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Thermopolis Middle School's girls basketball team took on our age-old rivals, Worland, last Tuesday before taking off for Thanksgiving break. Coach Ginger Ward said the eithth grade A ladies put on a show in the first quarter with ball movement, crisp passing and post entries. "They hit the boards hard," Ward said. "Lexi (Overfield) and Sadie (Burr) played their match-ups very well and the rest of the ladies played great help defense." Top rebounders in the 13-30 loss were Ruthanne Johnson with...
There is very little in this world more magical than a child at Christmas. For some, however, the hopes and dreams of having a child of their own are not to be. For others, a home filled with laughter and joy has space for one more, or maybe two. November is National Adoption Awareness Month so now is a perfect time to hear what joy the pitter patter of little feet can bring into your life, whether its your first child or you sixth. Statistics compiled by the Economist in 2017 show there were...
Hot Springs County High School’s Speech and Debate team will be holding their annual Bobcat Invitational Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 15, and are looking for anyone who would like to be a judge at the tournament. “We have about 13 schools attending the tournament,” coach Cindy Glasson said, “and we could use all the judges we can get.” The judging commitment would not have to be an all day commitment. If you have a few hours in the morning or in the afternoon, they can find rounds for you to judge. There is no prior experience necessary...
The Hot Springs County Education Endowment Foundation is accepting community funding requests for 2019. Those with educational projects or needs are requested to submit their applications before Dec. 30. The endowment has helped fund projects such as the Imagination Library through the Children’s Resource Center, the Yellowstone trip for elementary students, the living wax museum at Thermopolis Middle School and the TMS Water for South Sudan project, among several others. Following the December deadline requests, a committee will meet in Januar...
The nomination period for the Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame (WCHF) begins this Saturday, Dec. 1, with nominations accepted through Feb. 28, 2019. Inductee qualifications include a minimum age of 65 — though special circumstances can be considered — and at least 45 years in the saddle. Nominees don’t have to be born in Wyoming, but must have had primary residency in the state of Wyoming as a working cowboy or cowgirl. Similarly, nominees don’t need to have owned a ranch; they could have been a ranch hand. Rodeo does not eliminate nominee...
The open enrollment period for health care coverage is currently underway through healthcare.gov. The enrollment end date is Saturday, Dec. 15, and if you don’t have your coverage chosen by that time, you may not be able to get government sponsored healthcare for the coming year. Residents of Wyoming sometimes have a difficult time getting coverage at a reasonable rate for a number of reasons, however, through the Health Insurance Marketplace, various plans are available for little to no cost. Some may qualify for an insurance plan with tax c...
One of the best ways to get into the Holiday Season is to listen to a little Christmas music, and Hot Springs County schools have you covered. Christmas concerts will kick off with the middle school concert on Dec. 13. It will begin at 7 p.m. at the auditorium. Next on the schedule is the Pre-K concert which will also be held in the auditorium on Dec. 18. Music begins at 7 p.m. You’ll be treated to a double dose of Christmas cheer on Dec. 20 with a pair of concerts. Ralph Witters Elementary will hold their concert in the auditorium at 2 p.m. a...
As Jacob Elder puts up a shot, Darren Elder waits to snag a rebound during the Hot Springs County Recreation District's Turkey Hoop Shoot....
In spite of the snow that was coming down on Saturday, lots of people were on hand to do a little Christmas shopping at the Days Inn....
Following an executive session at their Nov. 27 meeting, the Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees approved the guaranteed maximum price (GMP) of $19,595,049 for the hospital’s renovation and expansion project. Hospital CEO Margie Molitor said for that price Sletten Construction will be able to complete Phases 0.5-4 for the project, which includes all patient care and outpatient areas. The fifth phase, Molitor added, would turn the hospital’s lobby into a meeting room, and mov...
You went out to start your car this morning and it started, but only after a few tries. The engine is a little sluggish, but hey, that’s normal for winter. You head out for work and see that stop sign at the end of the street. Next thing you know, you’re sliding through the intersection with that terrified look on your face. You weren’t prepared for this, were you? Living in Wyoming, most of us know its never too early to get your vehicle ready for the long winter ahead, but sometimes its good to have a reminder before Old Man Winter gets...
The Hot Springs County High School Drama team headed out to Rock Springs Wednesday evening to participate in the Wyoming State Drama Festival. The students will perform or present their work from the fall season, including the one act play, “The Lottery”. The festival starts today (Thursday) and finishes up on Saturday. “The students have worked hard and are really excited to go show off their work with the other students in the the State of Wyoming,” coach Mary McGillivray said. This event has over 700 students from across the state partici...
The Children’s Resource Center will host its annual Soup with Santa event on Tuesday Dec. 4. The event provides youngsters an opportunity to visit with St. Nick, and families can check out a variety of soups for dinner and even do crafts together. This year’s crafts include ornaments, plates, signs and towels, and prices vary. Dinner is free, though donations are accepted, and parents are encouraged to bring their own cameras for pictures with Santa. The event is from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and Santa will be stopping by from 6-7 p.m...
Icicles aren't the only things hanging from roofs and rafters, as the weight of frost makes interesting designs out of spider webs....
Not only were the humans hunkered down at home last weekend with the huge snow storm, even the pets didn't want to venture outside unless absolutely necessary. With winter, pet owners need to think about keeping their dogs, cats and other furry family members safe and warm. Just because they sport their own fur coat does not mean they aren't susceptible to the cold. Just like people, pets' tolerance to the cold can vary from pet to pet, based on their coat, their body fat stores and even their overall health. You may need to shorten the length...
The Hot Springs County Senior Center is hosting a reservation only spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 8 from 5:15-6:30 p.m., in conjunction with the Golden Age Club Bingo Night. Plates for the dinner are $12 each, for a meal that includes spaghetti, green beans, salad, garlic bread and drinks. For those who want to stick around after the meal and play some Bingo, each dollar per plate will go to a Bingo card. To make your reservation, contact the senior center at 864-2151....
The Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital will host its annual silent auction in the hospital lobby on Thursday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Bidders do not need to be present to win, and proceeds will go toward the purchase of two bassinets for the nursery. The event also provides an opportunity to check out the new parking areas at the front of the hospital if you haven’t had a chance to yet, so come on out and show your support for our hospital and auxiliary, and maybe pick up a unique item for your home or a Christmas gift for someone o...
