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Monday morning, a number of people were lined up outside of Red Rock Family Practice waiting their turn to be tested for COVID-19. Some were being tested as a precautionary measure required by their place of work....
On Monday, Hot Springs County School District #1 (HSCSD #1) Superintendent Dustin Hunt advised parents and others the district is moving to digital learning immediately. HSCSD #1 moved to a Tier 3 digital platform beginning Tuesday, November 17 until at least December 1. Hunt said there will be no in person classes for the time being. Depending on the pandemic outlook, and the health of school staff, they will hopefully resume in person classes on Wednesday, December 2. Students took home their devices Monday afternoon, and parents were asked... Full story
Public Health Order 2020-3 requiring all adults within Hot Springs County, Wyoming, to wear face coverings in certain places open to the public, with exceptions, took effect on Wednesday, Nov. 18. COVID-19 cases statewide and in Hot Springs County are reportedly on the rise. Hot Springs is one of eight counties in Wyoming that recently made requests to the Wyoming Department of Health to enact local mask orders. Hot Springs County Health Officer Dr. Vernon Miller made the request which was approved by State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist.... Full story
Jill Tonn, retired Senior Regional Director for Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF), has received the Excellence in Wildlife Conservation Award by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. The award was presented during a virtual Wyoming Game and Fish Commission meeting Tuesday, Nov. 17. She was nominated by members of the RMEF Wyoming Project Advisory Committee (PAC). During her 25 years of working and volunteering for RMEF, Tonn has promoted elk, wildlife habitat, migration research and public...
Wyoming regulators voted 4-1 on Nov. 10 to permit Aethon Energy to pump millions of gallons of pollutants into an underground aquifer near Shoshoni that critics say is too valuable to pollute. The Dallas investment firm argued through attorney Tom Throne that it would be uneconomic and impractical to use the 15,000-foot-deep Madison aquifer for nearby towns’ or cities’ domestic supplies. That’s one reason to grant the company an exemption to federal Clean Water Act rules and regulations, he said. “We clearly fall into that category,” Throne sa...
Veterans Tobi Johansen and Brad Becerra raise the American flag at the VFW during a salute to Vets on Veteran's Day, November 11....
With the surge in COVID-19 cases in the State of Wyoming the Wyoming High School Activities Association (WHSAA) updated their sports and activities guidelines on Monday. In addition to the original, overall requirements of social distancing, including screening of athletes, participants, coaches and officials, and sanitizing measures, face coverings now must always be worn by coaches, staff, officials, parents and spectators while in the building. For spectators the requirements have changed as...
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. Sheriff’s Office Monday, November 9 10:15 p.m. A deputy assisted emergency medical services in the transport of an elderly male subject to the hospital. Tuesday, November 10 9:48 a.m. Report of suspicious activities at the Skelton...
Saturday night 4-H members, parents and sponsors gathered to present the Achievement Night Awards for the 2019-2020 year. Several first year members received recognition for submitting their first year record book, including Cooper Agar, Emma Dean, Riley Dean, CeJay Flinn, Cameron Martinez, Julie Needham, Hoyt Peil and Logan Stewart. Silver member recognition is given to those who have exhibited what they have learned at some point in the year and have provided documentation of setting goals, kn...
Businesses and members of our community have always been known for their generosity. This year has been difficult for families and businesses and it is looking like the economic struggles will continue into 2021. This Christmas, more than ever, it is important to remember the less fortunate. Locally, there are several ways to help those who are struggling financially. Two Christmas gift tree programs are going on, one for senior citizens and one for children. The Elf Tree for children is set up at Thermopolis Hardware. Donors may selected an...
Thermopolis VFW Post 2281 marked Veteran’s Day last Wednesday at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month with words from the post Quartermaster, Tobi Johansen, as well as the raising of the American Flag with honor guard. “I want to begin by expressing my gratitude to everyone for joining us, and for giving me the opportunity to speak to you today. “For the world, for our country, and for our community, 2020 has been an unusually difficult year. From facing the stress and fears of the Coronavirus pandemic, to overcoming the isola...
Alfred "Al" Vallee, 87, passed away Sat., November 14, 2020, at Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital in Thermopolis after a period of declining health. Born April 26, 1933, in Chicago, Ill., he was one of two children of George and Florence (Wallenstein) Vallee. Following school, he was self-employed as a painting contractor and later as a wild game processor. On June 13, 1979, he married Karen Worley in Chicago. The couple and their families later moved to Wyoming, finally settling in... Full story
John Melvin "Johnny" Love, 77, passed away Nov. 11, 2020, from complications of Vascular Dementia. He was born March 22, 1943, in Thermopolis, Wyo., to Melvin and Pearl (Osborn) Love. He grew up on the family ranch on Owl Creek. On Oct. 30, 1965, he married Janis Weeks in Thermopolis, Wyo. He spent most of his life in mining employed by Arch Coal in Hanna, Getty (Petrotonics) in Shirley Basin, and Benton Clay in Casper providing well for his family. He served in the Wyoming Army National Guard... Full story
Dennis Brent Zeller, 76, passed away peacefully at Goshen Healthcare Community in Torrington, Wyo., on November 13, 2020, following a stroke sustained on July 28. He was the son of Elmer and Phebe Zeller. Born in Lovell, Wyo., on March 23, 1944. Attending Lovell schools, graduating in 1962. Brent married his "Babe," Winnie Louise Aden following an ice cream date. They were married 55 years and to this union were born two blond tow-headed girls, Dana and Darlene. He taught his wife and daughters... Full story
Ashley Leonard Hart passed away Oct. 29, 2020. He was born Oct. 23, 1958. No Services are planned.... Full story
George Henry Yetter, 87, passed away Nov. 9, 2020, at Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness. George was born Feb. 23, 1933, in Oshkosh Neb., to William and Mabel (Baird) Yetter. George was one of eight children. George served in the Army from 1953 to 1955. He worked various jobs in his lifetime. He worked on ranches around Meeteetse, his brother's sawmill, and in oil fields as a roughneck. On Feb. 12, 1956, he was married to Irene (Clark) in Cody, Wyo. George enjoyed spending time with family,... Full story
Virgillia S. "Della" Brannon, 87, passed away Friday, November 13, 2020, at the Thermopolis Rehabilitation and Wellness. Born December 3, 1932, in Stalwart, Mich., she was the daughter of George and Grace (Crawford) Hewitt. She married Glen O. Brannon in the '50's. To this union was born four children. Virgillia worked as an aide at nursing homes. She enjoyed painting pictures, sewing and quilting by hand. She attended the River of Life Church in Thermopolis, Wyo. She is survived by her sister,... Full story
Wanda Jean Crumpler, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020, at Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital. She was born on October 24, 1932, in Walnut Springs, Texas. She was the youngest child of Arthur and Leona (Hutchins) Fair. Mrs. Crumpler completed high school and graduated from Blair Business College. She also took additional classes at two colleges. She worked as a medical administrative assistant and claims clerk for the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. A member of the Episcopal Church, she had enjoyed living in Thermopolis since 1997. M... Full story
Ruth Needham waits patiently with her dad, Sam, as Cynthia Garbin adds up her hand during the Turkey Shoot on Saturday morning....
The Elf Tree Program is designed to help families in need with a little extra in the way of Christmas gifts to make a special holiday for their children. Parents or guardians may sign up their children, ages birth - 17, thru Dec 11 at the Department of Family Services, 403 Big Horn. The Elf Tree is up at Thermopolis Hardware and Mercantile with the Elf tag ornaments. Prospective Elf Tree donors may choose Elf tags from the tree with age, gender and gift ideas for the children up until Dec. 17. Wrapped gifts, with the Elf tag attached for...
Wade Lippencott is the first person to paraglide off of Monument Hill and take a wild ride. The photo was captured by a drone. Jeb Schenck says "This could be a fun way to do social distancing."...
The Cookie Jar Auction Benefits planned for two individuals have been effected by COVID-19 concerns. The benefit for Wade Milek to get a trained service dog to help with his epilepsy seizures has been moved to an online auction at Wade Milek Online Auction Benefit via Facebook. There is also an account set up in Whitney Milek’s name at Pinnacle Bank in Thermopolis for donations. The benefit planned for Joey Johnson has been postponed. However, donations will be accepted at Pinnacle Bank in Joey Johnson’s name....
The Thermopolis FFA Chapter has received a $2,000 grant from Farm Credit Services. The funds will be used for students conducting an Agriscience Fair experiment. In order to receive funds, students filled out a grant request and submitted it to chapter advisor, Becky Martinez. Funds will be given to students this coming week to purchase items needed for their research. The idea behind applying for the grant was to give students the opportunity to dream big when it came to their research projects. In the past members have been limited by funds...
Many people in Thermopolis look forward to the free Thanksgiving dinner provided at the Episcopal Church by People for People. Unfortunately, with COVID-19 restrictions this year the meal will not be happening in person. However, meals can be delivered to your home on Thanksgiving Day, provided you call ahead to let them know you will need one. Judy Carswell with People for People said they are having meals prepared by the Senior Citizen’s Center this year that will be available for those in need. If you would like to receive a meal please c...
