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Articles from the April 23, 2020 edition


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  • Safety, protection and fashion join together to mask the world

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Apr 23, 2020

    Three women in the community are trying to make a difference during this time of uncertainty by making masks for those who are in need. Carmen Ladd, Diane Wise, and Carolyn Ragsdale have all sat down in front of their sewing machines to help make lives a little easier for the essential workers nationwide. Carmen Ladd, a retired teacher from Pine Bluffs Junior and Senior High School has made over 260 masks for all kinds of people nationwide. Originally, Dr. Lisa Burton from Cheyenne Regional...

  • Town Council talks COVID-19, clinic and Census

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Apr 23, 2020

    Monday’s meeting of the Pine Bluffs Town Council started with a presentation from special guest Ken Hunter, CEO of Kimball Health Services. Hunter discussed the status of COVID-19 as it pertains to our local clinic and Kimball Health Services. He explained the necessity of closing our local clinic for a short period of time for safety purposes and encouraged residents to take the recommended precautions to avoid getting sick. The Pine Bluffs Health Clinic is open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday and anticipates resuming normal o...

  • New Business in Pine Bluffs

    Apr 23, 2020

    Originally from Laramie, WY Allen and Bonnie started their first Grubby'z in Pierce, Colorado. Buckendorf's uncle, local resident Roy Werner, mentioned to him that Pine had lost both of its restaurants. Buckendorf immediately got on the phone with the Fornstom's and brokered a deal to open Grubby'z. Allen and Bonnie love the area, love the people, and wish they could stay here but, for now, plan to continue to run the Colorado location. Grubby'z is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and...

  • Wayne Stewart

    Apr 23, 2020

    Wayne Stewart, 76, of Pine Bluffs, passed away April 11. He was born May 22, 1943 in Denver, Colorado. Wayne worked for the telephone company for 30 years and after retirement stayed busy helping local ranchers when he could. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was always ready with a story. He is survived by his children, John (Kelly) Stewart and Lori (Jerry) Bowman; Five grandchildren, Tyler Bowman, Jason Bowman, Cali Stewart, Sydne Stewart and Sean Tevebaugh and one great grandchild Clayton...

  • Zonta Club of Cheyenne seeks scholarship applications from women studying for business related degrees

    Apr 23, 2020

    CHEYENNE, WYOMING - Applications for the 2020 Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship are now available from the Zonta Club of Cheyenne through its website www.cheyennezonta.org. Applications and all accompanying required materials must be received no later than June 20, 2020. In addition to the application, required submissions include letters of recommendations, verification of enrollments, and transcripts. Zonta of Cheyenne will award this $1,000 scholarship to one woman of any age, pursuing an accredited business or business-related...

  • How does your garden grow

    Mike Heath Laramie County Master Gardners|Apr 23, 2020

    "Mary, Mary, quite contrary How does your garden grow? With silver bells and cockleshells And pretty maids all in a row." Mother Goose Remember that poem? It's been a long time for me and I suppose most of us. While it has many interpretations, none of which have ever been proven as fact, the literal meanings are those of flowers in the spring. But the line I'm focusing on is "How does your garden grow"? Most everybody knows of the old tried and true gardening methods...plant the seed in the...

  • The 2020 Victory Garden Seed Starting

    Catherine Wissner|Apr 23, 2020

    There are three important components to indoor, or outdoor, seed starting they are: consistent moisture, never let the seed dry out during germination, warm soil between 65 and 85 degrees and bright light. The seed packet will have some starting instructions and tips on the back side. Some seed need light to germinate, for example some peppers and dill just barely need to be covered, so they germinate better with light. Most other seeds need dark and completely covered by soil, the packet should tell you what is needed. For seed staring soil,...

  • Fornstrom Racing makes changes during off season to racecars

    Apr 23, 2020

    "We've made changes to both the 01 car and the 11 pickup. New and better parts. Working after work and all weekend to get them done. We have a new car getting built and can't wait to let everyone see it. We're all hoping everything gets over soon and we can get back to racing. Doug Fornstrom, Tim bland and I will be racing this season and be shooting for the championships." said Jesse Fornstrom of Fornstrom Racing...

  • Pine Bluffs Census needs residents to do their part to aid in numbers total

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Apr 23, 2020

    Pine Bluffs response to the Census has been lackluster at best with only 12.8% reporting thus far. If these numbers stay consistent what could be the potential impact? Revenues for the town’s General Fund could be affected which in turn could impact services and the operation of several departments to include town administration (the Town Clerk, Deputy Clerk, and Treasurer), first responders to include Emergency Medical Services and the Police Department, the Recreation Department, streets and alleys, parks and common areas, and the cemetery. W...

  • Letter to Community College Students

    Apr 23, 2020

    Dear Students, Finish Strong! With the coronavirus outbreak, we have all had to adapt to new ways of doing things. The majority of you are adjusting to online or remote learning from your homes, faculty are transitioning to virtual classrooms from their homes, and staff are supporting you through the use of technology from their homes. Even though our physical campuses may be closed, we are open for business and focused on helping you finish this semester. The uncertainties and challenges related to COVID-19 may have us feeling anxious and...

  • Clifford R. Johnson A Veteran Story

    Penny Merryfield|Apr 23, 2020

    Clifford Ryan Johnson was born in Sheridan, WY April 13, 1984 to Mark Johnson and Lois Adams. From his birth place, he would travel to Kentucky at the age of six, where he lived until he was fifteen. As a teenager, Johnson would transfer states and move to Cheyenne, Wyoming to finish high school with his father. "I was never to interested in high school, so I dropped out in February 2001 and got my GED in April 2005." Johnson said. After quitting school he would bounce around jobs looking for...

  • April is National Safe Digging Month

    Apr 23, 2020

    Remember these safe digging tips. CHEYENNE, WY. – April 15, 2020 - April is National Safe Digging Month, and during a time when our minds are on the current challenges facing our nation, Black Hills Energy is providing this safety reminder to emphasize the importance of safe digging. In addition to warmer temperatures, spring brings with it home improvement and outside projects, and increased construction activity. With many of us spending more time at home, we may find even more time for i...