In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Richard Jones, a founder of Wyoming Citizens Against Normalization (WYCAN). Join us as Richard delves into the core mission of WYCAN, addressing the normalization of drug use, particularly focusing on cannabis issues in Wyoming.  Richard brings decades of experience, having served in law e...

Can you hear them coming? Over the past decade, well-funded forces have repeatedly tried to kick down the door to make marijuana legal in one form or another in Wyoming. The pro-pot camp has tried just about everything: They wanted to get it on the ballot. They've sought legislative action in the Wyoming House of Representatives. They've tried to g...

In the ongoing discourse surrounding the legalization of marijuana, Wyoming finds itself at a critical juncture. The potential consequences of embracing marijuana legalization demand a serious examination, particularly for businesses in the state. We want to underscore the gravity of the situation by addressing concerns surrounding workforce, workp...

 This week, we have a special guest joining us from Lovelock, Nevada - Heidi Lusby-Angvick, the Executive Director of the Pershing County Economic Development Authority. You might be wondering why we're reaching out to Nevada, but as you'll soon discover, the challenges and stories shared by Heidi can resonate with many communities across Wyom...

In recent years, the topic of marijuana legalization has taken center stage in the United States. Amidst changing attitudes and evolving legislation, promises have been made, but have they been kept? A thought-provoking Fox News piece by Laura Ingraham dives into the intricacies of this issue, shedding light on the unfulfilled pledges and the evolv...

For Eye on the Issues Episode 036, we have the privilege of hearing Anne Hassel's remarkable story as she shares her journey from being a marijuana user to becoming an advocate against its use. Anne's life took a different path when she was just 16 years old, feeling awkward and unhappy due to a challenging family environment. It was during a visit...

Welcome to "Eye on the Issues," where we delve into critical topics affecting our communities. In this thought-provoking interview, we sit down with Dr. Kenneth Finn, a renowned pain physician from Colorado Springs, CO, and a leading expert on marijuana and its consequences. Join us as Dr. Finn sheds light on the public health disaster that unfolde...

On this episode of Eye on the Issues, former Laramie County Juvenile Detention officer Dana Kennison shares experiences from his time working with troubled Wyoming youth. Dana shares the patterns he observed with first-time and repeat offenders. What were the outcomes? Did the kids have a good example at home? How did marijuana play a role, and wou...

Host Mike Garofalo sits down with Senator Dan Laursen from Senate District 19. Senator Laursen has served in the Wyoming Legislature since 2015. In this episode, they discuss the Senator's thoughts on Medicaid Expansion, the future of marijuana in Wyoming, and more.

by Stephen Klein In the Fall of 2013, I attended a presentation from the Cheyenne Police Department on marijuana enforcement in the city after Colorado's enactment of its recreational marijuana law the previous year. Chief Brian Kozak was matter-of-fact, and was not there to advocate but to simply update the audience. This was not, however, the pos...