Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
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Wyatt Fornstrom, of Pine Bluffs has been recognized by many people for his hard work, determination, and kind ways. On January 8, 2018, W. Fornstrom received a citizenship award from the Laramie County Retired Education Personnel group. Many factors go in to the decision of the recipient. This year, the award was presented to W. Fornstrom because of his participation and care for his community, along with his academic achievements and sports. W. Fornstrom hasn't just been full time student, he...
The Wyoming Beef Council (WBC) has an upcoming vacancy for a producer of range cattle. The term for Tom Wright, Newcastle, who currently serves in this position will expire June 30, 2018. Having served two consecutive terms, Tom is not eligible for reappointment. This position is open to any Wyoming producer of range cattle. The position description and application are available on the WBC website. The mission of the Wyoming Beef Council is to increase beef demand domestically and internationally for the benefit of Wyoming farmers and ranchers....
Russell G. Thompson, 80, of Cheyenne, WY, passed away at Surprise Post Care Unit Hospice Center in Goodyear, AZ on December 27, 2017. He was born to Dan and Elizabeth Thompson on November 14, 1937 in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming where he was raised and graduated High School in 1956. He enlisted in the Marine Corps on July 2, 1958. Russell had already started college at The University of Wyoming for Pre-engineering. He discharged on July 1, 1963 and earned his Master's in Electric Engineering in 1967....
While looking through old newspapers at the Pine Bluffs Post, an original paper dated April 10, 1908 had many articles regarding farming in it's content. The Post would like to share some of the topics that were related to farming in 1908. FIELD PEAS IN WYOMING Prof. J.D. Tewar of the Wyoming experiment station, writes as follows on field peas for pigs: "Throughout the high altitude districts of Wyoming, field peas seem to be a most successful crop. They withstand arid conditions fairly well,...
What are pillars to beef productivity? Grazing, reproduction, and cattle health are key to beef profitability and will be covered in workshops across Nebraska by beef specialists and educators. A “Ranching for Profitability” workshop will be held January 17 from 5 pm to 9 pm at the 4-H Building in Kimball. Head of the Animal Science Department, Clint Krehbiel, will discuss “Nutrition and Management Practices for Weaned Calves for Improved Health and Well-Being.” Krehbiel will also give an update on the UNL Animal Science program. Nebraska Exten...
In the year of 2017 there were two donations made by the Points West Bank. One donation went to the Pine Bluffs Student Council, and another went to the Pine Bluffs Senior Center. Aside from the Student Councils ideas for their donation, the Senior Center has not yet decided where the donation will be used. The Student Council plans to use the donated money to better their community service projects. One project is the WeekEND Hunger program, which supplies hunger bags for students and members...
Burns/Pine Bluffs wrestlers headed to Douglas for a tornament on January 5th and 6th. Competition was fierce and many schools represented. Burns/Pine Bluffs wrestling team went with high hopes on new wrestlers. Results for Burns/Pine Bluffs @ 2018 JV Shane Shatto Memorial Tournament (01/05 - 01/06/2018) 126: Colby Stockton (Burns/Pine Bluffs) - 8th There are no match results associated with this wrestler at 126 145: Tate Kelly (Burns/Pine Bluffs) - 3rd There are no match results associated with...
At The Tongue River Tournament last weekend the Burns Boys Broncs had a result of one win and two losses. The Broncs’ first game of the tournament was against Big Horn Varsity. In the first period, Big Horn scored twenty-five points. During second period Big Horn managed to bring the score to 38 .v.s. 11 points. In the third period burns worked hard to try and even the score. Burns managed to score fourteen points while Big Horns fifteen points. The final score was 62 v.s. 39 Big Horn winning the game. Each game has its stars and the four w...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. - Members of the Wyoming National Guard were recognized for their outstanding service during 2017 at the Outstanding Solider and Airman of the Year banquet, Jan. 6. The following individuals were recognized for their leadership, military bearing, knowledge of military customs, community service and personal achievements. Spc. Wyatt Schiermeyer, 133rd Engineer Company, from Geneva, Nebraska, Soldier of the Year. Sgt. Jon Pratt, 115th Field Artillery Brigade, from Cheyenne, Army Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. Senior Airman...
January 9, 2018 – Keeping sufficiently warm during the winter months can prove challenging, particularly when frigid temperatures persist, as they have recently for much of the country. While portable space heaters can help generate heat, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is reminding the public that they do present potential fire hazards and must be used with caution. Space heaters account for 43 percent of U.S. home heating fires and 85 percent of associated deaths; NFPA urges the public to use portable space heaters with cautio...
JV HS 176-190: Jeff Langlois (Burns/Pine Bluffs) - 1st Jeff Langlois (Burns/Pine Bluffs) over Josiah Aragon (Cheyenne East) (Fall 0:23) Round 1 - Jeff Langlois (Burns/Pine Bluffs) over Maurico Dominguez (South) (Fall 0:29) Round 2 - Jeff Langlois (Burns/Pine Bluffs) over Camden McArthur (Sheridan) (Fall 2:27) Round 3 - Jeff Langlois (Burns/Pine Bluffs) over Hyrum Rich (Thermopolis) (Fall 1:48) 1st Place Match - Jeff Langlois (Burns/Pine Bluffs) over Camden McArthur (Sheridan) (Fall 1:46) JV HS...