In a rare editorial on Tuesday, May 27, Vice President General Manager Scott Eymer said, "We hope you'll vote yes on the rezoning for the Hyperion Resources project.  As a business located in and paying property taxes to Union County, like many others, KMEG and KPTH FOX 44 have a true stake in the outcome.  We believe voters should embrace the possibility of good paying jobs for our current residents and so our children can afford to stay and raise a family in Siouxland.  We believe the future economic viability of the region is at stake.    

"Our position is simple: we want to let the process work. 

"If rezoning is approved by the voters, Hyperion Resources will still have to answer the tough questions as it goes through the process of getting local, state and federal permits.  We don't support any shortcuts or special treatment for Hyperion Resources, and there are still major hurdles for the company. The proposed energy center may face several design changes to satisfy safety and environmental concerns. KMEG 14 and KPTH will be watching every step of the way. 

"Any number of things might force Hyperion to abandon the project.  But we don't believe the people of Union County should prevent the process from moving forward. The energy center project is needed to provide much needed economic stimulus. 

"And as the price of oil approaches $150 a barrel we feel growing vulnerability because of our reliance on foreign oil.  Let's be part of the solution.  We have an opportunity to help meet America's demand for domestic transportation fuels and enhance America's energy security by reducing dependence on foreign oil.

"It all starts with a YES vote on Tuesday."