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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Almost a hundred seventh graders from across the county convened in Sundance last week for a day of learning about civics. Elected officials were on hand to introduce the students to the functions of local government and the impact each office will have on their adult lives. Arranged by Sara Fleenor, 4-H Educator, and educators from each of the three schools, the field trip included visits to each of the county offices, as well as the museum. The visit began with a welcome speech from Sundance...
Long-time Pine Haven resident and former mayor Dan Blakeman, who returned to the town's council when he was appointed several months ago to replace Kristy Speed, resigned at last week's meeting of the governing body. Blakeman presented his resignation in person with a heartfelt speech, saying in part, "Dawn and I have sold our home... we are moving... I've been on this council for over 20 years... It's truly been an honor to serve this little town; I've watched it grow from 101 people to what...
After ascertaining the progress of the insurance network earlier this month, Pine Haven’s governing body has approved moving forward with setting the ambulance fee schedule as follows: $1000 per transit and $10 per mile between incident and medical facility. Pine Haven Mayor Karla Brandenburg said of these amounts, “We are way under what [people] are being charged everywhere else.” The average cost for the service in surrounding municipalities is $1200-$2000 per transit and approximately $30 per mile, according to Jane Merchant, who is setting...
The Moorcroft Volunteer Fire Department was recently given the opportunity to train for interior rescue scenarios, using an abandoned house north of town. According to Moorcroft Volunteer Fire Chief Jeff Holberg, "The property is in the Henderson Subdivision and is going to be torn down. The new owner was gracious enough to allow us to go in and practice." Because the two departments work so often together on the same scenes, Moorcroft invited Pine Haven to participate in this exercise. Pine...
Benjamin Herbert Buckmiller, dedicated husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away in his sleep at Legacy in Gillette, Wyoming, on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. He was 92 years old. Benjamin Herbert was born to Benjamin Harrison and Orpha June (Glass) Buckmiller in Hot Springs, South Dakota, on March 27, 1931. He went by numerous names. Herbert, Herb, Bert, Bertie and his favorite Buck. As a child, Buck spent time with his mother in Cheyenne, Wyoming and time at the ranch with his dad. He joined the Army in 1952....
Luke James Sullivan couldn’t wait to be born on July 31, 2000; he was nine weeks early. Sadly, just as he came into this world early, he left it too early. Luke passed away on November 13, 2023. Luke was a gentle giant that was known for his huge smile, goofy laugh and huge bear hugs. He made everyone around him feel like they were important. Luke would come from across the street just for a smile and a hug. Luke graduated from Sundance High School and went straight into the family business. He was the top hand for R&S Services, a f...
Speeding – Reynard M. Graham, Colorado Springs, CO, 75/65, $105; Mychael Checky, Round Rock, TX, 85/70, $135; Veronika Williamson, Belle Fourche, SD, 99/80, $155; Sergey Badeshko, Lake Mary, FL, 87/75, $120; Tina C. Hart-Herrboldt, Rapid City, SD, 106/80, $200; Gabriel Knowlton, Upton, WY, 83/70, $125; Miguel Velasco Lopez, Knoxville, TN, 96/70, $190; Michael J. Cymbaluk, Bismarck, ND, 88/70, $150; Bowen Brann, Thomaston, ME, 95/75, $160; Tyler B. Sasse, Moorcroft, WY, 90/80, $105; Edward Engle, Adrian, MI, 81/70, $115; Tyreece A. Roberts, P...
One hundred four business checks. Ten traffic warnings. Eight crosswalk/school zone. Three traffic crashes. Three VIN checks. Two assists to other agencies. False alarm. Emergency fund assistance. Sexual assault. Petty theft. Threats made. Warrant report. Welfare check. Citations: Two for speeding. False reporting....
Speeding: Kevin E. Freel, 44/30, Osceola, IN, $188; Ronald J. Nagel, 44/30, Anchorage, AK, $188; Robert Viola, 44/30, Milford, NJ, $188; Ly X. Hoang, 35/30, Jersey Village, TX, $75; Eduardo Amezcua, 43/30, Loveland, CO, $181; Tyler H. Loftin, 49/35, Wichita, KS, $188; Kameron D. Jacobi, 44/30, Niagra Falls, ON, $188; Tracey M. Henry, 44/30, Waverly, KS, $188; Rebecca L. Landon, 44/30, Bushnell, FL, $188; John C. Santos, 44/30, Fair Haven, NJ, $188; Seyler H. Switzer, 44/30, Holly, MI, $188; William G. Parketon, 54/30, Balch Springs, TX, $298;...
Black 14 Philanthropy delivers 40,000 pounds of food to Laramie LARAMIE (WNE) — Cathedral Home and the University of Wyoming Food Share Pantry welcomed a delivery of 40,000 pounds of food and goods that traveled to Laramie last Tuesday. The delivery is made possible through a partnership between the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Black 14’s “Mind, Body and Soul” initiative, which dispatches food to communities identified by active Black 14 players, according to a news release from the Cathedral Home. Mel Hamilton and John Gr...
The Pine Ridge Community Church is holding its annual Christmas Bazaar on Sat., Dec. 2 with a potluck meal at 6 p.m., annual meeting, Santa Claus at 7 p.m. followed by cake walk, fishing for treats and dessert/gift auction. All are welcome. Come to the Pine Ridge Community Church on US Hwy 14, about 15 miles north of Moorcroft....
Hosted by the Over the Hill Gang, approximately 25 local veterans and their families, attended the annual program and lunch at the Pine Haven Community Center last Wednesday to be honored for their sacrifice with live music from the Moorcroft School Choir, who recognized the theme for each branch and the American Legion Honor Guard, whose member Clarence Berry also stood as Master of Ceremonies. Among other aspects, the program included practical discussion about the benefits available to these...
The Moorcroft Chamber of Commerce (MACC) is once again gearing up for their annual Christmas Basket Project. This is a very worthwhile project and helps the less fortunate out during the holiday season. In past years, they have put together anywhere from 40 to 50 baskets so any kind of food or monetary donations would be greatly appreciated. For anyone needing a food basket, or if they know of anyone needing a food basket, forms are available at the Moorcroft Post Office, Diehl’s Supermarket, Moorcroft Pinnacle Bank and the Coffee Cup Fuel Stop...
Teen/Adult Trivia is Monday, November 27. Youth, seventh grade or older, and all adults are welcome. We are partnering with Impact Youth Mentorship to provide dinner at 6:30 p.m. and trivia will start at 7. Our November Adult Craft class is on Thursday, November 30 and we have a few spots left. We will be making bath salt, body scrub, milk bath and rice heating bags. Call or stop by to reserve your spot. Moorcroft Friends of the Library has items available to bid on for their Holiday Silent Auction. The auction will end at 5 p.m., on Friday,...
Town of Moorcroft Regular Meeting of the Council November 8th, 2023 Town Council Present: Mayor Ben Glenn, Councilmembers Dale Petersen, Austin Smith, Robert Stewart, and Heidi Humpal. Town Representatives Present: Deputy Clerk Jesse Connally, Police Chief Bill Bryant, and HDR Engineer Heath Turbiville. Mayor Glenn called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Krissy Hinkhouse, Moorcroft Chamber of Commerce, asked Council to approve the Parade of Lights on December 10, 2023 starting at 5pm. Line up on Robinson...
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE 1. Pursuant to the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act and the Wyoming Public Service Commission’s (Commission) Procedural Rules and Special Regulations, notice is hereby given that a public hearing is schedule regarding the Application of Black Hills Wyoming Gas d/b/a Black Hills Energy. (BHWG or the Company) for authority to implement a general rate increase of $19,262,412 per annum and extend its Wyoming Integrity Rider. The public hearing is set to commence on Tuesday December 12, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the C...
NOTICE OF INTENT TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED AMENDED CROOK COUNTY MINOR SUBDIVISION REGULATION AND THE PROPOSED CROOK COUNTY LAND USE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AMENDED BY-LAWS BY THE BOARD OF CROOK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Be advised the Board of Crook County Commissioners intends to approve and adopt the Amended Crook County Minor Subdivision Regulation and the Amended Crook County Land Use Planning & Zoning Commission Amended By-Laws pursuant to W.S. 18-5-305 and W.S. 16-3-103 and 18-5-202. On Tuesday December 5, 2023, at the hour...
JACKSON — Despite objections from some Republican lawmakers and local governments, a state task force is moving ahead with a draft bill to override local building regulations for accessory housing units like detached guest homes or mother-in-law apartments. Sen. Bob Ide, a Natrona County Republican, warned that the draft bill could add regulation — not reduce it — by layering state rules on top of local ones: “Just looks like we’ve got a one-size-fits-all homeowners association for the state of Wyoming,” Ide said. Ide raised his objections...
