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Ralph Witters Elementary students Brooklyn Dieu and Maddison Andreen play the chimes during the school Christmas concert....
Students of the Risen Son Christian School perform the play "Christmas in Black and White."...
Numerous homes in Thermopolis are fully decorated for Christmas with colors galore. If you have not yet taken a drive around town to view them, there is still time to take it all in....
The students of Hot Spring County perform in their Christmas concerts....
Guns are a hot topic in the media these days. With folks being divided on who should have them and who should control who has them. Guns are a common accessory in the wilds of Wyoming. Several locals seldom travel anywhere without one. Between hunting and protection of livestock, or just plain recreation, guns are a staple in the Wyoming lifestyle. With any form of gun handling it is imperative to know the firearm you are using, safety is a must. There is only one way to gain the comfort level a...
Results from the Dec. 12-13 Thermopolis Ranch Sort include (in order of finish): Enter Up: Brad Peil and Dawn Peil, Brad Peil and Scott Ratliff, Brad Peil and Charlie Wilkonson, Cal Ragle and Mike Arzy. Novice: Jim McCray and Jennifer Harvey, Kathy Sorensen and Jeanne Waring, Bret Gardner and Jim McCray, Jim McCray and Laurie Gardner. Youth: Brider Peil and Dawn Peil, Mesa Allen and Charlie Wilkonson, Elli Gardner and Laurie Gardner. Total sort Dec. 12: Gina Cuprak, Charlie Wilkonson, Scott Ratliff, tie - Tracy Larson and Brad Peil. Quick...
Area special church services and programs are in full swing for the Christmas season. The area schedule includes: • Community Federated Church, Sixth and Big Horn – Dec. 20, Christmas Cantata, 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; Dec. 24, Candlelight Christmas Eve service, 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. • First Baptist Church, 310 S. Sixth – Dec. 20, Christmas Choir narrative, 11 a.m.; Dec. 24, Christmas Eve service, 6 p.m. • Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 642 Arapahoe – Dec. 20, Holy Eucharist II, 9 a.m., followed by Christmas Program, carry-in and decorating of church...
by Durward D. Jones This time of year can be a lonely time for some, whether it is distance, financial problems or just not being able to be with loved ones. There is no reason to spend Christmas alone. People for People will be hosting their annual Christmas Dinner at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church on Christmas day and everyone is welcome. There will be plenty of food. If you are home bound, volunteers will deliver to your home. Just call ahead to reserve your meal. The family style dinner will...
The penguins of the Polar Pet Park sing and dance as they tell the story of the true meaning of Christmas. Students of the Risen Son Christian School performed an ensemble of musical medleys during the play "Christmas in Black and White."...
The Hot Springs County Barrel Racing Winter Series second event of the season was Sunday at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds. The next event in the series will be Sunday, Jan. 24. Results include: Peewee barrels Division 1D: Taylor Malcolm, 19.444. Division 2D: Allison Magargal, 20.250. Division 4D: Madison O’Meara, 26.433; Kaycee Stothart, 31.804. Youth barrels Division 1D: Emme Norsworthy, 17.205; Brye Williams, 17.270. Division 2D: Katie Fisher, 17.902. Division 3D: Katelyn King, 18.254; Taylor Nuttall, 18.781; Brye Williams, 19.034. Divis...
Ashley Jackson was the winner of the puzzle drawing and was awarded $200 in Chamber Bucks. Connie Fachrneisen was the winner of the second place drawing, winning one of the Main Street Thermopolis ornaments which depict the historic Klink Building. After the tree lighting, carols were sung and families moved to Hazel n Pearls for a special visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus....
A Relay for Life fundraiser will be held at the VFW on Saturday, Dec. 5 featuring vendors, food and fun for the whole family. The fundraiser is for the Relay for Life being planned for August 12, 2016. The craft fair will feature 27 vendors of fine and handmade goods, pictures with Santa from 10 a.m.-noon and lunch available for purchase. Come and support the fight against cancer, get your Christmas shopping done and have plenty of holiday fun at the VFW at 302 Broadway Street....
Sign up sheets for the annual Elf Tree are available at the H.O.P.E Agency at 426 Big Horn Street or the Department of Family Services at 403 Big Horn Street. Parents of children ages newborn to seventeen must have their slips signed and returned to either of the two agencies no later than Monday, Dec. 14 to be included on the tree. The tree is on display at Storyteller. People are encouraged to pick an “Elf” from the tree. Gifts for the Elf Tree should be wrapped and the elf tag attached to the outside for identification. The last day to pic...
The Hot Springs County Historical Society, Pioneer Association and Hot Springs County Museum Board, staff and volunteers are holding their annual Christmas Dinner Sunday, Dec. 6 at 12:15 p.m. in the Big Horn Federal meeting room. Meet, potatoes, rolls, drinks and condiments will be provided. Please bring a potluck dish such as dessert, vegetable or salad. Also bring your own table service. Historical Society memberships will be available. Renew or sign-up to be entered into a special raffle. Everyone is welcome. Bring a friend and enjoy the...
The Thermopolis Gun Club is holding a Turkey Shoot Saturday, Dec. 12 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Bob Milek Memorial Range. Contestants should bring their own firearm of choice. There is a $5 entry fee. Winners will receive a turkey. The range is located 7.5 miles west of Thermopolis on Highway 120. For more information about the shoot, contact Paul Garbin at 921-8303....
Eli and Holt Ready are all smiles after they told Mr. and Mrs. Claus all of their Christmas wishes....
Jessica Lippincott signs a copy of her new book "Wyoming Dinosaur Discoveries" at Storyteller Saturday....
The Foods II class at Hot Springs County High School is putting together a cookbook. The money raised from the cookbook will be used for the class to take a field trip to Jackson Hole, where they will get to experience the world of culinary preparation and service. The class has worked hard as a team developing the cookbook, overcoming many unique challenges group projects often face. The class has used the experience to develop a rapport with the community and hope to continue it as they sell...
A crew member of Central Wyoming Tree Service hangs new Christmas lights on the tree in the Bicentennial Park before Saturday's lighting ceremony....
It is that time of year again, the season of merriment and joy. What better way is there to experience some merriment than through the joy of music. The Hot Springs County School District students will be putting on several concerts in December. The fifth through eighth grade band and choir concert will be at 6 p.m. in the school auditorium Tuesday, Dec. 8. The ninth through twelfth grade band and choir will be performing at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium on Thursday, Dec. 10. Students will be...
The Risen Son Christian School is putting on a musical in the spirit of the Christmas season. Students preschool through seventh will be performing the play “Christmas in Black and White.” Take a visit to the Polar Pet Park with Miss LaToe from the Blue Spruce Middle School for a fun “holiday” school trip. There, the kids learn the true meaning of Christmas from some unlikely sources, penguins. The Students have spent several months working hard for this one night of performance. The play is open to the public and will start at 6 p.m. Monday,...
The Bobcat Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 12 at Hot Springs County High School. If you are interested in judging for the tournament, there will be a brief training on Monday, Dec. 7 in the auditorium at 7 p.m. The training will take approximately an hour and will give judges the tools they need to comfortably handle any event. While our Bobcats will not be competing at their home tournament, schools from the Big Horn Basin as well as Kemmerer and Torrington are scheduled to compete in the single-day...
Thermopolis youngsters gathered Friday night at the Wyoming Dinosaur Center to watch "The Goonies" and eat ice cream as part of Night at the Museum....
Obstetrics lead registered nurse RoxAnne Arnett presents two new fetal heart monitors during the Chamber Meet and Greet at the Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital. In October 2014, the Hospital Foundation Board challenged the community to raise half of the $30,000 needed to purchase a new fetal heart monitor, and in just over a year residents raised more than $17,000 for the purchase of one of the state-of-the-art machines. Arnett surprised those in attendance when she revealed the hospital...
A clothing drive is planned for Dec. 16 and 17 in the commons of Hot Springs County High School. The clothing drive has been set up for people to donate their clean, gently used clothing before Thursday, Dec. 10. On Dec. 16 and 17 anyone can come to the commons and pick out clothes for themselves from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. You can pick up clothing even if you have not donated clothes. There is no limit on the number of items that can be taken home from the clothing drive. Volunteers will be around to help people find clothing and correct...
