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This is a true story about the Rob Cleveland Award. Rob Cleveland led by example with honesty, courage, honor and dignity to support those around him. His service to public safety in Laramie County and surrounding communities set an example of true leadership for all first responders. The recipient of this award has gone above and beyond to show their support and coordination to the Laramie County Fire Chiefs Association. The commitment to service over the last year has shown exemplary leadershi...
Working on Main Street and a new business was on the agenda at the Burns Town Council meeting on February 26th. One of the first items was to find out the council never voted on Joseph Nicholson to be mayor pro tem when Mayor Jim Clark was on the council. Clark just appointed him. Because of this not being voted on by the council, the council made it official by voting Nicholson to be mayor at the meeting. All approved. There were three building permits to approved by the council. The first one was 224 E Fourth Street with a pole barn 30 feet...
Almost everyone loves animals. How cute and cuddly puppies, kittens, and other animals are. But with cute and cuddly comes responsibility. Learning to take care of animals physically and emotionally and when to visit the veterinarian. Veterinarian's are very special people that help keep our animals in the best of health. Paul Fornstrom is one of those very special people. He has been a veterinarian for 20 years. Fornstrom graduated from Burns High School and then attended the University of...
Pine Bluffs, Wyoming: On February 1, 2024, the 36th Annual Lions International Peace Poster Contest named Felicity Petry, a 'sixth-grade student at the Pine Bluffs Elementary School, as a merit winner in the contest. Approximately 600,000 children from 60 countries participated in this year's Peace Poster Contest. Before reaching the international level, the posters were judged at the club, district. and multiple district levels. At this point, they had been narrowed down to 115 posters. Based o...
One's health is always on a person's mind. But for Walter Hagemeier, it's on his mind a lot more, as he is needing a new kidney. Hagemeier was born is Cheyenne and was raised with three brothers north of Hillsdale. The family farmed and raised cattle. Hagemeier went to Bible School to prepare for the ministry after high school. He married his high school sweetheart Carolyn in 1969. They raised four children and now have eight grandchildren and one great grandson. Hagemeier went into the...
"I've got this cough that just won't go away," my patient says, and I know this story all too well. Chronic cough, a cough that lasts more than two months, is a common ailment which in most cases is benign. But for the patient it is both bothersome and worrisome. If your cough has lasted for less than two months it may just be the residual effect of an upper respiratory infection. Dry cough after having one of many viruses can last for weeks and weeks, and the only cure is time. In patients who...
Laramie, Wyo.-Feb. 26, 2024-The University of Wyoming Extension has released a free online course on how to use electric pressure cookers to prepare healthy, inexpensive meals. "Today, food costs are more expensive and everyone's budgets are tighter," says Kali McCrackin Goodenough, manager of UW Extension's Cent$ible Nutrition Program (CNP). "Using an electric pressure cooker can decrease the amount of active time to cook dinner, which may mean cooking from scratch more often. It can also be...
Fire Academy students can expect to complete about 600 hours of training total, over the course of 18 to 24 weeks. Some students want to become fulltime firefighters because they love the duties of being a first responder. The Fire Academy consists of academic classes, physical conditioning, EMT knowledge, and hundreds of firefighting skills. Student Sage Long, age 18 from Burns, Wyoming is among the volunteers who are currently attending the 2024 Laramie County Fire Academy in Cheyenne. Fellow...
Science is used everyday by everyone. At the Pine Bluffs Library, the Eastern Laramie County Home school group was holding their science fair at the Pine Bluffs Library in the month of February. The Science fair is an event that shows the judges and the teachers that the students are taking a subject and extending themselves to learn about it. Science fairs were started in the 1930's in New York City. This was for the students to challenge each other and learn more. The subject can be anything...
In the middle of winter people do not like to just to sit at home. The four walls caving in can be emotional for most people. Have no fear, the Burns Lions Club comes to the rescue. It is not just that they hosted a dance, but it was the Sweetheart dance. This was one way the guys could treat the other half to a great time. This was the annual spring dance for the Burns Lions Club, who loves to see the people out and about having a grand ole time. The Burns Lions Club is an organization that...
The sweet sound was in the air, carried by the wind around the Pine Bluffs community and in the classroom. The Pine Bluffs High School Chorus was out and about at different places in the area and in the classroom. Every year for the last few years the chorus has been singing songs or serenading if you will, lucky recipients for Valentine's Day. Instead of sending flowers, or maybe sending flowers and these wonderful singers. Taylor McCollum, Shakira Serrano-Lozano, Amanda Michaud, Kaela Adams,...
In a showcase of dedication and passion for agriculture, the Burns FFA Chapter recently held its annual FFA Creed Contest, with freshmen Riley West and Summer Scheiding emerging as standout participants. Their exemplary performances have earned them the honor of representing the Burns FFA Chapter at the upcoming District Contest. The FFA Creed Contest, a cherished tradition within the FFA community, provides members with the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, communication skills, and...
In today's world, trust in law enforcement can sometimes be uncertain. But at Laramie County Sheriff’s Office, led by Sheriff Kozak, we're working hard to be a trusted part of our community. This article highlights the strides we have taken to fulfill our objective of reconnecting with the community and local businesses, forging partnerships that enhance public safety and well-being. At the core of our efforts lies the establishment of formal partnerships with various organizations, a pivotal move towards a more integrated and responsive app...
Good news on the pool at the community center in Albin. The Albin Town council had their monthly meeting on February 8th at 7:00 p.m. During this time of year with the inclement weather the council does not have a lot on the agenda. One of the council members stated, “ Once the weather warms up there will be more at the meetings.” The one thing every month the council checks is the Lunch program. The council wants to make sure people are liking the menu or do they need to encourage something different for the lunch ladies. The lunches at the...
Every year the little ones always look forward to the holidays and it just happens to be time for Valentines day. The Eastern Homeschool group was excited to have a Valentine's party at the Pine Bluffs Library. Homeschooling or regular school is the question. Everyone has their opinion. But these parents are thrilled to teach their kids about school. It is not a question of quality, quantity or the availability of a teacher or a parent. Each kid learns different and homeschooling is one way for...
“No man is an island, entire of itself, every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main.” This is the beginning of a poem from 1624. In it, the poet John Donne appreciates how humans are all connected. Indeed, humans are social beings, and social connection is a factor in our health. We all know the importance of a healthy diet and exercise for our health. We are getting better at understanding the importance of mental health. One thing we do not discuss much, however, are the benefits of social connection. Our relationships with fam...
Every year the bars in Laramie County are competitive against each other to raise money for Bar Bucks. Bar Bucks is the money that is raised and goes into the Laramie County Christmas Basket fund. This is given to families in need at Christmas time, who may be struggling. The bar bucks can be earned at different events or /and just a donation. The owners of the the bars love to raise money for a greet cause. Not every bar participates but most do. It is great to see people willing to help...
Sometimes winter can give you the blues. It can bring people down in attitudes and in school work with kids. The Snowcoming for Pine Bluffs High School is held to help lift spirits. Life is to short to be down. The Snowcoming at Pine Bluffs High is Spirit week, too. This is to build people up at this time of the year. Throughout the week there were different themes and activities for the students and staff. It is inevitable, Monday rolls around after a weekend off and it's back to school and...
In the middle of winter the kids get restless and are wanting to do something. So the Snowcoming was created. The Burns Student Council created different themes and activities for the week with a big dance. Each day is different and fun for all the students and staff. On Monday was Pajama Day. This was great for the students and the teachers. It makes for a relaxing day to start the week. The next theme for the week was to dress as your favorite singer. This theme was easy for some. For example...
Another chapter closed in the history of the Burns Town council on February 12th. The meeting was full of information for the future of the town. The council looked at different projects during the meeting. The big announcement of the evening was the resignation of Mayor Jim Clark as of February 11th. Mayor Clark sent an email to the council that was read by Mayor pro tem Joseph Nicholson. It stated, " I James Clark, resign my position as mayor of the town of Burns, turning my keys over to Joe...
I confess that occasionally even doctors get squeamish. Or perhaps more honestly, this doctor does. My personal list has gotten pretty short, but one of the things that still makes me squirm is something I nevertheless frequently recommend to my patients. So what is this mysterious and rather ominous medical recommendation? Nasal saline irrigation. The practice of rinsing the nose out with liquid probably originated centuries ago in India, and it remains part of spiritual ritual as well as traditional medicine around the world. However, it...
Everything happens for a reason, in the opinion of 1st Lt. Ha Eun Ryoo, 90th Operational Readiness Medical Squadron public health flight commander. Which is why she believes it was no accident that she was pulling through the gate at Fort Sam Huston, Texas, at the same moment a child stopped breathing, requiring CPR to save their life. To live her dreams of studying in the communicable health field, Ryoo earned a genetic developmental biology degree from Stony Brook University, New York, then be...
A big shock came to five students and their parents at Burns High School. Laramie County School District # 2 had their board meeting on February 12th at Carpenter Elementary School. There was some recognition for the district at this meeting. This week and next week the school board was being recognized for all their hard work. Being school board trustees is not for everyone. They have to be available, willing to go to the activities throughout the district, know about legislation, policies,...
Come on in and sit a spell. Have a cup of coffee, maybe a cookie or two and chat with your neighbors or just sit back and relax. Welcome to the grand opening of the Burns Community Center. On Monday, February 5th, it was a fairly beautiful day as in weather and for the Burns Community Center. The Burns Community Center in the last few years has had its ups and downs in the community. The center was once the Burns Senior Center. Because of management of the center, it did not do very well and...
It's that time of year again where most people stay inside due to the wintry cold temperatures and snow falling, sometimes A LOT!. But people love to visit with each other. The communities, especially small ones are like family wanting to catch up with what is happening. The Bushnell Lions Club loves to help people. They put on their annual pancake feed at the Bushnell Fire station on Saturday February 3rd. The pancake feed has been a regular event for years. Fact is, the Bushnell Lions Club...
