Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
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A successful step for Senator Ogden Driskill in his efforts to keep Crook and Weston counties whole: his updated plan for redistricting this portion of the state was officially adopted by the committee working on the process last week. “They took my plan and adopted it,” he says of the December 28 meeting of the Corporations Committee. “That’s not to say it’s going to stay, but it’s adopted.” Driskill’s aim since the process began has been to preserve both counties as the basis of their own voting districts – something Weston County has not ha...
Commerce has announced that the Sundance Winter Festival is officially coming back to town. Doubts were raised over the future of the popular event when the original organizers stepped down and the chamber struggled to find replacement volunteers to take on the planning and cover Main Street in the requisite piles of snow. Fortunately, says Jamie Jessen, a solution has now been found in the form of a contract with the organizers of Campbell County's own version of the winter sport contest,...
Though flurries have passed through the area fairly regularly over the last couple of weeks, Wyoming’s snowpack is lower than usual so far this season – and Crook County is almost at the bottom of the list in terms of how much snow has accumulated in this area. While the overall average for the state is 88% of the median for this time of the year, Crook County has just over half the snowpack it would normally see. Only South Platte has a lower percentage at 31% of median. According to the Water Resources Data System and Wyoming State Cli...
The local chapter of the Muley Fanatics has made a name for itself by pursuing worthy goals to support wildlife and habitat, many of which have focused on the younger members of this community. Of special importance to Kyndell Flint, chapter founder, is a project introduced for the first time in 2021 that gave youngsters with life-threatening illnesses the chance to experience the joys of hunting. "We had four total kids that we took out this year. Two deer hunts, one elk hunt and a turkey...
Unemployment rates are continuing to drop across Wyoming, including in this area. Crook remains within the top five counties in terms of the number of people who currently have jobs. Wyoming’s unemployment rate as a whole fell from 4.5% in September to 3.7% by the end of November, marking a period of five months in which that percentage has fallen. This state now sits well below the national average of 4.2%. Crook County shares fourth place on the list with Niobrara at 1.9% unemployment, a modest decrease from September’s 2%. The counties with...
1 Years Ago Jan, 1922 No paper available. 75 Years Ago Jan. 1, 1947 Rewiring of the 100 KW portable R.E.A. power unit, which was brought into Sundance last week, was completed Tuesday afternoon by Homestake electrical engineers and power was turned into the local lines. Tri-County Electric Association manager Landers expressed his relief and thanks that the unit was in operating order as there will be power to spare at the plant now. B.C. Quint was in Sundance Saturday and announced that he had leased the Wonderview Station on Sunny Divide...
FBI Denver has issued a warning to residents of Wyoming and Colorado that a new phone scam is hitting this area in which people posing as local law enforcement demand payment for a warrant of fine to clear the victim’s name. “The FBI warns citizens that if they receive a phone call from someone claiming to be law enforcement asking for money or gift cards, to hang up and report it to their local law enforcement authorities and the FBI,” says FBI Denver Division Special Agent in Charge Michael Schneider. More than 300 women have been hit by th...
A Cheyenne man has been bound over to District Court on possession charges after the person he was staying with in Sundance requested that he be removed from their residence. A Crook County Sheriff’s Office deputy investigated a disturbance and unwanted person at a residence in Sundance on September 30 when the occupant asked for their guest, Clinton Bruguier, to be removed. The occupant stated that Bruguier kept some marijuana in the bathroom cabinet and they wanted it, and Bruguier, removed. The deputy reports observing a metal smoking p...
PINEDALE — Although county and state attorneys argued veterinarian Rex F. Rammell’s appeal in 9th District Court of four brand-inspection convictions and sentences was untimely and improper, the judge disagreed. In Sublette County’s possibly longest-running misdemeanor case, Rammell was charged on June 27, 2019, with violating the state required brand-inspection law by trailering four horses and a colt from Sweetwater County to Sublette County for summer grazing. The law is Wyoming Statute 11-21-103, which Rammell has argued as uncon...
Dec. 27 – Three VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Assist to DFS. Trespassing complaint. Motorist assist. Business checks. Three EMS pages. Dec. 28 – Four VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Suspicious circumstance. Business checks. House watches. Two EMS pages. Fire page. Dec. 29 – Four VIN checks. Three traffic stops. Business checks. Assist to Wyoming Highway Patrol. Two coroner calls. Assist DFS. Assist EMS. Two EMS pages. Two fire pages. Dec. 30 – Five VIN checks. Paper service. Fingerprints. Assist EMS. House watches. Business check. EMS page. F...
Speeding – Jean Samantha, MN, 88/80, $101; Joshua Hamilton, Riverton, 90/80, $105; Jimmie Abbas, IA, 92/80, $120; Joshua D. Anderson, Upton, 64/45, $223; Jana Donaghe, Gillette, 89/80, $103; Matthew Bietsch, SD, 90/75, $135 No Seat Belt (driver) – Austin Lee Lunstra, Hulett, $25 Follow Too Closely – Justin Nipper, Sundance, $90 Fail to Merge into Farthest Lane for Emergency Vehicle – Shamil Tsuntaev, FL, $240 Drive While License Suspended for DWUI – Austin Lee Lunstra, Hulett, $270, 30 days jail/23 days suspended, unsupervised probation...
In last week’s column, I took a look back at 2021 and discovered it wasn’t quite the disaster it seemed – at least, it wasn’t all that bad if you were a thieving dog or lost your wedding ring in a potato patch. That’s all very well, but what about this brand new year of ours? Turns out there’s a great deal to look forward to in 2022, no matter your persuasions or interests. Here are just a few examples of what’s on the horizon. For me, 2022 is special because it’s a year-long celebration of...
The library will be closed Mon., Jan. 17, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We are still doing curbside and in-town delivery if you would prefer not to come inside. We have numerous magazines available for a two-week checkout. CONSUMER REPORTS MAGAZINE is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice to help you make smarter purchases. Get unbiased ratings and reviews for more than 8500 products and services, plus trusted advice and in-depth reporting on what matters most. Consumer Reports is dedicated to independent product...
The Crook County Natural Resource District (CCNRD) is encouraging the public to read two documents that outline both the past and future: an annual report and a plan of action for the year ahead. These documents have been published as a guide to the work that was accomplished over the last twelve months, and the accomplishments CCNRD will be aiming for in 2022. Road Ahead In 2022, CCNRD will continue its work to improve water quality by focusing on impaired stretches of the Belle Fourche River and Donkey Creek, according to its plan of action....
Jan. 1 Site Elevation (ft.) Current Snow Depth (in.) Current Snow Water Equivalent (in.) 30-Year Median SWE Last Year’s SWE Current Percent of 30-Year Median SWE Blind Park Snotel 6870 5 1.8 3.2 1.9 56 Cole Canyon Snotel 5870 8 .8 2.5 .8 32 Ditch Creek 6880 7.9 .8 1.9 1 42 Little Bear Run 6240 6.5 .7 1.7 .7 41 Mallo 6420 8.1 .9 3 1.4 30 Mount Tom 5560 8 06 2.3 .9 26 North Rapid Creek Snotel 6250 5 1.6 3.2 2.3 50 Submitted by Sherry Burr, NRCS...
Notice is hereby given that the Crook County School District #1 Board of Trustees issued warrants for the following bills exceeding $500.00 at the regular meeting of the board held on DECEMBER 20, 2021, at SUNDANCE, WYOMING. To Whom Paid Purpose of Expenditure Amount General Fund A & B Welding Supply Co., Inc. Teaching Materials & Supplies $ 833.96 Ackerman, Brandon Isolation $ 757.34 Acme Tools Jointer $ 1,650.00 All Around Hardware Supplies $ 1,672.17 Alzada Elementary School District 56 Out-of-State Tuition $ 30,580.00 Amazon.com Credit... Full story
City of Sundance December 7, 2021 The Town Council met this day in regular session at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Paul Brooks presiding. Roll call was taken by Mayor Brooks with Council Members, Brad Marchant, Callie Hilty, Joe Wilson present and Randy Stevenson absent. COUNCIL MEMBER MARCHANT MOVED, COUNCIL MEMBER WILSON SECONDED a motion to appoint Stephanie Pribilske to the Economic Development Board. All ayes, MOTION CARRIED. COUNCIL MEMBER MARCHANT MOVED, COUNCIL MEMBER WILSON SECONDED a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. All Ayes, MOTION... Full story
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT WITHIN AND FOR CROOK COUNTY, STATE OF WYOMING IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF: CHARITY MICHELLE NORTHUP, as mother and next best friend of ROWDY W. NORTHUP, RIATA L. NORTHUP and RIGIN S. NORTHUP For Change of Name Civil Action No. 8837 NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Notice is hereby given that on the 24th day of November, 2021, a Petition was filed in the District Court in and for Crook County, State of Wyoming, by Charity Michelle Northup, as natural mother and next best friend,... Full story
Final Acceptance Crook County, Wyoming Dust Mitigation Project Notice of Final Acceptance To all persons, corporations or firms who have any claim for work done for or any materials furnished to Dustbusters, Inc. at PO Box 15, Evanston, WY 82931 for the Crook County Dust Suppression Project, located in Crook County, Wyoming. You are hereby notified that Crook County has accepted as completed, according to plans and specifications and rules set forth in the Agreement between the County and the aforementioned Contractor, the work in connection... Full story
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having occurred and all prerequisites to foreclosure having been met, notice is hereby given that the mortgage given by Joseph A. LaPorte Jr., a single person, mortgagor, in favor of First National Bank of Gillette, mortgagee, dated July 6, 2010, recorded July 9, 2010, in Book 497 of Photos at Page 370, in the Office of the Clerk of Crook County, Wyoming, given to secure payment of a note in the original amount of One Hundred Seventeen Thousand Fifty Dollars and 00/100 ($117,050.00). Said note and mortgage... Full story
STATE OF WYOMING COUNTY OF CROOK IN THE DISTRICT COURT SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT MICHAEL RANS, Plaintiff, vs. ISLAND FAMILY TRUST, DUSTIN P. ISLAND, CO-TRUSTEE; CATHERINE ISLAND-THOMAS; JUDITH ISLAND; PATRICIA ANNE (ISLAND) GOEBEL; AND LENN THOMAS ISLAND; Defendants. Civil Action No. 8727 NOTICE OF EXECUTION SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Writ of Execution dated October 4, 2021 to seize and sell the hereinafter described real property together with improvements thereon and appurtenances appertaining thereto pursuant to Wyoming... Full story
Public Notice of Estray Livestock Pursuant to the Laws of the State of Wyoming, W.S. 11-24-114, we hereby give notice that a list of unclaimed estray livestock taken up by brand inspectors at various locations during the past year is posted and is available for examination in the courthouse of this county. Publish: January 6, 2022... Full story
PUBLIC NOTICE The Crook County Tourism Promotion Board will meet in Hulett at the Community Center at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 19. The public is welcome to attend. Learn more about the Board’s work at DevilsTowerCountry.com. Publish: January 6, 2022... Full story
WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CHEYENNE, WYOMING NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF AND FINAL SETTLEMENT FOR HIGHWAY WORK Notice is hereby given that the State Transportation Commission of Wyoming has accepted as completed according to plans, specifications and rules governing the same work performed under that certain contract between the State of Wyoming, acting through said Commission, and Reiman Corp., The Contractor, on Highway Project Number CN18058 in Crook County, consisting of grading, bridge replacement and miscellaneous work, and the... Full story
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT WITHIN AND FOR CROOK COUNTY, STATE OF WYOMING IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA A. CLARK, Deceased. Probate No. 5872 NOTICE OF PROBATE TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN SAID ESTATE: You are hereby notified that on the 13TH day of December, 2021, the estate of the above-named decedent was admitted to probate by the above-named court, and Merle Clark was appointed personal representative thereof. Notice is further given, all persons indebted to the decedent or to her estate are requested to... Full story
