The Voice of the Community Since 1909, Serving Moorcroft and Pine Haven, Wyoming
The Voice of the Community Since 1909, Serving Moorcroft and Pine Haven, Wyoming
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Skeeter the Clown (Tina Bausch) stopped by the library to entertain kids and teach a bit of history about the American circus as they celebrate the 229th anniversary of this unique traveling show in this country. Bausch is an ambassador for the Culpepper and Merriweather Circus that will be in town on July 6. She reminds folks of the fun and excitement of the Big Top and invites everyone to the raising of the Big Top Wednesday morning at 9:30....
Moorcroft trailer park owners accepted the invitation from the council to a workshop on Monday before the regular council meeting to discuss the decision the town must reach regarding utility fees. The concern has been a lack of fairness, leading to a situation where residents are not all paying the same share of the water investment fees. Mayor Ben Glenn opened the discussion, stating, "We're all familiar with this, we've had a lot of discussion on this for the last several years. Tonight is...
Quite often, the most important part of any program – the behind-the-scenes stuff – is conducted by volunteers. This is very much the case in Moorcroft, with many volunteer activities available for those who are interested in getting involved with their community. A great way to meet other like-minded individuals is to get out and join in. Moorcroft has a place for everyone. Volunteering is a great family effort, too; teaching youths the importance of stepping up and giving them the confidence t...
A family graveside memorial will be held on Saturday, July 2 at 11 a.m. followed by a luncheon at the Moorcroft Presbyterian Church at high noon. The community is welcome to attend the luncheon to reminisce of Bill's life well lived. Willis A. "Bill" Hughes, 100, longtime resident and businessman from Moorcroft, Wyoming passed away on January 12, 2022, at the Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center located in Gillette, Wyoming after a long battle with Father Time, with his son Doug and daughter-in-law Lee at his side. Bill is survived by his... Full story
Again this year, the organizers are trying to get all 50 state flags represented horseback in the Jubilee Parade. Last year was the first year they actually accomplished it. Charlene Huckins wants to do it again! “If you would like to help us, call or text 307-761-2700,” she says....
Story time is every Wednesday morning at 10 a.m., geared toward preschool age children, however everyone is welcome. Kids Paint class is once a month, participants must sign up, please call the library at 307-756-3232 for details. The “Oceans of Possibilities” Summer Reading Program is June 7-13. Come to the library to register. Story time will take place at Robinson Park during Summer Reading. Summer Reading Program activities include Kids Zumba, art workshop, story time in the park, STEM days, Kids Paint Class and a BBQ to conclude the progra...
The University of Wyoming lists three students from Crook County on the 2022 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll. Students are: Jonathan Tinsley of Aladdin, Yuli D. Viergets of Beulah and Edward Robinson of Pine Haven. The Provost’s Honor Roll consists of undergraduates who have completed at least six but fewer than 12 hours with a minimum 3.5 grade-point average for the semester....
Former Little League treasurer accused of stealing nearly $30K pleads guilty to felony theft GILLETTE (WNE) — A Campbell County man accused of stealing nearly $30,000 from Gillette Little League while he was the club’s treasurer has pleaded guilty to felony theft. Rory Geis, 40, reached a plea agreement June 16 in which he agreed to plead guilty to felony theft. The prosecution agreed to dismiss a second count of felony theft. In exchange for the guilty plea, the state recommends a suspended four- to six-year sentence with a 30-day split sen...
Crook County Libraries are joining with the Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites & Trails to offer the "Check-Out State Parks Library Program." Backpacks can be checked out at any of our Crook County Library locations – Sundance, Moorcroft and Hulett. Library patrons can check out a backpack and day use State Parks pass for up to two weeks. The pass provides entry into any Wyoming State Park or Historic Site. Each backpack includes binoculars, magnifying glass, bug jar, compass and field guides to explore Wyoming's wildlife, geology and more. E...
The Beautification Alliance of Pine Haven is back at it for the summer. We have awarded "Yard of the Month of June" to Wade and Sarah Buxcell at 15 Spruce St. Wade and Sarah Buxcell have two young children, Jacob and Audrey. Wade works for EOG resources as an operator. Sarah is a Registered Nurse at CC Health. Wade and Sarah were awarded on their other home at 271 Pine Haven Rd in 2008. They still own and rent it with the beautiful yard they landscaped to enjoy. They bought the new place we are...
In last week’s issue, page 2, Recognition (continued), painter Steff Mummert would like to clarify that, “It was stated by Karla Brandenburg that paintings I did of the Pine Haven Fire in 2021 will hang in the Pine Haven Community Center. While I appreciate the recognition, it should be noted that these four paintings had originally been purchased by Sharon Coleman and 100% of those proceeds were donated to the Pine Haven Fire Auxiliary. Sharon then donated the paintings to the Community Center....
Crook County School District #1 Notice is hereby given that the Crook County School District #1 Board of Trustees issued warrants for the following bills exceeding $500.00 at the regular meeting of the board held on June 20th, 2022, at SUNDANCE, WYOMING. To Whom Paid Purpose of Expenditure Amount General Fund 2 GUYS DECO INC Replace Carpet $ 9,764.54 21 ELECTRIC Electrical Repairs $ 1,007.50 A & B WELDING SUPPLY CO INC Teaching Supplies $ 1,151.12 ACKERMAN, BRANDON B Isolation $ 728.32 ALL AROUND HARDWARE LLC Supplies $ 648.74 AMAZON.COM... Full story
SECOND PUBLICATION Public Notice Black Hills Bentonite, LLC of Casper, Wyoming has applied for a mining permit from the Land Quality Division of the Department of Environmental Quality for the State of Wyoming. The mining permit area for the mining of bentonite will be located in: Section 16, Township 50 North, Range 66 West, Crook County, Wyoming. The Keyhole State Project is approximately two (2) miles to the Southeast of the town of Pine Haven, Wyoming, and approximately fifteen (15) miles to the Northwest of the town of Upton, Wyoming. The... Full story
The Wyoming Public Service Commission (Commission) approved the Application of Black Hills Wyoming Gas, LLC d/b/a Black Hills Energy (BHWG or the Company) to implement an increase of $0.0022 per therm in the Company’s Revenue Adjustment Mechanism (RAM) rate. The Commission’s approval of BHWG’s rate change is subject to notice, protest, intervention, refund, change, further investigation, opportunity for hearing and further order of the Commission. The RAM rate applies to BHWG’s approximately 133,277 Residential, Small, Medium, and Large G... Full story
PUBLIC NOTICE The Wyoming Public Service Commission (Commission) approved the Application of Black Hills Wyoming Gas, LLC d/b/a Black Hills Energy (BHWG or the Company) to establish a total purchased gas cost rate of $0.8472 per therm, representing an increase of $0.2880 per therm, effective on and after June 1, 2022. The rate is applicable to 69,810 customers, including all Cheyenne and Cody Division customers as well as all Choice Gas customers in the Casper, Gillette, and Torrington Divisions who have elected to take service under the Gas... Full story
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Crook County School District #1 is requesting proposals for Audio and Intercommunication System Upgrades in four (4) district schools. RFP documents are available at: CCSD #1 Central Office 122 State Highway 585 Sundance, Wyoming 82729 Or by emailing: [email protected] There will be a mandatory Pre-bid Meeting/ walkthrough on Thursday, July 7th at 8 AM, at the Sundance Secondary School at 1016 E. Cleveland St. in Sundance, Wy. Directly followed by a walkthrough at the Hulett School, Moorcroft Secondary School and Moorcroft... Full story
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Monday, June 27th, 2022 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmen Austin Smith and Paul Smoot Absent: Dale Petersen and Dusty Petz Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Cheryl Schneider, Attorney Pat Carpenter, Police Chief Bill Bryant, Deputy Clerk Jodi Clark, HDR Engineer Heath Turbiville Mayor Glenn called the meeting to order at 7:09 pm with the Pledge of Allegiance being said. Krissy Hinkhouse was present to discuss the upcoming fundraising events for community member Bubba E... Full story
NOTICE OF HEARING ON BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a public hearing on the final budget for Eastern Wyoming Board of Cooperative Educational Services (EW BOCES) for the 2022-2023 fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, which is now being considered by the EW BOCES Board, will be held in the Tebbet Classroom Building, room T110, on Eastern Wyoming College's main Torrington, Wyoming campus, on the 7th day of July, 2022, 12:30 p.m., at which time any and all persons may appear and be heard. Call to arrange for access via teleconference... Full story
Crook County Farm Bureau Federation is hosting a local candidate forum at the RAM Center at 6:30 p.m. on Thurs., July 14. The RAM Center is located at 18048 US Hwy 14. Senate District 1 candidates as well as Crook County Commissioner candidates will be in answering questions. Moderating the event will be David Iverson of Cowboy State Politics. Water and cookies will be provided by Farm Bureau and the Republican Women. Please send potential questions for the candidates to Diana Burian at [email protected]....
