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The Hot Springs County Commissioners made several board appointments at their June 16 meeting, received an update from GDA Engineers on the fuel system for the new airport, discussed the grand opening of the airport and met again with Frank Robbins and members of the Set Free Church regarding issues in the jail. The commissioners reviewed applications they received for several openings on various county boards before making final decisions on whom to appoint. For the Big Horn Basin Nature and...
Classes have only been out for about a month, but the Hot Springs County School District No.1 Board of Trustees are still hard at work preparing for the 2015-16 school year. During their meeting last Thursday, the board approved, on second reading, the transportation and athletic handbooks for the coming year. While a majority of the transportation handbook remains the same at this point, there have been a few things changed in the document, including hiring procedures for bus aides and school... Full story
Car buffs as far as the eye could see filled Hot Springs State Park last weekend for the 23rd Annual Hot Spot Car Rally. A Father's Day tradition, the rally features a parade, show and shine, and fun for the entire family. With 122 entrants this year, the rally continues to grow in popularity. This year's winners include: Unmodified, pre-1950 – Dick and Sandy Howe, Thermopolis Pre 1985, classic/unmodified/stock – Lee and Terri Tucker, Cody Past 1985, classic/unmodified/stock – Ray Parne...
When the weather warms up and schools close for the summer, Americans hit the highways. Our great country has so many sights to see that the automobile is still the simplest way for many Americans to vacation; and with 50 states to see boasting over 400 amusement parks, 58 national parks, three coast lines and major mountain ranges, a grand canyon and a slew of islands, the competition is fierce. Tourism boards around the United States are constantly working new ad campaigns to attract travelers...
Fire calls Sunday, June 21 10:09 p.m. Firefighters responded to possible fire near Kirby and Gebo. Smoke and ash was reported. Monday, June 22 6:32 p.m. Firefighters responded to a down power line near mile marker 136 on Hwy. 20 N. A small grass fire was reported and quickly put out. Sheriff’s office Wednesday, June 17 10:33 a.m. Deputy requested to assist with escort of juvenile to the Wyoming Boy’s School. 11:51 a.m. A male called regarding a domestic dispute. The male requested documentation from his grandmother. A family member thr...
The state convention of Epsilon Sigma Alpha was held May 29-31, in Wheatland. Members of Alpha Phi Chapter #1148 attending were: Brenda Barnes, Kim Enis, Michelle Herring, Stefanie Ireland, Cindy Magelky, Linda Ziegler and Jenifer Grimm, who served the past year as State President. Vickie Farris, the International Council President from Idaho, installed Jenifer Grimm for her second term as President of the E.S.A. Wyoming State Council. The following awards were received by local chapter members: First Place Awards Outstanding Chapter of the...
A familiar face is keeping a familiar business in the community. After 40 years operating Heavenly Scent Dog Grooming, Jean Bennett is turning the reins over to long-time assistant Andrea Linn. Originally from Illinois and Florida, Linn has been a part of the Thermopolis community for 13 years and has been grooming dogs for nearly 30. She started out of necessity when she acquired a standard poodle who she trained to retrieve and show in small theatrical presentations. She eventually joined a po...
Mark your calendar for the Wyoming Army National Guard’s 67th Army Band “Wyoming’s Own” on Sunday July 5 at 3 p.m. at two locations. The 67th Army Band Rock Group will play at the Pavilion at Hot Springs State Park. The 67th Army Band Jazz Group will play at Boysen State Park. For more information, call Hot Springs State Park at 864-2176 or Boysen State Park at 307-876-2796....
Not long ago my husband showed up with a sandwich for lunch that he bought at a local supermarket. I thought it was going to be our usual: turkey and provolone with lettuce on a hard roll, always plenty for both of us. At $6.50, how could you go wrong? This time the sandwich was different. It now cost $9.50 and was piled high with turkey and cheese on a roll that was much bigger than what we were used to. In short, it was awful—enough meat and cheese for four people on squishy bread that tasted more like a morning sweet roll. But the bigger s...
A night dedicated to fresh flowers will be held at the library on Monday June 29th at 6:30. Please, bring a vase, your fresh flowers, or use flowers provided by the library as Shelly Burrows from The Shoppe teaches us how to create amazing arrangements in the latest styles for any occasion. Call me at 864-3104 to sign up. On Monday July 6 the library will host a unique program for us to learn more about the ancient art of fiber spinning from three internationally recognized authorities. The presenters will discuss their efforts to preserve...
“I’m bored. Think of something to do.” If these words ever should jump from your lips to your spouse’s ear, make sure your lips are somewhere far removed from such ear. Be aware that the number of possible outcomes from such a question are severely limited to generally two possibilities. One, she/he will simply say some variation of “I’m not the one bored. You think of something”, or 2) There’s a knitting contest at the senior center (Chinese checker open competition at same) that should prove interesting. Thankfully, we live in an area of t...
Mary Ann Mills, 55, of Thermopolis, Wyo., passed away suddenly at her home on Tuesday, June 16, 2015. Mary was born In Chicago, Ill., on June 15, 1960, to Jim and Tuck Mills. Mary, Jim and Tuck's first child, was the eldest of five girls. Mary grew-up in Chicago and attended St. Margaret Mary's Elementary School and St. Scholastica High School graduating in 1978. While in school, Mary was an incredible athlete earning many awards and honors in both swimming and volleyball. Mary was awarded an... Full story
This yard at 738 Clark was chosen as the Yard of the Month for June by Red Dirt Master Gardeners....
The Bureau of Reclamation and Corp of Engineers anticipate beginning reductions in releases from Boysen this week. Exact dates and times are unknown, but reductions will be in 500 cfs increments, every 2-3 hours. The goal for now is to reduce flows through the Wind River into Big Horn River to 4,000-5,000 cfs, then remain in that range until Boysen Reservoir is out of the flood pool and down to normal storage level. Though the early thinking was that reductions might start Tuesday, it is a coordinated decision between the Bureau of Reclamation...
A free flower arranging demonstration will be held Monday, June 29 at Hot Springs County Library beginning at 6:30 p.m. Shelly Burrows, from The Shoppe, will be demonstrating techniques that will work for a variety of events. Flowers will be available for use or participants may bring their own. For more information, contact Russ Ferree at 864-3104....
Pack up the family and head on down to the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds for the 2015 Thermopolis Cowboy Rendezvous PRCA Rodeo June 25-27. The action starts on Thursday June 25 with the Chuck Mead Memorial Packhorse Race starting at 7 p.m. Get in on the Calcutta action starting at 6 p.m. See the two-man teams race through the obstacles encountered in traditional horse or mule packing in this timed event. They have to pack a bedroll, pots and pans, a dutch oven, fresh eggs and a coffee pot,...
The Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce is hosting the second annual People of the Earth Days, June 25-28. Join internationally bestselling authors W. Michael Gear and Kathleen O’Neal Gear for a taste of the real west, including tours of ancient American Indian archaeological sites, a trip to the Dinosaur Center and a drive through Wind River Canyon. The Gears will also be doing personal readings of their literary works. The weekend begins with a reception at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 2...
The Hot Springs County Weed and Pest District will be spraying for mosquitoes June 30-July 2 in the county including the areas of Lucerne, Kirby and Owl Creek, weather permitting. Ground fogging will be done in Thermopolis and East Thermopolis. Contact the Weed and Pest district office if you would like to be on a no spray list. Mosquitoes are thriving this year due to the rainfall the county has received. There are options available for residents to control mosquitoes in their yards....
Tucker Lake gets a hand shaving his pig from his dad, Jerry, during the swine fitting clinic at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds on Monday....
Take yourself out to the ball game at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds for an evening of All-American fun before it's too late. Baseball and Co-ed softball participation is on the rise this year but the seasons are starting to come to a close. Thermopolis Senior Babe Ruth ballplayers joined forces with Worland for the 2015 season and are scheduled to play in the state tournament in Rock Springs June 25-26. Plenty of in-town games are still on schedule for the co-ed softball teams. The last...
There was no hole-in-one winner during the Smokin' Waters Golf Invitational held Saturday at Thermopolis Golf Course, but nearly $12,000 was raised for Hot Springs County 4-H and FFA. The team of Ethan Brooks, Binky Fisher, Travis McDermott and Parke Price took gross honors with a score of 53. Darin Homer, Kevin Homer, Bob Ryan and Bob Uffelman came in second at 55. Third place gross went to Donnie Bjorhus, Hardy Johnson, Joey Johnson and Jake Smith with 56. Gil Guyon, TJ Owsley, Ty Vass and Jon...
Men and women alumni from Thermopolis and Worland are taking it to the basketball court, revisiting an age-old rivalry, to find out who still has it at the Has Beens Basketball game. The benefit matchup will be held in the Hot Springs County High School gym Saturday, July 18 at 1 p.m. Doors will open at noon. All proceeds will go to the Hot Springs County Senior Center. Tickets are on sale now at the Hot Springs County Senior Center, Chamber of Commerce, Car Quest, Needful Things, Storyteller,...
The Fourth of July may evoke different emotions for different people, but the one common emotion this holiday displays in Americans worldwide is patriotism. Young and old, Americans are proud of their nationalism and the Fourth is the day we let everyone know it with parades, parties, and, of course, fireworks! The festivities begin at 10 a.m. in downtown Thermopolis on Saturday, July 4 th with a Patriotic Parade. The Chamber invites all kids to participate in the beginning of the parade for a... Full story
The Big Horn Basin Riders are planning another great 4th of July Freedom Run in Thermopolis and Hot Springs County with fun for everyone. Things kick off Friday, July 3rd with a meet and greet at the armory at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come enjoy the music, drinks and bonfire scheduled for that evening. The 130-mile Poker Run will start with registration at 8 a.m. at the armory. Wheels hit the ground at 9:45 a.m. You don’t have to ride a motorcycle to participate in the run. The trip will g... Full story
Jessica Lutz dips Owen McCumber at the Aurora Borealis Dance on the last night of 4-H Camp. Over 30 Hot Springs County kids participated in this year's Big Horn Basin area event at the H◊W Youth Camp in Grass Creek....
