            Tuesday, February 09, 2010
        

Behind The Scenes

PLEASE SIGN THE PETITION HERE AND HELP TWEET IT ALONG TO 10,000!

So, is this the quiet after the flood or the calm before the storm? The “No Place for Hate” banners were voted down on Jan. 18 4-3 by the Platte County District #1 school board. Superintendent Stuart Nelson had them taken down the next day. Many students involved in the program, some of their parents, and a good number of local residents objected.

Enter The Media. Wyoming newspapers and blogs and Channel 9 News from Denver were the first to report on the Banning of the Banners. A Facebook Page and an online petition encouraged followers and signatures. Letters to the Editor, OpEd pieces, and comments flooded local papers. It’s February, and Wheatland, WY has made national and international news.

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LETTER TO Superintendent Nelson and Board of Trustees

Melody Wilhelm Brooks (class of 1986)

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Bankruptcy filings climb in Wyoming
CHEYENNE -- At the beginning of the year, Wyoming was ranked with the nation's second-fastest increase in bankruptcies.

State applies for $160M in federal grant money
CHEYENNE -- Wyoming is asking for nearly $160 million in federal money from the Race to the Top grant program.

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Another WHS Alum Tells His Story

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OPEN LETTER from BETH SHEPARD

Beth Shepard (WHS 1987, kindergartner's parent)

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The Banners: "Time to Move On"

Sammy Faye

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PCRT Headlines

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It's a wrap: Glendo project completed
Pennies certainly go a long way sometimes. In terms of the Capital Facilities One Percent Sales Tax, they helped fund the construction of the new Glendo Emergency Services Building. In a matter of months since the contract was awarded to Norb Olind Construction

$54 million modifications to Glendo Dam planned in case 'extreme flood event' occurs
Glendo Dam will be undergoing modifications equaling $54 million during the next two years. During an informational meeting Friday, Jan. 29 in Glendo, the Bureau of Reclamation stated modifications would be made on the Dam and Dikes to allow the Glendo Dam a greater

Commissioner's Comments
This past year passed quickly. Just over a year ago I was sworn in as a county commissioner. New on the job, I had a lot to learn and experience. Over the following twelve months the nature of the office changed. It seemed at first

Platte County Feeder Tour is back
The Platte County Feeder Tour is a tradition that has been occurring in our area since the 1920's. All residents are invited to attend the tour that will be visiting one of the oldest and most innovative ranches in the area. This year

Controversy follows School Board's decision
Although debate may still continue among students and other groups, both school administrators and the Platte County School District #1 Board of Trustees feel it is time to move on from a decision to take down banners on display at the Wheatland High and West

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Now, the Shadow on Health Care

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Hospital/Nursing Home Lease Issues Decided

April 5, 2009

Dear Editor,

Kudos to the Hospital District Board, Banner Health, and all involved in the successful negotiation of the new hospital/nursing home lease. Thank you for your diligence as you grappled with some …

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Rooting for Platte County Health Care

Platte County is at a crossroads as it plans for the future of the hospital and nursing home. Let's come together and figure this one out!

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Nursing Homes for Sale in Wyoming

Wyoming Business Report
CASPER -- Sunwest Management Co. of Salem, Ore., has tentatively agreed to sell …

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On the Nursing Home: Rescued from the Comments

A Silent Majority Who Prefers to Remain Anon

Banner is a great part of the community. They and their employees contribute much, and receive much in return. However, Banner is not the only company who could or would successfully run the hospital and nursing home.…

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Forget Disneyland, People Flocking to Gang Turf Instead

Divorce Registry? No Kidding!

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Did You Really Watch the WHOLE Game?

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Wyoming News

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Elk testing project ends
BOULDER -- Wyoming Game and Fish Department staff have wrappedup a five-year pilot program aimed at reducing brucellosis in thePinedale elk herd unit.

Mont. man dies in avalanche
A Dillon, Mont., snowmobiler was killed by an avalanche Saturdaywhile riding in the Squaw Creek area in west-central Wyoming nearGreys River.

Biologists check report of wolf pack in Colo.
DENVER -- Biologists working with the owners of a westernColorado ranch are trying to determine if wolves have settledthere.

Elk testing project ends

The Onion

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[video] Insidious Worm Makes Unauthorized Purchases When Computer User Is Drunk
Computer experts say individuals with upcoming bachelor parties or afterwork get-togethers are especially vulnerable to cyber attacks resulting in fraudulent late-night purchases.

In Focus: Latino Community Empowered By Coke Commercial
LOS ANGELES--A Coca-Cola commercial celebrating Latin American culture made its debut on several major networks last week, empowering and uplifting Latinos nationwide, sources reported Monday.