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The planning cycle for the long-awaited Hot Springs State Park Master Plan is scheduled to be completed as soon as March of this year. A year long planning process by Wyoming State Parks Historic Sites and Trails included three public meetings held in Thermopolis and input from members invited to participate in a steering committee. The public meetings were advertised in advance in the IR by the state park. Articles were ran in advance of meetings as well as afterward summarizing what took...
If Harry Hughes and the “Citizens for Common Sense Health Care” (which is code talk for “Health Care we don’t have to pay for”) is serious about “sustainable” healthcare in our community, then they and the hospital board, and most of the citizens of our community are in agreement. The differences lie in what constitutes “common sense” health care. I suggest that you ask Harry or any member of the PAC what they envision for “common sense, sustainable” health care for our community. Based on their letter and a previous one, it seems to me that th...
Recently the IR printed a column by Victor Morales defining freedom as the absence of any oversight by any individual, organization, or governmental agency. In his essay he questioned both cultural values and economic policies as infringing on our “freedom”. The arguments he puts forward are not new; they’ve been used by anarchists for centuries, and by teenagers (as parents know) since there were teenagers. That tendency to rebel against any control in the name of freedom seems somehow to be a siren’s call to those who see their own personal i...
by Victor Morales We, in these United States, are taught from an early age that we are free; that we live in a country that encourages and celebrates our God-given natural rights; that the blessings of liberty, secured by the American Revolution, have been passed on to us through the posterity of the revolutionaries of 1776. Perhaps this was so at some point in these United States’ early history, however the progression of events over the past 100+ years create a strong narrative against this. I would argue that, far from being free, we c...
T’was the night before Christmas in a sleepy little town The delivery driver was taking the last presents around Amazon confirmed what I had hoped in my heart That my great nieces and nephews’ gifts were delivered, and Christmas had a great start! But wait, what is this? Unlike St. Nick and his eight tiny reindeer None of the confirmed delivered gifts ever did appear Where did they go? How could this be? What is the reason for this deceit? Then using all the clues, the answer became increasing clear The Grinches from across the way rec...
by Daryl L. Hunter The delisting of the Yellowstone Grizzly Bear is imminent and this we should celebrate (“dancing’’). Now that our happy dance is complete, we must insure the grizzlies’ recovery is permanent. To insure “continuity of achievement,” the grizzlies need a firewall to protect the success of this achievement from human foible. The Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) was formed in 1983 to help ensure recovery of viable grizzly bear populations and their habitat in the lower 48 states through interagency coordinatio...
I am interested in instating a law for helmet use when riding recreational vehicles. I’m currently staying in Thermopolis with family. I had a very bad off-road accident in August that could have killed me. I was on a 4-wheeler, not wearing a helmet, flipped it, rolled it and I landed 30 feet away in a grove of trees. I sustained massive injuries, broke several bones, collapsed a lung, and have what is called a diffuse axonal injury (aka shaken baby syndrome.) I am 38 years old. I cannot walk, talk and comprehend the same as I did before the a...
Thank you to whomever plowed the road leading up to Spiller Butte the other day. Even though you cannot go past the gate anymore, it is still a special place for people to remember things and what Cal King tried to do. It is nice for people to help maintain things. Thanks again. K.D. Jacobs...
Adult protection, grandparent, post office, unclaimed property, secret shopper, census, mail order, sweepstakes, internet, banking, credit card, online dating, charity, employment, lottery, medical, social media, direct debit, telemarketing and genealogy. What do all of these things have in common? Seemingly nothing at first glance. Simply add the word scam after each and you have barely touched the surface of the hundreds of different types of fraudulent schemes designed to trick you into giving away your money or your personal information....
Our Political Action Committee (PAC), focusing on common sense health care for our community, is searching for sustainable health care alternatives. I recently met with a physician and the Vice President of Operations at the Billings Clinic. We discussed the current health care/hospital situation in Thermopolis. The Billings Clinic is actively involved in hospital care at 14 sites in Montana and Wyoming, including 10 critical access hospitals. Their role/level of involvement varies to best match the needs of the local population. I briefed the...
by Bryan Golden Among other things, the holidays are a time of giving and receiving gifts. The question most often asked of people is, "what did you get?" Much less frequently asked is, "what did you give?" Invariably, the inquiries concern material gifts. Purchasing a gift can certainly be thoughtful and a wonderful gesture, especially when it's backed up by your actions. However, the most valuable presents are those that aren't sold in stores. When you give your love, your time, help someone in need, aid another in solving a problem or overco...
Over the next few weeks, Christmas trees will be welcomed into many American homes. The time honored tradition of decorating with an evergreen goes way back. The tradition of decorating with trees and various evergreens in winter started long before the introduction of Christmas. Before the advent of Christianity, plants and trees that remained green all year had a special meaning for people in the winter. Ancient people would hang evergreen boughs over doors and windows. Ancient people would often mark the occasion of the winter solstice in...
I received the Independent Record of November 26 and was interested to read the letter regarding Syrian refugees written by Ron Jones. I would like to comment on his article. I think Americans have "put their chins into the wind" enough regarding Muslim visitors, students, and refugees. I was able to observe the Boston Marathon Bombings as they happened. I also viewed the Twin Towers take-down as it happened. One of my fellow New Hampshire residents was beheaded on video by these loving people. Do you realize the Paris bombing was centered on...
Regarding a recent letter concerning Syrian refugees, I do not agree with, or accept, the liberal mantra “We are better than that!” My knees are certainly not “knocking in fear of the possibility that a terrorist may be among the Syrian refugees.” That possibility has already become reality, a fact pooh-poohed by the liberal left. I do not fear for myself, as the Second Amendment allows me to arm and defend myself and my family. I do fear for some of my family living in sanctuary city San Francisco, inhabited by gunless, hapless, liberals inten...
The calendar doesn’t lie and already you may feel the stress starting to build. The holidays are approaching, bringing with them a flurry of must-accomplish tasks such as baking, shopping, entertaining, traveling and dealing with eccentric family members who arrive ready to renew decades-old arguments. So how can you endure without all those stress-inducing moments ruining your health and sapping your holiday spirit? First off, don’t stress about the fact you feel stressed, says Dr. Donna L. Hamilton, author of “Wellness Your Way.” “Stress is p...
I shall visit my mom for Thanksgiving. She’s pushing 94. She was a WWII hero. She riveted wings while pregnant with me. All the men her age in our family were heroes, too. They fought Nazis and “Japs.” But, that is not the only reason I celebrate on 11/11. 395 years ago her ancestor, William Bradford, set foot on what is now called Cape Cod. The Mayflower was damaged and overloaded with religious refugees. They were trying to escape the wrath of British monarchy so they could have a church and not meet for prayer in secret. They bravely put t...
by Meri Ann Rush Executive Director Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce As Thermopolis celebrates Thanksgiving and moves onto Christmas, a wide range of activities have been planned by the Christmas Committee and we hope you enjoy them. Saturday, November 28 is “Hometown Holiday” and “Shop Small Saturday”. Shop Small Saturday starts at 8 a.m. with retailers opening for early morning shoppers and continuing through 6 p.m. An outdoor market is also being planned. An afternoon matinee is planned at 1 p.m. at the Ritz. The movie showing...
On Sunday, Nov. 8, the Thermopolis community was shaken by an unimaginable tragedy. As we reel in our grief and loss, as we pray for those affected and those involved, we find ourselves in a place that deserves introspection. Trains and railways have for over a century formed the backbone of industrial America and led our country to become the most powerful in the world. Trains are commonplace in every town and city across our great land. For Thermopolis locals, the blaring of horns day in and day out often goes unnoticed. The same can be said...
On Friday, Oct. 30 your Bobcats came to Lovell to play the Bulldogs in the first round of state football playoffs. I was very impressed by your players. They were sure tacklers and good blockers. But what impressed me more was that after each hard block or solid tackle, your players offered a hand to help our players stand up. That shows a great level of sportsmanship. I noticed that when the game began to wind down and it appeared as though Lovell was going to win, your young men continued to help our team stand back up. They may have lost...
When a major illness or injury leaves someone in need of long-term, nearly round-the-clock care, it’s often up to a family member to step in and provide it. But research shows that the role of caregiving can lead to its own health issues, creating a significant amount of stress and strain for the caregiver. “That stress can come in many forms,” says Marylee MacDonald (www.maryleemacdonald.org), a caregiver advocate and writer whose debut novel, “Montpelier Tomorrow,” was inspired in part by her experience helping care for her son-in-la...
As someone who utilizes the recycle trailers weekly I am greatly appreciative of those who have made recycling a possibility for Hot Springs County residents; thank you! In recent months numerous articles have appeared in our local and area newspapers concerning diminishing landfill space and what can or will be done to alleviate this problem. Recycling is part of the solution and numerous communities throughout the Big Horn Basin have implemented this successfully. Given our distance from major recycling facilities and other cost prohibitive i...
This year I have the privilege of working with three extraordinary students as they tackle various work opportunities throughout town. After two months they have developed an opinion that they want to share with the residents of Hot Springs County. Because they are minors working in the special education program at the high school, they cannot sign their names to any letter. I have signed my name in their place. The following is their opinion: This school year three of us empty garbage cans and pick up garbage in the state park. We go to the...
Director, Wyoming Dept. of State Parks and Cultural Resources Hot Springs State Park is a world-class natural, cultural and recreational resource. The landscape setting, intact river and spring water systems, history, and authentic surrounding community provide unparalleled beauty and recreation opportunities. Master Plans are important tools the parks industry uses to engage the public in setting the best future direction for individual state parks. In 1916, the first master plan was developed for Hot Springs State Park. Following this plan...
The last couple of weeks have brought unexpected and unwelcome news to millions of seniors and disabled people on Medicare. Their already high out-of-pocket costs are going to get higher. For some, premiums for Medicare Part B coverage that pays for doctor and outpatient services will go up as much as 52 percent. For everyone Part D premiums, which cover drug benefits, will increase an average of 13 percent, and everyone will see their annual Part B deductible rise from $147 to $223. These are not trivial amounts considering that half of all...
We’re all still a little shell-shocked from the fallout of the Great Recession. As for newspapers, in 2007 when our world economy was at its peak, so was newspaper pulp production. But by mid-2008 people had stopped spending money and you probably noticed a dearth of 18-wheelers on the highways. But despite the chorus of “print is dead” (led by our own industry) some strange facts have come to light. Pulp sales in the U.S. in 2014 finally surpassed that high water mark of 2007 and 2015 is expected to surpass that. Spending on direct mail also...
