Chamber looks forward to “fresh start”

Sundance Area Chamber of Commerce President presents Todd Kahler with an award commemorating his selection as Sundance’s Outstanding Citizen of the Year at the organization’s banquet on Friday.(Curt Moberg photo)

By Sarah Pridgeon The Chamber of Commerce, having elected its board for 2012, will begin exploring a number of fresh plans and events for the coming year, says Reggie Gaylord, President. To launch the chamber in its chosen new directions, several subcommittees have been established, each focusing on a specific area of interest. The...

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Rare earth shortage sparks international concern

Geologist Adrian VanRythoven (right) discussing the focus of the Bull Hill area of the Bearlodge with senior geologist Richard Larsen of Rare Element Resources. Larsen stated, “We will develop a reliable domestic rare element source and will always be compliant with mining and environmental laws. We will be good neighbors.” (Curt Moberg photo)

Wyoming to step up the search for new potential sources   By Sarah Pridgeon As the United States, in collaboration with the European Union and Japan, challenge the World Trade Organization against export restrictions on rare earth minerals from China, the Wyoming Geological Survey prepares to scope the state in the search for more...

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“False spring” triggers early fire season

By Sarah Pridgeon Crook County was among the low-lying areas of the state to be issued a Red Flag warning from the National Weather Service last week. Because the recent mild weather has caused a “false spring,” there is concern that the region’s fire season may begin much earlier this year. Eastern and northern...

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Redistricting plan gets approval

Crook, portions of Weston & Campbell Counties to make up new senate district   By Sarah Pridgeon The state’s redistricting plan passed the Senate vote last Thursday and now requires only Governor Matt Mead’s signature to become law. The plan, according to Senator Ogden Driskill, will significantly change the make-up of eastern Wyoming, and...

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City council to appoint new member

Council hopes to have Goodson replacement in place next month   By Sarah Pridgeon Following the announcement of Council Member Larry Goodson’s resignation at this month’s regular meeting of the City Council, Mayor Paul Brooks and the remaining council members have invited anyone with in interest in filling the position to step forward. Interested...

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