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Republican house candidates dislike mandatory cap and trade Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:36:06 -0600
CHEYENNE -- Three of the four Republican candidates for Congress support mitigation of the greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, but not through mandatory-cap-and-trade measures.

PAWS results show writing weaknesses Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:36:57 -0600
Among other 2008 results, third- and sixth-graders did the best in math.

8 local schools fail Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:36:59 -0600
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Pitching the big "if" for Post 6's run at 8 straight titles Tue, 5 Aug 2008 22:47:44 -0600
Cheyenne will have some work to do to win another Wyoming Class AA Title.

Hawks think they have what it takes to win Class A title Tue, 5 Aug 2008 22:47:44 -0600
The Cheyenne Hawks clinched the East District's No. 2 seed heading into the Class A State

The Wyoming Tribune-Eagle's Fridays on the Plaza 2008 Fri, 6 Jun 2008 11:30:38 -0600
Choosing bands for the Fridays on the Plaza concert series in Cheyenne is no easy task.

Play bocce Mon, 4 Aug 2008 09:35:53 -0600
A well manicured lawn, a nice sunny day, Italian food, wine and friendly competition is the perfect recipe for bocce.

Kid tested. Dad approved. Wed, 6 Aug 2008 17:46:28 -0600
DENVER - Looking for a way to beat the heat, yet get the kids outside and away from the videogame in the waning weeks of summer?

Jesse McCartney proves there is still uncharted territory in the theme of love Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:21:12 -0600
Jesse McCartney is proving that he is more than just an ordinary teen pop phenomenon.

Passing off the reins Mon, 4 Aug 2008 09:33:56 -0600
With four-and-a-half years at the helm, Terry Cleveland, director of the Wyoming Game and Fish department has decided to call it quits. After placing the needs of Wyoming's wildlife in another's capable hands, he can now sleep full nights.

A positive outlook is important in this dark, cynical age Mon, 4 Aug 2008 09:34:00 -0600
I suppose I've been a bit of a cynic lately. Food prices are sky rocketing. Our economy is in the dumper. The ice on the North Pole may break completely this year due to global warming - or it could be just a few blip years, depending on which political party you subscribe to.

In Our Opinion: Ward 3 recommendations Wed, 6 Aug 2008 17:13:12 -0600
Published Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008 in the WTE Ward 3 is the fastest-growing section of Cheyenne, so it is important to have council members there who have the experience and know-how to help their ward - and the city - keep moving forward.

In Our Opinion: Council Ward 2 recommendations Tue, 5 Aug 2008 10:56:28 -0600
Published Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008 in the WTE In the race for Cheyenne City Council Ward 2, soon-to-be-former Mayor Jack Spiker and veteran Councilman Patrick Collins both have proven their desire to create a progressive community that is well prepared to meet the future.

In Our Opinion: Ward 1 recommendations Mon, 4 Aug 2008 09:57:38 -0600
Published Monday, Aug. 4, 2008 in the WTE Cheyenne's Ward 1 needs some leadership. That's something that has been lacking from that area over the last few years. That's why the Wyoming Tribune Eagle's Editorial Board is recommending Sean D. Allen and Kurt Zunker to fill the two open seats on the City Council in that ward.

In Our Opinion: WTE primary election recommendations Mon, 4 Aug 2008 09:57:34 -0600
Published Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008 in the WTE It took about nine days to interview all the candidates who agreed to talk about their upcoming contested political races in the Aug. 19 Wyoming Primary Election.

In Our Opinion: Real test for CFD is in 2009 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:45:01 -0600
Published Wednesday, July 29, 2008 in the WTE The 112th version of the "Daddy of 'em All" has come and gone, and Cheyenne Frontier Days officials seemed to be pleased. But should they be?

In Our Opinion: Panel looks for highway funding Sun, 27 Jul 2008 18:52:31 -0600
Published Sunday, July 27, 2008 in the WTE. A legislative panel is looking for ways to find more money for Wyoming’s highway system. But for any real change to take place on this issue, there needs to be a change in attitude under the golden dome about investing in highways.

In Our Opinion: Decision not to use Hot Shots a good one Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:52:07 -0600
Published Saturday, July 26, 2008 in the WTE A decision made earlier this year by the Cheyenne Frontier Days General Committee to outlaw Hot Shots at this year's "Daddy of 'em All" has proven to be a wise one.

In Our Opinion: Meth results shocking Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:52:07 -0600
Published Thursday, July 24, 2008 in the WTE A survey among teens and adults about the use and availability of meth in Wyoming

In Our Opinion: Support Boys and Girls Club project Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:52:08 -0600
Published Wednesday, July 23, 2008 in the WTE The announcement of plans to build a new Boys and Girls Club of Cheyenne in the southern part of this city is long overdue. The possibility of a new facility was made possible after six acres were donated by the development company Gateway South LLC. Club officials also hope to buy an additional six acres.

In Our Opinion: Judge wrong on wolf issue Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:52:08 -0600
Published Tuesday, July 22, 2008 in the WTE The decision by U.S. District Judge Donald Molloy to grant a preliminary injunction that places the gray wolf back on the endangered species list is a slap in the face to those in Wyoming who put in hard work on this matter.

Our View: Is there a need for a seventh penny? Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:20:41 -0600
Published Monday, July 21, 2008 in the WTE The city of Cheyenne and the Laramie County Commission are finding it difficult to stretch their street and road dollars these days. Not so long ago the average cost of building a road was about $1 million a mile. That has gone up past $3 million and is getting closer to $4 million.

Our View: Council is wrong on Norris beautification Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:20:45 -0600
Published Sunday, July 20, 2008 in the WTE The decision by a majority of the Cheyenne City Council last week to reject spending $1.2 million on beautification of the new Norris Viaduct sends the wrong message.

Our View: Board displays arrogance with secret meeting Sun, 6 Jul 2008 21:17:01 -0600
Published Sunday, July 6, 2008 in the WTE "I frankly am against open deliberations." Robert Moxley Board of Appeals member The decision by the Cheyenne Building Department Board of Appeals to meet behind closed doors last week shows how arrogant some public officials remain when it comes to the issue of open meetings.

Our View: Air Force needs to pay bill Sat, 28 Jun 2008 09:19:03 -0600
Published Wednesday, June 25, 2008 in the WTE While there is a dispute between the U.S. Air Force and the Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities over the amount of contaminated groundwater on the city-owned Belvoir Ranch, who picks up the tab for the cleanup shouldn't be in question.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Beware of candidates who want to tear this city apart Mon, 4 Aug 2008 09:57:00 -0600
Published Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008 in the WTE You could call them pacifiers. Or maybe panderers. But there are a number of candidates in this year’s city elections who are doing all that they can to tear Cheyenne apart by appealing to the baser natures n the fears, the anger and, yes, the greed n of certain parts of the city.

Reed Eckhardt Column: Some interesting choices for Cheyenne mayor Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:50:58 -0600
Published Saturday, July 26, 2008 in the WTE Cheyenne voters are facing an interesting set of choices for mayor come primary election day on Aug. 19.

Reed Eckhard Column: Councilman's Laybourn's woes are not with WTE, but himself Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:24:47 -0600
Published Saturday, July 19, 2008 in the WTE The man in the pickup next to me is no friend of the Wyoming Tribune Eagle.

Ella M. Cross Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:37:25 -0600
1943-2008 Ella Marie Cross, 65, died Aug. 2 at Wyoming Medical Center.

Justin J. Barnes Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:37:21 -0600
1978-2008 Justin J. Barnes, 29, of Cheyenne died Aug. 1 in Buford.

Anthony J. Meza Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:37:19 -0600
1955-2008 Anthony John Meza, 53, of Cheyenne died Aug. 4 at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Vera L. Huson Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:37:18 -0600
1929-2008 Vera L. Huson, 79, of Cheyenne, died Aug. 4 in Denver due to complications from surgery.

Manford M. Twitchell Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:37:16 -0600
1946-2008 Manford Marion Twitchell (lovingly known as Twitch'), 62, passed away at his home July 19 in Sallisaw, Okla., where he had lived the last five years.

Ross Walker Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:37:14 -0600
1934-2008 Ross Walker, 73, of Cheyenne died July 31 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center.

Expert speaks at education conference Wed, 6 Aug 2008 14:53:17 -0600
It was Ashleigh Molloy's daughter that sparked his interest in the role paraprofessionals play in classrooms.

Man accused of throwing monitor after refund refused Wed, 6 Aug 2008 14:39:49 -0600
A customer at the Eastridge Movies 4 theater told police he threw a computer monitor through a glass door Tuesday evening after being refused a refund.

Council gives OK to grant application Wed, 6 Aug 2008 14:39:49 -0600
A business incubator created in hopes of building a stronger business community is one step closer to fruition.

Canadian rodeo star and 14 horses die in crash Wed, 6 Aug 2008 14:25:08 -0600
RYCROFT, Alberta -- A veteran rodeo star and 14 of his horses were killed in a head-on collision in western Canada, police said Wednesday.

Livestock killed by wolves in Bitterroot Valley Wed, 6 Aug 2008 14:25:08 -0600
MISSOULA, Mont. -- A lamb was killed by a wolf this week in the Bitterroot Valley in Montana.

Firefighter back after griz encounter Wed, 6 Aug 2008 14:25:08 -0600
GREAT FALLS, Mont. -- A firefighter is back on the fire lines Wednesday in Yellowstone National Park after a weekend run-in with a grizzly bear.

School facilities board reworks rules, regs Wed, 6 Aug 2008 14:25:08 -0600
The Wyoming School Facilities Commission will vote later this month to continue operating under emergency rules while commissioners rework a set of possible rules and regulations based on comments made by the state Legislative Services Office.

Three hurt by lightning Wed, 6 Aug 2008 11:04:58 -0600
STURGIS, S.D. -- Authorities say two or three people were injured by a lightning strike in a large campground at Sturgis.

Calmer weather on Wyo fire Wed, 6 Aug 2008 11:04:58 -0600
CODY -- Cooler temperatures and lighter winds are expected to help firefighters battling a wildfire burning east of Yellowstone National Park.

Rally tally shows fewer drug, DWI arrests Wed, 6 Aug 2008 11:04:58 -0600
STURGIS, S.D. -- Figures from the South Dakota Highway Patrol indicate drug and drunken driving arrests are down so far at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. But the total number of citations is up over last year.

Park Co. raises burial payments Wed, 6 Aug 2008 11:04:58 -0600
CODY -- The Park County Commission has voted to increase the amount of money paid for indigent burials from $1,500 to $2,500.

Wyoming inmate dies in Rawlins Wed, 6 Aug 2008 10:07:52 -0600
David Allen Maher, an inmate at the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins, died yesterday at the penitentiary following an extended illness.

Officials end search for mountain lion in east Casper Wed, 6 Aug 2008 13:29:46 -0600
Officials from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department shot a mountain lion with a tranquilizer gun Tuesday night, but the animal jumped several fences and wasn't relocated.

Nations weigh new Iran sanctions Wed, 6 Aug 2008 08:42:31 -0600
WASHINGTON -- Six nations agreed Wednesday to pursue new U.N. sanctions against Iran after it failed to accept incentives offered in hopes of defusing the dispute over its nuclear program, the State Department said.

Judge agrees to unseal documents in anthrax probe Wed, 6 Aug 2008 08:27:21 -0600
WASHINGTON -- The chief judge of Washington's federal courthouse on Wednesday unsealed hundreds of pages of documents in the FBI's nearly 7-year investigation of anthrax mailings that killed five people.

Wall Street opens lower on Freddie Mac loss Wed, 6 Aug 2008 08:03:24 -0600
NEW YORK -- Stocks declined Wednesday, a day after a big rally, as troubled mortgage financier Freddie Mac reported a larger-than-expected second-quarter loss and touched off fresh concerns about the financial sector.

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