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By Mark Dykes In November, members of the Hot Springs County 4-H Sport Fishing Club went out on the Bighorn River with Leaders Joel Farber and Dick Staiger, as well as Cody Region Fisheries Biologist Joe Skorupski. Their goal - to estimate the number of trout in the river. Farber said he got involved with the 4-H Sport Fishing program through Staiger. After moving to Thermopolis, Farber said, "A mutual friend of Dick and mine contacted me and asked 'What's the address of your new house in Thermo...
by Mark Dykes It’s time to get out the lights, the tree and all those decorations we keep in storage 11 months out of the year, and get ready for those final celebrations of the calendar year. I’m not sure when it happened, but I think it was sometime in college that the gears switched in my brain and I started wanting more practical gifts — fewer video games and more books, clothes, restaurant gift cards and — my favorite — bundles of beef. With a two-year-old and four-year-old, along wit...
by Mark Dykes When the flakes fall, we’ve got crews from the Town of Thermopolis and the Wyoming Department of Transportation out there making sure our streets and highways stay safe. But just as important is citizens’ diligence in making sure their sidewalks and drives are also clear of the snow. Mayor’s Assistant Fred Crosby said according to Ordinance 7-513 of the Town Code, people must remove snow from their sidewalks within 72 of each snowfall. Not doing so could mean a fine of up to $750....
by Mark Dykes The Hot Springs County High School Boys Basketball Varsity team came away with one win and two losses when they played at the Herder Classic at Glenrock Dec. 9 and 10. The team won against Lusk, 48-26, but lost 61-53 against Wright and 47-46 against Glenrock. The latter loss, however, came after they took Glenrock into overtime. Coach Kevin Gerber said the boys came out against Lusk in their first game Friday looking "as comfortable as I've ever seen us look in a first game. They...
by Mark Dykes The Freshman boys basketball team played in a tournament in Lovell this past weekend. Coach Matthew McPhie stated the boys played very well winning two games and losing one. On Friday, the boys beat Powell 50-46 in overtime. The Bobcats were led in scoring by Dustin Harvey with 21 points and Sterling Gerber with 9 points. Strong defense, McPhie stated, led to a gritty comeback by the team. Saturday, the boys lost to Buffalo 66-36 and beat Lovell 41-33. Throughout the weekend,...
by Mark Dykes Back in January, the Wyoming Dinosaur Center took a big step in terms of relocating and renovating the current facility, purchasing the business park south of town. Executive Director Angie Guyon said the process is now in the architectural phase. The center recently switched to a non-profit entity, allowing them to have a fundraising campaign to help build the new facility south of town. Guyon said they are getting all of the plans and design together, noting they are shooting...
by Mark Dykes Though our main tourist season is still about five months away, the Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce is working to ensure those visiting will have maps that show them the businesses and sites of the town and county. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Meri Ann Rush recently presented to the board a rough example of what the maps will look like. Each will be on a double-sided 12” by 18” sheet of paper, with Thermopolis on one side and Hot Springs County on the oth...
by Mark Dykes Thursday evening during the regular meeting, the Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce reviewed the quarterly financial report. Chamber Executive Director Meri Ann Rush noted there were some minor discrepancies between what she reported to the board at the end of September — the cutoff date for the audit — and the official report from the accountant. Among those discrepancies was for $100 in regard to the Friends of Hot Springs State Park and Legend Rock. Rush explained in...
According to an order filed Nov. 18, Ninth District Court Judge Norman E. Young denied a motion to dismiss in the case of Campbell vs. Tri-County Telephone Association. The motion to dismiss was filed by TCT March 1. Joe and Barbara Campbell, representing themselves and similar persons, filed the original suit against the company on Dec. 28, 2015. Among the defendants are TCT CEO Chris Davidson, CFO Steve Harper, and former board members Dalin Winters, Clifford Alexander, J.O. Sutherland,...
Tuesday evening, the Thermopolis Town Council approved the audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2016, presented by Michael Wright of Koerwitz, Michel, Wright and Associates. Wright said the financial statements are in compliance, and there are no issues or adjustments. He further noted any material compliance issues must be tested, and any noncompliance must be reported. With regard to the town audit, there is no noncompliance to report. In terms of deficiencies, Wright pointed out there...
Law enforcement, along with fire and emergency services responded to an accident Monday just before 5 p.m. on Owl Creek Road. A southbound truck driven by Jay Brown was travelling too fast and ran a stop sign, striking an eastbound hatchback sedan driven by Deana Sanchez, who was transported from the scene. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has taken over the investigation, and Brown was arrested by the BIA agent at the scene for alleged driving under the influence....
The Community Federated Church will host a sale of cookies, candy and gently used shoes, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10 at the church. Those attending the sale can fill a container with delicious homemade cookies, candy and more, choosing as much as they like of whatever they like for only $8 per pound. Though this is the first year for the candy sale, it could turn into an annual event. Those who would like to donate gently used shoes for the sale can drop them by the church from now until...
Auctioneer Gary Nash, who donated his time, looks for a buyer Thursday evening during the Festival of Trees at the Wyoming Dinosaur Center. The event generated $11,633 for the Thermopolis Community Fund....
The public is invited to visit and eat at the Children’s Resource Center, and have their children’s pictures taken with Jolly Old St. Nicholas himself, on Tuesday Dec. 13 during the Soup with Santa fundraiser. The full event will be 5-8 p.m., with soup and Santa available from 5-6 and crafts until 8. The soup and Santa pictures are free of charge, but donations are welcome. Staff at CRC are bringing homemade dishes including: macaroni and cheese, stuffed pepper soup, Southwest soup, chili, chick...
People for People is a group of volunteers that provide meals every Sunday for those in need in Thermopolis. The group operates through donated funds, and has one fundraiser for the year — the annual Tour of Homes, this year on Monday, Dec. 19, beginning at 5:30 p.m. This year’s tour includes stops at the homes of: Hope and Tyler Mead, Dale and Ciley Andreen, Stephanie and Josh Conrad, Lily Hayes, Jason and Stephanie Owens, and Dan and Margaret Stansill. Judy Carswell said people on the tou...
Silas, Cordell and Malia Cornejo visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Thermopolis Hardware Saturday. Santa also made an appearance and heard children's wishes at the VFW....
A total 23 high school boys have been getting ready for their openers this weekend - six seniors, five juniors, four sophomores and eight freshmen. Coach Kevin Gerber said those numbers are right where they usually are every year. The nice thing, he added, is there are actually enough for a freshmen team by itself. "In the past we've done what we called a developmental team. That was kind of a mix of freshmen and sophomores. . .This year we're lucky enough to have a full freshmen team so we'll...
The VFW was busy Saturday, as several browsed vendors for the Last Minute Santa Shopping. The big man himself made an appearance for pictures, with free prints to those who brought in food donations....
Ammon Wille, with the Santa hat, and his entourage entertain at the Hot Springs County Dance program Friday night. From left are Mercede Martinez, Allyssa Hough, Wille, Jaydyn Boren and Hayden Franklin....
When heading home for the holidays many travel options are available, including the economical choice — driving. But for those planning to hit the highways this time of year snow can quickly become a problem, though crews with the Wyoming Department of Transportation are out there to clear the way. With regard to an area of concern, the Wind River Canyon, Area Maintenance Crew Supervisor Clint Huckfeldt said there are a number of factors that determine if the road will be closed, such as v...
Jerome Dunks was sentenced to 2.5 to four years in the penitentiary for a felony of wrongful receiving, concealing or disposing of property. Hot Springs District Court Judge Robert E. Skar additionally sentenced Dunks to 180 days on each misdemeanor of fleeing or attempting to elude police officer, and interference with an officer, served concurrently with each other and with the felony. Dunks and Samantha Messick were arrested June 30 after a lengthy chase in Thermopolis involving several...
Though it’s a blessing for some and a burden for others, the snow is on its way and most of the country got an early taste of winter a couple weeks back. Of course, with the snow comes the necessity of clearing the streets. Thermopolis Public Works Director Ernie Slagle said “in the heat of the battle,” while it’s still snowing, the top priority is the highways. That means from Broadway west to the historical marker, Sixth Street south to just past the Children’s Resource Center, all the way u...
Monday in Hot Springs District Court, Judge Robert E. Skar sentenced John Baker to a term of three to four years in the state penitentiary. However, that sentence was suspended on a split sentence, resulting instead of Baker’s sentence of one year in the county jail. The sentence is on a charge of felony endangering a child, and would be reduced should Baker attend an inpatient treatment program. Following any jail time, Baker will be on three years supervised probation. He was also fined $...
With just a few games left on their schedules, coaches for the Thermopolis Middle School basketball teams spoke about the 2016 season. Shane Corpening, the coach for the eighth grade boys, said the improvement through the season has been great to see. He wished he could've taped the boys at their first and last practices to show them how much they've changed. One of the biggest improvements Corpening's seen with the "A" team is with offensive fundamentals. "Honestly, at the beginning of the...
About 90 boys are taking to the court Monday nights at Thermopolis Middle School, as part of the Hot Springs County Recreation Department's basketball season, which began Nov. 14. Brad Morrison and Jolynn Collins with the department spoke on the program. There are about 30 boys in grades 5 and 6, coached by Cameron Simeral and Jason Weyer; 20 in grades 3 and 4, coached by Travis Bomengen and Dan Webber; and about 40 in K-2 coached by Morrison. Something the coaches have been doing well,...
