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The Star Plunge aquatic facility at Hot Springs State Park remains open to the public due to the Wyoming State Parks granting an extension of the expiration of its current management agreement. The agreement was set to expire on Dec. 31, 2024. According to Wyoming State Parks, that two week extension is to allow Star Plunge management additional time to work out a potential sale. The Luehne family sued the state after Wyoming State Parks selected a new operator for the facility, which has been managed by the family since 1975. A Dec. 30 court...
by Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — A citizen-led initiative to slash property taxes for qualified Wyoming homeowners by 50% was certified Friday by Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray to appear on the 2026 general election ballot. The “People’s Initiative to Limit Property Tax in Wyoming through a Homeowner’s Property Exemption,” spearheaded by former gubernatorial candidate Brent Bien, would exempt half of the assessed value of an owner’s primary property from property taxation, as long as the prop...
On Monday, January 6, Judge Bobbi Overfield swore in Kris McNeff as the newly elected (from a previous appointment) Clerk of the District Court and newly elected Hot Springs County Commission Bob Aguiar....
Hot Springs County Assessor Daniel Webber has announced that currently qualified Hot Springs County veterans or their surviving spouse should contact the Assessor’s Office by telephone to renew their Veteran’s Exemption for 2025 on their property taxes. If the applicant will be using the exemption for vehicle licensing, they will need to stop by the Assessor’s Office when they come in the courthouse to renew their registration. The exemption can only be used in one county in Wyoming for the tax year and if you are using it on your prope...
WY Walks for Seniors On January 17, 24 and 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. Participants are encouraged to attend all three dates. Skyler Ohrt Cookie Jar Auction There will be a special cookie jar auction fundraiser for Skyler Ohrt on Saturday, February 1 at the fair...
Do you bring something special to the world and love to entertain people? Enjoy comedy, singing, or performing an amazing piece? Get ready for show time! Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce is hosting Thermopolis Got Talent. That’s right, if you can make people laugh or move them with powerful music, or have some magic to show, or anything that engages the audience, try out for Thermopolis Got Talent. Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place in each category. The categories are: Elementary, Junior High, High School, and 18+. W...
At the December 19 Hot Springs County School District board of trustees meeting, an election of officers was held. Newly elected trustees were present, including Marshall Keller, Justin Budd, Jean Skelton and Nichole Weyer. They were joined by Sherman Skelton, Jennifer Axtell and Bethany Webber. For the election of officers, Marshall Keller nominated Justin Budd for chairman, and Nichole Weyer nominated Jennifer Axtell. Justin Budd, Bethany Webber, Jean Skelton and Marshall Keller voted for Budd for chair. Sherman Skelton, Nichole Weyer and...
There were many memorable things that happened in Hot Springs County in 2024. The following is a look back at an important, unique or interesting story that ran in the Thermopolis Independent Record each week throughout the year. We enjoying covering the happens in our community and look forward to capturing the moments and memories of 2025. Happy New Year! January January 4 At the December Hot Springs County School District #1 board meeting, during the public comments section, Bob Aguiar came to speak about academic statistics and transportati...
Unplug Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 7th & Arapahoe, is hosting Unplug Sunday, January 5 beginning at 5:30 p.m. This month’s performer will be Celtic harpist Heather Logan. The evening will include prayer, poetry, music and a simple supper will follow. Open House Risen Son Christian School and Eagle Nest Daycare will be holding an Open House on Thursday, January 9 at 5 p.m. They will be taking full time enrollments for the school and daycare. Walking tacos and other goodies will be available. You can ask questions and take tours. Historical So...
At the November Hot Springs County Travel & Tourism board meeting, Tourism Director Angie Guyon reported that Pinnacle Bank “is concerned because we are holding too much money in the bank.” The money in total in their accounts is beyond the $250,000 FDIC insured threshold, with the board being about $60,000 over. According to the board’s financial documents at that time, the total amount of money the tourism board had was about $275,000. According to Guyon, per Wyoming Statute, the touri...
At the December 17 Thermopolis Town Council meeting, Town Clerk/Treasurer Tracey Van Huele presented Budget Resolution 582 to account for additional revenue or expenditures that were not planned for. The council voted and passed the approval of the budget resolution. During citizen participation, the council voted and passed the approval of Goose’s 24 hour alcoholic beverage permit for the Thermopolis PRCA Rodeo on December 31 at the fairgrounds. Mayor Adam Estenson held a public hearing for S...
At the December 17 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting held at the annex building, the commissioners voted and passed the approval of the Revenue and Expenditure Report and the Special Accounts Payable Warrant for $15,600 that was for the Community Development Block Grants. Shane Rankin of Road & Bridge requested the Approval of an Approach Agreement for a County Installation of a Culvert in Mud Creek Road. The commissioners voted and passed the approval of the approach agreement....
The January Community Blood Drive will be held at the Senior Citizens Center on Monday, Jan., 6 from 2-6 p.m. and Tuesday, Jan. 7 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. The Blood Drive is sponsored by the HSC Hospital Auxiliary. Walk ins are always welcome, but appointments are encourages. There are still open appointments that need filled so please consider donating. To make an appointment, go to Vitalant.org or contact the Community Blood Drive Coordinator, Melene Mierzejewski for an appointment at 307-240-1414. There is always a need for blood and only...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brooks Jordan, brooks.jordan@wyo.gov Hot Springs State Park's Star Plunge Pending Closure THERMOPOLIS, Wyo. – December 31, 2024 – The Star Plunge aquatic facility at Hot Springs State Park is set to close to the public at the end of this year due to the expiration of its current management agreement. Wyoming State Parks has agreed to extend that expiration by two weeks to allow Star Plunge management additional time to work out a potential sale. Despite the pending closure, the ongoing negotiations create opt... Full story
At the November 19 Hot Springs County Travel & Tourism board meeting, during old business, Chairman Will Robinson said regarding Tourism Director Angie Guyon’s pending tourism director contract, “It’s in the process. We’ve given you the preliminary or the interim one, then have been working on the final draft. We’re working with the attorney on it and getting it just right. We don’t want to leave out anything… We should have that shortly, hopefully within the next couple weeks.” Regarding the c...
In a heartwarming display of community support, Reverend Jami Anderson, a member of the Foundation for the Episcopal Church in Wyoming and Karen Shafer-Parish Administrator of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Thermopolis, presented Hot Springs County School District #1 Superintendent Dustin Hunt with a generous check for $6,950. This donation, made on behalf of the Foundation, will cover the lunch debt of students and families who have been unable to pay remaining balances from the first semeste...
You are invited to volunteer to help with or bring food for the Christmas dinner that will be served Wednesday, Dec. 25 beginning at 12:30 p.m. at the Episcopal Church, 642 Arapahoe St. Meals will be delivered to homes prior to noon. You can sign up for a delivered meal or to eat in at Public Health (864-3311), Chamber of Commerce (864-3192), The Philips Help Center (864-3322), Holy Trinity Episcopal Church (864-3629), Community Federated Church (864-2524) or the HSC Senior Center (864-2151). The dinner is brought to you by People for People...
Several area churches have scheduled dates and times for services near and on Christmas Day. They include: St. Francis Catholic Church – Tues., Dec 24, Christmas Eve Mass at 4 p.m.; Weds., Dec. 25 Christmas Day Mass at 11 a.m. Risen Son Baptist Church – Tues., Dec. 24, Christmas Eve Service at 6 p.m.; Weds., Christmas Day no service. Living Waters Assembly of God – Sunday Dec. 22 Service at 10:30 a.m., and Dec. 24, Christmas Eve candle light service at 6 p.m. Community Federated Church – Christmas Eve Services Tues., Dec. 24, 5 p.m., 7 p.m., a...
The members of the Wyoming Senate and House of Representatives selected their respective leadership and finalized committee assignments for the 68th Wyoming Legislature following party caucuses Nov. 23 and 24. Members of leadership will be formally confirmed, and newly elected legislators will be sworn-in Jan. 14 beginning at Noon, as provided by the Wyoming Constitution. In the Senate, Sen. Bo Biteman (Ranchester) was nominated for President of the Senate; Sen. Tara Nethercott (Cheyenne) was elected Majority Floor Leader; and Sen. Tim Salazar...
At the December 12 Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce board meeting, CEO Meri Ann Dorman and the board discussed the Demolition Derby and whether they would hold it next year or not. There were concerns about the lower attendance in 2024 and with fewer cars participating. Dorman said that they need to hit their budget number and there are worries about breaking even. The derby is a fundraiser for the Chamber. Board member Bradyn Harvey responded that “people will show up anyway” and...
Big Springs FFA Members have been busy serving our community. Part of the FFA motto is “Living to Serve” and that’s exactly what members have been busy doing. FFA members pitched in to purchase a full thanksgiving dinner for a family in town. Each person signed up to bring a specific item and the full meal was delivered to the family just before Thanksgiving. FFA members set a goal to fill 20 boxes for Operation Christmas Child to send Christmas gifts to kids in Mexico. TMS students and staff all helped out and we filled 22 boxes to spread Chri...
Fly Tying Night Out Thermopolis Fly Shop is hosting a night of fly tying Thursday, Dec. 19 from 4-8 p.m. at their new location 540 Arapahoe St. There is no cost for the event and you can bring your own vice or use one of theirs. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, email thermopolisflyshop@gmail.com First Baptist Church events December 20-21, a youth trip fundraiser will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Bring your gifts and they will wrap them for you on a donation basis. A Christmas choir program, “O Little Town of B...
On December 4, the Thermopolis Town Council held a brief meeting at Town Hall. Town Attorney Marshall Keller presented for the third and final reading of the ordinance for the town to not add fluoride into the water treatment plant system. There were no changes from the previous reading. There was a discussion with Mayor Adam Estenson and the council about their reasons for and against the ordinance. Some items of conversation including the government mass introducing fluorides into the...
At the December 4 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting, the commissioners voted and passed the approval of the Account Payable Warrant Register for $486,297.70 and payroll for $226,297.70. Commissioner Phil Scheel recused himself from a portion of the financials. Brian Clarkson and Maddie Ross of Ardurra gave the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) report and said that they ran an automated parcel update for the ArcGIS Online data. They also drew and attributed 2024 septic permits,...
by Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com via Wyoming News Exchange Wyoming’s largest electricity provider, Rocky Mountain Power, has agreed to trim a temporary rate hike for its 144,000 customers. The decision follows pressure from the Wyoming Office of Consumer Advocate and Wyoming Industrial Energy Consumers — a powerful rate-scrutinizing group that accounts for about 70% of the company’s electrical power consumption in the state. The Wyoming Public Service Commission on Monday approved a settlement agreement between the parties that final...
