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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Despite the low clouds and rather bitter weather, this intrepid fellow and his faithful dog are setting up for a day of ice fishing on Tuesday morning. This is on the far north side of Keyhole Reservoir and a bit beyond the fun can be seen pressure cracks in the ice; these are weak areas and are extremely unsafe. This adventurer is wise to have left his vehicle on land....
Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) is introducing a new program that it hopes will encourage staff members to progress their own careers – and simultaneously offer an opportunity to people who may be interested in the medical field but are either unable to afford the education required or cannot justify leaving a current job to go back to school. “It’s our belief that the best way to staff our facilities is from within,” said board chairman Mark Erickson at last week’s meeting, explaining the program to incoming board member Br...
Moorcroft has received federal funding to perform a feasibility study of the community's pathways and, along with the public meeting December 14, at 6 p.m., has set up a website for residents who, for one reason or another, will not make it to the meeting; it can be found at moorcroftpathways.com. This study will be looking at improving the sidewalk system along North Big Horn Avenue where the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ramps should be installed as well as improvements and connections...
On November 15, police assisted someone who had locked their keys in their vehicle. Officer was able to gain access to the vehicle for the owner. On November 15, police were asked to do a welfare check on some students who have not been attending school. Officer went to the last known address of the students and was advised that they had moved. On November 17, police assisted during an EMS emergency call. On November 17, police provided traffic control for a funeral procession. On November 17, police were called to a minor traffic crash in the...
Lila June Lamb-Dudrey, 93, was received into God's holy kingdom on November 21, 2022, leaving her family with a treasured legacy of quiet, steadfast love. She passed at the Legacy Living Center in Gillette, Wyoming, where she has resided for the past few years. Lila June was born on April 23, 1929, at the family residence in Albion, Nebraska. She was the fifth of seven children born to Chester Oliver Lamb and Pearl LaVina McCone-Lamb. All of the children were born at home. Her father was a farmer and her mother a housewife. Lila and her family...
Nov. 21 – Eleven VIN checks. Four traffic stops. Harassment. Two EMS calls. Assault. House watches. Business checks. Nov. 22 – Four VIN checks. Paper service. Four traffic stops. House watches. Business checks. Prisoner transport. Welfare check. Assisted Wyoming Highway Patrol. Nov. 23 – Seven VIN checks. Three traffic stops. Four EMS calls. Coroner call. Vehicle unlock. Nov. 24 – VIN check. Two traffic stops. Alarm. Assisted Wyoming Highway Patrol. Business checks. House watches. Suspicious circumstances. Trespassing. Nov. 25 – Alarm. An...
Speeding – Issic Fenlason, Sundance, WY, 88/80, $101; Joshua Karney, Lock Haven, PA, 80/70, $105; Sarai Peterson, Colville, WA, 87/75, $120; Andrew Woehrle, Lino Lakes, MN, 86/65, $267 Careless Driving – Shane A. Sanderson, Upton, WY, $240 Expired Temporary License Permit/Improper Registration – Danny Edmond Crawford, Rogers, AR, $150 No Valid Driver’s License – Amber Lies, Douglas, ND, $140 Fail to Drive Vehicle Within Single Lane – Shane A. Sanderson, Upton, WY, $90 Violate Permit Conditions (daytime) – Adam Fairchild, Churubusco, IN, $240; K...
Gillette man charged with first-degree arson GILLETTE (WNE) — A man accused of setting his trailer on fire and covering himself in bleach has been charged in circuit court with first-degree arson. Andrew L. Boyer, 34, was charged Sept. 8 and his preliminary hearing in circuit court is scheduled for Dec. 14. The incident began about 10 a.m. Aug. 2, when a trailer fire was reported in the 1600 block of Echeta Drive, where responders found Boyer’s trailer full of smoke. Neighbors in a nearby lot told officers that Boyer had stopped by their home e...
Begin your Christmas season with numerous local opportunities for some festive fun over the next few weeks, starting with the Candy Cane Classic hosted by the Whitcomb FFA. The event will take place at 6 p.m. on December 3 at the Moorcroft Community Center and includes a chili dinner alongside two cook-off contests, one for chili and the other for caramel and cinnamon rolls. This will be followed by a dance. On December 15, head to Big Horn Avenue to watch the Parade of Lights, presented by the Moorcroft Area Chamber of Commerce. The parade...
Wanted! Individuals with Christmas Nativity sets and/or musical talents. The Moorcroft Interfaith Community (MIC), a group of local congregations, would like to invite the public to attend our 6th Annual Christmas Nativity and Music Extravaganza to be held on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at the Moorcroft Town Center Library from 2:00-5:00 P.M. Please come and join us for this very special community event to honor the Birth of Jesus. The MIC is also seeking Nativity sets for this special Christmas celebration. The Nativity sets will be displayed...
The unanticipated bill from Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) that was pulled from the bill list at the November meeting of Moorcroft’s council has been examined and found to be a legitimate and not-unprecedented invoice for a requested interception to ensure safe transport of a patient in possible need of services exceeding the capabilities of the Moorcroft ambulance crew, according to town Clerk Cheryl Schneider. The invoice will appear again on the December bill list....
Four regional authors are excited to celebrate their books at a signing/meet and greet to be held Dec. 10 from 2-4 p.m. at the Sundance Library meeting room. Kathy Bjornestad and Heidi Stefanich’s new children’s poetry book, Rhymes from the Reef, will be on display, as will Viktoria Peterson’s romance, A Dream of Destiny, based on her Ukrainian culture and traditions. Dawn Newland (Colony) is excited to chat about the third book in her series, Of Men and Horses, based on the historical figures of Kid Curry, Jim Thornhill and Lucy Tress...
The Pine Ridge Community Church would like to announce that their Annual Christmas Bazaar will be held this Sat., Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. for a potluck meal followed by a visit from Santa at 7 p.m., followed by games for the kids, a cake walk and a holiday auction fundraiser. The Pine Ridge Community Church is located on US Hwy 14, about 15 miles north of Moorcroft. See you there!...
Crook County School District #1 Notice is hereby given that the Crook County School District #1 Board of Trustees issued warrants for the following bills exceeding $500.00 at the regular meeting of the board held on NOVEMBER 21st, 2022, at MOORCROFT, WYOMING. To Whom Paid Purpose of Expenditure Amount General Fund 21 ELECTRIC Building Repairs $632.65 A & B WELDING SUPPLY CO INC Ag Supplies $2,436.35 ACE MART RESTAURANT SUPPLY Water Treatment System $55,561.24 AIR-TECH HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING INC Replace 3 Rooftop Units $214,666.20...
Meeting Notice The Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on December 27, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Sundance State Bank Meeting Room. The meeting will also be hosted via Zoom. The Zoom webinar link is included below: You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: December 27, 2022 11:00 AM Mountain Time (US and Canada) Topic: CCMSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87546587683 Passcode: 452783 Or One tap mobile : US:...
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 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 October 31, 2022, BHWG filed its Application, together with testimony and exhibits, requesting authority to imple...
Public Meeting Notice Notice is hereby given that the Town of Moorcroft will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, December 14th, 2022 at 6:00 pm in the Town Hall Chambers at 104 N. Big Horn Avenue, Moorcroft, Wyoming. The purpose of this meeting is to solicit public comment for the future of the Moorcroft Town Center. Written comments are also welcome. Please send written comments to Cheryl Schneider, Town Clerk/Treasurer, PO Box 70 Moorcroft, Wyoming 82721 and must be received by 4:00 pm MST on December 14th, 2022. Publish: December 1 and 8,...
Attendees to Crook County Cattlewomen Christmas Party need to RSVP to Tracy Bush. The party will be held Dec. 14, beginning at 5 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. Check with Tracy Bush to make sure that if your brand is not in 2022 brand book, it is in the little Crook County Brand book supplement coming out in 2023....
Who doesn’t love a delicious sweet piece of candy? Whether making a treat for parties, gift giving, or because it is a holiday, candy-making is easy if you know the tricks of the trade. Weather Weather can significantly impact candy. When making candy, it is important to try to pick a day that is dry and not humid. On humid or rainy days, candy may refuse to set. Candy Thermometer A candy thermometer is used to test the temperature when cooking candy, jams, and jellies. Digital thermometers are preferred for their accuracy. Most have an a...
