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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Moorcroft Public Works has hired Dan Hart of Upton to move the large mounds of dirt at the municipal landfill nearer to the operating portion of the expansion. The dirt is needed to cover the open face often and to a certain depth to mitigate flying debris. "We're moving it from our over burden pile over to where we can cover it," department director Cory reasons. "We usually do it with a loader and trucks, but we just need to get a bunch of dirt over there so it's easier to access." The...
The Moorcroft Historical Society hosted speaker Rick Kaan of Hot Springs, South Dakota on Saturday for a presentation about the trails that brought cattle north and the beginning of the western cattleman's paradise. He started out explaining how influential the civil war was to the beginning of the cattle trails and the beginning of the modern cowboy. The cattlemen of Texas used to sell their stock to the South. When the Yankees took control of the Mississippi River at the beginning of the civil...
During their January meeting, the Board of Directors of R-CALF USA elected Region III Director Brett Kenzy as their new President of the Board and Region VII Director Eric Nelson as the Board’s new Vice President. Under R-CALF USA’s governance, the President and Vice-President of the Board are selected by the Board from among their ranks. The two officers then serve two-year terms. Outgoing President of the Board, Region II Director and cow/calf rancher Gerald Schreiber from Woodrow, CO served the maximum of two three-year terms and served as...
Thank You Once again, the Crook County Council of County Services is overwhelmed by the generosity of the people of Crook County. This past year was a challenge for everyone, especially those in need of support of the three food pantries in Crook County. The amazing donations of money, food and volunteer time was unbelievable. Those businesses and individuals who sponsored food drives were exceptional. Donations came at the perfect time, especially during November and December, a time of increased need. We at the Crook County Council of County...
For the love of books book club is reading The Marsh Kings Daughter by Karen Dionne – come in and get yourself a copy! We will meet to discuss the book February 17 at 1 p.m. in the meeting room at the library. The youth book club is reading Winterdance by Gary Paulsen and they will be meeting to discuss the book February 11 at 4 p.m. The library has a new Adult Service Librarian and her name is Juli Critel. She really likes her new position here and is looking forward to meeting everyone! NEW ADULT BOOKS The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins T...
Medical seizures lead to seizure of cocaine, LSD, weed, meth and mushrooms GILLETTE (WNE) — A 42-year-old man was arrested on multiple drug-related charges after officers arrived at his home on a medical emergency call Friday. His wife, a 36-year-old woman, reported the man was having a seizure Friday night in the 3400 block of Quacker Avenue. When officers arrived, the woman who reported her husband’s seizure began having a seizure herself and was taken to the hospital for treatment, said Police Sgt. Dean Welch. At that point, the man reg...
Storytime is every Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. for preschool age children. Afterschool activities every Wednesday afternoon at 4 p.m. Youth Book Club discussion February 11 at 4 p.m. New Arrivals! K-3: Stella Endicott and the Anything-Is-Possible Poem by Kate DiCamillo, High-Flying Skye (Paw Patrol) by MJ Illustrations, Clifford’s Class Trip by Norman Bridwell, Stop Feedin’ Da Boids! By James Sage, Round by Joyce Sidman, Paper Mice by Megan Wagner Lloyd, Star Wars: I am a Droid by Christopher Nicolas, Eleanor Makes Her Mark: How Eleanor Roo...
On Thursday, the Lady Wolves traveled to Sundance to take on the Bulldogs. We knew going into the game that it was going to be a hard-fought battle. The Lady Wolves got out to a quick start and found themselves ahead, 16-9, at the end of the first quarter and were able to keep the lead going into the half at 28-16. Sundance came back in the third quarter and were able to cut the lead to 41-34 going into the fourth quarter. Neither team was able to gain much ground in the fourth and the Lady...
On Thursday, the Wolves Boys Basketball team traveled to Sundance to take on the Bulldogs in their second conference game of the season. Both teams came out to play good defense in the first quarter and the Bulldogs took a 7-4 lead into the second quarter. In the second quarter, it was back and forth and with two minutes to play and the score, 20-15. The Bulldogs went on a 9-0 run to take a 29-15 lead into halftime. We gave up some offensive rebounds and then they hit a last second ¾...
This past weekend, the Wolves wrestling team traveled to Riverton to wrestle in the all-class Ron Thon Memorial tournament. The team was split between the junior varsity, varsity and girls division tournaments. Individual results were as follows. Varsity: 106 Dayne Humes went 1-2, losing his first match in double overtime by decision, 15-10, won his second match by major decision, 11-2 and lost in the second round of consolations by decision to not place. 113 Braydnn Terry went 3-2, winning his...
Left to right: Evelyn Riddle, Traven Huseby, Taylor Gromann, Molly Rozell, Madysen Von Olnhausen, Rori Gerry, Waylon Williamson, Iyla Swaney, Tory Jenkins, Rafe Anderson, Aaron Dalby, Benjamin Norris, Kelton Norris, Joani Charlson....
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 17, 2022, at MOORCROFT, WYOMING. To Whom Paid Purpose of Expenditure Amount General Fund A & J Screening Personalization $ 600.00 Allerdings, Scot Officiating & Mileage $ 525.00 All Around Hardware Supplies $ 917.17 Amazon.com Credit Card Plan Teaching Materials & Supplies $ 10,227.17 Architectural Specialties LLC... Full story
NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND FINAL ACCEPTANCE In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 16-6-116, Wyoming State Statutes, 1977 Revised Edition, the Town of Pine Haven, hereby gives notice that Wyoming Earthmoving Corporation, whose address is P.O. Box 454 Rozet, WY 82727, as Contractor, has completed the 2021 Double Chip Seal Project in accordance with the specifications. Final Acceptance having been made, final payment is now due to the Contractor in accordance with the terms of the contract. Any disputed claims for material and labor... Full story
NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION FINAL PLAT REVIEW HEARING Be advised that Heritage Properties, LLC, PO Box 812, Moorcroft, WY 82721 is hereby giving notice of a major subdivision final plat review hearing before the Crook County Land Use Planning and Zoning Commission. The proposed Lofty Ridge Estates subdivision lies in the S1/2 of Section 30, T50N, R67W, 6th P.M. Crook County, Wyoming. This public review hearing is scheduled for Monday, February 7, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the Crook County Courthouse Commissioner’s Room, 309 Cleveland Street, Sundance, W... Full story
Speeding – Kyle Scharkopf, SD, 95/80, $135; Ben Hogan, AR, 86/75, $115; Chris Liggett, IL, 106/70, $240; Emily Ford, AZ, 90/80, $105; Daniel Batchelor, SD, 89/80, $103; Charles Niggles, NY, 87/80, $99; Benjamin Meuer, TX, 95/75, $160; Marcia Nelson, CO, 85/70, $135; Anne Ashcraft, SD, 88/80, $101; Quinten Koble, ND, 89/80, $103; Monica Gladson, Rozet, 91/75, $140; Dustin Devlin, MT, 87/70, $145; Kenley Day, SD, 87/75, $120; Omar Mendoza Molina, ND, 87/80, $99; Mason Rue, IL, 88/80, $101 Operate Vehicle With Altered, Mutilated or Obscured L...
On January 25, police were notified of an attempted scam through email. Officer looked over the email and advised the complainant not to contact the sender. No money had been taken as a result of the email. Nothing further. On January 25, officer served Municipal Court papers. On January 27, police received a complaint of junk at an address in town. Officer was unable to contact anyone living at the residence and later found out the property was foreclosed on. Officer mailed a Junk Ordinance Violation 30 day Notice to Abate to the bank that now...
