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The Hot Springs County Commissioners released their final budget after a brief public meeting at noon on Monday. Total requirements for the 2018-2019 budget year is just shy of $12 million dollars, a $1.7 million dollar increase over last year. Just $1.5 million had to be moved from cash reserves to meet the required amount. Most of the line items remained the same, such as the treasurer’s budget, assessor, county attorney, coroner, court house, road and bridge, fair, the health officer, library...
John Gerrells' granddaughter Katie Little and his great-grandson Blevins were among the many volunteers who helped during the fundraiser for Gerrells last Friday evening. The crowd gathered was in the neighborhood of 300 with standing room only and people actually eating out on the sidewalk when there were no tables available. Donations are still coming in, and for those unable to attend, donations can be made at Pinnacle Bank.... Full story
Following some lengthy discussion during the Town Council’s meeting Tuesday evening, action on a new ordinance regarding water lines was tabled to allow time for some revision. The ordinance, approved on first reading at the board’s July 3 meeting, states responsibility for expense of repairs and maintenance of water service lines is on the Town of Thermopolis from the connection at the water main to six feet behind the street curb or to the consumer’s property line, whichever is closer to the m...
In recognition of the 2016 centennial for The Swinging Bridge in Hot Springs State Park, lights were placed along the bridge to provide a new look for this icon of the park and town. In recent weeks, however, the bridge has not been lit as it should as people have been stealing the bulbs and cutting wires. State Park Assistant Superintendent John Fish said there have been two incidents he knows of where the lights have been vandalized. About 50 bulbs were taken each time, Fish said, noting...
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. Sheriff’s office Tuesday, July 10 9:22 a.m. Report of a bad check, though the responsible party made good on it. Friday, July 13 9:34 a.m. Complainant was concerned about lights on a neighbor’s property. 5:16 p.m. REDDI report, though the vehicle was located and the driver showed no si...
Fire and EMTs respond to an accident Friday morning along Grass Creek Road. The incident occurred after a vehicle missed a hard turn and went down an embankment and landed on its side. All occupants were able to get out of the vehicle. Two subjects were transported to the hospital where they were treated and released....
The summer reading program at Hot Springs County Library finished up last week with a party and prizes that included a drum set, a guitar and tons of other amazing things to celebrate their reading accomplishments....
This weekend brings alumni from Hot Springs County schools back to their old stomping grounds, sharing memories and old stories fat the All School Reunion. Registration will be at the Hot Springs County Museum on Saturday beginning at noon, different classes will have their dinner at various restaurants that evening and then head to the VFW at 9 p.m. for the dance. Sunday will see the State Park filled with friends for the picnic at noon. Grass Creek will also be having their annual reunion on Saturday from 10 a.m. til 2 p.m. at the Senior...
Next week will see the start of the second half of the summer school program for students at Ralph Witters Elementary and Thermopolis Middle School. Lights On Program Coordinator Elisa Daniels explained the sessions will be three weeks, July 23- Aug. 9. Summer school will be Monday-Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., with Lights On following from 12:30-5:30 p.m. There will be no school sessions on Thursdays, as they are reserved for field trips, and no school or activities on Fridays. For elementary students, the theme is “pollinators.” The fir...
The Fourth Annual Big Horn Basin Folk Festival is coming up soon. The festival is part of the Gift of the Waters Pageant Days weekend, Saturday and Sunday, August 4 and 5 in Hot Springs State Park. The festival program includes a robust line-up of activities for the whole family, along with Wyoming’s own artists, craftsmen, musicians, storytellers, artisan and guild member demonstrations. “There will be a variety of art and music activities for kids and the whole family to choose from on both days,” according to Festival Committee head Toddi Da...
Tomatoes are ripening, veggies are going strong and local folks are making jams, jellies and breads, all in preparation for the opening of the Farmer’s Market. According to the Market organizer, Sonja Becker, the start date will be Saturday, July 28 and run every Saturday through the end of September. It will be in the same place, on Fifth Street, just off Broadway near Bicentennial Park from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. If you are interested in participating in the market, or if you have any questions, please call Becker at 921-845...
The political races are set and the primary election is coming up on August 21. Next Monday, voters will have the opportunity to bring forth their questions and concerns during the candidate forum at Thermopolis Middle School. But though an election year is a great time to ask question of our elected officials and those running for office, keep in mind there is plenty opportunity throughout the year to speak up and let your concerns be known. Just this past week, a town ordinance was halted in its second reading by just a few voices, but those...
Please think again before taking the asphalt off Missouri Flat Road. I have lived here most of my life and we were glad when an asphalt road was finally put in. Gravel is muddy and dangerous in the snow besides being hard on cars and trucks. The bentonite trucks go by, tractors, dump trucks as well as local traffic and the school bus. With a gravel road the rocks would be kicked up, breaking our car and house windows. We also have a hill to go over and gravel would make that road more dangerous than it already is. It is needing guard rails now...
We’ve been talking around the office this week about businesses which have come and gone here in Thermopolis and its funny how I remember so many of them, but most I couldn’t tell you exactly which storefronts they were once in. For instance, we had a bakery on the south side of Broadway. They would decorate their windows with delightful goodies every week, but the best were the holiday displays of treats they featured. My favorite was Easter. They would fill the windows with these amazing hollo...
Donna Mae Emerson, 56, of Thermopolis passed away on July 11, 2018, at the Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital after a 3-year long battle with cancer. Donna was born on February 7, 1962, in Bad Axe, Mich., to Theodore Jacob and Donna Mae (Poppick) Schad. She spent her early years in Michigan then moved to Independence, Kan., with her mother when she was about 8 years of age. She received her education in Independence later attending Fort Hays State University, and Independence Community... Full story
Ross Nixon Smith passed away June 20, 2018, at Casper Medical Center. He had been a resident of Showboat Assisted Living in Lander since December 2017. He was born in Thermopolis, Wyo., to Clyde A. and Lillian (Meg) Smith on September 12, 1956. The family moved to Rock Springs in 1973 where Ross graduated from high school in 1975. He enjoyed the outdoors and rock hunting. Ross was blessed with a daughter Kristin and two grandsons Noah and Riley of Baldwinsville, NY. He is survived by siblings,... Full story
There has certainly been plenty of activity east of the river, with the water line replacement project finishing up, short of street repair. Starting this past week, there are some changes to the front area of Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital and Gottsche Rehab and Wellness. Gottsche CEO Cheryl Shero explained a remodel of the facility will be done in three phases. The first phase involves the front area, Shero said, basically because the hospital and Gottsche were designed as one building,...
Its hard to believe, but schools are already making plans for our students to be back in class. Ralph Witters Elementary (RWE) will be having new student registration for back to school on Tuesday, Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. until noon at the RWE office for students kindergarten through fourth grade. If you have any questions, please call the RWE office at 864-6561. Students at Hot Springs County High School will begin on August 23, while all other students will begin on August 22. Lists of items needed for class for Kindergarten through eighth grade...
Last week saw the first round of playoffs in the Hot Springs County Recreation District’s Adult Co-ed Softball League. On July 10, No. 1 seed The Team We Like The Most (TTWLTM) had a 22-7 victory against No. 8 seed Robin Batsman. Standout performers were David Evans with a 1.000 average, two home runs, five runs and five RBIs for TTWLTM, and Joe Maul with a 1.000 average and three RBIs for Robin Batsman. No. 3 seed Slide One In had a close 20-19 win over No. 6 seed Paintbrush Dental. Standout performers were Jacque Korte with a .750 average, o...
The HSCHS Bobcat Hall of Fame will hold an induction ceremony for the Class of 2018 in conjunction with the All Class Reunion. The ceremony will be on Friday, July 20, at 6 p.m. in the Commons at Hot Springs County High School. This years inductees include Todd Gentzler, John Kormylo, Dana Bjorhus and the 1928 Football Team....
Ranch hands all across Hot Springs County are getting ready to show they’re the best out there with the Lions Club Ranch Rodeo, coming Aug. 4-5 at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds. Gates for Saturday’s events will open at 5 p.m. with the calcutta beginning at 7 p.m. The cowboys will hit the arena at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday, the gates open at noon with the performance starting at 1:30 p.m. Tickets for the Ranch Rodeo are $7.50 for adults, $5 for seniors 60+ and kids under five-years old are free. You may purchase tickets in advance at the Cha...
The fairgrounds will be hopping with the younger cowboys and cowgirls on Saturday and Sunday, as the Wyoming Junior Rodeo Association comes to town. Things kick off on Saturday morning at 10 a.m. and Sunday at 9 a.m. as well as a Cowboy Church Service on Sunday morning at 7:30 a.m. You’ll see junior and senior steer riding, senior calf tying, junior and senior boys and girls breakaway, junior and senior team roping, goat tying, pole bending and barrel racing throughout the two-day event. With a goal of not only preparing kids for a future in r...
Volleyball coach Shannon Hill observes students during the Hot Springs County Rec District’s week long Jr. Bobcat Volleyball Camp....
July is UV Safety Awareness Month and as you get ready to enjoy the warm summer rays this summer, remember to protect your skin and eyes from the damaging effects of the sun. According to the CDC skin cancer is the leading form of cancer in the U.S., so it’s important to educate ourselves on the risks associated with it. The sun emits radiation known as UV-A and UV-B rays. Both types can damage your eyes and skin. UV-B rays have short wavelengths that reach the outer layer of your skin. UV-A rays have longer wavelengths that can penetrate t...
The Hot Springs County Commissioners met on Tuesday afternoon and made a decision on an issue that they haven’t faced before and likely never will again – the release of the bones found in a trunk more than 20 years ago. County Coroner, Mark Mortimore, approached the commissioners asking for funding to hire an attorney to represent him as coroner in getting a court order to release the remains to him in order to return them to the family. Mortimore requested the remains from the Sheriff’s Offic...
