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Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
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The Pine Bluffs Recreation Center has always been known for their involvement in the community, alongside their efforts of involving everyone else in community events. Many people may be aware of all the fantastic events put on by the Rec Center but there are also some who aren’t aware of such events. There are quite a few different events available for the community members. One of these events is called “Monday at the Matinee”. The Rec Center has been been hosting these movies for about 10 to 12 years. This event used to only take place...
A senior from Pine Bluffs High School has received the prestigious Trustees Scholars Award from the Univeristy of Wyoming. The student awarded this scholars award is Leonardo "Samuel" Garcia. He learned of the scholarship in a meeting with the UW admissions rep, Katie Watson. This scholarship based on GPA and ACT scores. Students from all over the state of Wyoming applied for this award. In order for Garcia to be in the top, he has had to work hard in the classroom, maintain a high GPA and recei...
WASHINGTON - U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced the approval of Wyoming’s consolidated state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). “Wyoming’s plan met the requirements of the law, and so I am happy to approve it,” said Secretary DeVos. “This plan should not be seen as a ceiling, but as a foundation upon which Wyoming can improve education for its students." Allowing states more flexibility in how they deliver education to students is at the core of ESSA. Each state crafted a plan that it feels will best offe...
Pine Bluffs High School journalism class has been writing stories, and creating artwork, via drawings or photographs for most of the year for the Pine Bluffs Post. The Pine Bluffs Post would like to welcome Pine Bluffs High School senior and journalism student, Elizabeth Syvanen to their staff as a intern for the semester. She has her sights set on attending Front Range and then on to CSU in Fort Collins, Colorado. Syvanen, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Syvanen of Pine Bluffs. She is...
Michelle Lee Marin, 39, of Pine Bluffs, died on Saturday, January 13, 2018 in Cheyenne. She was born on March 22, 1978 in Belcourt, North Dakota. Michelle was the manager at the Gators Travelyn Motel in Pine Bluffs. She is survived by her husband, Francisco "Pancho" Marin; two children, Destiny and Dante Marin; her mother, June Wilkie; and numerous brothers and sisters. Michelle was preceded in death by her father, Joe Wilkie. Services will be Sunday, 2:00 p.m., at the Pine Bluffs United...
Cheyenne, WY—Cheyenne Regional Medical Center is hosting a women’s event focused on heart health in the hospital’s main auditoriums on February 3, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States,” said Herman Feringa, MD, a CRMC cardiologist who will be presenting at the event. “Genetics, poor nutrition and lack of exercise are major reasons why women continue to suffer from heart disease and experience heart attacks. Our goal with Wake Up to Women’s Heart Health is to inspire women and encourage the...
As many may know, or not know, the organic business is a huge business, and is very much sought after for many different uses. Mosher Farms is one of many 100% certified organic farms in Bushnell NE, but not only is he a producer but they are also a 100% organic transporter. Leonard and son Jacob Mosher are two of the people behind this small town, yet all natural operation. Many organic farmers in the Bushnell area are very fond of L. Mosher and what he does. There is a lot of demand for him...
This year, indoor track has many more participants. In the past few years, only five participants have played and not all played in one year. The most Pine Bluffs has had in a year was two participants until this year. This year PBHS has six student athletes. Pine Bluffs students have to travel to Cheyenne every Thursday to practice as a team with the Cheyenne coaches and students, but practice nearly every day after school alone or in smaller groups. Athletes who participate are much more...
Jon D. Abrams believes strongly that it is in his DNA to enlist and serve in the military. When he first went to enlist, his father was not happy with his choice. Once his dad saw his passion, and desire to serve, he had his full support. Abrams is one of 12 children, and followed in his brothers footsteps by enlisting in the Idaho Army National Guard. While in high school, Abrams struggled with school. His outlook was not the greatest and will tell you that he hated school. So much has changed...
When it comes to new things, there always seems to be kinks that need to be worked out. For the Pine Bluffs new elementary school the same would apply. After being in the new building for more than a month, most of those flaws are almost fixed. Although things are coming together there are still some issues being ironed out. One of the biggest issues is managing the balance of heat in the school. "Some rooms stay too warm, and others are too cool." said Pine Bluffs Superintendent Jon Abrams....
The Lady Hornets played hard this weekend and it payed off. The Lady hornets won both games leaving this weekend as champs. The first game was against Front Range on Friday January, 12th. The final score was 59 to 17. The game leaders were #20 Kammie Ragsdale, #22 Hyleigh Fornstrom, and #12 Torri Fornstrom. Ragsdale had 23 points, seven rebounds, three turnovers, three assists, and six steals. Fornstrom scored 17 points, nine rebounds, two turnovers, five assists, two blocks, and four steals....
The Burns Boys Broncs played three games this past week. The first game was against Mitchell, second was against Glenrock, and with Lusk in the end. During the game against Mitchell, the Broncs lost by 13 points. In the first period Mitchell scored 17 points compared to Burns’ 5 points. During the second period Burns scored 14 more points, and another 13 points in the third period. Finally in the fourth period Burns scored 12 more points putting the final score at 57 to 44. Mitchell taking home the win. The game leaders of this game were #22 T...
The Girls Broncs Basket played two games last week. First against Glenrock, then against Niobrara County. The Lady Broncs won a game and lost a game. The Lady Broncs sealed the win in the first period with a total of 11 points against Glenrocks 4 points. second period the hard work was kept up, with 15 more points the score rested at 26 points for halftime. Next was third period with 11 more points, then fourth period with another 7 points. the final score was 44 to 26 points, the Lady Broncs...
The Pawnee Coyote Ladies hosted the Prairie Mustangs Friday Jan 12 and lost 45-58. The Prairie girls know how to smother the player that has the ball but the Coyotes still played well. Coach Janelle Robinson stated, "My girls played a good game against Prairie. Our leading scorer was Shelby Hoffman with 19 points as well as Jaycie Hahn with 10. Jaycie Hahn and Erin Ellis shared the top spot with rebounding with 10 each."...
Pawnee Ladies traveled to Creek Valley at Chappell NE Saturday January 13 and came home with a loss 38-64 to a team they hadn’t seen play before. Coach Robertson said, “We did not know what we were up against with Creek Valley. They were a good team and gave us a run for our money. Our leading scorer in the game was Shelby Hoffman with 18 points and Erin Ellis came in second with 11. Jaycie Hahn led the team with 10 rebounds....
For over 30 years, Pete Schaefer called Pine Bluffs, Wyoming home. Originally from New England, North Dakota, Pete moved to Pine Bluffs in the 1960s. He lived, worked and bowled for many of those years, all locally . Schaefer has competed in the Annual Team Challenge, now in it's 22nd year. Schaefer, now in his 70's, still is spunky as ever, and maintains a decent bowling average. His highest average over the years reached a 186. This spirited bowler sat down and talked about his bowling and his...
