Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
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American Legion Pine Bluffs post 60 Commander John Wise presented three Pine Bluffs recipients district awards in a ceremony conducted at the post on Wednesday, May 9th. The Donald Eisenhauer American Legion Post 60 is one of nine posts in Department of Wyoming American Legion District 6. "Having three winners selected from our post is an amazing accomplishment for our first time submitting candidates in the numerous categories." said Commander Wise. "We submitted some and of the ones submitted...
Bitter winds and heavy coats did not stop the Pine Bluffs Knights of Columbus from teeing off for their annual charity golf tournament this last Saturday. Several teams showed up to brave the elements and play nine holes with the promise of a pulled pork meal and several prizes. Teams of four vied for prizes ranging from t-shirts to cash during the tournament led by financial secretary Dennis Talich. First place this year was a tie. Winners were the Tom Enright team, including: Mel Mollendor,...
Two young men decided to be all they could be this morning at an official signing of intent to enlist in the Wyoming National Guard upon graduation. As parents Teresa and David Herman and Ana and Shawn Shmidl watched, Josh Herman and Bradley Shmidl accepted their enlistment promises from Sergeant First Class Kerry Wyatt and Sergeant Ethan Flick. In a ceremony at Pine Bluffs high school Monday morning the two young men stood proud as they agreed to serve not only their country, but also their com...
In 1868 a small out of the way spot was designated Rock Ranch. It was made up of a tent, a slab shack with a chimney, and one square shed. One year later this would become Pine Bluffs. By 1884 Pine Bluffs would become the largest cattle shipping point of the Union Pacific (UP) Railroad at its peak running over 800,000 head of cattle through the Texas Trail. A constant visitor to the station was the last steam engine built for the UP Railroad, the Living Legend #844. In a cloud of steam and the...
Rosemary Henry from the Wyoming Municipal Power Agency stopped by the Pine Bluffs town council meeting last night to present our own Bill Cushing with a certificate of appreciation for his tireless efforts to help out his local area. In a short ceremony Bill was congratulated by Rosemary and Mayor Curtis with his wife Mary by his side. Bill has been tireless in his support of Pine Bluffs, and this recognition was a pleasure to witness. The council discussed final pricing for the niches in the...
Since the birth of this great country America’s men and women have sacrificed life and limb for her freedom. No matter when or where millions have answered the call and defended the freedoms that we enjoy on a daily basis. The month of May is set aside to honor those brave men and women who believed in something bigger than themselves. Men and women who understood that freedom is never free, and that sometimes the greatest liberties come from the greatest sacrifice. On October 13, 1775, the Continental Navy was established. Fighting for the e...
As the Saturday afternoon sun shone down on the unbridled and sweating dog flesh that milled around the track, the inaugural Corgi Derby was set to start. Dressed in their derby finery the corgi owners sipped Mint Juleps and Kentucky Mules while they waited for their heats. Five heats before declaring an overall winner almost 200 people stood outside the Pine Bluffs Distillery enjoying food from Butler Dogs and Fat Howards Chili. At 3:30 p.m. race master Charlie Brown sounded the bugles and the...
The junior class of Burns high school presented "A Night of a Thousand Lights" on Saturday, May 4th at the Historic Atlas Theater. Teens danced the night away to songs arranged by Burn's resident Cody Nusbaum while Dana and Jenna Stanford of Oh Snap 307 provided a fun photo booth experience for prom goers. Surrounded by fellow students the 2019 prom court consisted of Keenan Manlove and Kate Bach as junior attendants, Jack Ickes, Malli O'Neal, Lash Branigan and Shaylee Clark as senior...
April 25th and 26th were bittersweet days at the Special Olympics for Donna Crandall. After more than twenty years with the school district Donna is retiring as special education teacher. With the help of Amy Zitek, Dawn Crouse, Stew Lanning, and a bevy of volunteers, Donna was able to help her athletes bring home several wins for the Pine Bluffs/Burns team. These kids played so well that they've earned a place at state May 9th through the 11th in Laramie. Pine's students did their school...
After more than a year in the making, the Pine Bluffs cemetery is getting a columbarium. Slate grey and black with 64 niches, the columbarium is classic and elegant. Each niche will hold two urns, allowing for placement together for those that request it. The columbarium is set north of the gazebo surrounded by trees and tranquility. The final construction will feature two granite benches, one on either side with year long color winding along each side of the pathway planted by the master...
Four years...that's how long it will take for the new Michaud Farms LLC Winery/Vineyard to produce bottles of wine for the Pine Bluffs area. The University of Minnesota has been working on varieties of hybrid grapes that will stand up to the tough Wyoming weather. These grapes are promised to be as hardy as the Cowboy State itself and the Michaud family plans to bring that fighting spirit to Pine Bluffs. With an ultimate goal of having a building with a tasting room here in town, the Michaud's...
The Kentucky Derby…a show of amazing horseflesh that has captivated audiences for generations. The hats, the drinks, the dresses, everything about the derby is classy and stylish. Erica Unruh and The Pine Bluffs Distillery have worked hard to bring you the inaugural opening of the Corgi Derby! For a small entry fee your corgi can show off his skill in the 50 yard race on Saturday, May 4th at 3:30 p.m. doors open at three. So far Unruh has 23 racers signed up for the event some coming from as far as Lander and Colorado to showcase their a...
One hundred years, not very long for a planet or a life, but for a bank? Wyoming Bank and Trust is celebrating their 100 year anniversary this year, and customers and employees alike can't say enough good things about the bank that's been around as long as anyone can remember. In a small town called Luther, Wyoming, Luther State Bank was opened in 1907. Built to deal with all of the new settlements and agricultural workers, the town of Luther existed for three years, and in 1910 the town was...
The Lions Club awarded their Student of the Quarter Awards tonight at a dinner held at the Rock Ranch Restaurant here in Pine Bluffs. Mackenzie Faircloth, a senior from Burns and Ty Sweeter, a freshman from Pine Bluffs, were each awarded a plaque and a check for $100.00. In an annual presentation each school picks an outstanding student to receive these awards. Mackenzie not only has high ambitions, she carries an amazing workload. President of the FFA, member of the leadership team of FCA,...
Great food provided by Uncle Fred's Catering and amazing company provided by the residents of Pine Bluffs were found at Saturday night's annual Pheasants Forever Banquet. Held in the Pine Bluffs Community Center, the event was a huge success with several hundred in attendance. Monies earned from the annual banquet are used to forward the Pheasants Forever motto which is, "To provide an understanding and appreciation for hunting, conservation, and the outdoors." Silent auctions and a live...
Soft spoken with an easy smile, Mary Cushing is the go to person at our local library. As a child she loved books, and would often play librarian with the collection she had at home. "I would make a pocket for the back, and rig up the special pencil with the date stamp on the top." Said Mary. As a grown up Mary found herself straying away from the library sciences and gravitating towards a nursing degree. She attended Nebraska Western College in Scottsbluff, NE, and was all set to attend nursing...
Military brats, base babies, whatever you call them the world has no shortage of children growing up in military households. Pine Bluffs has one of its very own in Joey Romans. A soft-spoken and highly intelligent young man, Joey is easy to talk to and has a definite idea of where he wants his life to go. Joey started his freshman year at Pine Bluffs High School, and is enjoying his time in our fair town. He moved to town from Cheyenne and is much happier in a smaller setting. "It's a better...
Exercising their second amendment rights is something Gary and Cody Smith take very seriously while still managing to squeeze in a lot of history and a little bit of fun. Located at 4696 Road 204 in Carpenter, the Smithmoor Gun Range is a father/son owned Black Powder Cartridge Rifle Club or BPCR for short. With monthly matches throughout the winter, the Smithmoor Range is steeped in old west history. The Smithmoor is a private club that has hosted several national and local championships and boasts three or four of the top national shooters...
Mrs. Theobald's third grade class jump started Monday's town council meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. Fresh faced and eager, 17 students sat in rapt attention as the bimonthly meeting took place. As part of the third grade government requirement the class was able to watch the council in action, and ask questions of Mayor Alan Curtis and the other council members one student even inquiring about the minimum age requirement to run for a seat on the council. Maybe the council will see a new...
At the Laramie County Retired Education Personnel Luncheon on Monday, March 4, at the Red Lion Inn in Cheyenne, Pine Bluffs High School students under the supervision of Mary Jacobsen in the Business Department made a presentation on innovative programs in which they are participating. Senior, Kami Ragsdale, was the first presenter telling of the Entrepreneurship Class in which she is currently enrolled. She described in detail the real-life experience she has had along with her classmates in...
This sports season has been inspiring. We have watched these young men with anticipation and excitement. They have not disappointed, and one has stood out. Andrew Fornstrom has led our boys on the field and on the court. His commanding spirit, knowledge of the sport, and teaching attitude has comforted his team. His direction and encouragement have been felt by his fellow players. Those that were trying and learning, he brought along. Those with unbelievable talent, he instructed and improved...
"From there to here, From here to there, Funny things are everywhere" In honor of Dr. Seuss, an icon for children's literature, Carpenter Elementary hosted many reading events for Read Across America. Throughout the week, the small school shared stories with elementary students from seven different states through video calls. This has totaled 20 different elementary schools from 14 different states, over the last two years. Their goal is to reach all 50 states! Carpenter students were also...
Thanksgiving is just days away and many of us will be making pumpkin pies as part of our traditional meal. What better way to make the ultimate fresh pumpkin pie that to process your own fresh puree? I remember when I first attempted to do make pumpkin puree, I was under the impression that you only had to cook the pumpkin by steaming, boiling baking or roasting. If I remember I peeled the pumpkin, cut the flesh into chunks, then boiled the chunks until tender, like you boil potatoes. I drained...
This stretch of cold weather has really put the rush on Mike to finish buttoning things up for winter. This week finds him busy in the greenhouse and still canning tomato sauce. Next week we should be picking more peppers in the greenhouse and canning them. The conversation at lunch on Sunday turned to our favorite soups. The cooler weather has us thinking about some of our favorite comfort foods. As the harvest season comes to a screeching halt in Wyoming, many of us have an ever-increasing...
After 37 years of playing music, the heavy metal band Slayer is coming to an end. Although their fame and fortune will more than likely continue, the members have decided to retire. Forming in 1981, and having their first studio album Show No Mercy in 1983, Slayer was very different and was considered controversial because of the style of lyrics they were presenting to the world. Their first two years were spent playing covers of band like Iron Maiden, and Judas Priest. After being voted best...