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Articles from the July 23, 2020 edition


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  • Show and Shine has successful second year

    Grace Moore|Jul 23, 2020

    The second annual Show and Shine car show in Pine Haven, hosted by Lakeview Carwash owners Mark and Sharon Coleman was a great hit last Saturday with over 200 guests and 63 entries. There were vendors selling beer and snacks, but lunch was prepared and served by Mark and friend Kelly Lang, who cooked brisket, hamburgers and hotdogs throughout the day’s event to feed the hungry contestants and visitors, according to Sharon. Show and Shine categories and winners are as follows: People’s cho...

  • Firework fundraiser sees increased returns

    Grace Moore|Jul 23, 2020

    The numbers are in for this summer’s fireworks over Keyhole, the Pine Haven Volunteer Fire Department’s largest annual fundraiser and Fire Chief Don Lancaster shared this and other news with the council at last Tuesday’s meeting. Through donations via mail, the department made $7245; attendees put $8198.56 into the boots; and the town contributed $2500, bringing the total donations to $15,738.56. The fireworks cost $9000, leaving $9238.56 for department needs. This is a 38% increase from last year’s total of $4148.58. This event enables...

  • Schools await guidance on face masks

    Sarah Pridgeon|Jul 23, 2020

    School is still a few weeks away but, for parents planning the annual shopping trip for classroom equipment, whether or not there will be a need for face coverings has come into question. While the pandemic remains ongoing and state-level guidance continues to change, Superintendent Mark Broderson says it’s not possible to be sure whether students will need to wear masks, or how much of the day they may need to wear them for. “The district will follow recommendations from Public Health based on current cases and trends in the com...

  • Ambulance gets its gurney

    Grace Moore|Jul 23, 2020

    EMT Barb Hardy reported to the Pine Haven Town Council at Last Tuesday’s meeting that, after more than three years working toward getting a motorized gurney for the town ambulance, the goal has been achieved. The hydraulic gurney will provide a safer operating system for the first responders. “It is to mitigate the lifting and possible injuries of our EMTs and firefighters who have to lift the gurney. It’s a safety issue.” EMS has been working diligently through fundraising events and seeking...

  • Collin Jones

    Jul 23, 2020

    Collin Jones was the kind of friend that everyone wishes they had, the kind of guy who would do anything for anyone with no questions asked nor any expectations of anything in return other than a smile of appreciation. His outgoing and charismatic personality could turn a stranger into a forever friend. Collin’s smile came from his heart – sometimes a little mischievous, his smile was also know to get him into a little “fun” trouble – he did love having a good time when he wasn’t working at 150% because 100% to any job was never enough for...

  • Committee chair touts mill levy for seniors

    Grace Moore|Jul 23, 2020

    Political Action Committee Chair Terry Wilkerson, representing the Crook County Senior Services (CCSS), strongly advocated the 1% mill levy that will appear on the ballot this November before Pine Haven’s governing body at last Tuesday’s meeting. Wilkerson explained that, while CCSS also utilizes state and federal grants, “This mill levy allows the continuation of the programs and services provided for the seniors.” He noted a letter recently received from the state offices informing him that the state grants is facing a 20% cut this year. Many...

  • You are cordially invited

    Grace Moore|Jul 23, 2020

    Pine Haven Councilwoman Karla Brandenburg, along with the Pine Haven Chamber of Commerce, invites everyone to attend the open forum on August 4, at the Pine Haven Community Center at 6 p.m. This event will allow people interested in getting better acquainted with candidates running for Crook County Commissioner including incumbent Kelly Dennis and Bob Latham as well as incumbent Tyler Lindholm and Chip Neiman, who are both running for House District #1. Candidates for Senate were invited, but at the time of this report, had not yet responded....

  • MK-8 student recognized for artwork

    Jul 23, 2020

    Twelve Wyoming students from across the state were recognized for their artwork in Cheyenne on July 13 by Governor Mark Gordon. The celebration acknowledged their achievement in art and excellence in interpreting agriculture and natural resource concepts. Among the student artists recognized was Stella Waliezer, who recently completed the fifth grade in Joy Sheehan’s class at Moorcroft K-8 school. Waliezer’s bookmark was sponsored by First Northern Bank of Wyoming. Waliezer explained that the...

  • State Briefs

    From Wyoming News Exchange Newspapers|Jul 23, 2020

    Cheyenne woman sentenced for throwing two-month-old daughter CHEYENNE (WNE) — A woman who pleaded guilty to throwing her two-month-old daughter in a ditch was sentenced Monday to seven to ten years in prison, suspended for five years probation, by Laramie County District Judge Steven Sharpe. Lillian Jeffrey was charged with one count of aggravated child abuse in connection with the incident in December 2017. She was also ordered to pay $17,260 and given credit for 538 days of jail time. On Dec. 9, 2017, Jeffery is accused of throwing her b...

  • Youth Library News

    Lacey Rasco|Jul 23, 2020

    New Arrivals! K-3 Spies in Disguise: Lance Saves the World by Tomas Palacios, The Camping Trip by Jennifer K. Mann, Sorry (Really Sorry) by Joanna Cotler, Lift by Minh Le, How Long is Forever? By Kelly Carey, Outside In by Deborah Underwood, Spotting differences Cheetah or Leopard? (non-fiction) by Kirsten Chang, Little Lucy by Ilene Cooper, The Fort by Laura Perdew, Wild About Dads by Diana Murray, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Mom Tiger’s New Job by Alexandra Schwartz, Juvenile Wings of Fire: The Dark Secret (book 4) by Tui T. Sutherland, Sew...

  • Card of thanks

    Jul 23, 2020

    Thank You The Moorcroft Volunteer Fire Department would like to give a huge thank you to everyone for make the Jubilee BBQ a success this year. We had a record number of visitors come through the food line. We want to say a special thanks to Dan Grace and volunteers that helped with cooking the meat and to Diehl’s Supermarket for helping get all the groceries ready. Donations are what helps keep our men and women prepared to handle all types of situations. In the last few months we have received several donations from many including Langdon, C...

  • UW Dean's and Dean's Freshman Honor Rolls

    Jul 23, 2020

    The University of Wyoming lists six students from Crook County on the 2020 spring semester academic Dean’s and Dean’s Freshman Honor Rolls. Students are: Yuli D. Viergets of Beulah; Amber Kaplan, Taylor Olivia Kennah and Alberto Mastrovito of Hulett; Chace Sterling Peterson of Moorcroft; Aaron M. Kanode of Sundance. The honor rolls consist of regularly enrolled undergraduates above freshman standing who earned a 3.4 or better grade-point average, and freshmen who have earned a 3.25 or better grade-point average. To be eligible, students mus...

  • UW Provost's Honor Roll

    Jul 23, 2020

    The University of Wyoming lists six students from Crook County on the 2020 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll. Students are: Jonathan Tinsley of Aladdin; Sara J. Thomas of Hulett; Faith Marie Sanderson and Kerry T. Zimmerschied of Moorcroft; Aspen Harris of Pine Haven; Kelsie Jade Loken of Sundance. 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....

  • Library News

    Pam Jespersen|Jul 23, 2020

    The library is open, space is limited but so far we haven’t met our numbers so come on in. You can always call if you need books, we will be happy to do curbside. The phone number is: 756-3232. There are give away books out on the steps, feel free to take what you want. We are not taking donations at this time due to the covid-19 status. We are taking extra precautions with our books to keep them safe for you. NEW BOOKS The Splendid and The Vile by Erik Larson A Saga of Churchill, family, and defiance during the blitz Spy by Danielle Steel I...

  • Moorcroft Police Report

    Jul 23, 2020

    On July 13, officer unlocked a vehicle for an owner who had locked the keys in their vehicle. On July 14, police noticed a suspicious vehicle at the Moorcroft Town Center. Officers checked the building and surrounding area, no one was located. Vehicle was later gone from the area. On July 15, police received a REDDI report and complainant stated the vehicle and driver were at Coffee Cup. Officers contacted the driver who was found to not be intoxicated. Nothing further. On July 15, police were asked to check the welfare of a person who was park...