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Hot Springs County School District #1 recently held two community meetings where Superintendent Dustin Hunt discussed the possibility of changing the district’s schedule to 4-day school week. Staff members attended, as well as members of the school board and local citizens. Hunt presented a series of slides to explore the matter. As to reasons why to change to a 4-day school week, Hunt explained there is a substitute teacher shortage, it would be an incentive to recruit and retain teachers, i...
Brooks Jordan, District Manager at Wyoming State Parks, is seeking to provide members of the local community and visitors to Hot Springs State Park (HSSP) an insight on all the park has to offer. "I think with everything that's going on with the concessions and the Star Plunge, there might be some confusion by the public and potential visitors about things like whether or not the park is open, what amenities are available and what people can see and do? Also, what does the future look like?",...
Thermopolis residents need to be aware of new 4-way stop signs located at the intersection of 8th & Arapahoe Streets by the Catholic Church. Be cautious and alert to other drivers that may not notice the new stop signs....
The United States of America begins its 250 year celebration on April 18-19, 2025, with a nationwide initiative called “Two Lights for Tomorrow”. The celebration carries the moniker of Semi-quincentennial, but is more commonly known as America 250. For the “Two Lights for Tomorrow,” the Hot Springs County community will participate in this effort to honor and remember the famous ride of Paul Revere that occurred overnight on April 18-19, 1775. This ride of warning “The British are coming!” event...
Jenifer Grimm conducted the Installation of Officers’ Ceremony on April 8 for President Michelle Herring, who then installed the members of her board. The 2025-2026 officers for E.S.A. Alpha Phi #1148 chapter are: President Michelle Herring; Vice President and Treasurer Cindy Magelky; Secretary Brenda Larson; Awards, Historian, and Photographer Jenifer Grimm; Philanthropic and Scrapbook Chair Carol Andreen; Educational Stefanie Ireland; Ways and Means Jody Mickelsen; Social Chair and Jonquil/Chaplain Kim Enis; Publicity Ruth Galovich; and P...
Wyoming Discovery Days will be held July 12-13 in Hot Springs State Park. The Festival celebrates the handwork and creativity of Wyoming’s own artists, craftsmen and musicians. Festival events on Saturday and Sunday include musicians at the Pavilion in the Park, artisan demonstrations, hands-on activities and more. New this year, a concert with fireworks featuring Chase Rice. This concert will be held Saturday night at the golf course property. Check their website for details and ticket information. Visitors will have a chance to explore and d...
Easter is on Sunday, April 20. The following are the scheduled Holy Week services for various local churches: Federated Community Church, 6th & Big Horn - Maundy Thursday: Thursday, April 17, at 6 p.m. Communion will be served.; Good Friday: Friday, April 18, 6 p.m. Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 20 at 8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. No food pantry, it has been moved to April 27. First Baptist Church, 310 South 6th St. - April 20, Resurrection Service at 11 a.m. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 642 Arapahoe St. - April 17, Thursday at 5:15 p.m. Soup...
The Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce held their Annual Board Meeting on April 10. Chamber president Shelly Burrows read a report of activity they had over the last year. In old business, CEO Meri Ann Dorman reported about the State/Local Civic Bee and said, “The event was good. We ended up with 9 contestants. I will submit the paperwork to be able to hold the event again next year, and we hope it grows.” Dorman also mentioned the closure of the Broadway Bridge from May 28 to October 16. Dorman has worked with businesses in East The...
Easter egg hunts The Lion’s Club will be holding its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 20 at 2 p.m. sharp in the Hot Springs State Park. The event is for children through 9 years old. The age groups are 2 and under, 3-4, 5-6 and 7-9. There are prizes for all ages. The event may be canceled if it is raining or snowing. On Thursday, April 17 at 10:30 a.m., the Hot Springs County Library will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt during Storytime at the library, 344 Arapahoe St. Senior Center trunk sale The Hot Springs County Senior Center is hostin...
The Thermopolis FFA Chapter was represented by 41 students who traveled to Cheyenne last week to attend the Wyoming State FFA Convention. A successful convention was wrapped up with cheers, shouts and a few happy tears as Thermopolis Chapter President Tymber Eckley was announced as the 2025-26 Wyoming State FFA President. She is the first student from Thermopolis to serve as president of the state organization. Since 1938, only six other students from Thermopolis have served as officers at the...
Fifteen members from the Big Springs FFA chapter went to State FFA Convention last week in Cheyenne. Some of their highlights include doing bumper cars and laser tag at the Cheyenne Ice Arena, competing in the CDE events, walking across the stage for the Agriscience fair results and the dance State Convention held. For the fourth year in a row, Big Springs was named a gold chapter. In addition they were named one of the top six chapters in the state. Their application will be sent on to compete...
At the April 1 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting held at the annex building, the commissioners reviewed the Findings of Fact Regarding Michael and Michele Stevens’ Application for Land Use Change. This new document was prepared by the county’s attorney in Sheridan and was presented. During discussion a member of the public, Lee Campbell, interrupted and said, “Mr. Chairman, I’d like to ask Commissioner Galovich to recuse himself from further discussion on the Tipi. I’d like to s...
At the April 1 Thermopolis Town Council meeting, during citizen participation, the council voted and passed the approval of Frank Davis’ request for police escort and corners blocked off for the Motorcycle Awareness Parade on May 3, with the parade path to be announced later. They also approved Lon Beck’s request for street closures on Broadway Street between 5th and 6th Streets beginning on May 23 at 8 a.m. through May 24 for the OEB Kick Off the Summer Party. Sandy Robertson requested a str...
The National Civics Bee was held on Sunday, April 6 at the William H. Malloy Auditorium and winners were announced following the competition. The event was hosted by the Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce. Middle school students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade from public, private, charter, and home schools participated in the first-round civics essay competition. A panel of judges reviewed the essays. Students submitted 27 essays and 11 students participated in the Sunday competition, which...
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, March 31 10:56 a.m. Deputies investigated tire marks found on a property in the South Dickie Avenue area and found it was from the utility company surveying future work on the property. 4:54 p.m. Report...
The Thermopolis Police Department and the Thermopolis Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 100 block of Fremont St. A large garage in the back of the property was fully engulfed in flames and was a total loss. Sparks can be seen from the power line that broke and fell on a neighboring vehicle, causing the vehicle to catch on fire. The fire was extinguished but did result in property damage to the neighboring buildings and vehicles....
Easter is on Sunday, April 20 this year. The following are the scheduled Holy Week services for various local churches: Federated Community Church, 6th & Big Horn - Easter Cantata: Sunday, April 13 at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. “At His Name” by Joel Raney. Regular services at 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. This Sunday is also when their new pastor, Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Morgan begins her service at CFC; Maundy Thursday: Thursday, April 17, at 6 p.m. Communion will be served.; Good Friday: Friday, April 18, 6 p.m. Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 20 at 8 a.m., 9 a.m...
Ralph Nieder-Westermann, Executive Director of Wyoming LifeLine presents "988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Differences and Processes" during the Wyoming AgWell Summit last Saturday at the Hot Springs County Museum. AgWell provides wellness resources and community supports for farmers, ranchers, agricultural workers and their families....
The newest Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) trained community members proudly display there credentials. ASIST is a groundbreaking workshop designed to equip anyone - no matter their background - with suicide first aid skills. This 2-day workshop empowers participants to recognize the signs of suicide, intervene effectively and save lives....
Alternative school calendar meetings Hot Springs County School District #1 is hosting two meetings to discuss an Alternative School Calendar. The first meeting was held March 31 and the second meeting will be held on April 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the William Malloy School Auditorium. The meeting is an opportunity to provide feedback on the potential implementation of a four day school week and the continuation of the RWE alternative calendar. If you are unable to attend, comments can be submitted to dhunt@hotsprings1.org. Book and bake sale The Hot...
On March 31, The Learning Center presented their second of three meetings, Local Government 101. This first part is “How Does Our County Government Work?” Charles Curley led the Pledge of Allegiance and discussed the norms. Dr. John Anderson gave an Introduction to Local Government 101, where he discussed Governmental Structure and its Functions. Anderson talked about the different areas of the US government, specifically the Federal, State and Local, and how they overlap in everyday life. He...
by Nathan Oster Greybull Standard Via Wyoming News Exchange A group of thieves with advanced technological capabilities targeted several ATMs in the Big Horn Basin early last week during a 36-hour crime spree that stretched from Montana to Colorado. Two members of the group were arrested in the Denver area within 24 hours of the thefts, but the others remain at large as federal agencies continue their investigation, according to Big Horn County Sheriff Ken Blackburn. Authorities suspect that at least nine banks were hit, including five in...
Hot Springs County Emergency Management and Public Health Response are hosting a Full Scale Exercise on the evening of Monday, April 14 at the Thermopolis Baseball Fields. The event will involve the activation of multiple lights and sirens, as well as the presence of a helicopter in the vicinity of the Recreational Baseball Fields and the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds. The exercise will simulate an incident involving multiple victims requiring extrication from collapsed bleachers during a community baseball game. This is a collaborative...
At the March 18 Hot Springs County Travel & Tourism board meeting, Treasurer Audra Dominguez and Tourism Director Angie Guyon gave the financial report. The lodging tax distribution for January 31, 2025 was $9,652.58. This amount compares to the same months in 2024, which was $10,511.92 and for 2023, which was $8,757.04. The board voted and passed the approval of the financial report. Guest Chamber of Commerce CEO Meri Ann Dorman presented a request for funds in the amount of $500 related to...
by Allison Allsop Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange On Thursday, the University of Wyoming Board of Trustees unanimously adopted changes to campus policy to allow permitted concealed carry in school buildings. Several board members took time during the discussion to emphasize that the blame does not fall onto them for passing the policy change. The Wyoming Legislature passed the Repeal Gun Free Zones and Preemption Amendments Act, which gives individuals the right to concealed carry on public college and university campuses, during...
