Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY OPEN HOUSE LUNCHEON Thursday, June 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This luncheon is free to the public in appreciation for all the community support shown to the library this past year. Come enjoy some incredible food and good company! Library Programming: JERRY BARLOW, CELTIC FINGERSTYLE GUITARIST will be performing in the Library Meeting Room on Friday, June 7, at 6 p.m. A UNIVERSE OF STORIES summer storytime activities for preschool through kindergarten, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in June. The themes are: “A Sky Full of S...
GILLETTE — Circuit Court Judges in Wyoming are not supportive of the state Public Defenders Office’s decision to not represent people who have only been charged with misdemeanors. It’s been a month since State Public Defender Diane Lozano informed Circuit Court judges in Campbell and Natrona counties of her decision, citing staffing shortages. Circuit Judge Brian Christensen, president of the Wyoming Circuit Court Conference of Judges, wrote that he and the other judges are “very alarmed and distressed” that Lozano would go this route. “W...
Casper man arrested after standoff CASPER (WNE) — A Natrona County special response team responded to a domestic assault call northwest of Casper on Sunday, arresting a 51-year-old man after a two-and-a-half-hour standoff. The Natrona County Sheriff’s Office released details of the incident Monday morning. Spokesman Taylor Courtney told media that when sheriff’s deputies responded to the call at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, they knew the male suspect was inside the home but was not answering the door. The man had a “criminal history” that included...
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A clutch of 31 chicks huddled together at the courthouse last week while they waited to move into their very own barn at the fairgrounds, near the Crook County Extension Office greenhouse. The chicks were hatched by Sundance’s kindergarten classes as part of the “Where Food Comes From” project. The idea is to teach kids where their food really comes from, says Sara Fleenor, Extension Educator, which begins with grinding wheat. “In the fall, the kindergarteners will start with their Little...
School is out and summer is here, bringing with it the annual opportunities for young members of the Sundance community to stretch their legs and learn new skills with friends. From soccer to arts and crafts, there will be something for every child over the long vacation. T-ball will be open to kids aged four or five until June 27, with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the high school field from 1 to 2 p.m. Coach pitch t-ball for ages six and seven will take place at the same time and place. Soccer will be divided into two age groups....
Join the Audubon Society and aid in the banding of birds at Keyhole State Park, June 6, 15 and 27 just below the dam adjacent to the Rocky Point Campground. The operation begins at 6 a.m. and continues until approximately noon, or whenever the temperature rises to a level that may stress the birds. Volunteers are asked to help remove birds from nets, band birds, record information and help release them safely back into the wild. All ages are welcome. Volunteers are encouraged to come prepared for the weather including sun screen and drinking...
An annual voluntary closure for rock climbing at Devils Tower will be in effect through the month of June. June 1-30, visitors are strongly encouraged to refrain from climbing on the Tower out of respect for the spiritual and cultural significance of the Tower. The closure zone includes all areas inside the loop of the Tower Trail. This voluntary closure was an agreement reached during the development of the monument’s Climbing Management Plan by a work group that included representatives from climbing organizations and American Indian t...
Devils Tower National Monument and the Devils Tower Natural History Association present a spectacular family fun summer! Ranger evening programs occur Sunday through Thursday, from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Special guest performances Friday and Saturday evenings round out the 2019 summer evening programs. All programs begin at 8:30 p.m. in the amphitheater across from the picnic area. June 7 and 8: Indiana Bones, “Keeper of Legends,” is an Emmy award-winning writer, producer and performing artist. Indy thrills and educates audiences wit...
Crook County Natural Resource District (CCNRD) May 7th Regular Board Meeting Minutes CALL MEETING TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 12:04 pm by Chairman Wayne Garman at the Sundance USDA Service Center, 117 South 21st Street, Sundance, Wyoming. ATTENDANCE Board: Wayne Garman, Ted Parsons, Wanda Burget, Lily Altaffer, Jennifer Hinkhouse Employees: Sarah Anderson, Bridget Helms, Carmen Horne-McIntyre (Call in) Guests: John Roscoe, NRCS Jason Nehl, Sherry Burr & FSA County Executive Director, Sarah Hanlon OPEN ISSUES TO DISCUSS Guest...
Crook County Natural Resource District (CCNRD) Special Board Meeting Minutes from May 29th of 2019 CALL MEETING TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 8:07am by Chairman, Wayne Garman, via phone, for the special meeting located at the Sundance USDA Service Center 117 South 21st Street, Sundance, Wyoming 82729. ATTENDANCE Board: Wayne Garman, (call in), Wanda Burget, and Lily Altaffer Employees: Carmen Horne-McIntyre, Bridget Helms, and Sarah Anderson FINANCIALS The CCNRD Board of Supervisors read through the proposed budget for fiscal...
The Hulett Chamber of Commerce met on June 4, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hitchin Post Café. Present were Kim Somervold, Melissa Bears, Cindee Vitto, Catharine Cardarelli, Lily Altaffer, Loretto Pruess, Julianna Byrd and Bunny. Meeting was brought to order by President Cindee Vitto. Motion was made to approve the minutes, Bears/Cardarelli, mc. Financial were given by treasurer Cardarelli. There was $5,805.24 in checking with a bill to Sagebrush for $1,400. CD 131 -$754.27 CD1118 - $794.50 CD2005 - $1,564.06 Old Business: Rodeo parade was discussed...
The Hulett airport met on June 3, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. Present were DJ Wolfskill, Marvin McAmis, Julie Baker, Melissa Bears, and Jim Neiman. Absent were Joe Ortner and Daryl Baker. Financial - $12,704 in checking Members of HDR and TDO were in the audience. A few questions were asked of them concerning the request for statements of qualifications. Open house will be July 27 from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Same as last year. Pancakes and sausage. Will invite Young Eagles, flight for Life and the experimental club out of Rapid City, SD. New Members – T...
Do you enjoy fresh bakery bread or making it yourself? A loaf of bread purchased at a supermarket is made with preservatives, which serve to prolong the product shelf life. Homemade bread made without added preservatives will grow mold quicker than a store-bought one. Today, I will share tips on how to store bread, how to freeze bread, and how to refresh bread so that it tastes fresh baked. Bread usually tastes best the day it is made. How to store bread Allow freshly baked bread to cool completely to room temperature before slicing or...
