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's ice rink is open to the public again after a delay because of high winds and bitter temperatures. Public Works Director Sunny Schell and Rob Goodnough will be maintaining the throughout the season for a smooth finish on which to skate, so enthusiasts and beginners alike are invited to take advantage of this fun winter exercise. The rink is found immediately east of Waters Park in the basketball court....
Logan Boardman was the winner of the colossal stocking at Coffee Cup Fuel Stop....
Around 12 to 15 kids showed up to meet Santa at the Kids Christmas Party in Pine Haven. After visiting with the jolly fellow and his green friend, the Grinch, they picked a gift out, then decorated cookies, had fun at the hot chocolate bar....
The kids of the First Presbyterian Church of Moorcroft had their Christmas Program Sunday, December 18. The star of the show was, as always, the live pony. "Ol Paint" acts like he's right at home walking down the aisle of the church carrying 'Mary' (Chevelle Renneisen) and led by 'Joseph' (Alek Renneisen). They acted out the Christmas Story, the Birth of Jesus. The angels were: Charlene Huckins, Lauryn Huckins, Dolly Huckins, Natalyn Hoppes and Ava Cantu. The shepherds were: Joslyn Van...
Story time is every Wednesday morning at 10 a.m., geared toward preschool age children, however everyone is welcome. Kids Paint class is the first Friday of every month. Participants must sign up, please call the library at 307-756-3232 for details. Afterschool activities on Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. No Afterschool activities on December 21 or 28. New Arrivals! K-3: The Crayons’ Christmas by Drew Daywalt, I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas by John Rox, Almost Time by Gary D. Schmidt, My Little Pony: Merry Christmas, everypony! by Alexandra W...
Over the last few years, I've been drawn to boxes; more accurately, old boxes. This eventually included drawers, crates, tool boxes and baskets – anything that was the size of a crate, any shape and made of wood. My common sense seemed to leave me when it came to small old wooden containers and, after a while, I started to run out of room. People would ask me, "What are you going to do with all of them?" I had no answer for them; I had to admit to myself, I might have a problem. In order to j...
You are invited to celebrate the birth of God’s son, Jesus Christ, in warmth and light on Saturday, December 24 at 7 p.m. at Pine Ridge Community Church near Carlile. Dress warm and come ready to celebrate Christmas by the fire with song, scripture, story and warm goodies. This special service, hosted by Pine Ridge Ministries, will be held outdoors with a bonfire to light up and warm up the night – and our hearts. For those who prefer to stay in their vehicles, accommodations are being planned to make that possible. In case of inclement wea...
The Whitcomb FFA's fifth annual Candy Cane Classic was a success and had a great turnout. It took place on Saturday at the Moorcroft Community Center and included a chili dinner and two cook-off contests. The winners for the cinnamon roll contest were: reserve grand champion Amber Burch and grand champion Amy Jones. For the chilli contest, the reserve grand champion was Addi Gill and the grand champion was Steve Stroud. Howard Jones also played live music....
The library will be doing a Twelve Days of Christmas giveaway starting December 1. Go to our Facebook page or call the library for more information. Our adult book club will be December 15 at 1 p.m. in the meeting room at the library. We will be discussing Someone Knows by Lisa Scottoline. Snacks and drinks are provided so please come and enjoy! We will also be offering Christmas goodies December 20-23 for our patrons! If you have any questions please call 756-3232. New Books Boys From Biloxi by John Grisham Falling Home by Karen White Book...
Begin your Christmas season with numerous local opportunities for some festive fun over the next few weeks, starting with the Candy Cane Classic hosted by the Whitcomb FFA. The event will take place at 6 p.m. on December 3 at the Moorcroft Community Center and includes a chili dinner alongside two cook-off contests, one for chili and the other for caramel and cinnamon rolls. This will be followed by a dance. On December 15, head to Big Horn Avenue to watch the Parade of Lights, presented by the Moorcroft Area Chamber of Commerce. The parade...
Wanted! Individuals with Christmas Nativity sets and/or musical talents. The Moorcroft Interfaith Community (MIC), a group of local congregations, would like to invite the public to attend our 6th Annual Christmas Nativity and Music Extravaganza to be held on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at the Moorcroft Town Center Library from 2:00-5:00 P.M. Please come and join us for this very special community event to honor the Birth of Jesus. The MIC is also seeking Nativity sets for this special Christmas celebration. The Nativity sets will be displayed...
Attendees to Crook County Cattlewomen Christmas Party need to RSVP to Tracy Bush. The party will be held Dec. 14, beginning at 5 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. Check with Tracy Bush to make sure that if your brand is not in 2022 brand book, it is in the little Crook County Brand book supplement coming out in 2023....
The Pine Haven Recreation Board celebrated the season Saturday with an ornament-making party at the community center. Kids, young and with a few more miles, enjoyed a warm and fun time with cupcakes and drinks as they used imagination and hung their masterpieces on the tree. Above, Hunter and Triton working on ornaments to adorn the tree....
Pam Johnson stopped by the Moorcroft Senior Center before traffic began arriving for the food distribution last Thursday, for which she volunteers, to show off a few of her creations. Johnson sews and embroiders with a craft/sewing machine, creating a plethora of seasonal and day-to-day practical items. "I've been doing it for about five years," she smiles in reminiscence. "I was looking for a hobby to do in the house, especially during the winter and my boyfriend's mom has been embroidering...
Story time is every Wednesday morning at 10 a.m., geared toward preschool age children, however everyone is welcome. Kids Paint class is once a month, on a Friday, participants must sign up, please call the library at 307-756-3232 for details. Afterschool activities on Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. New Arrivals! K-3 – I want my Book Back by Viviane Elbee, If You Give a Dog a Donut by Laura Numeroff, The Epic Adventures of Huggie & Stick by Drew Daywalt. Young Adult – Winnie Friedman has been waiting for the world to catch on to what she already know...
Saturday afternoon saw the 15th annual Harvest Feastival, sponsored by the Moorcroft Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC), celebrated at the MTC with 250-275 guests partaking. The MHS National Honor Society served 19 different soups to guests and judges throughout the evening. Everyone was allowed to vote on their favorite for Peoples' Choice, which was the zuppa, made by Dane Car. Then, the judges voted separately for Jacilyn Schosser's bacon cheeseburger. The famous baking contest returned this...
The Moorcroft Unit 25 of the American Legion Auxiliary hosted a carry-in honoring veterans at the MTC cafeteria Friday night with ham, turkey, deviled eggs, rolls, potatoes and many other sides and delicious desserts. These women were asked why they expend the energy and time to prepare the dinners and other activities for the vets and Vicki Paddock answered, "To honor them – to show them our gratitude for what they've done." Many of the vets celebrated now are of the Viet Nam era. Speaking o...
Thank You If we somehow did not get you a thank you note mailed, please know we are very grateful for your support, kindness and love during Dick’s illness and passing. Johnnie Faye Claar and family...
For a second year, the Moorcroft Senior Center, in cooperation with Donna's Diner, has celebrated Veterans Day with free breakfasts for the warriors, past and present. Seventeen vets and their guests enjoyed a warm morning meal and time among others who share many memories. Army veteran Arnie Altaffer and wife Penny enjoyed the breakfast. Altaffer served in the jungles of Viet Nam from 1967 to 1969. "I was a combat veteran so I was out in the boonies," he said. Zien was his base camp, but he sel...
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 out during the holiday season. In past years, they have put together anywhere from 40-50 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 f...
Many members of the Pine Haven Over the Hill Gang senior group worked together to bring local veterans a celebratory recognition of their contribution to this country and the people who live here Saturday. Around 52 guests and 22 veterans attended the program and subsequent dinner of roasted turkey with mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy and a large sheet cake for dessert and, while everyone enjoyed the meal as usual, the program was the hit, drawing veterans and their families even from...
Each year, the students, families, and volunteers of LOGOS give thanks to God for his goodness by coming together with worship, a meal and fellowship. They want to share that fellowship with you! LOGOS wishes to invite the community to celebrate God’s many blessings on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. The evening will begin with youth assisted worship at 6 p,m. at First Presbyterian Church, and then will move downstairs at 6:30 for traditional Thanksgiving meal and fellowship. Please bring a guest, a salad or side dish and join in the c...
Story time is every Wednesday morning at 10 a.m., geared toward preschool age children, however everyone is welcome. Kids Paint class is once a month, on a Friday, participants must sign up, please call the library at 307-756-3232 for details. Afterschool activities on Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. Our next 3D Printing class will be on November 18 at 10 a.m., only six spots available, sign up with Miss Lacey. New Arrivals! K-3 – If Animals Gave Thanks by Ann Whitford Paul, Trucks (National Geographic Kids Little Kids First Board Book) by Ruth A. M...
Moorcroft and Pine Haven both celebrated the season of spookiness in style, with tricks and treats a-plenty. Above, Spiderman battles a dragon at the annual Trick or Treat Street in the MTC gymnasium, where revelers could enjoy games, prizes and a cake walk. At right, Pine Haven's Halloween party included an opportunity for seasonal arts and crafts. Below, Led Mikkelson as Luigi and Lennan Mikkelson as Mario....
Calendars are being marked for Saturday, November 12, from 3-7 p.m. People of all ages are invited to the 15th Annual Harvestfeastival at the MTC gymnasium in Moorcroft! The afternoon is jam packed with all the soup and bread guests can eat for a small donation; a baking contest, featuring brownies this year; cash prizes and door prizes; and a silent auction. There is a Moorcroft Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) Business Expo as well. This is a great venue to meet local craftspeople and pick up something unique to support their work. The event...
