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Due to repairs needed on the Little Hot Springs bridge in Hot Springs State Park, the Broadway Street bridge will remain open when bridge repairs begin on Monday, June 16. A single lane of the Broadway Street bridge will remain open, and traffic movements over the Bighorn River will be controlled by portable traffic signals. “The contractor will be working with a snooper truck on Monday (June 16), and demolition of the bridge deck is scheduled to begin in early July,” said Wyoming Department of Transportation resident engineer Kelly Eri...
The Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce, met for their annual meeting on June 12. The meeting was conducted at the Kiwanis Shelter, in Hot Springs State Park, and was followed by a picnic. Chamber Director, Meri Ann Dorman, opened the meeting with a discussion on the annual Gift of the Waters Parade, which is scheduled for August 2, at 10 a.m. The theme of the parade is “United we Stand.” Registration forms can be found online on the Chamber’s website, or can be obtained at the Chamber office. Dorman then advised that the Therm...
The Thermopolis Town Council met on June 3 for their first regular meeting for the month of June. Much of the meeting was taken up with citizen participation, where local citizens appeared to voice their concerns, or their support, for allowing fireworks to be used within the Town limits on the Fourth of July. Of those who spoke in opposition to allowing fireworks, the main concern seemed to be the effect of the noise from the fireworks upon pets, the elderly, and local veterans, who may suffer from PTSD. Those who spoke in favor of allowing...
The Hot Springs County Commissioners met on June 3 for their first regular meeting in June. The commissioners were asked to approve the filing of a Satisfaction of Judgment in the District Court case in which the Tipi Retreat and its owners were ordered by the court to pay fines to the county for their violation of the county’s land use regulations. With only minimal discussion, the commissioners agreed to allow the Satisfaction of Judgment to be filed with the court. This action follows up on the commissioners determination to enter into an a...
by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile.com via Wyoming News Exchange The legal battle over a popular swimming spot in Hot Springs State Park could last years, Star Plunge owner Roland Luehne wrote in an open letter last week, casting renewed doubt over the reopening of the pools. The Star Plunge closed to the public in January after Luehne’s latest management agreement with Wyoming State Parks expired. The facility’s future has been in dispute since last spring, when Wyoming State Parks selected a new operator to take over from the Luehne family aft...
The Hot Springs Livestock Show was held last Friday with participants from Thermopolis and all around Wyoming. Results include: Grand Champion Breeding Heifer - Brylee Rodgers, Casper, WY Reserve Champion Breeding Heifer - Hadley Cooper, Powell, WY Grand Champion Beef - Parker Day, Gillette, WY Reserve Champion Beef - Finn Coates, Casper, WY Grand Champion Swine - Kassidy Orr, Casper, WY Reserve Champion Swine - Kassidy Orr, Casper, WY Grand Champion Lamb - Sage Garn, Tremonton, Utah Reserve...
According to Wyoming Department of Transportation resident engineer Kelly Erickson of Thermopolis, the Broadway Bridge construction project has been delayed to a planned start date of June 16. Due to weather delays on other projects, this project has also been set back. During bridge improvements, scheduled to begin June 6, the Broadway Street bridge (crossing the Bighorn River) will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The closure is expected to last through October 16, 2025. During the closure, eastbound traffic will be detoured...
Members of the Thermopolis Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 100 block of Fremont Street around 12:30 a.m. early Monday morning. The house was engulfed when they arrived. The occupant of the house got out without injuries. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the State Fire Marshall....
Depending upon how long you have had the pleasure to live in Thermopolis, chances are, you may have sought treatment at Gottsche Therapy, Rehab and Wellness, which is located next door to Hot Springs Health. Gottsche is a non-profit organization, which was founded in 1954 by William H. and Carrie Gottsche. Mr. and Mrs. Gottsche were sheep ranchers, butchers, and bankers in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Those good folks became aware of the health benefits of the hot spring pools in Thermopolis, and would travel here to aid in the treatment of their...
Barrie Bryant of Thermopolis has been named to the Spring 2025 Chancellor’s List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Hot Springs Health is proud to announce that Dr. Elizabeth McKenzie is completing her second year of residency in family medicine and will move into her third year of residency in July, continuing her training and commitment to serving the Thermopolis community. Dr. McKenzie earned her medical degree from the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine after earning a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry. She h...
Bingo run The 1890’s Riders are hosting a Bingo run. A meet and greet and preregistration get together will be held on Friday, June 13 beginning at 6 p.m. at 7 Lazy S Cafe. On Saturday, June 14, registration begins at 9 a.m. at Wyo Tee’s. Kickstands go up at 10 a.m. The route takes participants from Thermopolis with stops in Meeteetse, Burlington, Greybull, Worland and back to Thermopolis. For more information, contact Frank Davis at (307) 355-9117 or Keith Haagensen at (307) 431-5382. Proceeds will be donated to the Learning Center and Things...
by Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via Wyoming News Exchange Wyoming lawmakers voted to draft a bill that abolishes the state’s property tax system. During a meeting of the Legislature’s Joint Revenue Committee in Gillette, the proposal was introduced by Sen. Bob Ide, R-Casper, who said it’s time for lawmakers to start over from scratch. Taxpayers are “paying unrealized gains” on inflation, he said, and it’s time for the state to “shift to a new system.” Furthermore, recent property tax reform passed in the last two years has created com...
by Joseph Beaudet The Sheridan Press Via Wyoming News Exchange Kindergarten through 12th grade teacher recruitment and retention is among the Wyoming Legislature’s Joint Education Committee’s priority topics for its interim work. Wyoming Department of Education Chief of Staff Dicky Shanor said Wyoming has more than 15 subjects with a “critical shortage.” He explained a critical shortage occurs when 5% or more of the teachers in a subject area are teaching without a full Professional Teaching Standards Board license. The committee reviewe...
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Noon on June 5 - Today, we learned the Broadway Bridge construction project has been delayed. We will have more information in an upcoming issue of the IR. Broadway Bridge will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic beginning this week. The closure is expected to last through October 16, 2025. During bridge improvements, scheduled to begin June 6 , the Broadway Street bridge (crossing the Bighorn River) will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. During the...
by Mark Davis Powell Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange While tourism in the U.S. is dominated by domestic travel, an international travel and tourism organization is predicting travel to the U.S. for tourism in 2025 will fall almost $50 billion below 2019 pre-pandemic levels. Losses this year alone could be more than $12.5 billion over 2024 spending estimates. The study was completed by the World Travel & Tourism Council, an organization dedicated to raising awareness of the full economic and social impact and potential of travel and tourism...
Wyoming State Parks and Historic Sites welcomed 4,843,471 visitors in 2024, reaffirming the state’s reputation as a premier destination for outdoor recreation, heritage tourism, and year-round exploration. The total represents a 5% increase over 2023 and places 2024’s visitation 5% above the five-year average, signaling steady and sustained public interest in Wyoming’s public lands. As part of the agency’s routine data reconciliation process, updated site-level tracking has revised visitation figures for 2022 and 2023. While previously reporte...
Thermopolis Brew Fest will be Saturday, June 7 from 4-8 p.m. downtown near the flagpole. The event will feature Wyoming breweries including One Eyed Buffalo Brewing Company, Wind River Brewing Company, Cody Craft Brewing and Black Tooth Brewing, food vendors including The Local Lemon, We Got Your 6 Portions, Wing It and Rocking Burgers N Dogs, non food vendors including Mike Smith, Patrick Knight and Wyoming Discovery Days. A corn hole tournament will kick off at 5 p.m.. Entry fee is $20 per person. Prize for first place is $100 and second...
Big Horn Basin Pride will be hosting the 3rd annual Pride on the Park on Saturday, June 7 from noon-4 p.m. in Hot Springs State Park at the Washakie Shelter. We Got Your 6 Portions will have food for sale. There will also be music, entertainment, a bounce house for the kids, a raffle, pride merchandise, yard games such as corn hole and more. There will be an open mic and karaoke available as well as other vendors and booths. Bring your own lawn chair....
An Upinarms Gun Show will be held June 7-8 at the Hot Springs County Fairgrounds, 627 Springview, featuring guns, knives, coins antiques and more. Doors will be open to the public from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday. Merchandise will be available to buy, sale and trade. Adult admission is $6 and is good for the weekend. Children $12 and under admitted for free when accompanied by an adult. Vendor fee is $50 for an 8ft. table for the weekend. Vendor set up is Friday, noon to 7 p.m. All guns must be unloaded and tied with...
Bingo run The 1890’s Riders are hosting a Bingo run. A meet and greet and preregistration get together will be held on Friday, June 13 beginning at 6 p.m. at 7 Lazy S Cafe. On Saturday, June 14, registration begins at 9 a.m. at Wyo Tee’s. Kickstands go up at 10 a.m. The route takes participants from Thermopolis with stops in Meeteetse, Burlington, Greybull, Worland and back to Thermopolis. For more information, contact Frank Davis at (307) 355-9117 or Keith Haagensen at (307) 431-5382. Proceeds will be donated to the Learning Center and Things...
The 2025 state convention of Epsilon Sigma Alpha was held in Lander, Wyoming, on May 30-June 1. Members of Alpha Phi Chapter #1148 attending were: Jenifer Grimm, Michelle Herring, Stefanie Ireland, Cindy Magelky and Linda Ziegler. The following awards were received by local members: FIRST PLACE Outstanding Chapter of the Year 6-15 Members Gold Link Award for Excellence in Reporting Educational Programs Distinguished Athenian Award for Educational Director—Carol Andreen Outstanding Educational Program Gold Seal Merit Award Best Reporting Chapter...
by Weston Pope The Sheridan Press Via Wyoming News Exchange As summer temperatures arrive, so do snakes. It’s important for Wyoming residents to know what to do if they get bitten by a venomous snake. Wyoming is home to only two venomous snakes: the prairie rattlesnake and the midget faded rattlesnake. (For comparison, Australia is home to 145 venomous snakes.) Being bitten by a rattlesnake in Wyoming doesn’t guarantee death, but it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible, Dr. Irving Robinson said. “The rattlesnake venom...
This summer, residents of the Bighorn Basin and Fremont County are invited to lace up their walking shoes and join a unique outdoor experience through Wyoming Walks, a program combining fresh air, physical activity, expert-led learning, and social connection. The 2025 Wyoming Walks lineup features four engaging events at some of the region’s most fascinating sites. Each walk varies in distance up to approximately one mile and includes educational commentary from local experts. The goal is to promote movement and community connection while l...
At the May 20 Hot Springs County Commissioners board meeting held at the Annex building, the commissioners voted and passed the approval of the Special Accounts Payable Warrant for $65,813.59 and the 2025 Revenue and Expenditure Report. County Planner Les Culliton held a discussion with the commissioners over several subjects. First regarded the Red Rim Ranch Subdivision Bond, which is due to developer Brian Hayek on July 30. Dave Stewart, the appointed president of the Red Rim Ranch HOA, voiced...
At the May 15 Hot Springs County School District #1 Board of Trustees meeting, during public comments, former trustee Joe Martinez discussed the minutes from the May 1 meeting regarding the approval of the contract for the new superintendent and finances. Martinez spoke about Trustee Bethany Webber’s “consistent pattern” regarding her not voting for multi-year contracts for the past few years. However, Martinez wanted to know “for transparency purposes” why Webber changed her position when she voted for a multi-year contract for the new super...
