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Oversight brings home's demise Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:27:11 MDT
CHEYENNE -- Last week, crews tore down a house that stood in the Lakeview Historic District.

"Justice" speakers stranded in Rawlins Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:54:54 MDT
The speakers from the "Wheels of Justice" tour who were scheduled to talk about non-violent solutions in the Middle East tonight at the Frontier United Methodist Church are stuck in Rawlins because I-80 is closed. Organizers are planning to show a video called "Life in Occupied Palestine" at 7 p.m. at the church, 1888 Four Mile Road. If enough people are interested, organizers say they will try to set something up for when the speakers are able to get to Cheyenne.

Virginia to accept 300 inmates from Wyoming Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:23:51 MDT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Wyoming inmates are due to be transferred within weeks to two Virginia prisons in the southwest corner of the state.

Closed talks continue over the future of Sylvan Pass Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:23:51 MDT
CHEYENNE (AP) -- The National Park Service and the state of Wyoming said they will meet next month to try to resolve a dispute over the federal agency's decision to stop maintaining a pass frequently used by snowmobilers to enter the eastern side of Yellowstone National Park.

Earth education unites churches Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:22:53 MDT
Taking an active role in caring for Wyoming's environment is the focus of the On Sacred Ground -- Cheyenne organization. By Brandon Questerbquester@wyomingnews.com

Mother of slain UW student fights hate Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:22:57 MDT
DENVER - It only takes one person to help stop the hate.

Holliday, Rockies to open at St. Louis against Pujols, Cardinals Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:42:53 MDT
ST. LOUIS - When the National League's last two World Series teams play on opening day, all eyes will be on two of the league's best hitters: St. Louis' Albert Pujols and Colorado's Matt Holliday.

Four No. 1 teams, and one good history lesson on tap at Final Four Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:42:43 MDT
HOUSTON - John Wooden gave us the basics of modern-day coaching. Dean Smith refined 'em. James Naismith, well, he simply invented basketball.

Theater hosts opera for the masses - in high-def Sat, 29 Mar 2008 12:07:48 MDT
Opera: Coming soon to a theater near you. Not necessarily two parts of a statement that you ever would expect to see together.

Bob Marley's band is in the area this week Sat, 29 Mar 2008 12:07:49 MDT
For the first time in 15 years, the Wailers will be releasing an album.

Somewhere between 'Riverdance' and 'Stomp' is Tony Award winning 'Blast!' Sat, 29 Mar 2008 12:07:49 MDT
Everyone who has seen it, says it: "Blast!" is a blast.

Symphony orchestra to play rock-flavored score Sat, 29 Mar 2008 12:07:50 MDT
When young ticket buyers hear the words "classical music" they may think, "Why would I want to hear something that seems so stuffy, boring and unapproachable?"

Fiddlin' Around with a Cajun/folk master Sat, 29 Mar 2008 12:07:50 MDT
It's not every day that local musicians get to work alongside a legendary musician like fiddler Doug Kershaw.

Migration season is a spectacle Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:00:52 MDT
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Dancing with a dopey grace Wed, 26 Mar 2008 09:00:55 MDT
It is 317 miles from Cheyenne, Wyo., to Kearney, Neb.

Our View: Don't delay meth cleanup Sun, 30 Mar 2008 08:30:14 MDT
Published Sunday, March 30, 2008 in the WTE When state Sen. Bob Fecht, R-Cheyenne, introduce Senate File 19 earlier this year in the Legislature, he envisioned that it would be available for use by local governments on July 1.

Our Thumbs: Spath doing great work at F.E. Warren Sun, 30 Mar 2008 08:30:15 MDT
Published Saturday, March 29, 2008 in the WTE Thumbs UpTo Lt. Col. Vance Spath at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne for being named the National Law Center for Children and Families' March "Child Defender of the Month."

Our View: State takes over wolves Sun, 30 Mar 2008 08:30:15 MDT
Published Friday, March 28, 2008 in the WTE Today is a day that will be recorded forever in Wyoming history.

Our View: Get the word out Sun, 30 Mar 2008 08:30:16 MDT
Published Thursday, March 27, 2008 in the WTE There's one thing that elected officials from Laramie County don't want to do: take the upcoming $105 million sixth-penny sales tax election lightly.

Our View: Entities should use money wisely Wed, 26 Mar 2008 13:59:24 MDT
Published Wednesday, March 26, 2008 in the WTE Governmental bodies in Laramie County soon will decide how to split up $26.8 million handed to them by the Legislature during its most recent budget session.

Our View: Judge went easy on dog killer Tue, 25 Mar 2008 07:52:58 MDT
Published Tuesday, March 25, 2008 in the WTE District Court Judge Peter Arnold handed down a sentence of probation and community service to a Cheyenne man who pleaded guilty to animal cruelty.

Our View: Give Cranmores some assistance Wed, 26 Mar 2008 16:38:51 MDT
Published Monday, March24, 2008 in the WTE The city of Cheyenne and Laramie County must set aside their differences and find a way to help the Cranmore family.

Our View: It's time to get out and vote Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:37:49 MDT
Published Sunday, March 23, 2008 in the WTE Laramie County voters will be able to cast their votes on the proposed specific purpose (sixth-penny) sales tax ballot when absentee balloting begins Thursday.

Our Thumbs: Wyoming Cowgirls in the big dance Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:37:49 MDT
Published Saturday, March 22, 2008 in the WTE Thumbs Up To the University of Wyoming Cowgirls for making their first appearance in the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament today.

Our View: State needs to change law Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:37:50 MDT
Published Thursday, March 20, 2008 in the WTE Last week the State Board of Equalization upheld a decision by the Laramie County assessor that will force Cheyenne LEADS to pay taxes on vacant land it owns.

Our View: Employee group claims weakened Wed, 19 Mar 2008 08:56:09 MDT
Published Wednesday, March 19, 2008 in the WTE The Cheyenne Public Employees Association has a beef with council members Judy Case and Pete Laybourn.

Our View: Little sunshine in Wyoming Sun, 16 Mar 2008 13:43:06 MDT
Published Sunday, March 16, 2008 in the WTE Members of the Legislature can talk all they want about how they believe in an open legislative process is in Wyoming, but in reality they do whatever they can get away with to lock the public out of the process.

Our Thumbs: Local library among best in the nation Sat, 15 Mar 2008 10:55:34 MDT
Published Saturday, March 15, 2008 in the WTE Thumbs Up To the Laramie County Library for being named one of the top 10 libraries in the nation.

Our View: City Council goals obvious Sat, 15 Mar 2008 10:55:34 MDT
Published Friday, March 14, 2008 in the WTE Last month the Cheyenne City Council sat down and plotted out the goals it would like to see accomplished this year.

Our View: Electronic voting overdue Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:19:13 MDT
Published Thursday, March 13, 2008 in the WTE The decision by the Legislature's Management Council to undertake an interim study on electronic voting and reporting is a step in the right direction toward government accountability.

Our View: Political parties must pump it up Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:19:09 MDT
Published Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in the WTE This year has been a watershed for Democrats and Republicans around the nation because of the intense race for the White House. And Wyoming is no exception.

Our View: Say goodbye to trash-to-energy Mon, 10 Mar 2008 09:20:05 MDT
Published Sunday, March 9, 2008 in the WTE Cheyenne city officials have made the right decision for now to give up on trash-to-energy schemes.

Our Thumbs: United Way hits record donations Mon, 10 Mar 2008 09:20:05 MDT
Published Saturday, March 8, 2008 in the WTE Thumbs Up To United Way of Laramie County for collecting a record $1.2 million during its 2007 campaign.

Our View: Legislators get a passing grade - just barely Mon, 10 Mar 2008 09:20:08 MDT
Published Friday, March 7, 2008 in the WTE The Legislature ends its budget session today after a backslapping news conference on Thursday in which lawmakers had only good things to say about their work.

Our View: Keep hands off consent agenda Wed, 5 Mar 2008 11:58:35 MST
Published Wednesday, March 5, 2008 in the WTE Cheyenne City Councilman Pete Laybourn can be a frustrating person to deal with.

Our View: Managing misbehavior Wed, 5 Mar 2008 11:58:36 MST
Published Tuesday, March 4, 2008 in the WTE A letter from city employees to Mayor Jack Spiker complaining about two Cheyenne City Council members should not have come as a surprise.

Our View: Talk about charter schools Wed, 5 Mar 2008 11:58:37 MST
Pubilshed Sunday, March 2, 2008 in the WTE You know things are slowing down at the Legislature when the words "interim topics" begin to appear on committee schedules.

Our View: Find money for libraries Wed, 5 Mar 2008 11:58:38 MST
Published Saturday, March 1, 2008 in the WTE No one ever will accuse this Legislature's reach of exceeding its grasp.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Wyoming is sending mixed messages about education Sun, 30 Mar 2008 08:31:03 MDT
Published Saturday, March 29, 2008 in the WTE Wyoming needs to stop sending mixed messages when it comes to the need for higher education.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Councilman Segrave makes his point Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:46:56 MDT
Published Saturday, March 22, 2008 in the WTE Give Cheyenne City Councilman Tom Segrave some credit: The man knows how to send a message.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Candidates are lining up to make a run for Mayor Sat, 15 Mar 2008 10:46:46 MDT
Published Saturday, March 15, 2008 in the WTE Mayor Jack Spiker is playing a dangerous game by not announcing his intentions for seeking a third term.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Meddling lawmakers could hurt more than help the Hathway Scholarship Mon, 10 Mar 2008 09:19:25 MDT
Published Saturday, March 8, 2008 in the WTE It appears that legislators just can’t stop themselves from meddling with the Hathaway Scholarships.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Legislature, governor set aside leadership for stability Sat, 23 Feb 2008 10:08:10 MST
Published Saturday, February 23, 2008 in the WTE And He also spoke a parable to them: "A blind man cannot guide a blind man, can he? Will they not both fall into a pit?

Reed Eckhardt Column: WebTalk makes its debut Sun, 17 Feb 2008 09:40:46 MST
Published Saturday, February 16, 2008 in the WTE It is a brave new world in newspaper journalism. The World Wide Web. Blogs. Citizen-generated content. You name it.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Your thoughts really do influence lawmakers' decisions on issues Sun, 10 Feb 2008 20:50:02 MST
Published Sunday, February 10, 2008 in the WTE So the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle is offering its readers a guide to the Legislature.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Arrogance shows at city hall Sun, 27 Jan 2008 09:33:42 MST
Published Saturday, January 26, 2008 in the WTE It's the sort of dispute that elicits yawns from most Cheyenne residents.

Reed Eckhardt Column: City Council's job is to know the law - and to follow it Sat, 12 Jan 2008 12:02:43 MST
Published Saturday, January 12, 2008 in the WTE When the Cheyenne City Council's Finance Committee went behind closed doors this week, did it hold an illegal meeting?

Eckhardt Column: Laramie County School District 1 is afraid of change and innovation Sun, 6 Jan 2008 23:05:03 MST
Published Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008 in the WTE School board decides to reject the application of the Cheyenne Classical Academy charter school.

Minnie C. Mason Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:23:27 MDT
1937-2008 Minnie C. Mason, 70, of Cheyenne died March 25 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. She was born Nov. 19, 1937, in Laurel, Mont., and had lived here since 1952.

Margaret D. Alcon Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:23:21 MDT
1966-2008 Margaret D. "Peggy" Alcon, 41, of Cheyenne, died March 29 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center.

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