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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Kids chase after a ball as they play a leisurely game of soccer before the first bell early Tuesday morning at Moorcroft's elementary school....
The telemetry program that Moorcroft's Public Works Department uses to monitor and manage the five active wells on which the town depends for water has become outdated and no longer works effectively, necessitating repeated troubleshooting to mitigate problems within the system. According to department director Cory Allison, "It's slow...and getting glitches." When Moorcroft residents run water in their homes, these five wells including the Maddison and four smaller wells work inconspicuously...
With the approval of their Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) grant application for $221,700, Pine Haven is moving forward with the next phase of the bike/walking path, which is the completion of the overall project design including land surveys, acquiring easements where necessary and addressing drainage issues. The town is matching the grant funding with $23,3000, making a total of $245,000. The next project for which Pine Haven may apply will be actual development of the succeeding portion of the path and, although, the arrangement...
All Conference medals and certificates held proudly by Oliver Gorsuch, First Team; Chaz Dewey, Second Team; Wyatt Allred, First Team; and Braydenn Terry, who wrapped up the season with All Conference in First Team, an award for Good Sportsmanship at the Pine Bluffs game and All State. Terry later said of the awards he had received, "I set myself to a high standard and high goals so I was hoping I'd do good this year, I was hoping I'd get All Conference, but I definitely was not expecting All...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of James Alan Bollig, who succumbed to pancreatic cancer on November 16, 2023. James, a native of Platteville, Colorado, later became a resident of Moorcroft and Gillette, Wyoming. James, a proud graduate of Valley High School (Class of 1977), dedicated his entire career to working with heavy equipment, showcasing his unwavering commitment and skill in his chosen field. Beyond his professional life, James found immense joy in the... Full story
A state of Wyoming veterans service officer from the Wyoming Veterans Commission will conduct community outreach services around Wyoming cities throughout December. 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 f...
Speeding – Christopher W. Bears, Hulett, WY, 80/65, $135; Clinton Snook, Hulett, WY, 80/65, $135; Travis Hartman, Bozeman, MT, 80/70, $105; Joseph Wiles, Manitowoc, WI, 84/75, $103; Oscar Arbelaez Vargas, Tampa, FL, 94/80, $130; (truck) – Chase K. Roundy, Cedar City, UT, 37/30, $414; David Shenkel, Spokane, WA, 88/80, $396 No Valid Title, Registration and License Plates – Cullen P. Kelly, Hulett, WY, $140 Intermediate Permit Passenger Violation – (minor), Moorcroft, WY, $90 Meet or Pass Stopped School Bus – Beth Ellsbury, Sundance, WY, $440...
Nov. 13 – Seven VIN checks. Property damage. Traffic stops. Livestock. Civil standby. Motorist assist. Two business checks. House watch. EMS page. Nov. 14 – Six VIN checks. Two fingerprints. Fraud. Two business checks. Welfare check. Fire page. EMS page. Nov. 15 – Five VIN checks. Paper service. Four traffic stops. Livestock. Public relations. Suspicious. Two business checks. EMS page. Nov. 16 – Two accidents. Two motorist assists. Traffic stops. Fingerprints. Two business checks. Welfare check. EMS page. Nov. 17 – Animal complaint. Citizen d...
Our Thanks Thank you, Crook County! Thank you to everyone who called, sent cards or attended Luke’s memorial. And thank you to those that have kept us in their prayers. The sorrow of Luke’s passing will be felt by many for a long time. We are grateful to have so many friends we consider extended family to lean on during this difficult time. Your love, compassion and generosity is something we didn’t know we would ever need to lean on but this community was right there for us. Thank you. Please continue to pray for us. With sincere grati... Full story
On November 22, police were notified of a possible domestic disturbance. Officer arrived on scene and met with the reporting party who showed the officer the residence in question. Officer made contact with the resident who denied any domestic issues. Nothing further. On November 24, police received a report of a possible sexual assault of a minor. Investigation is continuing. Stats: Forty-six business checks. Five traffic warnings. Five crosswalk/school zone. Domestic disturbance. VIN check. Sexual assault. Citations: One citation for...
Man caught after getting stuck in snow pleads guilty to federal charges GILLETTE (WNE) — A Campbell County man who was arrested after driving his truck into a snowbank on the side of Highway 50 pleaded guilty to federal drug charges while another man involved in the drug bust has been sentenced to state prison. Jesse Ray Walthers, 39, pleaded guilty at his October change of plea hearing in U.S. District Court to a count of possession with intent to distribute meth and a count of possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, a...
The run-up to Christmas is upon us, with plenty of local events to enjoy as Santa prepares his sleigh. The Moorcroft Area Chamber of Commerce will present its annual Parade of Lights on December 10 on Big Horn Avenue at 5 p.m. Hot cocoa bars will be available at Mousse Lodge and the West Texas Trails Museum, while Santa himself will be at the museum for cookies and greetings after the parade. If you’d like to decorate a downtown light pole for the season, the chamber is also offering opportunities to do so. “There is a prize for best dec...
CASPER — Wyoming’s Black Butte Mine in January 2021 applied to add federal coal reserves at its Sweetwater County operations, which supplies the Jim Bridger Power Plant and a sizable share of baseload thermal energy throughout the West. It was a run-of-the-mill application that state regulators expected to be approved smoothly. Instead, it has become mired in a nightmarishly tedious approval process that’s brought state leaders to their wits’ end. Concerns at the Black Butte Mine are among a host of recent complaints coming out of coal country...
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 NOVEMBER 20TH, 2023 IN MOORCROFT, WYOMING. To Whom Paid Purpose of Expenditure Amount General Fund 21 ELECTRIC Repairs $6,885.98 A & B WELDING SUPPLY CO INC Supplies $789.84 A & J SCREENING Sports Banners $975.00 ABLE LLC In District Transition Services Contract $2,890.00 ALLSOP, ,MORGAN Mileage Reimbursement $1,360.44 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES Supplies $1,893.16... Full story
ORDINANCE 3- 2023 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND RESTATING IN ITS ENTIRETY TITLE 12, CHAPTER 1 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF MOORCROFT, WYOMING NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE TOWN OF MOORCROFT, WYOMING THAT TITLE 12, (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) IS HEREBY AMENDED AND RESTATED IN ITS ENTIRETY AS FOLLOWS. TITLE 12 MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAFFIC OFFENSES, SNOWMOBILES THE TOWN OF MOORCROFT ADOPTS THE UNIFORM ACT REGULATING TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAYS 12-1-01 ADOPTION OF UNIFORM ACT REGULATING TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAY... Full story
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Wednesday, November 22nd, 2023 Town Council Present: Mayor Pro Tem Dale Petersen, Councilmembers Austin Smith and Heidi Humpal Excused Mayor Ben Glenn and Councilmember Bob Stewart Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Cheryl Schneider, Police Chief Bill Bryant and HDR Engineer Heath Turbiville Mayor Pro Tem Petersen called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Roll call was taken with Mayor Ben Glenn and Councilmember Bob Stewart excused. Councilmember... Full story
NOTICE OF SUBDIVISON HEARING FOR APPLICATION OF SUBDIVISION PERMIT Be advised that Collin Massie, P.O. Box 1063, Moorcroft, WY 82721 is hereby giving notice of an application for subdivision permit for a Minor Subdivision. The proposed Massie Estates Minor Subdivision lies in the NE¼ SE¼ of Section 17, T50N, R66W, of the Sixth Principal Meridian, Crook County, Wyoming. The Crook County Land Use Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a hearing to review the application and plat of the Massie Estate Minor Subdivision on Monday, December 11, 2... Full story
The Crook County Cattlewomen Christmas party will be held at the Gulch at Devils Tower on December 13 from 5 to 6 p.m. followed by dinner. Attendees are asked to bring non-perishable beef products for Hulett, Sundance and Moorcroft Schools. RSVP Tracy Bush....
