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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Fair week wrapped up with a busy parade in Sundance on Saturday with participants ranging from emergency personnel to political candidates, local business and 4-H clubs. This kicked off a day of events including a BBQ, crowning of the rodeo royalty and, of course, the livestock sale. From animal shows to rodeo, the fairgrounds were buzzing with activity all week. At top, Olivia Paden hands a rose to a bystander during the parade. Above, the Moorcroft Family Dentistry float. Right, Madysen Von...
A local emergency was called last Tuesday when one of the two water wells on which Pine Haven depends for drinking water failed completely and the other dropped from approximately 150 gallons per minute to around 20 gallons. Water Systems Drilling was able to install a new motor and pump Wednesday afternoon. The new pump is larger than the one the crew removed and began drawing between 250 and 300 gallons per minute when activated Wednesday evening, subsequently filling the tank over the next...
Earl William Gstohl, 69, of Pine Haven, Wyoming, died at home, Wednesday, July 17,2024. Earl was born in Billings, Montana, on May 13, 1955 to Laurel and Florence Gstohl. He was the second of seven siblings, Linda, Earl, Laura, Gary, Lois, Brenda and Bryon. He graduated from Park High School in Livingston, Montana, in 1974 and followed his dad's footsteps, going to work for BNSF Railroad, mostly as an engineer and retired after 42 years with them. Earl married Donna Herauf in 1975 and they had... Full story
Moorcroft's council and police department are struggling to control the speeding traffic along Goshen Street. They plan to implement stop signage that flashes to encourage better driving from those who disregard the safety of the kids who walk across the street toward Noonan Park. This trend of speeding will become even more dangerous when the splash pad is installed in the spring as the influx of children to and from the waterwork increases foot traffic. Moorcroft Police Chief Bill Bryant was...
Of the three bids submitted for the splash pad in Noonan Park, one did not acknowledge the addendum, resulting in exclusion from consideration, and the second was $713,130, significantly more than Glenn Construction’s proposal of $433,609.50. Glenn was subsequently recommended for the job by HDR Engineering’s Heath Turbiville at last Wednesday night’s meeting of the town council. The mayor excused himself from this discussion, leaving the chambers as Mayor Pro-tem Dale Petersen oversaw the vote. The lowest bid, provided by Glenn, was accep...
Randy Castello, beloved wife, mother and friend, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024, surrounded by her family and friends. She was 64 years old. Born on June 29, 1960, in Santa Monica, California, Randy was the daughter of Richard and Elva Castello. She inherited an enthusiasm for life inspired by her loving parents whose pursuits included acting and teaching. A high school class valedictorian, and later honors student in her bachelors and masters work, Randy entered the field of... Full story
An unusual mix-up last week led to county firefighters tackling a grass fire that, technically, they hadn’t needed to respond to. According to Crook County Fire, the report came in of a grass fire just before noon on July 23. Moorcroft Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to Shipwheel Road, around five miles southwest of town. Firefighters determined upon arrival that additional resources would be needed to combat the fire. Assistance soon arrived in the form of county units from Pine Haven, Carlile (Zone 16) and Sundance. Because the f...
Thank you for sponsoring the 2024 Crook County Hereford Show: Empire Ranch, Ivan and Jennifer Cranston, Lee Habeck, Mike and Karen Dirks, W Bar Feeds, Schelldorf Ranch, Largant and Sons, Pearson Ranch, CSC Livestock (Cody and Shannon Chabot), The Wolf Ranch (Tom and Donna Wolf), Geis Ranch, Tia Cranston Photography, Judy Bettman, Jackpot Ranch.... Full story
On July 25, police responded to a report of a slick substance on the road that caused two motorcycles to slide and tip over. Both riders and their bikes were ok. The officer stayed on scene to conduct traffic control while the maintenance crew put sand on the road. Nothing further. On July 25, police were advised by dispatch of a two-vehicle rollover. An officer responded to the scene and was asked to assist other agencies with traffic control. Nothing further. On July 26, police were given a wallet that was found at Coffee Cup Fuel Stop. The...
Arch coal production stays down in PRB GILLETTE (WNE) — The amount of thermal coal shipped from Arch Energy Resources, the bulk of which comes from its Powder River Basin mines, dipped further as the industry’s slow start continued through the first half of the year. The roughly 9.7 million tons mined from Black Thunder marked the lowest production number at the mine this millennium, and its first time notching fewer than 10 million tons in a quarter, according to Mine Safety and Health Administration data. After shipping 12.8 million tons — p...
Speeding – Robert St. Onge, Nashua, NH, 85/80, $15; Julie Gonzalez, Rapid City, SD, 80/75, $15; Elijah Gurevich, Lake in the Hills, IL, 85/80, $15; Shane Agee, Victor, MT, 80/70, $15; Sherry Beasley, Wright, WY, 90/80, $105; Christopher A. Chipperfield, Gillette, WY, 80/70, $105; Felix Ortizmartinez, Los Angeles, CA, 84/70, $130; James Clifford Ross, Crosslake, MN, 59/45, $130; Hernesto Jabalera, Worden, MT, 85/70, $135; Agata Petukhova, Naperville, IL, 97/80, $145; Anne M. Romero, Rapid City, SD, 95/75, $160; Simon Mwangi, Tacoma, WA, 9...
Sheridan College is pleased to recognize students named to its honor rolls for the spring 2023 semester. The Vice President’s Honor Roll includes 83 Sheridan College students who earned at least a 3.5 GPA or above for the semester with 12 or more credit hours. The following students from Crook County were named to the Vice President’s Honor Roll: Jesse Harmon and Nate Schommer of Sundance. Finally, 142 Sheridan College students were named to the Part-Time Honor Roll who earned a 3.5 GPA or above for the semester with at least six credit hou...
We will have an early printing schedule due to the motorcycle rally. Deadline for the August 8 issue of the Wyoming Pioneer will be noon on Friday, August 2. Deadline for the August 8 issue of the Moorcroft Leader and the Sundance Times will be noon on Monday, August 5.... Full story
Movie Day! Friday, August 2, at 1 p.m., we welcome all ages to join us for Bridge to Terabithia. We will serve popcorn and water. Feel free to bring other snacks and drinks. Our free Kid’s Paint Class returns August 16. Youth, ages eight and up are invited to come paint with Miss Lacey. Reservations are required and space is limited so please call to reserve your spot. Classes will continue one Friday each month through May. Join us for our Back to School Foam and Water Party! Monday, August 19, we will meet at Robinson Park at 1 p.m. We w...
With the primary election coming up, voters will soon be asked to decide which of their friends and neighbors should take on the various mantles of government for the next few years. One commissioner seat as well a number of national and city candidates for the general election will all be selected on August 20. U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R) Incumbent Barrasso has served as Wyoming's U.S. Senator since 2007, before which he was a state senator from 2003-2007. He is currently the third-ranking...
CALL FOR BIDS Crook County School District #1 is seeking bids for the Sundance High School Re-Roof Project, located at Sundance High School, Sundance, WY. This project will consist of: Removing and Replacing the existing PVC membrane roof system at Sundance High School with a completion date of December 1, 2024. Bid documents are available at: CCSD #1 Central Office 122 State Highway 585 Sundance, Wyoming 82729 Or electronically at: Schutz Foss Architects, PC 3030 4th Ave. North Billings, MT, 59101 [email protected] (406) 252-9218 Bids must... Full story
ADVERTISEMENT AND INVITATION FOR BIDS TOWN OF MOORCROFT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT SEPARATE SEALED BIDS FOR THE FURNISHING OF: TOWN OF MOORCROFT – POWDER RIVER WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT – PHASE II PROJECT NUMBER 10135590 GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS: Installation of replacement water main including approximately 1,800 LF of 6” and 8” PVC water main, and associated fittings, appurtenances and service lines; the removal and replacement of pavement, concrete curb and gutter, and sidewalks affected by the project. The project area includes Powder River A... Full story
Pine Haven Construction Projects Update August 1, 2024 Water Main - Boe Drive Waterline Project Hot Iron will tie in the water main at Boe Drive and Pendleton Drive, tie in the water main at Woodland Drive and Sunset Court, and install three hydrants along Enloe Street and Lakeview Drive. Pine Haven 2024 Chip Seal Project Simon Contractors is planning to start work on the chip seal project this week. Work is to commence on Lake Court Drive and Meadows Lane, starting with demolition of surfacing along Lake Court Drive and chip sealing the roads... Full story
Public Notice Weston County Children’s Center/Region III Developmental Services will be destroying children’s records with the birth years of 2010 and 2011. If you wish to obtain these records please come to the main office: 104 Stampede, Newcastle, WY 82701, with proper ID. Last day to obtain records: August 9, 2024 Publish: July 25 and August 1, 2024... Full story
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Wednesday, July 24th, 2024 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmembers Dale Petersen, Austin Smith, Bob Stewart and Heidi Humpal Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Jesse Connally, Police Chief Bill Bryant, 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. Councilmember Peterson motioned to approve the Consent Agenda items 1 & 2 minus the bill for L.N.... Full story
