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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Over the weekend, Moorcroft hosted the 5th annual Dylan Humes Memorial Tournament that in-cluded 30 schools from multiple states. During this tournament, they announced the creation of the Moorcroft wrestling hall of fame with its first inductee, Coach John "Ferg" Ferguson. Before the championship matches, Moorcroft wrestling coach Charlie Williams presented an award to coach Ferguson. The whole gym honored coach Ferguson with a standing ovation. When asked how he felt about receiving the award...
During the early morning hours of Monday, January 13, Moorcroft EMS received a call for a woman in active labor. The EMS crew that went on the call were all awarded with a certificate, stork pin and souvenir coin during the Moorcroft council meeting on January 22. The EMS crew included EMT student Keona Huckins, firefighter and EMT student Devin Lind, fire-fighter Steve Miller, and paramedic Brad McKee. The woman was traveling from Upton and met the crew at Coffee Cup since her contractions...
The Moorcroft Town Center (MTC) remodel is ongoing, and the demo stage is now complete. The next phase, which is putting up metal framing, is about 70% complete. According to Public Works Director Jeff Holberg, once the framing is up the trade workers, like mechanical and electrical, will complete their portions. During the council meeting on Wednesday, January 22, Councilwoman Heidi Humpal stated her concerns on the clarification of who was purchasing the materials for the MTC. At the...
After two weeks in Cheyenne, we are already a quarter of the way through the 2025 General Legislative Session. Much has happened since the Wyoming Legislature gaveled in on January 14. This letter is to serve as an update for you, the people of northeast Wyoming, from the horse’s mouth. It is a blessing and an honor to serve as the Speaker of the House. In this role, I am tasked with introducing and referring legislation to committees to be worked and vetted. After communicating with the people...
Speeding – Jefferson Broberg, Las Vegas, NV, 84/80, $10; Damion Goff, Gillette, WY, 85/80, $15; Caleb Lloyd, Rapid City, SD, 85/80, $15; Jess Hargrave, Yellowstone National Park, WY, 85/80, $15; (minor), Gillette, WY, 85/80, $15; Max Jensen, Spearfish, SD, 80/75, $15; Jacob Hanson, Missoula, MT, 80/75, $15; Annalisa Copeland, Anchorage, AK, 85/80, $15; Melody Medina, Aladdin, WY, 85/80, $15; Mary Miller, Rapid City, SD, 85/80, $15; Kevin Kalvoda, Mandan, ND, 85/80, $15; Melissa Fisher, Buffalo, WY, 80/75, $15; Griffin Lind, Buffalo, MN, 8...
Jan. 20 – Two VIN checks. Four business checks. Traffic stop. Motorist assist. Breathing issue. EMS page. Jan. 21 – Three VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Two motorist assists. Three fraud reports. Welfare check. Fingerprints. Business check. Assault. Suspicious circumstances. Three EMS pages. Jan. 22 – VIN check. Paper service. Traffic hazard. Accident. Assist to Wyoming Highway Patrol. Two motorist assists. Fire alarm. Fingerprints. Fire page. Jan. 23 – VIN check. Prisoner transport. Project Lifesaver. Accident. Assist other agency. Informa...
On Jan. 20, an officer was called to the high school to speak with a concerned paraprofessional who was worried about a juvenile’s well-being. The officer is currently investigating the situation. On Jan. 20, an officer responded to a welfare check request from a neighbor concerned about their elderly neighbor who they hadn’t seen for a few days. The officer made contact with the individual, who explained they were fine but having phone trouble and would call the neighbor to reassure them. On Jan. 22, authorities responded to an unattended dea...
University of Wyoming board accepts fee increase CASPER (WNE) —The University of Wyoming Board of Trustees approved changes to the fee schedule for next school year. Most of the fee schedule increases are annual increases related to rising costs and inflation. However, there were also increases for student affairs and budget resolutions. Consolidated Student Services pays for the maintenance and upkeep of the union building. However, the fee schedule change request states that the current collected fee amount does not meet the increasing d...
Computer basics for Windows 10 and macOS11; email basics will be held at the Hulett Branch Library beginning Mon., Feb. 10 at 1 p.m., the Moorcroft library on Tues., Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. and at the Crook County Library in Sundance on Tues., Feb. 18 at 1 p.m. Bring your own device if you can. Bring the tablet, laptop or other portable device you will be using at home. Contact your library to reserve your spot....
2 cups uncooked corkscrew or spiral pasta ¾ lb. fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 med. sweet yellow pepper, julienned 1 Tbsp. olive oil 6 med. tomatoes, diced 6 oz. boneless fully cooked ham, cubed ¼ cup minced fresh parsley ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. dried oregano ½ tsp. dried basil 1/8 to ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, sauté asparagus and yellow pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and ham; heat through. Drain p...
On Sat., Feb. 1 we will celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day. Now in its 14th year, this annual event is a wonderful opportunity for children to have fun while parents and caregivers learn more about their library. Take Your Child to the Library Day will showcase all the free resources local public libraries provide for families. The Moorcroft Branch Library will be OPEN on Sat., Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.! Join us for library tours, activities and to be entered to win a prize just for stopping by! Libraries help families build...
I would like to give credit to London McCrea for making the All West River team from last week’s tournament in South Dakota. London, along with Brayden Keller-Decoteau, joined this group, so congratulations to these two players. Conference play got off on a rocky road. The Lady Wolves spent close to 14 hours on the road to play two games. With weather, and playing almost the northernmost team followed by the southernmost team in conference on back-to-back days, it proved to be a very daunting task. On night one, Moorcroft came out strong a...
The Wolves wrestling team hosted their annual Dylan Humes Memorial tournament this past weekend. The battle for the buckle tournament had them competing against 29, 2A, 3A and 4A teams. The tournament lasted two days and spanned across three facilities for the varsity, JV and girl's tournaments. As a team, the boys' varsity fought their way through the tournament placing in the top three, having four in the semifinals, one in the finals and many placers. Individual placers were: 2nd place – R...
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmembers Austin Smith, Robert Stewart and Heidi Humpal. Absent: Councilmember Dale Petersen Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Jesse Connally, Police Chief Bill Bryant, Fire Chief and Building Inspector Jeff Holberg, HDR Engineer Justin Stark. Absent: Public Works Director Scott Green Mayor Glenn called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Roll call was taken. Mayor Glenn advise...
PUBLIC NOTICE In accordance with the provisions of the Wyoming Environmental Quality Act and Chapter 1 of the Solid Waste Rules, the Town of Moorcroft has submitted a closure permit application for the Moorcroft Landfill. This facility will cease disposal of solid waste. The 10- acre facility is located 5.5 miles east of the Town of Moorcroft. More specifically, this facility is located in Section 30, T55N, R66W, in Crook County, Wyoming. The Department of Environmental Quality, Solid and Hazardous Waste Division (DEQ) has reviewed the permit...
NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE The following vehicle will be sold at 1:00 p.m. on February 7, 2025 at 15546 UW Highway 14, Moorcroft, Crook County, Wyoming, to wit: A 2000 Honda Civic, VIN# 1HGEJ8248YL123249, titled in the name of Joan Alvarado. The seller claims $2605.00 for expense of removal, preservation, custody, storage and sale. The vehicle shall be sold to the highest bidder who pays in a form acceptable to the seller. Seller: Cy’s Repair Shop LLC PO Box 317 Moorcroft, WY 82721 307-281-1043 Publish: January 23 and 30, 2...
NOTICE OF INTENT TO FORM A STEERING COMMITTEE TO GUIDE THE PREPARATION OF THE CROOK COUNTY LAND USE PLAN UPDATES Be advised that the Crook County Commissioners will be accepting applications for a steering committee to guide the preparation of the updated Land Use Plan. Applications are available upon request from the County Clerk at [email protected]; are located in the Office of the Crook County Clerk in the Courthouse in Sundance, WY or on the County website at the “Public Notice” tab at www.crookcounty.wy.gov Return the com...
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 20, 2025 IN MOORCROFT, WYOMING To Whom Paid Purpose of Expenditure Amount 21 ELECTRIC Replace LED emergency lights and wall pack lights $1,384.43 A & B WELDING SUPPLY CO INC Ag classroom supplies $1,452.49 ABLE LLC Tuition and vocational expenses $6,000.00 ACKERMAN, BRANDON B Isolation $517.78 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES...
Meeting Notice The Crook County Museum District will hold a special meeting to discuss employment and bonding on January 30, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Old Stoney Conference Room. Publish: January 30, 2025...
NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED VEHICLES The following vehicles will be sold at 12:00 p.m. on February 14, 2025 at 15546 Highway 14, Moorcroft, Crook County, Wyoming, to-wit: A 2011 Toyota Camry, VIN# 4T4BF3EK8BR098100, titled in the name of Daniel Blakeman. The seller claims $5,500 for expense of removal, preservation, custody, storage and sale. A 2008 Chevy Silverado 1500, VIN# 2GCEK13C981175231, titled in the name of Tim Mcreynolds. The seller claims $6,575 for expense of removal, preservation, custody, storage and sale. The vehicles shall be...
Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) congratulates the 186 students on the Fall Semester 2024 Dean’s List. To qualify, students must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for a minimum of 12 credits per semester. Included on the list are, Jax Wyka of Hulett and Karson Amos of Moorcroft, both students in Electrical Trades....
NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO AMEND SOURCE MATERIAL LICENSE – STRATA ENERGY, INC. Public Notice Strata Energy Inc. of Oshoto, Wyoming has applied for an amendment of its Source Material License (WYSUA-1601, Amendment 12) from the Land Quality Division of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality. The license area for the mining of uranium is located in: a portion of Section 6 of Township 52 North, Range 67 West, portions of Sections 1-2 and 11-12 of Township 52 North, Range 68 West, portions of Sections 6-7, 19, and 30-31 of Township 53 N...
NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION HEARING FOR APPLICATION OF SUBDIVISION PERMIT Be advised that Dustin S. & Melissa K. Buckmiller, P.O. Box 65, Moorcroft, WY 82721, is hereby giving notice of an application for a subdivision permit for a Minor Subdivision. The proposed Buckmiller No. 4 Minor Subdivision lies in the N1/2NE1/4 of Section 29, T50N, R67W, of the Sixth Principal Meridian, Crook County, Wyoming. The Crook County Land Use Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a hearing to review the application and plat of the Buckmiller No. 4 Minor Subdivision...
JH Boys Basketball Moorcroft A 34, Sundance38 Moorcroft B 32, Sundance 25 Moorcroft C 24, Sundance 28 Moorcroft A 41, Sage Valley 30 Moorcroft B 16, Sage Valley 50 HS Girls Basketball Moorcroft 32, Big Horn 64 Moorcroft 13, Pine Bluffs 64 HS Boys Basketball Moorcroft 35, Big Horn 66 Moorcroft 25, Pine Bluffs 78...
