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Had the chance to sit in on the Dispatch Awards tonight, and it really puts things back into perspective. You’re reminded that behind every award is a moment when someone relied on a dispatcher during one of the worst days of their life — and a calm voice stepped in to steady the chaos. I’ve worked with dispatch in the past, and I can tell you—these folks are the calm in the middle of chaos. When everything is going sideways, they’re the ones asking the right questions, getti

Ahead of the August 18 Primary, here’s a brief update on the proposed 6th Penny Specific Purpose Tax. This is not a new tax—it continues an existing, voter-approved program that funds only capital projects, not day-to-day operations. This countywide effort includes projects in Cheyenne, Albin, Burns, Pine Bluffs, and throughout Laramie County. The proposal includes about $170 million in projects that will address community needs: $73M to improve roads and water systems to str

Several years ago, the Laramie County Commissioners began live-streaming their meetings and making previous meetings available for public viewing. Everyone should take advantage of this valuable service and stay informed about decisions that affect the county’s growth and direction. Laramie County - Calendar (legistar.com) I will post a brief synopsis of the bi-monthly Commissioner meetings on my Facebook page, including my comments, and welcome community input and dialogue.

Sue and I had a wonderful evening at the Purple and Gold Legacy Benefit held at the Pine Bluffs Community Center on Saturday, April 11th, 2026. It’s always good to see folks come together for something that truly makes a difference for our kids. The Purple and Gold Legacy Foundation’s purpose is to create funding for existing and potential Pine Bluffs youth organizations. This funding will provide opportunities for success and growth of the youth in Pine Bluffs. Since launchi

Attending the final day of the 2026 Wyoming FFA Conference at the Archer Events Center, my family and I witnessed firsthand how the theme, Elevate, was lived out by the 1,760 young leaders in blue jackets—an impressive display of the promising future of agriculture and our communities. It was inspiring to see the energy, pride, and dedication these students bring. Programs like FFA are shaping the next generation by building leadership, a strong work ethic, and real-world ski