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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8-year-old Michael Campbell of Sturgis, SD appeared in court in Meade County, SD, last week charged with murder in the second degree after a body was discovered in his home that was believed to be that of missing Upton resident Shayna Ritthaler. Ritthaler, who attended school in Moorcroft and lived south of Upton, disappeared on October 3. Moorcroft Police Department quickly asked for the public’s help in providing information about the 16-year-old, who was last seen entering a black vehicle at the Coffee Cup Fuel Stop at around 12:36 p.m. Acc...
Due to the inclement weather Thursday, the MHS Homecoming festivities, including the parade, were taken indoors. This did not seem to stymie the fun had by the young people, who decorated “mini” floats for the parade line-up. Homecoming Grand Marshal Cynthia Clonch was in her place as the Wolf pack and even a real dog marched along. The assembly traveled on their moderated route through the high school and the MK8 before breaking for a bit of dinner and dodge ball....
At last week’s meeting, Public Works Director Sunny Schell discussed with the Pine Haven Town Council an issue with the town’s garbage pick-up contractor, Victory. The company’s trucks are driving too close to the edge of the pavement, closer than the contractually mandated ten inch safeguard, she said, actually “pushing” and breaking the asphalt and damaging the streets. Schell told the council that she has communicated the problem to Victory repeatedly without resolution. “We’re going to go a...
Moorcroft residents who live on snow routes may have noticed the signage has been changed from the old ordinance saying vehicles were not allowed on the route “if the snow reaches four inches” to new signs reflecting the modified ordinance, saying, “if snow is falling between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.” The realization of this change and enforcement of the ordinance was apparent the morning after the snow storm last week when Moorcroft Police Chief Doug Lundborg and his officers knocked on doors and gave warnings to all those who had not moved their a...
he regular meeting of the town council meeting was relatively uneventful, with one guest seeking a catering permit and the reports short and without surprises. Clerk/Treasurer Cheryl Schneider told the governing body that the town audit review is anticipated by mid November, while the November 11 meeting has been moved to Tuesday, November 12 in respect of Veterans’ Day. Officer Bill Bryant reported for the police department. After he completed his account, Mayor Dick Claar read a letter of commendation written by the chief and presented a C...
Shayna Lin Ritthaler, 16, of Upton, Wyoming, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2019, in the Boal Auditorium at the Upton Elementary School in Upton. A private family burial will be held at the Ritthaler Ranch. Before she was born on July 6, 2003, the sounds of Shayna’s heartbeat coming through a baby monitor filled the room in the Gillette, Wyoming hospital. That sound caused her family to fall hopelessly in love with her before she was even born. From the hospital, she w...
Kevin was born to Roy and Gertie McAulay on August 13, 1957. He was raised on the family farm in Manitoba, Canada. He graduated from high school in 1976. He left the farm and headed west to work in the oil field for Porta Test on offshore rigs. Two years later he was transferred to Evanston, WY, for a year where he met his wife, Rose Mary Meek. They were married in Casper July 24, 1981. They were blessed with a family of three children: Blair, Jesse, and Charlene. After 16 years working for Porta Test, he went to work for Kerr McGee/Devon...
The public is invited to the 12th Annual Community Banquet celebrating the Citizen and Business of the Year, sponsored by the Moorcroft Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC). This community event takes place Saturday, October 18 at the Moorcroft Town Center. Please enter on the west side of the building through the double doors of the gymnasium and proceed left to the library. Social hour starts at 6 p.m. with cash bar and background music. A prime rib dinner follows at 7 p.m. and then the awards ceremony will commence, at which time Business of the...
Sweetwater commissioners suspend part of uranium company loan payment ROCK SPRINGS (WNE) — Sweetwater County commissioners agreed to sign documents last week suspending principal payments for a struggling Sweetwater County uranium mine. Roger Smith, president and chief financial officer of Ur-Energy, came before commissioners to explain difficulties facing the U.S. uranium industry that have affected the Lost Creek mine and to ask them to sign documents that would allow the company to make interest only payments for 18 months on a loan b...
These women are part of the Community Development group in Moorcroft. Though in its infancy, the unit is committed to cleaning up the store fronts of Big Horn Avenue, the town’s “main street”. The assembly has also initiated the “scarecrow contest” in which many individuals and businesses are competing, judges will vote on November 8 for the best one....
On the Sanitary Sewer Main Replacement, Hot Iron is continuing with curb and gutter replacement. This will be followed by concrete pavement patches on Campbell, Crook, Weston and Goshen Streets. Streets in this area will be closed for periods of time as needed for replacement of pavement. Temporary aggregate base patches will be used on Park and Goshen Streets; this is being done since pavement will be removed and replaced on those streets during Phase I of the Powder River Water Main...
Every year, hundreds of our men and women are deployed to serve our country, many of whom are from Wyoming. My name is Natalie Peters and I am a freshman at Moorcroft High School and a member of Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). This year I have chosen a project that is dear to me. My goal is to send 100 care packages to deployed soldiers. With your help and donations, I will be able to put together a box of goodies to send to our deployed soldiers. To start my project off I have contacted the kindergarten and first grade...
Crook County Special Olympics traveled to Casper on October 9 and 10 for their State Games. The fall tournament included 900 athletes, coaches and volunteers. Doubles Bowling Results: Mariah Johnson and Bryce Merchen won Bronze, Chance Duvall and Kamby Schuler won Gold, Evin Anderson and Weston Allred won Silver, Kymberlee Wells and Macie Breaux won Gold. Singles Bowling Results: Chase Garman won Silver, Wade Byrne won Silver, Bren Anderson won Bronze, Spencer Ward won Gold, Jarod Bray won...
The Lady Wolves had another successful week on the volleyball court. The Moorcroft Lady Wolves are on a winning streak, coming out victorious from the last eight matches in a row – and the last three matches have been sweeps. Last Tuesday, we traveled to Upton and got the sweep on the road, winning the match (25-23, 25-22, 25-12). Against Upton, Char Cranston had ten kills; Alyssa Merchen had five; and Kailee Gill had 17 assists. The JV team lost in three sets to Upton. For our Homecoming m...
It was a beautiful evening for football and to cap off Homecoming week on Saturday, as the Wolves took on the Campbell County Sophomores for the 2019 Homecoming game. The Wolves were able score early in the first quarter with two touchdowns, one passing and one receiving. They would score two more times in the first half and the defense held up and didn’t allow the Camels to get on the score board. The Wolves would score one more time in the second half, giving them a 35 to nothing lead and t...
On October 7, police were contacted by a resident who had a complaint of juveniles running a dirt bike and tearing up the grass in the area of Ellis Trailer Court. Officers will attempt to make contact with the juveniles and/or their parents to advise them of the laws. On October 8, police were requested by dispatch to see if there was a vehicle that was involved in a hit and run at the Coffee Cup. Officer received the vehicle info from dispatch and was able to identify the vehicle parked on the west side of the truck stop. Officer gave all inf...
Speeding – Johann A. Panasenko, Gillette, 35/30, $65; Michael D. Coronato, Hulett, 57/45, $105; Kirk L. Jacobson, Gillette, 82/65, $130; Brandon T. Hughes, TX, 77/70, $84; Ted C. Bergan, SD, 79/70, $88; Delenna K. Geving, MT, 79/70, $88; Ashley L. Belin, CO, 80/70, $90; Santiago Aparicio Marquez, CA, 84/70, $115; Brandon N. Eager, 85/70, $120; Debra M. Clark, KY, 85/75, $90; Jonathan A. Kyriaco, ID, 87/75, $105; Elle K. Willis, WA, 94/75, $140; Taylohr J. Terhune, Hulett, 96/75, $150; Talon R. Cooper, Riverton, 87/80, $84 No Seat Belt (...
Oct. 7 – Paper service. Three VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Deputy responded to report of missing person; subject found safe. Deputy investigated a report of a suspicious vehicle. Detention Deputies booked in two subjects. Detention Deputy did three sets of fingerprints for outside employment. Deputy investigated hit and run accident. Deputy investigated dog bite. Deputy responded to theft call. Detention Deputy transported inmate to appointment. Deputy searched for wanted person. Deputy arrested subject on warrant. Deputy assisted Highway P...
Last week, Bring Our Troops Home Wyoming, a veteran-run nonprofit, released plans for a statewide tour to build grassroots support across the state of Wyoming. Late last month, the organization, which focuses on putting a stop to the “endless wars” in the Middle East, kicked off its campaign in Laramie by partnering with the University of Wyoming to donate 100 UW football tickets to veterans and active duty military on Military Appreciation Day. Now the group plans to take their message state-wide to raise awareness among the public. The gro...
