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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Saturday afternoon saw the 15th annual Harvest Feastival, sponsored by the Moorcroft Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC), celebrated at the MTC with 250-275 guests partaking. The MHS National Honor Society served 19 different soups to guests and judges throughout the evening. Everyone was allowed to vote on their favorite for Peoples' Choice, which was the zuppa, made by Dane Car. Then, the judges voted separately for Jacilyn Schosser's bacon cheeseburger. The famous baking contest returned this...
An unanticipated invoice was pulled from the bill list at last Wednesday’s meeting of the Moorcroft Council. “We are being billed by Campbell County Hospital for patient intercept,” Councilman Paul Smoot explained his concern. “We have not yet received patient or transport information on that, but it is a legitimate bill for $299.” Town Clerk/Treasurer Cheryl Schneider told the governing body that she had found the money to pay this bill in the ambulance budget. “They didn’t have a lot so I took it out of their ‘medical supplies’,” she...
The Moorcroft Unit 25 of the American Legion Auxiliary hosted a carry-in honoring veterans at the MTC cafeteria Friday night with ham, turkey, deviled eggs, rolls, potatoes and many other sides and delicious desserts. These women were asked why they expend the energy and time to prepare the dinners and other activities for the vets and Vicki Paddock answered, "To honor them – to show them our gratitude for what they've done." Many of the vets celebrated now are of the Viet Nam era. Speaking o...
Funeral service for Tom F. Davis, 85, of Moorcroft, Wyoming, will be held 2 p.m., Thursday, November 17, 2022 at First Presbyterian Church in Moorcroft, with Voy Cox officiating. Interment will follow in the Moorcroft Cemetery. Mr. Davis died at his home Thursday, November 10, 2022. Tom was born August 15, 1937, in Sundance, Wyoming, to Tex and Isabel (Zimmerschied) Davis of Moorcroft. He grew up cowboying, but his work also included road construction, all things related to the oil field, and ov... Full story
This is the time of year to celebrate old and new traditions with family and friends, like venturing into your favorite national forest to harvest your own Christmas tree. Black Hills National Forest Christmas tree permits are now available for purchase either online at Recreation.gov, from your local Forest Service office or from private vendors throughout the Black Hills. To purchase a permit online, visit Recreation.gov and search for Black Hills National Forest Christmas Tree Permit. It is important to carefully read the overview and...
Thank You If we somehow did not get you a thank you note mailed, please know we are very grateful for your support, kindness and love during Dick’s illness and passing. Johnnie Faye Claar and family... Full story
Public Works Director Sunny Schell spoke to the Pine Haven council at last Tuesday’s meeting regarding the dumping of garbage at the town maintenance shop. Due to the misuse of the cage that had previously stood in the shop yard for aluminum cans, Schell has removed the cage completely. “When I cleaned that cage, I filled the dumpster with household garbage and everything else plus the cans,” she said. “No more dumping, no more recycling at the city shop.” Pine Haven Mayor Karla Brandenburg spoke emphatically about yet another abuse of a feat...
After several months, the deep crack that ran the length of Goshen Street has been filled and sealed, according to Public Works Director Cory Allison. To deal with future cracking before it reaches similar straits, though, Mayor Ben Glenn wants a more preventative plan from the director. “I’d really rather stay on top of that than let it fall behind. Start game planning for spring and summer. I think that’s just something you need to stick in your hat,” he said. Glenn suggested planning such work to coincide with concurrent projects if possibl...
Gillette man arrested after stealing grandfather’s truck and guns and kicking deputy GILLETTE (WNE) — An 18-year-old man was arrested Sunday morning on a number of felony charges, including aggravated burglary, theft and interference. A 39-year-old woman said she was checking on her 67-year-old father’s home in the 1600 block of Shadetree Avenue when she discovered his truck, a 2017 Chevy truck, was missing. She learned that her 18-year-old son, Kolton Coleman, had the truck after he posted a picture on Snapchat of him inside it. Coleman did no...
For a second year, the Moorcroft Senior Center, in cooperation with Donna's Diner, has celebrated Veterans Day with free breakfasts for the warriors, past and present. Seventeen vets and their guests enjoyed a warm morning meal and time among others who share many memories. Army veteran Arnie Altaffer and wife Penny enjoyed the breakfast. Altaffer served in the jungles of Viet Nam from 1967 to 1969. "I was a combat veteran so I was out in the boonies," he said. Zien was his base camp, but he sel...
The Moorcroft Chamber of Commerce is once again gearing up for their annual Christmas Basket Project. This is a very worthwhile project and helps the less fortunate out during the holiday season. In past years, they have put together anywhere from 40-50 baskets so any kind of food or monetary donations would be greatly appreciated. For anyone needing a food basket, or, if you know of anyone needing a food basket, forms are available at the Moorcroft Post Office, Diehl’s Supermarket, Moorcroft Pinnacle Bank and the Coffee Cup Fuel Stop. Just f...
Congratulations to the Moorcroft Secondary Students of the Month for November 2022. These students were nominated and voted on by the staff based on their compassion. The staff at Moorcroft Secondary nominate students based on the compassion they show, as well as empathy, being kind, being inclusive, fair, open-hearted and ethical. Sponsors of the Student of the Month are Subway, Coffee Cup Fuel Stop and Pinnacle Bank....
Tuesday, November 8, the Lady Wolves took on the Sundance Lady Bulldogs in a district junior high matchup at home. The games started with a half game for the sixth graders and the team was victorious in this game, defeating the Bulldogs 14-8. Following this match-up, the seventh grade Wolves fought to defeat the bulldogs, but fell short, losing by only one point. The score was 12-13. Continuing the fight, the eighth grade Lady Wolves rose to the challenge and defeated the Bulldogs, 25-24, winning the game on a made free throw by Kimber...
NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE The following vehicle(s) will be sold at 11:00 a.m. on December 3, 2022 at 300 S. Big Horn Ave. Moorcroft, WY. A 1941 Chevy, Master Deluxe, VIN #21AG0541708 The seller claims $100.00 for expense of removal, preservation, custody, storage. A 1994 Chevy, S-10, VIN #1GCCS1441R8165533 A seller claims $100.00 for expense of removal, preservation, custody, storage and sale. Lloyd Hedlund PO Box 435 Moorcroft, WY 82721 307-391-6241 Publish: November 10 and 17, 2022... Full story
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AT THE COURTHOUSE IN SUNDANCE, CROOK COUNTY, WYOMING Tuesday, November 1, 2022 8:30 o’clock a.m. Present were Chairman Kelly B. Dennis, Vice-Chairwoman Jeanne A. Whalen, Member Fred M. Devish and County Clerk Melissa Jones. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited to the Flag. Jeanne moved to transfer funds as follows: Pursuant to Wyoming Statute 16-4-112, notice is given that a Resolution has been proposed to transfer $30,000.00 from Unanticipated Revenues to the County Sheriff E911 Call Works budge... Full story
TOWN OF PINE HAVEN ORDINANCE #5 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30, ZONING REGULATIONS, ARTICLE III, DISTRICTS, SEC 30-70 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-1),SEC 30-71 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-2), SEC 30-72 MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (MF-1), SEC. 30-74 BUSINESS AND COMMERICIAL DISTRICT (BC-1), SEC. 30-75 COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS (CI-1), DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS TO ADD MINIMUM CORNER LOT OR TRIANGLE LOT SETBACKS, OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF PINE HAVEN, WYOMING. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING... Full story
NOTICE OF IDENTIFICATION OF COUNTY ROADS UNDER W. S. 24-3-201 THROUGH W. S. 24-3-206 TO VACATE THE UNUSED AND UNIDENTIFIED PORTIONS OF COUNTY ROADS IN TOWNSHIP 50 NORTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6th P.M. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The Board of County Commissioners intends to identify county roads in accordance with Resolution No. 2019-4 within Township 50 North, Range 66 West of the 6th P.M. that are generally located east of Moorcroft, Wyoming and Southeast of Pine Haven, Wyoming in the Pine Ridge... Full story
Town of Moorcroft Public Meeting Wednesday, November 9th, 2022 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmen Dale Petersen, Dusty Petz and Paul Smoot Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Cheryl Schneider, Public Works Director Cory Allison, Chief Bill Bryant and HDR Engineer Heath Turbiville Mayor Glenn opened the public meeting at 6:00 pm to invite any public input on the Bike Pathways Feasibility Study. Heath went over the project and answered any questions from the Council. He stated one of the most challenging parts would be... Full story
Final Acceptance Crook County, Wyoming Dust Mitigation Project Notice of Final Acceptance To all persons, corporations or firms who have any claim for work done for or any materials furnished to Dustbusters, Inc. at PO Box 15, Evanston, WY 82931 for the Crook County Dust Suppression Project, located in Crook County, Wyoming. You are hereby notified that Crook County has accepted as completed, according to plans and specifications and rules set forth in the Agreement between the County and the aforementioned Contractor, the work in connection... Full story
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Wednesday, November 9th, 2022 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmen Dale Petersen, Austin Smith, Dusty Petz and Paul Smoot Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Cheryl Schneider, Police Chief Bill Bryant, Public Works Director Cory Allison and HDR Engineer Heath Turbiville Mayor Glenn called the meeting to order, and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Roll call was taken. Krissy Hinkhouse, Moorcroft Chamber representative, was present to visit ask permission to use the... Full story
CALL FOR BIDS Crook County School District #1 is seeking bids to add a Packaged Roof Top AC Unit at the Hulett School, Moorcroft High School and Sundance High School Gymnasiums. Bid documents are available at: CCSD #1 Central Office 122 State Highway 585 Sundance, Wyoming 82729 Or by email request to: [email protected] There will be a mandatory Pre-bid Meeting on Friday, December 2nd at 9 AM, starting at the Moorcroft High School, located at 47 Country Lane in Moorcroft, Wy 82721. Bids must be sent to: CCSD#1 Central office Attn: Randy Gill PO... Full story
On November 7, police were called to assist the Moorcroft Fire Department with traffic control at Coffee Cup Fuel Stop. The high winds had blown the canopy off of the fuel island. No damage or injury was reported. On November 7, police were called to the Dollar General for a report of someone harassing employees over the phone. Officer arrived and gathered information regarding the complaint. Investigation is continuing. On November 8, officer served Municipal Court papers to a defendant for the court. On November 8, police were notified of a...
Speeding – Tessa R. Garman, Sundance, WY, 72/65, $99; Claudia Kuntz, Polo, MO, 90/70, $160; Loyd Rogers, Smyrna, TN, 91/75, $140; Jason Butts, Sheridan, WY, 91/80, $115; Matthew Freeman, Olean, NY, 85/70, $135; Wendy Rohrbaugh, Alzada, MT, 92/70; $170; Amanda Stugelmeyer, Sundance, WY, 75/65, $105; Michael Volk, Broomfield, CO, 90/80, $105; Robert Treesh, Charlottesville, VA, 79/70, $103; Cherie Hamilton, Gillette, WY, 86/80, $97; Adam J. Mattson, Moorcroft, WY, 76/70, $97 No Seat Belt (driver) – Robert James Littlefield, Sundance, WY, $25 Expi...
Nov. 7 – Eight traffic stops. Three VIN inspections. Paper service. Business check. Harassment. Three housewatches. Other call. Two fingerprintings. Medical page. Two suspicious persons/circumstances. Two traffic hazards. Trespassing. Nov. 8 – Four traffic stops. VIN inspection. Traffic accident with damage. Three business checks. False 911. Three housewatches. Lockout. other call. Traffic complaint. Nov. 9 – Two traffic stops. Two VIN inspections. Paper service. Four traffic accidents with damage. Traffic accident with injury. Animal compl...
