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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The first major snowstorm of the winter was kind enough to wait until after Thanksgiving Day to interrupt travel, though the cold wind and fog in some areas on Thursday certainly spoke of what was to come. When the snowflakes finally began to fall late on Friday afternoon, they would continue to do so throughout the next day, accompanied by strong winds and occasional whiteout conditions. The storm system moved out of the central Rockies into the northern and central plains, according to the Nat...
The Moorcroft Chamber of Commerce is once again gearing up for their annual Christmas Basket Project. This is a very worthwhile project and helps the less fortunate during the holiday season. In past years, volunteers have put together from 40 to 50 baskets so any kind of food or monetary donations would be greatly appreciated. For anyone needing a food basket or if you know of anyone needing a food basket, forms are available at the Moorcroft Post Office, Diehl’s Supermarket, Moorcroft Pinnacle Bank and the Coffee Cup Fuel Stop. Just fill o...
The Moorcroft Town Center has not welcomed any new businesses for some time, despite the efforts of so many diligent supporters, but with new avenues for funding being made available through the SLIB and the Wyoming Business Council, there may be hope for the future. Wyoming Business Council northeast regional director Brandi Harlow spoke to the town governing body in November regarding a grant available for application within the next fiscal year. This $25,000 grant must be matched at 25 percent ($6,250). Andrea Wood, who was also present,...
The second of the new monthly art classes was held at the Moorcroft Senior center Monday. The class limits the number of students to ten and sold out this week. Resident Jodi Clark, who is recognized by friends as an “Americana” aficionado, enjoyed working with acrylics to paint a charming holiday greeting. Classes are taught by Moorcroft Public Library Adult Services representative Cindy Mosteller, who says of the monthly fun, “The funds raised just pays for the supplies we need. We’re hoping...
Virginia “Ginger” Massie passed away on November 20, 2019, from health reasons. Ginger was born on October 13, 1948 in Belle Fourche, South Dakota to Walter and Jennie Massie. Ginger grew up on the family ranch west of Belle Fourche. She participated in 4H, showing calves and horses at local fairs and horse shows. In 1967, Ginger married Gary Dungey and to that union two children were born, Wade and Cory. After divorce, Ginger attended Black Hills State University and South Dakota School of Min... Full story
Robert “Bob” Stephen Ulrich, 91, passed away on November 23, 2019, at the Crook County Hospital in Sundance, Wyoming. Bob was born October 1, 1928, in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, to Joseph Stephen and Lena Corrine (Endres) Ulrich and raised in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, where his hotelier grandfather also ran an ice delivery business. Bob helped with the family businesses, and spent summers working as a lifeguard at the many beaches in the area. He graduated from Toms River High School, and... Full story
Kathryn Kinsall, 57, of Sundance, Wyoming, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at the Crook County Memorial Hospital in Sundance after a battle with cancer. On February 20, 1962, as John Glenn was orbiting the earth, Kathryn “Kat” was born to Lester and Arlene Mauch in Sundance. She was their fourth and last child. Kat grew and matured in Sundance, graduating from Sundance schools. She spent a few years moving first to California, Texas, Georgia and back to Sundance. She married Edw... Full story
Thank You On behalf of the Pine Haven EMS department we would like to thank everyone that made the 1st annual Coach Carl Mirich Memorial Fund Raiser Texas Hold’em Tournament a huge success. Pine Haven EMS received the proceeds in memory of the wonderful members of our community that passed on this year and we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to those who organized and hosted the event. Your generosity and commitment to our community are what makes this a great place to live and work. Pine Haven EMS Director Dusty D...
In last week’s issue of the Moorcroft Leader, on page 6, the names of the athletes pictured under “Moorcroft football post season awards” were not in the correct order; the picture was of Rowdy Pfeil, Parker Schlater, Parker Seeley, Hunter Gerstner, Zane Linder and Coach Travis Santisteven.... Full story
Gillette woman pleads no contest to vehicular homicide GILLETTE (WNE) — A Gillette woman pleaded no contest to one count of aggravated vehicular homicide Wednesday morning. Kaycee Smelser, 34, had been charged in the death of 26-year-old Jessica Cano De Najera on Jan. 25, 2018. In December 2018, Smelser pleaded not guilty to the charge. A jury trial was scheduled to begin Monday. She pleaded no contest in a change of plea hearing in District Judge John R. Perry’s courtroom Nov. 27. Smelser was driving south on Highway 59 near Wright at abo...
The public is invited to the Annual Christmas Nativity and Music Extravaganza on Sunday, December 8, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Moorcroft Town Center library; this event is sponsored by Moorcroft Interfaith Community (MIC). As in previous years, the public is invited to set up their treasured Nativity Sets before the event begins and are welcome to bring one or two or even ten of their favorite Nativity Sets for the community to view and enjoy. While music plays in the background, guests are welcome to browse and admire the variety of Nativity...
New Arrivals! K-3 Little Dinos Don’t Yell (board book) by Michael Dahl, Skid Steers Go to Work (non-fiction) by Emma Carlson Berne, No Lie, I Acted Like a Beast! The Story of Beauty and the Beast as Told by the Beast by Nancy Loewen, Eloise and the Snowman by Lisa McClatchy, Lucille Gets Jealous by Julie Gassman, Do Not Bring Your Dragon to Recess by Julie Gassman, Eloise and the Very Secret Room by Ellen Weiss, Little Dinos Don’t Hit (board book) by Michael Dahl, Lacey Walker, Nonstop Talker by Christianne Jones. Piper is one picky piglet—espe...
Kids were sledding during their lunch recesses on Tuesday, December 3....
Some things aren't for sale - integrity and honesty...
At the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) 129th Annual Convention, held Dec. 1-4 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, Criss Neiman of the Wyoming Association of Fairs (WAF) was named the State and Provincial Associations of Fairs Executive of the Year. The Executive of the Year Award goes to an association executive who has been in this position for at least five years. They have to be recommended by their association and are judged on their participation and contributions to their respective...
CHEYENNE – A group of landowners in eastern Laramie County filed a federal lawsuit last week against Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, arguing the oil and gas company violated antitrust and monopoly regulations by creating a noncompetitive market for minerals in the area. The lawsuit, filed Nov. 25 in U.S. District Court of Wyoming, states Anadarko has developed a monopoly over oil and gas production in eastern Laramie County by obtaining an excessive number of drilling permits and raising royalty rates on mineral leases. Anadarko, which was a...
CASPER — A Wyoming tribe is looking to hemp and medical marijuana as potential ways to bolster the Wind River Reservation economy and treat illnesses, an approach more and more tribes view as potentially lucrative. In late September, the Eastern Shoshone Tribe’s General Council voted to approve a resolution to have a group examine legalizing medical marijuana and allowing hemp production as well as formulate a plan to potentially vote on. Advocates for the measures say hemp and cannabis-related businesses or cultivation could help div...
On November 25, police received a dog complaint. Owners of the animals were spoken to about the situation. Nothing further at this time. On November 27, police received a call about an open door at a residence. Officer responded and found the open door. Officer made a check of the residence to ensure there was no criminal activity taking place as there did not appear to be anyone home. Officer then made contact with the home owner and requested they meet at the residence to check for possible missing items. Owner arrived and checked home....
Speeding – Matthew P. Sullivan, MI, 79/70, $88; Timarie D. Javier, Gillette, 91/75, $125; Peter R. Solis, GA, 90/75, $120; Suzanne G. Darr, Gillette, 90/75, $120; Joseph V. Crowe, Gillette, 85/70, $120; Larry Wayne Cage, Casper, 76/65, $100; Daniel B. Stucki, UT, 96/75, $150; Jackie S. Griffith, Aladdin, 78/65, $110; Raymond J. Doney, GA, 84/70, $115; Justin J. Roeser, SD, 91/75, $125; Caleb Adams, Newcastle, 83/70, $110; Jamie M. Kenyon, 90/75, $120; Jarod A. Roubideaux, SD, 78/70, $86; Wade A. Cudmore, SD, 83/75, $86 No Valid Driver’s Lic...
Nov. 25 – Three VIN checks. Traffic stop. Paper service. Detention Deputy fingerprinted two subjects. Deputy investigated a report of gas drive off. Deputy checked business. Deputy investigated a report of domestic disturbance. EMS page. Nov. 26 – Two VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Paper service. Detention Deputy fingerprinted subject. Deputy did welfare check. Deputy investigated vehicle crash. Deputy investigated suspicious vehicle. Three EMS pages. Nov. 27 – Three VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Deputy checked business. Deputy inves...
Violations: Serge Huysmans, NY, Speeding 50/30, $110; Juli A McDougal, Banner, WY, Speeding 25/20 – School Zone, $50; Michael G. Parker, WA, Speeding 26/20 – School Zone, $120; Walter C. Gusler, MT, Speeding 41/30, $65; Douglas Adams, Moorcroft, WY, Speeding 25/20 – School Zone, $50; Hailey N. Dobis, Ontario, Speeding 36/20 – School Zone, $275; Christian M. Miller, MS, Speeding 41/30, $65; Pamela A. Weiler, OR, Speeding 41/20 – School Zone, $225; Samuel Cabello, Newcastle, WY, Speeding 30/20 – School Zone, $170; Nicole Anderson, Gillette, W...
Cook Lake is once again open for recreation, but the dam project is not quite finished yet. Delays due to weather mean that the site will likely close again in the spring to wrap up construction, says District Ranger Mike Gosse. “The Cook Lake project is done for this year, but not completely finished yet. The wintery weather we had in October caused delays in getting the project 100 percent finished,” he says. “The Bureau of Reclamation crew did a great job in working through some tough conditions and did get the project 85 to 90 perce...
As the 2020 elections begin to ramp up, the County Clerk’s Association of Wyoming (CCA) is encouraging women across the state to exercise their hard-won voting rights. Wyoming was not only the first U.S. territory to grant women the right to vote, 150 years ago this month, it was also the first place in the world to take that step. Women in Wyoming headed to the polls a full quarter century before New Zealand became the first country to claim the same honor. It wouldn’t be until the next century that Australia followed suit and parts of Eur...
Warren Peak Highway is closed effective immediately. The decision has been made due to public safety concerns. “With the early snowfall the Bearlodge has had this year, including this last storm, these roads are currently impassable,” said Mike Gosse, Bearlodge District Ranger. “There have been numerous vehicles that have gotten stuck.” Officials say many roads across the Forest are ice-covered from melting snow during the day and freezing temperatures at night. The public should be prepared for winter driving conditions on all of the Forest...
