The Voice of the Community Since 1909, Serving Moorcroft and Pine Haven, Wyoming
The Voice of the Community Since 1909, Serving Moorcroft and Pine Haven, Wyoming
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Dick William Graham went to be with his Lord and Savior, on January 9, 2024, after a courageous fight against AML. Dick was born April 4, 1948, or as he would say 4-4-48, to Joe and Eunice (Prell) Graham and welcomed home to the ranch by his big brother, Joe, known by everyone else as Dave. He attended country school until the sixth grade and then he continued his education in Moorcroft, Wyoming. Dick was an athlete competing in football, basketball and track. During his time as an athlete, he...
Pine Haven's Grande Vista Sanitary Sewer Extension Project is anticipated to be complete by the summer of 2025. To ensure compliance with municipal ordinance, the owners of the seven lots along the southeast end of Grande Vista Drive must connect to Pine Haven's water and sewer lines. At a recent public hearing in preparation for the project's local improvement district, the council met with property owners to go over associated costs and concerns about this endeavor. Mayor Karla Brandenburg urg...
Zoning for Crook County By Crook County residents have vigorously opposed rural zoning in the past but, with the influx of several subdivisions in recent years and no legal avenue to control developers, some appear to have changed their view. Throughout January, hired consultant for planning and zoning, Jayna Watson, has been addressing ranchers and other county citizens who are and will be most impacted by the slow flood of new neighbors as well as this possible change in how officials may...
Crook County Sheriff Jeff Hodge attended last week's meeting of the Pine Haven Council to address questions and concerns previously shared with Deputy Cody Lenz regarding the possibility of contracting with the sheriff's department ordinance enforcement and the rather more pressing issue of discharging firearms in town. Lernz was able to answer in part but, after discussing the matter with his superior, the sheriff wanted to speak to the council and answer in more depth. The first topic was the...
On December 20, police assisted Moorcroft EMS on an emergency call. On December 23, police assisted Wyoming Highway Patrol on a traffic accident on I-90 at mile marker 152 while they were enroute. Upon WHP arrival, Officer cleared the scene, nothing further. On December 24, police assisted Moorcroft EMS on an emergency call. On December 29, police responded to a traffic accident on S. Big Horn near Mousse Lodge Salon. Vehicle struck light pole on sidewalk. Officer gathered driver’s information and informed the Town of Moorcroft of the damage t...
Jan. 8 – Five VIN checks. Four business checks. Traffic stops. Two citizen assists. House watch. Welfare check. Fire page. Jan. 9 – Two VIN checks. Paper service. Two traffic stops. Two citizen assists. Welfare check. Wanted person. Business check. Animal complaint. Two EMS pages. Jan. 10 – Four VIN checks. Paper service. Traffic stop. Prisoner transport. Parking problem. Five house watches. Three business checks. Drugs. EMS page. Jan. 11 – Two VIN checks. Two paper services. Traffic stop. C...
Speeding – Elbert Perez-Garcia, Denison, IA, 93/75, $150; William Murray, Grand Forks, ND, 80/70, $105; Joseph Donarski, Spearfish, SD, 85/65, $230; (truck) – Dilshod Tilaboev, Brooklyn, NY, 72/45, $490 Yield Sign Violation – Whitney L. Stull, Sundance, WY, $140 Stop Sign Violation – Tudor Gurulea, Gillette, WY, $140; Scott W. Brown, Newcastle, WY, $140 Drive Vehicle Within Single Lane – Liubov Fedorova, Box Elder, SD, $90 Expired Temporary License Permit/Improper Registration – Thomas Hart...
GILLETTE - While coal is still king in Campbell County, oil and gas are still the second and third largest contributors to the county's economy, as far as taxable value goes. Across the state, natural gas production has been on a steady decline since 2009, while oil production has been more up and down. According to a report put out by the Wyoming State Geological Survey this month, the state's oil production has not yet surpassed its 2019 high, while nationwide oil production has surpassed...
Salt River Range avalanche kills former Jackson resident JACKSON (WNE) - David Rice, 41, was caught and killed in an avalanche Sunday in the mountains east of Star Valley Ranch. Rice, an avid musician, lived in Jackson for years and owned Jackson Hole Music, the only music store in town, before closing the shop last year. Until June 2021, he also owned a guitar store in Boulder, Colorado. Rice was killed after a week of sustained snowfall dropped over three feet of snow in the Tetons. That snow...
The University of Wyoming Extension will offer eight private pesticide applicator education programs at various locations in northeast Wyoming Jan. 25 through March 14, 2024. Private applicator licenses are required for anyone who applies or supervises the application of Restricted Use Pesticides (RUPs). The four-hour private applicator education programs provide an overview of certification requirements, pertinent regulations, pesticide safety and handling, proper disposal practices and more....
A meal of chicken and dumplings creates a sense of coziness. Chicken and dumplings combine cooked chicken simmered with dumplings in a flavorful, creamy broth. Additional vegetables, like carrots, onion, and celery, are also routinely part of the recipe, adding savoriness. Herbs and seasonings are also often added to brighten the flavor. Avoid flavorless chicken and doughy dumplings. With these top tips, you can ensure your chicken and dumplings are a phenomenal meal. Chicken – Rather than using...
As her Honored Queen project for the Fall 2023 term, Gracie Davis of Sundance decided to benefit Crook County Family Violence. The girls purchased fleece kits and tied blankets to donate to the organization. Then on Dec. 20, 2023, Gracie presented the blankets to Sandy Stevens of CCFV. Sandy expressed appreciation for the donation. Job's Daughters is an organization for girls, ages ten to 20, where they learn to organize events, serve their community, express themselves in speech and have fun....
Moorcroft Friends of the Library will be meeting on Tuesday, January 23, at 1:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join the meeting. They plan to discuss a possible fundraiser in March. Teens (seventh grade and up) and adults are invited to join us for dinner and trivia on Monday, January 29. We will join with Impact Youth Mentorship to provide a FREE soup dinner, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Through The Decades trivia will begin at 7. Reserve your spot for the next Adult Craft Class on Thursday, February...
HS Boys Basketball Moorcroft – 65, Edgemont – 45 Moorcroft – 49, Newell – 45 Moorcroft – 32, Faith – 64 HS Girls Basketball Moorcroft – 57, Oelrichs – 31 Moorcroft – 29, New Underwood – 34 Moorcroft – 36, Newell – 48...
The Wolves wrestling team took the weekend off due to the cold temperatures. They were scheduled to compete in the Annual Cowboy/Cowgirl tournament in Miles City, MT, but canceled so as not to travel in the cold weather. They then scheduled to attend the tournament in Newcastle as the closer route, but last minute it was canceled, leaving them to take the weekend off. Coming up for the Wolves, this Friday and Saturday, is their home tournament, the Dylan Humes Memorial Mixer. This tournament...
WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION TO BID The Wyoming Department of Transportation will receive bids uploaded to the Public Purchase website, until 11:00 A.M., Mountain Time on February 15, 2024, at which time they will be publicly opened and read for FURNISHING MAINTENANCE JANITORIAL AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE AT THE NORTHEAST WELCOME CENTER. A MANDATORY Pre-Bid Inspection will be held at 10:00 A.M., Mountain Time on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at the Northeast Welcome...
Meeting – Seeking Board Member Do you love history and want to make a positive impact in our communities? The Crook County Museum District is seeking a board member. Send questions and/or a letter of interest to [email protected]. Interested parties are encouraged to attend the next board meeting at 5:00 p.m. on January 22, 2024 in Hulett at the Greater Community Center. Publish: December 7 and 14, 2023; January 11 and 18, 2024...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE ORGANIZATION OF THE BEULAH IMPROVEMENT AND SERVICE DISTRICT BEFORE THE BOARD OF CROOK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with W.S. §22-29-109 that a hearing is to be held on behalf of those petitioning for a service and improvement district before the County Commissioners as follows: 1. The name of the proposed district shall be the "Beulah Improvement and Service District." 3. The proposed district is located within Crook County, Wyoming,...
ADVERTISEMENT AND INVITATION FOR BIDS TOWN OF PINE HAVEN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT SEPARATE SEALED BIDS FOR THE FURNISHING OF: TOWN OF PINE HAVEN – BOE DRIVE WATERLINE PROJECT NUMBER 10369981 GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS: Installation of approximately 4,000 LF of 6” waterline and 7 fire hydrants to connect the waterline on Boe Drive to Pendleton Drive waterline loop and connect 6” waterline on Woodland Drive from Sunrise Court to Boe Drive, installation of 3 new fire hydrants and valves on Lakev...
Crook County School District #1 Notice is hereby given that the Crook County School District #1 Board of Trustees issued warrants for the following bills exceeding $500.00 at the regular meeting of the board held on JANUARY 15TH, 2024 IN MOORCROFT, WYOMING. To Whom Paid Purpose of Expenditure Amount General Fund 21 ELECTRIC Building Repairs $798.75 ABLE LLC Consulting Services $2,130.00 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES Supplies $2,644.37 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES Tools $14,906.20 AMERICAN SOLUTIONS FOR...
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AT THE COURTHOUSE IN SUNDANCE, CROOK COUNTY, WYOMING Tuesday, January 16, 2024 8:30 o'clock a.m. Present were Chairman Fred M. Devish, via Teams, Vice-Chairman Kelly B. Dennis, via conference call, Member Bob Latham and County Clerk Melissa Jones. Bob moved to sign a letter to BLM in response to Draft RMP & EIS for the Rock Springs RMP Revision and for the clerk to use the chairman's signature stamp on said letter. Kelly seconded, all ayes,...
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmembers Dale Petersen, Austin Smith, Bob Stewart and Heidi Humpal Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Cheryl Schneider, Attorney Pat Carpenter, Police Chief Bill Bryant, Public Works Director Cory Allison, Fire Chief Jeff Holberg and HDR Engineer Heath Turbiville Mayor Glenn called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Roll call was taken with all council present. Clerk...
