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A few Ralph Witters Elementary first grade students have some follow up advice on how to cook a turkey. First you fin a turkey and then you kill it. Then bring the turkey to you home. And then you cook it for 20M and then you tac it out. Then you cut the turkey and then you put some healthy food on it and then you are dun. Daxton Van Huele Frst, put sesannge on the trkey. Then put the trkey in the uven. Cut the trkey. Then et the trkey. Lawrence Hergert Frst, you tace off the fat. Then you put on the seasunen. Then you cooc it. Haywood Southwor...
To be honest – without trying to be mean: My Mom was not great cook. Don’t get me wrong – I loved her dearly, and I will always be grateful for the knowledge she gave to me. Things like: “A man should always know his strengths - and his limitations”. A sentiment which she accepted for herself, as well as for me. When I was growing up, Mom always worked her full-time job during the day, and would then go to her part-time job at night. That’s what it took to raise her kids by herself. So, the fact was – she never really had a chance to spe...
Dear community supporter, The Hot City Pickleball Club is excited to share an opportunity to help bring pickleball courts to Candy Jack Park in Thermopolis! This community project will provide a fun, active and inclusive recreation space for residents and visitors of all ages. Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, enjoyed by children, families and seniors alike. We are working in partnership with the Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce Foundation dba: Hot Springs Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization,...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) For more than three weeks now, the United States Government has been shut down. Neither the Republicans nor the Democrats appear to be in any hurry to get the people’s work done. Both sides are content to play an “all or none of the marbles” game, and in the meantime, our Senators and members of Congress continue to go on with their lives - traveling, dining, politicking, and most irritatingly, collecting a paycheck, for NOT doing their jobs. Our elected members to the legislative branch are like...
To the Thermopolis Community, My name is Jason Fuss, and as your new Superintendent, I am genuinely proud to join this community and serve the students, families, and staff of Hot Springs County School District #1. Since my arrival, I have felt a truly warm welcome and have seen firsthand the incredible potential and spirit within our schools and community. Building a strong, transparent partnership between the school district and the community is vital. To that end, I want to ensure my door is always open to you. I am setting aside regular, de...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) “The challenge of statesmanship is to have the vision to dream of a better, safer world and the courage, persistence, and patience to turn that dream into reality.” Ronald Reagan. Today, the United States finds itself in the throes of a cultural upheaval. An upheaval which is not unlike that of the 1960’s and 1970’s. Some would argue that the current social battle is just a swing of that proverbial pendulum - in the opposite direction. In times of such turmoil, our country requires, for its very survi...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) We seem to be living in a time when every issue is perceived through a lens of “Us and Them.” You’re either liberal, or you’re a conservative. Alternatively, you may be a radical liberal, or a radical conservative. You may be a democrat, or you may be a republican. You may even be a Republican in Name Only (RINO). Either way, despite the fact that we are all “Americans,” we seem to view some of our fellow citizens as one of “Us”, while considering some other folks as one of “Them.” Perhaps...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) For some, Father’s Day is a time to give thanks. A time to acknowledge the men who have spent their lives, working to provide for a child. Men who understand that their purpose in this world, is to always put that child first. Men who foresee, that the knowledge they pass on to that child, will someday bear fruit, in a future generation. For some, it is a day to remember those men who no longer walk among us. A time to consider, whether the lessons those men imparted are still relevant, and worth p...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) There is a lot of talk in the media these days about DEI. Similarly, the subject is a cause of vociferous debate on social media. It appears, people have concluded that those are things we need to exterminate. To be honest, I always thought those were good things. I was born in the 50s, grew up in the 60s, and came of age in the 70s. In the, relatively, new public high school which I attended, my teachers were mostly recent graduates of college – just getting their start in teaching. As kids, they h...
We are hearing a lot of news out of Washington, D.C. that doesn’t sound good for Wyoming senior centers. The Older Americans Act, which has been vital to our funding and other resources, was first enacted 60 years ago and was scheduled to be re-authorized in 2024. The Senate passed the resolution with 100% support. The House of Representatives let it sit and did not take a vote on it. Now, the Dept. of Health and Human Services has eliminated the Administration for Community Living that has overseen our Title III grants for many years. We a...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) I became a “grown-up” when I was ten years old. When you take on the responsibilities of a being a grown-up – at a time when you are really just a child – one gets the benefit of a jump start on learning, and understanding, concepts like “duty” and “responsibility.” Now that I truly am “old” - I wish I had taken more time to “smell the roses.” While it is possible, I suppose, that I am unique in that regard – I seriously doubt it. My guess is, I am among the vast majority of “old people” when it come...
by Barb Love The Thermopolis Farmers Market has been around, off and on, for many years. Last year (2024) was our last season operating under the auspices of the Red Dirt Master Gardeners organization. Starting with the 2025 season, we will be our own nonprofit entity, with the name of Thermopolis Farmers and Artisans Market. As stated in our bylaw, the purpose of the Market is to: Provide an economic marketplace for any farm or business actively engaged in the production of agricultural products, scratch-made baked goods and prepared foods,...
submitted by Red Dirt Master Gardeners The “Grow a Little Extra” program is back again this year in Thermopolis, asking home gardeners to “grow a little extra” in your vegetable garden, specifically for donation. In our community, Grow A Little Extra donations will go to church food pantries, People to People, the Senior Apartments and the Senior Center, Big Horn Enterprises, Thermopolis Head Start, BOCES, the Philips Help Center and the Pioneer Home. Kelly Strampe from the Red Dirt Master Gardeners, along with Angela Michel, UW Cent$ib...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) Someone asked me, the other day, if I have any regrets. Apparently, to others, I look old enough to have answers for that kind of question. Honestly, I never really thought about it. So, does that mean I don’t have regrets – or does it mean, that I just haven’t yet taken the time to focus on those needling issues - back there in the recesses of my mind? I suppose, I like to think I have tried to live my life in a way that regrets wouldn’t be part of my old age. Despite that effort, however, I do know...
by Kelly Strampe, Hot Springs County Prevention Coalition Member March’s Mental Health and Community Resources Fair raised awareness for the importance of mental health and provided an opportunity to learn more about helpful community resources. The Hot Springs Democrats hosted the Fair as part of their Annual Mid-Winter Community Dinner and asked the Hot Springs County Prevention Coalition to partner with them in planning the program for the evening. Local community organizations and service providers had tables where attendees could make c...
by Dale Horkey, chairperson The Hot Springs County Democrats met in monthly session on Wednesday, April 2nd at 6 p.m. in the Hot Springs County Annex building. Fifteen members were in attendance. A discussion was held regarding our plans for 2025 activities. Items included growing our general membership. Our visibility and community engagement activities include our plans for participating in local events including Discovery Days, Pride in the Park, and our July 4th Ice Cream Social in Hot Springs State Park. We are seeking to lift up more...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) Do we value our Veterans? It seems like a simple question, but when we look close, the answer, or perhaps “answers,” become opaque, at best. As Americans, we always say that we honor those who have served. When we stand for the National Anthem, at least in part, that action is meant to show respect for those who have served in our armed forces. Each November we celebrate Veterans Day, and in May we celebrate Memorial Day - although those days, like so many other holidays, seem to have become more of...
by Jennifer Cheney, Community Prevention Specialist The Hot Springs County Prevention Coalition, in partnership with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), is proud to recognize March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). This year’s theme, “Seeking Understanding,” focuses on increasing awareness of problem gambling as a serious but often misunderstood mental health condition. The campaign seeks to foster greater awareness and empathy, break down barriers to treatment, and provide support for individuals and families impac...
by Daniel Powell (totteringtimes@gmail.com) Here’s the thing about being old: Times change, people change, knowledge and understanding changes – but I am not really a big fan of change. I understand that change will happen – but that doesn’t mean I have to like it. Recently, I have discovered that some political terms – the meaning of which, I had always thought I had learned and understood – seem to have altered, to such an extent, that I find myself wondering if I now know their meaning – or if, perhaps, I had never correctly understood th...
by Laura Phagan, HSH After working for Hot Springs Health for five years, Mackenzie Engel was ready for a challenge and decided earning a certificate to enhance her skills was the best way to do it. Her only setback was the distance to a local college to earn that certificate while also being a full-time employee and a mom. So, when the offer to complete the clinical medical assistant certification through the National Healthcareer Association, Engel made the easy decision to enroll. Since its inception, the NHA has awarded more than one...
Dear Representative Winter and Senator Cooper and fellow members of the Wyoming Legislature: I hope this finds you well. As the legislative session is now in full swing, the HSCSD#1 Board of Trustees has held a work session to discuss several bills currently under consideration, specifically in relation to education. After taking public comment from numerous patrons, a clear theme emerged: many of our community members believe that Wyoming can do better when it comes to these proposed legislative changes. The voices we heard in the room echoed...
A message from Jen Cheney of the Hot Springs County Prevention Coalition In a world full of opportunities to connect and uplift one another, kindness has the power to shine brightly. What if we made kindness the norm—the foundation of how we live and interact every day? Random Acts of Kindness Week, February 9–15, 2025, is a perfect reminder of how thoughtful gestures can spark joy, inspire change, and create lasting impact. Let’s celebrate this week as a chance to embrace kindness as a daily habit and a way of life. 1. Kindness Builds Stron...
“Age is the price of wisdom.” It’s an ancient proverb. One that has been passed down through the fog of time - in cultures spread across the globe. But what does it mean? Benjamin Franklin said: “At 20 years of age, the will reigns; at 30 the wit; at 40 the judgment.” Fair enough. I’ll concede that the passage of time can help one to have a more complete perspective of the world, of people, and even of one’s own life. Franklin lived to be 84. I wonder if he had any words of wisdom about what rules at 50? Or 60? Guess he was keeping that wisdom...
submitted by RYTE Rehabilitation As Americans prepare their health goals for 2025, we want to share tips to help individuals create sustainable exercise habits. They have combined current research with practical strategies to help people maintain their fitness resolutions beyond January. Therapists say that starting exercise isn’t usually the problem, it’s sticking with it. Key tips to remember are: Research showing that exercising four times weekly for six weeks is the minimum for habit formation Schedule exercise into your calendar Treat it...
by Daniel Powell Well, the Broncos managed to outperform all expectations for this season, and have secured the seventh seed in the AFC playoffs. I am sure there are some hard-core Broncos fans that were not surprised - and no doubt, there are many, many, more Broncos fans - who will, adamantly, claim to not have been in the least surprised. After all, everyone loves a bandwagon. Having grown up in the suburbs of Denver, I can truly claim to have been a Broncos fan – long before the team was ever considered to be competitive. In those early d...
