Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
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CHEYENNE - Even before the coronavirus pandemic swept the planet, killing tens of thousands and causing a global economic shutdown, Wyoming lawmakers had plenty to do in the coming months. With the Wyoming Legislature preparing for what will likely be its first special session since 2004, lawmakers’ primary immediate objective will be to address the widespread effects of COVID-19 through one or a few pieces of legislation. Yet lawmakers hope to not lose sight of the long list of issues that were already facing the state prior to the p... Full story
Grand opening of Dubois military museum delayed RIVERTON (WNE) — The grand opening of a world-class museum in Dubois has been postponed. Memorial Day had been the announced date for the public unveiling of the $100 million National Museum of Military Vehicles, constructed by Dan Starks entirely with personal funds. The NMMV is in the final stages of construction at a site a few miles south of Dubois along U.S. Highway 26. Due to concerns about the coronavirus pandemic, along with state stipulations prohibiting large gatherings, museum l...
A state of Wyoming veterans service officer from the Wyoming Veterans Commission is available for telephone appointments only throughout May. Clifford Knesel is available to meet with veterans and their families to discuss state and federal veterans’ benefits, Department of Veterans Affairs claims or VA healthcare. Knesel can also help veterans and their families apply for benefits, file claims or request healthcare. Due to health concerns regarding COVID-19, all appointments for Campbell, Crook and Weston Counties will be conducted via t...
1 Years Ago The Times April 21, 1920 Harry Schloredt has purchased the J.G. Bush residence and will occupy the new home as soon as practical. Mr. Bush is preparing his household furniture for shipment to the home in Oakland, Calif., which he purchased a few months ago. During the blizzard last Saturday the extension flue from the chimney of the Sundance Pharmacy was blown down and the chimney damaged so it was unsafe to have a fire. Consequently the well established and reliable hours of the store being open to the public was slightly...
Due to concerns over COVID-19 and for the safety and well-being of our communities, the Crook County commissioners have closed county facilities until further notice. Even though the doors are closed at the county libraries, library staff will still be working. Services still available include: • Curbside delivery of books, magazines, DVD’s, CD audio books and tax forms (please call 283-1006 and staff will gather items requested and bring to you in the parking lot) • Overdue fines are suspended for the duration and due dates are extended to Ma...
State officials will begin moving next week to ease the restrictions on businesses and gatherings that were put into place in March, Gov. Mark Gordon has announced. Gordon, in a news release and during a news conference Thursday, said the state will take a phased approach to removing the state public health orders that were put in place to slow the spread of the coronavirus. “This will be a balanced approach that will be driven by two guiding principles: public safety and helping more people get back to work,” he said. “We are going to relax... Full story
Restaurants and Cafes • BUFFALO JUMP STEAKHOUSE: Offering curbside pickup 4-8 p.m. for dinner and package liquor. Delivery to Sundance now available. Call 307-643-7173. Menu on Facebook. • COWGIRL PIZZA: Curbside pickup and delivery only, Tuesday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday & Monday: 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Dinner and happy hour specials daily. Menu at www.CowgirlPizza.com • LONGHORN SALOON & GRILL: Now offering curbside take-out only and off sale alcohol. Call 283-3644. Open 11a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Menu at www.Long... Full story
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon has announced that new public health orders effective May 1 will allow gyms, barber shops, hair salons and other personal care services to reopen under specific operating conditions designed to minimize public health risk from COVID-19. Other parts of the phased approach involve easing restrictions on day cares and issuing guidance to hospitals allowing them to resume elective surgeries. “These new orders start our process of getting this part of Wyoming’s economy up and running again,” Governor Gordon... Full story
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Wyoming grew by seven on Tuesday to total 396. Meanwhile, Gov. Mark Gordon announced the state would let some businesses that provide personal services, such as hair salons and cosmetologists, open on Friday if they follow certain safety guidelines. The Wyoming Department of Health, in its daily coronavirus update, said new coronavirus cases were detected Tuesday in Fremont, Laramie and Teton counties. Fremont, the county hardest hit by the coronavirus, saw its confirmed case go up to 101. As of... Full story
