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At the December 19 Hot Springs County School District board of trustees meeting, an election of officers was held. Newly elected trustees were present, including Marshall Keller, Justin Budd, Jean Skelton and Nichole Weyer. They were joined by Sherman Skelton, Jennifer Axtell and Bethany Webber. For the election of officers, Marshall Keller nominated Justin Budd for chairman, and Nichole Weyer nominated Jennifer Axtell. Justin Budd, Bethany Webber, Jean Skelton and Marshall Keller voted for Budd for chair. Sherman Skelton, Nichole Weyer and...
A walk over the Rainbow Terraces' board walk in Hot Springs State Park offered a spectacular display of a spectrum of colors on Christmas Day....
There were many memorable things that happened in Hot Springs County in 2024. The following is a look back at an important, unique or interesting story that ran in the Thermopolis Independent Record each week throughout the year. We enjoying covering the happens in our community and look forward to capturing the moments and memories of 2025. Happy New Year! January January 4 At the December Hot Springs County School District #1 board meeting, during the public comments section, Bob Aguiar came to speak about academic statistics and transportati...
Hot Springs State Park visitors take advantage of a beautiful day strolling through the park on Christmas Eve....
On the Record policy It is the Thermopolis Independent Record’s policy that all people arrested or cited under the “Accidents,” “Sheriff’s office” or “Police department” in the On the Record section are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. We print the names of all people upon their initial arrest. Highway Patrol Tuesday, Dec. 24 12:49 a.m. Scott Arlan Schwartz, 69, was arrested for alleged driving while under the influence of a controlled subject, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of marijuana. Sher...
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church hosted a Christmas day community meal. People gathered for friendship, fun and a great dinner....
Robin Lynn Snow passed away in Powell,Wyo., on December 21, 2024. Her funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 527 W 7th Street in Powell, on Thursday, January 9, 2025. The Graveside Service will follow on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Monument Hill Cemetery in Thermopolis....
We have compiled the year in review and it is featured in this edition. 2024 has been an interesting year in Hot Springs County. The year in review features a small look at 52 stories, one for each week, that ran in the IR. We have had some amazing accomplishments by our residents, both adults and youths. As a community, we have suffered the loss of some of our residents, some in tragic ways. The election has put new faces on a few of our local boards, bringing with them new ideas and new focus. We hope you enjoy this first edition of 2025 and...
by Bryan Golden The New Year is a time of resolutions. It’s a time when people commit to making a change in their life. Losing weight, changing jobs, saving money, making money, a new relationship, getting in shape, going back to school, or giving up smoking, are just some of the goals people set for themselves on January 1st. Although it’s possible for anyone to make a change or a new start, it takes determination, commitment, and persistence. A new goal must be your own. You have to really want it. Without a burning desire, your mot...
Liam Mendieta from Texas enjoys her first Christmas in Hot Springs State Park. The 11-month-old and her family enjoyed the unseasonably warm December weather....
Unplug Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 7th & Arapahoe, is hosting Unplug Sunday, January 5 beginning at 5:30 p.m. This month’s performer will be Celtic harpist Heather Logan. The evening will include prayer, poetry, music and a simple supper will follow. Open House Risen Son Christian School and Eagle Nest Daycare will be holding an Open House on Thursday, January 9 at 5 p.m. They will be taking full time enrollments for the school and daycare. Walking tacos and other goodies will be available. You can ask questions and take tours. Historical So...
