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Articles from the September 26, 2019 edition


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  • Heading north

    Sep 26, 2019

    According to HDR Engineering, at this time, sanitary sewer is has been installed to Campbell Street and is continuing north. It is anticipated that Goshen Street, between Cheyenne and Powder River Avenues, will be closed for sewer installation beginning September 25. The project is anticipated to be substantially complete by early November with final completion prior to Thanksgiving. Alley access will not be available at times when sanitary sewer is being installed and streets in this area will...

  • Town saves cash on fuel

    Grace Moore|Sep 26, 2019

    Moorcroft Public Works Director Cory Allison approached the governing body at a recent meeting requesting permission to change fuel distributors for the diesel stored at the town’s maintenance shop as well as the landfill and used for the town’s heavy equipment. With council approval, Allison changed the cisterns from Farmers Coop to MG Oil two weeks ago. He says that the change incurs no added cost to the town as the three 1000 gallon containers are part of the agreement with the understanding...

  • Neighbor dispute costs Moorcroft

    Grace Moore|Sep 26, 2019

    Approximately three weeks ago, the office and shop of Moorcroft business Glenn Construction lost water service, due, apparently, to a homeowner turning off the tap. Years ago, Glenn’s service was laid across the yard of a neighboring property, as had been done with many water pipes throughout town at the time. Within the water projects of the last several years, the councils involved have initiated corrections of these lines, including the costs in the project grants, saving the town tens of thousands of dollars overall. Glenn’s line was to be...

  • Vetting the MTC

    Grace Moore|Sep 26, 2019

    Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Aubry Turnbough, a former native of Moorcroft, addressed the Town Council at Monday night’s meeting to ask their opinion on allowing her to rent a room and open an animal clinic at the MTC in the future. Turnbough admitted that she does not yet have the details finalized; however, after considering the Moorcroft Town Center, “We have this wonderful community center that probably has some room available and I could use it as a meeting ground for people one nigh...

  • Donna Scott

    Sep 26, 2019

    Funeral service for Donna Scott was held Saturday, September 21, 2019 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 2903 Allen Street, Gillette, WY Bishop Mark Anderson officiated. Interment took place Monday, September 23, 2019 at Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD. Donna Marie (Holwell) Scott, 75, of Gillette passed away on Friday September 13, 2019 of a short illness at Advanced Care Hospital of Montana in Billings. Donna was born May 20, 1944 in Newcastle, Wyoming to William...

  • Cards of Thanks

    Sep 26, 2019

    Thank You The Moorcroft Clinic hosted a school supply drive to benefit the Moorcroft Elementary School. Thank you for the time and effort that went into supporting our kids. Way to go! Crook County Medical Service District Thank You Thank you Crook County community for showing your support at our fair time 50/50 raffles! Because of you Crook County Medical Services District’s newly established Community Action Fund was able to provide much needed prevention support to Crook County Family V...

  • Card of Thanks

    Sep 26, 2019

    Our Thanks In conjunction with Moorcroft Historical Society, I would like to thank the Moorcroft community for their support and participation in the 10th Annual Heritage Round-Up. Thank you to the skilled chuck wagon cooks, specialized demonstrators, gifted musicians and friendly horse and buggy chauffeurs who shared their talents throughout the evening. Special thanks are extended to those who attended this event and offered their support by purchasing tickets and donating to the silent auction and pie auction. We experienced another...

  • Card of Thanks

    Sep 26, 2019

    The family of LeRoy L. Nelson would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all his family who showed love and support to us during this difficult time in our lives. We would like a huge thank you to go to Brenda Gideon of Pine Haven, WY, for letting us honor one of LeRoy’s wishes by having his celebration of life at her establishment “R” Place Bar & Grill. On Labor Day – no less!!! Much appreciated were the visits, phone calls, flowers and cards and of course the food. All these gestures help...

  • State Briefs

    From Wyoming News Exchange Newspapers|Sep 26, 2019

    No patient data at risk in Gillette ransomware attack GILLETTE (WNE) — There is no indication that any patient data was compromised by the Friday ransomware attack that has disrupted Campbell County Health’s computer systems, said Matt Sabus, CCH IT director, in a press conference Monday afternoon. CCH has no estimated time for when its computer systems will be restored after Friday’s ransomware attack, but in the meantime it is continuing to serve patients. During a press conference Monday afternoon, Dr. Nicholas Stamato, chief of medic...

  • Second goat show even more popular

    Sarah Pridgeon|Sep 26, 2019

    It wouldn’t be possible without support from the community, says Tanja Miller of Alpenthal’s Dairy Goats, who organized the Black Hills Dairy Goat Association’s Dairy Goat Show at the fairgrounds over the weekend. This was the second year Crook County hosted its own goat show and, says Miller, numbers were up considerably. “We were bigger this year than last year,” she says. “We had 240 goats and we have two rings, so we actually show 480 animals in less than 12 hours – on top of four showmans...

  • Library News

    Pam Jespersen|Sep 26, 2019

    This week September 22–28 is National Banned Book Week. Here is a list of the following books that are on the list. If you research banned books you will find many more and more books on the challenged list. Most libraries do not pull these books off our shelves, you have the right to read what you want. These are just suggested books. The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Language and sexual reference. The Catcher in the Rye by JD Salinger. Language and content. The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. Profanity. To Kill a Mockingbird by H...

  • Letters to the Editor

    Sep 26, 2019

    Government needs to reunite savings bonds with rightful owners By Wyoming State Treasurer Curt Meier During my time as Treasurer, I have seen thousands of individuals across the State of Wyoming locate money being held by our Unclaimed Property Division. Some of these checks have been in the six-figure range, and the rightful owner may not have ever been paid if not for the Unified Unclaimed Property laws in our great state. I have seen first-hand how effective this program can be, yet our federal government doesn’t want to turn over nearly $...

  • Lady Wolves fight hard against Big Horn

    Katie Williams|Sep 26, 2019

    he Moorcroft Lady Wolves started strong last Saturday against Big Horn, winning the first two sets, staying aggressive on offense and putting up a strong block. As the close match continued, Big Horn battled back and won the match in the fifth set. The scores were extremely close (26-24, 25-16, 23-25, 24-26, 11-15). I am so proud of how hard this team worked during this match; these players fought for every point. The very first point of the match, our starting libero, Tianne Fischbach was...

  • Top ten placements for cross country girls

    Mary Hunter|Sep 26, 2019

    The Wolves traveled to Sheridan for the Michelle Ludwig Invite Cross Country Meet this weekend. The three ladies who competed at the race fought howling winds and chilly conditions and pressed on to place in the top ten, earning a meet T-shirt. Mallory Jones came in third place out of 104 runners with the time of 12:24.02 in the middle school 3000 meter race; Hailey Jones ran next and came in fourth place out of 52 runners with the time of 19:57.17 in the varsity 5000 meter race; Katelynn Blakeman ran in the JV race following the varsity races...

  • Windy weekend for golfers

    Arlie Hulm|Sep 26, 2019

    All in all, it was a tough weekend for golf with very windy, chilly conditions, which makes it tough to play. We had a little of everything from highs to lows. Payton Timberman was one stroke off his personal best the first round while his teammates experienced the opposite. In the second round, Caden Connally stayed consistent and ended up splitting seventh and eighth, to receive all-state honors. The kids did a great job, they hung in there and stayed competitive. The athletes had a great time this fall and we’re looking forward to spring g...

  • Wolves fall to Bobcats

    Sep 26, 2019

    The Wolves traveled to Thermopolis this last Friday, where the Bobcats scored early and often against the pack. Final score Thermopolis 68 Wolves 0. The Wolves look to regroup over this next week as they take on Newcastle Friday night at 6 p.m. in Newcastle....

  • Moorcroft Police Report

    Sep 26, 2019

    On September 17, police were notified of a suspicious vehicle parked by the employee parking area at Coffee Cup with a man sitting inside of the vehicle. Officer responded and, once at Coffee Cup, made contact with two people in the vehicle. They had chosen to park at the Coffee Cup to rest. Officer ran their information and found out they were both suspended. Officer advised them that neither could drive the vehicle as they were both suspended. They agreed to have a friend come and get them. Nothing further. On September 17, a resident came...

  • Circuit Court

    Sep 26, 2019

    Speeding – Cheryl Y. Brannan, Gillette, 28/20, $85; Casey Schomer, Gillette, 29/20, $85; (minor), Gillette, 30/20, $85; Amy Anderson, Gillette, 33/20, $85; Garrett T. Michael, Gillette, 35/30, $85; Emily B. Muller, Gillette, 39/30, $85; Stephen D. Gray, Casper, 40/30, $85; Richard J. Loya, Gillette, 41/30, $85; Noel M. Ornelas, Gillette, 41/30, $110; Ryan White, Gillette, 41/30, $110; Jocelyn Tran, CA, 50/30, $145; Laura S. Swendson, CA, 57/45, $105; Rodney B. Middleton, MO, 63/45, $145; Mickey J. Fisher, Sundance, 68/50, $135; Steven L. S...

  • "Barn yard" hydrants

    Grace Moore|Sep 26, 2019

    Private hydrants or “barn yard” hydrants have been illegal for many years within town limits. There are, however, a number of these fire plugs remaining throughout the municipality belonging to private citizens. Like many of Moorcroft’s municipal laws, the town is still catching up on enforcement or removal of the ordinances as they come up. The reason for this ordinance, though, is safety, so the council chooses enforcement. These old hydrants have no backflow preventer, explained Public Works Director Cory Allison at Monday night’s council...

  • Alternative Program students visit traveling Genghis Khan exhibit

    Rebecca Maupin|Sep 26, 2019

    ver wonder who the greatest empire builder of the world was? The students in the Alternative Program at Hulett are studying just that, by comparing many leaders throughout history including Attila the Hun, Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and Genghis Khan, to name a few. While researching these greats, one student came across a traveling exhibit of Genghis Khan in Bozeman, Montana featuring over 200 artifacts from the 13th century Mongolian Empire. Aside from controlling the largest land mass...