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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During last week's town council meeting, Public Works Director Scott Green informed the council that a fire occurred in the early morning of Saturday, November 9 at the Moorcroft Town Center. According to Green, "The previous morning, the auger for boiler 2 broke." This auger moves coal from the storage bin to the boiler. After the fire, the auger was repaired and is currently up and running. In a later interview, Green stated that they are in the process of moving the affected coal to the...
After their discussion with Horizon executives Josh Leonard, Mike Tason and Trevor Crow and final consideration of comments and concerns previously expressed by residents, Pine Haven's planning and zoning (P and Z) board made the decision on Monday night to recommend that the council allow the installation of the Horizon Communications tower This recommendation will be made at the December meeting of the governing body. The full board attended the P and Z meeting, with many seats filled by inter...
At last Wednesday's meeting, Councilman Dale Petersen brought up an ongoing issue regarding parking on snow routes when there is no snow. According to Petersen, "I don't like the idea that we're closing all the streets down...when there is no snow forecasted for weeks." Moorcroft Police Chief Bill Bryant spoke about the simplicity of the enforcement of the current snow route law. According to Byrant, "We have put some warnings on cars". Warnings have been issued to cars to inform the resident...
Speeding - Elizabeth Meyer, Hot Springs, SD, 74/70, $10; Mason Rockafellow, Moorcroft, WY, 75/70, $15; Marcos Ramirez, Mission, TX, 75/70, $15; John Bailly, Casper, WY, 80/75, $15; Katie Strohschein, Wright, WY, 80/75, $15; Benjamin Kostka, Charles City, IA, $80/75, $15; Aaron Smoot, Bozeman, MT, 80/75, $15; Travis Forester, Gillette, WY, 86/75, $115; Marcus McDougald, Hamburg, AR, 94/80, $130; Kay Leigh Anderson, Apple Valley, MN, 44/30, $130; Matthew Lengfelder, Powell, WY, 89/75, $130; Kevin Findley, Butte, MT, 91/75, $140 Child Safety...
On Nov. 13, a parent reported to the police that their child was being blackmailed on social media. The officer spoke to the parents and the juvenile, advising them to block the account and never send money. Nothing further. On Nov. 15, officers responded to a medical call to assist the Moorcroft ambulance service. Nothing further. On Nov. 15, an officer assisted individuals needing emergency funds. On Nov. 15, an officer took a report for an individual missing their wallet, which contained all of their identification cards. On Nov. 15,...
Nov. 11 – Crash. Animal complaint. Business checks. House watch. Project lifesaver. Suicidal subject. Suspicious person. Three traffic stops. Nov. 12 – Business checks. Five paper services. Traffic hazard. Four traffic stops. Seven VIN checks. Nov. 13 – Four VIN checks. Paper service. Fraud complaint. Suspicious circumstance. Accident. Animal complaint. EMS page. Fire page. Nov. 14 – Two VIN checks. Traffic stops. Two paper services. Two business checks. Assist other agency. Traveler’s aide. Trespassing. Suspicious circumstance. Two EMS pages...
A Moorcroft man has been charged with strangulation after allegedly grabbing a victim by the neck during an argument. On November 10 at around noon, a Crook County Sheriff’s Office deputy was called to a domestic dispute in Moorcroft. The reporting party claimed that they had received a text message from a sibling stating that Jeffrey Dowling had strangled them and said he wanted them dead. The deputy asked for additional units and responded. As he was doing so, he received more information that drugs and alcohol were thought to be involved. T...
The Moorcroft Friends of the Library are hosting a holiday silent auction. The auction is open Nov. 20 until Dec. 13 at 5 p.m. There are still items coming in but as of Mon., Nov. 18 we already have: two holiday baking sets. Two baking pan sets (personalization available). Entry rug (personalization available). Moscow mule basket. Two relaxation-for-one baskets. Two wine sets. Football basket. Pet basket. Sundae set for two. Adult sundae set for two. There are many great gift options! Winners will be notified the afternoon of Dec. 16 so that...
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on our blessings and to share memories with our loved ones. During this holiday season and throughout life’s journey, we are here to help provide you and your family with services, benefits and information about our programs. Social Security is more than just a retirement program. We provide services that assist many families across this country. We are there for joyous moments like the birth of your child and issuing their first Social Security card. We are there during times of hardship and tragedy to p...
Man arrested for sixth DUI one month into probation for fifth DUI could get up to 7 years GILLETTE (WNE) — A man who pleaded guilty to his sixth DUI offense could face six to seven years in prison. Jude Armijo, 32, reached a plea deal where he’ll plead guilty to felony DUI, and the state will recommend a six-to seven-year prison sentence to run concurrent to a five-year sentence for violating his probation. At the time of his sixth DUI, Armijo was just one month into a five-year probation that he’d been sentenced to following his fifth DUI. On...
PUBLIC NOTICE The Wyoming Public Service Commission (Commission) approved the Application of Black Hills Wyoming Gas, LLC d/b/a Black Hills Energy (BHWG) for authority to pass on a wholesale gas cost decrease of $0.0528 per therm for non-Choice Gas customers, effective for usage on and after September 1, 2024. The rate applies to 66,939 customers, including the Cheyenne and Cody divisions and all non-Choice Gas customers in the Casper, Gillette, and Torrington divisions who have elected to take service under the Gas Cost Adjustment Rate. The... Full story
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council Wednesday, November 13th, 2024 Town Council Present: Mayor Pro-Tem Dale Petersen, Austin Smith, and Bob Stewart Council Absent: Mayor Ben Glenn and Councilmember Heidi Humpal Town Representatives Present: Clerk/Treasurer Jesse Connally, Police Chief Bill Bryant, Public Works Director Scott Green and HDR Representative Heath Turbiville Mayor Pro-Tem Petersen called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Roll call was taken. Guest Krissy Hinkhouse, Moorcroft... Full story
PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act and the Wyoming Public Service Commission’s (Commission) Rules, the Commission hereby gives notice of the Application of Black Hills Wyoming Gas, LLC d/b/a Black Hills Energy (BHWG or the Company) for authority to implement Wyoming Integrity Rider Rates. 1. BHWG is a public utility subject to the Commission’s jurisdiction. Wyo. Stat. §§ 37-1-101(a)(vi)(D), 37-2-112. 2. On November 1, 2024, BHWG filed its Application and supporting exhibits, requesting authority to implement Wyom... Full story
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AT THE COURTHOUSE IN SUNDANCE, CROOK COUNTY, WYOMING Monday, November 4, 2024 8:30 o’clock a.m. Present were Chairman Fred M. Devish, Vice-Chairman Kelly B. Dennis, Member Bob Latham and County Clerk Melissa Jones. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited to the Flag. Petition for Formation of Yellowstone L&R Ranch I&S District The County Clerk presented and filed with the Board a Certificate of Petition for the Formation of Yellowstone L&R Ranch Improvement & Service District. Presenting that, on S... Full story
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE ORGANIZATION OF THE WARBONNET CANYON RANCH IMPROVEMENT AND SERVICE DISTRICT BEFORE THE BOARD OF CROOK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with W.S. §22-29-109 that a hearing is to be held on behalf of those petitioning for a service and improvement district before the County Commissioners as follows: 1. The name of the proposed district shall be the “Warbonnet Canyon Ranch Improvement and Service District.” 2. The proposed district is located within Crook County, Wyoming, and the boun... Full story
