Guthrie County Newspapers 
The bill introduced by Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen in South Dakota seeks to tie Medicaid expansion to federal funding levels, specifically ensuring that if the federal government reduces its funding share below 90%, Medicaid expansion in the state would be discontinued. This bill, which has already passed the state House and made it out of … Read more
It looks like Nevada’s Democratic senators are taking a more bipartisan stance when it comes to energy policy. Their support for overturning the Biden-era rule requiring archaeological reports before offshore drilling suggests they’re prioritizing economic or energy concerns, even if it means breaking with their party. Given Nevada’s mining and energy interests, their votes might … Read more
Governor Joe Lombardo’s letter to Congress urging the protection of Medicaid funding underscores the vital role the program plays in Nevada’s health system. Medicaid, which covers one in four Nevadans, is crucial for the state’s low-income and vulnerable populations, and proposed cuts to this safety net could have severe repercussions. Lombardo specifically warns against rolling … Read more
This article highlights the challenges faced by West Virginia’s Democratic lawmakers in the state legislature, where they hold minimal power in a predominantly Republican-controlled House and Senate. Despite their efforts to introduce bills addressing key issues like utility bills, child care, and public education, most of their legislation faces significant hurdles, either stalling in committee … Read more
The rally in Salt Lake City reflects growing concerns over the government’s approach to efficiency and spending cuts. Protesters, led by individuals like Lee Moss and Barbara Joan Gale, expressed frustration with what they perceive as a chaotic and unchecked effort to reduce government spending. Their criticism targets the Department of Government Efficiency DOGE team, … Read more
In her speech on Wednesday, Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer appealed directly to young men, urging them to avoid falling behind previous generations. She acknowledged the shift of young men toward Trump in the recent election, particularly among Black and Latino men, who were drawn to his economic and job-focused message. Whitmer, eyeing a potential … Read more
This case highlights a disturbing misuse of government benefits, and it’s a reminder of the importance of proper oversight when it comes to Social Security payments. While the sentence of probation and community service reflects some level of accountability, many might feel that the financial restitution should be emphasized more heavily. It’s clear that Shamari … Read more
The lawsuit filed by ACLU attorneys on behalf of the United Farm Workers and five Kern County residents accuses the U.S. Border Patrol of conducting a fishing expedition during a three-day raid in early January. The raid targeted people of color, particularly farmworkers and day laborers, alleging indiscriminate arrests and deportations. The complaint claims that … Read more
This article highlights the growing discontent among constituents in Oregon regarding the Trump administration’s proposed budget cuts and the efforts to reduce the federal workforce, which include layoffs at agencies like USAID, the Bonneville Power Administration, USDA, and the FDA. Lawmakers from both parties, including Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley and Republican Congressman Cliff Bentz, have … Read more
Cynthia Denise Melvin, a 59-year-old woman from Fayetteville, North Carolina, has pleaded guilty to running a large-scale scam that defrauded the Department of Education of $5 million in financial aid. From 2016 to 2023, Melvin orchestrated a straw student scheme, recruiting over 70 participants who pretended to be students applying for federal financial aid. She … Read more