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Finishing off the high school girls basketball season was bitter-sweet for Coach Lindsey Forbes and four Pine Bluffs seniors, who have known each other on the court since the fifth grade. Sweet because they finished their last season competing at a state competition. Bitter because it marked the last time the girls will play the sport together in high school competition. "It is emotional to know that it is over, but it has been fun and it has been a privilege to be part of it," Lindsey said....
The Pine Bluffs Hornets finished off its basketball season on a high note, with a trip to the state tournament, even though many did not expect the team to make it that far. "Nobody had us going to state this year because we are a young team," said sophomore Trent Werner, who played his best game this season in the state tournament. Werner scored 19 points against Rocky Mountain Grizzly in a semifinal game, making it his best game of the season, he said. "I was nervous playing in that big old...
Pine Bluffs high schooler Jason Weller won $750 for his music program after shredding on his guitar and placing first in the Kiwanis Talent Show held March 8 in Cheyenne. "Our family is extremely proud of him and we think that it is really great for the Pine Bluffs High School," said Jason's father, Jeff Weller. Jason, who aspires to be a professional musician, said the Kiwanis Talent Show was by far the biggest crowd he had played for. Jason said he had limited time to prepare for the talent sh...
Pheasants Forever Pine Bluffs chapter celebrated with a banquet Saturday evening after hosting its first Predator Derby held Friday and Saturday. Dean Bowman, youth advisor for the Texas Trail Ringnecks deemed the first event a success and hopes to help organize the event for next year as well. Bowman said 17 two-man teams entered the competition. The teams hunted predators in various hunt areas in the tri-state area, looking to beat the competition, and bring home the grand prize, $212.50....
Moisture from rapid snow melting in Laramie County would have been a welcome sight for many farmers last week, if it were not for frost. Local farmer Greg Gorss said, without frozen grounds, the water would have soaked into the dirt, preventing flooding and benefiting crops. "We are awful glad to see the water going through, but not the frost," Gross said. Instead, frozen soil prevented water from seeping into the ground, causing water to run off and pool in lower areas, said Meteorologist...
Laramie County School District 2 schools will be sticking with what they know until more research is done on shortened school weeks. The LCSD 2 School Board of Trustees, in a five-to-four split, voted to adopt a 5-day school week for all schools in the district Monday night, after much consideration and planning went into adopting a 4 3/4-day school week. The school board looked at three calendar option Monday night, a 5-day school week, a 4 3/4-day school week and a straight 4-day school week,...
Lara Shook took three robot-building teams, comprised of children of all ages, to a state robotics competition. Shook said all three teams performed well this year. "I am extremely proud of how they did this year. They worked and played hard and the results show that," Shook said. The teams, the Storm Cloaks, Team Python and Alonns-y! Radioactive, traveled to Casper Dec. 5 and Feb. 17 to participate in two statewide competition, the First Lego League competition for younger children and First...
The Pine Bluffs Hornets came within reach of a championship game over the weekend, but came up short in a semifinal game that ended in double overtime. "It was a great experience for our kids and the program," said Coach William Gray. "We told them during the week that we had every opportunity to be playing for a state championship, and we came up just short of doing so." After beating the Big Piney Punchers 75-59 March 6, the Hornets moved onto a semifinal game against Rocky Mountain Grizzly....
The Burns Broncs ended its season at state losing the initial and consolation rounds. But the Broncs had a good season overall, said Coach Sean Patterson. "We had another great season. This senior class accomplished many things that most only dream of," Patterson said. "They qualified for the state tournament every year of their career! They contributed to over 65 wins at the varsity level. Their commitment and dedication to this program will be very difficult to replace." The Broncs first...
The Pine Bluffs Lady Hornets ended the basketball season with one win and two losses at the Wyoming state basketball tournament March 6 through March 8. Coach Lindsey Forbes said she was extremely proud of the girls and their performance throughout the season. "I am extremely proud of this group of young ladies," Forbes said. "On one hand I think they were disappointed with how it ended, but on the other hand they were excited with what they accomplished this year. All in all we had a great...
Judge Mark Moran swore in Chance Walkama Wednesday evening to serve the town of Pine Bluffs as a reserve officer for the Pine Bluffs Police Department. "I am glad to be here," Walkama said after being sworn in. "I am honored to help protect and serve the town of Pine Bluffs." As reserve officer, Walkama will assist the Pine Bluffs Police Department when deemed necessary....
The Nebraska Department of Transportation temporarily closed Interstate 80 between exits 0 and 9 Feb. 27 after several 40 millimeter rounds fell off a F.E. Warren Air Force Base security forces team Humvee. The incident closed I-80 in the early morning, redirecting all traffic from both directions to Highway 30, until about 11 a.m. westbound and 9:40 eastbound. The rounds were discovered in the early morning Feb. 27, shortly after sunrise in a backpack somewhere between exits 0 and 9 on I-80,... Full story
Construction of a new track and field in Burns is expected to be completed by the Broncs' 2015 Football season, according to Kenneth Tobin with Tobin & Associates. Tobin approached the Laramie County School District 2 School Board early in February with a status update of a project aimed to improve the Burns track and field. The renovation is to begin this year. The existing 440 yard cinder track will be replaced with a new certified 400 meter, 8-lane, all weather synthetic track surface, simila...
Pine Bluffs resident Nicole Macy, 24, experienced her most successful year in the National Make it with Wool competition, placing third in her division. After winning in the regional and state Make it with Wool competitions, Macy earned her way to nationals for the fourth time since she began competing at age 13. Macy's wool outfit, a skirt, jacket and coat combination, earned recognition at the competition, held on Jan. 25, 2014 in Charleston, S.C., and a third-place prize in the junior...
Cheyenne Light Fuel and Power is tentatively looking to begin a gas main replacement project in the town of Pine Bluffs in April. Public Information Officer for Cheyenne Light Fuel and Power Sharon Fain announced Feb. 18 in the Pine Bluffs Town Council meeting that the company's engineers are planning to replace about 65,000 feet of gas main throughout the town, effecting 140 customers. Fain presented a map to the Pine Bluffs Town Council, showing what streets would be effected once the project... Full story
The Pine Bluffs Police Department reported at least eight telephone scams within the last year, with four occurring last week. Police Chief Don Taylor said the scammers call with the names of family members, claiming those relatives are in trouble and need money. The scammers then provide instructions to wire money. Taylor urges residents not to give information to cold callers, and not to wire money to strangers asking for the transaction over the phone. Pine Bluffs resident Claire... Full story
Senior Hornet Hunter Thompson began the game against Burns Saturday night with a slam dunk, beginning the game strong. The Hornets had the lead by the end of the first quarter, 16-11 leaving nothing to chance. By the end of the second quarter, the Hornet's lead grew to 30-22. Pine Bluff's hustle ultimately earned them the win with a final score of 58-41. Coach William Gray said defense was the key in this game. "Defensively we had one of our better games as far as challenging shooters and...
Pine Bluffs Lady Hornets Sam Hanson, Dana and Sara Mullins and Andrea Baker played, their last game in the Hornets Nest Saturday facing off against the Burns Lady Broncs. The seniors, along with the rest of the Lady Hornets basketball team, experienced an agitating loss of just 1 point in the game, 41-40. The Lady Hornets started off strong in the game, ending the first quarter, leading 11-8 in a fast-paced game for both teams. But Burns narrowed the margin, and was able to score. Shots from... Full story
Lady Coyotes Emily Ellis and Afton Zitek approached the Pawnee basketball court Friday, possibly with feelings of nostalgia, as they played their last home game. Ellis and Zitek, along with the rest of the Pawnee Coyotes, went toe-to-toe with Dayspring Christian Academy, coming within reach of a win, but ultimately losing the game in overtime with a final score of 66-64. The game began just as it ended - with a 2-point lead in favor of Dayspring Christian Academy at the end of the first...
The Pawnee Coyotes narrowed the score gap in the fourth quarter Thursday facing off against Dayspring, but the burst of energy was too little too late. The Coyotes lost against Dayspring 67-60. "We started slowly in this game on both ends and just seemed like we were on our heels, not being aggressive," said Coach Tim Brunelle. The Coyotes took some initiative in the fourth quarter, Brunelle said, but it wasn't enough to win the game. The Coyotes then faced off against Caliche Saturday, losing...
On a Thursday night, long after school has ended, you may hear the sound of rock music emerge from the Pine Bluffs Junior/Senior High School. It isn't a secret night club, or teacher organization that meets after hours. It's not juveniles who squatted in the school to throw a party. The guitarists, bassists, drummers and vocalists within are students perfecting their skills in music. The students call it Jam Band. School rocks "Jam Band has always been a place for students who have a large inter...
The Future Farmers of America Pine Bluffs Chapter is in the search for town land to start an educational facility to house animals. FFA Advisor Brian Cox, along with two FFA members, approached the Pine Bluffs Town Council Feb. 18 in search for useable land. Cox said the land would help enhance the educational value of the FFA chapter. “This school farm would be used for students who live in town that don’t have any land outside of town that would like to have an animal project to show lat... Full story
My friends and family often see playing video games as a waste of time. "Quit playing that thing and go play outside," My mom and dad would often say to me in my early years of gaming as I was playing Mario on my original Nintendo. My friends and siblings also became agitated with me on days I couldn't put the controller down. "Come on, let's go play outside," My two brothers and sister would say to me as I played through the game "Glover" on my Nintendo 64. Throughout the years of me playing...
The Hornets vs. Saratoga game that began neck-and-neck Friday night ended in a 14-point lead for Pine Bluffs. The first half ended with Saratoga and the Hornets tied 12 and 12, but it didn't take long for the Hornets to widen the margin in the second quarter, 27-17. But by the third quarter, Trent Werner was injured during play, taking him out of the game. The Hornets then saw an increase in turnovers. "The last four minutes of the third quarter was probably the worst basketball we have played i...
For Leonard and Norma Jean Anderson, Valentine's Day is about looking back at how their relationship grew over a 60-year marriage. "I think it is a time to reminisce about the good times in our relationship," said Leonard looking at Norma Jean in their Pine Bluffs home. "I think Valentine's Day is really important because it gives you an opportunity to show your love," Norma Jean said, looking back at Leonard. Although sometimes faced with hardships, unexpected storms and tough roads, Norma...
