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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Pine Haven enjoyed a successful turnout for this year's Pine Haven Days, starting with 48 entries strutting their stuff in the Saturday morning parade. Myrna Tesch and Martha Slattery shared the honor of Grand Marshal; they and their late husbands, Chuck and Joe respectively, were instrumental in many aspects of the Pine Haven community today, the women working on the chamber and their husbands, on economic development. "They all have given a lot of time to help our community," Mayor Karla...
A little wind could not stop Moorcroft's town council, the family of former mayor Dick Claar and others from ceremoniously breaking ground on the Noonan Park splash pad last Wednesday afternoon. This addition will be named after former mayor Dick Claar, who persevered throughout his term to see this feature established and open to families throughout Moorcroft and beyond. The actual construction will likely begin in March of 2025, according to local contractor Ben Glenn of Glenn Construction....
On the afternoon of August 25, 2024, Devin Fraser shed his earthly struggles and was free to fly. Devin James Fraser was born on May 23, 1988, to Peggy and Andy Fraser, joining big brother Nolan and bringing another level of joy to the Fraser household. Joy, kindness, and a little bit of mischief were Devin's constant companions. Whether teasing his brother or offering a kind word or gesture to someone in need, Devin knew how to bring light into any room. Devin grew up in Moorcroft, attending...
Speeding – Sarah Tarver, Gillette, WY, 84/80, $10; Travis D. Hurm, Gillette, WY, 85/80, $15; Thomas Viera, Billings, MT, 85/80, $15; Justin Smith, Liberty Twp, OH, 70/65, $15; Austin Read, Laurel, MS, 70/65, $15; Johsua Havron, Elk River, MN, 81/75, $97; Nicholas Russell, Apt, WA, 88/80, $101; Braxton Henderson, Jonesboro, AR, 80/70, $105; Paul Ledoux, Everett, WA, 91/80, $115; Brian Heimsoth, Union, IL, 82/70, $130; Renan Garcia, Schererville, IN, 89/75, $130; Christopher Slama, Belle Fourche, SD, 59/45, $130; Anthony Radoumis, Hayden, ID, 8...
Aug. 26 – Eight VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Two business checks. Traffic hazard. Theft. Fingerprints. Fire page. Three EMS pages. Aug. 27 – Four VIN checks. Three traffic stops. Motorist assist. Fire ban violation. Animal bite. Fingerprints. Abandoned vehicle. Other. Fire page. Aug. 28 – Five traffic stops. Three motorist assists. Assault. Accident. Information. Other. Livestock. Prisoner transport. Fire page. Three EMS pages. Aug. 29 – Nine VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Two suspicious circumstances. Two business checks. Paper service...
On August 26, authorities were called to a residence to help the Moorcroft ambulance with someone who wasn’t feeling well. The officer stayed there until the person was safely taken to the emergency room. Nothing further. On August 26, officers assisted an individual with a missing wallet report. Nothing further. On August 28, officers responded to an assault at Moorcroft High School. The officers spoke with the individuals involved and any staff who saw what happened. Nothing further at this time. On August 29, officers were dispatched to a r...
Speeding: Terry Rhodes, 44/30, Jasper, GA, $188; Richard P. Bergacs, 44/30, Frenchtown, NJ, $188; Thomas Waters Jr., 44/30, Holland, IN, $188; Leslie Henrickson, 44/30, Chrisney, IN, $188; Alexander C. Avery, 44/30, Wyoming, MI, $188; Phillip A Koehn, 44/30, Thornton, CO, $188; Tyler J. Missall, 44/30, Arlington, WI, $188; Justin D. Zimmer, 44/30, Muskegon, MI, $188; Felipe M. Rocha Poblete, 61/30, Hatboro, PA, $337; Donald W. Pickett, 58/30, Midland, TX, $316; Jeffrey G. Cooley, 44/30, Silver Spring, MD, $188; Ronald A. Levac, 44/30,...
Silver Spoon Fire grows to 1700 acres in northern Campbell County GILLETTE (WNE) — The Silver Spoon Fire north of Recluse has burned an estimated 1700 acres since starting Sunday morning. The Campbell County Fire Department “made good progress” on the fire Sunday, according to a Facebook post, and at 6 p.m. Monday, Southwest Area Incident Management Team No. 5 took over the management of this fire, which is about 37 miles north of Gillette. The same team is overseeing the Constitution and Flat Rock fires in Campbell County, as well as the H...
Andre Moubarak has partnered with his brother Tony in an effort to bridge the different cultural differences between Middle Eastern and Western churches. This was the fundamental message from the speaker at last weekend's presentations in the Moorcroft Secondary School auditorium. Moubarak presented his religious beliefs based on his background as a resident of the war-torn area and other considerations. First Presbyterian Pastor Monte Reichenberg, pictured above introducing the speaker, hosted...
Are you ready? Another exciting year of LOGOS is about to begin! With the theme, “In the Beginning”, students, their families, and staff will journey together through the Creation Event and take a fun look at the science that supports Creation. LOGOS, a non-denominational program, aptly described as “Christ-Centered Fun”, is for the entire family. Elementary age students (and pre-school students, if accompanied by an adult) are invited to participate in recreation, worship and Bible study each Wednesday between 4 and 6:45 p.m., while similar...
As part of the “Girl Scouts Love State Parks Program”, Wyoming State Parks and the Girl Scouts are joining together on the weekend of September 14 and 15 to participate in activities designed by park rangers to encourage and teach about the various aspects from several parks. Keyhole is presenting an opportunity to build bluebird houses and take part in an educational program about black footed ferrets on Saturday, September 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p. m. with the parks’ ambassador ferrets. Bear River, EKW, Sinks Canyon and Curt Gowdy will also...
A state of Wyoming veterans service officer from the Wyoming Veterans Commission will conduct community outreach services around Wyoming cities throughout September. Sandy McFarland is available to meet with veterans and their families to discuss state and federal veterans’ benefits, Department of Veterans Affairs claims, or VA healthcare. McFarland can also help veterans and their families apply for benefits, file claims, or request healthcare. Her office is located at 551 Running West Dr., Ste. 100, in Gillette, and she will be available a...
Twenty-two guests enjoyed the Monarch butterfly and milkweed program last Saturday evening at Keyhole State Park. The program educated attendees on the vital part the lowly milkweed plays in the survival of the Monarch butterfly as the only plant on which the butterfly lays its eggs. The milkweed contains a toxin animals and birds will not eat, thus, when the caterpillars do enjoy munching on this select meal, they are not on any one’s menu. The loss of the milkweed through loss of habitat directly impacts the Monarch, which, in turn has e...
Meeting Notice The Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on September 26, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at the Sundance State Bank conference room. You are invited to attend in-person or via Teams webinar. https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ee29fa6f-8a17-4de8-9d6a-5dee31229616@f1f73db4-4d69-4e07-8652-10c57c1f3e50 Publish: September 5, 2024...
Meeting Notice The Crook County Tourism Promotion Board will meet according to the following schedule in the coming months: Wednesday, September 18, in Hulett at the Community Center, 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 16, in Moorcroft at the West Texas Trail Museum, 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, in Sundance at the Crook County Museum, 5 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, in Hulett at the Community Center, 5 p.m. Publish: September 5, 2024...
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE AND FINAL PAYMENT AND SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that on the 16th day of October 2024, final settlement will be made by Crook County School District No. 1, for and on account of a contract with Morning Star Elevator, LLC. for the Chair Lift Replacement Project. The above work having been completed and accepted according to the plans and specifications of Schutz- Foss Architects, P.C., and the above date being the 41st day after the first publication of this notice, the said Contractor will be entitled...
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Wednesday, August 28th, 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, Director of Public Works Scott Green 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. Guest Cindy Mosteller with West Texas Trails Museum came to...
HS Golf at Moorcroft Invite Aug. 30 Girls: Victoria Rozell 108 Abby Stroud 139 Krizma Delfino 146 Boys: McKinnon Purcell 105 Gatlin McCrea 110 Kurtis Elliot 112 Sean Gose 129 Cross Country at Mallo Aug. 30-31 Varsity 5K: 5. Morning Barnum 32:10.29 JH 2500M: 3. Rachel Burris 11:51.99 HS Volleyball Moorcroft – 0, Glenrock – 2: (19-25, 18-25) Moorcroft – 2, Newcastle – 1 (18-25, 25-16, 15-12) Moorcroft – 0, Wright – 2 (14-25, 16-25)...
