Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
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Crook County Weed and Pest is reaching out for input on the potential listing of cheatgrass as a noxious weed. Because this could have significant financial impacts and might affect the district’s ability to assist in treating other weeds and pests, says District Supervisor Alycia Davis, the board wants to hear from the public before casting its vote. A Call for Action The weed and pest districts for ten Wyoming counties have called for cheatgrass to be added to the State Designated Noxious Weed List, throwing their support behind prevention a...
Wyoming Game & Fish has confirmed that live zebra mussels have been intercepted at the border for the first time this year. The watercraft was intercepted at the Beulah check station on September 22 when the owner stopped for an inspection. Inspectors immediately decontaminated the watercraft and removed zebra mussels in multiple water intakes, along the pontoon and in other areas of the boat. According to Game & Fish, the watercraft had been moored for several months at Pactola Reservoir in South Dakota, where mussels were discovered in 2022....
Students gathered in the auditorium of Sundance High School last week for a morning spent learning how to protect themselves in an active shooter situation. Led by Deputies Jory Tadlock and Cody Lenz, Critical Incident Response Training (C.I.R.T.) is intended to offer a life skill that will help kids protect themselves both at school and out in the world. C.I.R.T was introduced to the community last year as an adapted and locally tailored version of ALICE training. This previous curriculum is...
Colonel Terry Wilkerson of Sundance served in the Wyoming National Guard for 26 years. When he retired in 1990, nobody is quite sure why he was not presented with the flags of his state and nation, but it was an oversight that Adjutant General Greg Porter was keen to remedy. Porter visited Sundance last week with the United States and Wyoming flags in hand, to perform a brief but heartfelt ceremony for the man he sees as a mentor. "Serving in the Guard is twofold: we serve our state and we...
Staff members from Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) were honored with two awards during the Wyoming Nurses Association's (WNA) annual convention at the end of September. An individual member of staff was presented with the Nursing Excellence in the Workplace Award, while the overall team received the Collaborative Practice Award. Katie Wolf, RN was the recipient of the Nursing Excellence in the Workplace Award, which is conferred upon "a registered nurse who has developed an...
The Sundance Lady Bulldogs took a break from conference play this week as they went up against the Hulett Red Devils and the Newcastle Dogies. Opening play on Tuesday, at home, against the Red Devils, the Lady Bulldogs came out strong, taking the first set with an impressive 25-8 victory. Although the Red Devils rallied throughout the second set and edged out a 23-25 win, Sundance quickly regained their momentum. The Lady Bulldogs dominated the third set with a decisive 25-9 victory and didn't...
The Upton-Sundance Patriots secured their first victory of the season this past weekend, as they traveled to Moorcroft to face off against Wolves. The Patriots were the first on the scoreboard Friday night as quarterback Eli Gill connected with Rhett Watt on a 21-yard touchdown pass. Parker Skeens then added the extra point, giving the Patriots an early 7-0 lead. From there, the game turned into a defensive battle as both teams traded stops throughout the second and third quarters. As the...
The Bulldog cross country team couldn't outrun the heat last week as they participated in the Glenrock Invite on Friday. "A number of Bulldog runners took advantage of the flat, asphalt course and set personal records. Although the temperature was in the 80s at race time, the team didn't let it bother them. They've stayed acclimated to the heat this season and have persisted in improving," coach Ann Marie Mickle stated. The Bulldog boys had an impressive finish as each individual runner set a...
Bonnie Jean Beaudoin passed away on August 30, 2024, the day before her 82nd birthday in Gillette, Wyoming. She was born August 31, 1942 on a rural farm near Farmer, South Dakota, to Hie and Margaret Heronimus. Bonnie was one of five children raised on a farm between Farmer and Emery, South Dakota. She cherished that time in her life and had countless memories and stories of her school days, their church and farming. After graduation from Farmer High School, Bonnie attended General Beadle State... Full story
Ervin Ray Keil, 82, of Sundance, Wyoming passed away on September 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Ervin was born on December 31, 1941 in Lemmon, South Dakota, the son of William “Bill” and Alma (Kolb) Keil. He grew up in Perkins County north of the Moreau River with his older sister, Carol and his younger brothers, Dick and Dennis. He attended grade school at Endlee Country School, located near the family homestead. Erv graduated from Newell High School in 1959. Following gra... Full story
Did you know we have a Library of Things collection? You can check out lots of fun kits for a variety of activities. Check out our “Memory Care Kits”. These are geared towards older adults with the goal of helping with memory and cognitive function. Each kit has some kind of game, a fidget or puzzle, plus more items that will engage the mind. LIBRARY HAPPENINGS: MEETINGS: Crook County Library Board meeting Thur., Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. in Sundance. Crook County Library Foundation meeting Wed., Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. in Hulett. Sundance Friends of the Lib...
Prepare your treasure hunting gear, because the Great Pumpkin Hunt is coming back for a second year with a veritable trove of prizes for the lucky winner. Hosted by Range, the contest will begin on October 21 this year. A single, real pumpkin with the Range logo will be waiting somewhere in Sundance, with daily clues to guide you towards it. Those clues will be announced on KZZI’s Eagle Country Wake Up Show and on @RangeConnected on Facebook. The pumpkin will be on public land or a public building. It will not be on a golf course or any p...
1 Years Ago October 2, 1924 Charlie Feldman came over from Williams Divide Monday to start on the long trip to his old home in Switzerland. Charlie has been farming in this country for many years and has concluded to spend his remaining time in the land of his birth. Fire at Hulett Tuesday evening destroyed the blacksmith shop of R. L. Tate and damaged the Hulett Mercantile company's store. It started from a gas explosion, and only prompt action by a large number of fighters saved the store...
With the return of Kenda Huseby DNP-C to Sundance Clinic, the Board of Trustees is no longer seeking a new solution that will allow Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) to continue providing mental health support to its patients. There was concern from members of the community earlier this year, when Huseby made the decision to leave the district. Huseby was recognized during the public comment period for her ability to offer mental as well as physical health support, and her patients asked what would happen in her absence. Hearing th...
Alongside a long list of counties in 41 states and 20 other counties in Wyoming, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is offering relief to farmers and ranchers in Crook County who have recently been impacted by drought. Producers will be given an extended amount of time to replace livestock and defer tax on any gains from forced sales or exchanges. This extension is offered when a region is listed as under exceptional, extreme or severe drought conditions at any point between September 1, 2023 and the end of August this year, as determined by...
The University of Wyoming Extension has released an updated publication promoting the local food movement across Wyoming, connecting consumers with producers. The “2024 Wyoming Specialty Crop Directory” has nearly 1100 listings, including many for producers and the specialty crops and products they offer. These offerings include fresh vegetables and fruits; culinary herbs and spices; honey; homemade goods such as jams, jellies, salsas, barbecue and hot sauces, pickled and fermented vegetables, and fruit pies; hard cider; and wine, among man...
The Sundance seventh graders are on the move for the annual Watkins Fundraiser. The fundraiser began Sept. 30 and will run through Oct. 14. Products should be delivered by Nov. 15 unless a backorder occurs. This has been a valuable money-maker for this class for over two decades. Watkins has been in business for over 150 years. The product line includes spices, extracts, seasonings, sauces, soup bases, liniments, lotions, health supplements and cleaning solutions. Please contact any Sundance seventh grader, Lance Hofland, Lisa Dutton or Susan...
Speeding – Shay Holloway, Florence, TX, 84/80, $10; Jason Marks, Billings, MT, 79/75, $10; Lily McCarty, Spearfish, SD, 79/75, $10; Benjamin Patten, Sheridan, WY, 85/80, $15; Jakob Kramer, Hawarden, IA, 80/75, $15; Ronald Garnett, Seaside, CA, 75/70, $15; Paul Hostettler, White Bear Lake, MN, 85/80, $15; Armando Hernandez Juarez, Powell, WY, 85/80, $15; Madeline Bauer, N. Salt Lake, UT, 85/80, $15; Ashlyn Dodd, Chicago, IL, 85/80, $15; Talya M. Detwiler, Gillette, WY, 85/80, $15; Peter A. Lago, Hollister, CA, 79/70, $103; Robin Weiland, S...
Sept. 23 – Five VIN checks. Four traffic stops. Business checks. Two traffic hazards. Traffic complaint. Animal compliant. Assisted Hulett Police. Fingerprints. Fire page. EMS page. Sept. 24 – Three VIN checks. Information. REDDI report. Fingerprints. Citizen dispute. Citizen assist. Two EMS pages. Fire page. Sept. 25 – Three VIN checks. Fall. Citizen assist. Welfare check. Two coroner calls. Information. Other. Seven EMS pages. Sept. 26 – VIN checks. Two traffic stops. Welfare check. Traffic complaint. Information. Animal complaint. Chest p...
Are you eligible for Social Security retirement benefits or already receiving them? Did you know that you can also receive healthy meals and other nutrition services through the national Senior Nutrition Program? Local meal programs in communities across the country are waiting to serve you. As we age, we have different needs, different ways we take care of our health and different nutrients we need to get from our food. But we don’t always have enough healthy food or the desire to prepare or eat a meal. Whether you need more food, healthier f...
Are you a friendly skeleton or a fun-loving ghost? Your help is needed to help the little ones celebrate Halloween at the annual Trunk or Treat. This year’s candy extravaganza is scheduled for October 26 and will take place, as usual, in the Sundance High School parking lot. The trunk-or-treating will begin at 4:30 p.m. and last for an hour, to be followed by the Halloween Carnival for little revelers inside the school. If you would like to take part in the candy-giving, contact Sundance High School at 283-1007....
Posts threaten mass shooting; Natrona County school district, police say threat is not ‘substantiated’ CASPER (WNE) — The Natrona County School District announced in an email Friday that there is no “substantiated” threat to schools after concerns grew out of a social media post threatening mass shootings. The post that began circulating Friday on Facebook alleged a student was threatening to attack multiple schools Monday. School district officials said in a press release that they worked with the Casper Police Department to determine...
Meeting Notice The annual meeting of the Crook County Senior Services, Inc. Board will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the Moorcroft Senior Center. Publish: October 3, 2024... Full story
Meeting Notice The Crook County Tourism Promotion Board will hold its next monthly meeting on October 23 at 5 p.m. in Moorcroft at the West Texas Trail Museum. Publish: October 3, 2024... Full story
CROOK COUNTY STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND EXPENDITURES PURSUANT TO W.S. §18-3-515 FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 RECEIPTS EXPENDITURES Taxes Property $ 3,057,625 County Commissioners $ 198,340 Sales & Use $ 1,859,197 County Clerk $ 269,982 County 1% Option $ 1,451,113 County Treasurer $ 285,128 Capital Facility 1% $ 601,387 County Assessor $ 312,524 911 $ 76,563 County Sheriff $ 1,497,591 Motor Vehicle $ 462,193 County Attorney $ 426,731 Mineral Severance $ 157,739 County Planner $ 197,564 Railroad Car $ 4,161 County Coroner $ 75,779 Gas $ 252,078 Ag.... Full story
