Monthly Archives for September 2011
Other states attack suicide from the top
Part of a four-day series on suicide in Wyoming. By JACKIE BORCHARDT - Star-Tribune staff writer They tried donuts, sandwiches, everything they could think of to entice doctors to share suicide prevention techniques and raise awareness. But the doctors didn’t come, … Continue reading
Running like a warrior
My friend Jenni posted on Facebook for friends to sign up for the Warrior Dash, a trail run featuring several military-type obstacles, in southern Wisconsin. Man, I thought, I would if I were closer. Obstacle races haven’t reached Wyoming yet. … Continue reading
Prevention programs target Wyoming youth
Part of a four-day series on suicide in Wyoming. By JACKIE BORCHARDT - Star-Tribune staff writer Classroom door shut, lights dimmed, a Powerpoint presentation lit one wall. “Suicide is a tough subject, but it’s everyone’s business.” Ray Pacheco, a program coordinator … Continue reading
Wyoming family follows long path to healing from suicide
Part of a four-day series on suicide in Wyoming. By JACKIE BORCHARDT - Star-Tribune staff writer The boxer shorts were one piece of the puzzle that didn’t fit. Kameron Reichert, 17, walked around the house in his boxers as long as … Continue reading
Return to running
Long time, no post. I blame it on busy days at work — school starting and lots of state issues — and having way too many fun summer things to do when I’m not working. I was a little homesick … Continue reading