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Though action on the fiscal year 2018-19 budget was scheduled for the Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees’ meeting Tuesday evening, the item was removed from the agenda prior to the start of the meeting. However, Chief Financial Officer Shelly Larson provided a quick overview of some of the budget highlights, noting it does have the framework to it and reflects information from a recent feasibility study. There is an expected increase of 12 percent in patient revenue, an incre...
In their continued quest to feed our school children healthier meals the Hot Springs County School District Board of Directors heard a report from Becky Martinez at Thursday night’s meeting about a Farm to School conference she and Hannah Brooks, middle school cook, recently attended. The conference, which was held in Cincinnati, showed Martinez that every Farm to School program in the country looks a little different and the pair came home with some great ideas for expansion of the middle s...
The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission set a conservative approach for Wyoming's first grizzly bear hunting season since 1974. Grizzly bears in Wyoming have exceeded recovery criteria since 2004 and management of the bear was returned to the state last year. The vote of the Commission was unanimous and followed the recommendation of Game and Fish personnel, the latest research, a three-state memorandum and thousands of public comments. A quota of 12 grizzly bears exists for inside the demographic...
Dallis Flores had a great time last week at the field day with his friends from Head Start. Rachel Johnson, teacher's aide, along with the other teachers had a variety of games for the little ones, from running races to ball tossing and frisbee, all of which were met with giggles and lots of energy....
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. Correction On last week’s photo page of the RWE field day, Jesalyn Blair was incorrectly identified as Bradyn Weaver. The Thermopolis Independent Record apologizes for the error. Sheriff’s office Wednesday, May 23 9:42 a.m. Report of lost prescription medicine. 7:27 p.m. Complainant report...
The two Wisconsin subjects involved in last week’s theft of a vehicle from the parking lot at Mack’s Market are currently being held on cash bonds of $60,000 each, with preliminary hearings scheduled for June 1 in Hot Springs District Court. Tracey R. Matti-Forsting is charged with felonies of conspiracy to commit wrongful receiving, concealing or disposing of property, accessory before the fact to wrongful receiving, concealing or disposing of property, conspiracy to commit theft and acc...
The abundance of rain in the past week, along with rising temperatures, has got the grass and the weeds growing all over town. Weeds are among the more common items that constitute having a nuisance yard. Under Section 11-802 of the Thermopolis Town Code, “The term ‘weed’ shall be deemed to include any plant growth over eight inches in height which is not compatible in an area of commercial or residential development or which endangers property or which would burn readily if fired. The common tests of whether a plant is noxious or not and o...
Those interested in running for public office in Thermopolis and Hot Springs County have until Friday, June1 to toss their hat in the ring. As of Tuesday, May 29, for county offices, Daniel Webber is running for County Assessor, Jerry Williams for County Attorney, Nina Webber for County Clerk, Terri Cornella for Clerk of District Court, Mark Mortimore as County Coroner, Julie Mortimore is running for County Treasurer and Ron Jurovich for Magistrate of Circuit Court. Tom Ryan is the only person to sign on the dotted line to run for County...
The Lights On summer sessions will be a little bit different this year as they are adding summer school to their list of fun activities. There will be two sessions this summer, one from June 11-28, the second July 23 – August 9 to give kids every opportunity to attend. The summer school program will be run by grade level teachers Mondays through Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The summer Adventure Camp will be run by afterschool professionals Mondays through Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. u...
Citizens are invited to a public meeting about an upcoming highway improvement project inside the Thermopolis city limits on Thursday, May 31. The May 31 public meeting will be held at the Thermopolis Fire Hall, 400 S. 14th St., beginning at 6 p.m. The Thermopolis project is scheduled for 2020 or 2021. It involves isolated reconstruction on U.S. 20/Wyoming 789, including storm drain added near the Hot Springs State Park Headquarters. The project includes Americans with Disabilities (ADA) improvements at 16 intersections, isolated replacement...
The Hot Springs County Fairgrounds will be home to the 2018 Hot Springs Junior Livestock Show this Friday at 1 p.m. The order of the show is swine, heifers, beef and lambs. Weigh-ins will be prior to the show, at 10 a.m. for swine, 11 a.m. for cattle and 11:30 a.m. for lambs. Entry fees are $25 per head for swine, $30 per head for cattle and $20 per head for lambs. Prizes include buckles, banners and cash. There will also be a Joey Mahoney Memorial PeeWee Showmanship event for ages 7 and under. There is no entry fee, and prizes for all...
Trudy Lance gently drops a memorial wreath from the Park Street bridge in honor of our veterans on Memorial Day....
For most students, its one of the most wonderful times of the year. Summer break from school is upon us. Children are able to take a break from the books and be outside running, playing, biking, skateboarding, etc. As they fill the streets and sidewalks this summer, remember to be on the lookout for them. When you see them playing outside, be thankful they are not inside glued to a TV, video game or phone. Show a little patience as they enjoy their freedom. Our children are one of the most precious things in our lives. We will fight to protect...
To whom it may impact (directly) In March, I presented a plan and a path to provisionally allow chickens within a restricted area of Thermopolis to the city council, since then (supposedly) “numerous” anti-chicken phone calls have been received and thus, the hesitation on making a decision, apparently a few phone calls still outweigh 50 to 100 pro chicken signatures. The five members of the elected council seem to be scared to even make a motion toward progress because of these calls, let alone vote on allowing chickens within town limits her...
Thermopolis was recently designated as an “opportunity zone.” In essence, this means people – whether they live here or not – can invest money from the sale of companies into our community if they so choose. True, to be designated an opportunity zone it does mean our community is in something of an economic “low spot.” That is an unfortunate reality, but rather than making that a focus point let’s instead concentrate on the word “opportunity.” There are plenty in Thermopolis if you take the t...
Calvin H. "Cal" Voigt, 91, passed away May 23,2018, at the Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Cal was born September 22, 1926, on a farm near Avon, S. D. to parents Herbert and Florence (Bochman) Voigt. Following high school graduation he joined the Marine Corps. While on leave from Boot Camp he returned to Avon to marry the love of his life, Verda Mae Weidenbach. Following his discharge they returned to Avon. In 1958, Cal and his family moved to Thermopolis where he accepted a posi... Full story
Gregory Joseph Mueller,70, passed away of cancer on May 3, 2018, while under the care of Horizon Hospice at The Pavilion in Slinger, Wis. Greg was born July 8, 1948, in West Bend, Wis., to Kenneth and June (Robinson) Mueller. Greg schooled at Holy Angels Grade School and West Bend High, graduating in 1966. He worked in direct care services for developmentally disabled adults including Muscular Dystrophy Camp and Special Olympics. Greg lived and worked in Washington County; Reedsburg; Madison... Full story
James Douglas “Doug” Burnell, 63, passed away Thursday, May 17, 2018. He was born January 3, 1955, in Thermopolis, Wyo., to James Richard Burnell and Donna Mae Skinner Burnell. Doug graduated high school in Thermopolis in 1973. Doug had a love for music and enjoyed playing the drums as well as multiple guitars with friends and different group bands. He is survived by his sons, JD Burnell of Utah, Dylan Burnell of Colorado, Jake (Caitlyn) Burnell of Colorado and Jared Lopez of Casper; daughters, Jamie Burnell and Jessica (Harold) Nichols, bot... Full story
A great way to get a sampling of what is going on in Hot Springs County in relation to natural resources is the tour provided by Hot Springs County Weed and Pest on Wednesday, June 20. A spring tradition for about 10 years, those wishing to go on the natural resource tour will meet at weed and pest at 9 a.m. The tour will begin with a trip out to the WyoBen plant to take a peek at the reclamation projects they have going on, followed by a visit to an area of Jones Road where they are working on controlling Russian Knapweed. From there, the tour...
The landscaping and gardening at the home of Rick and Barb Engelbrecht made it the Red Dirt Master Gardener's pick for May's Garden of the Month. Rick stands with Cindy Toth next to a unique fountain display....
Friday at Thermopolis Middle School, staff honored the seventh and eighth graders with various awards, along with presenting the eighth grade with certificates of completion. Those receiving certificates of completion are: Austin Barral, Kaitee Barton, Caydence Becher, Jason Bowman, Kamry Bowman, Autumn Brawley, Mariah Brooks, Tristin Brown, Michelle Burgess, Josiah Butler, James Christensen, Cole Christiansen, Johnnie Christman, William Clark, Ayden Cox, Adley Coyne, Rylen Davis, Shauna...
Editor's note: Among the lists presented to The Independent Record, some did not list the award or the full names of the students. Attempts were made to gather this information with no response. Ralph Witters Elementary celebrated the successes of its students last Thursday at the auditorium. Among those presented were awards for improvement in various subjects as well as classroom performance, attitude and personality. Most Improved Awards First Grade: Reading Colton Blakesley, Math Hunter...
Akeyla Franklin and Olivia Weyer are among the 90 talented rising juniors throughout the state who will be presented with an opportunity to achieve intellectual and personal growth in the 33rd annual Summer High School Institute (HSI) June 10-30 at the University of Wyoming. The students were selected from high schools across Wyoming. UW offers them an opportunity to achieve intellectual and personal growth, cultivate their leadership capabilities and measure their capacities. UW faculty members will conduct problem-centered classes ranging...
Hot Springs State Park will be the site for the 26th annual Hot Spot Car Rally on Father’s Day weekend, June 16 and 17. The first rally was at Big T Drive-In on Shoshoni, and featured 34 cars. The event has grown over the years, bringing in 140 or more vehicles some years. The rally is a casual two-day event beginning at 10 a.m. on June 16 with pre-registration and the Ted Spatol Memorial Poker Run. There will also be a casual gathering of car enthusiasts, and at 4:30 p.m. will be the official Parade of Cars leaving the state park and t...
The Team We Like The Most (TTWLTM) is hitting the top of the Hot Springs County Rec District’s Adult Co-ed Softball League, currently at 2-0 for the season after a 27-8 victory against Robin Batsman on May 16 and a 23-13 win against Paintbrush Dental on May 24. Standout performers from the May 25 game were Joel Salcido with an average of .800, three runs and seven RBIs for TTWLTM, and Dusty Lewis with an average of 1.000, 3 runs and 1 RBI for Paintbrush Dental. May 25 also saw a 15-1 victory for One Eyed Buffalo against Robin Batsman. S...
