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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Mike Mores, senior manager of the Wyoming division of government affairs for Charter Communications/Spectrum, met with the governing bodies of Moorcroft and Pine Haven last week to discuss contracting the installation of fiberoptics into the municipalities via town easements in order to increase broadband, internet phone service and other benefits for customers. Many people are familiar with Spectrum, a cable company with offices in Gillette and many other communities across the nation. They...
Katie Plum has been riding with Moorcroft Police Chief Bill Bryant for the last week, learning the area, alerts, rules and a plethora of other important facets of being a good cop as she makes the transition from a Great Falls, MT corrections officer to a Moorcroft, WY patrol officer. The 35-year-old mother of three recently moved south to be closer to her sister, who resides in Gillette, with a plan. "When I originally got here," Plum stated as she sat for a few minutes during her ride-along...
HDR Engineering's Mike Oakly brought Pine Haven's council up to date on the progress of the pedestrian path through the south part of town at last week's workshop. "In the feasibility study, we took the town's existing plan for future pathway projects and got it to about a 30% design," he said. After completing the study, Oakley reported, "WYDOT liked the way everything was progressing and the town has now received the newer grant to do the design of it." Following the advice of the state, HDR...
On Friday, May 3, the Wolves went just down the road for the Gillette Qualifier, In the Men's 100 Meter races, Dima Haskell got an 11.89; Trenton Gray ran a 12.48; Lathan Dewey, 12.57; Wyatt Allred, 14.20; and Justus Mills ran a 15.56. In the 200 Meter races, Braydnn Terry ran a 25.22; Lathan, 25.86; William Ripley, 26.78, Bryden Keller-Decoteau, 29.06; Wyatt 29.39; and Justus ran a 32.82. In the 400 Meter races, Braydnn ran in 58.38 and Hayden Amende ran his quarter mile in 59.18. In the 800...
Mark Louis Huseby, 65, of Hulett, Wyoming, passed away on May 6, 2024. He was born December 25, 1958, in Belle Fourche, South Dakota, to Eric and Jeannie Huseby. Mark attended country school on the Huseby Ranch from kindergarten through 2nd grade. He would go out at recess and milk the family cow "Ginger" for a quick cup of milk. Mark then attended Hulett School, where he graduated. While in high school, he met a lovely young lady, Terry Ridinger. The two married on January 2, 1976 and planted...
James Edward Blakeman, 73, Sturgis, South Dakota, passed away at his home on April 27, 2024. Jim was born in Vancouver, Washington, on June 6, 1950. As a child, he moved with his family to Moorcroft, Wyoming and then to Spearfish, South Dakota, for a short while before re-locating to Sturgis, where he lived the remainder of his life. Jim joined the Army in 1968 and returned to Sturgis after. He was married to Deborah Heupel from 1979 until he was widowed in 2018. In his younger years, he worked...
Speeding – Aaron McIver, Atlanta, GA, 90/80, $105; Melissa Yardley, Howell, MI, 85/80, $15; Issac Nordheim, Duluth, MN, 100/80, $160; Dominic Balzer, Bozeman, MT, 50/45, $15; Francisco Solis Bravo, Moreno Valley, CA, 101/80, $165; Katie Olson, Hermosa, SD, 80/75, $15; Robert W. Jennings, Cheyene, WY, 40/20, $170; Benjamin Tow, Des Moines, IA, 50/45, $15; (Truck) – Singh Armandeep, Mission, BC, Canada, 60/45, $430; Singh Guvir, Surry, BC, Canada, 63/45, $445 No Valid Title, Registration and License Plates – Reynaldo Rodriguez, Casper, WY, $250 E...
On April 29, police were called to Moorcroft Secondary School for a student that was caught with a vape pen. Officer arrived and spoke with the principal and the student. Student was cited for Minor in Possession of Tobacco. On April 29, police served a trespass notice to an individual who was in an apartment without permission of the owner. On April 30, police assisted Moorcroft EMS and Crook County Sheriff’s Office on a report of a vehicle crash at the westbound 153 offramp on I-90. Officer assisted until scene was stable, nothing further. O...
Speeding: Hanna L. Sedlacek, Scribner, NE, 44/30, $188; Benjamin M. Abrahamson, Kenosha, WI, 44/30, $188; Jodine K. Longtine, Newcastle, WY, 44/30, $188; Donelle R. Norris, Moorcroft, WY, 28/20, $126; Shin Aoki, Greenwood, IN, 49/30, $223; Charles W. Sanders, Hampshire, IL, 44/30, $188; Taylor E, Nieskens, Maple Lake, MN, 27/20, $119; Abigail C. Harris, Andalusia, IL, 44/30, $188; John C. Jaecques, Fort Myers, FL, 46/30, $202; Alejandro D. Conde Arroyo, Los Lunas, NM, 44/30, $188; Amy London, Fresno, CA, 44/30, $188; Sean P. Riley, Nevada...
Political community group hosts town hall with Prism Logistics CASPER (WNE) – Prism Logistics Manager Kyle True stepped into the spotlight Thursday to address a Liberty’s Place 4 U town hall meeting in Casper. True is seeking to build a gravel pit on state land at the base of Casper Mountain near Coates Road, and his plans have been met with fierce opposition, led primarily by residents in the surrounding area. Thursday’s town hall hosted by the political community group was one of the first public meetings to discuss the topic at which True...
Join us Friday, May 17, for a LEGO Maker Day! All ages are welcome to come in anytime from 1-3 p.m. for various challenges along with free play and all supplies are provided. We had several families join us last time who worked together along with individuals who worked independently. June 21 will be the next LEGO event. On Tuesday, May 21, librarians from across Wyoming will join first graders in various activities to promote a love of reading as part of the annual Wyoming Reads event. John Jorgensen and his children started with one school in...
Town of Moorcroft Special Meeting of the Council Monday, May 13th, 2024 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmembers Dale Petersen, Austin Smith, Bob Stewart and Heidi Humpal Mayor Ben Glenn called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Councilmember Petersen motioned to move into Executive Session to discuss personnel at 7:01 p.m. and Councilmember Smith seconded. All ayes, motion carried. The regular meeting of the council reconvened at 7:05 p.m. Councilmember Petersen motioned to offer Jesse...
NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED VEHICLES The following vehicles will be sold on June 24, 2024 at 10 a.m. at 600 N Hampton, Moorcroft, Crook County, Wyoming, to wit: A 2002 Chevy Trailblazer LS, WY license plate number 17-45176, VIN# 1GNDT135522436420. The seller claims $3380.00 for the expense of removal, preservation, custody storage and sale. A 1991 Chevy Silverado, WY license plate number 17-4185, VIN# 1GCGK24K7ME21922. The seller claims $1700.00 for the expense of removal, preservation, custody storage and sale. A 1983 K&C Thermoglass 14 ft.,...
NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the Town of Moorcroft is accepting bids for a contract mower for the Moorcroft cemetery located US-14, Moorcroft, WY. The contract will consist of mowing and maintaining the trimming of the cemetery and south of the current cemetery. The subcontractor will furnish all tools, materials, and equipment. Bids must be submitted to the town clerk’s office in a sealed envelope, clearly marked “Town of Moorcroft Cemetery mowing and trimming”, no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 22nd, 2024. Bids will be opened at May 2...
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AT THE COURTHOUSE IN SUNDANCE, CROOK COUNTY, WYOMING Tuesday, May 7, 2024 8:30 o’clock a.m. Present were Chairman Fred M. Devish, Vice-Chairman Kelly B. Dennis, Member Bob Latham and County Clerk Melissa Jones. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited to the Flag. Bob moved to approve and ratify the minutes from April 2 & 3, 2024. Kelly seconded, all ayes, motion carried. Bob moved to approve and ratify the BOE minutes from April 2, 2024. Kelly seconded, all ayes, motion carried. After discussion, K...
PRIMARY ELECTION PROCLAMATION CROOK COUNTY, WYOMING AUGUST 20, 2024 – PRIMARY ELECTION DAY August 5, 2024, is the last day to register to vote with the County Clerk or City Clerk. Voter Registration is permitted at the polls on Primary Election Day. Proof of identity is required to register and to vote. If you require assistance to vote by reason of blindness, disability, or inability to read or write, you may be given assistance by a person of your choice. Also, if you have questions regarding the accessibility of your polling place, please c...
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Wednesday, May 8th, 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, HDR Engineer Heath Turbiville, and Public Works Director Cory Allison Mayor Glenn called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. All council was present. Guests Douglas and Anastasia Bopp were present to discuss the current animal ordinance...
HS Track Thurs.-Sat., May 16-18 at State in Casper...
Breakfast May 20: Pancake on a stick or pancake sausage bites, pears, yogurt, milk May 21: Breakfast variety, mandarin oranges, GoGurt, milk May 22: Chocolate oatmeal bar, apple, yogurt, milk May 23: Cereal, toast, strawberries, juice, milk Lunch May 20: Hamburger, fries, orange, sugar cookie, veggie bar, milk May 21: COOK’S CHOICE: Assorted chicken, fresh fruit, Rice Krispie treat, chips, veggie bar, milk May 22: COOK’S CHOICE: Hot dogs and corn dogs, fries, strawberries, veggie bar, milk May...
