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Wed, 01/14/2026 - 19:18

Guest Editorial: Commissioners respond to outcry over Pronghorn

The Converse County Board of Commissioners would like to address the recent public discussion and concerns surrounding the proposed Pronghorn H2 project on public lands within Converse County.

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Converse and Niobrara county residents pack like sardines into meeting room one as they attend the public hearing regarding the Pronghorn H2 and Sidewinder wind leases on state trust lands Thursday, Jan. 8, at the Converse County Library (Douglas).

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SLBC meeting Jan. 8 in Douglas to include public comment period on wind leases

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Guest Editorial: Commissioners respond to outcry over Pronghorn

01/14/2026 - 19:18
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Converse and Niobrara county residents pack like sardines into meeting room one as they attend the public hearing regarding the Pronghorn H2 and Sidewinder wind leases on state trust lands Thursday, Jan. 8, at the Converse County Library (Douglas).

Residents criticize state wind decision as Gray renews call to rescinding Pronghorn H2 lease

01/14/2026 - 18:57
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Ross Tucker (from left), Eddie Meza, Scott Baumann, Blake Hollon and Tevis Langel work on a Jet A fuel gas tank Tuesday, Dec. 23, at the Converse County Municipal Airport.

New above-ground jet fuel tanks land at county airport

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Attorney general files appeal over Peasley’s ruling against Pronghorn H2 wind farm leases

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The sign on the door to the “family room” limits access. Some in Glenrock have criticized the move, while CCL Director Mary Lin Maner said it was due to disruptive behavior issues.

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Glenrock area rancher Mike Stephens holds an historical photo of the land near his ranch as the property for the proposed wind farm stretches into the background. (Cinthia Stimson photo)

Judge rules against state on Pronghorn Wind lease

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Wreaths Across America set in Converse County communities Dec. 13

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Casino Party USA (photo above) provided roulette, poker and other gaming tables to Glenrock and area residents for a night of gambling fun for a good cause – the Glenrock Veterans Park, presently in the making. (Cinthia Stimson photo)

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This map shows the expansion area of Natural Bridge Park following the Converse County Commission’s commitment to purchase 220 acres surrounding the park’s boundaries.

Park to increase by 220 acres

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Veteran’s Day celebration Nov. 11 at high school

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Town responds to banks’ lawsuit battles

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Athena (left) and Harper cut out lengths of string to add their own patterns of beads so they can make their own fashion during the B&GC of Glenrock’s 25th Anniversary celebration Oct. 9. The Celebration was primarily ran by the kids due to their overwhelming number and excitement as they celebrated the building, program and most importantly the people that care for them. (Clifford J. Smith photo / The Glenrock Independent)

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