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Wyoming Maintains Highest Credit Rating
Glenrock Fire Department Recognized for 35 Years of Continuous Giving Erica Caves (TBC)
Glenrock's Fire Department was recently recognized for 35 years of continuous giving. The fire hall helps to provide toys to needy children around the town of Glenrock. They do not want a child to go without getting a toy for Christmas. They get the names of the children off of the giving tree located at Hardware Hanks. The award is for the years 1977 through 2012.
Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services (S&P) announced that Wyoming will continue to receive a AAA rating, the highest credit rating possible. S&P said the outlook for Wyoming is stable and that its financial management practices are rated as ‘Good.’ S&P made note of several points: • The state's economic strength in recent years, with above-average population growth, lower-thanaverage unemployment, and above-average income levels; • The governor's strong statutory ability to make midbiennium cuts in the event of revenue shortfalls; • Regular consensus revenue forecasting; • Wyoming's maintenance of large general fund balances; • The existence of a permanent fund, whose interest earnings are available for general fund expenditures; and • Low overall debt and other postemployment benefit (OPEB) liabilities, and a moderate pension liability. Governor Matt Mead responded to the news saying, “Standard & Poor’s recognized Wyoming’s financial stability when it increased the state’s credit rating in May of 2011. The significance of receiving that increase and its affirmation now show Wyoming is in a very sound position and that we are a good place for companies to invest.” State Treasurer, Mark Gordon, received the news from S&P. He said, “It is good for our state to be recognized for its fiscal discipline. It is a tribute to leadership, to the diverse and balancing parts of our economy that have contributed to its stability, and most especially to the Wyoming spirit of living within our means. This rating is important as it signals to investors how safe and solid investments in Wyoming, its municipalities, counties, and schools are.”
A boom in domestic oil drilling has helped lower U.S. gasoline prices, though the steepest drops have missed California commuters, Midwestern farmers and even New York commodities traders who know all about oil and gasoline pricing.
Hawaii had the most expensive price ($4.13) on Friday followed by California (tied with New York at $3.82).
You have to be in the Rocky Mountains to see the lowest prices — ideally in Casper, the Wyoming city of 56,000 people where gas costs $1 less than what many drivers on the East and West coasts are paying. At $2.69 a gallon for regular, Casper had the lowest prices of any city on Friday, according to AAA. Meanwhile, drivers in Montana, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico enjoyed gasoline prices at least 33 cents below the national average of $3.46. The reason? Cheap Canadian tar sands oil and oil from North Dakota's booming Bakken shale are pooling in the Rockies because there isn't enough pipeline capacity to export enough of it to drive down prices elsewhere. U.S. pipelines generally were built to carry oil from the coasts inland, not the other way, said Michael Green, an AAA gasoline price specialist. "You have all of these supplies that are building up as well, and they're trapped in the region," Green said. As a result, refineries in the Rockies region are scoring good deals on oil and processing it to be sold at lower prices at the pump. That doesn't do much good for, say, a Vermont maple syrup producer who might soon be looking to ship from the state with the seventhhighest gasoline prices ($3.66 a gallon) to Connecticut (fifth-highest, $3.79) or New York (second-
All of that was OK with Pete Hitch as he recently topped off his SUV for $2.60 a gallon at a Cheyenne truck stop. Hitch was headed from his home in Montana (secondcheapest on Friday, at $3.01) across Wyoming (cheapest, $2.92) to Colorado (fourth-cheapest, $3.114, after Utah, $3.112). "When I'm heading to Colorado, I buy all my gas here because it's cheaper," said Hitch, of Hobson, Mont. Earlier, he had filled up for $2.45 a gallon in Casper. About 10 miles south of Cheyenne, in Colorado, he faced prices somewhat higher because of higher fuel taxes. Low to moderate fuel taxes in Rocky Mountain states are part of the equation. Wyoming's gasoline taxes are second-lowest in the country at 32.4 cents, according to the American Petroleum Institute. New York has the highest gasoline taxes (69 cents), followed by California (67.1 cents). California also has specially blended — and pricier — gasoline. While the Rockies aren't exactly awash in oil, the region's relative abundance has an effect, said Jim Ritterbusch, president of energy consulting firm Ritterbusch and Associates in Galena, Ill. "There's pipeline construction going on all over the place trying to get that crude moved out of North Dakota," he said. "Most of the interest has been eastward toward the Midwest and trying to get that stuff toward the East Coast." Proposed projects such as Calgary-based TransCanada's 1,700mile Keystone XL pipeline, which
Two days after being stripped of most of her official duties, state Superintendent of Public Instruction Cindy Hill announced she will run for governor in 2014. "I believe our state could actually listen to our people, and I don't think that they're being listened to right now," Hill said Thursday.
We thank our local fireman and women for all that they do, and thank them for going outside of their call of duty to also help the great kids in Glenrock and Rolling Hills.
Mead hasn't announced his election intentions for 2014.
Oil Bottleneck Gives Rockies Cheaper Gasoline highest, $3.82).
Bob Moen (AP)
The award was delivered by Sharon Kemp and presented to Glenrock Volunteer Firefighter Hummer Wicket, honoring the four generations of Hummer's family that have been involved in continuously giving to the community.
- Photo at left: Hummer Wickett holding the GFD well deserved award.
Mead Gruver, Associated Press
Hill Announces Gubernatorial Run for Wyoming in 2014 Gov Mead Responds
Both Hill and Gov. Matt Mead are Republicans.
"With the Legislature in session, with the urgent needs of the Department of Education, Gov. Mead does not feel this is the time to launch a campaign for an election that is roughly two years away," Renny MacKay, the governor's spokesman, said in a statement.
could carry Canadian and potentially North Dakota oil to Gulf Coast refineries, could have a big effect on U.S. oil supplies, he said. Environmental groups oppose Keystone and the project is under review by the State Department.
Hill announced her intentions on Cheyenne radio station KGAB (http://bit.ly/11mnT2C ) Thursday, two days after Mead had signed into law legislation stripping Hill of most of her power as state superintendent.
"It's all a slow-moving process," he said. "But it's all good. We are becoming a big producer of crude oil again."
Hill has filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the law.
In just six years, North Dakota rose from the No. 9 oil-producing state to No. 2, behind only Texas. North Dakota now accounts for about 12 percent of U.S. oil production, up from 1 percent five years ago. Horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing — blasting water, sand and chemicals down wells to split open deposits — made it possible. Much of North Dakota's oil has to be shipped elsewhere by rail because of the tight pipeline. There is upward pressure on gas prices. Nationwide, including in the Rockies, gasoline prices are up slightly for the first time since last summer amid higher global oil prices driven by rising global demand, analysts said. Meanwhile, unpredictable events overseas and closer to home — such as last summer's California refinery fire and pipeline shutdown that drove prices close to $5 in parts of that state — could drive up prices. Hitch said he's not one to let high gasoline prices interfere with his travel plans. "I keep an eye on it, but it doesn't slow me down, where I'm going or anything," he said. His sister in California feels a bit more strongly. "She complains about it being over $4 most of the time," Hitch said. "It's nice to be in a place where it's cheap."
Hill was elected superintendent in 2010 after beating incumbent Republican Jim McBride in the primary. But in the first two years of her four-year term, Hill has clashed with state lawmakers and others over how she was running a department with a $1.9 billion two-year budget and 150 employees. She has been accused of improperly spending state money on programs not authorized by the Legislature and hindering legislative education reform efforts to better prepare Wyoming students for college and careers. Hill has defended her admin-
State Superintendant of Public Instruction Cindy Hill - wyo. gov
istration of the agency and denied obstructing education reform laws. Legislation replacing Hill as head of the Education Department with a director appointed by the governor sped through the Legislature last month and was signed by Mead on Tuesday. As required by the law, Mead appointed an interim director to immediately take over supervision of the department until a permanent director can be appointed later this year. Hill maintains the Legislature overstepped its authority and negated the votes cast in the 2010 election by passing the law. Under the new law, the superintendent will remain a statewide elected officer whose duties include serving on various boards and commissions — some dealing with education issues and others with issues such as state land use. Hill said Thursday that people have been encouraging her for some time, but especially in the last few weeks, to consider running for governor. The new law shows what happens when a few powerful legislators and the governor don't listen to the state's citizens, she said. "I think we need someone in the governor's office who is willing to stand up," she said.
US Rig Count Up By 11 Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs actively exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by 11 this week to 1,764. The Houston-based company said in its weekly report Friday that 1,332 rigs were exploring for oil and 428 for gas. Four were listed as miscellaneous. A year ago, Baker Hughes counted 1,997 working rigs. Of the major oil- and gas-producing states, Texas gained seven rigs, Oklahoma six, Alaska and
California gained three and North Dakota two. Louisiana lost three rigs, while Arkansas, Pennsylvania and Wyoming each lost one. The count in Colorado, New Mexico and West Virginia was unchanged. The rig count peaked at 4,530 in 1981 and bottomed at 488 in 1999.
Community Message Board
A Big Day for Casper PD and Casper Police Officer from Rolling Hills
Erica Caves (TBC) In our small knit community we are very fortunate to have so many thoughtful people. One organization that Glenrock is very thankful for is the Boys and Girls Club. A safe place kids can go after school, a place where they can do all sorts of activities. It is a great place for the kids in the community and it’s about to get a whole lot better.
American Legion Jessie Martin Post # 9
American Legion Jessie Martin Post # 9 is a non-profit organization in Glenrock. They can be reached at #307-436-4908 or m1f1w111@ yahoo.com
American Red Cross
American Red Cross has a local office located in Casper WY. They are located at 318 West “B” Street and can be reached at #307-2378436, Fax#307-265-0324, or emailed to wilkinsonh@usa.redcross. org. Their web page is www.wyomingredcross.org. Like them on Facebook.
Glenrock Library News
Love My Library Week is February 11-16. Show how much you love your library by stopping in and saying hi! While you’re here, enjoy a cookie or two!! Refreshments will be served to show our appreciation! The Library Foundation Board Raffle is still going! Come in and see the items that are being raffled. Tickets are $1.00 for one or $6.00 for five. The drawing will be held February 16 at 5:00 pm.
Casper Police Officer Brad Mueller in his new cruiser. Photo © The Bird Central - Erica Caves.
Erica Caves (TBC)
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For Read Me A Story: February 2- February 9: Go to Sleep Groundhog by Judy Cox. February 9- February a6: The Valentine Bears by Eve Bunting. Pick up the phone and dial 4362353 to listen to a great story!!
Friday, January 11, 2013 was a very significant day according to Police Chief Chris Walsh. It was the day that the largest police vehicle issue was being distributed to several Casper Police Officers.
We’re on the web at http:wyldweb.state.wy.us/glen or at www.conversecountylibrary.org. Our phone number is 436-2573. Fax number is 436-8525. Be sure to “friend” us on Facebook!! Just look up Glenrock Library. Check out the 3m Cloud audio library at: gowyld.net/econtent. Use your card to login!
The Casper Police department has participated in a program called One to One, a program that issues new police cars to officers. On Friday, 15 new cars were issued to 15 police officers. This was the largest distribution of cars for the Casper PD. Usually the cars are distributed to Officers one at a time.. After this distribution, there will be approximately 20 cars left to be distributed to other Casper officers.
Both cars and SUV’s were distributed amongst the 15 lucky officers, and according to Chief Walsh having more police cars out and about is going to be great for Casper. “The officers will be able to drive these cars home. That way they will be seen all over Casper. The increased visibility of the cars will increase awareness. It has the potential to provide a safer feeling in Casper.” stated Walsh.
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Community Baptist Church, 301 S 2nd St, Glenrock, Regular Information: Worship service 10:30 AM Sundays, nursery provided. Sunday School 9:00 AM. Every month: open communion first Sunday, potluck last Sunday at noon. Info: 436-9091. Church of Christ, acappella, 420 S 2nd St - worship service communion 10:00, sermon 10:15 Sundays; Bible study Wed, 6 PM.
Swimmers of all ages and skill levels are welcome. For more information About the CC Waves please contact new Converse County Waves contact Coach Naomi Harris at 307-351-2907.
Arctic Oilfield Makes a Very Generous Donation
Meetings in Glenrock Where: The Senior Center East Door (thrift store entrance.) When: Monday nights from 7pm - 8pm
ary 2 – 9: Go to Sleep Groundhog by Judy Cox. February 9 - February 16: The Valentine Bears by Eve Bunting. Pick up the phone and dial 436-2353 to listen to a great story!!
The Converse County Waves Swim Club will resume practices in Glenrock on Monday February 4th. Practice times will be Monday and Wednesday at the Community Recreation Center Pool from 5:30 to 7:00.
The Town of Rolling Hills - Where the deer and Antelope really do play! If you haven’t done so already, check out the Town of Rolling Hills great website. Chock full of information so be sure and check it out: www.rollinghillswy.org
Konnichiwa!! Hello in Japanese from the library! Visit our Mango Foreign Language database on line. There are over 80 languages to choose from. Learn from the comfort of your own home. This database comes to us courtesy of the state library and it’s free!! Come in and find out how to get connected.
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The project costs nearly 2.3 million dollars. But the police department looks at it as more of an investment, and investing in your community is always good. The program is said to eventually pay itself off. Because the vehicles are much more efficient they will save money on gas. 79 automoblies saving on gas everyday really adds up fast. They also anticipate that they will not have to spend as much money to maintain and repair these newer cars.
Casper Police Officer Brad Mueller, a resident of Rolling Hills/Glenrock, was an officer that received one of the new cars. “This is going to make getting a patrol ready much easier.” stated Mueller.
The Casper Police Department is very excited about these new vehicles, and even more excited to get them all out into the community to better serve Casper.
Officer Mueller will be the only officer using this car. That means that in a hurry it will be much more efficient. He will not have to worry about little things such as fixing his mirrors, moving the seat, and making sure all of his equipment is in the car and ready to go. He also said, “Since I am the only one using this car, it makes it easier to know more about this vehicle, and if anything might be going wrong with
The very generous people at Arctic Oilfield Services donated 5,000 dollars to the Boys and Girls Club. The money was very greatly appreciated and is being used to buy new things for the Club. Kay Taylor said that the donation of 5,000 dollars’ worth of Wal-Mart gift cards will go so far for the club. In just one day she bought four new computers and many other fun things for the club. “I just
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 939 W Birch St Regular Info: worship service with communion 8:30 AM Sundays, children's Sunday School after service; Bible study Mon 7 PM, 10 AM Wed.
Jill Ailport, from Arctic Oilfield Service, said "the lord has blessed us and we wanted to pass that on.” They are thankful that they have the opportunity to help others, and especially support the young kids of the community. They look to continue helping the kids and they are also looking into helping the senior center. Once again our small community steps up to help each other out. Arctic Oilfield has gone above and beyond, and for that many people around the community are thankful, particularly the kids and staff of the Boys and Girls Club.
Concrete Work to Start Around Middle School The school district is in the planning stages of replacing some of the concrete around the outside of the Intermediate/Middle School this summer. The areas that we are looking to replace are along 3rd Street between Grove and Fir Streets. There are several sections of sidewalk that have failed and present tripping hazards to students, staff and community members. The current retaining wall on 3rd Street, between Grove and Fir Streets, has sections that are being pushed out by the cottonwood trees between the retaining wall and sidewalk. In some cases, the base of the trees is right up against the retaining wall. In order to save these trees around the school, the school district has been working with officials from the Town of Glenrock to move the current concrete retaining wall out 5 feet towards 3rd Street. Moving the retaining wall out 5 feet will allow the school district to save these trees. The school district will slope the area between the trees and the street and reduce the height of the retaining wall. Moving the retaining wall will also help reduce the amount of slope in the driveway between the north end of the building and the play field. Many delivery trucks
Assembly of God, 201 N 3rd St - 10:00 Sundays.
want to express what a difference people like that (Arctic Oilfield Services) make in the club and for the kids of Glenrock,” said a very grateful Kay Taylor.
can’t drive up this driveway because the slope is too steep and they drag bottom. Currently, the Town of Glenrock can’t get their garbage truck up that slope due to the steepness of the slope. A new 5 foot wide sidewalk would be installed between Grove and Fir Streets along 3rd Street. The school district will replace and redesign the current steps leading into the main entrance of the building along 3rd Street. The school district is looking at ways to limit parking around the front doors of 3rd Street to create a safer student drop off area for parents. This would be the first phase of the concrete work around GIMS. The school district is splitting this project into different phases due to the expense and the amount of concrete work that needs to occur. The second phase would occur the year after. Phase II would involve replacement of the sidewalk that has failed and redesigning new entry points onto the playfield. The school district will pay for all of this work out of our major maintenance account. This is money that the State of Wyoming gives all school districts to complete maintenance projects. CNV SD #2 Website.
Church of the Resurrection, 506 W Birch St - worship service 8:30 AM Sundays. St. Louis Catholic Church, 601 S 5th St: Regular Information: Mass Sat 5:30 PM, Sunday 9 AM and 7 PM. For more information, call 436-9529 Glenrock Baptist Church, a Bible-believing New Testament Church, 125 N 7th St - Sunday Bible study 9:45 AM, Sunday morning service 11 AM, Sunday potluck 12:30 PM, Sunday afternoon service 2 PM, Wed evening service 7 PM. Les Potter, 315-3218. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 219 Lookout Dr, 436-2217. Sacrament meeting, Sunday, 9:00 AM. Visitors welcome. Sunday School, 10:10. Glenrock First Southern Baptist Chapel, 485 E Birch St, 251-6688. Sunday services 10:45 AM and 6:00 PM; Sunday School 9:30 AM; youth at Boys and Girls Club 5:30 PM. Tuesday Men's Bible Study at Rec Center 6:30 PM. Wed service 7:00 PM. Christ Episcopal Church, 415 W Cedar St, 436-8804; Summer schedule: Sunday worship service with communion, 10:45; NO Bible study or Sunday School. Sunday Service for Christ Episcopal Church 9:30 AM with Sunday School convening at the same time. Confirmation classes are being held after the service.
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Sheriff’s Office to Host Stewards of Children Class Sheriff Department to Hold Feb 20 Class To Prevent Child Sexual Abuse - read for more info: Stewards Of Children, presented by the Converse County Sheriff's Department, is a class on the prevention of child sexual abuse. Stewards of Children is the only nationally available program scientifically proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes and change child-protective behaviors. This revolutionary program is for any responsible adult who cares about the welfare of children. It is also appropriate for youth-serving organizations. Topics covered in class: • Facts about the problem of child sexual abuse. • The types of situations in which child sexual abuse might occur. • Simple, effective strategies for protecting children from sexual abuse. • The importance of talking about the prevention of sexual abuse with children and other adults. • Recognizing the signs of sexual abuse and proper reporting. The CCSO has already provided several successful classes for both Glenrock and Douglas and will continue the classes as long as it takes to get everyone involved. This is about protecting the children in our communities. Please sign up today for the next class which will be held on Wednesday, February 20th at 5:30pm, Douglas, in the basement of the courthouse. You can sign up for the Feb 20 class by calling the Sheriff Department at 307-358-4700 or by emailing Deputy Peach bkp@sheriff.conversecounty.
org or Deputy Tiensvold -sjt@ sheriff.conversecounty.org. A March class for Glenrock is yet to be scheduled for those who wish to attend in Glenrock. We will keep you posted on that date. The Converse County Sheriff’s Office wants you to be aware that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually abused by the time they are 18 years old. The Converse County Sheriff’s Office has sent three deputies to be trained by the Darkness to Light organization to be facilitators for the Stewards of Children program. This program promotes awareness of child sexual abuse within a community and teaches interested adults how to guard against, recognize and properly react to child sexual abuse. Thus the Converse County Sheriff’s Office can both offer individuals and organizations this 3 hour training course. The cost of the course is $10 per individual, as the Converse County Sheriff’s Office must purchase the student interactive work books, required to teach the class, from Darkness to Light at $10 per book. http://www.conversesheriff. info/stewards-of-children/
Testimonies from those who have attended this class in the recent past. I thought the class was fantastic. The information and discussion about the signs of sexual abuse wasvery helpful. I especially like the idea of coming together as a community to protect our children. Law enforcement typically intervenes after a child has been harmed, but this approach focuses on changes we
can make in our community to reduce a predator's access to children. Amy Guenther School Social Worker Grant Elementary School Glenrock, WY -----------------------------------I attended the Stewards of Children workshop back in October and I can tell everyone it was well worth my time. This workshop is a must for anyone who works with children; doesn't matter what age. Keep in mind that most kids that are sexually assaulted/abused do NOT self-report; they become programmed not to. This workshop puts a strong emphasis on prevention but also addresses the signs and characteristics of those kids that have been victimized. The prevention phase of this program is probably the most important and helpful. You leave this workshop with specific things you can tell your own children to help keep them safe from predators. This is a difficult topic to discuss with our kids, but the tips and suggestions from this workshop will make it easier. I believe the Converse County Sheriff's Office is hoping for a training in Glenrock some time in March. This is a great workshop for school personnel, parents/guardians, medical and mental health professionals, and any community members with an investment in children. Mark Allington Glenrock -----------------------------------An eye opening class on child sexual abuse. From videos & open discussion, it was very informative. I wish everyone would attend one of these classes. - Patty Hiser
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The old story about stone soup by an unknown writer always comes to my mind this time of year. You know the one, a stranger comes into town and begins boiling a big pot of water - then adds stones. Everyone watching him in the middle of the town square can see him drop the stones into the pot - one at a time.
As young people in the military, we moved a pile of stones from here to there - with no rhyme or reason. We were simply told to do it. And we did. We had no choice. We longed for freedom again, but this exercise, though it felt futile, taught us about being a servant. To do what you're told, simply because someone else had the authority.As adults, we buy stones. But now, we have them set in rings or necklaces. Carat, Clarity, Color, Cut - the "Four Cs." We no longer pick them up to throw them across a pond, or hit with a stick. We've already been successful at getting someone to respond to the ping on the window glass - if we are researching the "Four Cs."
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- the last stone... As people gathered around to watch, he mentioned how much better it would be with a vegetable or two. Neighbors, one after another, donate something to the pot. Soon the stone soup becomes a meal. A cooperative group of people pulling together to turn a pot of boiling water and a couple of stones into a soup for the community. A lesson we could all learn. Stones have always played a part in our lives. As children we skipped them across ponds. A nice flat one was the premium choice. A sideways pitch, counting the times it skidded across the top of the water was healthy and fun competition for boys and girls. Children get to throw rocks and nothing gets broken - usually. Stones served as a substitute for a missing baseball during our elementary years. Stickball - a stick and a stone were all we needed for a pickup game in a field - or the street. Sometimes larger rocks served as bases or home plate. Middle school - a rock polisher was the one thing we had to have for Christmas. The noise of a stone turning in the chamber was obnoxious to parents, but a rhythmic sound for us. The rocks never really got all that polished, but parents would oooh and ahhh just the same, silently hoping that we had gotten it out of our system and would move on to another activity - a quiet one.
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TJ Casey is a singer/ songwriter, storyteller, composer and entertainer. He was raised up on ranches in Wyoming and Montana and now teaches the "Code of the West" and poetry to students all across America. Check him out at: www.tjcasey.net.
I sit and watch a magpie fly high up in a pine. Then I hear the cold wind sigh; through the power line.
A toast, we raise our glasses high; a water glass of wine. I chug it down with teary eye; in one second less than nine.
Snow starts falling from the sky; feather like and fine. Winter time has not passed by; your place, nor not mine.
Then I grab a flask of Rye and to my mouth align. I should have eaten mincemeat pie and the stout stuff then decline.
I see the mountains way up high; they’re yours, they’re ours, they’re mine. To the top, I’ve gotta try; I’ll perch up there and dine.
Now I’m drunker than a spy; who stole some bomb designs. Stinkin’ like a sow’s pig sty; I messed my Calvin Kleins.
I hear a lonesome coyote cry; I hate to hear them whine. The moon is orange, I wonder why. What makes the darn thing shine? Across the field, why did she die; One of my big bovine? Old I guess, and she was dry; a t-bone steak divine.
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As teenagers, we are likely to have pitched one (or two) at a bedroom window to let someone know we were waiting outside. Our heart hanging in the balance. Would she pull back the curtains and motion that she was coming to the door? As the rocks pinged against the glass, we hunkered down - waiting for an invitation... Driving a car was much more fun when we skidded the tires through the rocks and sent them flying up from the back tires. Of course, this was before front wheel drive. Feeling the back end of the car slide around and hearing the
We don't need to use them to validate our love, but we do just that. Jewelry advertisements have taken their toll. "Diamonds are a girl's best friend" has become a subconscious mantra - we can't help but get on board. We succumb to a societal norm that tells us we must buy them. And we must buy the biggest one we can afford. Oh - If you can't afford it, finance it. Class rings, birthstone rings, promise rings, engagement rings - there are plenty of reasons to buy them. Yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver, titanium - sometimes the metal is merely an afterthought. You know that it is 18K gold, after all, it is stamped inside the band - but what others see and what your loved one displays is the stone. The beauty is in the stone - the perceived value is in the size. Stones... A testament to our love for one another. Stones... "The stones will cry out" personified in Scripture. *** One stone. One large stone. Unpolished, raw, jagged and dirty One large stone. Rolled away. A testament to His love for us. *** We don't think about stones very much, maybe we should.
Desperately I really try; to remove me from some splines. I’m feeling young, I’m feeling spry; I fall into the vines. It hurts so bad I start to cry; I’m tangled in the twines. All because I watched a magpie fly; high up in the pine.
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Robert Henry “Hank” Howell Funeral services for Robert Henry “Hank” Howell, 54, will be held at 3:00 P.M. Monday, February 4, 2013 at the Gorman Funeral Homes – Converse Chapel in Douglas, Wyoming with Reverend Echo Klaproth officiating. Hank Howell died at his home in Douglas on Saturday, January 26, 2013. Hank was born September 11, 1958 in Camden, Arkansas the son of John William James and Glenda Mae (Mayer) Howell. As a young boy his family moved to Wyoming and he resided in Casper, Glenrock, and Douglas. He was a multitasker working on ranches, farms, computers, roofing, in restaurants, landscaping, and mechanical work. He was employed at the Nine Mile Ranch with Floyd Moore at the time of his death.
He enjoyed woodworking, computers, shooting, sightseeing with his camera, and politics. He is survived by his brother, Danny (Shelia Reifal) Howell of Rawlins, Wyoming; stepsisters, Katie Howell and Karen Howell both of Arkansas; nephew, Cody Patterson; and niece, Misty Patterson. Hank was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, John Howell, Linda Patterson, and Byron Smethurst. The Gorman Funeral Homes – Converse Chapel of Douglas, Wyoming is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.gormanfh.com
Germaine (Robinson)Birkle A funeral liturgy for Germaine Birkle, 92, will be held at 3:00 P.M. Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wheatland, Wyoming with Father Tom Kadera officiating. Germaine died Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at the Platte County Memorial Nursing Home in Wheatland of natural causes. She was born November 3, 1920 in Keeline, Wyoming, the daughter of Vernard Frances and Emma Marie (Kuiper) Robinson. Germaine was raised on the Muddy Flats and attended school in Meadow Dale. Germaine married David Birkle on February 8, 1944 in Fort Dix, New Jersey. She was an Army bride raising her kids, and all the nieces and nephews. At harvest time she would drive truck. She is the last of her family. She loved to fish with her family and play pinochle. She is survived by her children,
Funeral services for “Cactus” Bryant McCleary were held on Tuesday January 22, 2013 at 10am at Newcomer Funeral Home. Public visitation was at the chapel on Monday the 21st from 6 to 7pm. Burial was at Glenrock Cemetery following the service. Cactus passed away on Wednesday the 16th in the comfort of his own home. He was born in Casper on October 20, 1921 to Marion “Mike” and Lena (Brooks) McCleary. Cactus was raised on the Banner Ranch. Growing up he attended the little red school house. His sisters and he would ride their horses to get to class every day. In ninth grade he had to move to Casper for high school, attending NC,
Eugene (Mary Ann) Birkle of Wheatland, Amelia (Harold) Black of Fort Mojave, Arizona, and Rodney (Arlene) Birkle of Wheatland; a niece that they raised, Anna (Bruce) Reid of Missoula, Montana; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-two great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, David on July 5, 2009; and all of her siblings. A memorial to the benefit of Germaine Birkle in care of Bank of the West, 611Ninth Street Wheatland, Wyoming 82201 would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Gorman Funeral Homes – Platte Chapel of Wheatland. Condolences may be left for the family at www.gormanfh.com
Obituaries Susan Lynn Case Funeral services for Susan Lynn Case, 55, were held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, February 2, 2013 at the First United Methodist Church in Douglas, Wyoming with Reverend Donnie Holt officiating. Inurnment will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Susan Case died at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, Wyoming on Monday, January 28, 2013. Susan was born August 14, 1957 in Bitburg, Germany to Patty J. (Gibson) and Marvin C. Loveless. One of nine children born into a career Air Force Family, Susan traveled extensively in her youth. She moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado in 1958, where she began to put down her roots. The family subsequently moved to Anchorage, Alaska in 1967, returned to Colorado Springs in 1970, then moved on to Washington, D.C. She attended high school in Montgomery, Alabama, returning again to Colorado Springs in 1974. She graduated from Bennett Hill Academy in Colorado Springs in 1975. She married and started her own family with daughter Kelly born in 1976, son Keith in 1978, and daughter Carlene “Carlie” in 1992. The family moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming in 1987, and later to Green River, Wyoming in 1997. She was a devoted mother and was extremely proud of and loved to talk about her children and grandchildren. She has resided in Douglas since 1999. She attended and received an associate degree in 2000 from Eastern Wyoming College in Douglas. She was married to Alan Wendell Case on September 8, 2001. Her working career included being a dispatcher for law enforcement in Sweetwater County, Wyoming and in Douglas she worked at Eastern Wyoming Mental Health, Jubilee House, and at city hall in the administration office. She enjoyed writing, drawing, painting, singing, dancing, and raising Labradors. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Susan experienced tragedy and
rededicated herself to helping others with various social and substance abuse problems. Living in Douglas she continued her formal education in Social Service, eventually serving as a counselor at the Jubilee House and as a guest speaker for state agencies, high schools, and various other forums throughout Wyoming. Susan is survived by her husband, Alan Case, of Douglas; children, Kelly Mines (Phillip Mines) of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Keith Baggett of Douglas; stepchildren, Steven Case of Fort Mills, South Carolina, Christy Pederson and Andrew Case both of Casper; Wyoming; siblings, Sharron Canelos of New Truxton, Missouri, Kenneth Loveless, David Loveless, Stephen Loveless all of Colorado Springs, and Vanessa Loveless of Denver, Colorado; grandchildren, Colten Ratti, Kanden Mines, Kresten Mines, David Catron, Benjamin Case, Faith Pederson, and Lane Pederson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Susan was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Carlie McDonald; and siblings, Charles Loveless, Mark Loveless, and Patricia Clayton. A memorial to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 841125, Dallas, Texas 75284-1125 would be appreciated by the family. The Gorman Funeral Homes – Converse Chapel of Douglas, Wyoming was in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.gormanfh.com
“Cactus” Bryant McCleary and he boarded at the Hemry Home. Anyone who knew him at all never called him Bryant. At some point in high school he picked up the name Cactus and it stuck. Cactus also took up biking, owning two Harleys. He learned to ride them while tending cow camp before terrorizing Glenrock. Cactus attended UW before going back home during WWII to help on the ranch. He was in the process of being drafted but the war came to a close. After that he never left the ranch where he put his blood, sweat, and tears into the life he loved. Ranching was his passion; he liked good horses and his Herford cattle. He worked alongside his family using his 4 wheeler for
his legs until he was 90, and then continued to guide us with his early morning sourdough pancakes and coffee. Over the years, he played in several bands. The most memorable one was the Whiskey Mountain Four. Cactus was a talented musician, where he played at many a dance hall from Glenrock to the Shirley Basin. He also rode broncs in many rodeos throughout Wyoming in his younger years. In his short stint at UW, he helped found the Rodeo Team. Later he took up flying. He could check the ranch out in short order in his Cessna. Cactus flew his family all over to enjoy Flying Farmer Fly-ins and even flew Barb to Canada for a convention. It was a terribly sad
Sunday February 03, 2013
Gerald Louis “Gerry” Ferracone A funeral liturgy for Gerald Louis “Gerry” Ferracone, 94, will be held Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. at the Saint Patrick Catholic Church in Wheatland, Wyoming with Father Tom Kadera as the celebrate. A Vigil for the Deceased will be held at 7:00 P.M. Friday, February 8, 2013 at the Saint Patrick Catholic Church. Inurnment will be in the Wheatland Cemetery. Gerry Ferracone a resident of Wheatland died Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at his home. Gerry was born November 18, 1918 in San Francisco, California the son of Louis and Rose (Cassalini) Ferracone. Gerry lived in San Francisco until the age of five at which time his family moved to Los Angeles, California. He graduated high school from Los Angeles High School in 1937. Gerry married Marilyn Sylvester on December 10, 1971. They moved to Wheatland in July of 1992. Gerry was very involved with the Wheatland community. Gerry is survived by his wife,
Marilyn Ferracone of Wheatland; children, Donna Ferracone of Redlands, California, Gabriella “GG” Almsted of Huntington Beach, California, Louis “Pete” Ferracone of Tustin, California, Charles “Tony” Ferracone of Escondido, California, and Angela Georgiou of Crystal Lake, Illinois; step-son, Bill Musselman of Wheatland; thirteen grandchildren; twenty six great grandchildren; and eight great-great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter, and granddaughter. A memorial to the Council of Catholic Women in care of Donna McQueen 1000 19th Street, Wheatland, Wyoming 82201 or to the choice of the donor would be appreciated by the family. The Gorman Funeral Homes – Platte Chapel of Wheatland is in charge of the arrangements.
A funeral service for Rodney Kelvin “Rod” Samson, 52, will be held Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. at the United Presbyterian Church in Guernsey, Wyoming with Reverend Elizabeth Wilson officiating. Final resting place will in the Snowy Range at a later date. Rodney Samson a resident of Guernsey passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at his home after a short illness. Rodney was born in Torrington, Wyoming on February 18, 1960 the son of Ralph & Alfrieda “Frieda” (Abold) Samson. Rodney was the owner of Rod's Tree Service. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, tinkering on equipment and trucks, being with family, friends, and his love for country music. Trees and logging were his life. There was always a smile on his face no job to small, to big, or to complicated. Rodney is survived by his two children, Kelvin and Kammy of Iowa; two granddaughters, Abby and Payten Jo of Iowa; two sisters, Geri (Ray) Stoneking of Lake Oswego, Oregon and Donna (David) Salmon of Lynnville, Tennessee; two brothers, Bill (Jenny) King of
Vancouver, Washington and Randall Samson of Cheyenne, Wyoming; two aunts, June Smith of Newcastle, Wyoming and Ruby Pitman of Seibert, Colorado; many nieces, nephews, cousins; and Rodney's soul mate and friend Terri (Shindelbower) Baker of Gillette, Wyoming. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Kenny King. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Stan Bennett, Rex Shaw, Fred Osborne, Mitch Schmidt, Dudley Barnes, Jim Blocker, Rex Goertz, Joe Norfork, and his many friends. A memorial to the Guernsey Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 702, Guernsey, Wyoming 82214 would be appreciated by the family. Rodney was not a man of funerals; he would want his family, loved ones, and friends not to mourn his passing, but to celebrate his life. The Gorman Funeral Homes – Platte Chapel of Wheatland is in charge of the arrangements.
Rodney Kelvin “Rod” Samson
David Earl Campbell day during the 70’s when he lost his medical and had to sell his plane. He was an active member of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association and the Odd Fellows Lodge for years. Through the years he supported many kids including his own in 4-H and FFA. Cactus first married Karen Hale. They had one daughter, Lynn. After divorcing, on June 1, 1961 he married Barbara Carr Svrko. Three kids came to this union; Mike, Wendy, and Shelly, as well as accepting Barb’s three children Floyd, Larry, and Sue into his family. His many grandkids and great grandkids were his pride and joy. He enjoyed hearing about all their activities and antics. Cactus would always tell them “Be good and if you can’t be good, be careful.” Cactus is survived by a sister Lenora Kirkhart and husband Everett, his sons Mike McCleary and wife Laura, Floyd Svrko and wife Lois; daughters Lynn Kouri, Wendy Benefiet and husband Dan, Shelly Trumbull and husband Monty. He had 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews and their families. Cactus was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Marian “Mick”, son Larry Svrko, daughter Sue (Svrko) Williams; grandson Monti Henderson and wife Barbara. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in his name to the Wyoming Historic Governor’s Mansion 300 East 21st Cheyenne, WY 82001 or Central Wyoming Hospice 319 South Wilson Street Casper WY. 82601. Both held special interests for Cactus.
Funeral services for David Earl Campbell, 72, were held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, January 24, 2013 at the Douglas Baptist Church, 135 Pearson Drive, in Douglas, Wyoming with Pastor Rich Cullen of the Douglas Assembly of God Church officiating. Interment will be in the Douglas Park Cemetery. David Campbell passed away in his home near Douglas on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 27, 1940 in Minneapolis, Minnesota the son of Frederick E. and Virginia E. (Hembd) Campbell. David graduated from Richfield High School in Minneapolis in 1959, and then attended North Central Bible College also in Minneapolis. There he met the only woman he ever loved, Judith Ann Nelson. They were married on November 12, 1961 in Jackson, Minnesota. He completed his studies in Pastoral Ministry at North Central Bible College in 1964, and then pastored the Assembly of God churches in Big Piney and Glenrock, Wyoming from 1964 to 1969. For the next 40 plus years, he served as an interim pastor for various Assembly of God congregations throughout the state of Wyoming. Throughout his life, he tirelessly served in whatever church he was in by showing the true servant heart of his Lord Jesus Christ – no job was too large or small. He faithfully served as a Chaplin for the Converse County Detention Center for more than 20 years. He also worked at Pacific Power and Light, the DJ Mine, and Converse County School District. His driving passion was for the Word of God, and he
had a burning desire to show the love of Jesus to the world around him. His prayers and presence will be missed by all. “Well done, thou good and faithful servant…enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.” Matthew 25:21 David is survived by his wife, Judith Campbell of Douglas; his siblings, F. William Campbell and Mary Coleman both of Colorado Springs, Colorado; his children, Heidi (Benjamin) Proffitt, of Bakersfield, California, Jody ((Kelly) Wolff of Billings, Montana, and Joshua (Kathryn) Campbell, of Laramie, Wyoming; grandchildren, Bethany (Samuel) McGehee, Brittany Clapp, Hannah (BJ) White, Abigail Proffitt, Sean Wolff, and Annlyn, David, Claryce, and Benjamin Campbell; and his great grandchildren, Coleman Spears and Danielle McGehee. David was preceded in death by his parents; daughters, Catherine Campbell, on March 1, 1965 and Kari Gentzler, on October 22, 1995; and great grandson, Joseph McGehee. Serving as pallbearers will be Benjamin Proffitt, Kelly Wolff, Sean Wolff, Kasey Dunn, Andrew Hill, and Bill Beier. A memorial to the David E. Campbell Ministry Educational Fund, P.O. Box 1033, Douglas, Wyoming 82633 would be appreciated by the family. The Gorman Funeral Homes – Converse Chapel of Douglas, Wyoming is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.gormanfh.com
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Winter Livestock Management
Avalanche Victims Bodies Recovered
gesting snow as a water source is a learned behavior so making sure animals know the behavior is important. Addressing special nutritional/ energy and water needs of livestock in the winter will help ensure optimal animal performance. Remember that preventing problems is more economical than treating them.
By Ashley Garrelts
Heifers in snow in Converse County - Photo ©The Bird Central Amanda Smith
Feeding livestock in the winter can be a chore in its own, especially those days where there is a foot of snow on the ground and the wind is howling at 45 miles per hour. Keeping livestock from feeling the effects of winter depends greatly on your feeding strategy. Livestock’s nutritional requirements, especially energy needs, increase with colder weather. If there is a wind chill this increase can be dramatic. Most researchers agree that 20-32 degrees Fahrenheit is the lowest temperature dry animals can withstand with no increase in energy needs. Energy requirements forlivestock with a healthy and dry winter coat increase by one percent for every degree the wind chill temperature falls below that 20-32 degrees. Energy can be provided to animals with roughage or ex-
tra hay. Roughage is typically the cheapest way to provide energy and actually increases body temperature during digestion. If you are unable to find a cheap source of roughage, grains can be supplemented but need to be done so in smaller feedings, twice per day. All changes in diet should be made gradually, but many times this is not feasible during a cold snap whenenergy increases are necessary. So, livestock will perform better and withstand weather changes if they have adequate body condition to use during times of need. Body condition is the fat covering that the animal possesses. It can be assessed visually in all species, however winter coats and fleeces can inhibit this process and condition may need to be assessed by handling the animal. For more information on body condition scoring your livestock
please contact your local University Extension Office. The availability of clean water is another concern for livestock producers in the winter. Many times there may be enough loose snow that livestock can use this as their primary source of water. Studies in both Canada and the United States have shown that the heat produced from feeding/grazing and metabolism is adequate enough to melt ingested snow and bring it to body temperature. However, if wind chills are low or weather is wet and cold, fresh water should be made available if at all possible to avoid over stressing the animal. Also if snow is hard and crusted over animals may have a difficult time consuming snow as a water source.
Ashley Garrelts is the Converse County Agriculture Extension Educator serving Converse, Natrona and Niobrara Counties. She can be reached at (307) 358-2417 or ashleyg@ uwyo.edu.
Authorities have recovered the bodies of two backcountry skiers who died in avalanches in western Wyoming.
Both avalanche victims were from Jackson. They were caught in small avalanches while skiing Sunday afternoon.
Officials in Grand Teton National Park say rangers on Monday recovered the body of 30-year-old Nick Gillespie from a canyon in the north end of Grand Teton.
The Jackson Hole News & Guide reports (http://bit. ly/14sWFMb) the avalanches occurred as a storm brought several inches of fresh snow to the region.
Meanwhile, in Sublette County, a search and rescue team on Monday recovered the body of 28-year-old Elizabeth "Liza" Gray Benson from the Bondurant area.
They were the first avalanche deaths in the area so far this winter.
Lactating animals cannot consume enough snow to fulfill their water need and thus should have access to fresh water. In-
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In addition to Shelly, Dr. Brian Retherford—Memorial Hospital’s Board Certified obstetrician and gynecologist— also sees patients at Oregon Trail Rural Health Clinic. Dr. Retherford is trained in a broad array of women’s reproductive health issues as well as all aspects of pregnancy healthcare. He performs yearly gynecological checks and deals with common women’s disorders such as endometriosis, infertility, urinary incontinence, and menstrual problems. Dr. Retherford also performs minimally invasive surgeries for gynecological disorders. Oregon Trail Rural Health Clinic provides quality basic medical care to the communities of Glenrock and Rolling Dr. Brian Retherford Hills. Unlike other Rural Health Clinics, Oregon Trail is part of Memorial Hospital of Converse County, one of the most trusted healthcare providers in the area. Memorial Hospital operates Oregon Trail RHC as an extension of care. The clinic is connected to the hospital by a dedicated high-speed network, and more importantly, dedicated providers who ensure their patients receive the best possible care. Our clinic, combined with some of the most respected healthcare providers in the area, creates a unique healthcare experience for Glenrock and its neighbors.
In addition to stuffy noses, sore throats, and wellness exams, the clinic staff also perform EKG’s, minor surgery procedures, women’s health services, blood tests, physicals, and much more. Shelly and her team provide healthcare services Monday thru Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM; closed over the noon hour.
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Wyo FFA Foundation Announces Scholarship Offering The Wyoming FFA Foundation, a 12-member board that works to enhance the FFA experience for 2,053 Wyoming FFA members who belong to one of over 50 Wyoming FFA chapters, is seeking applicants for its annual scholarship offering. “We at the Wyoming FFA Foundation believe it’s important to offer scholarships to graduating FFA members who’ve proven their ability to set and achieve goals and need help pursuing their college dreams,” says Becki Dale, Wyoming FFA Foundation Scholarship Chairperson. “Similarly, we offer scholarships to FFA members who are enrolled in college. We’re able to make this annual offering thanks to private donors and companies and fellow non-profit groups that support Wyoming FFA’s goals and mission.” Among this year’s offerings is the Andrea Lohr Live by Faith Scholarship. Lohr, former Kentucky FFA President and the wife of former National FFA Officer Matt Lohr, lost her battle with cancer in 2011. Amidst life’s biggest challenges Andrea maintained a positive attitude while inspiring others. Matt and Andrea Lohr touched many Wyoming lives over the years through their involvement in FFA and their talent delivering motivational speeches. Ron and Julie Rabou, friends of the Lohrs who live in Cheyenne, launched this scholarship by making an initial donation and challenging others to do the same. The scholarship will be presented to an FFA member who shares his or her story of how someone has made a positive difference in his or her life. Friends of Agriculture Industry and Recreation (F.A.I.R.) is once again partnering with the Wyoming FFA Foundation to offer a scholarship to an FFA member who has multiple years of experience exhibiting projects at the Wyoming State Fair. Applicants will be asked to share their State Fair experience. The Wyoming FFA Foundation is also gathering scholarship applications on behalf of the Wyoming Ag Business Association. The Association will present a $500 scholarship to a student continuing his or her higher education in Wyoming. With support from Encana Oil & Gas (USA) Inc., scholarships are being offered to students pursuing natural resources studies. A priority is given to those students who are enrolled or plan to enroll in the University of Wyoming Reclamation and Restoration Center. Students who take classes from the UW Reclamation and Restoration Center leave college better prepared for work reclaiming Wyoming land following a disturbance or development. Beyond the college scholarships, two entities that support Wyoming FFA are helping ensure the program’s members can attend the Washington Leadership Conference (WLC). WLC familiarizes FFA members with the nation’s capitol while helping them build their leadership skills and strive for personal growth. Tri-State Generation and Transmission and Basin Electric sponsor this offering, which will help four FFA members attend the Summer 2012 conference. A portion of the Wyoming FFA Foundation’s scholarship offering is dependent upon annual donations. If you’d like to join the effort to help Wyoming FFA members achieve their college goals please contact Jennifer Womack, Wyoming FFA Foundation Executive Director, at 307.351.0730
Union Pacific Employees Achieve Record 2012 Safety Performance Omaha, Neb., January 28, 2013 – Union Pacific Railroad's 2012 employee safety performance was the best in the company's 150-year history. Employees achieved a 1.01 reportable injury rate, surpassing the previous best of 1.15 established in 2011. From 2002-2012, Union Pacific employees improved their reportable injury rate by 58 percent. A company's reportable injury rate is the total number of injuries reportable to the Federal Railroad Administration per 200,000 worker hours, which is equivalent to 100 employees working a full year. "Our injury-rate improvement is evidence of our employees' personal commitment to actively caring for their fellow employees, practicing behaviors such as peer-to-peer observation and feedback," said Bob Grimaila, Union Pacific vice president-Safety, Security and Environment. "Our safety leadership development and continuous process improvement team efforts, including those driving down operational variability to provide a more predictable work environment, also play key roles in safety results." Union Pacific utilizes innovative technology to improve employee safety, as well. For example, many employees receive comprehensive on-thejob training through computer software that teaches them how to maneuver locomotives in rail yards, operate switches and sort rail cars onto different tracks based on rail car destination. This video simulation technology gives employees an opportunity to practice what they
have learned in the classroom before they work outside in the real-world rail yard. About Union Pacific Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad links 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2007-2012, Union Pacific invested $18 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure, including a record $3.7 billion in 2012. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastestgrowing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner. Union Pacific employees over 1300 employees in Wyoming and boasts over 879 miles of track in Wyoming.
Environmental Notification Letter for FCC ASR
Duke Energy Business Services, LLC is seeking a new FCC Antenna Structure Registration (ASR) for 5 existing structure as described below. Interested persons may review the application by going to www.fcc.gov/asr/applications and entering the Form 854 File Number. Interested persons may raise environmental concerns about the existing structures by filing a Request for Environmental Review with the Federal Communications Commission. The Federal Communications Commission strongly encourages interested parties to file Requests for Environmental Review online, and instructions for making such filings can be found at: www.fcc.gov/asr/environmentalrequest. The mailing address for interested parties that would prefer to file a Request for Environmental Review by paper copy: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554.
EXISTING STRUCTURE 1 INFORMATION FCC Form 854 File Number: A0826021 Geographic Location: LAT 43-01-45.03N, LON 106-00-02.88W Structure Type: UPole/Utility Pole Height: 390’ feet / 118.87 meters (Above ground level) Anticipated Tower Lighting: White Paint Only as recommended by the FAA EXISTING STRUCTURE 2 INFORMATION FCC Form 854 File Number: A0825725 Geographic Location: LAT 42-58-52.82N, LON 105-46-56.84W Structure Type: UPole/Utility Pole Height: 390’ feet / 118.87 meters (Above ground level) Anticipated Tower Lighting: White Paint/Synchronized Red Lights as recommended by the FAA EXISTING STRUCTURE 3 INFORMATION FCC Form 854 File Number: A0826023 Geographic Location: LAT 42-56-17.23N, LON 105-46-18.23W Structure Type: UPole/Utility Pole Height: 390’ feet / 118.87 meters (Above ground level) Anticipated Tower Lighting: White Paint Only as recommended by the FAA
Complete details, including application materials, are available from FFA Advisors across Wyoming or online at: www.WyoFFAFoundation.com. Scholarship recipients will be announced during the Wyoming FFA Convention to be held April 8-11, 2013, in Cheyenne. Deadline for applications is Feb. 15, 2013
Livestock Rules and Regs in Rolling Hills
REMINDER: While it is acceptable and allowed to ride horses within the Town of Rolling Hills, riding on the pathway is prohibited. There is an established bridle trail on the opposite (east) side of 55 Ranch Road. Please think of your neighbors before setting your 4-legged friends on the pathway. Signs are posted prohibiting livestock on the pathway. As a reminder: ORDINANCE 1994-55 Section 3 – Livestock on Bicycle Paths. No person shall lead, ride or drive any livestock, including but not limited to, cows, sheep or horses
on any bicycle path within the town. Section 7 – Penalties Any person who violates any portion of this ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined in an amount not to exceed $750. Thank you for your consideration & adhering to this ordinance. The Town of Rolling Hills
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The Bird’s Own Pritchard Takes Second in Singles in Glenrock City Bowling Tournament Misty Pritchard (TBC)
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You can feel the excitement and anticipation as you walk through the door at Glenrock Bowl , the smell of food cooking at the concession stand and the sound of ice being scooped into the cups as beverages are being ordered. A small gathering of participants talk amongst themselves, as others begin to focus on what the day has in store. The 2013 Glenrock City Tournament is about to strike. Team’s from Casper, Douglas and Glenrock come to join in this intriguing moment that took place Saturday and Sunday Jan 19-20. Teams are formed, and bowling balls start rolling down the lanes. There were 42 bowlers in the singles and 25 bowlers in the doubles and 13 teams that average 5 bowlers per team. The top bowlers of the tournament were,
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NFL Players React To Obama's Opinions On Football HOWARD FENDRICH,AP Pro Football Writer (AP) — Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs respects and understands President Barack Obama's opinion about the dangers of football — and hesitation about having a child play. The hard-hitting 2011 Defensive Player of the Year also says that no matter how violent the sport, his 4-year-old son will be allowed to take it up if he wants. "It would have to be his choice," Suggs said Monday. "Football isn't for everybody. If my son ... came to me and said, 'Dad, I want to play football,' then I would let him play." The president's thoughts about the future of the NFL — and whether he'd let a son play football — were a main topic of conversation as Super Bowl week got under way. So much so that when San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Alex Boone stepped away from his interview session, he asked someone, "What's up with all this Obama (stuff)?" Here's what's up: In an interview with The New Republic, the newly inaugurated president expressed what many other parents might be thinking following new studies about concussions and recent suicides by former NFL players.
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"I'm a big football fan, but I have to tell you, if I had a son, I'd have to think long and hard before I let him play football," Obama said.
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the sport are going to have to wrestle with the fact that it will probably change gradually to try to reduce some of the violence," he added. "In some cases, that may make it a little bit less exciting, but it will be a whole lot better for the players, and those of us who are fans maybe won't have to examine our consciences quite as much." Ravens safety Ed Reed, for one, agreed with the sentiment. "I am with Obama," Reed said. "I have a son. I am not forcing football on my son. If he wants to play it ... I can't make decisions for him. All I can do is say, 'Son, I played it so you don't have to.'" Reed, a nine-time Pro Bowl selection in his 11 NFL seasons, thinks there needs to be improvements within the league. "We've got some leaks in it that need to be worked out," Reed said. "Every medical training room should be upgraded; training rooms can be a lot better." And as he noted: "When you've got the president talking about it, you got something." Reed isn't sure everyone is being trained properly or cared for adequately. "I felt like I played the game as safe as possible," he said. "I even tell the guys that they have to take care of their bodies, take care of themselves. If you take care of that, it will take care of you." Researchers at the National Institutes of Health announced recently that Junior Seau — the
star linebacker who died of a self-inflicted gunshot last year — had a degenerative brain disease often linked to repeated blows to the head. Seau is one of several dozen football players who were found to have chronic traumatic ecephalopathy, or CTE. The NFL is facing lawsuits brought by thousands of former players who say the league withheld information on the harmful effects of concussions. Players who were asked Monday about Obama's comments tended to side with Ravens center Matt Birk, who did not hesitate before saying: "I have three sons, and once they get to a certain age, if they want to play football, I would let them." San Francisco's Boone doesn't see how there is a lot of room for the game itself to change. "There's going to be injuries and there's going to be problems," Boone said, "but we're working on trying to prevent them." His coach, Jim Harbaugh, responded to the president's remarks in a lighter vein. Harbaugh, who played quarterback in the NFL for 14 seasons, mentioned his own child. "Well, I have a 4-month-old — almost, soon-to-be 5-month-old — son, Jack Harbaugh, and if President Obama feels that way, then (there will) be a little less competition for Jack Harbaugh when he gets older," San Francisco's coach said with a chuckle. "That's the first thing that jumps into my mind, if other parents are thinking that way."
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Luke Martinez Assault Case Moves To State Court A Wyoming basketball player accused of aggravated assault and battery in a bar fight will be prosecuted in state court. The Laramie Boomerang (http:// bit.ly/XPrS5A ) reported that a hearing looking at the evidence against Luke Martinez was waived in circuit court on Monday. The case was then bound over to the Second Judicial District Court. Police say the starting guard
kicked an unconscious man during a fight outside a bar on Dec. 30. Between the fight and his suspension, Martinez accompanied the team for its games but didn't play because of a broken bone in his shooting hand suffered in the fight. Martinez will appear in court next to enter a plea. The date hasn't been set yet.
Finley Named MW Track and Field Athlete of the Week ARAMIE, Wyo. - Junior transfer Mason Finley has been named the Mountain West men's indoor track and field athlete of the week for his performance over the weekend at the Air Force Invitational in Colorado Springs, Colo. Finley, a native of Buena Vista, Colo., took first place in the shot put last Saturday with a throw of 65'-9.75'', which ranks first in the MW by more than six feet and is currently the second-best distance in the nation. The mark also set a new Wyoming school record, breaking Jason Gervais' mark of 64'-7.00'' from the 2000 season. ""This is a much deserved honor for Mason, who opened his Cowboy career with an indoor shot put school record and the second-best meet of his life," said Wyoming throws coach Paul Barrett."We are still in a heavy training phase, so it shows he is on the right track leading to the conference and NCAA Championships in a few weeks." A transfer from the University of Kansas, Finley is an eighttime All-American and fourtime NCAA runner-up (twice in the shot put and discus) and four-time Big 12 champion. He
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Senators Re-Introduce LegIllegal National Labor islation To Help Relations Board Startups Invest In Appointees Should Resign Innovation and Create Jobs Senators introduce legislation and Griffin Jr. that they “immeBipartisan Startup Innovation Credit Act helps innovative startup companies access research and development tax credit WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Mike Enzi (R-Wyo.) have re-introduced legislation that would give innovative startup companies an opportunity to take advantage of the successful Research and Development Tax Credit, which incentivizes American companies to invest in innovation. They teamed up with U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Roy Blunt (RMo.), Debbie Stabenow (DMich.), and Jerry Moran (RKan.) to re-introduce the bill on Thursday. The Startup Innovation Credit Act of 2013 allows qualifying companies to claim the R&D Tax Credit against their employment taxes instead of their income taxes. Rep. Jim Gerlach (R-PA-6) and Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI-3) are expected to reintroduce companion legislation in the House of Representatives next week. “Revitalizing our manufacturing sector will create quality, middle class jobs – but it depends on Americans’ ability to take ideas and turn them into marketable products that can and will be made right here in the United States,” Senator Coons said. “The Research and Development Tax Credit has helped tens of thousands of successful American companies create jobs by incentivizing investment in innovation, but startups can’t take advantage. Firms younger than five years old have been responsible for the overwhelming majority of our new jobs in recent years,
and they are driving our nation’s economic recovery by taking risks to turn their ideas into products. Let’s help build the next generation of American manufacturing by investing in American innovators with the Startup Innovation Credit Act.” “When startup businesses can keep more of their hard-earned cash, they’re able to create the jobs our recovering economy needs,” Senator Enzi said. “This bill provides a great addition to the current R&D tax credit by helping small businesses stay afloat during their early years.” Research and development is the cornerstone of any competitive company, institution, or country, and while the Research & Development Tax Credit has proven essential to American innovators, it does not currently help startups, the senators said. According to the Government Accountability Office, more than half of the credit claimed by companies each year goes to firms with $1 billion or more in receipts. To qualify for the Startup Innovation Credit, a company must be less than five years old and have less than $5 million in gross receipts. Since many young companies invest heavily in research and development in their first few years and don’t have income tax liability, they are unable to claim a federal income tax credit, like the R&D Tax Credit. With the Startup Innovation Credit, a startup company that lacks the income tax liability necessary to claim the R&D Tax Credit can instead claim the credit in the following year by reducing its employer-side employment taxes by an equivalent amount up to $250,000.
March 6 deadline for Enzi U.S. Senate Summer 2013 Page Position
March 6 deadline for Enzi U.S. Senate Summer 2013 Page Position application Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Mike Enzi is encouraging Wyoming high school students to apply to be a Senate Page for the summer session in Washington, DC. The deadline for summer applications is March 6. “The page program allows students to have a front row seat during debates in the U.S. Senate,” Enzi said. “The program will provide experiences that participants will carry with them forever.” Page duties consist primarily of delivering correspondence and legislative material at the Capitol. Other duties include preparing the Senate chamber for sessions and carrying bills and amendments to the appropriate people on the Senate floor.
will be 16 or 17 years old on or before the date the session begins. Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Pages live in Webster Hall located near the Capitol and receive a stipend to cover the cost of the residence. Breakfast and dinner are provided daily. The summer session is split into two. Summer session I is from June 10 – June 28, 2013. Summer session II is from July 8 – August 2, 2013. The application due date for both sessions is March 6. Applications and additional information can be found by going to www.enzi. senate.gov. Further questions can be directed to Dianne Kirkbride in Senator Enzi’s Cheyenne office at 307-772-2477 or Dianne_Kirkbride@enzi.senate.gov.
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Washington, D.C. – Members of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) who were appointed illegally by President Obama should resign, according to U.S. Senator Mike Enzi, R-Wyo. Enzi joined a bipartisan group of senators this week in sending a letter to the board members in question, Sharon Block and Richard Griffin Jr., asking that they step down from their post. The letter is in response to the recent ruling of the District of Columbia U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that the president’s actions in appointing two members to the board violated the separation of powers in the Constitution. Enzi also joined with Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee Ranking Member Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., and other colleagues in introducing a bill that would prohibit the NLRB and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) from enforcing or implementing decisions and regulations without a constitutionally confirmed board or director.
diately resign [their] positions on that National Labor Relations Board, withdraw from all Board activities and stop drawing salaries and other benefits associated with [their] positions.” “The court was very clear on their ruling,” said Enzi. “They are unconstitutionally appointed to their positions, and they should make the right move and step down.” The Restoring the Constitutional Balance of Power Act of 2013 would prohibit the NLRB from undertaking or enforcing any decisions that required the approval of a quorum of board members since the president’s overreach. The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that President Obama violated the Constitution when he made these invalid appointments to NLRB without confirmation by the Senate. He took the same unconstitutional actions with Richard Cordray, who has been illegitimately serving as CFPB Director under the same circumstances, the senators contend.
The letter requests of both Block
Debt Ceiling Has To Be A Line In The Sand, Not Another Credit Line
Washington, D.C. – If the debt ceiling is going to be raised, U.S. Senator Mike Enzi, R-Wyo., wants there to be dollar-fordollar reductions in spending for every dollar the ceiling is raised; an end to emergency “deals” to avert a shutdown of the federal government by keeping the doors open but forcing spending cuts if spending bills are not passed; and provisions to ensure the United States does not default on its debt. Those were all amendments to the debt ceiling increase bill (H.R. 325) that Enzi voted for but were defeated in the Senate yesterday evening. Enzi also voted against the final passage of the bill.
come the overall fiscal irresponsibility of the larger measure.
The House passed H.R. 325 last week, a bill that would suspend the debt limit statute until May 19. On May 19, the debt limit will be raised by the amount of new debt issued from the enactment of this bill through May 18 but only for the amount that is necessary to pay the bills that come due before May 18.
The amendment would require that any official presidential request to increase the debt limit include a legislative proposal reducing non-interest spending over the next decade by the amount of the requested debt limit increase.
“When President Obama was a U.S. senator, he said that raising the debt ceiling was a sign of leadership failure and then voted against raising the debt ceiling,” said Enzi. “That was more than four years ago. What do we call it now? The Senate hasn’t passed a budget in almost four years. Our debt has increased by nearly $6 trillion. This will be the fifth year that we’ve overspent by more than $1 trillion. Why? Because we’re addicted to spending money we don’t have and refuse to honor the limits we’ve put on ourselves. “Our debt ceiling has to be a line in the sand, not another excuse to extend our credit line. We shouldn’t be kicking the can down the road any longer. What we’re attempting to kick is so much larger and it’s going to crush future generations under the bills we’ve racked up but weren’t willing to pay for.” The bill also contains a No Budget, No Pay provision that requires that the House and Senate agree to their own budget for fiscal year 2014 by April 15 or compensation for Members of Congress will be suspended until a budget resolution is passed or we reach the end of the 113th Congress in early 2015, whichever comes earlier. Senator Enzi is a cosponsor of the Senate version of the No Budget, No Pay Act, but said this one good provision was not enough to over-
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“We should pass No Budget, No Pay, but adding it as sweetener to a bad bill is another example of why Congress should stop deal making and start legislating through the committee process with amendments,” Enzi said. Additional information Senator Enzi voted in favor of including the following amendments to the debt ceiling legislation: · Portman Amendment (Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act)
· Portman Amendment (End Government Shutdowns Act) The amendment would automatically continue funding for discretionary programs whose budget has not yet been enacted by October 1. At the end of the first 120-day period that an appropriations bill remains unfinished past the October 1 deadline, the spending level for each program, project, and activity will be reduced by 1 percentage point. Should appropriations bills remain unfinished after the initial 120-day cut, an additional cut of one percentage point will be made every 90 days until the bills are completed. All discretionary spending will be treated equally and receive a 1 one percent cut with no exceptions. · Toomey Amendment (Ensuring the Full Faith and Credit of the United States and Protecting America’s Soldiers and Seniors Act) The amendment provides that if the U.S. government reaches its statutory debt limit, three items will be given priority over all other obligations – (i) principal and interest payments on the debt; (ii) Social Security payments; and (iii) pay for active duty armed service members.
To the casual observer of politics, more heat than light is generated from legislative action. So far the 62nd Wyoming Legislature’s polarizing Senate Bill 104, which began in the Senate Education Committee, crafted reportedly to better prepare students, deliver a “21st Century curriculum” and restore education accountability in Wyoming, does both. The bill’s effect stripped most duties, budgets and oversight from the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, an elected position, and transfers them to an administrative director, or “education czar/crony” to be appointed by the Governor. Republican Senator Hank Coe, a co-sponsor, and chief force behind Senate Bill in a January 28th interview with Big Horn Radio Network, when asked about his support of the difficult of the controversial bill, replied “It was the right thing to do,“ claiming the legislators had an obligation to the children of Wyoming, and it was their constitutional duty, assuming the mantle as the bulwarks of constitutional purity. The bill sailed through both Houses in just twelve days, and was signed into law by Governor Matt Mead on January 29, 2013. Shortly after the stroke of his pen, Superintendent Hill delivered a package of her own to the Governor-a law suit challenging the constitutionality of the action taken by nearly two-thirds of the Senate and House that landed the “Hill Bill” on his desk. The specter of a court challenge revealed. Many voters were shocked and angry at the unprecedented maneuver by the legislature, that in effect diminished the elected Superintendent to a “figure head” or “ceremonial shadow” in the Department of Education. Opponents of the bill characterized it as “side stepping the constitution,” others labeled it as an “ end run around it.” Many saw it as a bold “power grab” by Governor Mead. Cindy Hill agreed, saying, after the Senate vote, “It’s the most significant power grab, perhaps in Wyoming’s history and the people’s vote and voice is about ready to change in education.” Sadly, both of our elected officials caved in to the political drama. To his credit, Senator Anderson promptly replied to my multiple emails opposing the measure. However, his reasons for ousting the Superintendent lacked specificity. He claimed we needed a “professional educator.” Thought we had one. When asked why the divisions and issues couldn’t be resolved, he replied, she had “pushed back and delayed reforms,” rebuffing the notion it was a “political vendetta” as many had suggested. Representative Cannady replied he would “review it and consider it closely,” though lacking specificity. Convinced that the bill was the confluence of personal attacks and political pandering, many voters and concerned citizens are quickly aligning with the law suit, asking, “How can we help?” Ink barely dried on the ill-crafted bill, and some were texting, “Can we contribute to the lawsuit?” We can indeed join in this legal scrum. Defending liberty, restoring our voice granted in the Wyoming Constitution, and challenging this bill will, of course, not be easy, or cheap. Cindy Hill’s attorneys estimate the cost at a minimum of $100,000 for litigation and related efforts. The Cindy Hill Defense Fund will soon accept donations from the public at her website, hill4education.com. A cause worthy of our support? Many of us think so. What do you think? Mike’s email is noahwebs@yahoo.com. Pyatt’s Pieces is an opinion column and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the writers or the Editor or The Glenrock Bird Central Wyoming News.
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"This opens that avenue for me, obviously, to explore running for a third term," Maxfield said, adding that he would wait to decide and will focus on goals he has for the next two years. "At the same time, of course, we're going to look at are we going to seek a third term?" Maxfield asked. "You don't just jump in a month before the filing period and decide that you're going to run on a statewide basis because it's such a major undertaking. We'll be talking to people and looking at the prospects of serving a third term, or retiring." Maxfield said he doesn't expect the ruling will ultimately have much effect on Wyoming politics. "People have chosen to elect or not elect veteran legislators. And I think that what they found is they look at the experience of the person in office and use the ballot box. We've had a lot of comments from people who say they don't want the government to tell them who they can't vote for, and I think this clears that up," he said.
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Senate Panel Kills Cell Phone Proposal (AP) — A state Senate committee has killed a bill that would have prohibited the use of handheld cellphones while driving in Wyoming.
Bill sponsor Democratic Sen. Floyd Esquibel, of Cheyenne, says he will propose the bill again next year.
The Senate Transportation, Highways and Military Affairs Committee voted against Senate File 93 on Monday.
The committee delayed voting on a separate measure that would make it illegal for school bus drivers to use hand-held cellphones while operating a bus.
The bill would have allowed drivers to use hands-free technology.
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The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 4-to-1 Friday against the bill, sponsored by Sen. Leslie Nutting, a Republican from Cheyenne.
tors already provide patients with information about medical procedures before they're performed. Dr. Rene Hinkle, a Cheyenne obstetrician, testified that she had never seen scientific evidence that abortion is linked to breast cancer. Bill supporter Bob Brechtel, a former state legislator, testified he believes hundreds of unreported abortions are performed in Wyoming.
Abortion rights activists testified against the bill, saying doc-
Wyoming Senate Kills Medicaid Expansion (AP) — The Wyoming Senate has killed a proposal to add about 17,600 low-income adults to the state's Medicaid program. The Wyoming Tribune Eagle reports the Senate voted 22-8 against the bill Thursday. Lawmakers say the issue could come up again in next year's budget session. A U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowed states to decide whether to accept an expansion of Medicaid.
In states that approve the expansion, the federal government would pay all the costs for new enrollees for three years. States would pay a gradually increasing share starting in 2017. The bill sponsor, Democratic Sen. John Hastert of Green River, says the expansion would benefit the state financially. Republican Sen. Charles Scott of Casper says the bill would be a step toward a big-government social democracy.
New Uranium Mine Proposed In NE Wyo
GILLETTE, Wyo. (AP) — A Colorado-based company is proposing to start a new uranium mine in Campbell County in 2015.
Maxfield said he believes having the issue resolved for his posi-
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Voters approved term limits by initiative in 1992. The court's ruling on Friday states that qualifications for state offices are spelled out in the Wyoming Constitution and requirements can only be changed by constitutional amendment, not state statute.
tion and the other statewide governmental leaders is a plus for his office. "I think it just sends the message that if we're going to change the constitution, that we have to follow the process."
Located about 12 miles west of Wright, the 6,000-acre Reno Creek project will be operating for 20 years with annual production of about 1.5 million pounds a year. It is proposed by AUC, which is a company affil-
iated with Bayswater Uranium. Philip Cavender of AUC says the proposed mine is estimated to bring about $90 million to the state in various mineral taxes. The Gillette News Record reports (http://bit.ly/WfNE5x ) that the project will employ 75 full-time workers with an annual payroll of $5.5 million per year.
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