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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The WYDOT Moorcroft location partnered with the Moorcroft 5th grade classes to name five of their snowplows. The names that were chosen were Blizzard Boss, Polar Patrol, Taylor Drift, Crys-tal Cruiser and Brutis. During the fifth graders' visit to WYDOT on January 15, they learned about WYDOT operations, how snowplows work, what "don't crowd the plow" means and how important WYDOT is to the public. The main topic discussed was how WYDOT's operations help the traveling public safety. This led to...
Moorcroft Fire Caption Justin Thomas and EMS personal Devin Lind attended Little Angel's Child-care to teach the children about fire safety. Topics discussed were the firefighters' gear, how they fight fires, how to protect themselves and family members and what to do if they catch on fire. During this session, Caption Thomas demonstrated the "stop, drop and roll" tactic to the children. After the demonstration, the children practiced what they learned. The children asked questions based on the...
During the monthly Pine Haven Town Council meeting held on Tuesday, January 14, new council member Dustin Heying, was sworn in, replacing outgoing Councilwoman Emily Smith, who was presented with a plaque. Councilwomen Suzette Edwards was sworn in for another term. At the same meeting, resident Virgina Leetch Baldwin expressed her concerns on where the snow was being piled after the storms. She told the council that the snow from the road was piled in front of mailboxes and in residents'...
If you did not apply for Medicare Part B (medical insurance) within three months before or after turning age 65, you have another chance each year during the General Enrollment Period. The period runs from January 1 to March 31 every year. If you didn’t enroll in Part B when you’re first eligible, you may have to pay a late enrollment penalty for as long as you have Part B coverage. Your monthly premium will increase 10% for each 12-month period that you were eligible for Part B but did not sign up for it. Your coverage starts the first day...
Speeding – Leanna Owen, Spearfish, SD, 79/75, $10; Jessie Solorzano, Casper, WY, 80/75, $15; Travis Watson, Sheridan, WY, 85/80, $15; Nathan Gerth, Big Bend, WI, 85/80, $15; Kylee Kinney, Gillette, WY, 80/75, $15; Grant Plessner, Gillette, WY, 86/80, $97; Chia Xiong, Saint Paul, MN, 86/80, $97; Cathryn Anderson, Chicago, IL, 52/40, $120; David Wilson, Gillette, WY, 93/80, $125; Caleb Michael Oriet, Great Falls, MT, 88/75, $125; Na Qi, Sunnyvale, CA, 90/75, $135; Madeline Dew, Brandon, SD, 90/75, $135; Jennifer Strong, Sundance, WY, 93/80, $...
Jan. 13 – Six VIN checks. Paper service. Citizen Assist. Two Accidents. Fingerprints. Assist Wyoming Highway Patrol. Two information. Project Lifesaver. Motorist assist. Welfare check. Business check. Probation violation. Three fire pages. Five EMS pages. Jan. 14 – Three VIN checks. Two motorist assists. Welfare check. Animal bite. Deliver message. Assist Wyoming Highway Patrol. EMS page. Jan. 15 – Four VIN checks. Paper service. Two traffic stops. Welfare check. Fraud. Prisoner transport. Theft. Five business checks. EMS page. Jan. 16 – Five V...
On Jan. 13, dispatch received a report of a domestic disturbance and contacted an officer. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the reporting party, who described a verbal dispute with their partner, claiming a beer can was thrown but did not hit them or cause any injuries. They called 911 to get assistance with making their partner leave the home. The partner, who had lived at the residence for three years, denied any wrongdoing, stating they were watching football when the argument started. The officer found no evidence of a physical...
Emily Smith was recently presented a plaque honoring hertime as a Pine Haven Town Council member....
Average gas prices up nearly 4 cents a gallon in Wyoming in past week CHEYENNE (WNE) — Average gasoline prices in Wyoming have risen 3.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.89 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy.com’s survey of 494 sta-tions in Wyoming. Prices in Wyoming are 2.9 cents per gallon higher than a month ago, and stand 25.3 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. According to GasBuddy price reports, the lowest price in the state Sunday was $2.39 per gallon, while the highest was $3.69, a difference of $1.30 per gall...
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wyoming Acting State Director Janice Blare has announced a $23.5 million award to Powder River Energy Corporation (PRECorp) to support the installation of a renewable energy and storage system through the USDA Powering Affordable Clean En-ergy (PACE) program. The PACE program is made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the largest investment in rural electrification since President Franklin Delano Roosevelt signed the Rural Electrification Act into law in 1936. PRECorp will use...
The bird flu has been ravaging the United States since 2022, with more and more mammals seeing the effects of the virus. Additionally, since the beginning of 2025, the US was hit with the first human fatality that was seemingly contracted through a backyard poultry flock. The virus is highly pathogenic but there are ways to help mitigate infection. Backyard poultry flocks are at risk of infection of bird flu. Waterfowl and shorebirds are natural carriers of the virus that shed the virus, but may not show symptoms themselves. Avian influenza is...
2 Tbsp. canola oil ½ cup chopped onion 4 fully cooked apple chicken sausages or flavor of your choice, sliced 1½ cups thinly sliced Brussels sprouts 1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped 1 tsp. caraway seeds ¼ tsp. salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 Tbsp. finely chopped walnuts 1 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 Tbsp. whole grain mustard 1 Tbsp. cider vinegar In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; sauté onion until tender, 1-2 minutes. Add sausages, Brussels sprouts, apple and seasonings; sauté until lightly browned, 6-8 minutes. Stir in waln...
On Monday, January 6, Pine Haven Fire Department hosted an incident management class taught by Crook County Emergency Management Coordinator, Ed Robinson. This class was attended by Pine Haven Council members, department heads and one Moorcroft council member. The class offered was the National Incident Management System (NIMS) for senior officials. NIMS helps prepare council members for incidents based on incident command, information systems, multi-agency groups and emergency operations...
Moorcroft and Pine Haven firefighters have started their year with lifesaving trainings. The skills they learned at these training courses will help them save lives when the need arises. The weekend of January 4 and 5, Moorcroft firefighters Thomas Muhlbauer, Justin Thomas and Steve Miller went to Riverton to train on advanced auto extrication. During this training, these firefighters learned how to get a trapped person out of a vehicle by using lifesaving equipment. Pine Haven will also be...
During the Moorcroft Council meeting on Wednesday, January 8, some of the topics discussed included light poles, landfill fees, the splash pad and water line repairs. Councilman Dale Peterson and councilwoman Heidi Humpal read the oath for their new term. The light pole topic had a guest speaker from PRE-CORP to discuss the decision to switch the light poles to LED lights bulbs. This change will occur during the spring or if a pole needs to be re-paired before then. Landfill fees for mobile homes were discussed and is now a set fee of $2500...
Jan. 6 – Four VIN checks. Two paper services. Traffic complaint. Two traffic hazards. Alarm. Breathing problem. Trespassing. Welfare check. Three business checks. Fire page. Two EMS pages. Jan. 7 – Four VIN checks. Two alarms. Citizen assist. Domestic. Paper service. Project Lifesaver. Information. Assist to Wyoming Highway Patrol. Fire page. Two EMS pages. Jan. 8 – Four VIN checks. Motorist assist. Welfare check. Prisoner transport. EMS page. Jan. 9 – Two VIN checks. Four business checks. Accident. Four EMS pages. Jan. 10 – VIN check. Fi...
Speeding – Seth Saunders, Ogden, UT, 83/80, $5; Kristen Enos, Rapid City, SD, 85/80, $15; Reese J. Oetken, Sheridan, WY, 85/80, $15; Preston Engbrecht, Marion, SD, 80/75, $15; Favel Jens, Deer Park, WA, 85/80, $15; Tony Lipa, Minneapolis, MN, 86/80, $97; Jeremiah Haas, Hulett, WY, 77/65, $120; Remington Peck, Hooper, UT, 87/75, $120; Taylor Olson, Bismarck, ND, 93/80, $125; Nicole Marie Ives, Billings, MT, 91/75, $130; Shannon Mixell, Morrison, Co, 80/65, $135; Scott Matthew Barth, Ostrander, OH, 91/75, $140; Wyatt Pettyjohn, Belgrade, MT, 9...
On Jan. 6, an individual came to the police station to request officers to watch their property while they were out of town. Officers checked on the property while on patrol. Nothing further. On Jan. 6, an officer was dispatched to a residence for a welfare check due to concerning suicidal statements from an individual. After speaking with them, the individual clarified that they did not intend to harm themselves but were feeling down due to health and life issues. The officer advised they would contact the Department of Family Services for...
Wyoming National Guard activates C-130s to fight LA wildfires GILLETTE (WNE) — Three Wyoming Air National Guard C-130s equipped with the U.S. Forest Service’s Modular Airborne Fire Fighting Systems, or MAFFS, and associated personnel were ac-tivated by U.S. Northern Command to support firefighting efforts in the Los Angeles area. Three C-130 aircraft from the 153rd Airlift Wing will travel to Channel Islands Air National Guard Base in California, where they will provide critical assistance to the state’s firefighting appa-ratus, accor...
We continue to make it easier for you to access our programs and benefits. Our website –www.SSA.gov– offers a convenient way to apply online for benefits. You can apply for: • Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits – You must be at least 61 years and 9 months and want your benefits to start in no more than four months. Apply at www.ssa.gov/retirement. • Disability Benefits – You can use our online application at www.ssa.gov/disability to apply for disability benefits if you: Are age 18 or older. Are unable to work because of a medical condition tha...
The county commissioners are putting together a steering committee to guide the creation of its updated comprehensive land use plan. The committee will be comprised of up to ten residents of Crook County, who will meet monthly with contractors as development of the new plan continues. Members of the committee will be appointed through a combination of requests for applications and personal invitation. The aim will be to ensure that the committee represents as wide a variety of people as possible, particularly in terms of geography. The...
The University of Wyoming Extension has scheduled 16 pesticide safety education programs for private applicators across the state January through March. Currently, programs are scheduled in Crook, Goshen, Johnson, Laramie, Niobrara, Park, Platte, Sheridan and Weston counties. Details for private applicator programs in additional counties will be released in the coming months. For the most up-to-date information, contact a county extension office or visit https://bit.ly/wda-2025-private-psep. Private applicator licenses are required for anyone...
Colds, flus and other respiratory illnesses are often more common in colder months. Since people are indoors more often, viruses can pass more easily from person to person. An ounce of prevention is most definitely worth a pound of cure. Fortunately, you don't need an extra stroke of luck to avoid getting sick when everyone else is under the weather; you just need to take the right preventative approach. Here are some tips for preventing common winter illnesses and keeping you and your loved...
A memorial Texas Hold’em tournament is being held on Saturday, February 8, at the Pine Haven Community Center. Half of the buy-in will go to the Pine Haven fire department to purchase new gear and oxygen tanks. The memorial tournament is held in honor of Coach Carl Mirich, who was an avid poker player and community member in Pine Haven. Coach Mirich was a former football coach for Moorcroft. Along with the tournament there will be a silent auction and drinks provided by R place. Pine Haven Mayor Karla Brandenburg stated, “We had 53 players las...
¼ cup olive oil 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 3 garlic cloves, minced 1½ tsp. minced fresh thyme or ¾ tsp. dried thyme 1 tsp. salt ½ tsp. minced fresh rosemary or ¼ tsp. dried rosemary, crushed ¼ tsp. pepper 6 bone-in chicken thighs 6 chicken drumsticks 1 lb. baby red potatoes, halved 1 med. lemon, sliced 2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients until blended. Pour ¼ cup marinade into a large bowl or shallow dish. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaini...
