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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...
Creative aging art classes will be offered at the Hot Springs County Library beginning February 8. Instructor will be well know local artist Barrie Lynn Bryant. The title of the course is Simple, Purposeful and Accessible Photography. “The course is free and limited to 10 participants, the majority of which should be aged 55 and over. If more are trying to sign up, we’ll try more. It’s my goal to include as many people as we can. Everyone should have some type of camera to use whether it’s a typical old style camera or a phone. All other m...
The Wyoming Department of Education announced that the four-year on-time high school graduation rate for schools throughout Wyoming remained relatively consistent at 81.6 percent in 2023-24, a slight increase of 0.2 percent from 81.4 percent in 2022-23. For 2023-24, Hot Springs County High School’s graduation rate is 78.7%. In 2022-23 Hot Springs County’s graduation was slightly lower, it was 78.3%. Wyoming’s on-time graduation rates have remained above 80 percent since 2015-16. 6,344 students graduated in 2023-24, with 6,193 in the four-...
On January 21, Wyoming State Parks District Manager Brooks Jordan presented to the Hot Springs County Commissioners to give an update on the Hot Springs State Park matter regarding the Star Plunge facility. Jordan said, “The Star Plunge is currently closed temporarily until the resolution of the legal proceedings that were brought against us, Wyoming State Parks, by the owner operator of the Star Plunge, C&W Enterprises.” Jordan then detailed a backstory of the Star Plunge hot springs swimming p...
During a recent meeting, County Planner Les Culliton presented some letters regarding the coming February 4 Hot Springs County Commissioners meeting for the remedy hearing of The Tipi Retreat, Michael and Michele Stevens. One letter is from the Planner’s office and the other from the Land Use Planning Commission. The letters were entered into the record but were not read aloud in the meeting. Chairman Tom Ryan said that he didn’t have anything to add to them. “They speak for thems...
Long time Thermopolis resident Bernadine "Bernie" Blacketer was struck and killed by a vehicle being driven on Arapahoe Street last Friday morning. On January 24 around 7 a.m., Thermopolis Police officers responded to the 700 block of Arapahoe Street for the report of an 85-year-old female pedestrian who was struck by a motor vehicle. The female was rushed to the hospital. She succumbed to her injuries. She was identified as Blacketer who lived in the area where she had been hit. At the time of...
At the January 21 Thermopolis Town Council meeting, Mayor Adam Estenson held a public hearing for a variance request for 107 Broadway Street to use an existing foundation and install a modular on top of it. There was discussion about the matter due that the land in the area has not had a final plat with property lines defined and that a survey might be done. The council voted and passed the approval to allow the variance. Town Attorney Marshall Keller presented an ordinance amending the 24 hour alcoholic beverage application and sales permit,...
A Public Hearing on the Hot Springs County Supply Evaluation, Level II study will be held on February 13, at 3 p.m. in the Hot Springs County Annex Meeting Room, 117 N. 4th Street. The Wyoming Water Development Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the above listed project. The commission will also be seeking information as to whether the proposed project functions and services can be served by any person, association or corporation engaged in private enterprise. Representatives of the Water Development Commission, the...
Hot Springs County Assessor Daniel Webber is reminding residential property owners that applications are available to apply for the Long Term Homeowner’s Exemption for 2025 on your property taxes. In order to qualify for the exemption, you must meet all of the following criteria: You must be at least 65 years old by the deadline of May 26, 2025 You must be the legal owner of record of the property you are applying to receive the exemption on as of January 1, 2025 The property for which you are applying for the exemption must be your primary res...
At the January 9 Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce board meeting held at Big Horn Federal, during old business CEO Meri Ann Dorman said the State/Local Civic Bee is “moving forward” and will be a “fun and exciting time.” The Civic Bee will involve essays submitted by sixth through eight grades, who will write about problems in their community and how to fix them. There is first place for $500, second place for $250, and third place for $150 locally. Those will go to the state competition to potentially win $1,000. The state winner...
WY Walks for Seniors On January 31, WY Walks for Seniors is hosting a 45-minute guided tour at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West Museum in Cody beginning at 10 am. Everyone is welcome but only seniors and their caregivers are admitted for free when they join the morning walk and then they have the rest of the day in the museum to stroll. Skyler Ohrt fundraiser There will be a special cookie jar auction fundraiser for Skyler Ohrt on Saturday, February 1 at the fair building. Dinner will be at 5 p.m. and the auction at 6 p.m. Ken Ivy will be...
The Hot Springs Speech and Debate Team continued their impressive season, bringing home a 1A/2A runner-up trophy at the large, dog-themed Roverton Speech and Debate Tournament held at Riverton High School on January 24-25, 2025. Ten students coached by Lyle Wiley, Alyssa Brown, Riley Jeffs, Markie Whitney, and Tyler Kay competed at the tournament that hosted twelve teams and over 280 entries. Bobcat debaters continue to improve as the season progresses. Junior Dean Bihr was tournament runner-up in Lincoln-Douglas debate (losing on a close split...
Barrie Bryant, of Kirby, WY, has been named to the Fall 2024 Chancellor’s List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Dr. Philip Gard will complete his medical residency in June and join the team at Hot Springs Health full-time in August. Gard grew up in Riverton, helping at his familyPhysiology at UW before attending Lake Erie College of Osteopath Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania....
At the January 16 Hot Springs County School District Board of Trustee meeting, Chairman Justin Budd was absent. Therefore Vice Chair Marshall Keller led the meeting and Trustees Bethany Webber, Jean Skelton, Sherman Skelton and Nichole Weyer were present, with Jennifer Axtell arrived later. The trustees voted and passed the approval to reset and use the existing board norms. These are about the protocols in handling discussion and conflict while performing business. During the celebration portion, Thermopolis Middle School Principal Darren...
Pursuant to action taken on January 7, 2025, by the Hot Springs County Board of Commissioners, a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, February at 10:25 a.m. in the commissioner’s meeting room of the County Annex Building located at 115 N. 5th Street. The purpose of the public hearing is to provide a remedy for the Tipi Retreat and Michael and Michele Stevens to address their previous request for a land use change from the Agricultural Land use category to the Commercial Land use category for approximately 10 acres, and allow up to 12 t...
