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The Thermopolis Town Council held a brief meeting on January 2 at the Town Hall. During the approval of the bills, there was a discussion about spending on tires for several vehicles. Council member John Dorman Sr. asked if they could have been purchased locally. In the discussion, it was noted that the tires were more affordable out of town. Town engineer Anthony Barnett reported that they are renewing the sewer plant discharge permit. The cost is $200 a year. Barnett requested $1,000 for...
by Samir Knox Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — An Albany County judge ordered the dismissal of a case that would have kept former President Donald J. Trump and U.S. Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyo., off future Wyoming ballots. The case was dismissed without prejudice, leaving the door open for future lawsuits regarding their access to the ballot. The matter mirrors attempts in several other states to ban the former president from appearing on state ballots based on Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which prevents e...
On January 17, there will be two applications presented to the Hot Springs County Land Use Planning Commission at the Annex Building. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. One of the applications is from Daniel and Leila Porath, who are requesting a land use change from agricultural to commercial to allow the short-term rental of three cabins. The property is located in the Wind River Canyon at 1263 Highway 20 South. The other application is from Jeffery Powell, who seeks the approval of a preliminary plat for a minor subdivision dividing a...
On New Year’s Day 2024, Wyoming State Parks and Historic Sites hosted a record number of participants during their annual First Day Hikes with 1,132 attendees hiking more than 2,000 miles. This reflects a 206% increase in participation from 2023. Hot Springs State Park had 72 hikers turn out for the annual event this year. “Each year, our agency strives to enhance this event in ways that will continue to encourage both returning and first-time guests to join us outdoors for this special occasion, and we were, of course, ecstatic to see our Fir...
Join the University of Wyoming Extension educator Melissa Cook for an empowering exploration of essential topics to ensure your safety, well-being and happiness this winter. Drive the winter roads confidently with reminders for winter-ready vehicles, essential items for your car and strategies for staying safe on the roads or when to stay home. Did you know seniors can be more susceptible to hypothermia in chilly homes? Uncover the secrets to staying warm and healthy in and outside your home amid Wyoming’s winter wonderland. Don’t let cab...
The Hot Springs County Historical Society will hold their next meeting on Saturday, January 13 at 2 p.m. at the Historical Museum. This month’s program will be “The Confession of a Historical Bridge Nerd” presented by John Bernhisel. Every bridge has a story. Their story is of hope, engineering, history, design and much more. Wyoming bridges are no exception. We may not have the Brooklyn or Golden Gate Bridges, but Wyoming bridges are equally historic. Sadly, many of Wyoming’s most historic bridges are being replaced or lost without being d...
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) recommends testing homes across the state for radon to find out whether a potentially dangerous health risk could threaten family health. Radon test kits can be ordered online from the department and are free while supplies last. Radon is an invisible, odorless, tasteless and potentially dangerous gas found in many places, including homes. Radon occurs naturally as a radioactive gas released from the element radium; it’s found in rocks, soil and water. As radium in the soil naturally degrades, it can s...
At the December 19 Hot Springs County School District #1 board meeting, during the public comments section, Bob Aguiar came to speak about academic statistics and transportation. However, Chairman Skelton asked which agenda item Aguiar wanted to address. Per their policy rules, public comments must be related to topics on the agenda of the meeting. Aguiar said, “Transportation. Is that on your agenda tonight?” An unidentified person said, “No.” Trustee Nicole Weyer added, “You can always as...
At the December 19 Hot Springs Health board meeting, CEO Scott Alwin gave his report and said, “In reviewing the Organizational Chart, rather than replacing the Chief Physician’s Clinic Officer, we are adding a Chief Quality and Compliance Officer to the Executive Team. We will conduct interviews within the week.” Alwin also said CFO Kevin Benson departed from his position on December 8. His replacement, Gregory Brickner, as Interim CFO, began on December 11. Alwin added, “We are adjusti...
There were many memorable things that happened in Hot Springs County in 2023. The following is a look back at an important, unique or interesting story that ran in the Thermopolis Independent Record each week throughout the year January January 5 The Hot Springs County School District’s Tech Specialist Rick Groh provided a primer to the school board on the district’s new website app. Groh reported the app had been under development since the start of the school year, and explained how it ties directly into the school district’s website, which...
Hot Springs County Assessor Daniel Webber announced that currently qualified Hot Springs County veterans or their surviving spouse should contact the Assessor’s Office by telephone to renew their Veteran’s Exemption for 2024 on their property taxes. If the applicant will be using the exemption for vehicle licensing, they will need to stop by the Assessor’s Office when they come in the courthouse to renew their registration. The exemption can only be used in one county in Wyoming for the tax year and if you are using it on your property taxes...
Janelle Louanne (Couch) Foyil has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. She holds a certificate in real estate with the California Bureau of Real Estate. She is a 1981 graduate of Hot Springs County High School. She is the daughter of Melvin and Marjorie Couch. She lives in Lone, Calif....
At the December 19 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting, the commissioners went into executive session at the beginning. Afterward, the board reconvened into regular session, where they voted and passed the approval to appoint Kristina McNeff to the District Court Clerk position for Hot Springs County. The previous District Court Clerk, Terri Cornella, retired on December 1. The commissioners voted and passed the approval of the Professional Services Agreement with Ardurra for...
At the December 19 Thermopolis Town Council meeting, town attorney Marshall Keller presented three ordinances for their third and final reading. First was a water rate increase from $19.80 to $25.00 per month. Second was to increase the number of bar and grill liquor licenses from two to four. The third was to amend ordinance 864 to correct a typo, but doesn’t change the language meaning. The council voted and passed the approval of all three ordinances separately. The ordinances will take effect when they are published in the Independent R...
Last Tuesday, Kristina McNeff was sworn in as the Hot Springs County District Court Clerk. The HSC Commissioners appointed her to the position earlier that day. McNeff was previously the deputy to Terri Cornella who retired on December 1....
by Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com wia WNE In a last-minute deal, the day before facing the Wyoming Public Service Commission, Rocky Mountain Power admitted a major accounting error regarding fuel cost overruns and agreed to a $9.4 million rebate, resulting in a reduction to the utility’s second major rate hike of the year. Commissioners on Tuesday approved the “energy cost adjustment” settlement agreement that was hashed out between the utility, a coalition of its industrial consumers in the state and representatives of the Wyoming Offic...
On Thursday, a traffic accident involving a vehicle crash with injuries occurred at the intersection of Amoretti Street and S 6th Street. The event resulted in the arrest of one driver with the alleged charges of driving while under the influence of alcohol and violating a stop sign....
Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites, and Trails is pleased to announce the 13th consecutive year of its popular First Day Hikes on January 1, 2024. First Day Hikes are part of a nationwide initiative led by America’s State Parks to encourage people to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors. On New Year’s Day, people of all ages can kick off the New Year out of doors with access to hundreds of free guided hikes organized in all fifty states. “This outdoor event has become an annual tradition for families and nature lovers of all ages, with 370...
The Hot Springs County High School Speech and Debate Team hosted a home novice tournament while some varsity students simultaneously competed in an online tournament on December 15-16. The Bobcats finished with two second place 1A/2A trophies: one for the Hot Springs Novice Holiday Miracle tournament and the other for the Lander Invite online tournament. Coached by Lyle Wiley, Alyssa Brown, Grace Martin, Riley Jeffs and Jean-Luc Willson, the Bobcat varsity students worked the home tournament. Four students competed online while running the tour...
The HSC Hospital Auxiliary is sponsoring our Community Blood Drive on January 8-9. They are very excited to be able to offer a two-day drive, which is a thank you to the community of wonderful donors. Both blood drives will be held at the Senior Citizen’s Center, Monday’s time will be 2-6 p.m. and Tuesday’s drive will be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. A reminder that each donation has the power to save up to three lives. Especially now when the blood supply is critically low, it’s a great time to donate. There is always a need for blood and only vo...
At the December 20 Hot Springs County Travel and Tourism board meeting held at the Quality Inn, Treasurer Audra Dominguez gave the financial report and said their most recent lodging tax revenue deposit was $17,631.37. This amount was down 21% compared to the previous year that month. Also, during a discussion about their budget, the board voted and passed the approval to authorize director Jackie Dorothy to ask the State of Wyoming to investigate if the state would coop in the cost of printing...
At the December 5 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting, the commissioners voted and passed the approval of the AP warrant for $689,684.61 and payroll for $200,548.29. Commissioner Phil Scheel recused himself for the work done by Tumbleweed Propane. Brian Clarkson of Ardurra gave the Geographic Information System (GIS) report and said that they are adding LiDAR to the Road & Bridge applications. LiDAR is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of a pulsed laser to measure...
Last Saturday, attendees of the Beard and Mustache Contest Fundraiser were treated to dinner prepared by We Got Your 6 Portions. Smoking Waters Barber Shop and Salon organized the event and gave out prizes in six categories. Nine contestants competed in the contest. Dan Burton was the winner of the longest beard category with Larry Price receiving an honorable mention. Burton also won the longest mustache contest. The winner of the biggest/bushiest beard was Frank Davis. Gerry Bartlett won best...
Bids for the acquisition of 13 animals from the state bison herd are invited at the Hot Springs State Park office in Thermopolis until 4 p.m. on January 16. The available bison include seven 2023 heifer calves, four 2023 bull calves, one 2022 yearling bull, and one twenty-year-old cow. All the animals have received proper vaccinations. The minimum bids are as follows: $850 for 2023 heifer calves, $1,000 for 2023 bull calves, $1,200 for the yearling bull, and $800 for the twenty-year-old cow. Bidders can submit offers for any or all of these bis...
People for People and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church will sponsor a free Christmas dinner on Monday, Dec. 25 at 12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m. Anyone is welcome. The food will either be delivered or you can eat in. The meal will be served at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 632 Arapahoe. Sign up sheets are available at Public Health, 117 N. 4th Street; Help Center, 426 Big Horn Street or you call the Senior Center at 864-2151; the Episcopal Church 864-3629 or the Chamber of Commerce,...
