Newcastle News Letter Journal

The News Letter Journal is a weekly publication based in Newcastle, Wyoming. It has been dedicated to the community of Weston County since its establishment in 1890.

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Hall-of-Famer - Sewell to be inducted into Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame

3 days ago | newslj.com | Alexis Barker

By Alexis Barker, NLJ News Editor Samuel “Sammy” Everett Sewell will be Weston County’s most recent contribution to the Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame, following in his family’s footsteps. “I, Debra Sewell, nominated my father, Samuel “Sammy” Everett Sewell for induction into The 2025 Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame. Julius “Jules” Bock was inducted into the Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame in 2023; he was Sammy’s grandfather,” Debra said in her nomination.
50-year-old US 16 bypass getting an upgrade

5 days ago | newslj.com | Alexis Barker

By Alexis Barker, NLJ News Editor Bridge closure expected ThursdayThe U.S. Highway 16 Bypass will be closed on Thursday, June 5, according to Laura Dalles, senior public relations specialist for the Wyoming Department of Transportation, District 4, although she noted that the closure depends on weather.
Episode 39 - Governor Gaslight Floods the Zone

1 week ago | newslj.com | Bob Bonnar |Alexis Barker

By Bob Bonnar and Alexis Barker Audio Your browser does not support the audio element. Episode39_GovernorGaslight.mp3 We take you off the page to discuss Governor Mark Gordon's motives in cutting Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock loose without any consequences for mishandling the 2024 general election.
Reunion in the works - All-school reunion will feature sports events, fundraisers

1 week ago | newslj.com | Mary Stroka

By Mary Stroka, NLJ Reporter Newcastle High School alumni will gather July 3-6 for the 2025 all-school reunion, which will offer a plethora of opportunities for students of every graduating class to reconnect. In addition to events that have been part of past reunions, such as a parade and fireworks, there are also several new events, such as a cornhole tournament and school tours.
No consequence for Clerk

2 weeks ago | newslj.com | Alexis Barker

By Alexis Barker, NLJ News Editor Gov. Mark Gordon will not be directing the Wyoming Attorney General to commence any action against Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock for mishandling of the 2024 general election, according to a press release dated May 23. “Governor Mark Gordon has completed his review of verified complaints against Weston County Clerk Becky Hadlock alleging acts of misconduct or malfeasance and requesting her removal from office,” the release says.
Get ready to fly the red, white and blue - Newcastle will host Wyoming American Legion convention for first time

2 weeks ago | newslj.com | Mary Stroka |Kim Dean

By Mary Stroka and Kim Dean — NLJ Reporter, NLJ Managing Editor Residents will likely see more red, white and blue next month because Newcastle’s Monroe-Bland Post 3 is hosting this year’s Wyoming American Legion convention for the first time. The convention runs from June 19 to 21. Members will begin arriving Thursday evening, and most events will happen on Friday and Saturday.
Hero - Edwin Henry Japp’s grand-niece reflects on how the family, community honored him

2 weeks ago | newslj.com | Mary Stroka

By Mary Stroka, NLJ Reporter Mary StrokaNLJ ReporterMany veterans decline to talk about their time in the military, and some military members never even have the chance. Edwin Henry Japp, who grew up in Osage and Upton, left Upton High School at age 17 to enlist on Feb. 24, 1942, in the United States Navy. He was killed in action on Nov. 13, 1942, at the Battle of Guadalcanal of World War II, at the tender age of 20.
The community role in business success

2 weeks ago | newslj.com | John Newby

By John Newby Small businesses are the backbone of local economies, yet their failure rates remain sobering. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 20% of small businesses fail within the first year, and nearly 60% don’t survive past their fifth year. In small-town America, these challenges are even more pronounced. Many entrepreneurs start with passion, limited budgets, and strong work ethics.
Adler: Remembering Justice David Souter: The Supreme Court could use more like him

2 weeks ago | newslj.com | David Adler

By David Adler, Ph.D. Many Americans may have missed this week the passing of Justice David Souter, who retired from the Supreme Court in 2009 after a distinguished 20-year career on the nation’s High Bench, but the oversight would be understandable. After all, it’s not every week, or even every century, that a sitting U.S. president publicly muses about suspending the Writ of Mandamus – known as the “Great Writ” because of its standing, as Chief Justice Salmon P.
Adler: Emoluments Clause means no airplane for Trump without congressional consent

2 weeks ago | newslj.com | David Adler

By David Adler, Ph.D. Editor’s note: This column was written before a Defense Department spokesman confirmed that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth had accepted the jetliner from Qatar and directed the Air Force to come up with a way to quickly upgrade it so it can become a new Air Force One.