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Now that the dust has settled with election season, Hot Springs County Clerk Nina Webber is able to give us break down as to the voter turnout in county. Webber said her office still has hundreds of new and same-day registrations to put into the Wyoming Registration system. Those votes were, of course, counted in the election, but all must be entered in the state’s registration system within 30 days of the election. The original general election results have now been deemed official by the c...
The Tree Lot Sale Saturday at Thermopolis Middle School featured 20 trees, a variety of wreaths and other Christmas décor offered at silent auction. The sale is a fundraiser for the People for People Backpack Program, which provides kids in need with food to see them through the weekends. Judy Carswell, with People for People, explained they utilize donated trees and wreaths, many of which come from people throughout the year and then the remainder are purchased. The weekend before the sale,... Full story
Tuesday, Nov. 15, the Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees met. Among the items for action was the audit, presented by Michael Wright. The board approved the audit, and Interim CEO Margi Molitor noted there was nothing out of the ordinary with regard to the report and it was done to accounting standards. Chief Financial Officer Shelly Larson explained the cost report to the board, which approved it. Molitor said the report is done every year, explaining HSCMH, as a critical acc...
A Hot Springs County High School senior was involved in a single car rollover on Missouri Flat Road just after 8 a.m. on Monday morning. The teen was life flighted to Casper and according to her parents is off the ventilator and breathing on her own. According to information from the Hot Springs County Sheriff's Office, there is no suspected drug or alcohol use in the accident....
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 calls” in the On the Record section are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Fire department Thursday, November 17 3:33 p.m. Vehicle fire in the 200 block of Spring Creek Road. Monday, November 21 1:46 p.m. Fire at mile marker 167 on Highway 20 North. Sheriff’s office Wednesday, November 16 6:20 p.m. Report of a single vehicle car vs. deer accident near mile marker 135 on Hig...
Bronco Lone Bear was extremely lucky Monday night when he missed the corner turning onto the Broadway bridge and slid down the embankment toward the river. If not for the tree he hit, he could have landed in the river. Instead, Lone Bear was arrested for alleged driving under the influence....
People for People is a small group of volunteers that provide free meals every Sunday for those in need in Thermopolis. Judy Carswell said the group is down to eight teams that provide the meals, though 12 is optimal. “Our teams,” she explained, “consist of different entities in the community.” For instance, the team she’s on is the courthouse team; other teams might come from churches, the VFW or even a neighborhood. Meal recipients are mainly those who can’t get out, or may not be able to affo...
Music, people, bargains and food helped fill Roadrunner's new home at 184 Highway 20 South during an open house Thursday, Nov. 17. Lisa Bowman, who owns the business with her husband Matt, said they recently moved from across the street, as their former location was "down in a hole." She could look out from the window and just see the top of the highway. The business also was expanded to include automotive in addition to oil field supply, as they have two mechanics working for them, and they...
Signups for the 2016 Community Christmas Baskets are going on now at the H.O.P.E. Agency, 426 Big Horn, and The Help Center, Fifth and Arapahoe. The deadline to sign up is Friday, Dec. 9 with pickup of the baskets on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Hall at 642 Arapahoe. Nonperishable food donations may be left in the entryway at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 642 Arapahoe, marked “Christmas Baskets.” Monetary donations may be sent to Christmas Baskets, P.O. Box 950, Thermopolis, WY 82443. Vol...
Aaron Hansen and Ryan Slagle perform a hilarious duet that shows us what can happen when you press one for English. The pair, along with other members of the Drama Club, will be heading to their State Competition in Laramie on Dec. 1....
Mother Nature reared her ugly head and dropped seven-inches of white stuff across Hot Springs County last week, reminding us that the days of flip flops and sunscreen are surely over for a few months. With that in mind, are you prepared should a big storm hit? Everyone should have a few days supply of food and water in the house, things that don’t require cooking in case the electricity goes out. Oh, and that electric can opener probably won’t do you any good either, so an old fashioned one would be good to have in the junk drawer. Extra bla...
Referencing the recent Rex’s Ramblings column, it’s obvious on which side of the political aisle he stands. It’s obvious that the author still reads from the tired old Democrat playbook - the one Democrats relied on to defeat President-Elect Trump (oops, that didn’t work for them, did it?). The playbook that states it doesn’t matter if a charge is true or false, what’s important is the seriousness of the charge. Of course, as with all trumped-up charges brought to every election season in October by the Democrats, the charges have been proven...
All the police reports of dogs running loose and barking I wonder if one person is doing much of the complaining. I like to hear dogs barking. They alert us if somebody’s around that shouldn’t be. Unless maybe they’re being abused, hungry, thirsty, left out on a cold night. They’re just four legged family and need love. Burglars claimed dogs, even little ones, are better deterrent to crime than any other alarm. The most intelligent animal with their sharp smell and hearing are able to do many tasks impossible for man. They risk their lives,...
November is National Caregiver’s month. I hope we will all take a moment to recognize and thank the ever-growing group of unsung heroes in Wyoming. In our communities and counties, rural and urban, they do things like give baths and help others get dressed. They dispense medicine and provide transportation to doctor’s appointments. They are family caregivers. In our state, more than 66,000 people are caregivers. Chances are, you know, have been, or are a family caregiver. It is estimated that in Wyoming they contribute upwards of 62 mil...
Though it always feels a bit redundant when I say it — especially considering the season we’re in — I would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone to be thankful. Like I said, redundant, with the great “turkey day” less then 48 hours away. I, like many of you, am grateful for my family and friends, who are just a drive across town, a phone call or an email away. I’m especially looking forward to spending a few days with my in-laws, enjoying the ham, turkey, potatoes, and everything...
The Friends of Hot Springs State Park and Legend Rock have 2017 calendars for sale. Included are seasonal pictures of Hot Springs State Park and Legend Rock. Included are pieces from local photographers, some from out of the area and some from archives. The standard size wall calendars are only $20 each and can be purchased at the State Bath House, State Park Headquarters, Chamber of Commerce and various locations. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Meri Ann Rush said proceeds would be used for future projects at the state park and Legend...
The Department of Family Services (DFS) is gearing up for this year’s Elf Tree to benefit families who may need a little extra help providing gifts for children this Christmas. Sign up sheets are available at DFS, with the final day to sign up being Dec. 9. You may view the tree at Storyteller right now, with the last day to pick a name Dec. 16. For more information, please contact DFS at 864-2158....
Once the Holidays are over and the Christmas decorations come down, you may notice some new metal signs going up on the decorative light posts throughout town. Those new signs are the creation of the newest business in town, Custom Metal Works, owned by John Dorman and Dale Andreen. The pair can cut almost any metal up to three-quarter inches thick; mild steel, aluminum and stainless, into just about anything your imagination can come up with. They can do customizable signs, like the one they did for A Cut Above, yard signs, archway signs for...
Have you done some fall cleaning and find you have a lot of clothing items in your closet that you’re just never going to wear again? All of those used clothing items can be brought to the upcoming clothing drive at Hot Springs County High School. The clothing may be dropped off at the high school before Dec. 7 with the clothing give-away to be held on Dec. 12 and 13. From 4-6 p.m., anyone may come and get free clothing with no limit on the items you may take. All sizes of clean, gently used items will be accepted....
If you are you still looking for that unique gift for that special friend or family member, well, look no further than the Last Minute Santa Shopping event at the VFW on Saturday, Dec. 3. Presented by Alpha Phi Sorority, from 9 a.m. til 2 p.m., you’re bound to find something among their 31 tables of vendors, with everything from baked goods to vintage items and everything in between. There will be jewelry, Scentsy, crafts of all kinds and chicken and noodles with a roll and brownie for lunch if you get hungry while you’re shopping. Santa wil...
It was back in June when Rocky Roat and Blain Baldes decided that they wanted to open a shop. That business became In-N-Out Auto & Diesel Repair, and Roat noted they can do anything needed on a vehicle, from factory replacements to aftermarket performance. Among the services they provide are diagnostics, oil changes, brake work, tune-ups, suspension, fluid service, performance, upgrades, chips/tuners, clutch, leveling kits and more. They've already seen quite a bit of work, they said,...
Friday after school 4-H members Kaycee Stothart and Cody Mayfield help set up books for the Friends of the Library Book Sale on Saturday. As a long standing tradition of community service 4-H members have helped the group prepare for the sale by moving the many boxes of books, carrying them to the tables and unpacking them....
Last week, Hot Spring County High School seniors and Close-Up students Korey Smith and Caleb DeCroo travelled to Washington D.C. On their weeklong stay at the capitol, they spent some time with Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso. DeCroo said the experience was really cool, and he encourages other people to take the opportunity. He learned a lot about the symbolism of various monuments and why they were erected. Smith felt the trip was really influential for high school students, as they were... Full story
Team Thermopolis Eyecare Eyeballerz won the Recreation District Coed Volleyball Championship against second place Aimee Kay's Team Wednesday, Nov. 16. Game one scores were 25-23 and 25-16 with game two scores coming in at 25-18 and 25-17. Members of the Thermopolis Eyecare Eyeballerz are Dana McDermott, Molly Coyne, Mark Mortimore, Colte Russell, Jordan McKittrick, Karissa Williams and Kelly Cole. A shocking upset happened when previously undefeated Elisa Daniel's Team came into tournament...
Hot Springs County School District kindergartners were asked how they would go about cooking a turkey. Enjoy reading their interesting recipes and Happy Thanksgiving. First, stab it. Next, take of the fur. Then, put it in a pan and cook at 600 degrees for 6,000 minutes. Serve with cereal. Gabriel Robb First, kill it. Next, cook it. Then, eat it. Cook at 8 degrees for 9 minutes. Serve with nothing. Mackenzie Buckner First, cut it. Next, bake it. Then, eat it. Cook at 20 degrees for 20 hours. Serve with little breads. William Hensley First, kill... Full story
