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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Residents who are depositing yard waste, predominantly leaves, into the streets are advised of their responsibility to keep the municipal roadways clear of such waste that fouls the drains. This problem faced the public works team earlier in the year with police verbally warning and ticketing those who did not clear their lawn clippings. Leaves fall under this rule as well and will be addressed with the same redress in the future. The council discussed the matter at the Monday night meeting and realized that this week’s yard cleaning will p...
Pine Haven's volunteer fire department has been actively seeking a command vehicle to add to the department's inventory for the last several months and department chief TJ Gideon has finally found and purchased a used vehicle for the perfect fit. The 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe was retired from a fire department in Oregon at 100,000 miles and Pine Haven was able to purchase the automobile for $7500. Council liaison and volunteer fireman Don Lancaster said of the Tahoe when it arrived a few days ago,...
Ghosts and goblins are almost upon us, and many local homes are already playing host to the spooks of the season. Moorcroft's annual Trick or Treat Street will be held on Saturday, October 29 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Moorcroft Town Center (the old Elementary School gymnasium). The Moorcroft Parent Action Committee will be hosting the event to provide a fun, safe place for kids to enjoy Halloween. Festivities include a cake walk, games, treats and prizes. A Haunted House will be available...
Numerous seats will be filled on the county’s various boards at November’s general election. While many seats are uncontested, two boards in particular will see high levels of competition. To assist voters in making their choice for these contested positions, we asked every candidate for Crook County School District and Crook County Medical Services District to provide a brief bio and answer the question: what was the driving force behind your decision to run for this seat? Hospital Board: At Large (2 seats) Brent Fowler My name is Brent Fow...
Unemployment rate in Campbell County and state remains steady GILLETTE (WNE) — Campbell County’s unemployment rate remained unchanged from August to September, staying at 3.3%, which is in line with the state average. It’s the seventh highest unemployment rate in the state. The local labor force increased by more than 300, growing to 21,897 people, and the number of employed people increased by nearly 350 to 21,180. Campbell County’s 3.3% mark is a big improvement over last September’s mark of 4.2%. It was the second largest year-over...
Boat ramp and aquatic invasive species inspection hours at both Glendo and Keyhole state parks are adjusting to accommodate the waning sunlight hours. Beginning Mon., Oct. 24, boat ramp use and AIS inspection hours will be limited to sunrise to sunset. Boaters can check the Keyhole and Glendo sunrise/sunset tables for time references. Ramp restrictions — and the requirement for an aquatic invasive species inspection before launching — are due to the threat of zebra mussels from Pactola Reservoir in South Dakota spreading to Wyo...
It was an awesome game! The boys were ready to play as hard as ever, and they did just that. It was an awesome way to end the season and the high school careers for our seniors. Our O-line did a great job being led by Kyler Smith and Dane Connally and our backs played lights out being led by James Long and Richie Allison. It was an awesome game all around for these boys! We ended the game with a score of Moorcroft 72, Guernsey 6. It is also a great way to start next year on a very positive...
The Wolves traveled to Ethete for the State Cross Country Championships on Saturday, October 22. Lilly Barnum and Katelynn Blakeman are the two senior athletes on the team and put on a great show. Katelynn finished with the time of 26:16.0 and Lilly finished with the time of 29:27.5. Mallory Jones is a Junior and our 2A Cross Country Champion with her first place finishing time of 21:20.5. Marcus James is a junior and the only male on the Varsity team, he was named All-State with his ninth...
The Wolves faced some tough competition over the weekend, but still stepped up and competed. First, we played #1 in our conference, Buffalo, with the scores of Buffalo 3 Moorcroft 1 (22-25, 25-23, 27-25, 25-21). I was impressed with our defense this game; we had some great hustle plays and worked hard with our blocking and our back row. Next, we saw the #1 team in the south, Wheatland, with a match just about as close as it gets, Wheatland 3 Moorcroft 2 (23-25, 25-16, 25-13, 23-25, 18-16). We...
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 OCTOBER 17th, 2022, at HULETT, WYOMING. To Whom Paid Purpose of Expenditure Amount General Fund 21 ELECTRIC Building Repairs $1,003.20 ABC DESIGNS Floor Decal $700.00 ARCHITECTURAL SPECIALTIES LLC Building Repairs $3,065.73 BIFULCO, KATHERINE M Physical Therapy Services $1,541.70 BIG HORN TIRE INC Trailer Repair $928.11 BLUUM USA,... Full story
NOTICE OF CROOK COUNTY BALLOT PROPOSITION TO BE ON THE NOVEMBER 8, 2022 GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT “Shall Crook County be authorized to renew a lodging tax at a rate of two percent (2%) upon the sales price paid for sleeping accommodations for guests in hotels, motels, tourist courts, trailer parks, campgrounds, dude ranches, short-term condominiums, and similar establishments, in accordance with Wyoming Statute 39-15-204(a)(ii)” Publish: October 20, 27 and November 3, 2022... Full story
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Monday, October 24, 2022 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmen Paul Smoot, Dusty Petz, Austin Smith, and Dale Petersen. Town Representatives Present: Deputy Clerk Jesse Connally, Chief of Police Bill Bryant, and HDR Engineer Heath Turbiville. Councilman Dale Petersen motioned to approve the consent agenda with Councilman Smith seconding, all ayes, motion carried. Deputy Clerk Connally gave the Clerk’s report. Clerks Office is working on finalizing the audit with Casey Petersen and t... Full story
OFFICIAL BALLOT ON THE FORMATION QUESTION FOR WARBONNET CANYON ESTATES IMPROVEMENT AND SERVICE DISTRICT CROOK COUNTY, WYOMING November 8, 2022 “FOR” OR “AGAINST” FORMATION Instructions to Voter 1. To vote you must make an X next to “For Formation” or “Against Formation”. 2. Use only a BLACK ink pen. 3. If you spoil your ballot, do not erase, but ask for a new ballot. Vote for or against the formation of the Warbonnet Canyon Estates Improvement and Service District. “Shall an improvement and service district named “Warbonnet Canyon Estates Impr... Full story
Crook County Weed and Pest have the following Items posted for sale: Approximately 30 sheets of Tin 4-Wheeler Tracks. Miscellaneous Office Supplies Sealed bids are due in the Weed and Pest office on or by November 9, 2022 at 6 p.m. The Crook County Weed and Pest reserves the right to deny any/all bids. Feel free to make an appointment at the office to see the items for sale! Publish: October 27 and November 3, 2022... Full story
PUBLIC NOTICE The Wyoming Public Service Commission (Commission) approved the Amended Application of Black Hills Wyoming Gas, LLC d/b/a Black Hills Energy (BHWG or the Company) to establish a total purchased gas cost rate of $0.8446 per therm, representing a decrease of $0.0026 per therm, effective on and after September 1, 2022. The rate is applicable to approximately 67,937 customers, including all Cheyenne and Cody Division customers as well as all Choice Gas customers in the Casper, Gillette, and Torrington Divisions who have elected to... Full story
Board Meeting The Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on November 22, 2022 at 12:30 p.m. at the Sundance State Bank Meeting Room. The meeting will also be hosted via Zoom. The Zoom webinar link is included below: You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Nov 22, 2022 12:30 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada) Topic: CCMSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86024286891 Passcode: 962106 Or One tap mobile : US:... Full story
National Park Service (NPS) Acting Regional Director Kate Hammond announced the selection of Doug Crossen as superintendent of Devils Tower National Monument. He began working in his new assignment at the park on October 11. The position reports to the superintendent of Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area. Crossen has worked for the National Park Service for over 30 years, most recently as the acting superintendent at Jewel Cave National Monument. "Doug's experience in park opera...
Remember to come and trick-or-treat at the Library on Monday, October 31 for a treat from the librarians! We are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Remember we have story hour every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and after school at 4 p.m. Come on in and see what we have planned! As always, the adult book club is held the third Thursday at 1 p.m. of every month at the library and everyone is welcome! New Books An Impossible Promise by Jude Deveraux Life and Other Near-Death Experiences by Camille Pagan Lost among the Living by Simone St. James The Stolen Hours...
