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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Supported by a group of community members, Jess and Doug Donnell addressed the school board on Monday evening to encourage more communication about the issue of teen suicide and a rethink on the district’s new policy regarding suicide prevention. The Donnells, who lost their son, Josh, to suicide earlier this summer, feel the policy is discriminatory against children with mental health issues. Specifically, the couple takes issue with statements included in the policy that “students who experience serious depression are unable to benefit ful...
Kids registered for classes last week, with Principal Teresa Brown reporting to the school board that more than 500 students were registered at Moorcroft’s two schools as the year began. At the MK-8, kids and parents found their classrooms, met their teachers and enjoyed a snack of hotdogs and chips. The year started early for 2019, according to Crook County District 1 superintendent Mark Broderson, because almost every holiday falls in the middle of the week – both Christmas and New Year are...
Bill and Emily Smith, representing Pine Haven’s Cedar Hills Drive, addressed the council at last Tuesday’s meeting through their appointed spokesman, TJ Gideon, to discuss their concerns about planned work on the drive. Gideon spoke to the drainage problems residents face when spring snow melt and summer rain water travels down the hill and drowns the road way as it makes its way to the drain at the bottom. The citizens living on Cedar Hills have fought to maintain their drives and the town has...
The Pine Haven Volunteer Fire department has been on the lookout for an affordable “pumper” or fire truck that can run a reserve for their big red Engine 1. Currently, the department owns one pumper; the grass land fire trucks are not recognized as pump trucks capable of fighting a structure fire. They have been setting funds aside over the years to make this endeavor possible if they find something suitable. Fire chief Bob Rudichar recently came across a possibility in California and deputy chief Dave Hull has been the liaison to the sel...
William Edward Altaffer, known to his family and friends as “Bill”, was born on July 29, 1941 to James and Larena (Blake) Altaffer in Gillette, Wyoming. He married his favorite wife, Norma on May 22, 1971. He passed away August 15, 2019, in Sundance, Wyoming, after a long battle with several forms of cancer. He is survived by his wife, children, siblings, nephews and nieces. Bill grew up on the family ranch north of Moorcroft. He attended country school through the eighth grade. He gra... Full story
“A wife of noble character…She is worth far more than rubies…A woman who fears the Lord is to be praised…Honor her for all that her hands have done.” Proverbs 31:10 Andrea Lynn Mills, 41, joined her Heavenly Father on Monday, August 19, 2019. Andrea passed away while her beloved husband, Tom Mills, their nine beautiful children and family stood by her side. Andrea was born June 22, 1978 in Newcastle, Wyoming. She was raised in Moorcroft by Gary and Evonna (Blakeman) Schelling, along with siblings Ryan Schelling, Ami Hanson (Schellin... Full story
Former Crook County resident Francis Shane Brislawn, 75, of North Pole, Alaska, died August 21, 2017, after a long battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease). Shane was born July 8, 1942 in the Sundance hospital to Robert E. “Bob” Brislawn and wife Genevieve Irwin Brislawn. The youngest of five children, he grew up on the family’s Cayuse Ranch north of Oshoto, where he was active in 4-H. Shane went to the B bar B country school, then to Sundance High School and graduated from Gillette High School. He attended Brigham Young University for two years... Full story
In the article “Seniors move to the MTC” in last week’s issue, the Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Monday of each month.... Full story
Thank you everyone for thinking of us with your attendance at our 70th Wedding Anniversary party and all the so lovely cards. God has blessed us. Jack and Clarice Pridgeon...
CHEYENNE - A bill to mandate Wyoming share disqualifying mental health information on potential firearms purchasers with the federal background check system is still alive for a potential 2020 vote. The proposed legislation would mandate Wyoming report to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System information on people whose mental health issues would disqualify them from owning a firearm. The proposed legislation would also create a legal process to reinstate rights for people in Wyoming who have been disqualified from owning a...
No new district judge for Campbell County GILLETTE (WNE) — The 6th Judicial District is the second most overworked district in the state, and Campbell County officials are being proactive in trying to alleviate the issue. Judge Michael N. “Nick” Deegan and Commission Chairman Rusty Bell made the case to the Joint Judiciary Committee on Thursday evening to add another district judge, but they were unsuccessful. The committee voted it down, 8-4. Deegan said the framework exists to add a fourth judge. In the 2016 legislative session, lawma...
Mark your calendars; Saturday, August 31 is Pine Haven Day! This year’s festivities commences with a pancake feed at the fire hall from 9 until 11 a.m. sponsored the Pine Haven Town Council, followed by the parade that starts at the Harwood Baseball Field at 1 p.m. This year the theme is “The World Needs More Cowboys”. The excitement isn’t over yet! Stick around for the NEWWA fifth annual fish fry and raffle starting at 3 p.m. at Waters Park and stay for the tent dance with the Lazy L Band th...
Since 2013, the Ron Materi Memorial 5K has been an opportunity to support a local cause and honor the memory of a beloved member of the community while enjoying the fall outdoors. All proceeds go to the Ron Materi Road Trip Fund, which was established to help families travel to reach treatment for life-threatening illnesses. The fund was established in honor of Ron Materi by his wife, Carla, and children. Materi worked at Black Thunder Mine until his retirement in 2011 and was known for his generosity and kindness. Using his memorial money, the...
Whitcomb FFA is holding their third annual Branding Day. Come brand the board and enjoy a free supper with us. There will be FFA merchandise with some fun games. Hope to see you there!...
The 13th Annual Ride a Horse Feed a Cowboy will be held this weekend at the Hulett Recreation Grounds. Events include a Bulls and Broncs rodeo on Saturday beginning at 1 p.m. followed by Darin Noyce memorial wild ride. The BBQ will begin at 5 p.m. and an auction will follow. To end the evening, the talented Paul Bogart will be in concert under the stars at 8 p.m. There will be biscuits and gravy and Bloody Marys at the rodeo grounds on Sunday. In conjunction with this event, Terry Goodvin will be having his Old West Cowboy and Indian...
Speeding – Teri R. Baker, Gillette, 32/20, $85; Kyle A. Frasier, CO, 86/70, $125; Zachery R. McBride, ND, 78/70, $86; Roxanne M. Duarte, Upton, 92/80, $105; Christopher B. Fraser, Canada, 90/80, $90; Victoria E. Wood, Gillette, 86/80, $82; Michael K. Possley, MI, 75/65, $125; Jennifer R. Liston, Gillette, 68/50, $85; Samantha Shalae James, Moorcroft, 84/70, $115; Gabriel Dee Whetstone, IN, 79/65, $125; Randy L. Kardell, MN, 62/45, $140; Billie J. Olson, Gillette, 77/65, $159; Larry A. Swanson, WA, 88/75, $110; Dale D. Garwood, MN, 88/80, $...
From tragedy, hope can often spring. The story of one young girl has impacted the lives of millions of students across America since she lost her life 20 years ago as the first person killed in the Columbine High School shooting, and her legacy of positive change will be coming to Crook County next week. “The school district is bringing Rachel’s Challenge to every building and each attendance center,” says Superintendent Mark Broderson. “I would like to make sure the communities are well aware of the opportunity to attend the seminar...
