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The Thermopolis Town Council met on June 3 for their first regular meeting for the month of June. Much of the meeting was taken up with citizen participation, where local citizens appeared to voice their concerns, or their support, for allowing fireworks to be used within the Town limits on the Fourth of July. Of those who spoke in opposition to allowing fireworks, the main concern seemed to be the effect of the noise from the fireworks upon pets, the elderly, and local veterans, who may suffer from PTSD. Those who spoke in favor of allowing...
Tossing like a pro, Emberly Luna gets in on the cornhole action at the Thermopolis Brewfest last Saturday....
The Hot Springs County Commissioners met on June 3 for their first regular meeting in June. The commissioners were asked to approve the filing of a Satisfaction of Judgment in the District Court case in which the Tipi Retreat and its owners were ordered by the court to pay fines to the county for their violation of the county’s land use regulations. With only minimal discussion, the commissioners agreed to allow the Satisfaction of Judgment to be filed with the court. This action follows up on the commissioners determination to enter into an a...
Matt Egging, of Manchester Coffee in Sheridan, serves Xander Wunder a cup of iced coffee. Egging donated the proceeds from the drink to Big Horn Basin Pride at the Pride in the Park event held on Saturday in Hot Springs State Park....
by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com via Wyoming News Exchange The legal battle over a popular swimming spot in Hot Springs State Park could last years, Star Plunge owner Roland Luehne wrote in an open letter last week, casting renewed doubt over the reopening of the pools. The Star Plunge closed to the public in January after Luehne’s latest management agreement with Wyoming State Parks expired. The facility’s future has been in dispute since last spring, when Wyoming State Parks selected a new operator to take over from the Luehne family aft...
The Hot Springs Livestock Show was held last Friday with participants from Thermopolis and all around Wyoming. Results include: Grand Champion Breeding Heifer - Brylee Rodgers, Casper, WY Reserve Champion Breeding Heifer - Hadley Cooper, Powell, WY Grand Champion Beef - Parker Day, Gillette, WY Reserve Champion Beef - Finn Coates, Casper, WY Grand Champion Swine - Kassidy Orr, Casper, WY Reserve Champion Swine - Kassidy Orr, Casper, WY Grand Champion Lamb - Sage Garn, Tremonton, Utah Reserve...
According to Wyoming Department of Transportation resident engineer Kelly Erickson of Thermopolis, the Broadway Bridge construction project has been delayed to a planned start date of June 16. Due to weather delays on other projects, this project has also been set back. During bridge improvements, scheduled to begin June 6, the Broadway Street bridge (crossing the Bighorn River) will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The closure is expected to last through October 16, 2025. During the closure, eastbound traffic will be detoured...
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 Department Monday, June 2 3:55 p.m. A smoldering fire on Webb Road was reported as a danger due to gaining wind speeds. The property owner was contacted. 11:27 p.m. Two juveniles were contacted on a traffic stop in t...
Members of the Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 100 block of Fremont Street around 12:30 a.m. early Monday morning. The house was engulfed when they arrived. The occupant of the house got out without injuries. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the State Fire Marshall....
Depending upon how long you have had the pleasure to live in Thermopolis, chances are, you may have sought treatment at Gottsche Therapy, Rehab and Wellness, which is located next door to Hot Springs Health. Gottsche is a non-profit organization, which was founded in 1954 by William H. and Carrie Gottsche. Mr. and Mrs. Gottsche were sheep ranchers, butchers, and bankers in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Those good folks became aware of the health benefits of the hot spring pools in Thermopolis, and would travel here to aid in the treatment of their...
Barrie Bryant of Thermopolis has been named to the Spring 2025 Chancellor’s List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Hot Springs Health is proud to announce that Dr. Elizabeth McKenzie is completing her second year of residency in family medicine and will move into her third year of residency in July, continuing her training and commitment to serving the Thermopolis community. Dr. McKenzie earned her medical degree from the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine after earning a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry. She h...
Richard Bauserman talks with Charlie Williams about his collection of knives, ranging from modern pieces to Indian Wars-era hunting knives from the 1880s, during the Upinarms Gun Show held last weekend at fairgrounds, exploring its craftsmanship....
Summer does not technically start until June 20, but the weekends in Thermopolis are starting to be packed with events that show we are in full swing! This weekend, the 1890’s Riders are hosting a Bingo Run on Saturday. Also on Saturday is the ever popular Hot Spot Car Rally in Hot Springs State Park. Along with the show in park, the Rusty Old Truck Market will be set up featuring a variety of vendors. Hot Springs State Park will also be home to a tent revival featuring Levi Shetler. If you get the chance to make a trip to Kirby, Wyoming W...
We read in the Independent Record that the county commissioners have given permission for archery hunting in the gravel pit on Webb Road. We would like to take this opportunity to explain why the pit is, (and has been for 7 years) posted NO TRESPASSING. In 2018 the COUNTY APPROACHED US about obtaining ownership of some property we owned on both the east and west sides of the railroad track. One of the commissioners came to our home to discuss this. At that time, we explained that we had no interest in getting rid of the property. He asked us wh...
by Curstie Konold MPH, CSW-PIP, QMHP The start of summer brings a sense of excitement for many teens. Take a moment to reflect back to your teen years. As we reminisce, we can likely all say that our adolescent years were a unique and informative time of our life. Mental wellbeing habits are often formed during this time as teens strengthen their social and emotional skills, laying a foundation of habits for the rest of their life. Consider what habits you perhaps formed during this time and what supports you had or needed when you were a...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) For some, Father’s Day is a time to give thanks. A time to acknowledge the men who have spent their lives, working to provide for a child. Men who understand that their purpose in this world, is to always put that child first. Men who foresee, that the knowledge they pass on to that child, will someday bear fruit, in a future generation. For some, it is a day to remember those men who no longer walk among us. A time to consider, whether the lessons those men imparted are still relevant, and worth p...
Bill 'Cody' Smith, 83, peacefully passed away on June 1, 2025, in Thermopolis, Wyo. Bill lived a legendary life. From humble beginnings in Bearcreek, Mont., where he was born on June 28, 1941, Bill rose to rodeo greatness-winning three Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Saddle Bronc Riding World Championships (1969, 1971, and 1973) and qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo thirteen times. His achievements and accolades in the rodeo world are numerous. Bill's impact on the sport of... Full story
Jackie Raye Kant, 72, passed away at Hot Springs Health in Thermopolis, Wyo., on May 25, 2025. She was born on April 8, 1953, in Casper, Wyo. Services will be at a later date.... Full story
Hugh Ivan Baird, 80, passed away the evening June 3, 2025, in Apache Junction, Ariz. He suffered a stroke in October of 2023 and because of his condition, chose to live the rest of his life where it was warm. Hugh was born in Worland, Wyo., on July 11, 1944 to Leon and Vera (Vass) Baird. He grew up on the Baird family ranch on Gooseberry Creek where he attended grade school. Hugh graduated from Worland High School in 1962. He married Margaret Gottfredson in 1964 and from this union, two sons... Full story
Frederick Quale "Rick" Haworth, 59, was born in 1965 in Billings, Mont., to Henry Huntsman Haworth and Marcia Quale Haworth. He was one of five children and, at the age of five, moved with his family to Thermopolis, Wyo., where he was raised. Rick pursued his education at ITT Technical Institute in Phoenix, Ariz., where he earned a Radio and Television Broadcasting degree. His broadcasting career began in Syracuse, N. Y., where he worked with various news and radio stations and eventually... Full story
Bingo run The 1890’s Riders are hosting a Bingo run. A meet and greet and preregistration get together will be held on Friday, June 13 beginning at 6 p.m. at 7 Lazy S Cafe. On Saturday, June 14, registration begins at 9 a.m. at Wyo Tee’s. Kickstands go up at 10 a.m. The route takes participants from Thermopolis with stops in Meeteetse, Burlington, Greybull, Worland and back to Thermopolis. For more information, contact Frank Davis at (307) 355-9117 or Keith Haagensen at (307) 431-5382. Proceeds will be donated to the Learning Center and Things...
Bentley Harvey, Lizzy Harvey, Adelaide Hernandez, William McCawley, Jayden Hansen and coach Bradyn Harvey pose proudly after a strong showing at the Western Plains Open in Gillette on Saturday, June 7. Adelaide earned 3rd place in her gi division, Jayden secured 1st in no-gi, and William took home double bronze with 3rd place finishes in both gi and no-gi. Several competitors from the Worland gym also medaled, helping the team secure 9th place overall in points for Best Academy....
by Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange Wyoming lawmakers voted to draft a bill that abolishes the state’s property tax system. During a meeting of the Legislature’s Joint Revenue Committee in Gillette, the proposal was introduced by Sen. Bob Ide, R-Casper, who said it’s time for lawmakers to start over from scratch. Taxpayers are “paying unrealized gains” on inflation, he said, and it’s time for the state to “shift to a new system.” Furthermore, recent property tax reform passed in the last two years has created com...
Steven Moak (front), Steven Goodman and several volunteers remove the old surface from the skateboard ramps at the skate park, which is located near the armory....
Top left, Lara Shook sells a raffle ticket to Rhiannon Schiller at the Pride in the Park event held on Saturday, June 7, at Hot Springs State Park; top right, Director Larry and Scott Alwin posed in front of a Rainbow Pride flag; bottom left, Jami Anderson shares homemade bread with visitors; bottom right, the Pride in the Park event attracted approximate 150 people, double in visitation from last year....
