Articles from the March 3, 2022 edition
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Weekend of victory for Wolves
Dayne Humes was crowned champion at state, among several wrestlers who placed this year. The Wolves wrestlers ended their season placing second with 170 team points at the state tournament; as a...
Card of Thanks
Thank You The family of Bonnie “Jean” Wenande would like to thank everyone for their acts of kindness during this sad and difficult time. The calls, cards, flowers, donations to her memorial are very much appreciated. Thank you to Father Bryce... Full story
Edith Shepherd
Edith Shepherd, 90 of Moorcroft, Wyoming, passed away on February 27, 2022. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 11, 2022 at the First Presbyterian Church in Moorcroft. Burial will take place at Black Hills National Cemetery at 2:30... Full story
County artist presents Black Hills Art Gala
Alexandra Hansen, an artist from Aladdin, invites the community to an elegant event this March that aims to introduce the work of new artists from around the Midwest. The Black Hills Art Gala will tak...
Legislative Update
Its mid-morning Monday and I am racing to meet this week’s paper deadline. We have had a crazy busy two weeks of session – now starting the third week at a run. We are finishing the last of the Senate files this morning. Major bills we have...
Engine trouble leads to fatal crash on I-90
A Moorcroft resident was killed on Tuesday in a vehicle crash that took place on the interstate near Moorcroft. The crash occurred when a passenger vehicle collided with a semi truck that was experiencing engine troubles. The incident took place at...
DTNHA Scholarship
First established in 1958, Devils Tower Natural History Association is a non-profit corporation chartered by the United States Congress, to aid the National Park Service with historical, educational and interpretive programs. Our mission is to...
Audit brings bad news
Deidre Budahl, auditor for Casey Peterson and Associates presented her findings from the 2021 audit of the town finances to the council Monday night with warnings and advice. “The town is, I would say, ok for right now, but, I think you guys need...
Council marks moment of change
"We [council members] had some good conversation about it and the new appointee will be Dustin Petz." Moorcroft Mayor Ben Glenn opened the first piece of town business on Monday's agenda with a...
State Briefs
Teenagers plead not guilty in shooting death CHEYENNE (WNE) — Teenage cousins accused in last summer’s shooting death of a 14-year-old pleaded not guilty last week in Laramie County District Court. Xavier Sanchez, 18, of Casper, appeared...
Wolves place second at State
The Wolves wrestled their last season tournament this past weekend at the Wyoming High School Athletic Association State Championships in Casper. Competing in the 2A state class, they placed second...
Lady Wolves bring home Regional championship
The Lady Wolves traveled to Pine Bluffs for the 2A East Regional Tournament on Thursday. Their first opponent was the Lady Rams from Big Horn. Big Horn played with the Wolves in the first half and the Wolves found themselves ahead 23-14 going into...
Wolves split games at Regionals
On Thursday, the Wolves boys basketball team traveled to Pine Bluffs, WY for Regional basketball. The Wolves took on the Tongue River Eagles in the first round late Thursday night. The Eagles jumped out on top early and took a 16-7 lead going into th...
Library News
Starting March 1, all interlibrary loans will be FREE! So if you do not see a book on the shelf in this library, we can see if any other library has it in the state of Wyoming and have it shipped here for you to borrow free of charge! The library...
Youth Library News
Storytime is every Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. for preschool age children. After-school activities every Wednesday afternoon at 4 p.m. Kids Paint class is once a month, please call the library for details. “Maker Friday” on March 25 will be...
Poppy Poster winners
The American Legion Auxiliary #25 has announced the winners of the local poppy poster contest. The first and second place winners have now been sent to District competition. Appreciation to Mrs....
Public Notice
Public Notice Notice is hereby given that the Town of Moorcroft, Wyoming is accepting sealed bids for the Town of Moorcroft garbage contract. Specifications and related bid requirements are available at Town Hall at 104 N. Big Horn Avenue; PO Box 70... Full story
NOTICE OF APPLICATION
NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO AMEND SOURCE MATERIAL LICENSE – STRATA ENERGY, INC. Public Notice Strata Energy, Inc. of Oshoto, Wyoming has applied for an amendment of its Source Material License (WYSUA-1601, Amendment 10) from the Land Quality Division... Full story
Council
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Monday, February 28th, 2022 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmen Dale Petersen, Austin Smith and Paul Smoot Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Cheryl Schneider, Police Chief... Full story