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In response to a public records request from a reporter not affiliated with the Independent Record, the Town of Thermopolis and the Thermopolis Police Department have released two videos containing officer body camera footage to us, their “local newspaper of record.” A press release issued on Tuesday states, “The Town of Thermopolis and the Thermopolis Police Department remain committed to the protection and service of its citizens and transparency in all of its actions. In response to a recent Wyoming Public Records Act (WPRA) request, the M...
The Owl Creek Irrigation District (OCID) is constructing a new pumping station. Matt Brown is part of those leading the effort in its construction. Brown said that the OCID is a taxable entity which enables them to pursue grants. The OCID is made up of three areas, which include the upper area, the middle area, and the lower area, which is from Mike Messenger's property to the Big Horn River. The pumping plant where the new project work is being done supplies water to the lower area. Brown...
The organization BCR Initiatives is spearheading a ballot initiative and signature campaign for exempting 50% of the assessed value of residential property tax of owner-occupied homes statewide. BCR stands for Brent (Bien), Cheryl (Aguiar), and Rich (Weber) who are leading the effort. They are currently collecting signatures from voters from all over the state and verifying them by comparing them to voter rolls. Chairman Brent Bien explained the background of how and why their organization and...
A $6.97 million highway improvement and fence replacement project has started on U.S. Highway 20/Wyoming Highway 789 north of Thermopolis. The Thermopolis North project is between mileposts 133.4 (the old National Guard Armory) and 139.5 (Black Mountain Road) on U.S.20/Wyoming789. “At this time, the contractor is cleaning under the bridge by the Fountain of Youth Campground (milepost 135.04),” said Wyoming Department of Transportation resident engineer Kaia Tharp of Thermopolis. The bridge cleanup is helping the contractor prepare for a May...
On the Record policy It is the Thermopolis Independent Record’s policy that all people arrested or cited under the “Accidents,” “Sheriff’s office” or “Police department” in the On the Record section are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. We print the names of all people upon their initial arrest. Sheriff’s Office Monday, Feb. 12 4 p.m. Brett Dunning, 34, from Casper was placed in the detention center from Natrona County on a Hot Springs County warrant for driving while under the influence. Tuesday, Feb. 13 11 a.m. Timoth...
The Thermopolis Jackalope Jump fundraiser will be held on Saturday, February 24 at the Hot Springs County High School with registration beginning at 10 a.m. and jumping starting at 11 a.m. Proceeds raised go to help provide year-round sports training and competition for athletes. Participants raise $100 and will take an invigorating dip into icy freezing water. Grab some friends, plan fun costumes if so inclined. You can also register online at www.sowy.org. All jumpers that raise a minimum of $100 per person will receive a Jackalope Jump...
A workshop presented by Al Darlington will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24 from noon-1 p.m. at the Hot Springs County Library. Darlington will present a slide show and speak on living in Wind River Canyon, dealing with Mother Nature, making fruit trees work in the climate and more. He will discuss the environmental conditions, harvesting, pruning, water and other factors. The workshop is hosted by Red Dirt Master Gardeners. You are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch....
The 2023 Annual Fireman’s Award Banquet was held on February 10 at the Fire Hall. Mark Brawley was named Fireman of the Year was and the Master Cook was Jerry Williams. The following service awards were given out: 5-Year, London Jenks; 10-Year, Ryan Gious, 15-Year, Brandon Blakesley; 25-Year, Cory Johnston, 25-Year, Justin Herring; 30-Year, Mark Nelson, with 41 total years of service in Wyoming....
Couples danced during the Be My Valentine Odd Ball hosted by the George M. Sliney Odd Fellows Lodge #26 held last Saturday evening at the Community Hall. All the proceeds go toward their trade school scholarship program. Sanchez Soundz provided music for the event....
Cheyenne is around a five hour drive from Thermopolis, but the work of our state’s legislature will affect us in Hot Springs County as well as every county around the state. There are a number of important issues facing Wyoming and our Legislatures. Property taxes, voting regulations and foreign ownership of Wyoming land are just a few of the topics that are keeping us all interested as they move through the process. As a reminder, the Wyoming Legislature’s website can be used to track legislation and participate in policymaking during the 202...
by Andrew Ellsworth, MD “No man is an island, entire of itself, every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main.” This is the beginning of a poem from 1624. In it, the poet John Donne appreciates how humans are all connected. Indeed, humans are social beings, and social connection is a factor in our health. We all know the importance of a healthy diet and exercise for our health. We are getting better at understanding the importance of mental health. One thing we do not discuss much, however, are the benefits of social connection. Our...
Stephany Ann Roden passed away suddenly February 11, 2024, in Billings, Mont. Stephany will be missed greatly by her family and friends and people whose lives were touched by her friendly personality and loving kindness. Stephany’s remains have been cremated and the family will schedule a burial and memorial service for her in April 2024. A complete obituary and notice will be published for Stephany before a date prior to her burial. God bless all. We cannot go our way alone for what we send into the lives of others comes back into our o... Full story
by David Velazquez Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — The Legislature on Friday wrapped up the first week of its 20-day budget session, and at the end of the week, bills that had not yet been voted on for introduction died. Speaker of the House Rep. Albert Sommers, R-Pinedale, had up to Friday to decide the order in which the 229 bills filed in his chamber were to be voted on for introduction. By the time the House adjourned on Friday evening 94 bills died without a vote. The Senate filed roughly 100 less bills and voted o...
From Wyoming News Exchange newspapers Funeral service scheduled for fallen police officer SHERIDAN (WNE) — A funeral service for Sgt. Nevada Krinkee will be held 1 p.m. March 1, Kane Funeral Home announced Thursday. The funeral will include military honors and will be held at the Bruce Hoffman Golden Dome on the Sheridan College campus, located at 1 Whitney Way in Sheridan. Following the service, a processional will start traveling north on Coffeen Avenue to Brundage Lane and will enter Interstate 90 at exit 25, then drive north to exit 20, t...
The Hot Springs County Republican Party 2024 County Caucus was held Saturday in the Big Horn Federal Bank community room. The Caucus group separated into Precincts with three of the five Precincts in Hot Springs County participating. A local Caucus is an important part of the foundational and fundamental process of our government. It is where everyday citizens lay out what the government should focus and how, through affirming or amending their party platforms, by-laws and resolutions. These...
The Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry is a fish lovers paradise. Fish Fry dates this year are on Fridays beginning February 23 and then also on March 1 and 8. Dinner will be served from 5-7 p.m. at the St. Francis Church Parish Hall. All are welcome. The cost for the dinner is $15 for adults and $5 for children under 14....
The Hot Springs County High School Bobcats Wrestling Teams each competed in Regional Events this past weekend - with the girls in Riverton, and the boys in Shoshoni. Both teams qualified wrestlers for the State Championship Event, which will be held at the Ford Center in Casper. The three-day event will commence on Thursday, February 22. LADY CATS At the 4A West Regionals in Riverton, the Lady Cats competed in the first ever regional event for lady wrestlers. Lady wrestlers competed in a single...
The Hot Springs County High School boys varsity basketball team was at home last week for a Thursday game against rival Worland, and on Saturday, for a game against visiting Pinedale. The week ended with a win and a loss. The Worland Warriors came to town carrying a 9 and 10 record, and with stats showing they were evenly matched with the Bobcats. Although the Cats got off to a slow start in the first quarter – with Worland putting up a quick thirteen points – the team battled back in the second quarter, erasing eight points of the War...
The Hot Springs County High School girls varsity basketball team was at home last week for games against Worland and then Pinedale. Following a great win against long-time rival, Worland, the Lady Cats ran into a scoring binge by the team from Pinedale. The Lady Warriors came into town with a four and fifteen record, however, statistically, the two teams showed parity on paper. The Lady Cats got started early, playing with confidence and determination at both ends of the court. Offensively, the Lady Cats passed the ball crisply, and strategical...
The Hot Springs Speech and Debate Team continued their successful season, bringing home a 1A/2A Championship trophy for the third weekend in a row after finishing first at the large, dog-themed Roverton Speech and Debate Tournament held at Riverton High School on February 9-10, 2024. The Bobcats followed up the Riverton competition with a second place Small School sweepstakes trophy at the Evanston High School Tournament on February 16-17, 2024. Both tournaments saw success from senior Bobcat competitors. Seniors Ivey Goff and Brison Steere...
The Hot Springs County High School Robotics Team was in Casper last Saturday - competing in a state-wide event, which pitted twenty-seven teams against one another, in a competition of mechanical and electronic mastery. The Wyoming 2024 FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship event was held at CY Middle School. The Bobcats fielded two teams in the competition, and although both teams ran into some logistical challenges, each team performed well in the full day event. Team Fist Full of Axels (7283) suffered through some significant mechanical...
Thermopolis Wrestling Club members competed in Dougals last week. Results include: Greco - Team was 6th with 115.5 points 8U 40 - Erik Polson, 3rd. Round 2 - Ezra Maddocks (Touch Of Gold) won by tech fall, 10-2, over Polson,Round 3 - Carter Spiker (Touch Of Gold) won by fall, 0:19, over Polson 8U 53 - Nash Bowker, 1st, 25.5 points. Quarterfinal - Bowker won by fall, 1:10, over Dax Casper (Green River Grapplers), Semifinal - Bowker won by tech fall, 8-0, over Tanner Bentz (Touch Of Gold), 1st Place Match - Bowker won by fall, 1:06, over Nixon Po...
by Joseph Beaudet The Sheridan Press Via Wyoming News Exchange SHERIDAN —- The Wyoming House of Representatives referred three mental health bills to its Appropriations Committee last week. Speaker of the House Albert Sommers, R-Pinedale, brought the bills up for consideration, noting his and the Governor’s focus on mental health. “That has been a priority of mine, and I think we heard that it was a priority of (Gov. Mark Gordon during his State of the State address),” Sommers said. The House voted to introduce three mental health bills l...
Thermopolis FFA Chapter The Thermopolis High School FFA Chapter is celebrating National FFA Week February 17-24. Officers are Tymber Eckley - President, Hayden Overfield - Vice President, Lance Axtell - Treasurer, Nevaeh Brill - Reporter, Madi Shaffer - Secretary, and Brooke Hubele - Sentinel. Advisor Britton Van Heule gave an update on chapter activities, "Our overarching goal is to provide unlimited opportunities for all students, where FFA covers lots of different things. We have developed a...
