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Hot Springs County’s first responders were very active last year responding to a multitude of calls. The following information was gained from the Law Enforcement Center and breaks down dispatch calls for 2015. The county brand inspector responded to eight livestock calls. Wyoming Game and Fish officials had 48 wildlife calls. Government trappers responded to four wildlife calls. The Hot Springs County Sheriff’s Office found three abandoned vehicles, did 29 agency assists, responded to two air...
When it comes to dinosaurs, their enormous stature sometimes comes to mind. This little dinosaur is on the other end of the spectrum. Lori, the smallest dinosaur found in Wyoming, was discovered ironically next to the largest dinosaur found in Wyoming. The new species, the size of a magpie, was dug up from a quarry in Douglas, Wyoming. Both specimens were donated to the Big Horn Basin Foundation by the land owner as long as neither specimen leaves the state. Jessica Lippincott of the Big Horn Ba...
Wyoming tourism economy made some great leaps in the fiscal year of 2014-15. According to the Wyoming Office of Tourism, the state had a record of 10.5 million people visit, this is up from the 10.1 million visitors in 2014. Travel spending in the state grew to just under $3.4 billion in 2015, an increase of $9 million over the previous year. Visitor spending directly affects Wyoming's economy by generating $175 million in local and state tax revenues, up from $163 million in 2014. Since 2005,...
After a short public hearing at the Feb. 2 Hot Springs County Commissioners meeting, the commissioners voted to submit a Site Specific Feasibility Study Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application in the amount of $15,000 to the Wyoming Business Council. A match of $5,000 will be provided by Hot Springs County. The purpose of the feasibility study is to determine the re-development options for the former Hot Springs County Airport. The study will explore options including benefit for low or moderate income families, increased recreatio...
Jurors in Washakie County deliberated just under eight and a half hours before bringing back a guilty verdict on three counts against Thermopolis man, Cody Shinost, in the 2014 roll-over accident that claimed the life of Madisen "Maddie" Price, left her sister, Delanie Price in a coma for months with severe head trauma and caused extreme injuries to a third passenger, Dylan Balstad. The trial began in Washakie County Fifth Judicial Court on Monday, Feb. 1 after Shinost's public defender,...
Hot Springs County Assessor Shelley Deromedi has announced that currently qualified Hot Springs County veterans should contact the assessor’s office by telephone to apply for their 2016 Veteran’s Exemption. Deromedi stated, “In the past, veterans were required to complete a sworn exemption application form in her office each year. Recent legislation made it permissible for the veteran to contact the assessor’s office by phone to apply.” Currently qualified veterans should call the assessor’s office as soon as possible to notify that office...
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s public comment period on 2016 hunting season setting regulations is now open. Individuals interested in the changes to the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission’s regulations are encouraged to attend statewide public meetings or provide written input. Online commenting is available as well. Members of the public can provide comments through the Game and Fish Public Meeting website, by mail, or through a series of statewide public meetings. Public meetings run March 10 through March 21, 2016. The public mee...
Vesper Chapter No. 19, O.E.S., hosted the official visit of the Grand Chapter officers Saturday, Feb., 5. Local Worthy Matron Susan Ray and Worthy Patron Dennis Wilson welcomed Worthy Grand Matron Janel Couture, Worthy Grand Patron Terry Wickhorst and other Grand Chapter officers, their escorts and other members from around the state. Special features of the visit included the Worthy Grand Matron presenting tokens of appreciation to past and present leaders of youth organizations and a tribute to the chapter’s 50 plus year members. The W...
The 2016 Hot Springs County High School Athletics Hall of Fame is accepting nominations now through May 1 for this year’s class of inductees. The categories for hall of fame members are male athlete, female athlete, coach/administrator, special contributor and team. Team nominations are no longer necessary, as any team that has won a state championship is automatically nominated. Nomination forms are available at Owl Creek Graphics at 527 Broadway Street or can be requested via email from markw@rtconnect.net. Completed forms can be returned v...
Dozens of Washakie County residents were called as potential jurors Monday for the Jay Cody Shinost trial being held in Fifth Judicial District Court in Worland. Shinost is facing four counts; one of aggravated homicide by vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, one count of aggravated homicide by vehicle with reckless driving, and two counts of being in control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. All four counts stem from a single vehicle roll-over on May 14, 2014, which...
The 2016 Budget Session will convene with the Joint Session of the Wyoming Legislature and the Governor's State of the State address on Monday, Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Jonah Business Center in Cheyenne. House District 28 Representative Nathan Winters represents Hot Springs County and portions of Big Horn, Fremont and Park Counties. Senator Gerald Geis of Worland represents Senate District 20 which includes Hot Springs County. Winters will be headed to Cheyenne in the coming days and said a majo...
The Thermopolis Town Council put the idea of a splash park to rest during their Tuesday meeting. Town Engineer Heath Overfield stood before the council once again and presented the numbers to construct the splash park in the Bicentennial Park located downtown. The water feature was planned to increase activity in the downtown area by giving families a fun place to go during the summer months. The council originally set aside $100,000 to spend on the feature. Overfield had been working on ways...
Hot Springs Travel and Tourism is requesting funding proposals for the 2017 Fiscal Year that begins July 1, 2016. Events should attract visitors from outside the county, preferably for overnight stays. A funding application and guidelines are available at www.thermopolis.com. For more information, contact Amanda Moeller by email at tourism@thermopolis.com or call 921-8605. Deadline for submitting an application is March 1....
The unemployment rate continues to rise in the state, the current rate jumped up to 4.3 percent in December 2015 compared to 4.1 percent in November. In most counties the rates followed the normal seasonal pattern. The colder weather causes a loss of seasonal jobs in construction, professional and business services and other sectors. Hot Springs County also saw the rise in its unemployment rate going up from 97 people in November to 100 in December. The numbers continue to rise across the state...
After a string of successful events and growing momentum, the Main Street Thermopolis Board of Directors named two community members to positions on the board to further its success in the community. Both Lea Schoenewald and Meri Ann Rush were named to the board, filling the last two possible openings for the group. With ten current members, the board is now fully staffed. Schoenewald was serving as the Main Street Manager, staffing the group’s office and answering phone calls. The group d...
Colter D. Brown, Laurel J. Leonhardt and Everett J. Woodward have been named to the University of Wyoming President’s Honor Roll. Anja Abbott, Dana Bjorhus, Annelisa Herold, Vinichinzo Hinojos-Castle, Chris Leyba and Megan Mortimore have been named to the University of Wyoming Dean’s Honor Roll. Dhestinny Rangel and Linsey Reed have been named to the Central Wyoming College President’s list. Shelly Ivie and Yu-Chu Tien have been named to the Central Wyoming College Dean’s list...
The stars of the southern sky, shine brightly as traffic passes through the Wind River Canyon Sunday evening. Even at night the canyon can provide spectacular views....
The trial for Jay Cody Shinost, who was charged with felony aggravated homicide and felony DUI that caused serious injury, is scheduled to begin in Fifth Judicial District Court in Washakie County on Monday . He was arrested on the charges Nov. 3, 2014, in Hot Springs County. The charges stem from the May 14, 2014, vehicle crash on Black Mountain Road that claimed the life of Madison Price and seriously injured Delanie Price and Dylan Balstad. Delanie and Dylan were transported by helicopter to Wyoming Medical Center in Casper. Delanie was...
The Thermopolis Independent Record brought home a whopping 11 Pacemaker awards for small weeklies from the Wyoming Press Association winter convention held Jan. 21-23 in Casper. The IR staff won first place overall for Best Use of Photographs. This award recognizes publications that practice and promote high-quality photojournalism by providing the best methods of display for their photographs. Zachary White received first place in the General News Photo category for his photo “Pinewood Derby Finish,” which is shown on the front page of the...
A crowd filled the new Pizza Hut building after they opened their doors at 11 a.m. Tuesday....
The third annual Boots and Buckles Ball is set to take place on Feb. 6, promising fun for you and your entire family. The ball is free for everyone and will feature a social hour starting at 5 p.m., a free dinner at 6 p.m., followed by the Queen coronation and auction and dancing. The Rewinders will be in attendance to play tunes for all the dancers in the community. The event is free and all donations and proceeds from the auction will go to the Rodeo Queen program to keep the Queen and PRCA Rodeo a staple of Thermopolis summers. This...
Some great things have come from a team up. There would be no modern telephone system with out Watson and Bell, or modern cars with out the collaborative effort from Ford and Firestone. Locally we have two men working in such collaboration, Josh Thomas and Damien Oliver have teamed up to make "Buffalo Jack," a new flavor on tap at One Eyed Buffalo. Thomas is known for his Jackrabbit Java, a fine select of roasted coffee bean done here in Thermopolis. Thomas orders beans from all over the world...
by Durward D. Jones A loss was felt in Thermopolis when Canyon Sporting Goods closed their doors last year. Fast forward to today, and it has found a new home at White Horse Country Store. Canyon Sporting Goods will be opening Saturday, Feb. 1. Dave Denton, owner of White Horse Country Store, purchased the sporting goods store from Eileen Johnson. Denton and Johnson, long time friends, had discussed being partners for many years and the right pieces finally fell into place. The two have been working since December to make the deal happen, allow...
If you have walked past the old Thermopolis EyeCare building at 110 N. 5th and wondered what is going on inside, you are not alone. Behind the wooden enclosure is the beginning of Thermopolis’ newest storefront: S Squared Designs. Named after the two co-owners, Stefanie Gilbert and Stephanie Conrad, the store found its beginnings in conversations with local artisans who produce unique, handcrafted works of art. Gilbert and Conrad, who have in the past produced handmade wooden signs and r...
The familiar face of Greg Willson has moved his New Youk Life office from his previous location in Storyteller to the corner spot in the old Klink building. Wilson has accepted a promotion from agent to manager for New York Life here in Thermopolis. With the move, Willson is planning on more agents and hopes to find them in Thermopolis. From the time he was a little boy, Greg has been part of this community and is proud to provide his services here....
