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by John Bernhisel Not everyone gets excited about spreadsheets and Census tables. Fortunately for you, I do. The latest population estimates from the Wyoming Economic Analysis Division offer a fascinating snapshot of how the Big Horn Basin is changing. Hidden among thousands of rows of numbers are stories about growing towns, aging communities, shrinking classrooms and a changing workforce. While the U.S. Census Bureau conducts a nationwide census every 10 years, it also produces annual population estimates. Wyoming’s Economic Analysis D...
Farmers and Artisans Market Every Saturday into October the Farmers and Artisans Market is at 5th and Broadway from 8 a.m.-noon. For more information, email Kim at ThermopolisFarmersMarket@gmail.com The Rebel Triathlon The Hot Springs County High School Cultural Immersion Club is hosting The Rebel Triathlon on Saturday, July 18 with a 7 a.m. start time. Check in is Friday evening at 6 p.m. at HSCHS. There are youth and adult categories that include kayaking, running and biking. See the ad on page 2 for more information and a QR code to scan to...
The Thermopolis/Hot Springs County High School Alumni Association has run into a few snags while trying to plan this year’s All Class Reunion. Organizer Shasta Shafer had to make the difficult decision to cancel Saturday’s dance at the VFW and Sunday’s picnic in Hot Springs State Park. Classes will still have their own individual gatherings, although information on them is not readily available through alumni association. Many of the organizers of the individual class gatherings do not provide their information to the alumni association in ad...
by Maggie Mullen, WyoFile.com, via WNE The last two times the governor’s seat was open in Wyoming, the Republican nominee handily won the general election. But first, they won the primary election with less than 50% of the vote, sparking enduring disputes about conservative bona fides and changes to Wyoming’s primary elections. This year, four Republicans are running for governor, setting up the possibility of one of them clinching the nomination once again with less than half of the vote. The candidates include Sen. Eric Barlow, Col. Bre...
Let’s face it - no one likes paying taxes. But when they do pay their taxes, people often wish they got more for their money. And, when they don’t, it can come as no surprise that voters love to hear talk of lowering taxes. In Wyoming, we enjoy some of the lowest tax rates of any state in the union. We have no corporate or individual income tax, and the sales tax rate is among the lowest of all the states. We pay no sales tax on food in Wyoming. Wyoming property tax rates are also among the lowest to be found in the United States. Indeed, the...
The Board of Directors of Hot Springs Health held their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 30. The board has faced some turnover in recent weeks, with new board member Robin VanMaarth joining the board in June. A now second vacancy on the board has also been created due to the unexpected resignation of board member Melissa Johnson. The board will meet on July 8 to consider applications to fill the most recent vacancy. Dr. Mathey reported that Dr. Mackenzie has recently moved on to an OB residency out of state, which currently leaves the...
Michael Ray put on an amazing concert last Friday night at the old airport location. The Sundowners were the opening act. Following the music and dancing, a drone light show filled the sky to finish off the show. The event was brought to Thermopolis by Wyoming Discovery Days....
The Hot Springs County Commissioners met on Tuesday, June 30 to tackle a rather full agenda. At the request of the fire warden, the commissioners declared Hot Springs County to be under Stage 1 fire restrictions as of June 30. The Stage 1 designation comes as a result of the current drought/dry conditions in the county and prohibits any open fires, but allows for grilling and barrel fires, with some restrictions. For a full explanation of the fire restrictions, see the Independent Record Facebook page. A scheduled public hearing on any...
The Travel & Tourism Board held their monthly meeting on June 23 and welcomed their newest member, Julie Music, who was appointed to fill the at-large position on the board previously been held by Mike Sinclair. The board approved Ashley Evans to take over as vice president. In her financial report, treasurer Audra Dominguez announced that the board had completed the 2025-26 fiscal year with an increase in fiscal revenue of more than $31,000 over the preceding period, representing an increase in revenues of 8.07%. In old business, dir...
by John Bernhisel Temperatures across the Big Horn Basin could reach 105 degrees or higher this weekend, creating potentially dangerous conditions for anyone spending extended periods outdoors or without adequate cooling. While many residents will simply seek shade and drink more water, health officials warn that prolonged exposure to extreme heat can quickly become life-threatening, particularly for older adults, infants and young children, people with chronic medical conditions, outdoor workers and those experiencing homelessness. Heat-relate...
The new boat dock has been installed at Hot Springs State Park. The dock is removable to avoid damage from flooding or ice build up....
Farmers and Artisans Market Every Saturday into October the Farmers and Artisans Market is at 5th and Broadway from 8 a.m.-noon. For more information, email Kim at ThermopolisFarmersMarket@gmail.com The Rebel Triathlon The Hot Springs County High School Cultural Immersion Club is hosting The Rebel Triathlon on Saturday, July 18 with a 7 a.m. start time. Check in is Friday evening at 6 p.m. at HSCHS. There are youth and adult categories that include kayaking, running and biking. See the ad on page 12 from more information and a QR code to scan...
This Saturday, the Thermopolis Farmers & Artisans Market (TFAM) kicks off Harvest Bucks. They are excited to bring back this popular program, sponsored this year by Hot Springs Health and Gottsche Performance & Longevity Centers. Because of their generosity, doubling the amount of money received last year, TFAM was able to expand the Harvest Bucks program to include fruit, vegetables, meat, eggs, cheese, milk, breads, canned goods and other locally grown and produced food products. Residents can obtain Harvest Bucks from any of their five partn...
From Wyoming News Exchange newspapers Governor seeks comments on sage grouse order LANDER (WNE) — Gov. Mark Gordon is seeking public comment on proposed revisions to the Sage Grouse Executive Order. These changes stem from updates to the Governor’s Executive Order 2019-3 Greater Sage Grouse Core Area Protection. “Wyoming has consistently advocated for a Greater sage-grouse strategy that recognizes the State’s management authority over the species utilizing the best-available science,” Gordon said. “Wyoming remains a leader in the sage-grouse...
Hot Springs State Park will be packed with vendors, musicians, activities and more on July 11-12. This year’s theme is: Maverick Spirit - 136 Years of breaking trail in Wyoming. Celebrate Wyoming’s rich heritage, creativity, and independent spirit at Wyoming Discovery Days, a free two-day festival set in the scenic beauty of Hot Springs State Park. The fun kicks off early with the Big Music in a Small Town concert and drone show on Friday, July 10. Michael Ray, with special guests The Sundowners, will perform. Gates open at 5 p.m. For tickets,...
At a brief special meeting held on June 25, the Thermopolis Town Council quickly dealt with some financial issues and entering into a discussion regarding problems with through traffic on 14th Street. The council had a discussion of on-going through traffic issues on 14th Street. Specifically, the usage of the street as a through street despite being clearly posted as a non-through street. Transiting 14th Street between West Broadway and Highway 20 South does allow one to avoid whatever congestion actually arises at the one stop light in...
Big cities and small towns across the county are preparing to celebrate America’s 250th Birthday on July 4, 2026, and Thermopolis is no excepetion. Fourth of July events in Thermopolis will include a Wyoming Air National Guard C-130 Hercules aircraft flyover. The time for the flyover in Thermopolis is scheduled for 11:40 a.m. The time is subject to change. Following the primary flyover of the celebration at the Wyoming State Capitol in Cheyenne, two Wyoming Air National Guard C-130 Hercules aircraft will split into western and eastern r...
WW Partners, LLC, a Wyoming-based investment group, has acquired Edrington’s 80% stock holdings in Wyoming Whiskey, returning full ownership of the pioneering Rocky Mountain distillery to its home state. Led by co-Founder David DeFazio, the acquisition marks a new chapter for Wyoming Whiskey. Edrington, the Scotland-based spirits group behind The Macallan, one of the world’s most decorated single malt Scotch whiskies, invested in Wyoming Whiskey in 2018. During its partnership, Edrington worked alongside the Wyoming Whiskey team to refine and...
The Hot Springs County Board of Commissioners has releasing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Property Lease and Development located at 140 Airport Road. Sealed packets will be received from qualified respondents that demonstrate the ability to reach the county’s desired outcomes for the project, which includes, but is not limited to the following: 1. The county is seeking proposals for the property to increase economic development. The county may be willing to enter into a public-private partnership, if funding is available. 2. Ideal i...
Long-time University of Wyoming Extension educator Barton Stam was recently named a statewide rangeland management specialist. After years of relying on a single state range specialist, UW Extension has reinstated a second statewide position to complement a campus-based specialist role. Stam, who has served as an agriculture and natural resources educator in Hot Springs County since 2004, will fill the position serving western Wyoming. In addition to his role as state specialist, Stam will continue to serve as program leader for UW...
Hot Springs State Park will be home to Fourth of July events celebrating America’s 250th birthday. An ice cream social will be held at the Kiwanis Shelter in Hot Springs State Park on July 4 from 2-4 p.m. The event is hosted by the Hot Springs County Democrats. Everyone is welcome at this free event. In the evening, Discovery Days is hosting Freedom Fest ’26 from 5-10 p.m. in Hot Springs State Park. There will be live music, an Indian taco dinner, a beer garden, dancing, family fun and games. Bring your lawn chair as there will only be lim...
Hot Springs State Park will be packed with vendors, musicians, activities and more July 11-12. This year’s theme is Maverick Spirit - 136 Years of Breaking Trail in Wyoming. Celebrate Wyoming’s rich heritage, creativity, and independent spirit at Wyoming Discovery Days, a free two-day festival set in the scenic beauty of Hot Springs State Park. Enjoy live music all weekend at the Pavilion featuring Wyoming favorites like Jalan Crossland, Liam & Layne, and other talented Wyoming based musicians. Explore artisan demonstrations, hands-on activitie...
Farmers and Artisans Market Every Saturday into October the Farmers and Artisans Market is at 5th and Broadway from 8 a.m.-noon. For more information, email Kim at ThermopolisFarmersMarket@gmail.com Amphitheater event Agape Church/Set Free Ministries is celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with live music, food and fireworks viewing from their amphitheater, 245 Hwy. 120 W., on July 4 beginning at 7 p.m. Boysen celebration Boysen Marina will be serving up live music, food and drinks on July 4 from 6-9 p.m. Weather permitting, a fireworks s...
Four Wyoming Department of Transportation workers received 2026 district safety leadership awards last week in Riverton. Chase Mead (Thermopolis mechanics), and Jordan Erz (Thermopolis engineers) along with Jimmy Hallam (Lander rural striping), Wallace Perrote (South Pass maintenance) received embroidered winter jackets for their “consistent and outstanding dedication to workplace safety.” According to Thermopolis shop foreman Brandon Blakesley, Mead “has done a great job keeping our work areas safe.” Blakesley said Mead’s efforts in the Therm...
From Wyoming News Exchange newspapers Wyoming’s average gasoline prices drop 14 cents a gallon in past week CHEYENNE (WNE) — Average gasoline prices in Wyoming have fallen 14 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.90 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy.com’s survey of 494 stations in Wyoming. Prices in Wyoming are 48.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago, and stand 78.1 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has decreased 11.4 cents compared to a week ago, and stands at $4.876 per gallo...
