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Members of the Thermopolis FFA went through a "slave" auction last week where students were bid on for an eight-hour day of whatever the winning bidder needed done, from moving hay to pulling weeds and cleaning house. Auctioneer John Gerrels made sure the winners got the most bang for their buck....
The 36th Annual WYO Quarter Horse spring horse sale will be held on Saturday, May 18 at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds, starting at 1 p.m. More than 70 production, arena and ranch broke geldings will be on display, featuring a fine selection of young, sound geldings and other great offerings. They will be hosting the Parade of Geldings on Friday evening in the arena starting at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served during the evening. Buyers will have the opportunity to meet the crew and the horses that night. A performance preview will be on...
The seventh annual Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) Tour of the Tables Mother’s Day Luncheon, sponsored by the local AV and K Chapters, will be Saturday, May 11 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at the Thermopolis Middle School Commons. Tickets for the event are $13 each, pre-sale only, for ladies 10 years and older. There will be unique table settings, as well as door prizes and raffles and other entertainment. Proceeds from the event will go to support women’s education. For tickets, call Cindy Toth at 864-2060 of Kathy Taylor at...
Hot Springs Vet Clinic will be holding their annual rabies clinic next week, Wednesday, May 8 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you cannot make it to the clinic on Wednesday or need your pet examined, give them a call at 864-5553 for an appointment and they will get you in at the same fees some time the week of the clinic. The Thermopolis Animal Control office will also be selling licenses at a reduced fee for Wednesday only. Cash, check or credit cards will be accepted at the time of service....
The Bob Milek Range west of Thermopolis was busy last Saturday, for the third annual Young Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC). Cynthia Garbin said this year’s YHEC had 25 participants, age 8-17, from Hot Springs, Washakie and Weston counties. Additionally, there were 20 volunteers and leaders, and plenty of family and friends. Though it was a bit windy, Garbin said the weather was otherwise beautiful and allowed for all six events to happen. All of the participants were very enthusiastic as well, she said, and there were some perfect and near p...
Students and staff at Hot Springs County High School added a little bit of extra difficulty to games last Friday by making the players spin around with their head on the top of a baseball bat before attempting to punt a football, hit a softball off the tee and take a swing at a golf ball. The dizziness that ensued added a lot of laughter to a regular day....
The sixth annual Thermopolis Brewfest, sponsored by Main Street Thermopolis, takes place in downtown on Saturday, June 1 from 3-7 p.m. Main Street Thermopolis invites everyone to join in the fun. There will be events for all ages and this is a family friendly event. “Main Street Thermopolis is part of Main Street Wyoming and National Main Street and is committed to fostering a vibrant, thriving downtown and community,” according to Suzanne Samelson, the volunteer president. “The Brewfest brings together our community and promotes tourism from...
Kids and their parents filled Hot Springs State Park Sunday for the annual Thermopolis Lion's Club Easter Egg Hunt in April 28....
Ayni Garza acts as Jacob Strenger's arms during the Thermopolis Middle School Voices assembly last Friday. Teachers and staff worked in pairs to show the various steps students can take to prepare for WYTOPP testing, including a good breakfast....
There will be a cookie jar and western memorabilia auction for Connie Hoffman on Friday, May 10 at the Thermopolis VFW. A dinner of pulled pork and fixings will be served from 5:30-6:30 p.m., with the auction immediately following. Hoffman was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in February of 2012 and in the first round of chemotherapy — from March until June the same year — put her into remission but since this is an incurable, aggressive disease the recommended next step is always a stem cell transplant, which she underwent in 2012. The can...
Konnor Simpson gets a good look at the Easter Bunny after an egg hunt during Storytime at the Hot Springs County Library....
A Thermopolis Community Blood Drive is scheduled for Monday, May 6 from 3-7 p.m. at the Hot Springs County Senior Center. All blood types are needed. To make an appointment call Vitalant at 800-365-4450 and use sponsor code “Thermopolis” or contact Melene Mierzejewski at 307-240-1414. Walk ins are welcome, and donors should eat well and drink plenty of fluids before donating. Donors should also bring a photo ID and donor card....
The public is invited to attend the Annual FFA Banquet to help celebrate a successful year with the program. Show your support for Thermopolis FFA by attending the banquet on Monday, May 6 at the fair building. Dinner will begin at 6 p.m....
If you’re looking for something fun to do this Sunday, why not have a good time and help out a great organization while you’re at it? This Sunday, join the H.O.P.E. Agency for a paint night at the Days Inn, starting at 4 p.m. Admission is $40 per person and proceeds from the evening will go directly to the H.O.P.E. Agency. Their mission is to provide the resources to meet the needs of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking victims in Hot Springs County through help, opportunity, partnership and employment. Through direct services and...
It’s a Cinco De Mayo Celebration fundraiser at the Thermopolis Golf Course. Starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, join your friends at the Armory for tacos and a no-host bar. All sorts of prizes can be won throughout the evening, including an over and under shotgun, Traeger grill, Northern Wyoming golf package, guided fly fishing trips, a casino package, golf clubs and much more. Raffle tickets for a Ruger SR1911 “Night Watchman” and the grand prize, a $3,500 trip of your choice through Travel Wright or a $2,000 cash payout will be avail...
April saw another year for the annual trips to Yellowstone National Park for fourth grade students from Ralph Witters Elementary. The first trip April 5-8, with the second done April 12-15. Fourth grade teacher Toby Emery, who has been travelling with the students for 12 years, said the trips began before his time with the district, in 1988, and have been going strong for 31 years. The most recent has been one of the top trips as they got some up close looks at some black wolves that came near...
Kindergarten students Jessi Moore, Audrey Heinze, Beau Kimes and Elizabeth Short get a break from the traditional classroom for some writing exercises....
Its springtime and at the Hot Springs County School District that means lots of things are coming up that you should be marking on your calendars. First up is the 2019 Prom, which will be held on Saturday, May 4 from 8-11:30 p.m. at the Hot Springs County Fair building. The students chose “Galaxy” as their theme for this year’s event. Grand March will be held in the auditorium at 7 p.m. Graduation will be upon us before we know it, happening this year on May 19 at 2 p.m. in the Hot Springs County High School Gym. That will be followed by the g...
Risen Son Christian School will be hosting its annual spaghetti dinner and auction fundraiser on Friday, April 26, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Hot Springs County Fair Building. Proceeds from the event will go directly to the school’s scholarship fund. Those interested in making a donation for the auction can contact Holli Longwell at 921-0729....
The spring sale is on for the Friends of the Library book sale this Friday and Saturday. The sale starts at 5 p.m. on Friday evening until 7 p.m. and then Saturday at 8 a.m. until noon at the armory. The sale on Saturday also includes a bake sale. You will find all sorts of books at the sale, from mysteries to science fiction, children’s books and more. There is sure to be something for everyone to add to your summer reading list....
When attending the 15th annual Thermopolis Cowboy Rendezvous PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) Rodeo on June 21 and 22, people will have an new way to view the action, via a mobile screen that will not only show what’s happening in the arena but instant replays as well. The screen, which will help those who might have their view block by the grandstand structure, also provides a different venue for sponsors rather than the regular programs. Heather Hayes said the theme of the rodeo t...
Hadley Johnson serves Jennifer and Dave Duncan at the Thermopolis Middle School "Night for the Stars." The school student council honored teachers and staff with a red carpet treatment and gourmet dinner....
A saxophone quartet of Ashley Brawley, Tyker Kay, Ryan Mosser and Breeze Petty, the Bobcat Concert Choir and Bobcat Concert Band were among the performers at the Post-Festival Concert....
The high school band, choir and select solos and ensembles recently attended the Northern Bighorn Basin District Festival in Cody. Director Drew Brown said the large ensembles each saw growth from last year’s scores, however, it is important to note the judges change from year to year. Scores range from V (poor), IV (fair), III (good), II (excellent) and I (superior). The high school concert band received an excellent rating from both judges as did the concert choir and the Jazz Cat Big Band. B...
Kids scour the lawn at Thermopolis Rehab and Wellness at an egg hunt on Saturday. The children were also invited inside the facility for prizes....
