Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor Guidelines
- Keep letters under 500 words.
- Include your full name, city or town, email and phone for verification.
- Must be factually accurate and free of libel, personal attacks, hate speech or offensive language.
- Letters should be constructive — no back-and-forth personal arguments.
- Publication is not guaranteed; editors reserve the right to edit for length, clarity and style.
- A guest column and a letter to the editor are considered the same thing.
We will publish no more than one letter from the same reader within 30 days. No exceptions.
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Letter To The Editor: Wyoming’s Next Industry Isn't Replacing Fossil Fuels. It's Being Powered By Them.
Dear editor: Wyoming doesn't have to choose between its energy heritage and its economic future. Data centers can strengthen both by creating a new market for Wyoming natural gas while keeping more jobs, investment, and tax revenue in the state.
August 21, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Peabody Energy Needs To Keep Their Promises
Dear editor: It’s hard to watch what’s happening to my fellow retired miners who gave more than just 12 hour shifts to Peabody Energy. The miners have kept their promises. It’s time for Peabody Energy to keep theirs.
August 10, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Why Conservative Youth Support Chuck Gray
Dear editor: Mr. Gray has also shown that he takes no heed to what the liberal and RINO establishment opposition throws at him, often calling them out himself with a public audience. This defiance stands out to us in an environment rife with gatekeeping.
August 09, 2026
Letter To The Editor: The Only Remedy To Chuck Gray Is At The Ballot Box
Dear editor: At least 21 federal courts have since found no lawful basis for the Trump administration's demand for state voter data. No court has ruled otherwise. Yet, thanks to Chuck Gray, our confidential information remains in the hands of the federal government, unprotected.
August 09, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Jackass In A Tin Barn
Dear editor: Gov. Gordon's comment about Chuck Gray being a "jackass in a tin barn," couldn't have been more accurate. To quote Robert Downey, Jr. from the movie Tropic Thunder.....
August 07, 2026
Letter To The Editor: It's Time For Gordon To Stop, Look, And Listen
Dear editor: In a recent guest column, Gov. Gordon poo-poos public concerns about data centers and cites the old “Lead, Follow or Get out of the Way” quote. However, he would be wise to “Stop, Look and Listen” to the concerns of Wyoming citizens.
August 07, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Using Yard Sign Clusters To Figure Out How To Vote
Dear editor: If during this crowded primary you find yourself wondering what Republican candidate really represents your values, here's a quick way to tell.
August 07, 2026
Letter to the Editor: Our Republic Works Best When We All Participate
Dear editor: More than 271,000 ballots were cast in the 2024 general election, up from approximately 198,000 ballots cast in 2022. That represents nearly 73,000 more Wyomingites exercising their fundamental right to vote.
August 06, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Wyoming's People Have A Front Row Seat In New Energy Development
Dear editor: Wyoming does not have to choose between responsible energy development and meaningful public engagement. We have both, and in many ways, we have already shown the country how it can be done.
August 01, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Questions For The Wyoming GOP And Columnist Jonathan Lange
Dear editor: I usually read the platitudes Jonathan Lange belches out and move on to the next article, but in the case of his July 24 column I just had to gird my loins and write a response.
July 29, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Honoring Fallen Converse County Deputy Bryan P. Gross
Dear editor: On July 28th, 2026, I’d like to ask everyone to take a moment of silence to remember and honor Deputy Bryan P. Gross and his family. Deputy Gross gave his life in the line of duty while serving our community that day, trying to rescue a young girl from the swollen fast moving North Platte River."
July 27, 2026
Letter To The Editor: Rep. John Bear, Facts Matter — Especially When Making Serious Accusations
Dear editor: Rep. Bear recently claimed that "Lander parade-goers—including kids—were handed free condoms by the local LGBT advocacy group." If that happened, there should be evidence.
July 27, 2026