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Before we can start breaking those New Year’s resolutions we first must get through the New Year’s celebrations safe and secure. Ringing in the new year may be as simple for you as staying up until midnight to watch the ball drop in New York or as extravagant as a quick trip to Vegas, but there are some things to take into consideration no matter where you are for the big night. First, and foremost, if you drink alcohol, drink responsibly. Many of our local drinking establishments will be holding New Year’s Eve celebrations, and if you’r...
While many of the songs were familiar, there was plenty of variety in the arrangements during the Hot Springs County High School Music Department's Christmas Gala 2018. Along with the Bobcat Concert Choir and Concert Band, the concert also featured music from the high school's Jazz Cats....
Thermopolis Middle School held their Christmas concert in the auditorium last Thursday, playing a variety of tunes to set the mood for the holidays. Here, l-r, Alyssa Warman, Jayssie Owsley and Sharon Burgess add their talent to the fifth grade band's performance....
Christmas will soon be here and area churches have special services planned for the season. St. Francis Catholic Church will have a Childrens Pageant on Christmas Eve at 5:30 p.m. followed by mass at 6 p.m. On Christmas day they will celebrate mass at 9 a.m. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church will be celebrating with a Christmas Eve service starting at 10 p.m. Risen Son Southern Baptist Chuch will have their regular Sunday service on Sunday, the 23rd, but will not have their evening service that day. There will be a Christmas Eve service, however,... Full story
Gabe Dominguez and his dad, Rojelio, prove that less is more as they concentrate on the fine details of their gingerbread house at Hot Springs County Library last Saturday....
People for People will be hosting a free Christmas dinner at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church on Christmas day, from noon until 2 p.m. The traditional meal, just like their Thanksgiving feast, is open to everyone to come, sit, have some dinner and conversation for a couple of hours Christmas day. There will be ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, a variety of side dishes and salads as well as rolls, dessert and coffee or punch. Perhaps you’re alone this Christmas or you just don’t feel like cooking, no matter the circumstances you are welcome to joi...
Hot Springs State Park will be hosting a “First Day Hike” on Tuesday, January 1 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The hike will begin at the Kiwanis shelter in the park at 11 a.m. and one group will take the river walk, which is approximately a half mile long, while a second, more adventurous group will take the “Spirit Trail” which is a mile long. Coffee, hot chocolate and chili will be served after the hike at the shelter. Everyone is invited to participate and dogs on leashes are permitted. The hike is part of several “First Day Hikes” at various sta...
In Wyoming we’re still very fortunate that live trees abound for us to cut for Christmas and the permits to cut are fairly cheap, but what do you do with that live tree after the holidays? While the Town of Thermopolis doesn’t have an actual tree pick up, they can be left beside your dumpster, but they are not a priority for pick up, so they may still be there for a while. If you don’t want to just trash that Christmas treasure, there are a number of useful things you can use it for. Pine needl...
Beginning in January, the Hot Springs County Senior Center will provide craft and hobby classes on the first and third Thursdays of the month, from January to Memorial Day and from Labor Day to late December. The classes are open to the public, and ideas are welcome as subjects will change from class to class. The purpose and aim is for those already enjoying a hobby to share their enthusiasm with others, and for those who want to check out a particular subject but didn’t know who to see or how to start. This program is a collaborative effort o...
The community again came together last Saturday, generating more than $18,000 for Sandy Schrage at a cookie jar auction and pulled pork dinner. There were plenty of other items up for bids along with the jars, and the money raised will go to help defray medical costs and living expenses....
Hot Springs County High School’s speech team hosted the Bobcat Invitational Speech and Debate tournament last Saturday with nearly 200 students from across the state attending. Eleven schools were represented including Lovell, Cody, Powell, Jackson, Kelly Walsh, Greybull, Star Valley, Wyoming Indian, Torrington, Riverside and Worland. “This tournament was twice the size of our tournament last year,” coach Cindy Glasson said. “We have traditionally held our tournament just before Christmas break to give competitors a little bit of a jump start....
This past weekend, Robotics Team No. 4273, Aluminati, traveled to Park City, Utah to compete in the state qualifier. Not only did they qualify for the Utah State Championship that will be in Ogden, Utah in mid-February, but they also earned the Motivate Award. The award is presented to the team that represents the essence of the FIRST Tech challenge competition through team building, team spirit, shown enthusiasm and connections with the school and community. Among the community activities that Aluminati and Team No. 7238, Fist Full of Axles,...
Time to start filling those rosters and practicing your layups for the Hot Springs County Rec District’s Ault Basketball League. District Director Anja Abbott said signups will begin after Christmas, with team sheets due Jan. 18. There will be a managers meeting on Jan. 22 at 6:30 p.m., at the armory, and games are scheduled to begin on Jan. 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the middle school. Teams can have a maximum of 10 players, and the cost is $225 per team. Those who are looking to burn off some holiday calories, get an early jump on resolutions for 2...
The Thermopolis Senior Citizen’s Center will be ringing in the “Noon Year” on Monday, December 31. Come join them for their celebration featuring baked fish, cheesy potatoes, green beans, banana bread and more from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. This is a perfect alternative to staying up until midnight with party hats and other celebratory items for the New Year....
After performing in the Pre K Academy's Christmas Program Tuesday evening, Cali Culp and Mackenzie Jones enjoyed a yummy treat....
Sixth grader, Trenton Bledsoe, tries his hand at the standing chimes during the Thermopolis Middle School Concert....
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Dancers Myia Medina, Hannah Lippincott, Anna Gunderson, Kaylee Bazzle and Maile McCumber bring some hip-hop moves to the Hot Springs Dance LLC's production of The Nutcracker. This year was the Christmas recital, with more than 100 dancers from Thermopolis and Worland performing....
Ellie Petty tries to get a grin from brother Tristtan while visiting Santa and Mrs. Claus with their sister Brylee last Saturday. Kids who visited with the Christmas couple received candy canes and other treats....
The Second Friday ArtStroll/Still Strolling Saturday in downtown Thermopolis, December 14 and 15, welcomes the Christmas season with artists, carolers, and a cookie contest on Friday evening. Stroll hours on Friday evening are from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and continues Saturday from around 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Smoking Waters Art Guild invites strollers to shop, taste cookies at each location, carol, listen to music, and vote for your favorite cookies. And don’t forget to wear your kapote! “The December ArtStroll is always a wonderful part of our...
In the spirit of giving, plan to attend the upcoming cookie jar auction to benefit Sandy Schrage. The auction will be held on Saturday, Dec. 15, from 5:30 p.m. til 11 p.m. at the VFW to help defray medical costs and living expenses. Dinner will include pulled pork and all the fixings. If you would like to donate to the auction or need more information, please call Lindsay Hensley at 921-9045....
Merit Badge Counselor Jeryl Tippets presents Boy Scouts Austin Barral and Kyle Mosser with their badges during the Scouts Court of Honor Sunday evening. Family members also attended the ceremony....
One of the best ways to get into the Holiday Season is to listen to a little Christmas music, and Hot Springs County schools have you covered. Christmas concerts will kick off with the middle school concert on Dec. 13. It will begin at 7 p.m. at the auditorium. Next on the schedule is the Pre-K concert which will also be held in the auditorium on Dec. 18. Music begins at 7 p.m. You’ll be treated to a double dose of Christmas cheer on Dec. 20 with a pair of concerts. Ralph Witters Elementary will hold their concert in the auditorium at 2 p.m. a...
Christmas will soon be here and area churches have special services planned for the season. St. Francis Catholic Church will have a Childrens Pageant on Christmas Eve at 5:30 p.m. followed by mass at 6 p.m. On Christmas day they will celebrate mass at 9 a.m. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church will be celebrating with a Christmas Eve service starting at 10 p.m. Risen Son Southern Baptist Church will have their regular Sunday service on Sunday, the 23rd, but will not have their evening service that day. There will be a Christmas Eve service, however,...
Main Street Thermopolis has been keeping busy this month with Christmas decorations and gifts available for some on your list. They had a good response from volunteers to help them with refreshing the Town’s Christmas decorations this year, getting together to re-string lights on wreaths, change out broken or dead bulbs and make everything look festive. If you’re still looking for a gift or two, think about the notecard sets they have available, drawn by members of the Smoking Waters Art Guild, depicting some of our historic downtown bui...
