Author: Caleb Nelson
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Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyoming), gave a commencement speech at the University of Wyoming where was introduced as the “first female Senator ever elected to represent the equality state.” Lummis was also booed by graduates for expressing views on science, biology, and the “existence of two sexes.” Lummis grew up on a ranch outside of Cheyenne,…
The national baby formula shortage is affecting Park County. Inventory at Walmart and Albertsons mirrors the situation across the country – a shockingly low supply. Retailers like Walmart have been forced to limit the sale of formula to “5 units per child for each customer” per day. The first formula recall was announced in February…
Darrell Steward, former Detention Deputy, Cody Police Officer, and State DCI (Division of Criminal Investigation) agent joined Mac Watson on Speak Your Piece (5/13/2022) to discuss his run for Park County Sheriff. Darrell Steward’s brother, Scott Steward, is currently the Park County Sheriff but Scott is not seeking re-election. The position of Park County Sheriff…
The House GOP leadership has enabled white nationalism, white supremacy, and anti-semitism. History has taught us that what begins with words ends in far worse. @GOP leaders must renounce and reject these views and those who hold them. — Liz Cheney (@Liz_Cheney) May 16, 2022 Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming says GOP leaders have…
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15th of each year as Peace Officers Memorial Day while also establishing National Police Week. More than 800,000 full-time law enforcement officers serve in communities across the U.S. and this includes the dedicated men and women of the Cody Police Department who play an…
Republican John Barrasso, the senior U.S. Senator from Wyoming, has strong words for the conference committee members on the United States Innovation and Competition Act (USICA). Barrasso is the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR). His remarks come as the result of a meeting between the House and Senate…
The Biden Administration announced a series of ecosystem restoration projects in over twenty states, tribes, and territories. These projects will receive nearly $68.4 million dollars during the fiscal year 2022 as per Biden’s “Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.” The U.S. Department of the Interior says the Biden Infrastructure Law is “a major investment in the conservation and…
The Public Affairs Office is advising visitors to anticipate winter weather and hazardous driving conditions in Yellowstone National Park in the coming days. The Office said travelers should, “anticipate temporary road closures and driving delays.” The East Entrance Road between the East Entrance and Fishing Bridge is temporarily closed due to winter weather and hazardous…
Aaron Buck, Airport Director at Yellowstone Regional Airport, joined Mac Watson on Speak Your Piece (5/6/2022) to address the challenges of a growing airport, the ongoing pilot shortages, and the reduced number of flights out of Cody, Wyoming. Regarding the cuts in flights and service, Buck says, “A lot of it has to do with…
Angela or “Angie” Johnson recently announced her decision to run for Park County Commissioner. Candidates running for Park County Commissioner run for open seats as they become available instead of directly challenging incumbents. When asked what prompted her decision to run for office, Johnson says, “like many responsibilities I have taken on throughout my working…