Trees ailing at county courthouse

The Sweetwater County Commissioners voiced opposition to cutting down trees in front of the county courthouse.

Last week, Karen Bailey, head of custodial services for the county, said the evergreen trees are in bad shape and may need to be pulled out. The trees, located at the front and North 1st West side of the courthouse, have been cut to resemble bonsai.

While Bailey admits immediate action isn’t needed, she said nothing will be left of the bonsai if they continue trimming. She also said the heavy snows the county experienced also damaged the trees, breaking their branches.

Bailey said tri...