David Settle
Any Vacation Plans Before School Starts? – Survey of the Day
It’s approaching mid-August, which means school is just around the corner and the end of summer break. Some of you have already taken a vacation or two, while others are trying to get away at the last minute. For some, they may be asking, what break?
Who’s the Best Summer Olympian from the US? – Survey of the Day
A big debate is on. With the 2012 Summer games in London in full swing, swimmer extraordinaire Michael Phelps continues to re-write the records books seemingly each time he’s in the pool. That has stirred up the discussion about past greats from the US at the Games.
How Will the Cowboys do in 2012? – Survey of the Day
College football season is right around the corner. We also know that most people around here are fans of the hometown Wyoming Cowboys.
Which UW Football Kick-off Time Do You Prefer? – Survey of the Day
Wyoming Cowboy home football games can make Laramie a busy place during the fall. Thursday, UW announced the start times for their six home football dates in 2012.
Did You Attend Freedom Has A Birthday? – Survey of the Day
The unofficial start to the annual Laramie Jubilee Days celebration was two days ago, when Freedom Has A Birthday took over Washington Park. It’s one of the more popular events in the Gem City year in and year out.
With a fire ban in effect in Albany County, some may have been deterred from going camping. Plus
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Is Obamacare a Good Fit for Laramie? – Survey of the Day
One of the hottest topics of the past few years, nationwide, has been health care. Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of President Barack Obama’s 2010 health care law.
What’s Worse: Smoke or Mosquitoes? – Survey of the Day
Summertime in Laramie is one of the most enjoyable times of the year, but there are hazards, particularly those pesky mosquitoes or even this summer, smoke from nearby wildfires.
Recently we’ve discussed the annoyance those mosquitoes bring to town and also the disruptions that mother nature can cause. Both
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What’s Your Favorite Feature of Nature to Photograph? – Survey of the Day
Nature can paint such a pretty picture in Laramie and the surrounding area. The scenic beauty is certainly considered a big draw to the town and valley. With the Laramie Range, the Snowy Range and plenty of outdoor activities, picture taking can become a quick hobby or profession.
Cowboy Joe Club Golf Series to Play in Laramie
The annual Cowboy Joe Club golf series, presented by Ford, makes its stop in Laramie Friday at Jacoby Golf Course. These events take place over a four-month stretch during the spring and summer as part of fundraising efforts by the Cowboy Joe Club.
Will Leonard Washington Play for the Wyoming Cowboys Next Season? – Survey of the Day
Wyoming Cowboy fans know how valuable Leonard Washington was as a red-shirt junior to the team last season. He was a second-team All-Mountain West and All-District 17 selection and led UW in scoring (12.9 ppg) and rebounding (6.9 rpg). It all was part of the 21-12 season, in which the Cowboys were back in the post-season for the first time since 2009...
What’s Your Favorite Part of the Memorial Day Weekend – Survey of the Day?
Memorial Day, and this weekend has come to mean a lot of different things to a lot of different people in our nation. The day itself was originally known as “Decoration Day” and originated after the American Civil War in 1868. It’s celebrated on the last Monday in May and became an official federal holiday in 1971...
Do You Ever Bike to Work? – Survey of the Day
A lot of people that live in Laramie enjoy the outdoors, and particularly all the activities you can do outside that are in and around the Gem City. One popular way to exercise or simply just get out and about is bicycling.
Whether competitive or not, our community has numerous cyclists who delight in being able to go for a casual ride, train for specific events or utilize their bike to get them w