Forty years ago, American railroads were in trouble. The Penn Central, the largest railroad, had recently gone bankrupt. American freight rail was technologically obsolescent and hamstrung by union … more

From the April 2, 1940 News Record:Zane Martin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Martin, was accidentally shot in the lag late Saturday afternoon by his brother, Warren, while the boys were rabbit hunting … more

I appreciate Mr. Edwards’ letter of March 26 clarifying what occurred at the local eatery. He was there and I wasn’t, leaving me to rely on another eyewitness whom I deem reliable and still … more

Please allow me to offer a paragraph or two regarding the “Meatless Mondays” conundrum that has been bantered back and forth in some of the recent opinions right here in River City, for the … more

SEOUL, South Korea — Across North Korea, soldiers are gearing up for battle and shrouding their jeeps and vans with camouflage netting. Newly painted signboards and posters call for … more

The city of Gillette, State of Wyoming, and sport of basketball were lucky that Coach Curry decided in 1983 to become the head basketball coach for the Camels. I don’t know if anyone would have … more

We are the team Midnight from Wagonwheel’s book battle. Thank you for coming to cover our battle. Although we appreciate that you came, we want to correct a few mistakes in the March 22 … more

From the March 2, 1940 News Record:ROCK SPRINGS — W.J. Traher, Rock Springs garage owner, was held in county jail tonight for investigation concerning the fatal shooting of Garth Crowe, who … more

Imagine my surprise when I listened to my mom’s telephone message Wednesday. “If you hear about the, umm, the umm, murder,” her voice began, “I don’t want you to worry.” more