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Though I’ve called Thermopolis and Wyoming home for the past three years, I am a native Nebraskan and so the reports I’ve seen from friends and family across social media this past week have been, to say the least, increasingly disturbing. I, like much of my immediate and extended family, grew up on the western end of the state so most of the accounts have been about having to dig out vehicles and clear heavy loads from sidewalks. But those on the east side have faced losses of homes and other p...
During the Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce meeting on March 14, much of the discussion focused on an idea that has been circulating around town the past couple months — a collaboration between the chamber, the Hot Springs County Travel and Tourism, the Hot Springs Economic Development Company (EDC) and Thermopolis Main Street. Phillip Scheel met with Greg Willson earlier in the week to discuss the possibility of bringing multiple entities under a larger board so services are not dupl... Full story
At Tuesday’s meeting of Hot Springs Travel and Tourism, Director Amanda Moeller reported there is continued decline in the lodging tax receipts. “We took a pretty big hit again this month,” Moeller said. Receipts were down 41 percent compared to last year. Last month’s deposit also showed a decrease of 14 percent from the previous year, and Moeller further pointed out that of the past nine months, seven have ben lower than last year. For the year, receipts are down 10 percent compared to this ti...
Ring toss, nail painting and online gaming were part of the fun during the Lock Late at Thermopolis Middle School. The school remained open until 8 p.m. with plenty of activities and treats for the students. Other activities were basketball, a pitching speed test and karaoke....
Thermopolis Middle School students perform during the band and choir's spring performance on Thursday, March 14. The program featured arrangements of American music and the premier performance of the fifth grade choir. The evening was also special for Director Drew Brown, who was announced as one of this year's Bobcat Champions for Children. The award also means Brown is in the running for Teacher of the Year....
On Friday, March 8 at 12:40 p.m., Governor Gordon signed into law Senate File 57, which officially takes effect July 1. The file sets forth requirements for the release of public records, as well as designation of an ombudsman by the governor to receive complaints for violations of the public records act. In January during the 2019 Legislature, Senator Wyatt Agar said the bill was a good one, as it allows for transparency in local government agencies without making it such a burdensome task to...
On March 6, the Bobcat Cheerleaders competed at the State Cheer Competition at Casper, earning second place. Coach Ayni Garza said, "Coaching cheerleading was an absolute privilege. The athletes worked so hard all season to be successful at state. We attended two different UW events to prepare for our state performance. The experience of hard work paying off,was amazing for the students. We are looking forward to next season with anticipation!" From left, front row: Taydee Landrum and Assistant...
A WYDOT plow truck's wing plow was hit from behind by a commercial vehicle at about 7 a.m. on March 7. Charges are pending against the commercial truck driver. When driving on snowy roads, be aware and drive safe with plows out so they can get the roads clear....
We're getting a bit more sunshine these days and with it the high school tracksters are getting ready for the 2019 season, with the first practice on March 11. This year there is a change in coach, with Aimee Kay taking over for Ernie Mecca, who retired last year. It's not Kay's first time working with the team, though, as this year marks her 25th of coaching and her second as head track coach. They will try something new, Kay explained, which was done when Mecca first started coaching. The plan... Full story
Oran and Adley Coyne make a break for the finish during a series of races at the Bobcat Pride assembly at the Hot Springs County High School last Friday....
The Thermopolis FFA Chapter was recently recognized as a two-star chapter. Advisor Britton Van Heule said, “Being recognized as a two star chapter is definitely an honor. Our students work really in the areas of, Chapter, Community and Student development. We work hard every year to put on meaningful and educational activities for our students and community. “Our chapter is defiantly honored with this acknowledgment.” Members of the local chapter include: Freshmen Kamry Bowman, Jason Bowma... Full story
Along the north side of Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital a trailer houses an imaging system and equipment to allow the hospital to continue its nuclear medicine program. At the most recent meeting of the hospital board of trustees, a motion passed to allow the transfer of $350,000 in capital money from the 2020 budget to the 2019. As the previous equipment for nuclear medicine broke down a replacement was necessary and is expected in May, though the temporary mobile unit behind the hospital...
Through a series of questions, groups of Thermopolis Middle School students got to know each other better during the Voices assembly at the school....
Kindergarten teacher Kinley Taylor reads an adventure of Pete the Cat to students who will be joining Ralph Witters Elementary as kindergartners in the fall....
Last Thursday the 2019 general session of the Wyoming Legislature adjourned, giving our representatives a break from the bustle in Cheyenne though the interim will keep them plenty busy with committee meetings until the budget session in 2020. Though we’ve brought coverage of the general session and comments from our local reps over the past several weeks, chances are if you’re not keeping up with the session on your own these stories might leave you with more questions than answers. While the...
Those who need some assistance in figuring out their finances can visit with Edward Jones Financial Advisor Travis Winger, who joined the office in November. Winger said provides a wide variety of services including financial assessments and solutions, annuities, bonds, life insurance, mutual funds, business retirements and several more. Raised in Lander, Winger moved to Thermopolis in 2011. Though the Edward Jones physical office is located in Worland, Winger spends 95 percent of his time in...
Plenty of interesting hats and other headgear were sported by Ralph Witters Elementary students on Wednesday. The school had a week of dress theme days for Dr. Seuss Week....
The Thermopolis Boys Basketball team wrapped up its season this past week at the 3A East Regionals in Wheatland, with a 60-33 loss against Rawlins on Thursday and a 55-36 loss against Douglas on Friday. Coach Shane Corpening said it was certainly a short weekend, and turnover troubles continued to plague the Bobcats in their match against Rawlins. Their opponents definitely did their homework, Corpening said, and they forced plenty of turnovers. He further added it was hard for the Thermopolis... Full story
Tuesday evening the Thermopolis Town Council approved, by a 4-1 vote, to pass a resolution approving and adopting an updated police policy manual presented by Police Chief Julie Mathews. Council member Tony Larson, who voted “no,” questioned whether any of the police officers had seen the new policies and suggested they see it before council votes and makes it policy. Mayor Mike Chimenti noted that not only the police chief but also Town Attorney Mike Messenger have reviewed the updated man...
Sunday afternoon Police Chief Julie Mathews arrested 43-year-old Jason Little from Meeteetse following a brief chase in town. Mathews received information that Little was driving a 2003 Ford extended cab pickup, and he was suicidal, heavily armed, wearing body armor and possibly going after an ex-girlfriend. She noted dispatch heard Wyoming Highway Patrol was looking for him, and he was involved in a felony property damage incident in Park County the previous night, in which he allegedly shot... Full story
Senator Wyatt Agar spoke Tuesday morning on the defeat of House Bill 66, which would, essentially, implement a statewide lodging tax. Though the bill passed out of the House with a 44-16 vote, it met its end in the Senate at 19-7. Under the bill, a five percent statewide tax would have been implemented on lodging, with three percent going to the Wyoming Office of Tourism and the remaining two going to the locality where it was generated. Agar, who was excused from the vote, said he felt the...
Tuesday night, the Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees amended the hospital’s capital budget for 2019. Chief Financial Officer Shelly Larson said $400,000 was originally budgeted, and she requested $350,000 in capital money budgeted for a nuclear medicine machine in 2020 be moved to 2019, for a total $750,000 in capital expenditures for 2019. Hospital CEO Margie Molitor noted there would be a mobile nuclear medicine unit that would come in on a month-by-month basis while t...
Amanda Moeller with the Economic Development Company and several business owners gathered last Thursday for a meet and greet. These regular monthly events provide an opportunity to network and share ideas....
James Coates takes aim from behind a barrier during the February Nerf War. The competitions provide a fun event for kids and adults alike, and there's plenty of extra guns and foam ammunition for those who don't have their own....
The Bobcats put forth a strong effort last week but came up short with three losses - 63-47 against Newcastle, 75-44 against Buffalo and 63-24 against Douglas. Coach Shane Corpening, speaking on the Newcastle game, said the Bobcats played well for three quarters, and were actually leading going into the third quarter. He believed they were on the cusp of making a big run to make it difficult for the Dogies to keep up. Unfortunately, Newcastle made a monstrous run of their own and kept things...
