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Last week, Water Development Project Manager George Moser held a public hearing and presented the recommendations for the WWDC Study - Hot Springs County Supply Evaluation - Level II Study. The event, held at the county annex, was well attended with various members of the community and representatives of different related agencies. Moser was joined by Jeff Rosenlund of DOWL and Ben Jordan, a geologist, where they gave the presentation together. The presenters reviewed some of their past...
At the first February Thermopolis Town Council meeting, the council voted and passed the approval to appoint Jerry Williams as the official Municipal Court Judge. Williams had been acting as a temporary judge since the passing of Judge Ron Jurovich. During citizen participation, Meri Ann Dorman, representing Main Street Thermopolis, requested street closure and the use of the Old Fire Hall for Brewfest on June 7. The event will occur from 4-8 p.m. Setup will be at noon and the street closure...
Members of the Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department held their annual awards banquet last week . The Firefighter of the Year award was given to Firefighter Mark Nelson, left. The award is voted on by the membership and is was awarded by the Thermopolis Rotary Club reprentative Kerri Manig. Years of service awards were also given out including 5 years - Ana Mosser, 15 years - Ken Smith, 20 years - Mark Brawley, 35 years - Jerry Williams, 40 years - Mark Nelson. Special recognition to Past Fire...
At the February 4 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting held at the annex building, Ardurra’s Brian Clarkson and Maddie Ross gave the Geographical Information System (GIS) update. Regarding the work completed or in progress done, they said they ran automated parcel updates for ArcGIS Online data on each Monday of the month. They also drew and attributed 2024 septic permits, uploaded documents to AWS, and appended new permit locations to ArcGIS Online data. Ross also said they drew a...
Mid Winter Blues Bash A Mid Winter Blues Bash will be held on Sunday, Feb. 23 from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Community Hall, 631 Big Horn. Dinner will be served at 5 with speakers beginning at 5:30. The mental health and community resource fair will include speakers from a variety of service providers. The event is free and all are welcome. Sponsored by Hot Springs County Democrats and Hot Springs County Prevention Coalition. Government 101series The Learning Center is sponsoring a three part series about how our town government works. Local...
On February 8 in Alabaster, Alabama at the 2025 Limitbreakers, International, Invite Only Strongman Competition, Thermopolis’ Porshia Birdsley took first place in the U64 Woman division.Worth noting, the woman that took second place was New Zealander’s Meg Latta who is the World’s 2nd Strongest U64 Woman. Latta traveled to the United States from New Zealand for the competition.Birdsely said, “It was a huge accomplishment to beat her as she is a long time Pro Athlete in the sport.”The Limitebre...
On February 13, Malta Lodge #17 hosted Past Masters' night honoring all the living past Masters of the Lodge. Of the 16, eight attended. There have only been approx 100 Masters of Malta Lodge in the 120 years of its existence. Left to right are Eric Kay, Tom Smith, Tree Henderson, John Brooks, Dennis Wilson, Mike Messenger, Doug Becher, Tim Lippincott and Chuck Morris. Morris is a local, but was a past Master in Shoshoni....
At the February 13 Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce board meeting held at Big Horn Federal, during old business, CEO Meri Ann Dorman discussed the State/Local Civics Bee which will be held on April 6 at 2 p.m. Dorman said that they are still looking for additional judges. At this time they have received about 18 essays from the region, including Thermopolis, Riverton, Lander and Burlington, from schools and homeschool groups. Dorman added that Thermopolis Middle School will complete...
The Learning Center is offering three classes free of charge to the Hot Springs County community beginning on Monday, February 24 at 6 p.m. The first class is “How does our Town Government work?” featuring Mayor Adam Estenson, Assistant to the Mayor Jim Jeunehomme and Town Clerk Tracey Van Huele. This class will take place at the Town Hall, 420 Broadway. Light refreshments will be served. Lifelong Thermopolite Barbara Rice came up with the idea for a class centered around local governance after hearing from a number of people who don’t vote...
The Hot Springs Health Foundation will host its first fundraising gala on Saturday, March 1 at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds. The festivities begin with a cocktail hour at 4:30 pm, followed by dinner at 6 pm. The event will feature a silent and live auction, games, live music, a bar hosted by One Eyed Buffalo, and dinner catered by We Got Your Six Portions. All proceeds from the 2025 Gala will directly benefit the new spinal surgery service at Hot Springs Health. This is in partnership with Premier Bone and Joint. “We are excited to a...
From Wyoming News Exchange newspapers Fifth shooting victim dies CODY (WNE) — Olivia Blackmer, 7, the sole survivor of the February 10 murder-suicide carried out by her mother that left her three sisters and mother dead, died Saturday. According to a Gofundme page organized for Olivia’s father and step-mother, Olivia was life-flighted to a neurology department in Salt Lake City after the events of February 10. She received extensive treatment over the course of multiple days in an attempt to save her life. However, Olivia succumbed to her inj...
High school FFA Chapter activities National FFA Week is February 15-22 and our local high school chapter is celebrating with a variety of activities. Thermopolis FFA Chapter events for National FFA week include dress up days, an appreciation breakfast, dodgeball and more. They wrap up their events by partnering with P6 Station on Saturday, Feb. 22. FFA members will take over P6 and all tips will go to them for traveling expenses. Dine in from 4-8 p.m. or take out from 4-9 p.m. Their popular...
Special Appointed Prosecutor Patrick J. LeBrun has determined that no criminal charges will be filed against the two law enforcement officers involved in the shooting death of Jared Gottula, 41. The Wyoming Department of Criminal lnvestigation (WDCI) began its investigation on the afternoon of September 9, 2024, following the shooting at Gottula’s home. In a joint statement released by Thermopolis Police Chief Pat Cornwell and Sheriff Jerimie Kraushaar, Thermopolis Police Officer Ryan Loving and Hot Springs County Sheriff’s Deputy Max Lee...
On February 4, Commissioners Paul Galovich and Bob Aguair held a public hearing of remedy for Michael and Michele Stevens and their Tipi Retreat on Coyote Run Road.Commissioner Tom Ryan recused himself from the hearing. Chairman Tom Ryan Chairman Tom Ryan said to the other commissioners regarding the Stevens’ matter, “I think it’s a new application, and I think it should be going before the Planning Commission and coming through the process. And I think we’re violating that process. I think ther...
A great fishing story can start with a mysterious premonition of destiny that sets the course to where great friends go on an adventure that seems totally unbelievable. We learned such things from the recent Fishing Derby on February 1-2 at the Upper and Lower Sunshine Lakes. The event was put on by Discover Meeteetse. The stage was set with Grandpa Monty Thorton speaking to his grandson Trever Birdsley. The elder cowboy said, “You guys are going to catch big fish today.” Birdsley looked at his...
The Town of Thermopolis has announced that the new flag pole recently installed downtown at the intersection of 5th and Broadway Streets was damaged during installation by the contractor. The original flag pole was damaged during a wind event in 2024. The new flag pole was installed in January. Assistant to the Mayor Jim Jeunehomme reported that the replacement flagpole has multiple scratches and scuffs on the surface, and there are some dents in the pole. A second replacement flagpole will not be paid for by the Town of Thermopolis or...
by Stephanie Conrad, Hot Springs County Emergency Management Coordinator As winter settles in and the snow continues to accumulate in the surrounding mountains, it’s a good time to revisit the snowpack and runoff conditions that directly impact Boysen Reservoir. While snowstorms typically ramp up in March and April, it’s crucial to monitor these patterns early—so the community and agencies alike can prepare for what’s ahead. It’s been a few years since we’ve delved into the details of how snowmelt from nearby mountain ranges feeds into Boysen...
Paul Galovich presented this letter during the February 4 Hot Springs County Commissioner meeting and a copy was supplied to the IR. See the corresponding story on page 1. As we gather together today in this public setting with the attitude of transparency I wish to express the importance of this meeting. This open hearing today is somewhat different from a typical meeting of this nature. We are here today to provide an avenue of remedy for a former application of land use change. I feel this application differs from a new application for...
The Hot Springs Speech and Debate Team captured the 1A/2A Champion at the Big Horn Speech and Debate Tournament held at Big Horn High School on January 31-February 1, 2025. The Bobcats brought 15 students to compete in the tournament that hosted 10 schools including large teams from South Dakota. Junior Dean Bihr built on his strong season, capturing the champion plaque for Congressional Debate in a heavily populated field. Bihr also finished third in Impromptu Speaking, and went 3-1 in Lincoln-Douglas Debate - tying for fifth place overall....
Hot Springs County High School senior, Kaylee Bazzle, has been a member of the Bobcat Cheer Squad since her freshman year. Each summer, the squad attends a training camp, somewhere in the state of Wyoming, to build their skills, and to take on new opportunities to excel in their sport. Last summer, the squad went to cheer camp in Cokeville, where Kaylee was given an opportunity to try out for a spot on the All American Cheer Squad. At Cokeville, twenty-three cheerleaders competed for six open positions on the national team. Following the...
Valentine dance The 1890’s Riders are hosting a dance on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 7 p.m.-midnight at the VFW, 302 Broadway. The cost is $10 per person or $15 for a couple. Proceeds will go to the Memorial Avenue of Flags. Come enjoy music, dancing, fun and snacks. Casino Royale Hot Springs Health Foundation is hosting Casino Royal on Saturday, March 1 at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds. Happy hour begins at 4:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6 p.m. There will be games, raffles, silent and live auctions. Tickets are $50 each or $90 for a c...
On January 14, Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department members voted to appoint Dale Andreen as their new Fire Chief. Previous Fire Chief Mark Collins decided to retire from the position but will still stay involved serving the public. Andreen has been with the Fire Department for 28 years and has served in multiple offices. However, he has spent most of his time as a training officer during their weekly meetings. He also coordinates with the Fire Academy to get new members certified as...
Wyoming Highway Patrol has issued a brief press release regarding the pedestrian fatality that occurred on January 24 in Thermopolis. The release states, a pedestrian identified as Bernadine Blacketer, an 85-year-old female, was crossing the street when she was struck by a vehicle. The driver of the vehicle did not stop after the collision with Blacketer. The driver, a juvenile, was driving to the parking lot of Hot Springs County High School to get on the bus for a sporting event. After the incident was reported to the Thermopolis Police...
The Town of Thermopolis installed new playground equipment at the Glade Edward’s Park located at 226 South 3rd Street, which is just east of the railroad tracks. The money to fund this new equipment came in two parts and about $33,958 came from the Glade Edward’s Foundation. The new equipment was added at the south end of the park. It includes several slides, a climbing area, and places to play on. They also added fresh mulch all around. The installation occurred last fall. Assistant to the May...
Business plan workshop A workshop presented by Devan Costa-Cargill, Regional Director Wyoming SBDC, called Creating a Business Plan will be held on Thursday, February 6 from 5:30-7 p.m. at 7 Lazy S Cafe, 109 S. 6th St. Space is limited and cost is $15 per person. Light snacks will be provided. To sign up, call Lara at Central Bank and Trust, 864-5561. Galentine Party Charis Clothing and Art House at 444 Broadway is hosting a night of fun at a Galentine Party on Thursday, February 6 from 5-8 p.m. Bring your friends for Styling by Cortney, a...
