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Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
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Candidates running for Laramie County School District 2 are: Area C - Heidi Romsa; Area D - Jerrid Wiles; Area E - Julianne Randall; and Matt Haas; Area F - Mike Olson and Dean Tidyman. Dean (DJ) Tidyman is running for Laramie County School District #2 in Area F. He said, “I am running because it is time for me to step up. To help direct the kids and be part of the school board. I am doing this for the teachers so the teachers can help the kids. I believe that there is a lot that the teachers do not get. They get overlooked. They are the o...
The residents of Burns have been concerned about the Burns Youth league. On the agenda for the night was more discussion about the Burns Youth League and different parts of the town. The Burns Town Council meet on October 14th. For public comment Trevor Madler had some concerns about the gravel on the south side of the north building. He requested a date for putting solid concrete in. The council will figure that out. For new business for the night was one renewal of a lease and and a new lease for an organization in the community. Hughes...
On the agenda for the evening was the Mobile Home /RV Park and the heaters at the community center. The Albin council meet on October 10th. The ambulance report was given by Zane Willert. There was a donation received in the memory of Bob Moore. The town of Albin, the Albin Ambulance crew and the board would like to thank the family for the donation. They have found some equipment for the new ambulance that is not too high in cost. The maintenance report was given by council member Bob Anderson. The lead report is due on October 16th. They...
To go to college or to not go to college, that is the question. The University of Wyoming has a summer High School Institute camp for Juniors that has been going on for 40 years. The students apply on line. Two Pine Bluffs High school Juniors attended the three weeks long camp this past summer. The students get to experience a bit of college life during this time, minus the homework. Thomas Reifschneider and Kenzie Storm had the honor to go and were able to enjoy the experience. Storm said, "We...
This month I would like to update you on a few projects in town that I mentioned earlier this summer. Work on the Prairie View Subdivision kicked off with a ground breaking ceremony on September 19th. It was great to see so many citizens and interested parties in attendance to help us celebrate this momentous day. I would like to recognize Kim Patterson and the Town staff for all their work in putting this great event together. Prospect Construction has been hard at work installing sewer lines, laying out roads and moving dirt. The Council has...
"Doc, my right hip has been bothering me. Do you think I need a new hip?" "First, tell me more about your hip pain." Hip pain is a common complaint which can have a variety of causes. The first thing that comes to mind is arthritis of the hip joint. The hip is a ball and socket joint. The main upper leg bone, the femur, has a rounded top called the head. Under the head of the femur is the neck, which can often be what breaks when someone suffers a hip fracture. Arthritis and wear and tear over...
Rawlins, Wyo. - Oct. 9, 2024 - The University of Wyoming Extension has released a new, user-friendly resource to help gardeners, landowners and agricultural producers identify effective weed control options. The digital guide, which is presented in an easy-to-read table format, offers treatment suggestions for specific Wyoming state-designated noxious weeds, county-declared weeds and common garden weeds. Potential control methods for each weed are ranked as effective, somewhat effective and...
Laramie, Wyo.-Oct. 15, 2024-The University of Wyoming is thrilled to announce the appointment of Matthew Helie as the new associate director of UW Extension, where he will provide leadership for the 4-H Youth Development program. As one of two associate directors, Helie will oversee 4-H educators statewide and guide the team at the Wyoming State 4-H Office. "Through the interview process, it became clear that Dr. Helie invests in people and has valued relationships through his career," says...
Local Breast Cancer Survivors Nicole Sisson The news that yourself or someone you know has cancer is a scary development in one's life. But for a woman to hear that she has breast cancer is a shock. Cancer in any form is scary and shocking. It can be an emotional roller coaster ride for the fighter and the family of that fighter. Nicole Sisson received such news when she had a mammogram two years ago. She went into get her yearly mammogram, and that is when they found the spot. It was so small...
Students work hard to build skills that help them in the future. Pine Bluffs National Honor Society David J Souders Chapter 11081 is thrilled to have such incredible students in the organization. This organization helps them with scholarships, leadership, service, and character. The students have to apply to be able to be in the organization. There are five teachers that look over the applications to determine if the student fits the criteria of the Pine Bluffs National Honor Society. These...
Most folks remember or still watch once a year, "It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown Halloween spiel. Well, in Carpenter Wyoming the neighbors of Karen and Stan Butler are watching a great pumpkin, too. Karen Butler had a friend in Illinois that liked their giant pumpkins. She would explain and share their experiences about the pumpkins. How they would put them in contests and carve them into toboggans to go down the hills. Butler thought it would be fun to grown one, so her friend sent seeds f...
Back in the old days the kids loved spring because they were able to fly a kite. The fathers would put two sticks together and have the kids design the paper that would be glued to the sticks. Then the string would be attached along with the tail. Kites are a symbolization of freedom and courage. At the Eighth Annual End of the Trail Kite Festival in Pine Bluffs Wyoming, was showing the freedom of the wind that encouraged people to fly a kite. The people love to come to the event to get some...
The Carpenter Elementary School gym was full of people and excitement. It was an event for the entire community to attend. This event is highlighting a new project in the Carpenter area that is helping with the students at Carpenter Elementary. The company name is Tall grass, which is a new company in the area. They have been working on a big project out in the Carpenter area about CO 2. There are methane areas needing a place to put the CO 2. With the help of research and determining if it...
Artificial Intelligence or A.I. has gone from Science Fiction to a reality. This technology continues to evolve and find new applications in the world, including the world of medicine. With any new advancement, there are pros and cons to be considered when implementing it into regular use, especially in medicine. In 2023 the Journal of Medical Internet Research published an article where they had ChatGPT take 2 of the 3 USMLE exams. Step 1 is taken by third year medical students and all...
The inaugural Wyoming Farm to School (WF2S) Day was celebrated statewide by 33 school districts on October 2, marking a significant step in supporting Wyoming farmers and ranchers, and ensuring students have access to fresh, locally grown products. WF2S bridges the gap between local producers and school cafeterias, highlighting the importance of healthy food and agricultural education. Governor Mark Gordon kicked off the celebration on September 18 by signing the official proclamation. On...
From time to time, media outlets around Wyoming love to run scandalous "exposés" about "outside groups" that secretly influence Wyoming legislation. It's all very cloak and dagger, they say, for Wyoming leaders to look beyond their own backyard for innovative solutions. Each exposé includes the standard quote from whichever governor happens to be in office or some generic middle-of-the-road legislator about, "Wyoming solutions for Wyoming problems." Recently, Cowboy State Daily took its turn. G...
The spirit of the Bronc was throughout the school of Burns and high with emotions. The orange and black was everywhere for the last full week of September. A Bronc is born on the wild side. The horse is strong willed, and is willing to take on everything in the world. This showed during homecoming week. The daring of thinking outside of the box was apparent at Burns High School. It showed during the week as students and teachers dressed up in different styles. Monday was pajama day, Tuesday was...
The ballot box was set and the tables were decorated. People were coming in to the Pine Bluffs Senior Center, Inc. in Pine Bluffs. It was the Annual meeting for the Pine Bluffs Senior Center, Inc. The Senior Center has been going since the early 1970's. It was started in the VFW building on Main and 4th street. This year the senior center has added on to itself with the Burns Senior Center which is under the name Pine Bluffs Senior Center,Inc. The program keeps growing and helping the seniors...
You would never know what might be found in the park. Normally, it is people having fun, relaxing, playing football or soccer. Possibly families having picnics while the kids are playing on the swing set and other equipment. Last April a person found bunnies in the park. An Easter Bunny to be precise. Now there was something new in the park. It was not something you would expect see everyday in a town park, but being a small town people loved it. For this time it was pigs in the park. No...
Good dental health in children is crucial for overall well-being. Healthy teeth enable proper chewing, speech development, and contribute to self-esteem. Prioritizing dental health through education, preventive care, and regular check-ups lays the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. The following topics are common discussion points of children's dental health. First Dental Visit Children should visit the dentist by their first birthday or within six months after their first tooth...
It was a tough year for the Pine Bluffs Future Farmers of America. Everyone thought they were ready but the judges had a different opinion. All of the members of the Pine Bluffs FFA worked their hearts out to have a great project for the year. They checked the feed rations and made sure all animals were well walked and trim for fair. It is awesome that members participate and work their fingers to the bone for the best results they can achieve. It is brave and incredible to see skills that were...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — In September, the Wyoming Air National Guard completed a high-profile exercise, Cheyenne Samurai, “exploding” into the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command theater, more than 5,000 miles from their home station. Delivering 15,000 pounds of cargo, the multi-role mission crossed 15 time zones, each way, stopping only for fuel and aircrew changes. This mission builds upon the foundation of previous Air Mobility Command endurance operations, demonstrating the value of C-130Hs in the USINDOPACOM theater and reinforcing the Cowboy Guard...
The Future Farmers of America members worked hard year around trying to improve in skills and showing them to others in agriculture. These skills will help build the members for their future in the world. Skills like welding, building, keeping record books,knowing about different grasses and seeds, the quality of animals, what each animal is used for and how to promote the animal for their qualities. The FFA is a stepping stone and reassures the members they are on the right track. The Laramie...
Concern about the Burns Youth League Coordinator was on the agenda at the Burns Town council during the Burns Town council meeting held on September 23rd. Council member Rick Lakin was excited to report that this week is homecoming. There are lots of football games and volleyball games. Two main activities for Burns resident to enjoy are Tuesday soda bottle baseball and the Thursday afternoon homecoming parade. Mayor Nicholson reported that all the crosswalks are painted. Council member Ralph Bartel and council member Judy Johnstone are still...
Menopause is one of those things that, let's face it, will ultimately affect everyone with previously functional ovaries. Unfortunately we don't talk about it enough, which makes it a topic riddled with misinformation. So... what is menopause? Menopause is defined by the permanent cessation of menstrual bleeding for 12 months. This occurs naturally when the ovaries stop reproductive activity and a marked decrease in ovarian hormones (estrogen and progesterone) occurs. Symptoms of menopause are...
