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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Last Thursday, the Moorcroft High School (MHS) student body and staff celebrated a year’s worth of hard work and accomplishment with drinks and snacks in the building’s common area. The Wyoming Department of Education has shared the results of their examination of students’ overall performance in schools throughout the state and, while all of Crook County scored well, MHS scored highest, exceeding the state average and expectations. While the determining scores are based to some extent on ACT and WY-TOPP scores, the department also exami...
The Pine Haven first responders, including the volunteer fire department and EMS, attended a Life Flight training exercise last Saturday morning. Fire chief Bob Rudichar explains why this class is important to them. “This will give our fire department an opportunity to talk directly to the pilot and have them explain to us their operational standards and policies so that we know what he wants us to do when they come in to keep everybody safe,” he says. Coordinator Don Lancaster adds, “We...
Residents may notice the absence this winter of weekend snow plowing on the municipal streets. Due to the tightening of Moorcroft’s 2018/2019 fiscal belt, the budget for plowing has been squeezed a bit as well. Despite the issue of whether people want the snow pushed to the sides or into the middle, Moorcroft has enjoyed relatively clear winter time roadways around town for the last several years. However, this is going to change this winter; there will be no plowing of the streets during the weekends as such work is considered overtime and t...
Alberta June Camblin Cox has risen from this world and left behind her beloved Pumpkin Buttes and many memories. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at the age of 91. Alberta, “Berta,” “Bert,” “Bertie June” Camblin came into this world on June 9, 1928 as the seventh of eight children born to Christina and Earl Camblin at their ranch at the base of the Pumpkin Buttes south of Gillette, Wyoming. Following her “Daddy” around, riding horses, attending country school and getting into mischief kept her busy through the eighth grad... Full story
Karen Mae Cooper, 77 of Sundance, Wyoming, passed away on September 3, 2019. Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2019, at Fidler-Roberts & Isburg Funeral Chapel in Sundance. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to the Crook County Senior Service, PO Box 648, Sundance, WY 82729 and Sundance Assisted Living. Arrangements are under the care of Fidler-Roberts & Isburg Funeral Chapel of Sundance. Online condolences may be written at www.fidler-isburgfuneralchapels.com A full obituary was previously... Full story
Thank You The Pine Haven Chamber wants to thank “R” Place Bar and Grill for sponsoring the Halloween party and Paradise Foods for their donation. Thank you. Pine Haven Chamber...
In last week’s edition of the Moorcroft Leader, on the front page under the heading “Council catches up on town business”, the second paragrapah seemingly suggests that the town insurance company is planning to pay for all of the roof damage on the MTC. In fact, while the company will be paying for roof damage, the amount will be minimal.... Full story
Dear Editor, The CCMSD (Crook County Medical Services District) Board regular meeting took place on October 29, 2019. I would like to share a few positive items from that meeting and from things we’ve done this year. Strategic planning meeting October 18, 2019. Twenty-three “stakeholders” from the community, staff, board, etc., took part in the meeting. The trainers worked with us to set short-term and long-term goals for the Hospital District and medical area. We had very positive input from those attending. We would like to thank all who atte...
Body found near in Park Co., murder suspect arrested POWELL (WNE) — A hunter stumbled upon a woman’s body about halfway between Cody and Meeteetse on Saturday afternoon — and authorities say she appears to have been the victim of a homicide. A suspect was arrested in connection with the case on Saturday night, the Park County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday. However, the agency’s brief news release did not identify the man who is in custody or name the deceased. Law enforcement officials indicated that they believe the woman was killed in sou...
CASPER — State lawmakers are considering a slight tax increase on alcohol sales in Wyoming in an effort to raise nearly $2 million in funding for treatment programs across the state. The proposed tax increase – which would be the state’s first such increase since Prohibition – would essentially double minuscule taxes already imposed on beer, hard liquor and wine in Wyoming through July 1, 2024. These taxes are paid on top of the state’s existing sales taxes, an amount which, according to a 2007 issue brief from the Legislative Service O...
CHEYENNE — Medicaid expansion could be back up for debate in the Wyoming Legislature’s 2020 session, as lawmakers will consider a bill to expand the program during a Joint Revenue Interim Committee meeting in just over a week. Though initially divisive after the federal adoption of the Affordable Care Act in 2010, 36 states have either fully expanded or are in the process of expanding Medicaid to uninsured people whose incomes are at or below 138 percent of the federal poverty level. Three neighboring states – Idaho, Nebraska and Utah – app...
Superintendent Amnesty Kochanowski announces the selection of Nickolos “Nick” Myers as Interpretation and Education Program Manager of Devils Tower National Monument. He started work on October 17. “We are thrilled to welcome Nick to the nation’s first national monument,” Kochanowski says. “He is a strong leader and skilled communicator. Nick’s commitment to enhancing and building relationships will serve the park and community well.” As Interpretation and Education Program Manager, Myers will oversee visitor services such as managing the vi...
Pine Haven celebrated Halloween with style Thursday night with the fun centralized around one block. Sarah Lewis of the Pine Haven Recreation Board and associate Jenny Chatfield entertained around 35 ghouls, goblins, mice and super heroes at town hall with cookie decorating and games. Lewis later said, “There were fantastic costumes [and it was a really fun evening.” The food was donated by Pokey’s BBQ and Paradise Foods, cakes and sweets were provided by the community and goodie bags for kids w...
Our offices will be closed Monday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Deadline for the November 14 Wyoming Pioneer will be noon on Friday, November 8. The Moorcroft Leader and The Sundance Times will have the usual deadline of noon on Tuesday....
The Lady Wolves had an amazing performance at the NE Regional Tournament over the weekend. The Wolves started out strong, upset the #2 seed Glenrock and got the sweep in three sets, Moorcroft 3 Glenrock 0 (25-11, 25-22, 25-19). The next match was against #2 ranked in the state, Wright. The Wolves fought for every point and lost, Wright 3 Moorcroft 1 (25-27, 27-25, 25-11, 25-15). Moorcroft won the first set and every other set was close. We competed with one of the top teams in the state and I...
For the last regular season game of the year, the Wolves played host to the Glenrock Herders. The evening included Senior Night and Pink Night as well. With the hope of playoffs out, the Wolves had one thing to play for and that was ending the seniors’ careers on a victory over the Herders, which they hadn’t been able to do in previous years. The seniors were set on this mission with three of the six seniors playing offensive line to fill in some holes due to some early injuries. Two of them normally play out as wide receiver, they knew thi...
Eastern Wyoming College President Lesley Travers and other EWC leaders will be at Moorcroft High School on Thursday, November 7, 2019, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. to solicit input on a strategic plan to guide Eastern Wyoming College for the next five years. This is just one of many sessions which have been held throughout the EWC service area this fall. “These sessions are very important for us to create a strong five-year plan that includes these outreach areas,” Travers stated. “These meetings will help us set priorities and areas of focus that are i...
The University of Wyoming horse judging team won the collegiate division of the U.S. National Arabian Horse Show in Tulsa, OK, in its first competition of the season Friday, October 25. “This was the first time UW had ever been to that particular contest,” said team coach Lacey Lindsay. “We made our debut, and the team was awesome.” Six teams of five members each and 40 individuals competed in the collegiate division. Results were: Team First overall, first in performance, second in halter...
Moorcroft FCCLA is collecting items to fill Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes. These shoeboxes will be sent to children in need around the world. All items must be new and no breakables, candy, gum, or war related items. Items can be dropped off at the High School for Ms. Sams before November 12. Some suggested items are: pencils, sharpeners, pens, colored pencils, small notebooks, loose-leaf paper, rulers, solar calculators, small musical instruments, small stuffed animals, socks, hats, toothbrushes, bar soap, washcloths, combs, sunglasses,...
On October 28, police were contacted to assist an elderly gentleman who had fallen down onto the ground and couldn’t get back up. Officer arrived at the residence and helped the man back up and onto his couch. No injuries seen or reported. Officer cleared. On October 29, police were requested to do a welfare check on a local resident. Officer arrived at the residence and spoke with the man in question. The subject was showing numerous signs of paranoia and schizophrenia and officer took them into custody for a mental health evaluation. O...
Oct. 28 – Seven VIN checks. Detention Deputy did fingerprints on three subjects for outside employment. Detention Deputy did prisoner transport. Deputy assisted another agency. Deputy assisted Highway Patrol. Deputy canine did sniff. Deputy removed debris from roadway. EMS call. Fire call. Oct. 29 – Detention Deputy did fingerprints on subject for outside employment. Deputy did business check. Deputies did welfare check. Deputy assisted Hulett Police Department on VIN check. Deputy investigated suspicious circumstances. Oct. 30 – Two VIN check...
8; Denise L. Rathbun, Sundance, 80/65, $120; Eric R. Sigmond, SD, 79/70, $88; Glen M. Wise, Upton, 79/70, $88; Russell A. Prince IV, Newcastle, 80/70, $90; Tyler S. Douglas, Upton, 82/70, $105; Ever G. Estrada Lopez, CO, 86/70, $125; Rosa I. Ojeda, Evanston, 84/70, $115; Keith L. Gramkow, SD, 85/70, $120; Sheila C. Snapp, Casper, 81/75, $82; William D. Leonard, Gillette, 85/75, $90; Lisa May Durgin, Gillette, 85/75, $90; Jamie K. Davidson, SD, 85/75, $90; Jorge R. Martinez, CO, 88/75, $130; Shawniece N. Johnson, Gillette, 89/75, $125; Dillan...
Violations: Jesus P. Marquez, MN, Speeding 44/30, $80; Peter V. Falcetti, CT, Speeding 44/30, $80; Fabiola G. Lara, Gillette, WY, No Child Safety Restraint, $20; Speeding 50/30, $110; Holly E. Lawson, CA, Speeding 44/30, $80; Harry Steve Ruth, GA, Speeding 53/30, $125; Mark E. Thomas, Pine Haven, WY, Speeding 30/20, $55; Pamela S. Shaw, IN, Speeding 34/20 – School Zone, $255; Tommy A. Payne, FL, Speeding 45/30, $85; Steve M. Wood, CA, Speeding 47/30, $95; Darold W. Hulke, MN, Speeding 46/30, $90; Benjamin S. Crosby, NH, Speeding 44/30, $80; M...
