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From Wyoming News Exchange newspapers Shooting complex task force finalizes pre-proposal survey SHERIDAN (WNE) — The State Shooting Complex Oversight Task Force completed work during its meeting Friday morning that will help it identify communities interested in being home to the complex. The task force was established by Senate File 169, which Gov. Mark Gordon signed into law March 2. The task force comprises several legislators and representatives from Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources, Wyoming T...
by Mary Steurer Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — As property tax bills flare across most parts of Wyoming, the Legislature is trying to find ways to turn down the heat — especially for homeowners on limited incomes. The 2023 session saw a smorgasbord of roughly 20 proposals aimed at curbing property taxes. Just three survived: a bill expanding funding for Wyoming’s property tax refund program, a resolution calling for a constitutional amendment to make residential property into its own tax class and a bill commissioning...
At the October 17 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting, Barb Rice gave the Youth Alternatives update and said she has 16 total juveniles, which includes 10 males and six females, and she released two juveniles that week. The commissioners and Rice held a discussion about the Alive! at 25 program. Rice explained they do not have a trainer right now, but she said, “I really want one.” In the discussion, they talked about the importance of the program. Rice also discussed the Central Wyo...
Members of the Thermopolis FFA Chapter attended the 56th NILE in Billings, Mont., to compete in a large judging contest against more than 70 other teams from 5 states. The contest was a judge 4 count 4 layout. Teams from Wyoming, Montana, Washington, Oregon and North Dakota competed. The Livestock Judging Team of Rylee Agar, Taylor Agar, Tymber Eckley and Hayden Overfield won the Senior FFA division.Ava Dafoe was an alternate. There were 312 students and 72 teams competing in...
Joe Doak and the Worland Football Officials Association have been elected by the Wyoming High School Activities Association to officiate the first-round class “4A” playoff game between Sheridan and Kelly Walsh played in Sheridan on Friday, October 27 at 6 p.m....
At the October 3 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting held at the Annex, the commissioners held a discussion about the Requests For Information for the development of the old airport property. Four RFIs responses were submitted for the property. They are from Central Wyoming College who offered their support for any future developments; from Daniel C. Wychgram and Hans H. Wychgram for a proposed residential airpark; from Dorman Rentals, LLC for their interest in the old airport...
At the October 3 Thermopolis Town Council meeting, Chief of Police Pat Cornwell reported that they hired a part-time officer who is from Big Horn County who will be in Thermopolis uniform and vehicle. Cornwell said “Maybe down the road” the position will be full time. Town Engineer Anthony Barnett reported that the boiler at the water plant has seals that are leaking glycol and that it is a maintenance issue. They are currently looking for parts. The council held an executive session and after reconvening the meeting, Mayor Adam Estenson said t...
Moonlight Madness is returning to the streets of downtown Thermopolis on Thursday, October 26. There are a variety of activities that you and your family can participate in. The Mason’s tacos will be available from from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Masonic Hall, 521 Arapahoe St. The Costume Contest, sponsored by Wyoming Children’s Trust Fund, will begin at 6 p.m. in the 400 Block of Broadway, in front of Town Hall. Categories are: group, under 1, 1-2 years, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, 7-8 years, 9 years and above. This is also the order of judging. A Pin...
Broadway Bakery has "soft-opened" at their downtown location of 509 Broadway Street. According to owner Sarah Slagle, their current hours are from 7:30-11 a.m., seven days a week. They have a temporary occupancy permit which allows baked goods to be sold. Every day, Broadway Bakery sells different donuts, scones, muffins, pastries, and bread. They have a gluten-free option every day. Once they are fully open, they will have coffee, sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and more. Slagle will have walls...
Hot Springs County Sheriff Jerimie Kraushaar will be hosting is annual pumpkin give-a-way on Friday Oct. 20 from noon-6 p.m. and on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. in front of the Law Enforcement Center at 417 Arapahoe. Children are welcome to come visit with the Sheriff and pick out their favorite pumpkin....
At the September Hot Springs Health board meeting, CEO Scott Alwin introduced Dominic Symes, EVP of Staffing Solutions and Chief Revenue Officer of Health Tech, who was visiting from Orange County. Symes looks after all the different areas of consulting and directly reports to their chairman, Derek Morkel, and works side by side with him, meeting every single day. Symes also oversees the overall marketing strategy for the company, such as branding and design elements. Symes highlighted the comin...
On Saturday, Oct. 21, the Thermopolis Rotary Club is hosting a Putt Putt for Polio fundraiser at Dairyland Miniature Golf from. 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Rotary and its partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative have made great strides to reduce polio cases by 99.9% worldwide over the past 35 years, and they have reduced the circulation of wild polio to Pakistan and Afghanistan. Rotary members have contributed more than $2.1 billion and countless volunteer hours to protect nearly 3 billion children in 122 countries from this paralyzing dise...
At the October Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce board meeting, during old business CEO Meri Ann Dorman discussed the Demolition Derby that was held in August. In the discussion, they covered the Mad Dog prize, which is used to attract more drivers, and the capacity issues due to the location as there are limits to the event as a fundraiser for the chamber. The funds go to pay for the chamber’s staff. They also discussed insurance for the event. Regarding the Chamber Banquet that w...
John Corbin, a former HSCSD teacher, who now teaches social studies at Cody High School, has been named the 2024 Wyoming Teacher of the Year. Corbin, a Wyoming educator for 15 years, is a strong advocate for civics education. He believes that all students should have the opportunity to learn about the history and government of their country. Corbin is a National Board Certified Teacher and has received numerous awards including the John P. Ellbogen Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence in the Advancement of Quality Civics Education. He...
In his analysis and conclusion documents issued on Sept. 21, Special Prosecutor Daniel E. Erramouspe, Sweetwater County Attorney, found that Thermopolis Police Sgt. Mike Mascorro illegally broke into a suspect’s home in April, causing a fatal shootout. However, a provision for law officers in Wyoming’s self-defense law will prevent any criminal charges from being filed. The sergeant could still face civil consequences. Earlier this year, Erramouspe was appointed as Special Prosecutor to rev... Full story
On Wednesday, October 4 Mayor Adam Estenson, Director of Public Works Basil Sorensen, and Assistant the Mayor Jim Jeunehomme held a meeting with the public and business owners to discuss and brainstorm the coming winter season's snow plowing. Mayor Estenson sought comments from the public by inviting them to provide suggestions to improve things and to relay their priorities and procedures. During the discussion, one idea suggested was to create a volunteer list for those who have equipment and...
The Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce held its 102nd Annual Chamber Banquet "Cham-boo Bash" last Saturday, October 7 at the fair building. The guest speaker for the event was Eric Kay. Two awards were given out for the 2022 Business of the Year. Dickey Animal Health was one of the winners. Dr. Dickey, his wife Sherri, and four sons – Eli, Luke, Seth and Silas – moved to Hot Springs County, Wyoming, in 2011 to take over an existing veterinary practice started by Dr. Katrin Kolder. Tha...
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, Oct. 2 12:28 p.m. Deputies took a report of livestock invading neighboring property along Highway 20 North. Tuesday, Oct. 3 7:37 p.m. An investigation was opened for a person who caused damage to BLM pro...
by Nelda Currah, Hunting with Heroes Wyoming “Chief Helper” Once again, the Thermopolis community united in support of our nation’s disabled veterans to host the recent Hunting with Heroes Wyoming Annual Thermopolis Antelope Hunt. The hunt was on September 3, however, the veterans were spotted around town throughout the week and weekend taking in the beautiful local scenery and sharing community with the delightful people in Thermopolis. Hunting with Heroes Wyoming (HwH WY) welcomed twelve veterans from seven different states – Ohio, Pennsylvan...
The Hot Springs County Historical Society will hold “History Buffs Unite: How the Wyoming Historical Society can help your local Chapter and your Personal Projects.” The event will be presented by Aley Philp, Executive Director of the Wyoming Historical Society. It will be on Saturday, October 14 at 2 p.m. at the Historical Museum. The Wyoming Historical Society began in 1953 and is celebrating its 70th Anniversary this year. It is made up of members across not only Wyoming, but the world. The Society is open to membership to any individual int...
Range will hold the third annual Great Pumpkin Hunt in Thermopolis on October 23-27. Be the one to find the Great Pumpkin and win the Grand Prize. Range will be hiding the Great Pumpkin (a real pumpkin decorated with the Range logo) at a location somewhere in Thermopolis. Get the daily clue by visiting their Facebook page @RangeConnected. Range Marketing Manager Linda Weeks said they are holding six different pumpkin hunts in the greater region. In Thermopolis, last year’s hunt they had prizes totaling just over $5,700. This year’s Grand Pri...
What was expected to be a fun day of fishing was damped for some fishermen last Thursday when their truck, boat and boat trailer ended up in the Bighorn River just upstream from the 8th Street Bridge. Officers were able to located the vehicle owner who was safely on the river bank. The owner stated his truck slipped out of gear as he was attempting to launch his boat into the river. The owner secured his own tow truck company to retrieve the truck, trailer and boat....
The Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department is partnering with P6 Station to present a Fire Prevention Pizza Party on Thursday, Oct. 12 from 5-7:30 p.m. You can dine in or have fire department personnel deliver to your door via a fire truck. Delivery will only be within the town limits. To order, call P6 Station at 864-3666 or dine in at 544 Park St. On Tuesday, October 17, there will be an Open House at the Fire Hall, 400 S. 14th St., from 6-8 p.m. Fun activities will be featured that will teach fire safety.... Full story
At the Tuesday, Oct. 17 Thermopolis Town Council meeting, Police Sergeant Michael Mascorro was put on administrative leave for an undetermined amount of time. A press release issued by Mayor Adam Estenson does not explain why Mascorro was placed on administrative leave. Mayor Estenson states in the press release, “The Town and Department have fully cooperated with the Wyoming Department of Criminal investigation which released their findings earlier this month. Upon review of the facts and evidence collected by the Wyoming Department of C... Full story
by Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Members of the Joint Revenue Committee moved to draft legislation during their Monday meeting that would amend the state constitution and implement an acquisition value property tax system in Wyoming. An acquisition value property tax system assesses a property at its market value from the time the property was purchased, with limited annual tax increases until the property is resold, according to the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. Acquisition value is defined under...
