Recently, I wrote a note to Sen. John Barrasso asking of his views on gun control. He offered a sincere and carefully crafted response — though I regard part of it as unfortunate and misguided. … more

I can scarcely believe that our Republican governor and Republican Legislature appear fast on the road (pardon the pun) to passing a 10-cent a gallon increase on fuel. This in a state that … more

Thank goodness for States like Texas, Utah, Alabama, and Arizona that are willing to stand up for the rights and protection of their citizens. Maybe we could now add Wyoming to that list, at least … more

Yes there are many “Angels among Us” in many shapes and forms. Two of my human angels are Paula Fowler and Harold Gage (a man I never met). As pictured in the Gillette News Record, Mr. Gates … more

I am outraged that our county sheriff procedures would allow for deputies to use a taser on a child. Since when is using a taser on a child, or anyone for that matter, not excessive force? Almost … more

The Wyoming legislative session has begun. Our elected officials will deliberate, prioritize and decide on what the government of the state of Wyoming needs to do next. While we should salute … more

Has anyone noticed: with rare exception, all these multiple slaughters are stopped by a bullet? It comes from the creep’s own gun, or else from someone who has seen enough AND, is empowered to … more

Recent editorial opinions in some newspapers have raised certain concerns relating to the reclamation of lands disturbed by coal mining. Those comments represented a point of view of the coal … more

What is wrong with our judicial system? I was reading the “court” section on Dec. 17th. There were six cases of DUIs. All but one of them had more than one DUI. One in particular caught … more

In Wyoming, we never forget the sacrifices made by our courageous men and women in uniform. We are extremely grateful for their service and understand that these heroes are the reason Americans … more