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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On Monday, January 6, Pine Haven Fire Department hosted an incident management class taught by Crook County Emergency Management Coordinator, Ed Robinson. This class was attended by Pine Haven Council members, department heads and one Moorcroft council member. The class offered was the National Incident Management System (NIMS) for senior officials. NIMS helps prepare council members for incidents based on incident command, information systems, multi-agency groups and emergency operations...
Moorcroft and Pine Haven firefighters have started their year with lifesaving trainings. The skills they learned at these training courses will help them save lives when the need arises. The weekend of January 4 and 5, Moorcroft firefighters Thomas Muhlbauer, Justin Thomas and Steve Miller went to Riverton to train on advanced auto extrication. During this training, these firefighters learned how to get a trapped person out of a vehicle by using lifesaving equipment. Pine Haven will also be...
During the Moorcroft Council meeting on Wednesday, January 8, some of the topics discussed included light poles, landfill fees, the splash pad and water line repairs. Councilman Dale Peterson and councilwoman Heidi Humpal read the oath for their new term. The light pole topic had a guest speaker from PRE-CORP to discuss the decision to switch the light poles to LED lights bulbs. This change will occur during the spring or if a pole needs to be re-paired before then. Landfill fees for mobile homes were discussed and is now a set fee of $2500...
Jan. 6 – Four VIN checks. Two paper services. Traffic complaint. Two traffic hazards. Alarm. Breathing problem. Trespassing. Welfare check. Three business checks. Fire page. Two EMS pages. Jan. 7 – Four VIN checks. Two alarms. Citizen assist. Domestic. Paper service. Project Lifesaver. Information. Assist to Wyoming Highway Patrol. Fire page. Two EMS pages. Jan. 8 – Four VIN checks. Motorist assist. Welfare check. Prisoner transport. EMS page. Jan. 9 – Two VIN checks. Four business checks. Accident. Four EMS pages. Jan. 10 – VIN check. Fi...
Speeding – Seth Saunders, Ogden, UT, 83/80, $5; Kristen Enos, Rapid City, SD, 85/80, $15; Reese J. Oetken, Sheridan, WY, 85/80, $15; Preston Engbrecht, Marion, SD, 80/75, $15; Favel Jens, Deer Park, WA, 85/80, $15; Tony Lipa, Minneapolis, MN, 86/80, $97; Jeremiah Haas, Hulett, WY, 77/65, $120; Remington Peck, Hooper, UT, 87/75, $120; Taylor Olson, Bismarck, ND, 93/80, $125; Nicole Marie Ives, Billings, MT, 91/75, $130; Shannon Mixell, Morrison, Co, 80/65, $135; Scott Matthew Barth, Ostrander, OH, 91/75, $140; Wyatt Pettyjohn, Belgrade, MT, 9...
On Jan. 6, an individual came to the police station to request officers to watch their property while they were out of town. Officers checked on the property while on patrol. Nothing further. On Jan. 6, an officer was dispatched to a residence for a welfare check due to concerning suicidal statements from an individual. After speaking with them, the individual clarified that they did not intend to harm themselves but were feeling down due to health and life issues. The officer advised they would contact the Department of Family Services for...
Wyoming National Guard activates C-130s to fight LA wildfires GILLETTE (WNE) — Three Wyoming Air National Guard C-130s equipped with the U.S. Forest Service’s Modular Airborne Fire Fighting Systems, or MAFFS, and associated personnel were ac-tivated by U.S. Northern Command to support firefighting efforts in the Los Angeles area. Three C-130 aircraft from the 153rd Airlift Wing will travel to Channel Islands Air National Guard Base in California, where they will provide critical assistance to the state’s firefighting appa-ratus, accor... Full story
We continue to make it easier for you to access our programs and benefits. Our website –www.SSA.gov– offers a convenient way to apply online for benefits. You can apply for: • Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits – You must be at least 61 years and 9 months and want your benefits to start in no more than four months. Apply at www.ssa.gov/retirement. • Disability Benefits – You can use our online application at www.ssa.gov/disability to apply for disability benefits if you: Are age 18 or older. Are unable to work because of a medical condition tha...
The county commissioners are putting together a steering committee to guide the creation of its updated comprehensive land use plan. The committee will be comprised of up to ten residents of Crook County, who will meet monthly with contractors as development of the new plan continues. Members of the committee will be appointed through a combination of requests for applications and personal invitation. The aim will be to ensure that the committee represents as wide a variety of people as possible, particularly in terms of geography. The...
The University of Wyoming Extension has scheduled 16 pesticide safety education programs for private applicators across the state January through March. Currently, programs are scheduled in Crook, Goshen, Johnson, Laramie, Niobrara, Park, Platte, Sheridan and Weston counties. Details for private applicator programs in additional counties will be released in the coming months. For the most up-to-date information, contact a county extension office or visit https://bit.ly/wda-2025-private-psep. Private applicator licenses are required for anyone...
Colds, flus and other respiratory illnesses are often more common in colder months. Since people are indoors more often, viruses can pass more easily from person to person. An ounce of prevention is most definitely worth a pound of cure. Fortunately, you don't need an extra stroke of luck to avoid getting sick when everyone else is under the weather; you just need to take the right preventative approach. Here are some tips for preventing common winter illnesses and keeping you and your loved...
A memorial Texas Hold’em tournament is being held on Saturday, February 8, at the Pine Haven Community Center. Half of the buy-in will go to the Pine Haven fire department to purchase new gear and oxygen tanks. The memorial tournament is held in honor of Coach Carl Mirich, who was an avid poker player and community member in Pine Haven. Coach Mirich was a former football coach for Moorcroft. Along with the tournament there will be a silent auction and drinks provided by R place. Pine Haven Mayor Karla Brandenburg stated, “We had 53 players las...
¼ cup olive oil 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 3 garlic cloves, minced 1½ tsp. minced fresh thyme or ¾ tsp. dried thyme 1 tsp. salt ½ tsp. minced fresh rosemary or ¼ tsp. dried rosemary, crushed ¼ tsp. pepper 6 bone-in chicken thighs 6 chicken drumsticks 1 lb. baby red potatoes, halved 1 med. lemon, sliced 2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients until blended. Pour ¼ cup marinade into a large bowl or shallow dish. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaini...
GILLETTE — Right now, homeschool families in Wyoming are required to submit a curriculum to the local school district each year. A proposed bill would amend state law to remove this requirement. House Bill 46, the Homeschool Freedom Act, would eliminate this requirement of reporting to the school district and change the statute to say that it’s the homeschool families’ responsibility to “ensure” that a curriculum is being administered to the students. State law says a homebased educational program shall meet the requirements of a basic aca...
On Monday, January 6, around 7:45 a.m., a concerned citizen reported a chimney on fire on East Converse St. Thanks to the quick actions of the fire department, there was minimal damage. Fire Chief Jeff Holberg says that the fire started due to a wood stove flue (chimney) being installed incorrectly. Once the firefighters got on scene, they were able to quickly get the fire under control. There was no major damage, and no one was harmed. Chief Holberg offers the advice, “clean your chimneys and check your appliance drafts” to help reduce the...
Today, more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. It is a brain condition that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Since the onset of Alzheimer’s can occur in younger people before they retire, it may affect their ability to work as the disease progresses. Our benefits and services are especially vital to people with early-onset Alzheimer’s who are unable to work and may have no other source of income. They may want to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Secur...
On Dec. 31, officers were dispatched to a residence for a domestic assault. The individual involved was found outside waiting for the officers and placed in custody. Officers interviewed all parties involved and collected evidence. The investigation is ongoing. On Jan. 1, an officer was approached by a person in the Subway parking lot who had locked their keys inside their car. The individual asked for assistance in getting back into the vehicle, and the officer was able to unlock the car for them. Nothing further. On Jan. 2, a local church...
Speeding: Victor J. Genchi, 44/30, Loxahatchee, FL, $188; William E. Griffin, 47/30, Jefferson, TX, $145; Ralph G. Austin, 44/30, Walnut Creek, CA, $188; Jon K. Paul, 47/30, Sturgis, SD, $219; Matthew R. Bishop, 54/30, San Pedro, CA, $288; Ivan Vasquez, 55/30, Woodland Hills, CA, $295. Park on Street Over 14 Days: Amanda Vazquez, Moorcroft, WY, $5. Snow Emergency Route Parking Violation: William Stewart, Moorcroft, WY, $25. Expired Registration: Lloyd J. Taylor, New Braunfels, TX, $150....
Speeding – Jaydan D. Davis, Sundance, WY, 74/70, $10; Shane Mussetter, Hardin, MT, 79/75, $10; Alexander Spehar, Kansas City, MO, 79/75, $10; Amy Becker, Laurel, MT, 84/80, $10; Everardo Pena Hernandez, Rice, TX, 74/70, $10; Barry Amende, Sheridan, WY, 84/80, $10; Gabriel Marchiando, Rapid City, SD, 84/80, $11; Sean Swider, Helena, MT, 85/80, $15; Travis Forester, Gillette, WY, 80/75, $15; Maximillion Cossette, Fargo, ND, 85/80, $15; Catherine Aloisio, Casper, WY, 85/80, $15; Sarah Smith, Devils Tower, WY, 85/80, $15; Jada Waliezer, M...
Dec. 30 – Two VIN checks. Animal complaint. Three business checks. REDDI report. EMS page. Dec. 31 – Six VIN checks. Six traffic stops. Traffic complaint. Civil standby. Two EMS pages. Jan. 1 – Three traffic stops. House watch. EMS page. Jan. 2 – Five vin checks. Two traffic stops. Two paper services. Welfare check. Two assist other agency. Two falls. Two business checks. Property damage. Fire page. Five EMS pages. Jan. 3 – Four VIN checks. Traffic stop. Paper service. Accident. Citizen assist. Fraud. Suspicious circumstance. Probation... Full story
Hageman introduces First Amendment Accountability Act CHEYENNE (WNE) — On the opening day of the 119th Congress, U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman introduced her first bill of the new session, the First Amendment Accountability Act, described in a news release as “the next step in her fight against the weaponization of the federal government against the American people.” This bill would empower Americans to sue federal employees who violate their First Amendment rights, the release said. Hageman, R-Wyo., said in the release, “As a member of the Sel...
Many people love the idea of warm, fresh bread but never try baking it because it seems time-consuming or complicated. Here are key tips that walk you through the steps and yield a fragrant loaf of bread. Yeast is a living organism. It needs food and moisture to thrive. Yeast feeds on sugars and starches in the dough. When it grows, it produces carbon dioxide that is responsible for stretching and expanding the dough as it rises. Dry yeast is dormant and can be stored unopened at room temperatur...
We had seven patrons complete the “24 in 2024” challenge! Participants needed to read or listen to a book in each of the 24 categories between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2024. Congratulations to Karen, Carrie, Alyson, Abigail, Savannah, Maureen and Serena! Make sure to stop in and pick up a 2025 Buzzword Reading Challenge. Read or listen to a book in each of the 12 categories by Dec. 31, 2025 to win a prize. The 2024 Holiday Silent Auction hosted by the Moorcroft Friends of the Library was extremely successful! We had double the items donated and mor...
1/3 cup chopped onion ¼ cup butter, cubed 1/3 cup all-purpose flour ½ tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1 (10½ oz.) can condensed chicken broth, undiluted ¾ cup 2% milk 2 cups cubed cooked turkey 1 cup cooked peas 1 cup cooked whole baby carrots 1 (16.3 oz.) tube large refrigerated buttermilk biscuits Preheat oven to 375°. In a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, sauté onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, about...
GILLETTE — A new bill coming through this year’s legislative session would amend the state’s animal cruelty statute to specify that predatory animals must be killed immediately if they’re intentionally hit using an automotive vehicle. In addition to tweaking who’s authorized to impose misdemeanor animal cruelty charges and their fines, House Bill 3 would ban keeping an animal alive after it’s been intentionally injured with an “automotive vehicle, motorpropelled wheeled vehicle or vehicle designed for travel over snow.” “Whacking” refe...
