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We live in a culture where a heavy emphasis has been placed on inclusion. Being inclusive of all groups and avoiding offending anyone is the reigning philosophy of our day. This has impacted … more
The federal government shouldn’t be in the business of picking winners and losers. The Biden administration ignores this principle by proposing rules that would effectively require all new cars … more
Gar has never liked water, but at our birth doctor’s request, he started drinking less iced tea and more water with powdered flavors in it. As the summer wore down, he got tired of the taste of … more
The Student Center construction project at Northwest College may lead people to ask where NWC is getting the money for the building. It’s a good question since our college has lost tuition … more
With around 20% of Park County and Wyoming now being considered “seniors” and so classified for economic and social purposes, it’s interesting to look at what sociologists and … more
In a recent story regarding Park County Commissioners being generous with special funding requests, it was also revealed that Park County Animal Shelter was being punished for its no-kill policies by … more
One of the resounding messages that comes through the Bible is God’s care for the vulnerable, defenseless, the alien… that is, those who live at the very edges of society.   … more
Last year I downsized from the farm to a much smaller house and property in town, muttering to myself the entire time about size, reminding myself that I didn’t need so much space, that the … more
Is there anything glorious about growing old? I recently saw a sign stating, “Don’t grow up. It’s a dang trick.” Why didn’t somebody tell us, like a really long time … more
We are “compassed” (surrounded) by a great cloud of witnesses” as the letter to the Hebrews states. But really what does that mean? Well, for a basic understanding, we can think of … more
Recently, I co-hosted a town hall in Buffalo with the chairman of the Johnson County Commission to discuss property taxes and possible solutions to the large tax increases faced by the citizens of … more
The people and businesses of Cooke City and Silver Gate deserve winter access. We support plowing 8 miles of U.S. Highway 212 that straddles the Montana-Wyoming border. The “plug,” as the … more
I remember laughing when President Donald Trump signed the order forming a US Space Force. “That’s just what we need, another bunch of toy soldiers ... space cadets at that. Ha ha.” … more
So, when does the snake bite its tail, metaphorically? Answer: in the cyclic universe. For my purposes, though, it’s when ideas are taken to extremes in either direction and end up … more
There are very few reasons to believe I am capable of learning from my mistakes. Case in point: You’d think I would have learned years ago not to accept challenges to compete from the … more
During the month of July we are blessed to celebrate the many freedoms we are granted in this great nation. One of the key values in the Declaration of Independence is that God made all men equal and … more
Do you feel like life is chasing after you? Do you feel like it’s doing everything it can to combat your priorities and crush your dreams and aspirations? You may think to yourself, … more
This past week the Christian faith community began their 40-day journey toward Easter with a day of fasting, repentance and a snowstorm. We mark our foreheads with dust (ashes), we acknowledge that … more
Weddings are beautiful. I can’t remember mine but I have been told it was lovely.  I married at 19 and I was too busy anxiously shaking at the altar to pay much attention to … more
As the Wyoming Legislature readies for 20 days of discussion and debate ahead of the 2024 Legislative Budget Session, we prepare for this work as servants to the people of our communities. Over the … more
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