In late April I spoke at two congressional briefings in Washington, D.C. Briefings are an opportunity to educate and build support for our work. One of the briefings focused on one of my favorite …
Whenever life becomes too turbulent, I like to visit Robert Smithson’s most famous work of art — Spiral Jetty. He completed it in Utah in 1970, yet three years later both he and the jetty were …
A spider ran across the couch and I caught him, then carefully scrutinized the area. Later, I thought, why is it when we see a spider, we look for others, as if science has kept something from us … …
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When was the last time you thought about your neck? It’s easy to overlook, but your neck is a remarkably busy place. It houses the spinal cord, carrying signals between your brain and the rest …
Libraries are a vital part of our rural communities. That’s why I invite you to celebrate the library in your small town during National Library Week, April 19 to 25. These book-filled …
A couple of years ago, Elon Musk’s Space X Crew Dragon Spacecraft docked with the International Space Station while going 17,500 miles per hour. As I told Gar about it, I chortled, “It’s hard …
There was a time in Wyoming when leadership was measured a little differently. Not by who could stir up the most outrage or say “no” the loudest. Not by turning every disagreement into a …
Natural resources are one of America’s greatest strengths. Gas, coal, rare earth elements, liquid natural gas and crude oil exports have powered the nation’s economy, helped put food on the table …
Technology is changing my behavior in embarrassing ways. More than once I’ve tried swiping photos in a photo album like I do on my phone. It doesn’t work. And I’ve caught myself wanting to …
We are in a time of great economic change. The global economy is reorienting itself, new technologies are providing new opportunities and demands, and demographic changes in American society are …
T here’s one thing for which you should be deeply grateful: Only you and God have all the facts about you. I can tell you with great certainty: Gar doesn’t want to know anymore about me than …
Every year I ask my students, “How old is old?” The answers vary, but the most honest response I’ve ever received came from a patient who said, “Old is 10 years older than my age.” We all …
Cardiovascular disease remains the most common cause of death in the US as well as a very common cause of chronic illness and disability. Heart attacks, heart failure, and strokes result in about …
Wyoming has been powering this country for over a century. If you look at the Wyoming state flag, specifically the seal in the middle of the bison, there is a miner pictured to represent the priority …
Leaving Wyoming, we made it to our kids in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, the first night. Our 5-year-old granddaughter, Quinn, was holding the neighbor’s cat they were babysitting. I asked its name …
Dear Rusty: I have been working somewhat consistently since commencing my Social Security benefit income. I’ve been collecting since my full benefit age of 66, approximately. I’m now 81, and …
Take a moment to breathe. Close your eyes. Slowly inhale through your nose, pause, and gently exhale through your mouth. After a few steady breaths, you likely feel more relaxed and ready for the …
Starting this March, the Kemmerer Gazette will cost $3 per issue, and our subscription will increase to $15 per month. We know that is a meaningful change. We also believe our readers deserve a …
A free people can only make wise and informed decisions when they accept accurate information. Nowhere is that more important than in understanding how tax dollars are collected and spent. …