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The Bighorn River Blueway Committee is hosting four public meetings to discuss the Bighorn River Blueway trail. The committee hopes to create and promote a blueway trail that would allow river enthusiasts to travel the length of the Bighorn River from the Wedding of the Waters to Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area. Work on the trail would be done in phases and the group is aware there will be some challenges. The committee invites the public to share their thoughts on challenges, ideas about new access points, and bring ideas for...
by Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Both chambers of the Wyoming Legislature gave final approval Friday night to a redistricting plan that increases their numbers by three to 62 representatives and 31 senators. With less than two hours left until a midnight deadline, the Senate voted 17-12, with one absent, to adopt the plan finalized earlier in the day by a joint conference committee. The vote came shortly after the House had approved the plan by a 44-12 vote, with four absent. The votes came at the e...
Ralph Witters Elementary students and staff joined community members and family of BrynnLey Blair to release balloons in her honor. BrynnLey, 5, passed away March 1 after a long fought battle with health issues due to chronic lung disease....
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department will conduct six open-house meetings throughout the Big Horn Basin and one final meeting in Cody to discuss 2022 hunting season proposals for small game, game birds and big game. During the open houses, Game and Fish personnel will be available to discuss the proposed 2022 hunting seasons for local hunt areas. The meeting in Thermopolis will be held Thursday, March 24 at the Fire Hall from 6-8 p.m. Other area meetings include: 3/21, Meeteetse, Conservation District, 6-8 p.m. 3/22, Lovell, Lovell Fire Hall,...
Bobcat Speech and Debate are the 2022 1A/2A State Champions for the third consecutive year. "This is a special team, and it was an incredible year. Next week, we will close out our season with the Wind River National Qualifier, but the Bobcats brought their best to the Wyoming State Tournament. We are so proud of this team - especially the seniors who have worked so hard both to do their best in their own events and help our younger students find success as well. It took a spectacular effort...
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 Monday, March 7 2:00 p.m. Christopher Thomas Frederiksen, 35, from Casper, was arrested for alleged driving while under the influence of alcohol, careless driving and speeding. Sheriff’s Office Monday, March 7 1...
Want to grow a garden this summer? Come, sign up for a community garden plot on Saturday, March 19 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at the Hot Springs County Library, 344 Arapahoe Street. The garden plots are 4ft x 8ft. and are $20 each. For more information, call Kelly Strampe at 307-870-2726. Kelly Strampe is the coordinator, and she said, “We want to try to reach people who are interested in gardening and maybe other first-time gardeners at the time. The plots are not really big, you know, but it’s kind of nice for a first-time gardener to jus...
Last Friday, 145 students, family members and teachers from Connections Academy attended a field trip to the Wyoming Dinosaur Center. It was the first field trip for the group since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The group was so large that Wyoming Dinosaur Center Paleontologist, Jack Turnball, gave a talk in the main exhibit room to everyone to accommodate, followed by self-guided exploration of the museum or scavenger hunt. Attendees enjoyed their time at the Center, and some traveled as far as Evanston and Cheyenne to attend the...
Melissa Cook author of “The Call of the Last Frontier: The True Story of a Woman’s Twenty-Year Alaska Adventure,” will be presenting “Alaska” on March 22 at the Hot Springs County Library from 6-7:30 p.m. and will be selling and signing books after the show. Melissa Cook is a retired Alaska school teacher. In 1995, Cook and her young family moved to the tiny village of Nelson Lagoon on the Bering Sea coast and later to Prince of Wales Island in the Tongass National Forest, where they measured rain in feet. She discovered humor in unique si...
The Hot Springs County Republican Party will hold its County Convention on March 19 beginning at 9 a.m. at the Annex building. The delegates and alternates will be voting and guests are welcome to attend. The Delegates and Alternates elected at the Precinct Caucus to attend the County Convention will review and debate all of the changes to County and State Platform, County and State Bylaws, and any resolutions proposed by each of the four precincts at the Precinct Caucus, which was held March 5. The changes and resolutions adopted at the Cou...
NW BOCES' Carolyn Campbell Conner gave a presentation at the March 12 Historical Society meeting to celebrate their 51st anniversary and to explain to the public about the NW BOCES organization and its history. Conner said, "We currently serve youth with emotional disabilities placed by either school districts or the Department of Family Services with 12 students at this time." Regarding serving the students, Conner said, "It's wonderful. Yet challenging, as our students have not been able to...
In one of the most decisive steps yet taken in the international effort to convince Vladimir Putin to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the United States is leading the way on banning Russian oil imports. While it seems this particular sanction could have the greatest impact on the Russian economy — and be most effective at ultimately convincing Putin to withdraw forces from Ukraine and seek peace — it is even more certain that Americans will be confronted by even higher gasoline prices as Russian oil is taken off the market. Perhaps more...
A memorial service for Charles "Chuck" Edward McKiernan, 78, will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2022, at Davis Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held at 6 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2022, at the Reach Clubhouse. Please bring a covered dish if you'd like but most of all come to celebrate Chuck's life: laugh/love/smiles/stories. Mr. McKiernan passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at his home in Riverton, Wyo. On October 16, 1943, the world was changed for the better when Charles... Full story
Dr. Lane Deitchler, 62, passed away on March 7, 2022, in Augusta, Ga., at the VA Hospital where he was employed. Born June 15, 1959, he was the son of Don and Verna Deitchler. On June 18, 1988, Lane married Betty Baker. Lane received his Bachelor of Science in nursing at Sonoma State University, Calif., then went on to get his masters at the University of Nevada Las Vegas and finally his doctorate at the University of Alabama. Lane worked hard for his academic achievements and was proud of his... Full story
Rylee Agar (left) and Tymber Eckley (right) recite the FFA Creed and answer questions asked by a panel of judges at the FFA District Public Speaking Contest held at the Quality Inn last Tuesday. Agar placed 1st and Eckley placed 2nd in Creed. Also placing for the Thermopolis FFA Chapter were Owen McCumber, 1st in Prepared and Kaitlyn Barral, 3rd in Extemp. These four will be competing at regionals this Thursday at the Quality Inn in Thermopolis....
Members of the Thermopolis Wrestling Club competed in Powell and Gillette last weekend. Results include: Powell Freestyle Thermopolis Team, 4th with 124 points 8U 49 - Halen Lahoe, 2nd 8U 53 - Gabriel Ryan, 1st, 28.5 team points 8U 70 - Joshua Blair, 2nd, 13.5 team points 10U 49-53 - Aksel Polson, 1st, 15 team points; Hayden Robinson, 3rd, 6.5 team points 10U 71-77 - Tanner Myers, 1st, 17 team points 10U 93 - Archer Price, 5th 10U Female 53-57 - Hayden Robinson, 1sst, 5 team points 12U 58-63 - Hailey Robinson, 4th, 3 team points 12U Female...
Last weekend was the end of the Bobcat boys 3A basketball season at State in Casper. Thursday the boys went up against Powell Panthers and lost 70-40 in a tough game. That sent them to the consolation semi-finals where they faced the Worland Warriors. The Bobcats battled hard showing the heart that got them to state but fell short of a win, 59-52, eliminating them from moving on. Individual Bobcats had some impressive stats for the season. Stats are through regional games. Senior Hardy Johnson scored over 400 points for the season followed by...
Hot Springs State Park has a frisbee/disc golf course just north of the Chamber of Commerce Building that is open year-round for play. For those interested in getting the discs to play, stop by the Chamber to play for free. The frisbee golf course is 9 holes with baskets. The sport started about 50 years ago when players would throw the discs at tree stumps but now they have baskets. The course has every hole as a par three, it’s just like golf. If you land the disc in the basket on the first t...
The Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the launch of the 2022 National Civics Bee, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. One of six pilot programs organized by The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition in Thermopolis will engage middle schoolers to become better informed about American democracy, to engage respectfully and constructively in the public square and to build greater trust in others and...
Spring is calving season for most area ranchers. It is one of the most labor intensive and important times in the year for cattle producers. Most producers carefully monitor their cattle's health and nutrition going in winter/spring so the cows can produce a healthy calf. Last week's snow and very cold temperatures, as low as -17 degrees, have had ranchers working hard to make sure their calves survive the elements. This week's warmer temps offered a much needed break....
At the March Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce meeting, the board and CEO Meri Ann Rush discussed the three different focus areas for their strategic plan. The board then voted and passed to adopt the strategic plan as presented. Voting for the 2021 Business/Non-Profit Organization/Citizen of the Year will be April 24 at the Annual Board meeting. Past presidents will also be voting. In new business, the board formed a nomination committee of three board members. There are four seats...
The Wyoming Native Plant Society Wildflower Weekend is being planned in Thermopolis for June 3-5. Weekend activities will include native plant hikes, workshops and talks. With our world class natural hot springs and spectacular geology, the area has an interesting and diverse suite of plant species. Hike options will include wildflowers from desert to foothills to montane peaks, a diverse array of rare and endemic plants and breathtaking views of the Bighorn Basin landscape. Locations include: Hot Springs State Park, Copper Mountain, Tensleep...
A Bingo fundraiser is set for Thursday, March 17 at the Senior Citizens Center beginning at 5:30 p.m. Proceeds will go to help sponsor activities for the Hot Springs County High School class of 2022. Participants wearing green will receive a free bingo card. A variety of fun bowls will be available for purchase. Enjoy Irish stew with the purchase of a bowl. Cost will be $5 for a small bowl and $10 for a large bowl....
The Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry is a fish lovers paradise. Fish Fry dates this year are Friday, March 25, April 1 and April 8 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the St. Francis Church Parish Hall. All are welcome. Cost for the dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 14....
