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Among those on the ballot for the State Senate, 20th District, is Wyoming native Jane Norskog, who said she’s always been politically active behind the scenes since the days of Jimmy Carter, and was a Young Democrat in high school and in college. In addition to helping with several elections, Norskog also was chosen as a federal grand jurist, and over 18 months heard 300 cases and helped decide whether there was enough evidence in each to go to trial. During that time, she said, she got some f...
Roll the ball down the lane, knock down as many pins as you can and have some fun doing it. Recently, the Wyoming Wild Bunch women's bowling team put these skills to the test - particularly the fun aspect - when they competed at the United States Bowling Congress Women's Championships in Las Vegas, taking the Sapphire Division. Though the tournament officially ended July 10, it began April 9; the event lasts several weeks, in order to provide the 20,000-plus entrants this year the opportunities...
Many hear the call to join military service, to take up arms and provide their fellow people with a sense of peace and safety. Carllena Farman, who served in the United States Army from 1981-89 and was honorably discharged as a Specialist E4, recently underwent triple-bypass open-heart surgery at the VA hospital in Denver and has since returned to her home in Thermopolis. However, the veteran, who has lived here since 1991 and will turn 53 next month, currently has no income. Fellow veteran...
The VFW was packed Saturday night, as classmates in town for All Class Reunion weekend enjoyed drinks and each other's company....
Tuesday afternoon, the Travel and Tourism Board approved the final budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016. The budget comes in at $220,120, which includes revenue of $55,000 for a beginning balance, $165,000 from the Lodging Tax and $120 income interest. Expenses included: $14,050 for administration, $44,000 for personnel services, $30,375 for billboards, $41,595 for publications, $11,000 for television, $6,000 for radio, $10,920 for contractual arrangements, $100 for indirect costs...
The period for early voting, as well as to pick up absentee ballots for the primary election officially opened July 7, just over five weeks ahead of the primary election on Aug. 16. Ballots can be picked up at the Hot Springs County Clerk's Office, but voters must be registered. Ballots can also be requested by calling the Clerk's Office at 864-3515, and there are sample ballots posted and available to pick up at the office should voters want them to look over their options prior to decisions....
On June 30, officers from the Thermopolis Police Department, Hot Springs County Sheriff’s Office and Wyoming Highway Patrol worked together to stop the driver of a stolen motorcycle that tore through town and his passenger. According to an agreement the motorcycle driver, Jerome Dunks will plead guilty in District Court to a felony charge of wrongful receiving, concealing or disposing of property $1,000 or more, in exchange for a sentence of 2.5 to four years at the Wyoming State P... Full story
The past week saw an average of a fire every day for the Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department. Hot Springs County Fire District Chief Mark Collins said it has been a crazy week, and he hopes it mellows out for a while. The busy week began on July 5, when calls came in of multiple fires in the area north of Thermopolis along Highway 20. Though each new call was only minutes from the previous, crews were able to respond — notably in the area of West Sunnyside and Buchannon — and extinguish the...
The first Rick Phipps Memorial Concert is scheduled to take place this weekend. John Brooks said Phipps, who passed away July 4 due to leukemia and other medical issues, was one of the favorites of the musicians group and someone he’s played with since 2005. The concert, a free-will donation event, was originally planned as a fundraiser for Phipps’ medical bills; now, donations will be accepted to assist his family. The concert will feature musicians from Thermopolis and the surrounding area, in...
Those who want the opportunity to shake hands with and ask questions of those vying for positions at the local, county, state and federal level are encouraged to attend the Meet The Candidates event at Thermopolis Middle School, Aug. 1 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Meri Ann Rush noted letters have been sent out to candidates, though it was not known how many will show; that number will be a factor in how much time is allowed for questions. A reception is...
Teancum Gevas, left, and Nathan Wille advertise their lemonade and popsicle stand along Sixth Street. Also helping with the stand was Ammon Gevas, and they even offered discounts for servicemen and women....
Recently, Joey Johnson bid farewell to the position of 4-H Educator, leaving an empty space at the University of Wyoming Hot Springs County Extension Office. Extension Educator Barton Stam said it could be some time before the position is filled, as it is a lengthy process. He also noted the responsibilities of the 4-H Educator, including running the 4-H program in the county. The position is with the local office, Stam said, but involves some travel for meetings with other educators, camps,...
Senior citizens are getting a chance to improve their strength and balance through the use of some TRX suspension training equipment at Gottsche. Wellness Director Shayla Upton said she just started teaching the class in May, and they meet every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:15 a.m. She further explained there was some grant money available to spend on the seniors, and she chose the TRX program, which utilizes two bands hung from an overhead bar and body weight resistance training. "Right...
Among those on the ballot that the people of Wyoming will decide for their Congressional representatives is Tim Stubson. A man who spent some of his childhood growing up in Thermopolis and still has some "bobcat blood," Stubson said the big thing for him is to have somebody in a seat that has worked with the federal issues. For over four years, he has co-chaired the Select Committee on Federal Natural Resource Management, and came to realize just how little an impact the State has regarding...
Tuesday evening, the Thermopolis Town Council approved a memorandum of understanding with the South Thermopolis Water and Sewer District to have a study done to look at the possibility of another artesian well to supply the district. The study will not cost the town anything. Also approved was a street closing for the Farmer’s Market. Sonja Becker, market manager for the Farmer’s Market, noted it would be Saturdays, 8-11 a.m., beginning July 30 through the last Saturday in September, with an...
On Thursday, June 30, law enforcement agencies worked together to end a pursuit involving high speeds on a stolen motorcycle. According to an affidavit, Trooper Hoffman of the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) was at mile marker 5 on Highway 120 and observed a motorcycle with a male driver and a female passenger eastbound, going 95 miles per hour in a 70 mph zone. Hoffman attempted to get the bike to stop, to no effect. As the trooper approached the Thermopolis city limits, he noted the motorcycle... Full story
The heat has dried up grasses in the area so much they make for easy kindling, and while human carelessness with fire and flammable materials can certainly cause some scorched acreage, thunderstorms can be just as dangerous. Hot Springs County Fire District Chief Mark Collins said a fire at around 1 a.m. June 30 in the Zimmerman Butte area was ignited by a lightning strike, and was 66 acres in size. Local crews were on the scene from 1-6:30 a.m. and got it under control. Collins estimated roughl...
I’m one of those people who, when pulled over by an officer of the law, my mind scrambles. Sometimes I’m wondering what I did wrong; others, I’m thinking about what sympathies I might play on. Regardless, the end result is usually a bit of grumbling on my part about why we need to have these uniformed officers keeping an eye on everything. Of course I know they are there to protect and serve, but it’s always good to have a reminder of what those words mean. Last Thursday saw the Thermop...
Pastor Harvey Seidel lead a covered wagon full of kids down Broadway. The trip was part of the Vacation Bible School at First Baptist Church last week. The overall theme of the school was "To The Edge."...
Kids who want an opportunity to test their fishing skills are encouraged to participate in this year’s Boysen Youth Fishing Derby, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. July 16. There is no cost for the event, but registration is required. Registration forms are available online via the Boysen State Park Facebook page, and at sites such as the Boysen Marina, Brannon and Tough Creek. They can be brought to Boysen State Park the day of the derby. However, registrants need to keep the top half of their forms, as they p...
Town Hall, Tuesday morning at 8:15 a.m. is the site for a public hearing, though only a few people are in attendance. One of them is Ciciley Basse, who plans to open a daycare at her home. Mayor’s Assistant Fred Crosby explained these hearings, specifically for home-based businesses, provide a chance for anyone to come in and voice their complaints. They are more of a formality, he noted, as there is a checklist of performance standards that is part of the application process. This checklist i...
When disaster strikes — be it natural or man-made — it’s important to get out as much information as possible so people know what’s happening in their community. Hot Springs County Emergency Management Coordinator Bill Gordon explained once a year CodeRED gets a database download of landlines. However, having cell phone numbers in the system is just as important, and the only way to get these numbers is from the owners. When a natural disaster, or something more dangerous happens, voice message...
The Legend Rock petroglyph site northwest of town is one of living history, helping tell the story of the area. Among those who formed the rock art thousands of years ago, Jordon Norris wasn't likely. The name appears on one of the rocks at Legend Rock, however, and Parks Superintendent Kevin Skates said he was notified of the vandalism about two weeks ago; the Sheriff's Office is helping investigate it. There is no Jordon Norris listed in the registration book, Skates noted, and while there...
Jason Christopherson of the Mountain Trash team speeds along during the Chuck Mead Memorial Pack Horse Race. Riders must keep their horses steady through a variety of obstacles, as lost pack items can mean time penalties or disqualification....
At their regular meeting June 20, the Hot Springs County Republican Party appointed Josh Brown as the precinct committeeman for Precinct 1. As Party Chair Chuck Carver has resigned, Vice Chair Harold Hutson automatically became the new Chair. Mike Baker is the new Vice Chair. The Party is still seeking someone to fill the position of committeewoman in Precinct 2, and is looking to make a decision on the position at their next meeting, July 18. Interested persons must be registered Republicans...
