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With raised hands one by one, members of the Pine Bluffs governing body were duly sworn in they were: Mayor Justin Fornstrom, Council Members Allie Leitza and Janna Kestner. After the swearing in it was business as usual for the remainder of the meeting until visitors' comments. At this time, Mr. Doyle Eggli of Pine Bluffs introduced himself and spoke about the letter received like a lot of other Pine Bluffs residents from Tall Grass. He expressed his concerns with regards to the safety of this...
Pine Bluffs Lions Club started the new year with an appreciation award for a community resident, Heather Eggli. Pine Bluffs Lions Club is about helping others. There is always at least one member that is seen in the public helping people. They may be doing it at their job, but they go above an beyond in the community. The person volunteers to help people whenever needed. The Pine Bluffs Lions Club has been watching several people in the Pine Bluffs community. The members take notice of ones...
To be invited to an important parade is awesome but to be invited to go the Rose Bowl Parade was incredible. University of Wyoming Western Thunder Marching Band received the initiation to attended Rose Bowl Parade. Jessica Weller and Carson Rabou had an experience of a lifetime. Being from a small town that does not have marching bands any more, two the graduated students of Pine Bluffs High School were able to get the opportunity. These two students have been playing music since they were able...
Attention foodies and film fans-mark your calendars! On Friday evening, February 7, the Pine Bluffs Recreation Department proudly presents the 4th Annual Soup Contest & "Pick A Movie Night"! It's an evening of mouthwatering competition, friendly faces, and cinematic delight you won't want to miss. Bring Your A-Game (and Appetite!) Whether you're a soup savant or a casual consumer, this event has your name written all over it. The festivities kick off at 5:30 PM with the ultimate soup showdown-a...
BIRMINGHAM, AL (01/09/2025)-- Shiloh Nokes, a Biology major from Carpenter, WY, was named to Samford University's Dean's List for Fall 2024 semester. To qualify for the dean's list, a student must earn a minimum 3.5 grade point average out of a possible 4.0 while attempting at least 12 credit hours of coursework. The Dean's List is the highest academic recognition given by the school at the end of each semester....
The excitement at the Albin Council meeting was the up and coming Albin Farm Show/Wyoming Wheat Growers Annual Meeting in February. Also on the agenda, the council is looking for a volunteer for the United Way Board and a new employee. The big announcement was coming from the lunch program. Michelle Childers resigned her position of the lunch program coordinator at the Albin Community Center. The council will be advertising for the position of the new employee. Several members of the Albin Ambulance Rescue was at the council meeting. The...
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Close to 70 Wyoming National Guard Soldiers and Airmen activate to support the 60th Presidential Inauguration on January 20 in Washington D.C. They will serve as part of a much larger military force comprised of U.S. military personnel from across the nation and will provide security, logistical and support operations for the inauguration. To get ready for their duties in the National Capitol Region, Cowboy Guard troops will participate in a comprehensive training regimen before their departure. This training will occur in a...
Recently I was working with my son's scout troop to help them achieve the personal fitness merit badge. This merit badge has many requirements including discussions about healthy habits, diet, and exercise. The scouts keep track of their exercise over a 12 week period and log everything they eat over a few days as well. One of the discussions covers the seven warning signs of cancer. This is a simple list of concerning symptoms to watch out for and reasons to go see a doctor. Indeed, with each...
Riverton, Wyo. - Jan. 13, 2025 - The University of Wyoming's fourth annual Ranch Management and Agricultural Leadership (RMAL) seminar series begins Thursday, Feb. 6, at Central Wyoming College in Riverton. The UW College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources will host three seminars throughout the state this spring, culminating in an all-day symposium about ranching stewardship in Laramie. All sessions are open to students and members of the public. Each session is livestreamed...
Prices are going up in the town of Burns. Also discussion about the dumping station for RVs at the Burns town council meeting. Mayor Joseph Nicholson, along with the council, listened to residents concerns. Trevor Madler felt that the door mats in front of the doors of the North building need replaced. Mayor Nicholson will be getting quotes. Karen Lipska showed concern about the sidewalk getting clean on the North building. Her mother had problems walking to the Your Family Chiropractor. Lipska also suggested to have a handicap parking spot at...
We want to remind property owners that clearing snow from their sidewalks is important to the safety of all pedestrians, especially young folks walking to and from school and our senior citizens who could experience a debilitating fall if the walkways are slippery; sidewalks should be cleared within 48 hours of snowfall. Per Pine Bluffs Municipal Code § 16-111: Every sidewalk or space where a sidewalk may be constructed shall be maintained clean and free from snow, ice or slush by the owner or occupant of the abutting property, whether it is...
It is an honor to be able to represent an organization in any means. Being part of the organization is great but to go into the public let people know what the organization is about is even better. Cheyenne Frontier Days has been around since 1897, but the queens have been part the organization for 89 years. The Queen of the 2024-2025 year is Haylie Turley and Lady in Waiting is Katherine Olsen. Turley is the daughter of Sherry and George Anadiotis and Scott and Crystal Turley. She graduated in...
CHEYENNE, Wyoming – The comedy powerhouse that launched icons like Tina Fey, Steve Carell and Bill Murray is coming to Laramie County Community College for a one-night performance in February. The Second City, celebrated for its sharp improv and musical comedy, will take the stage presenting its "Mo' Funny, Less Problems" show in Cheyenne at 7 p.m. Feb. 5 in the Surbrugg/Prentice Auditorium on LCCC's Cheyenne campus. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, with o...
The Burns/Pine Bluffs girls wrestling team braved the cold and snowy weather to compete in the Shane Shatto Memorial wrestling meet held in Douglas. Nine lady wrestlers competed in a meet that had 30 teams from across the region all vying for titles. Four of the Burns/Pine Bluffs team finished in the top 10 with two finishing in the top three. Kalli Garci finished second in the 140-pound weight class. Nichole Sumare finished third in her 145-pound weight class. Two others finished in the top...
The Burns/Pine Bluffs boys wrestling team traveled to Douglas, Wyoming to compete in the Shane Shatto Memorial meet. Thirty-four teams entered the meet from all over the area. Teams from Wyoming and Nebraska all competed for the top spot. The Burns/Pine Bluffs team finished 30th out of 35 teams. Gunner Copeland, Rutley Hansen, LJ Hansen, Kohl Krakow, Caysen Ross, Riggin Cathcart, Hagen Cowley, Stephen Archer and Gage Gromman all made the trip for the chance to test their skills. Although none...
The Lady Hornets basketball team fought through snow, ice, slippery roads and winds to face off against other 2A East conference teams in the 2A East Smackdown tournament held in Shoshoni last weekend. The Lady Hornets went into the tournament with a 6-3 seasonal record and are currently seated number one in the 2A East Conference. The Hornets started off perfectly, winning their first two game but fell in the last two to end up with a 2-2 record. The Lady Hornets tipped off against the Wright...
The Lady Broncs basketball team faced the cold and icy conditions to compete in the 2A East Smackdown tournament held in Shoshoni last weekend. The team played four non-conference games against Tongue River, Big Horn, Sundance and Wright. Unfortunately, the Lady Broncs could not find the right combination to put a mark in the win column. They lost all four games and came away with a 2-10 seasonal record. In their first game against the Tongue River Eagles the Lady Broncs just could not get their offense moving. Despite the efforts of Josie...
The Hornets traveled to Wright, Wyoming to face off against other teams in the 2A East Smackdown tournament last weekend. The Hornets came away with a 2-1 record and a 6-6 seasonal record. The tournament gave the Hornets a 1-1 conference record and kept them in one of the top seats in the conference. It was a good performance by the Hornets who showed their ability to put up some big points and play some solid defense. In their first game against the Tongue River Eagles the Hornets showed their offensive and defensive prowess by defeating the...
At the 2A East Smackdown Tournament the Burns Broncs were coming off the Christmas break with high hopes in hitting the season with a roar. The roar turned into a quiet growl as the Broncs faced off against other 2A Conference teams. The Broncs came away with a 1-2 tournament record and a 3-8 seasonal record. The first team to face the Broncs were the Sundance Bulldogs. The Broncs faced the Bulldogs with enthusiasm and determination but just could not overcome the Bulldogs offense. The Broncs...
The Burns Lions Club hosted their first Volleyball tournament at both the North and South Gyms in Burns on January 3rd and 4th. There were nine area teams registered to play with members from Carpenter, Cheyenne, Burns, Hillsdale and Pine Bluffs. Along with the top three teams, fourth place was the V-Ballerz with Nicole Bach, Russell Bach, Brynn Bach, Kenadie Lakin, Penny Martin, Willow Martin and David Martin. Other teams Balls Deep with Aaron Bolejack, Amber Bolejack, Brittany, Deron, Frankie...
Albin Baptist Church 315 Cheyenne Ave, Albin; 246-3254; Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Sunday service 10:45 a.m.; Youth group, Sunday 5:30 p.m. Blessed Hope Baptist Church 327 S. Main St., Burns 307-547-2383 J. Nathaniel Ensley, pastor, Sunday Services: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship 10 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.; Summer Studies (June-September) 5 p.m. Wednesday Services: Childrens AWANA’s 6:45 p.m.; Teen Service 7 p.m.; Bible Study/Prayer 7 p.m. Burns Presbyterian Church 140 S. Wyoming Ave., Burns; 547-3734 Rev. Gwyn Downing, pastor Sunday w... Full story
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