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Last Wednesday, the Tri-County Telephone Association, Inc. (TCT) filed a response to a motion to disqualify counsel and a motion to dismiss filed by Joe and Barbara Campbell. The motion filed by the Campbells is the latest request for action in a case that began in December of 2015, after the couple filed a suit against the company claiming board members, as well as the purchaser of TCT, robbed owners of the TCT co-operative of the value of their ownership after the co-op was sold. In May of...
A couple of issues regarding the upcoming solar eclipse in August were discussed with the commissioners at last week’s meeting. Chuck Carver, maintenance director, is concerned about people using the courthouse parking lot to park their campers over the weekend and not moving them out by Monday morning. Normally, it might not be an issue, however, there is a jury trial scheduled for that morning and Carver is concerned those reporting for jury duty will not have anywhere to park if the lot is f...
As of July 1, services provided through the Hot Springs County office of the Prevention Management Organization (PMO) of Wyoming are now handled through the Washakie County office, which covers both counties. The consolidation of services comes as a result of a $2.1 million reduction to the Wyoming Department of Health’s 2017-18 budget for substance abuse and suicide prevention. The Department of Health complied with this reduction, mandated by the Wyoming Legislature, by reducing the c...
This weekend marks one of the most popular weekends of the summer, All Class Reunion. Registration for classes will be at the Hot Springs County Museum and Cultural Center from 1 – 3 p.m. on Saturday. Each of the classes attending will have a representative there and that will be the time tickets for Sunday’s picnic will be distributed. The V.F.W. will be the place to be on Saturday night for the dance, which starts at 9 p.m. Sunday’s picnic will be at the Kiwanis shelter starting at noon. Everyone is welcome to come to the picnic, but you m... Full story
James Whitt takes a turn on the oversized bowling alley Friday on the lawn of the Hot Springs County Library. The game was one of several set up for kids in the summer reading program sponsored by the library....
On the Record policy It is the 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. Fire department Wednesday, July 5 12:01 a.m. Report of a grass fire at 743 Missouri Flat. 11:14 p.m. Check on a carbon monoxide alarm in the 700 block of South 14th. Saturday, July 8 10:30 p.m. Report of a grass and structure fire in the 100 block of Cedar Ridge. Sheriff’s office Friday, June 30 1...
Two incidents which happened in the early morning hours of July 1 resulted in the arrests of three subjects on drug-related charges. Wyoming Highway Patrol Trooper Regina Schulmeister said she performed a traffic stop on a vehicle near mile marker 135 on Highway 20 North, just after midnight. There were three adults as well as three juveniles in the vehicle, she said, noting a female adult was attempting to hide in the backseat. That subject repeatedly gave her a false name as well. Sculmeister...
Textile arts of all kinds will be featured during the Second-Friday ArtStroll in downtown Thermopolis, July 10, 5-8 p.m. The W.O.W. Store is the host business. An Artists’ Reception will be held Friday evening and artists and demonstrators continue Still Strolling Saturday, during regular business hours. Strollers will enjoy a visual treat from the variety of wares for sale, on display, and in demonstrations. Summer is a perfect time to treat yourself to a new work of art or to learn a new technique. Pick up a Stroll map at any Stroll b...
If history is your thing, then a new book released by the Hot Springs County Pioneer Association will be right up your alley. “1916 Swinging Bridge” is a thorough history of the swinging bridge in Hot Springs State Park, complete with early photos and drawings that bring the reader right up to the 100th anniversary display last summer. The book is only available at the Hot Springs County Museum and Cultural Center, but is offered in both a hard back edition or spiral bound. All proceeds from the purchase of “1916 Swinging Bridge” will benefit...
In addition to playing with John Roberts y Pan Blanco at the state park pavilion Monday evening, violin player Trevor Krieger had a fun time getting out into the crowd and showing them a few dance moves....
It’s no secret that big chain stores and even some smaller businesses quickly get their products for the next season or holiday out just as soon as the current one passes, in some cases before it does. Seeing Christmas decorations next to Halloween candy or plastic eggs next to heart-shaped boxes of chocolates is pretty common these days. And that push to get products out has spread to summer vacation as well. No sooner do the colors and sounds of Independence Day fade and already shelves are stacked with the newest notebooks, folders, pens, b...
This is one of my most favorite weekends in Thermopolis -- All Class Reunion! Every year, Bobcats from across the country gather in this little place we called home to reminisce, see old friends and relive the good old days. (Not that we’re old. Really.) This is also a chance for alumni to visit their old stomping grounds, drag a few “mains” or maybe go down to Green Eye (realizing that water is a lot faster than we remember). Snider Point and the buffalo pasture are a must, and perhaps, if yo...
Last week I made the annual trip to PBS to watch their presentation of “A Washington Fourth.” I was particularly pleased that the “Beachboys” were prominently featured on the program since they succeeded in reviving some happy days when the problems we faced were, or at least seemed, much smaller. What I didn’t see was as entertaining as the group. I didn’t see a single scowl among the large crowd gathered in the mall area. No signs of protest slogans, no policemen in riot gear, no megaphone announcements, and no one being pushed or pummeled...
Raymond Vernon Matejka, 84, of Thermopolis died in his home Saturday, July 8, 2017.... Full story
Those who are looking for some homegrown foods or handmade crafts can check out the Thermopolis Farmers Market, beginning Saturday, July 29, and each following Saturday through Sept. 30, on Fifth Street south of Broadway. The event is sponsored by the Red Dirt Master Gardeners. Those looking to sell at the market should register at the Master Gardener table and submit fees before setting up. Vehicles will be allowed in the setup area until 7:45 a.m.; after that time, all items must be hand carried in. Vehicles can remain in the vending area as...
Those who want to have some fun and test their artistic skills can check out the “sip and paint” event on Tuesday, July 18 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the VFW. The piece chosen for the workshop is “Do What You Love.” Kait Quinton with Wyoming Paint and Create will provide instruction. As a “sip and paint” event, those of age can drink alcoholic beverages while they create. Quinton said she is not bringing any alcohol, but the bar at the VFW will be open. The event itself, however, is not limited to those 21 and older and all ages are welcome. Quinton h...
Hot Springs County Recreation District and the Lights On Afterschool program will be holding two sessions of Summer Rec Camp starting July 17. The original starting date of July 10 has been changed. Open to ages 6-13, the first session will begin July 17 and run Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday through Aug. 2. There will be no camp July 24-26. The second session will be held from Aug.7 through Aug. 16. Mondays will be “sport” days, Tuesdays are “outdoor” days and Wednesdays will be “ropes course” days. A calendar of activities during the camp wi...
Vacation Bible School is ready to start at the First Baptist Church, July 24-27. “Over the Moat – Drawbridge to the King” is the theme this year, revolving around a Medieval time. Children going into kindergarten through sixth grade are welcome to come join the fun and do not have to be members of the church to attend. The fun begins each morning at 9 a.m. and will end at noon....
Rick Phipps was well known in the local music community, and when he passed away on July 4, 2016, due to leukemia and other medical issues, his memory was honored with a concert at the Hot Springs State Park pavillion. The second annual Rick Phipps Memorial Concert is scheduled for Saturday, July 15, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the pavilion. Artists performing include: Eric Kay, Thermopolis; Dan Garnett, Worland; Virgil Bailey, Hyattville, and Shaun Nicklas, Worland; the Silvertip String Band,...
The Bighorn Bowhunters will host the first annual T-Hill Shoot July 15 and 16, on the east side of the hill at the buffalo corral. Registration will be 8-11 a.m. Saturday, with participants able to start shooting any time. There will be shotgun starts on Sunday, with registration at 8 a.m. and on targets at 9 a.m. At 6 p.m. Saturday there will be fun shoots, including a milk jug event, a monster shoot, an armadillo shoot and a kids balloon shoot. Josh Lynch explained an armadillo shoot involves...
St. Paul Lutheran Church recently placed a new cross in honor of the 500th reformation. Pastor Samuel Needham said the cross was made possible by a generous, private donation. The crucifixion was created in Italy and shipped to Thermopolis....
Twenty-seven Hot Springs County 4-H members competed at the Wyoming State Shoot, July 6-9 at Douglas. In Intermediate .22 Pistol, Owen McCcumber placed 18th with a 150 total. Eli Dickey placed 32nd with 63. Junior .22 Rifle Light Target, Kaia Galovich placed 12th with 143. Junior .22 Rifle Sporter, Dawn Burgess placed ninth with 103, Tanner Medvigy placed 11th with 98 and Sharon Burgess placed 15th with an 89. Intermediate .22 Rifle Light Target, Carson Williams placed 23rd with 152, Destiny Harris and Owen McCumber tied for 34th and 35th with...
The final game of the Hot Springs County Recreation Department’s adult softball tournament will be Thursday, July 13 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Whitt Field, as the One Stop Sparkplugs take on Merit Energy. June 29 saw the One-Eyed Buffalo team take down Robin Batsman, 18-1. On July 6, Sons of Pitches won 20-2 against the Risen Son Team, and One Stop Sparkplugs won 16-1 against Slide One In. On July 11, Merit beat One-Eyed Buffalo, 17-5, and One Stop beat Sons of Pitches, 6-2, to advance to the championship....
The NBHA hosted a barrel racing competition on Sunday at Hot Springs County Fairgrounds. Results include (in order of finish): Open 1D — Maddie Fantaskey 18.863, Shyla Nicholas 19.234; 2D — Brittany Martin 19.681, Erin Davidson 19.846; 3D — Kaitlyn Schmuck 19.962, Joey Agar 20.742, Katelyn King 20.838; 4D — Kristin Good 21.470, Taylor Nuttall 21.515, Kaitlyn Schmuck 21.636, Bobbi Zupan 22.062, Bobbi Zupan 22.708, Valerie Stothart 23.155 Youth 1D — Katelyn Schmuck 19.962; 2D — Katelyn King 20.838; 3D — Taylor Agar 21.123, Addison Griemsman 21....
Winners of the Gottsche Rehabilitation and Wellness Center's sand volleyball tournament were: first, Shut Up Richard (Laramie) Kyle Mercil, Amber Mercil, Eli Cox and Kori Livingston, second, That's What She Set (Thermopolis) Jordan Leyba, Chris Leyba and Dana Bjorhus and third, I Wanna Set You Up (Thermopolis) Karissa Williams, Jason Ciz, Erin Dyok and Cody McLean....
