/walks (Pronghorn Painted 5k run/ walk and the Memory of the 8 run/walk) by picking up trash along their respective routes one week prior to their race. Volunteers for the Fall Cleanup are asked to meet at the Stop & Drop event to receive trash bags and a map of the cleanup areas. Many thanks to those who help Keep Gillette Beautiful! The Pronghorn Painted 5k Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, September 14th at Gillette College. Registration begins at10 a.m. at the Gillette College Tech Center. Runners’ start time: 11 a.m. Walkers’ start time: 11:10 a.m. Lunch: Noon (or whenever you finish) The Memory of the 8 Run/Walk will be held on Monday, September 16th and begins at M&K Oil (901 South 4J Road) Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. Walkers’ start time (5k): 5 p.m. Runners start time (8 mile run): 5:30 p.m. The “Memory of the 8 Memorial Run/ Walk” is held every September 16th in Gillette, Wyo. to honor the memory of Wyoming cross country runners Morgan McLeland, Cody Brown, Kyle Johnson, Josh Jones, Justin Lambert-Belanger, Kevin Salverson, Nick Schabron and Shane Shatto, who died in a car accident over 10 years ago on Sept. 16, 2001. There is no registration fee, but donations will be accepted. Donations will go to help cover costs of the event, as well as to fund runners’ scholarships for collegebound athletes. The race will include an 8-mile, figure-8 loop for runners and a 5K walk. There will be a barbecue and social following the event. For more information on the Stop & Drop/Cleanup events, contact Sustainability Coordinator Michael Foote at (307) 686-5228.

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By Duke Taber - Campbell County Observer he Gillette Gideons held their annual Pastors Appriciation Banquet, to honor pastors on Thursday. The banquet is a sign of the Gideons’ appreciation of the area pastors and their support of Gideons International in their local churches. Durward and Janet Sobek of the Billings Gideons were the evening’s

guest speakers. The Gideons International is an interdenominational association of Christian business and professional men who are members of Protestant/ evangelical churches. Their members are dedicated to saving the lost through personal witnessing and the distribution of God’s Word in more

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Fewer Whitebark Pine Cones Could Mean Increased Bear Encounters This Fall Annual whitebark pine surveys on established transects in northwest Wyoming indicate poor whitebark pine cone production during 2013, which could mean an increase in human-bear encounters this fall – especially for hunters in grizzly bear habitat. The seeds of whitebark pine are high in fat content, and are a sought after food source as bears prepare for winter hibernation. In years of lower cone production, bears tend to range farther in search of alternative food sources. “This does not mean bears are necessarily more aggressive, but during years of low cone production, bears are moving around more in search

of food in the fall; which increases the likelihood of encounters with people,” said Dan Thompson, large carnivore section supervisor for the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. A fact hunters should take note of because they are a segment of the population likely to run into bears this fall. “We want the people who live in and recreate in grizzly bear country to realize they may have a higher chance of encountering a bear this fall and they should maintain the ‘bear awareness’ that we stress throughout the year,” Thompson said. Thompson noted that although whitebark pine cones may not be readily available this fall, bears

are well adapted to locate other food sources. “Grizzly bears are amazingly adaptable. Lower pine cone production simply means bears will be on the move to find other food sources, and people recreating in northwest Wyoming should be aware of this natural phenomenon of grizzly bear biology,” Thompson said. “It is important to note that despite annual fluctuations in food, grizzly bears are omnivores that can naturally adapt, and the Greater Yellowstone grizzly bear population continues to grow in size and distribution, regardless of the natural ebbs and flows in natural food production,” Thompson said.

Game and Fish recommends that all recreationists mentally prepare themselves for a bear encounter and carry bear deterrent. “As a matter of personal safety, we recommend everyone carry bear spray and more importantly, know how to use it,” Thompson said. For more on information on grizzly bears in Wyoming, visit the Game and Fish website at: wgfd.wyo. gov.

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Obamacare and Changing Health Care Market Topic of University of Wyoming Conference xperts led by groundbreaking author and Time magazine writer Steven Brill will examine sweeping social, legal and economic consequences of the Affordable Care Act during a Consumer Issues Conference Oct. 2-4 at the University of Wyoming. The conference also examines the state of innovation and legal issues in the new health care market generally. The new law, popularly known as “Obamacare,” has several features scheduled to take effect this year and more in 2014. It will bring major changes in the health care market that will affect all American consumers. “We will provide consumers with the information they need to understand how they will be affected and what they need to do to navigate their way through the complicated and sometimes difﬁcult-to-comprehend provisions of the new health care regulations,” says Virginia Vincenti, professor in the UW Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. She says the UW conference, “Navigating the New Healthcare Market,” will cover innovative directions in the health care industry, legal issues including Medicaid expansion in the states, and consumer issues to help people make wise decisions in determining their health care future. Continuing Legal Education and Professional Teaching Standards Board Credits are available. Registration costs $60 on or before Sept. 23 and $70 after that. Discounts offered to seniors and UW employees are free, as are all students from any institution. To register and to see a complete conference schedule, in-

formation about speakers, traveling to Laramie and other conference information, visit the website at http:// www.uwyo.edu/cic/default.asp. The “Innovative Directions” track includes topics such as new “patient centric” and “team care” models for patient care, supporting health with information technology, and the use of “telehealth” systems to bring patients in “virtual” contact with distance providers. The “Legal Issues” track will include discussions on the ACA basics, Medicaid expansion in the states, state implementations of the ACA, and a presentation on last year’s Supreme Court case upholding the new law. Other topics include health care issues affecting gay/lesbian partners, nursing home contracts and other “end of life” issues, and access to health care for immigrants and minorities. The ﬁnal track, “Consumer Compass,” will help consumers ﬁnd direction on health care issues and policies. Speakers will cover such topics as long-term care, health care “literacy” education, mental health needs on campus, and insurance information for college students. Brill, who wrote the groundbreaking Time magazine article “Bitter Pill: Why Medical Bills Are Killing Us,” will appear by videoconference at 9 a.m. Friday in the Wyoming Union Family Room. Other keynote speakers are: Stephen Feldman, distinguished professor in the UW College of Law, who will discuss the 2012 U.S. Supreme Court decision upholding the ACA’s constitutionality, Thursday at 12:15 p.m.; Elaine Ryan of the AARP na-

tional office, speaking on state implementation of the ACA, Thursday at 9 a.m.; and Bonnie Braun, University of Maryland professor of family sciences, speaking on “Health Care Policy and Health Insurance Literacy,” Thursday at 3 p.m. A documentary film, “Escape Fire: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare,” will be shown Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m., and there will be numerous other highly qualified speakers during concurrent breakout sessions. An exhibit area will be available all day on Oct. 3 and the morning of Oct. 4, and an “interactive health fair” will be offered during the afternoon of Oct. 4.

tistics Services program manager with the Wyoming Department of Health, noted Wyoming’s population continues to grow. “We surpassed 575,000 residents this year for the ﬁrst time,” McBride said. “If today’s growth rate were to continue, we would expect to exceed 600,000 residents during 2014.” McBride noted Wyoming’s birth rate remains relatively stable with between 7,500 and 8,000 births each year since 2007; in 2012 there were 7,576 births. “Wyoming also continued to see a decrease in teen births, which is something

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y t e Saf s p i T Many school-related injuries are completely preventable. Follow these steps to help ensure your child’s safety at school. Preventing backpack-related injuries:

• Chose a backpack for your child carefully. It should have ergonomically designed features to enhance safety and comfort. • Don’t overstuﬀ a backpack; it should weigh no more than 10 to 20 percent of your child’s body weight. • For example, a child that weighs 60 pounds should carry a backpack no heavier than 12 pounds. • Ask your children to use both straps when wearing their backpack to evenly distribute the weight.

Preventing playground-related injuries:

• Encourage your child only to use playgrounds with a soft surface. Avoid playgrounds with concrete, grass and dirt surfaces, as they are too hard. • Children under the age of four should not use climbing equipment and watch older children when they’re climbing. • Do not let your children use monkey bars. They are unsafe and should not be used by children of any age.

Tips for Walking Students

• Developmentally, most kids can't judge speeds and distances until at least age 10, so younger kids need to cross with an adult. • Did you know most walking injuries happen mid-block or someplace other than intersections? Whenever possible, cross the street at corners, using traﬃc signals and crosswalks. • Look left, right and left again before crossing the street, and keep looking and listening while crossing. • Walk, don't run, when crossing the street. • It's always best to walk on sidewalks or paths, but if there are no sidewalks, walk facing traﬃc as far to the left as possible. • Remove headphones when crossing the street. • If you need to use your phone, stop walking. • Distraction among drivers is at an all-time high today, so try to make eye contact with the driver before you step into the road.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Proposal for Sale of State Trust Land Little Rawhide Lake Parcels

The Office of State Lands and Investments is accepting public comment on the Little Rawhide Proposed Sales. A complete detailed analysis is available on the Wyoming Office of State Lands and Investments website https://lands.state. wy.us/ and also in hard copy at the Office of State Lands and Investments in Cheyenne, Campbell County Clerk and the Campbell County Library in Gillette. A Public Hearing will be held in the Wyoming Room at the Campbell County Library, 2101 4-J Road, Gillette, Wyoming, 82718. This meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013 at 6:00 pm. Written comment regarding the proposed land sale may be submitted directly to the Office of State Lands & Investments, 122 West 25th Street, 3rd Floor West, Cheyenne, WY 82002 through October 1st, 2013. Comment may also be submitted by email to jason.crowder@wyo.gov Further information on the proposed land sale and disposal process can be obtained by calling (307) 777-6639.

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The Wyoming Public Service Commission (Commission) hereby gives notice that CenturyTel of Wyoming, Inc. d/b/a CenturyLink (CenturyLink), has filed for authority to enter into an Interconnection, Resale and/or Unbundling Agreement with Metropolitan Telecommunications of Wyoming, Inc. d/b/a MetTel and requests Commission approval pursuant to the provisions of 47 U.S.C. § 252(e)(1) of the federal Telecommunications Act of 1996. Under 47 U.S.C. § 252(e)(2)(A)(i) and (ii), the Commission may reject a negotiated agreement, or any part of such agreement, if it finds: (a) that the agreement, or any portion of it, discriminates against a telecommunications carrier not a party to the agreement, or (b) that the implementation of such an agreement, or portion of the agreement, is not consistent with the public interest, convenience and necessity. The agreement is on file with the Commission at its offices in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and may be inspected by any interested person during regular business hours. If you wish to provide the Commission with a statement or other comment regarding this filing, please do so in writing on or before September 26, 2013. Thereafter, the Commission will further review the agreement and any statements filed with respect thereto, and will decide its acceptability under the above criteria. If you need additional information in this matter, please contact the Commission at (307) 777-7427, or write to the Commission at 2515 Warren Avenue, Suite 300, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002. Communications impaired persons may also contact the Commission by accessing Wyoming Relay, by dialing 711. Please mention Docket Numbers 70003-156-TK-13 and/or 70203-18-TK-13 when you call or write.

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ickets are now available to support the 12th annual Physically Challenged Bowhunters of America raffle. The drawing will be held on September 6th, 2013 at the annual banquet, but don’t worry; you need not be present to win. The Physically Challenged Bowhunters of America Inc.The PCBA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1993 to assist physically disabled persons with actively participating in bowhunting and archery sports. A major emphasis is placed on reaching people with disabilities who have never been exposed to the greatest recreational therapy in the world - bowhunting and archery. Tickets are only $2.00 a piece or 6 for $10.00. Stop down to the Campbell County Observer office to pick yours up BEFORE September 05. New office is located at 1001 S. Douglas Hwy Behind Subway/Visionary Wireless next to the Living Rock Church. Rocky Mountain Discount Sports has been involved for twelve years, supplying prizes for the raffle drawing and facilities for the bow hunting practices. This year Rocky Mountain Sports is giving out some

prizes that are well worth your donation: First Prize: $800.00 Gift Certificate Second Prize: $250.00 Gift Certificate Third Prize: $150.00 Gift Certificate The organization works closely with hospitals, rehabilitation facilities and disabled individuals. A large percentage of people who work within these institutions are non-hunters. Through matched involvement with PCBA and the patients of the facilities, nurses, doctors, therapists and administrative personnel these individuals are introduced to archery and bowhunting in a very positive manner. This is one of the many ways PCBA does its part in promoting a positive public image of our sport. Our programs are made possible by contributions from companies, organizations and individuals who generously support us. As support builds, we will continually extend our efforts and services offered to improve the quality of life for all physically challenged individuals. Please help them to continue to help others interested in Archery and Bowhunting - after all - Bowhunting is the best therapy in the world!

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Wyoming Public Service Commission (Commission) has given MontanaDakota Utilities Co. (MDU’s) authority to pass on to its customers through its Commodity Balancing Account (CBA) decreases in its wholesale natural gas commodity costs of [i] $0.514 per Dth to its residential, firm general service, and small and large interruptible customers; and [ii] $0.501 per Dth to its seasonal firm customers, effective on and after August 5, 2013. The proposed pass-on decrease for residential, firm general service, small and large interruptible customers is attributable to: [i] a projected wholesale gas cost of $4.456 per Dth ($0.514 per Dth less than the current gas cost); [ii] a CBA surcharge credit of $0.136 per Dth to amortize MDU’s projected September 31, 2012, over-collected CBA balance of $333,891 through a projected sales volume of 2,453,000 Dth over the period from October 1, 2012, through September 31, 2013; [iii] a Non-Core Revenue Credit (NCRC) surcharge credit of $0.136 per Dth to amortize MDU’s July 31, 2012, net credit balance of $328,435 through a projected sales volume of 2,420,000 Dth over a period from October 1, 2012, through September 31, 2013; and [iv] an increase in the amount of stored natural gas causing a decline in the price of natural gas. The proposed pass-on decrease for seasonal firm customers is attributable to: [i] a projected wholesale gas cost of $3.776 per Dth ($0.501 per Dth less than the current gas cost; [ii] CBA surcharge credit of $0.136 per Dth to amortize MDU’s projected September 31, 2012, over-collected CBA balance of $333,891 through a projected sales volume of 2,453,000 Dth over the period from October 1, 2012, through September 31, 2013; [iii] a NCRC surcharge credit of $0.136 per Dth to amortize MDU’s July 31, 2012, net credit balance of $328,435 through a projected sales volume of 2,420,000 Dth over a period from October 1, 2012, through September 31, 2013; and [iv] an increase in the amount of stored natural gas causing a decline in the price of natural gas. The proposed and current total purchased gas costs and total retail rate for residential, small and large interruptible customers, stated in dollars per Dth, are as follows: Total Volumetric Rate – Residential, Firm General Service, and Small and Large Interruptible Customers Proposed ($/Dth) Current ($/Dth) Change ($/Dth) Change (%) Purchased Gas Cost 4.456 4.970 (0.514) (10.34)% CBA Surcharge (0.136) (0.136) 0.000 0.00% Non-Core Revenue Credit (0.136) (0.136) 0.000 0.00% Total Purchased Gas Cost 4.184 4.698 (0.514) (10.94)% Distribution Delivery Charge 0.633 0.633 0.000 0.0% Total Volumetric Rate 4.817 5.331 (0.514) (9.64)%Average residential, firm general service, and small and large interruptible customers using approximately 1.8 Dth in August 2013 may expect a monthly gas bill decrease of approximately $0.93, or about 4.62%, before taxes. Actual bills will vary with usage. The proposed and current total purchased gas costs and total optional seasonal firm customers, stated in dollars per Dth, are as follows: Total Volumetric Rate – Optional Seasonal Firm Customers Proposed ($/Dth) Current ($/Dth) Change ($/Dth) Change (%) Purchased Gas Cost $3.776 $4.277 ($0.501) (11.71%) CBA Surcharge ($0.136) ($0.136) $0.000 0.00% Non-Core Revenue Credit ($0.136) ($0.136) $0.000 0.00% Total Purchased Gas Cost $3.504 $4.005 ($0.501) (12.50%) Distribution Delivery Charge $0.583 $0.583 $0.000 0.00% Total Volumetric Rate $4.087 $4.588 ($0.501) (10.92%) The proposed retail rate decreases result in a projected dollar-for-dollar decrease in the Company’s August 2013 revenues of approximately $27,800 using projected sales volumes. Under Commission Rule §§ 249 and 250 a utility may apply to pass on to its customers known or prospective wholesale commodity cost increases or decreases on a dollar-for-dollar basis and subject to public notice, opportunity for hearing and refund. MDU’s application is on file at the Commission’s offices in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and in the Company’s Sheridan, Wyoming, business office, and may be inspected by any interested person during regular business hours. Anyone who wants to file an intervention petition, request for a public hearing, or a statement, public comment or protest in this matter must file in writing with the Commission on or before September 6, 2013. A proposed intervention or request for hearing must set forth the grounds under which they are made and the position and interest of the petitioner in this proceeding. If you want to intervene in this matter or request a public hearing that you will attend, or want to make a statement, a protest or a public comment, and you require reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the Commission at (307) 777-7427, or write to the Commission at 2515 Warren Avenue, Suite 300, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002, to make arrangements. Communications impaired persons may also contact the Commission by accessing Wyoming Relay at 711. Please mention Docket No. 30013-278-GP-13 in your communications

PUBLIC NOTICE

Pursuant to the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act and the Wyoming Public Service Commission’s (Commission) Rules, the Commission hereby gives notice of the application of SourceGas Distribution LLC, (SourceGas or the Company) to implement a mechanism to account for residual balances at the end of each distribution use per customer adjustment (DUPCA) collection period, as more fully described below. SourceGas is a public utility as defined by W.S. § 37-1-101(a)(vi)(D), subject to the Commission’s jurisdiction under W.S. § 37-2-112. On August 9, 2013, SourceGas filed its application to implement a mechanism to account for residual balances at the end of each DUPCA collection period. SourceGas is requesting to establish two deferred accounts, one for Small General Service customers and the other for Medium General Service Customers, to track the over- or under-recoveries related to the DUPCA Factors charged or refunded to customers compared to the Commission authorized DUPCA refund or surcharge amounts, including calculated interest for both over- and underrecovered amounts. SourceGas proposed an effective date to commence the tracking accounts of May 31, 2013. SourceGas requests an effective date for a Commission Order approving the tracking mechanism on and after October 1, 2013. This is not a complete description of the application. SourceGas’ application is available for inspection by any interested person during regular business hours at the Commission’s office in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and at SourceGas’ business offices in Torrington, Gillette and Casper, Wyoming. Anyone wishing to file a statement, intervention petition, protest or request for a public hearing in this matter must do so in writing filed with the Commission on or before September 13, 2013. Any intervention request filed with the Commission shall set forth the grounds of the proposed intervention or request for hearing as well as the position and the interest of the petitioner in this proceeding. Please be sure to mention Docket No. 30022-218-GA-13 in all correspondence with the Commission. If you wish to intervene in this matter or request a public hearing which you will attend, and you require reasonable accommodation for a disability, call the Commission at (307) 777-7427 or write to the Commission, 2515 Warren Avenue, Suite 300, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002. Communications-impaired persons may contact the Commission through Wyoming Relay at 711.

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August 30 - September 6, 2013

Campbell County Observer

Wyoming Has a Strong Plan for Regional Haze Governor Matt Mead says Wyoming has put a lot of resources into a strong plan for addressing regional haze and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) should not deny part of Wyoming’s plan. The regional haze program is intended to address aesthetic and visibility concerns. Governor Mead says Wyoming’s plan is already in the works and power producers have already invested millions of dollars in new technologies

to meet Wyoming’s requirements and those changes are already reducing haze. The federal government’s plan would be signiﬁcantly more costly. In his comment letter to the EPA Governor Mead wrote, “Wyoming’s plan achieves great reductions in visibility impairing emissions; it does so with less cost to ratepayers; it does so with cooperation among many affected parties; and, most importantly, Wyoming’s plan achieves Con-

gress’s goal of restoring visibility in full compliance with the Clean Air Act and the Regional Haze Rule.” The Governor said the federal plan would cost $1.2 billion in up-front costs and an additional $170 million per year. “By forcing unnecessarily expensive technologies, electricity rates will rise even further, putting additional strain on businesses and millions of customers that receive electricity from the generating stations in Wyoming,”

Governor Mead wrote. He added that this could impact the economy and reduce jobs. Governor Mead also said the EPA has disregarded cooperative federalism. This is the practice of federal agencies working with states and it is the history of Wyoming’s partnership with the EPA in implementing the Clean Air Act. “There are numerous examples in Wyoming’s history where positive outcomes have resulted when

EPA and the state did not agree on a process or plan. In these instances of disagreement, Wyoming and EPA worked together to ﬁnd a resolution and reach mutual agreement about moving forward,” Governor Mead wrote. He expressed his concern that after submitting suggestions to the EPA last year the agency did not engage to resolve differences – instead the EPA released a revised plan that is more onerous than last year’s proposal.

“This approach is counter to Congress’s design of the Clean Air Act and its speciﬁc directive for the regional haze program. Congress made clear that states have the primary responsibility for improving visibility, and that EPA must defer to state regional haze plans unless those plans do not comply with visibility program requirements. Wyoming’s plan does fulﬁll regional haze program requirements,” Governor Mead wrote.

WY, several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. In lieu of ﬂowers a memorial has been established to the St. Vincent’s Healthcare Foundation/Meadowlark House, 1106 N. 30th Street, Billings, MT 59101 (406237-3600)

White’s Energy Motors. He was currently employed at White’s Frontier Motors. He belonged to the Gillette Jaycees, and was an active member in Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Eddie enjoyed ﬁshing, hunting, and working in the yard. He was a proud supporter of the Camels and Pronghorns. You could count on Ed for a new joke or story every time you saw him. He loved being with his family- especially his grandsons, Patrick and Steele. Constant and close companions of Eddie’s, were their puppies Cooper, and Jasmine. Eddie had a huge heart and never met a stranger. Eddie is survived by his wife of 42 years, Judie; his step-mother Julie Howe, his sons Jefferey (Jami) Howe of Gillete, Wyoming, Christopher (Melissa) Howe of Orlando, Florida, Kyle (Sommer) Howe of Boston, Massachusetts, his sisters Janeen (Sam) Sefren of Arizona, Saundra (Curt) Martin of Mexico, his two grandsons Patrick and Steele, numerous brotherin-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins He is preceded in death by his mother Shirley Howe and his father Ernest Howe. A memorial has been established to beneﬁt Campbell County Humane Society. Memorials and Condolences may be sent in care of Walker Funeral Home 410 Medical Arts Court, Gillette, Wyoming 82716. Condolences may also be sent via our website: www.walkerfuneralgillette.com

DOUGLAS HILLIUS Memorial services for Douglas D. Hillius was Thursday, August 29, 2013 at 10 a.m. at New Life Wesleyan Church. Doug Hillius passed away August 23, 2013 at Campbell County memorial Hospital from complications from an illness. Doug was born to Doris and Dwayne Hillius on January 1, 1961 in Deadwood, South Dakota. He lived in Deadwood until he was 9 years old. He lived in Caper and Newcastle and moved to Gillette in 1973 where he attended and graduated from Campbell County High School in 1979. After graduation he began working for road and bridge, over the years he worked for several other companies including various restaurants. Doug also was a construction worker and maintenance employee throughout his life. In May 1984 Doug married Linda K. Lower, together they had two sons Douglas Wayne and Justin Ray, and they later divorced. On April 17, 1997 he married Cheryl St. Clair in Akron, Colorado and together they started a family with

a daughter Shantell. Doug enjoyed watching football, wrestling and racecars. He enjoyed spending time playing cards, dice, darts and horseshoes. Doug was a hard worker and was able to always put a smile on your face when you saw him. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Doug is survived by his wife Cheryl Hillius; his sons Douglas Hillius of Sheridan, WY, Justin (Hannah) Hillius of Gillette, WY, Jonathan Vakoc of Gillette, Wy; his daughter Shantell Hillius of Gillette, WY his father Dwayne Hillius of Sundance, Wy; his brothers Denis Hillius and Donald Hillius; his sister Dian Mudge. He is preceded in death by his mother Doris Hillius, and his brother Darrell Hillius. Memorials and Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Walker Funeral Home 410 Medical Arts Court Gillette, WY 82716. Condolences may also be sent via our website www.walkerfuneralgillette.com

Obituaries

DONALD BROWN JR. Donald LaVern Brown Jr. 69, of Recluse, WY, died August 20, 2013 in Billings, Mont., after a short battle with cancer. Donnie was born September 17, 1943 in Gillette, WY to Donald L. Brown Sr. and Vera May (Stephenson) Brown. He was a lifelong resident of Northern Campbell County graduating from Campbell County High School in May of 1962. During and after high school he worked for the Wagonsen Ranch and Tody McMann up until he was drafted into the U.S. Army on March 23, 1965. He was deployed to Heilbronn, Germany in 1965 as a tank mechanic. He returned to Gillette in March, 1967, with an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army. He then went to work in the oil ﬁeld for Jensen Well Service as a laborer working his way up to rig operator. In 1968 he went to work for Permian Corporation as a gauger in the oil ﬁeld, becoming their District Manager. He worked for Permian for ten years before going into partner-

ship in 1978 with Fred Oedekoven in the oil field service business. In 1999 he acquired the home place and later added the Beagle/ McManamen place to it and embarked on ranching and oil field service up until the time of his death. On March 18, 1972, he married Betty June Foster and to this union Donnie brought sons Mike and Paul and Betty brought her son Billy into this marriage. Donnie was an avid fisherman; he spent his childhood fishing with his Granddad and Dad. He liked to go fishing in the mountains up until he bought his first boat and then Lake DeSmet was the only lake to fish. When he was not out on the lake fishing he watched the fisherman from the comfort of the deck of his house at the lake. Donnie enjoyed going to the NFR, this would have been his 28th year in a row to attend. Donnie was preceded in death in by his grandparents Louis (Pop) and Grace Stephenson and Edward I. and Bertha Brown, father Donald L. Brown Sr., nephew Gary Bell, sisterin-law Jonni K. Brown and nephew Joe D. Brown. He is survived by his wife Betty of 41 years, sons Mike Brown (Sheri Smith) of Gillette, WY, Billy Brown of Gillette, WY, Paul (Stacey) Brown of Weston, WY, three grandchildren Rayne Brown, Darin Brown and Tucker Brown of Weston, WY, his mother Vera Brown of Recluse, WY, one sister Joyce (Albert) Bell of Great Falls, MT, one brother Rex (Kathy) Brown of Recluse,

EDDIE HOWE Eddie (Ed) Sam Howe was born on June 10, 1947 in Lovell, WY he was born to Ernest Howe and Shirley Howe. He grew up in Deaver, WY, he attended Deaver- Frannie High School and received his high school diploma. He continued on to

Denver Automotive Institute receiving a master mechanics certiﬁcate in 1966. After graduation he served in the Air Force. He was honorably discharged. Then he married the love of his life, Judie Krenning on May 28, 1971 at First Presbyterian Church in Cody, Wyoming. To this union, they added three sons, which were the light of his eye. He began working at the City of Cody. They moved to Gillette in 1981, where he worked for the City of Gillette and

March on the State Capitol Scheduled “Wyoming Parents Empowering Parents”

Will sponsor a State-wide MARCH and RALLY on Thursday, August 29th beginning at the Plaza Depot at 10:0:00 AM on behalf of our disabled children and adults in Wyoming. We ASK our Wyoming Legislators and Governor Mead to fully fund the ‘waiver waiting list’ WITHOUT resorting to unnecessary and harmful cuts to existing waiver individuals. The cuts that are proposed seriously compromise the needed services that our disabled family members rely on for their everyday care. Most importantly, these cuts are absolutely unnecessary! Wyoming is among the top three wealthiest states in our country and the forecast of future revenues and return on investments is very favorable. Yet, some of our legislators choose to continue to push this issue aside and instead, repeat-

edly, session after session, insist on “socking it all away” at the expense of the most vulnerable in our state. It is important to note that some of our more ‘involved’ individuals may actually end up heading back into institutionalized type care. These services have empowered individuals with even the most involved service needs to stay in their home and communities, close to friends and family… and now, could be at risk of being placed in a more expensive and intrusive institutionalized care. Providers may no longer be able to afford the intensive care required 365 24/7 because of these cuts. This is serious STUFF! GET INVOLVED! The current waiting list consists of 651 individuals. Of these, 231 are adults, 346 are children and 74 have acquired brain injuries. The average wait time has

been three years and some individuals have waited almost six years to receive any help. This is unacceptable and some would consider this immoral given the blessings that have been bestowed to Wyoming. Please come and join us! If you are unable to attend, then initiate a March and Rally in your area on the 29th! Call your Representatives! Call the Governor’s ofﬁce! Ask them to fully fund the waiting list WITHOUT taking away services from the defenseless. If you or someone you know is on the waiting list, or have a story to tell, please send your story to: wyparentsempoweringparents@gmail.com AND also to Protection And Advocacy wypanda@wypanda.com

Wyoming Planning Association to Host Annual Fall Conference in Campbell County The Wyoming Planning Association (WYOPASS) will be hosting their annual fall conference at the Best Western Tower’s West Lodge in Gillette September 11-13. The theme of the conference is Energy in Planning: Plan for a Brighter Tomorrow. The conference will attract approximately 100 Planners, Planning Commissioners and other planning and community development ofﬁcials from across the state of Wyoming, western South Dakota and southeastern Montana. The conference will be a tremendous opportunity to showcase Gillette, Wright and Campbell County, include the community’s new capital

facilities and projects, Gillette’s plan for revitalization of downtown, as well as the City and County’s recent efforts in updating their Comprehensive Plans. Several sessions will be presented on a variety of planning topics including downtown planning, rural transportation planning and GIS. Several sessions will focus on local projects, including a presentation on the Madison Regional Water Project, the Campbell County Coal Belt Transportation Study and the City of Gillette’s Stormwater Planning efforts. The keynote speaker of the conference will be Marion Loomis, the Ex-

ecutive Director of the Wyoming Mining Association. He will speak about the future of mining in Wyoming and planning for energy development in the future. The group will also host their annual awards banquet at the Durham Buffalo Ranch with a special video presentation from Wyoming Senator Mike Enzi. The Campbell County and City of Gillette Planning Departments are putting on the conference, along with sponsorships from local surveying, planning and engineering ﬁrms. For more information, or to register for the conference, visit www.wyopass.org

City Offices Closed on Monday City Offices will be closed on Monday, September 2nd in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. There will be no Trash, Recycling or Yard Waste Pick-up on Monday, September 2nd and the Solid Waste Division will run a double route on Tuesday, September 3rd and pick up Monday and Tuesday’s Trash. Please have your roll-outs and recycling at the curb by 7 a.m. No trash, recycling or yard water pick up on Monday, September 2nd. The City of Gillette’s Solid Waste Division will pick up Monday and Tuesday’s trash, recycling and yard waste on Tuesday, September 3rd. Please have your roll-outs and recycling at the curb by 7 a.m. City offices will re-open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3rd.

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August 30 - September 6, 2013

Gillette-Campbell County Airport Reports July Load Factor and Passenger Trafﬁc

illette-Campbell County Airport announced traffic and load factor for the month of July. Passenger totals for the month, while nearly even with June, are down 11.8 percent versus July of 2012, from 4,793 to 4,225 passengers. Year-todate, GCC has welcomed a total of 30,949 passengers, a 13.7 percent deficit compared to last year’s sevenmonth total of 35,987. July’s load factor, or the percentage of seats filled, increased four percent

from last July, from 53 to 57 percent. The increase is due to capacity reductions, which have taken place over that the past year. As a result, a higher percentage of seats in and out of GCC are occupied. About Gillette-Campbell County Airport: The Gillette-Campbell County Airport is located in Northeastern Wyoming in a major energy producing part of the country known as the Powder River Basin. Gillette is at the hub of this basin, and the Airport

serves the commercial service and general aviation needs for a large portion of this corner of the state. The Airport sees approximately 56,000 passengers come through yearly and is currently served by Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and Great Lakes Aviation to Denver, Salt Lake City, and Rock Springs, Wyoming. The GilletteCampbell County Airport and tenants currently employ approximately 260 people in the surrounding area.

July 2013 Passenger Totals

July 2013 4,225

July 2012 4,793

% Change -11.8%

2013 Y-T-D 30,949

2012 Y-T-D 35,987

% Change -13.7%

Porcupine Creek Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout Restoration Project on Hold for Now Submitted by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has postponed a proposed project to restore native Yellowstone cutthroat trout in the upper Porcupine Creek drainage east of Lovell. The proposal to treat approximately 20 miles of stream on the Bighorn National Forest above Porcupine Falls to remove brook trout and restore Yellowstone cutthroat trout was brought to the public in 2012. Game and Fish held a public meeting May 2013 and accepted written public comments on the proposal for a two month period. “Given the level of inter-

est the public has shown in this project, we have postponed the project in order to continue to work with anglers to identify ways in which the project can be adapted to better meet their needs and desires,” said Sam Hochhalter, Cody region ﬁsheries biologist. Hochhalter said that Yellowstone cutthroat trout conservation and restoration is a priority for Game and Fish. “In the Bighorn Mountains, Yellowstone cutthroat trout currently occupy less than ten percent of their historical range. Fisheries biologists have been exploring streams

throughout the area to identify cost effective areas where the species can be reintroduced. Porcupine Creek above Porcupine Falls has been identiﬁed as a prime candidate for such a project,” Hochhalter said. Yellowstone cutthroat trout are the only trout native to the Big Horn Mountains and were known to occur in the Porcupine Creek drainage below the falls prior to the introduction of nonnative trout in the last century. Yellowstone cutthroat trout have been identiﬁed as a species of greatest conservation need in Wyoming. Primary threats

to the species are the introductions of hybridizing species such as rainbow trout and competing trout species such as brook trout.

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Business Council Receives National Recognition The Wyoming Business Council received a Champion of Small Business Award from the National Coalition for Capital (NCFC) at a ceremony in Atlanta, Ga., Aug. 12, 2013. The award recognizes economic development and government leaders for demonstrating leadership in supporting policies and initiatives designed to promote access to capital for small businesses and entrepreneurs in their regions. “It’s critical to have alternative sources of capital to meet the financing needs of all types of businesses at every stage, and the Business Council’s full complement of financial tools help meet those needs,” said Ryan Whitehead, business finance manager for the Business and Industry Division at the Business Council. “I am pleased to be among those honored for supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs as they strive to preserve and grow jobs in their communities. The Business Council has worked very hard to build this financial resource package for our state’s businesses.” The Business Council of-

fers a variety of loan programs, issues Industrial Development Bonds, and administers the Wyoming Small Business Investment Credit Program, as well as the Wyoming Partnership Challenge Loan Program. All of these programs help the Business Council reach its overall economic development goals. “This award recognizes the Business Council’s important work to preserve and create jobs through access to capital policy that helps Wyoming small businesses grow and develop,” said Michael Votta, president of the NCFC. “Ryan has demonstrated he is a champion of small business, and his efforts will have an enduring positive impact on Wyoming.” This is the second major national award the Business Council has received for its access to capital program over the last 13 months. In July 2012, the agency received the Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA) 2012 Excellence in Access to Capital Finance Award for the its use of a wide range of innovative programs designed

to promote economic development in the state by enhancing access to capital for Wyoming businesses. “This recognition by leading national development ﬁnance institutions such as NCFC and CDFA validates the work we’ve put into creating alternative sources of funding to grow Wyoming’s small businesses and facilitate start-ups in the state,” said Bob Jensen, CEO of the Business Council. “Wyoming continues to put together the ﬁnancial tools to create a vibrant and robust entrepreneurial culture here.”

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Campbell County Observer

Wyoming Ofﬁce of Tourism Wins National Mercury Award for Best Digital Campaign 2013

The 2012/2013 Winter Season’s Digital Campaign Proved a Hit, Increased State Visits he Wyoming Ofﬁce of Tourism won a Mercury Award for “Best Digital Campaign” at the U.S. Travel Association’s 2013 Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO). The award, announced the evening of August 20, recognizes the ofﬁce’s innovative use of digital tools to provide visitors with a simpler, more immersive and engaging representation of what a Wyoming winter visit is all about. The integrated marketing campaign consisted of digital banner ads, mobile ads and a Winter View Book

microsite that utilized new parallax scrolling technology. Click through rates on the online banner ads were over two times that of industry standard and website trafﬁc increased 18 percent compared to the same time period of the previous year. Visitors to the Winter View Book microsite engaged with the site at a rate 57 percent greater than the general tourism website for that time frame. “Ultimately, we were able to try something new that was exciting for the consumer and allowed us to drive winter visitation to the state,” said Diane Shober,

director of Wyoming Office of Tourism. “We targeted the new direct flight markets in an engaging way. The results show our success. It’s very rewarding to be recognized for that,” she added. Skier visits at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort set a record for the 2012/2013 winter season, exceeding 500,000 guests for the first time. Winter enplanements to the state were at their second highest level on record, experiencing an 11 percent spike at the Jackson Hole Airport alone. Direct flights to this airport had recently been added

in the domestic markets of Minneapolis, Newark and San Francisco. The banner ads used teasers to prompt engagement. For example, the skier targeted messaging showed a skier who had launched off a cliff, frozen mid-jump. The ad then asked, “Does he land it?” By clicking on the image, the respondent saw the end of the jump play out in an expanded window and was invited to order a guide, learn about new nonstop ﬂights available to Jackson Hole, or visit the Winter View Book. The Winter View Book microsite used

parallax scrolling to present a three-dimensional illusion highlighting Wyoming’s dramatic geography. The campaign was developed by Wyoming Ofﬁce of Tourism’s agency of record, Barnhart Communications. “Our goal from the beginning was to create a campaign that drove engagement from the moment the consumer noticed our banner ads,” said Adam Nelson, senior art director at Barnhart. “The use of video in the ads and the parallax scrolling of the microsite accomplished that. We saw much higher engagement rates than in

previous campaigns, ones that far exceeded industry standards.” Barnhart also oversaw the media buying for the banner ad placements, contributing to the success of the campaign. Placements were secured that targeted skiers and snowmobilers out-of-state with an emphasis on markets with new non-stop ﬂight service to Wyoming. The campaign ran from October 2012 to February 2013. The microsite can still be viewed until October 1 here: http://www.wyomingtourism.org/winterviewbook/.

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Thursday, September 05, 2013 -Teen Volunteer Sign up at Campbell County Library -Kids Storytime 10:30 at C.C. Library -AA Midday Serenity group 12pm -AA Happy Hour Group 5:30pm -AA Grupo Nuevo Milenio 6:45pm -AA Hopefuls Group 8pm -AA N.E. Wyoming Recovery Group (585 Westside Dr.) 8pm -AA Strugglers Group 8pm -Picnic-Campbell County Employee 5:00pm – 7:30pm Wyo Center Frontier & Spirit Hall Friday, September 06, 2013 -Up in Arms Gun Show and Flea Market 3-7pm. Camplex Central Pavilion -Teen Volunteer Sign up at Campbell County Library -AA Midday Serenity Group 12pm -AA Happy Hour Group 5:30pm -AA Grupo Nuevo Milenio 6:45pm -AA Hopefuls Group 8pm -AA Last Call Group 10pm -Glass Onion at Jakes Tavern Saturday, September 07, 2013 -Up in Arms Gun Show and Flea Market 9am-pm. Camplex Central Pavilion -Jehovah’s Witnesses Assembly 9am-5pm at Camplex Heritage Center -Teen Volunteer Sign up at Campbell County Library -Teen Dungeons and Dragons 10am at C.C. Library -WiiPlay Saturdays 1pm at C.C. Library -Teen Open-play gaming 1pm at C.C. Library -Glass Onion at Jakes Tavern Sunday, September 08, 2013 -Up in Arms Gun Show and Flea Market 9am-3pm. Camplex Central Pavilion -Teen Volunteer Sign up at Campbell County Library -Artist of the Month Rita Lewis at C.C. Library -Gillette and Wright branch Libraries closed -AA Morning Spiritual Group 10:15am -WBA Meeting at Jakes Tavern -AA Midday Serenity Group 12pm -AA Happy Hour Group 5:30pm AA Hopefuls Group 8pm -Wright Branch Library Closed -Jehovah’s Witnesses Assembly 9am-5pm at Camplex Heritage Center

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Why Athletics Matters So Much at the University of Wyoming By Robert J. Sternberg - University President, University of Wyoming When people hear of my passion for intercollegiate athletics at the University of Wyoming, they sometimes ask me why I care so much about athletics. After all, a university is essentially an academic institution, and so what does athletics have to do with an academic institution? As it turns out, quite a lot. First, land-grant institutions like UW are dedicated to educating future ethical leaders who will make a positive, meaningful and enduring difference to the world. If you look at the characteristics of successful leaders and you look at the characteristics of successful athletes, they are pretty much the same -- drive to succeed, good work ethic, sense of responsibility, knowing how to win and how to lose, skill in planning, understanding the rules of a game, treating others including competitors with

respect, ethical behavior toward others, knowing how to work with teammates, and so forth. When we educate athletes at UW, we educate the future ethical leaders of the state of Wyoming and our nation. Second, athletics helps promote positive spirit and passion toward the university, not only among the athletes, but also among all the fans. It is one of our greatest sources of “UW Pride.” In the end, most citizens of Wyoming do not know exactly how strong one or another department is, but many of them do know how our teams are doing, especially in football and basketball. As a land-grant institution, we serve the state and want people in the state to connect with and be enthusiastic about us. Athletics is a major means of promoting connection and enthusiasm.

Third, athletics promotes good health habits among our students at UW. We hear about how people who get out of shape suffer more illnesses and live shorter lives. Collegiate athletics can promote the kinds of good health habits that last a lifetime. And athletics provides something constructive for students at UW to do in their free time, rather than some of the negative activities in which they might otherwise engage during this time. Fourth, athletics helps UW ﬁnancially. When a university has winning teams, donors are more likely to give money, not only to athletics, but also to other endeavors of the university. There is a saying that “nothing breeds success like success,” and this saying applies to athletics. Many donors who start off giving money to athletics end up giving money

to academic endeavors as well. So winning games not only will help our athletics program, but also our entire university. Finally, athletics helps promote the statewide and national brand of the University of Wyoming. I saw this as a provost and senior vice president at Oklahoma State. When the football team excelled, the university started getting free positive publicity in national media, not only for football, but also for other things. Moreover, applications for admission skyrocketed. People who before hardly knew that Oklahoma State existed now began to talk about the university with enthusiasm. Athletics success helps promote prominence. And let’s face it: To get this kind of prominence and attention, a university team has to be Division I. For better or worse, people just don’t pay the same

kind of attention to teams in Divisions II and III. The core of a university is its academic mission. But done right, athletics complements that academic mission rather than competing with it! (Done wrong, athletics leads to scandals and bad press -- deﬁnitely not what we want for UW!) So now you know why I’m passionate about intercollegiate athletics, and about seeing our beloved University of Wyoming win its games. I want you to be passionate too, so please come to our games. The 2013 home football schedule begins Sept. 7 against the University of Idaho. Athletes play better when they have big audiences to cheer them on. We need you at our games. Go Pokes!

What’s Going On In Sports? Friday, August 30, 2013 -SO Camel Football vs. Kelly Walsh 3pm in Casper -Camel Varsity Football vs. Kelly Walsh 7pm in Casper -JV Camel Football at home vs. Kelly Walsh 7pm -Panther Golf (Upton Invite) 9am -Panther Volleyball Douglas Tournament. TBA (JV, V) -Camels Cross Country at Paradice Valley in Casper (Casper Invite) 12pm -Lady Camel Varsity Tennis (S.D. Duals) in Rapid City 10am -Camel Lady Swimming at home for Gillette Relays 3pm -Ladies Camels Volleyball at Cokeville Invite in Cokeville 9am -Eagles Cross Country vs. Dean Morgan in Casper 2pm -Warrior Cross Country Practice Meet 4pm -Panther JH/HS Cross Country in Casper 12pm

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Saturday, August 31, 2013 -Panthers Football vs. Lusk at Lusk 10:30am -Panther Volleyball Douglas Tournament. TBA (JV, V) -Panther 9th grade vs. Newcastle at Newcastle 9am -Lady Camels Varsity Tennis (Rapid City Invite) in Rapid City 9am -Camel Boys JV, Varsity Tennis vs. Sheridan in Sheridan 10am -Lady Camel JV Tennis vs. Sheridan in Sheridan 10am -Camel Lady Swimming at home for Gillette Pentathlon 9am -Camels Volleyball at Cokeville Invite in Cokeville 9am -Camel SO Volleyball at home for Gillette Sophomore Invite 10am -S.V. Eagles 9th Volleyball at Newcastle for Newcastle Invite 8am -Eagles 9th Football at Rapid City Central (Team A) 9am -Warrior 9th Football in Rapid City 9am -Warrior 9th (B) Volleyball at Newcastle Invite TBA -Barrel Racing Clinic-RCM Youth & Adult Sat, August 31, 1pm – 5pm East Pavilion Tuesday, September 03, 2013 -Panther Golf at Elkhorn Invite in Spearﬁsh. Time TBA -Panther Football at home vs. Buffalo-9B -Panther 9th grade Volleyball at home vs. Newcastle 4pm -Panther JV Volleyball at home vs. Newcastle 5pm -Panther Varsity Volleyball at home vs. Newcastle 6pm -Lady Camel Swimming at home vs. Buffalo 5pm -Camel Varsity Volleyball at home vs. Sheridan 7pmpm -Camel JV Volleyball at home vs. Sheridan 5:45pm -Camel SO Volleyball at home vs. Sheridan 4:30pm -S.V. Eagles 8th Volleyball at Sundance 5pm (Team A only) -S.V. Eagles 7th at Sundance 4pm (A-only) -Eagles 8th Football (A+B) at home vs. Twin Spruce 4pm -Eagles 7th A Football at Twin Spruce 4pm -Warrior 8th Football at Sage Valley 4pm -Warrior 7th Football at home vs. Sage Valley 4pm -Warrior Volleyball (7-8th B) at Wright 4pm -Warrior (7-8th A) Volleyball at Sundance 4pm -Panther JH Volleyball at home vs. Twin Spruce 4pm

Thursday, September 05, 2013 -SO Camel Football at home vs. Rapid City Central 4pm -Lady Camel Varsity Tennis vs. RC Stevens at Rapid City 12pm -Lady Camel Varsity Tennis vs. RC Stevens at Rapid City 4pm -S.V. Eagles 8th Volleyball at Sheridan 4:30pm -S.V. Eagles Volleyball 7th at Sheridan 4:30pm -Eagles 9th Football at Spearﬁsh 4pm (team A) -Warrior Football vs. Kelly Walsh 4pm -Warrior 8th Football at Newcastle 4:30pm -Warrior (7-8th B) Volleyball at Buffalo 4pm -Warrior (7-8th A) Volleyball at Buffalo 5pm -Warrior 9th Volleyball (A+B) at home vs. Sheridan Friday, September 06, 2013 -Camel Varsity Football at home vs. Evanston 7pm -Panther Golf at home for the Wright Invite. Time TBA -Panther Football vs. Ft. Laramie in Lingle 6pm -Panther/Camel Volleyball (JV, Varsity) in Gillette Tournament. TBA -Camel Cross Country JV, Varsity at VA Hospital in Sheridan (Sheridan Invite) 4pm -Camel Boys Varsity Tennis vs. Alliance at Alliance 12pm -Camel Boys Varsity Tennis vs. Scottsbluff at Scottsbluff 4pm -Camel Volleyball at home for Camel Invite (JV, Varsity) 9am -S.V. Eagles 8th Volleyball at Cheyenne for Cheyenne Pool Play (A-only) TBA -Eagles Cross Country at Sheridan 2pm -Warrior (7-8th A) Volleyball at Cheyenne Invite 3:30pm -Panther HS/JH Cross Country in Sheridan 4pm -Team Roping – ACTRA Fall Roping: 9am-9pm Camplex East Pavilion Saturday, September 07, 2013 -JV Camel Football at home vs. Evanston 9am -Panther Golf at home for the Wright Invite. Time TBA -Panther/Camel Volleyball (JV, Varsity) in Gillette Tournament. TBA -Camel Varsity Boys Tennis at Scottsbluff Invite in Scottsbluff 9am -Camel Boys/Girls JV Tennis at Casper Invite in Casper 9am -Lady Camel Swimming vs. Laramie at Laramie 10am -Camel Volleyball at home for Camel Invite (JV, Varsity) 9am -S.V. Eagles 9th Volleyball at Natrona County 10am -S.V. Eagles 8th Volleyball at Cheyenne for Cheyenne Pool Play (A-only) TBA -Eagles 8th Football (B) at Moorcroft 10am -Eagles 8th Football (A) at home vs. CY 10am -Warrior Cross Country at Sheridan Invite 10am -Warrior Football at Wright 10:30am -Warrior (7-8th A) Volleyball at Cheyenne Invite 3:30pm TBA -Warrior 9th Volleyball (A+B) at Natrona County 10am -Panther JH Football at home vs. Twin Spruce (8B) 10:30am -Team Roping – ACTRA Fall Roping: 9am-9pm Camplex East Pavilion Sunday, September 08, 2013 -Gillette Pronghorn Cross Country All-American Classic in Decorah, IA 12pm -Eagles 7th-B Football at home vs. Dean Morgan 9am -Team Roping – ACTRA Fall Roping: 9am-9pm Camplex East Pavilion

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Bold Republic Weekly You’re WEIRD! If You Don’t By Glenn Woods A couple of weeks ago, some friends of mine had me watch a news report that made my heart sink. They knew that the story was going to disturb me, but they knew that I had to see it. If you’ve followed my work since I’ve moved to Wyoming, you’ve heard me talk about the family cabin in the mountains of North Carolina. Ashe County is truly one of the most beautiful counties in the nation. It is also one of the poorest. For the longest time the only way to get to Ashe County was to strain your car’s engine up thin, twisting, white knuckle driving, winding mountain roads. That is why Ashe County has remained so isolated from the rest of the nation. But it has always been worth the trip. At the end of the drive there is the pictureperfect little town of West Jefferson, nestled in rolling green mountains along the New River. The people of Ashe County are true mountain folk. Their deep Appalachian accent is a little hard to understand at ﬁrst, but once you get used to it, you will ﬁnd yourself among hard-working, deeply religious people. It is not easy to make a living in those mountains.

Generations of local residents have scraped out a living between those hills with little success. But it does not seem to bother them much. They have their humble little homes. Their children will greet you with a polite “Yes, Ma-am” and “Yes, Sir.” They have their family. They are happy to let the world pass them by and be left alone. If a neighbor is in trouble, everyone comes to lend a hand. When the federal government sent social workers in to those mountains to “HELP” those poor folks, they were shocked to be turned away. The social workers wanted to know what was wrong with these people that they did not want a free handout from the government. The Federal workers were astounded. These people are so weird. What is wrong with them? Here, they set up ofﬁces and offer free stuff and no one shows up to take it? So they send out social workers to visit their humble homes, and the social workers are turned away? The mountain folk of Ashe County were quick to explain that they saw federal aid as a trap. It was more important that a family make its own way, even if it was a

meager living. Help a neighbor if he is down. But don’t make a man a dependent. It’s not good for him. It only makes generations of helpless dependents. The people of Ashe County North Carolina call it “Mountain Pride.” The city folk from the Federal Government had never seen such a thing. It was confusing to them. Rather than encouraging these mountain folks to stand on their own two feet, the Federal social workers began looking for ways to break the cycle of indepen-

dence. Meetings were held. Strategies were discussed. Finally, a clever social worker thought to offer the poor farmers of Ashe County free seeds for their gardens. “If you won’t take federal money, you would rather toil in the soil, then what if we gave you free seeds and you grow them yourselves?” On some level this seemed to make sense to the locals. They might take some free seeds, but they would still have to do all the work themselves. That was not TOO much of an assault on their Mountain Pride. But, once the social workers had a toe hold in the community, they were able to gently slip though the door the rest of the way. It did not take long before the number of people in Ashe County collecting Federal assistance jumped a full

10% The clever social worker who thought of this idea was invited to a national conference and given an award. An award? So, we are now handing out awards to Federal workers that ﬁgure out how to take people, who want to be independent and stand on their own two feet, and make dependence out of them? I would wager that we do not hand out awards to social workers who have shown people how to get OFF the government dole and stand on their own two feet. Can you imagine that award ceremony? Let’s hand a big trophy to the woman who ﬁgured out how to encourage pride, individualism, and independence, to the point that there were

no longer any “costumers” for her office to serve, and so the Federal Government had to shut down her office. But no, rather these social workers wonder what is wrong with anyone who does not want government assistance. They wonder what is wrong with people who want to stand on their own two feet. They see Mountain Pride, and they figure that they are helping if they can find a way to break it. Let me ask you this: If you have children, are they better off if you teach them to make it on their own, or are they better off if you teach them to stay and home and mooch off of mom and dad for the rest of their lives? Which is better for the nation? Which builds a stronger nation? Dependence? Or Independence.

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Liberty or Security? The Question is Before You Now Taking the Moral High Ground

Starting in January of 2014 many of us have a decision to make, and it may not be quite the decision you think it is. Nancy Pelosi famously said that, “You need to pass a bill to see what is in it.” Now that the Affordable Health Care Act is starting to be enacted and the rumors around certain content have subsided, we are starting to see the effects of this bill. Yes, businesses that are forced into the plan get a reprieve until 2015 because even the agency that enforces the Affordable Health Care Act did not have enough time to study the rules. This is a good thing, as many of these businesses will be dropping employees or moving them to part time as a result of the overwhelming cost of the programs. These workers now have another year to prepare for the cut in jobs or hours. Individuals, however, do not have the reprieve. Starting January ﬁrst, you are required to have health insurance. If not, you get penalized. If you don’t have health insurance, your penalty will be calculated based on your income and the number of people in your household. In 2014, the penalty amount will be $95 or 1% of your annual income per person in your household (whichever is greater), increasing to $325 or 2% in 2015, and $695 or 2.5% in 2016. After 2016, the dollar amount will be adjusted for inﬂation each year. The penalty will include each month that you do not have coverage for yourself and your dependents. We can all look at this penalty from a couple different angles. One is the government forcing private companies into providing unaffordable health insurance and therefor costing jobs. Another way to look at it is the government forcing people who can’t afford private health insurance to get on public insurance for fear of losing even more money. Even another way to look at the situation is that the private businesses are being forced to cut employees and hours, creating more uninsured people, because the uninsured people have to have their newly mandated health care paid for by somebody. The insurance premiums go up as a result, and more people and businesses drop coverage forcing a higher percentage of citizens on government insurance. Now THIS is economic growth in a staggering and severely in-debt economy. But let’s take it from a different angle that we haven’t seen discussed in any of the newspapers out there (still the best news sources in the world by the way). According to a Cigna Corp. survey, 1 of 4 self-employed people does not have any health insurance for themselves or their families. 2 in 4 of the self-employed people rely in spousal health insurance, and only 1 in 4 actually has insurance for themselves. 2 of 4 self-employed people provide insurance for their employees, but not themselves because the cost is too high. So let’s take a look at “Jim.” Jim wants to become an entrepreneur. He wants to produce a product or service himself, and he wants to innovate his own ideas and reap the fruit from that labor. He also knows that entrepreneurship is falling drastically in the U.S., with more and more potential entrepreneurs taking the safe road and working for other companies. Jim has three young children and a mortgage, but wants to be part of the economic

growth and wants to create jobs. So Jim starts up a small company out of his business with all the risk. In less than three years, Jim’s business has taken off. He has hired a team of employees and is doing well. However, he can no longer afford health insurance for his family of five. If his son gets a broken arm, he has to rely on paying a doctor with cash and, as a result, Jim cannot afford to abuse either the system or the insurance companies. Now, Jim does want medical insurance for his family; it keeps him awake at night thinking about his children playing football, baseball, hockey, karate, gymnastics, and more. He never wants to see his kids hurt, but he also thinks about the hurt that could come from the price of broken arms, bruised limbs, and more. He can’t deny his children sports out of love, but worries that a couple injuries without insurance could put them out on the street. He worries about a chronic diseases affecting his family, diseases that would ruin the business he has built, his house, his assets, and the livelihood of not only his family but all of the families that depend on his business now for their livelihood as well. He simply can’t afford it yet. So suddenly, here comes Washington with a new plan that will insure everyone who can’t afford it for themselves and their families. Jim’s kids will now be covered, and Jim will have one less worry until his business can afford insurance. But there are two problems. First, Jim knows that once you get on government programs, it is virtually impossible to get off. Jim knows that there is a huge push by multiple executive agencies pushing to get people on multiple forms of government assistance instead of being self-reliant. Jim knows that free healthcare to the people who can’t afford it is simply that: another government assistance program. This brings Jim to reason number two, the fact that Jim doesn’t believe in taking government assistance. He is not disabled, he is healthy. He doesn’t buy huge TV’s, off-road vehicles, or even pays interest on loans or credit cards. He is smart with money and perfectly able to work, and work hard. It was HIS decision to quit his high paying job with the full benefit package offered, to follow a dream. It is HIS job to support his family. It is HIS job to pay for the medical bills associated. He holds personal accountability over his own responsibilities. He is walking the moral high-ground. But, by acting with individual responsibility and denying what he considers the theft from producing citizens, he is going to get fined. Every year on his taxes (and ever increasing) he will be fined for every member of his family he is not providing insurance for. He will be fined for not stealing from others. Jim is a good man, a hard worker, and has decided to always perform every decision and action in his life for his beliefs, regardless of the cost of those beliefs. He has truly decided to sacrifice security for liberty. Jim is going to deny the free health insurance for his family and still try to consistently grow in business to earn it himself, as everyone should. However, Jim may not be able to consistently pay these kinds of fines on his taxes. Though the rest of his bills get paid, the new fine will be too much. This will cause Jim to fall behind, as the cost of the tax increase in percentages will outperform the percentage of his small business growth. So in the

next few years, Jim will be getting his bank accounts frozen and his assets seized by the IRS. The local Sheriff, being the highest elected authority in the county, has the power to stop the IRS from these seizures if the IRS is acting un-constitutionally. Unfortunately for the citizens, the United States Supreme Court made the laws and associated fines with the Affordable Health Care Act in National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebeliu. Even our Sheriff can’t protect us now. So Jim, who quit his job (opening up a position for someone else) and started a business, creating multiple other jobs, may have his home stolen from the Federal Government for taking the moral high-ground. Jim, who has a family to support, may have all of his bank accounts seized suddenly by the IRS because he refuses to follow their thieving example. Jim, who is not a criminal but one of the few actual producers of our current failing society, may have a hard time feeding his children because his assets, like automobiles, may be taken, making it much harder to run a business, because he is standing up for what he believes in regardless of the unethical laws and consequences. Jim, who may ultimately lose the business (and livelihood of the employees) he created, will spend the rest of his life recovering from the prohibition of his natural liberties and his inherent rights. Yes, the government has now ruined a free-man’s life. Jim now thinks, when thinking about his country and its government, of sedition. Jim, who should be thought of as a hero, is considered an enemy of the state if he tries to act on that sedition. The advantage the government has over Jim, the knowledge that they have already taken away all of his material possessions and ability to fight. The government’s disadvantage is there is going to be a lot of passionate “Jims” out there - and together, passion may prevail. My problem is: I am Jim, along with so many other self-employed people. We are all Jim, and the only thing we can do is prepare for them to take it all. Quick Facts: 48.6 million people in the US (15.7% of the population) 1in4 self-employed have zero health insurance for themselves and their families. 1in4 self-employed buy their own health insurance without spousal support The cost of the AHC Act to the average producing American will be $5,800.00 per year if only current uninsured numbers do not grow The cost of uninsured families in fines will be $695.00 per person in household in 2016 and will continue to grow. An estimated 82% of all businesses nationwide will be cutting workers hours and health insurance in efforts to stay open as a business, putting millions of more Americans on government health care systems and raising the cost exponentially above current estimates. An estimated 26 percent of small businesses that have a net profit of less than $100,000 per year will go out of business being unable to pay for the new insurance mandates or tax burdens associated. “When the provision of paternal security replaces the provision of justice as the function of the state, the state stops providing justice.” – Herbert Schlossberg

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Government Exemptions Suggest Tyranny

Dear Editor, King George wasn’t such a tyrant. Congress shoves a health care bill down our throats and is then exempted from it). On top of that, members of Congress exempt others as it suits them. It’s time we the people stopped these oligarchs. The majority of Americans do not want the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. It’s time for a bloodless revolution. We can do this if we do not reelect anyone who voted for the bill. If they voted for this bill, we should tell them it doesn’t matter what else they have done, they must go. Then we need an amendment that any federal law, rule or regulation must apply to everyone equally. There could be an exemption only if it passes a national referendum by a three-ﬁfths vote of the people. James Hontz

In Washington, Ideology Need Not Reign Supreme

Dear Editor, As I speak to people about the Congress, one question arises more than any other: Why is Congress gridlocked? People are perplexed and disappointed with its performance, and are searching hard for an answer. The roots of Congress’s dysfunction are complex. But the fundamental reason is that real differences in beliefs about government exist among the voters. Conservatives place a heavy emphasis on liberty, individual freedom, and self-reliance. They have little confidence in government’s ability to play a role in improving society or the economy, and many of them look upon government as destructive, a force that undermines our basic freedoms. Moreover, a belief has taken hold among conservatives in recent years that compromise and accommodation are betrayals of their cause. This has put great pressure on GOP leaders not to budge in their negotiations with the White House and Senate Democrats. Meanwhile, on the “progressive” side there is much greater emphasis on using government to narrow economic disparities and help those at the bottom of the income scale. They emphasize equality of opportunity for all and individuals’ responsibility to the community around them. While they do not favor a radical centralization of power in the federal government, as some conservatives charge, they are more willing to accept government action — and the legislative compromises that make it possible. The gap between these views appears unbridgeable. It is not. That is because most Americans find themselves somewhere between the extremes, able to see merit in both conservative and progressive ideas. When I was in office, I often found myself thinking that many of my constituents were conservative, moderate, and liberal all at the same time. That hasn’t changed. They may be wary of excessive government, but again and again they turn to government at some level to help solve the problems they complain about, and they want it to work effectively and efficiently. More than anything else, Americans want to see moderation and cooperation from their political leaders. In the end, Congress usually ends up about where most Americans want it to

be. So I’m not surprised how, when dire problems confront them, both conservatives and progressives in Washington ﬁnd their inner pragmatist By Lee Hamilton- Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

Standing For Moral Principle Is Narrow Minded

Dear Editor, At the last city council meeting one of the council members said it was wrong for them to impose their morals upon someone else, as if they dropped off their morals, standards and beliefs at the door before taking a seat in the council chambers. I ﬁnd this disturbing. We ﬁnd ourselves in a cultural era unlike any other in American history. Pop culture and political correctness has taught us that standing for some moral principle is narrow minded and chauvinistic. We’ve been told that killing a baby in the womb is a woman’s choice. We’ve been told traditional marriage is antiquated and old fashioned. We’ve been told rapists need rehabilitation, not punishment. We’ve been told that living out our faith is bigoted and judgmental toward others. We’ve been told we can behave any way we want and do anything we want, regardless of how it affects others. Freedom to make choices doesn’t mean that our choices are right or socially acceptable. This week Miley Cyrus, better known as Hannah Montana, performed for MTV’s Video Music Awards. She was wearing what looked to be a bra and underwear and behaved in a way that was akin to soft core pornography. What is more worrisome is that our kids perceive this to be acceptable behavior, and adults are either not alarmed or are afraid to speak out for fear of being ostracized. In the opposite corner, a reality show called Duck Dynasty has been extremely successful and recently broke records for viewership. Why? The family, on whom the show is based, live by a moral code and promote family values. They don’t sugarcoat things with political correctness and openly confess Jesus. At the end of each episode they pray in his name. The bottom line is this: People today are hungry for moral principles and family values. They are hungry for Truth. A city councilman quoted Benjamin Franklin in defense of not taking a moral stand against increasing access to alcohol: “They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.” This sounds good, but Franklin did not say this in regard to personal liberties and choices. It was in regards to the right to bear arms and national security. Franklin also said this, “As to Jesus of Nazareth, my opinion of whom you particularly desire, I think the system of morals and his religion, as he left them to us, (is) the best the world ever saw or is likely to see…” What we need in government, especially at the local level, is men and woman who will take a stand for traditional beliefs and morals. Failing to do so is a disservice to those they represent, and actively contributes to the decay of our society. Alexander Hamilton, the face on our $10 bill, said it best: “If you don’t stand for something, you will fall for anything.” By Scott Clem

Good Intentions, Bad Outcome By Administration

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Select Committee on Federal Natural Resource Management September 5th and 6th, 2013 Wyoming Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Building 2211 King Blvd. Casper, Wyoming

Dear Editor, The Obama administration is on a path to have an increasing number of people dependent on the government for health care, welfare payments, unemployment compensation, food stamps, mortgage relief and on and on. Most Americans support the notion that there must be a safety net for the less fortunate among us to receive such payments based on need. This is where the president’s policies lack credibility — they have few restrictions and virtually no limitations or built-in checks on qualification for these benefits. There are myriad examples that demonstrate the corruption resulting from programs that have good intentions but little substance in their execution. Obamacare is a prime example of the problems that ensue with poorly constructed legislation. We are witnessing an ongoing public debate of how we should fix bad law with a bandage here and a tweak there, like trying to mend a sinking ship in the middle of the ocean. At some point, the government runs out of solutions and taxpayer dollars to fix what has become a terminal illness. There are other laws that suffer the same fatal disease and should be ended with the equivalent of a mercy killing or a removal of the diseased portion of the law to allow the healthy part to live. The welfare system falls into the category of a program that needs major surgery but not termination. Our president appears to have good intentions, but his good intentions go awry with his shortsighted approach. If God can’t solve the problems of the needy, our government is certainly not going to accomplish such an undertaking. The best we can do as mere mortals is to create an environment where businesses flourish, the job market expands and everyone who contributes benefits. Rob Lee Weinhold

This agenda sets forth the order in which the Committee will consider each topic. The times stated are tentative – if a topic is concluded early, the Committee will proceed to the next topic. The speakers stated are tentative – if the named presenter is unable to attend, another person may be substituted.

Thursday September 5, 2013 8:00 a.m. 8:05 a.m.

Call to Order/Roll Call/Opening Remarks 1. Red Desert National Conservation Area Proposal A. Industry Representatives; B. Jim Magagna, Wyoming Stockgrowers Association; C. Wyoming Outdoor Council; E. Other Interested Parties. 10:00 a.m. BREAK 10:15 a.m. 2. Buffalo, Lander and Bighorn Basin RMP Revisions and Associated EIS A. Jerimiah Rieman, Governor’s Ofﬁce B. Bureau of Land Management – Caleb Hiner, BLM Wyoming senior resource advisor C. WCCA D. Other Interested Parties. 11:15 a.m. 3. BLM Proposed Hydraulic Fracturing Regulation Update A. Jerimiah Rieman, Governor’s Ofﬁce B. Bureau of Land Management – Michael Madrid, BLM Wyoming branch chief, Fluid Minerals, Lands & Appraisal Branch C. WCCA; D. John Robitaille, V.P. Petroleum Association of Wyoming; E. Other Interested Parties. 12:30 p.m. LUNCH 1:45 p.m. 4. Wild Horse Management 1. BLM – June Wendlandt, BLM Wyoming Wild Horse & Burro Specialist and program lead 2. Jim Magagna, Wyoming Stockgrowers Association; 3. Other Interested Parties. 3:00 p.m. BREAK 3:15 p.m. 5. Rare Element Resources – Bear Lodge Mountains Project A. George Byers, Rare Element Resources; B. Black Hills National Forest representative. 4:15 p.m. 6. Federal Issues Surrounding Wyoming Minerals A. Coal leasing timeframe for approval of new leases: i. Kathy Ogle, BLM Wyoming Solid Minerals Branch Geologist; ii. Scot Durgin, Wyoming VP of Operations, Peabody Coal; iii. Other Interested Parties.

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Friday September 6, 2013 8:00 a.m. 8:05 a.m.

Call to Order/Roll Call/Opening Remarks 8. Permitting Electrical Power Generation A. Governor’s Office; 1. Industry Representatives. 9:30 a.m. 9. Regional Haze Regulations/Air Quality Regulations 1. Todd Parfitt, Wyoming DEQ 2. Rocky Mountain Power; 3. Governor’s Office; 4. Joel Bousman, WCCA; 5. Industry Representatives; 6. Other Interested Parties. 10:30 a.m. BREAK 10:45 a.m. 10. Update on other EPA Rulemaking; 1. Governor’s Office; 2. Industry Representative; 3. Todd Parfitt, Wyoming DEQ 4. Other Interested Parties. 12:15 p.m. LUNCH 1:30 p.m. 11. Forest Fire/ Forest Health 1. Jim Neiman, Neiman Sawmills; 2. USFS; 3. State Forester. ADJOURN: Upon Completion of Committee Business

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Governor Takes Pride in Wyoming’s Leadership on Hydraulic Fracturing Governor Matt Mead expressed that he is proud of Wyoming’s record of effective regulation of the oil and gas industry in his comments on the Bureau of Land Management’s proposed rule for hydraulic fracturing. Governor Mead wrote to Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell to say that the BLM should reject the duplicative regulation and defer to states like Wyoming. “As a leading energy producer, Wyoming continues to set the standard for development and environmental stewardship,” Governor Mead wrote. He pointed to Wyoming’s ﬁrst-in-thenation hydraulic fracturing rules, updated well bore integrity standards,

air standards for natural gas production and wells that are hydraulically fractured, and Wyoming’s recently released energy strategy. “Guided by this energy strategy, Wyoming is establishing baseline groundwater sampling, analysis and monitoring regulations.” Given state leadership is already in place in Wyoming, Governor Mead expressed concern that the new BLM rule would add to existing delays and undercapitalization of federal permitting. Another area of concern is the BLM’s effort to grant variances to allow compliance with state or tribal requirements when those meet or exceed the federal rule or standard.

What is troubling is that the ability to acquire variance is given to operators, not states or tribes. “Despite BLM’s contention that states will be afforded opportunity to work with the BLM to craft a variance, the mechanism in the rule only allows operators to pursue a variance,” Governor Mead wrote. The Governor requests a reconsideration of this provision and that the BLM not expand its administrative footprint in Wyoming. “Wyoming has led the nation in regulating hydraulic fracturing, and the BLM should allow us to continue that leadership,” Governor Mead said.

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a Facebook addict or an Instagram hipster. If I don’t care for their data policies, I can quit using their services. Indeed, even the larger-than-life Facebook has scaled back some of its data sharing due to user protests and concerns. Under this light, comparing how much data Facebook collects from users to NSA’s privacy violations is asking how much water is in the Indian Ocean. Internet democracy seems to work where authentic voluntary consent exists. I have never been given a copy of the policy practices of the NSA when I log onto the Internet. Nor have I seen data-management restrictions for any branch of the government analyzing Internet data. Under our American system of government, consent of the governed is the foundational principle we invoke when determining the legitimacy of any government action. Where it is missing, the related government actions are invalid, including NSA spying on free citizens. Gewirtz makes the utilitarian point that the NSA “mistakenly records less than a megabyte a day - less

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than one MP3 worth of data per day.” He then examines industry practices and celebrates the NSA approach because “they appear to be doing a darned good job protecting us without getting all up in your privacy junk.” This, again, is rhetorical silliness. The question is not whether the NSA is recording one megabyte, two gigabytes or more per day. The Constitution does not green light government abuses no matter how insigniﬁcant. Instead, our Bill of Rights is concerned about every abuse because each infringement of individual liberty matters. Just one racially charged, inappropriate detainment violates the Fourth Amendment as much as one improper recording of data from one user. The Bill of Rights protects individual, not aggregate, rights. In today’s Internet culture, it is wise not to lose sight of the dramatic importance of the Bill of Rights, even though some commentators may be willing to relinquish them based on utilitarian arguments.

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Personal Assistant needed to organize and help. Computer skills needed,job experience and good with organization. We are ready to pay $570 per week interested person for more info contact: darenboot@gmail.com Rocky Mt Merchandising is looking for dependable, outgoing person to execute four in store demos in Sept showing the features and benefits of the Straight Talk Cell phone. Must commit to all four Saturdays from 10:00-4:00. Email Jackie@ rockymm.com or call 800723-9008 Looking for CDL to work in North Dakota full time. Call 307-670-3629. Hiring Newspaper Journalist. Government/Politics. Work at Home. Must be able to perform advanced research, and write unbias. Must be able to attend government meetings and conduct interviews professionally. Pays per article/Part Time. Please send Cover Letter, Resume, and Writing Sample to CampbellCountyObserver@ gmail.com. Hiring Newspaper Sports Writer. Must be able to attend Campbell County Sports games at all levels and various sports. Can write in a bias/home team manner. Must also be able to take photographs of covered games, get information from coaches, and retrieve stats. Much of the work is performed Home. Pays per article/Part Time position. Please send Cover Letter, Resume, and Writing Sample to CampbellCountyObserver@gmail.com. Summer Job - Age 14 and up. Newspaper Subscription Sales. Pays $5.00 for every 6-month subscription sold and $10.00 for every year subscription sold. Perfect for summer money. Extra bonuses for 100 subscriptions sold (Pizza Party at Godfathers with friends/family) and more. Email the Campbell County Observer at CampbellCountyObserver@gmail. com PERSONAL ASSISTANCE NEEDED: We are looking for an Office Assistant. Duties include greeting clients, answering phones, and routing mail, data entry and retrieve,scheduling and calender maintenance,Ideal candidates will have proven customer service skills in an administrative setting and experience with Microsoft Office applications email resumes to akeelahanderson001@gmail.com IF INTERESTED Personal Assistant needed to organize and help. Basic computer skills needed, must be good with organization. I am ready to pay $600.00 per week. Interested person should contact: deans995@ gmail.com Bl-32-2V Full Time Flooring Installers wanted. Must have experience. Bring resumes in to Carpet Express Direct on Hwy. 59 next to the Prime Rib Restaurant. State Wide Sales people. Print Advertising Sales for new State-wide newspaper. Call 307-299-4662

Licensed daycare now open. Spots available full-time and before and after school. Close to Rozet school and the post ofﬁce. Monday through Friday 6:30am to 6pm. Ages 3 and up. Call 307-299-1915 In a Pinch?? Back up Daycare service call 307-6807948

Apartments for Rent 1-5 bedroom units available for rent. Please contact Real Estate Systems of Gillette Inc at 307-682-0964 for all the updated details. 2 Bedroom apartment $650 per month, $650 security, $650 last months. Above Gillette Cheese House. No pets, no smoking, laundry facilities available 685-6449 Criminal background check and renters insurance Required Immaculate 1-2 bedroom apartments, fresh paint, and new ﬂooring. (no pets). Call for move-in special starting at $595 307-686-6488 Apartment for Rent in WindRidge Appts. Water/Trash/ Washer/Dryer. Air and Heat. 3bs/2bth. Must qualify for low income housing. $740.00/ mo. Call 307-685-8066 Foothills View Apartments Hot Move In Special! Cool, Clean, Quiet Apartments. A/C, 2 Bdrm. $695 1Bdrm. $595. Showing anytime Call 307-686-6488 C3-28-2v Apartments for rent. Foothills View Apartments. Clean and Quiet. One and Two bedroom units starting at $595.00. Call for showing andmove in special 307-6866488 (c3-42-3v) 2 bedroom apartment $675 per month, $675 security, $675 last months rent. Above Gillette Cheese House no pets, no smoking laundry \ facilities available 685-6449 Criminal Background check and renters insurance required. Spacious & new, 1, 2, &3 bdrm affordable apartments available now! Call 6858066. Washer and dryer in every unit. Private sunny patio or balcony. Special move-in rate, 1 bdrm: $694, 2 bdrm: $777, 3 bdrm: $888. Move in now and deduct $ 200 off ﬁrst month while special lasts. Call Konnie or Celeste at Highland Properties 685-8066.

Toys (ATV’s Boats, Etc.) 1981 Harley Davidson FXBSturgis, 1st dual-belt drive to commemorate Hill-Climb @ Sturgis, Jack-Pine Gypsies rally started in ‘41, 50th anniversary model. 12K on straight-up original paint, new Moetzler’s driven-by beefed Shovel, 102hp at wheel. Perfect in every aspect, serious inquiries only, loan is $15K and value of over 25K. Ben 680.7464, 3-other older bikes and this has to go to the right person! International Tractor 300 Utility For Sale. $2000 Artic Cat 4X4 2001For Sale. $2000 Call Bill 307 - 660 – 8563. Chopper - Custom built frame, s&s engine, carb, etc. 80ci. Evolution engine. Wide glide front end. Low. Torn apart down to frame. Have all parts, could be built in two days with under $200.00. Asking $5,500 or best offer. Price:$5,500obo. Contact: 307-670-2733 2013 Custom Harley Hardtail Bobber all new $9,500. Marlins 685-4452 or 685-8100 2010 Polaris 550 eps with less than 100 miles, books for $8,000. make and offer. Call Steve Terry at 307-2992992 16ft Sea Nymph Fishing Boat, 50 hp outboard Merc, trolling motor, just serviced at wyoming marine $2,500 O.B. O 307-299-4662 or307-6220825

Produce for Sale Fresh local “Free Range” eggs. All natural, no animal by-products. No antibiotics. $3/Doz. 257-9049

Gunsmithing Special of the week. Electrolysis Barrel Cleaning. Increase the accuracy of your firearm, get ready for hunting season or a summer of shooting fun. Most cleanings complete overnight and your gun is ready the next day. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 2992084 and mention this ad. With the current controversy of gun control you can expect changes. One of these changes will be permanently attached low capacity magazines. Make your current guns compliant to this regulation. Call for quotes on all your gunsmithing needs. Call Wyoming Mountaineers (307)299-2084 to get yours today. 1903 Springfield. 30o6 Cal. U.S. Military. $700 obo. Call (307) 682-7864 Chinese Type 53 Carbines 7.62X54R. These guns have been fully restored and are excellent shooters. They are a shorter model of the Mossin Naugant making them easy to carry through the brush and trees. Large caliber with plenty of take down power for the largest and most dangerous game. Ammo is still available and still very reasonably priced. This gun comes with a fold down bayonet permanently attached. Adjustable sights on an elevation ramp rear sight makes this package very versatile. permanently attached floor plate magazine holds 5 rounds with one additional one in the chamber. Call Wyoming Mountaineers (307)299-2084 to get yours today. Wyoming Mountaineers now offers easy payment plans on any in stock firearm. Your debit card is your line of credit. Purchase any firearm that is in stock making 4 payments weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Processing fee and payment plan fee apply. Call Wyoming Mountaineers for more details. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 299-2084 and mention this ad. Get a piece of history. Mosin Nagant Russian M91/30 Surplus Rifle. Very good to Excellent condition 7.62X54 Caliber. These are a very accurate rifle shooting 4” groups at 1000 yards. Open sights are adjustable to yardage with a push of a button. Great gun for hunting deer or elk very cheap ammo available for target practice. Comes with military issue sling, sling pouches, bayonet, and cleaning tools. Call Wyoming Mountaineers 2992084 and mention this ad. A friend of mine called the other day and tells me he has 2 friends that are looking for some AR-15’s do I have any? I told him yes I do, They are M4 style scope ready models and priced at $695.00. Great, he says, They will be right over. They never showed up so a few days later I asked him if his friends were still interested. He told me nope, they bought them online for $1500.00. So, here they come with UPS, I still made my $15.00 for the transfer but while they were there they looked at the rifles I had in stock and discovered they were the same models they ordered with the same features and they could have bought 2 from me for the same price they paid for one they ordered. Don’t let this happen to you, Any gun, Any models, Any features can be ordered or built for a lower cost. Call for a free quote. Call Wyoming Mountaineers (307)299-2084 to get yours today.

Heavy Equipment/ Trailers

Spring Cleaning Special! Any purchase over $200 prior to 5-31-13 Will have the choice of: Free couch cleaning (up tp 8ft. long) or Free 1 year warranty on oil/water based spots. www.pineridgeclean. com 307-660-7856 ﬁnd us on Facebook Want To Get in Shape?Like to have Fun? Learn The Graceful moves of American Oriental Belly Dancing! The 3rd Sunday of every month. Call Leanna Tabatt 307-6808457 Looking to buy a new computer? Why waste the money? “Your Computer Store” has refurbished towers and laptops rebuilt right here in our store. Plenty of memory, disc space, and advice. Come by and see our inventory at “Your Computer Store,” where YOU come ﬁrst! 802 E. Third St next to Ice Cream Land “Did you see this? Than it worked. Go to www.campbellcountyobserver.net to list your ad today!” Powder River Mechanics. We have the cheapest labor rates, but the best quality repairs in town. We offer full services on Foreign and domestic vehicles, ATV’s, Snowmobiles, motorcycles, jet ski’s, boats, and more. Let us put you on a Preventative maintenance schedule so your vehicles run miles past your warranty. Call for an appointment. 307-6967713. Avenue Mall - Over 30 vendors, come check us out! 217 Gillette Ave. Mon-Fri. 9AM to 7 PM, Sat. 9AM- 5 PM, Sun. 10 AM - 4 PM Computers have become like cars, and they need repaired. Want the best quality repair work in N.E. Wyoming? Bring your computer to “Your Computer Store.” Quality work at a quality price. “Your Computer Store,” where YOU COME FIRST 802 E. Third street next to Ice Cream Land. Auto insurance preferred and SR-22’s. Call Elizabeth Jones Agency 307-682-6520 Motorcycle and ATV insurance. Call Elizabeth Jones Agency 307-682-6520

Merchandise

1981 Circle J 4-horse Horse Trailer. New ﬂoor, paint and wiring. $2500 OBO Call 307 - 680 – 2374 1981 Circle J 4-horse Horse Trailer. New ﬂoor, paint and wiring done in shop class 2 years ago. No rust only used once since redone. $2500 or OBO Call 307 - 680 – 2374

Great Horse Property for sale, in Buffalo Wyoming. 11.5 acres with three bedroom, 3 bath home with 2 car attached garage, afull length covered redwood deck and walk out basement, irrigated pastures, bite corrals, Cleary Barn, and much more.Call 307684-5844 after 5p.m. for appointment

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Weekly Trivia Answer

What American woman has had the most statues made in her honor? Sacajawea

Sacajawea is wellknown as the Indian woman who led Lewis and Clark on their famous expedition to ﬁnd the Paciﬁc Ocean. Sacajawea was born about 1790 in what is now the state of Idaho. She was one of the “Snake People,” otherwise known as the Shoshone. Her name in Hidatsa was Tsi-ki-ka-wi-as, “Bird Woman. In Shoshone, her name means “Boat Pusher.” She was stolen during a raid by a Hidatsa tribe when she was a young girl and taken to their village near what is now Bismark, N. Dakota. Some time afterward the French-Canadian trapper and fur trader, Charbonneau bought Sacajawea and her companion, Otter Woman, as wives. When her husband joined the expedition at Fort Mandan in the Dakotas, Sacajawea was about 16 years old and pregnant.

Weekly Sports Trivia Answer What traditional “picnic sport” was once an ofﬁcial Olympic sport?

1939 HA Selmer Trumpet $750 OBO. 687-1087 Chest freezer 21 cu. ft. commercial heavy duty. $300. Call 307-696-3869 Large Underground Tank. 307-680-8838

Fuel

Large and Small Band Saws call for info. 307-680-8838 18v Dewalt tools - sawzall, hammer drill, one battery and one charger. $150 obo. call (307)299-1382 Exterior door with window, interior light ﬁxtures, and computer supplies. E-mail Corsair115@yahoo.com “As the economy worsens, don’t rely on government... rely on us to sell or trade. $0.25 per word per week. Stop in or go to www. CampbellCountyObserver. net. Refrigerator (white) Great condition $100 307-2995918 Blue Dual Reclining Sofa. Good shape $100 Call 6802982. Can text photo if you like. Spyder Semi-auto paint ball gun. cal..68 Special Edition. Only used twice! New $300 For you $175 plus two canisters. Call 680-1302 If you are interested in purchasing Nutrient Rich Ranch Raised Beef grown locally, call 307-340-1108. Great Jerky http://www.rberlinger.jerkydirect.com/

6x10 trailer. Great shape, ﬁts your biggest Harley. $1,400 obo. 299-4967.

WILL PAY CASH FOR CAMPERS. Call Scott (307) 680-0854.

Home For Sale By Owner

For sale: whirlpool refrigerator, brand new patio propane heater, still in box Cabela’s shower tent, large dining room dark blue/red rooster rug, 10” wet tile saw, treadmill. Call 682-6353. Kojac series One, two and three dvd $65.00 $98 value 307 - 670 - 1887 Two place aluminum snowmobile trailer. $1,600. 307689-0202

Tug-of-War

The origins of tug of war are uncertain, but it is beyond dispute that this once royal sport was practiced in ancient Egypt and China, where it was held in legend that the Sun and Moon played Tug of War over the light and darkness. The sport was part of the Olympic Games from 1900 until 1920, but has not been included since. The sport is contested in the World Games. The Tug of War International Federation (TWIF), organises World Championships for nation teams biannually, for both indoor and outdoor contests, and a similar competition for club teams.

Joke of the week Submitted by J. Mansell I was visiting my granddaughter last night when I asked if I could borrow a newspaper. “This is the 21st century,” she said. We don’t waste money on newspapers. Here, use my iPad.” I can tell you this. That ﬂy never knew what hit him...

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Our Roots

Campbell County Observer

August 30 - September 6, 2013

Civil War By Mike Borda

uring the Civil War, we all know that the lines were clearly drawn. The northern states became part of the Union forces, and the southern states comprised the Confederacy. However, in reality it was not so clear. Some regions of the country were divided, even apathetic. One such region became our 35th state during the height of the war. That state is West Virginia. The Appalachian region of the country, known then only the western area of the State of Virginia, was not heavily populated during the 1860’s. Small pockets of people existed deep in the mountains, and along some major trail routes. However, those people had never shown deep loyalty to the American government. Instead, they preferred to stay autonomous, and out of sight of politics. When the Civil War began in 1861, both sides

set their sights on this noncommitted region. The Confederacy acted ﬁrst, in what would come to be called the Romney Expedition. Major General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson took troops to Romney, Virginia, and began traveling throughout western Virginia trying to assert their control. There were several small battles during this operation, as Union forces were unwilling to concede this land to the Confederacy. The Union won most of these battles, pushing the southern forces nearly out of the region. Oddly enough, though the local people had not been

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eager to participate in the war, many began ﬁghting on their own accord. Some joined the Union forces, some the Confederacy, and others fought whoever happened to wander into their territory. By 1863, halfway through the war, the southern troops had mostly moved on from the territory. The war was not being won quickly as they had thought at the onset, and they did not have the manpower to commit to this area. It was simply not as strategically important. The West Virginians, however, were not done with the war yet.

During the ﬁnal years of the war, both sides looked to drafts in order to acquire more troops. The Confederacy had instituted a draft in southern West Virginia in 1862, although they could not get many men to participate. The Union army also attempted to draft men from the region during that time, and similarly could not get many volunteers. However, they tried again in 1865, this time taking troops regardless of which side they had joined previously. In all, the number of West Virginian troops for both sides were about equal. When the Civil War ended

on April 9, 1865, West Virginia had become a state and the citizens went back to being their normal independent selves. However, the impact of the war was not forgotten. West Virginia did not ally its views with its neighbor Virginia, and several border disputes ensued. West Virginia presents a

very unique view of the Civil War. Sitting on the border of the Union and Confederacy, it exemplified the kind of brother-on-brother fighting that was seen throughout the war. West Virginians showed the depth of the conflict and in the end came out stronger than they had gone in.

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