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Purple power

Purple power

Last week’s Child Development Services Purple Parade 5K fundraiser was a big hit, with kids and adults from across the region sharing in on the fun. Read MorePurple power

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End of an era

End of an era

Tonkin Stadium and the nearby old high school building are now in the process of being demolished. Tonkin Stadium, first constructed as a Works Progress Administration project in the 1930s, wa… Read MoreEnd of an era

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Shoshoni’s speed trap

When I moved to Shoshoni in 1981, the town was well known for the fantastic milkshakes and malts served at the Yellowstone Drug Store. The Yellowstone Drug Store is no longer open for business, but that’s not to say Shoshoni isn’t well known for other things. A quick visit to Wikipedia.com reveals: “The town has gained notoriety as a speed trap due to numerous references citing its aggressive enforcement of traffic laws. According to available data, the town has a 32% ticket to resident rate, suggesting a disproportionate number of traffic tickets issued to drivers passing through the … Read MoreShoshoni’s speed trap

Problem or solution: Which are you?

Many years ago, I heard the adage that if you are not part of the solution you are part of the problem. At that time, I neither understood nor agreed with it, but life has taught me how true it actually is. As I watched a short video of some courageous young people and adults standing, kneeling and singing in protest of a homosexual drag show, kids invited, in Lander these words kept ringing in my head. They are part of the solution! Read MoreProblem or solution: Which are you?

Your rights don’t infringe on mine

I have been reading and seeing attacks on libraries around the country, and of course right here in Fremont County. It appears that the local attacks on the Fremont County Library began after a film screening last June at the Riverton Branch Library. A local group rented the room per library guidelines and showed a film that was rated PG-13, entitled, “Wildhood.” It’s a beautiful film that had me crying, as I attended the film screening, and I encourage folks to watch it. I especially encourage folks to watch it BEFORE they send emails to the Library Board complaining that the film is … Read MoreYour rights don’t infringe on mine