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Special Appointed Prosecutor Patrick J. LeBrun has determined that no criminal charges will be filed against the two law enforcement officers involved in the shooting death of Jared Gottula, 41. The Wyoming Department of Criminal lnvestigation (WDCI) began its investigation on the afternoon of September 9, 2024, following the shooting at Gottula’s home. In a joint statement released by Thermopolis Police Chief Pat Cornwell and Sheriff Jerimie Kraushaar, Thermopolis Police Officer Ryan Loving and Hot Springs County Sheriff’s Deputy Max Lee...
Dee Johnson joined the fun by singing "Your Cheatin' Heart" at the Acoustic Jam Session at the Hot Springs County Senior Center on February 7....
On February 4, Commissioners Paul Galovich and Bob Aguair held a public hearing of remedy for Michael and Michele Stevens and their Tipi Retreat on Coyote Run Road.Commissioner Tom Ryan recused himself from the hearing. Chairman Tom Ryan Chairman Tom Ryan said to the other commissioners regarding the Stevens’ matter, “I think it’s a new application, and I think it should be going before the Planning Commission and coming through the process. And I think we’re violating that process. I think ther...
Mr. and Mrs. Koi always remember to celebrate Valentine's Day from their home in the pond in Hot Springs State Park....
A great fishing story can start with a mysterious premonition of destiny that sets the course to where great friends go on an adventure that seems totally unbelievable. We learned such things from the recent Fishing Derby on February 1-2 at the Upper and Lower Sunshine Lakes. The event was put on by Discover Meeteetse. The stage was set with Grandpa Monty Thorton speaking to his grandson Trever Birdsley. The elder cowboy said, “You guys are going to catch big fish today.” Birdsley looked at his...
Anne Benboe crafts a Valentine at the Galentine party sponsored by Charis Clothing and Art House on Feb. 6....
The Town of Thermopolis has announced that the new flag pole recently installed downtown at the intersection of 5th and Broadway Streets was damaged during installation by the contractor. The original flag pole was damaged during a wind event in 2024. The new flag pole was installed in January. Assistant to the Mayor Jim Jeunehomme reported that the replacement flagpole has multiple scratches and scuffs on the surface, and there are some dents in the pole. A second replacement flagpole will not be paid for by the Town of Thermopolis or...
Brenda Tynsky created this gorilla riding a bike in the wind to show that we can all have fun in the snow and cold....
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. Sheriff’s Office Monday, Feb. 3 2:47 p.m. Welfare check on an individual who stated they were fine. Tuesday, Feb. 4 5:36 a.m. Request to assist Emergency Medical Services with a call for service. Deputies were canceled prior to...
by Stephanie Conrad, Hot Springs County Emergency Management Coordinator As winter settles in and the snow continues to accumulate in the surrounding mountains, it’s a good time to revisit the snowpack and runoff conditions that directly impact Boysen Reservoir. While snowstorms typically ramp up in March and April, it’s crucial to monitor these patterns early—so the community and agencies alike can prepare for what’s ahead. It’s been a few years since we’ve delved into the details of how snowmelt from nearby mountain ranges feeds into Boysen...
We are happy to see this page full of local community chatter. The purpose of the page is to allow people to express their opinions, without being offensive or attacking someone’s personality. Both of these pieces follow those guidelines. Typically, we do not allow submissions of the length of the two featured on this page. However, given the importance of these issues, an exception was made. To be clear though, we will also allow the same amount of space for well written rebuttals to either or both of these Community Chatter pieces. If you h...
Dear Representative Winter and Senator Cooper and fellow members of the Wyoming Legislature: I hope this finds you well. As the legislative session is now in full swing, the HSCSD#1 Board of Trustees has held a work session to discuss several bills currently under consideration, specifically in relation to education. After taking public comment from numerous patrons, a clear theme emerged: many of our community members believe that Wyoming can do better when it comes to these proposed legislative changes. The voices we heard in the room echoed...
Paul Galovich presented this letter during the February 4 Hot Springs County Commissioner meeting and a copy was supplied to the IR. See the corresponding story on page 1. As we gather together today in this public setting with the attitude of transparency I wish to express the importance of this meeting. This open hearing today is somewhat different from a typical meeting of this nature. We are here today to provide an avenue of remedy for a former application of land use change. I feel this application differs from a new application for...
William Edward Bolton was born on April 7, 1936, in Chicago, Ill., to William B. Bolton and Barbara (Harmon) Bolton. At a very young age, he worked to support his mother and sister, first with a paper route and then, at age 14, as a pin setter at a bowling center. Following his father's death, he and his sister were sent to rural Missouri to live with their Uncle Phillip and Aunt Thelma while his mother worked in a defense factory. He attended a one-room schoolhouse (he really did walk a mile ea... Full story
Helen Patrice Milek, born to Glen and Jean Eisele (née Cook) on August 9, 1958, in Buffalo, Wyo., passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, at her home in Lander, Wyo., surrounded by her loving family. She was 66 years old. Helen grew up in Buffalo, completing her education in the Johnson County School District, where she formed many lifelong friendships. After graduating from Buffalo High School in 1976, she attended Casper College, earning an associate degree in business in 1978. Helen's... Full story
Matthew Lloyd Funk, 62, of Thermopolis, Wyo., passed away on January 16, 2025. He was born on January 5, 1963, to Merle Marvin and Darlene Mae (DeSotel) Funk in Allamakee, Iowa. At the age of 15, Matt moved to the Wyoming State Training School in Lander, Wyo., where he graduated at 21. Although Matt faced the challenges of special needs, he was an inspiration to all who knew him. His kind heart, cheerful spirit, and love for life were evident to everyone he encountered. He found great joy in... Full story
Tonyia Plewinksi passed away on February 7, 2025. She was born on January 22, 1964. A celebration of Life will be held on February 23 at 2 p.m. at Risen Son Baptist Church.... Full story
The Hot Springs County High School wrestling teams had a full schedule last week, despite the teams being hit hard by illness that has been going around the school. Following a dual on Thursday night in Powell, and a dual on Friday night against Moorcroft in Greybull, the teams then competed in the Greybull Tournament on Saturday. In a short-handed, yet successful, outing against Powell, the Bobcats won four matches with Dyllan Myers, Cannon Boren, Will Ward and Brody Sorensen each gathering wins. For the Lady Cats, Ava Dafoe achieved a win. On...
The Hot Springs County High School, Lady Cats basketball team, traveled to the southwest corner of the state last weekend, for games against Big Piney on Friday night, and Kemmerer on Saturday afternoon. Weather forced the team into a long, round-the-mountain, bus trip to get into Big Piney in the cold. Faced with some off the court challenges, the Lady Cats fared well on Friday, however, Saturday proved to be more difficult. Coming into the weekend, the Lady Cats had a record of 8-8, were in second place in the 2A Northwest Quad (2-1), and...
On National Signing Day, Wednesday, February 5, outstanding senior athlete, Delmonico Dukes, signs his commitment to play football at Chadron State College, in Chadron, Nebraska. Delmonico is a three-sport athlete at Hot Springs County High School. He will matriculate to Chadron State this fall, to major in Human Biology, and to take up his position as a Preferred Walk-on for the Chadron Eagles football team....
The Hot Springs County High School, Bobcats basketball team, made a long and arduous journey to the southwest corner of the state last week. Weather concerns on South Pass forced the team to take the long way around. After sweeping their three opponents the week before, the Bobcats remained the number one ranked 2A team in the state, with an overall record of 13-3. The Cats were in first place, with a 3-0 record, in the 2A Northwest Quad. In Big Piney on Friday night, the Cats faced a 9-7 team, which has the ability to significantly challenge...
Thermopolis Wrestling Club members attended the Buffalo Bill Showdown in Cody last Saturday, competing in folk style and freestyle. Thermopolis placed 3rd out of 20 teams with 672.5 total points, only falling short to Cody with 720.5 points and Powell with 692.5 points. Results include: Folkstyle 6U 40 - Ridge Deromedi, 2nd, 12 points 6U 43 - Odin Galovich, 1st, 26 points; Caden Metz, 3rd 6U 45 - Tytus Bowker, 1st 6U 49 - Carter Enis, 1st, 24 points; Cooper ORourke, 3rd 8U 43 - Konnor Simpson, 2nd, 17.5 points 8U 45 - Erik Polson, 2nd, 15...
The Hot Springs Speech and Debate Team captured the 1A/2A Champion at the Big Horn Speech and Debate Tournament held at Big Horn High School on January 31-February 1, 2025. The Bobcats brought 15 students to compete in the tournament that hosted 10 schools including large teams from South Dakota. Junior Dean Bihr built on his strong season, capturing the champion plaque for Congressional Debate in a heavily populated field. Bihr also finished third in Impromptu Speaking, and went 3-1 in Lincoln-Douglas Debate - tying for fifth place overall....
Hot Springs County High School senior, Kaylee Bazzle, has been a member of the Bobcat Cheer Squad since her freshman year. Each summer, the squad attends a training camp, somewhere in the state of Wyoming, to build their skills, and to take on new opportunities to excel in their sport. Last summer, the squad went to cheer camp in Cokeville, where Kaylee was given an opportunity to try out for a spot on the All American Cheer Squad. At Cokeville, twenty-three cheerleaders competed for six open positions on the national team. Following the...
