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University of Wyoming admissions officers Katie Watson and Richard Ward came Wednesday morning bearing gifts for their four prospects signees. Pine Bluffs High School seniors signing their letters of intent to attend the University of Wyoming in Laramie are: Torri Long, Hunter Jeffres, Andrew Fornstrom and Tucker Norman. Torri Long, future criminology major, signed her letter while her parents Patrick and Amy Currie watched. Pat and Linda Jeffers smiled as their son Hunter committed to a...
Senior prank day at the Pine Bluffs high school went off without a hitch, and this years senior hijinks were ones for the record books. All done in good fun, the seniors made their presence known to their teachers and classmates this morning! More photos on A8....
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Cheyenne offered weather spotter training at the Pine Bluffs town hall on May 7th. This training was devised to help local residents understand what to watch for when dealing with severe weather. Oftentimes in Pine Bluffs we are subject to much harsher weather than other parts of the state because of where we are located, and this training gave residents who attended some vital information. The NWS outlined some of the warning signs to watch for, and also listed specific situations that should be reported....
American Legion Pine Bluffs post 60 Commander John Wise presented three Pine Bluffs recipients district awards in a ceremony conducted at the post on Wednesday, May 9th. The Donald Eisenhauer American Legion Post 60 is one of nine posts in Department of Wyoming American Legion District 6. "Having three winners selected from our post is an amazing accomplishment for our first time submitting candidates in the numerous categories." said Commander Wise. "We submitted some and of the ones submitted...
I've always been a little bit envious of those people with the beautifully manicured yards. Especially the trees and shrubs. I know I'll never have that because it just doesn't fit my lifestyle or the yard that I want, but I'm still just a touch envious. Although my yard is primarily buffalo grass with a little bit of fescue thrown in for good measure, the trees and shrubs could still use some help. Yes, they've needed pruning for several years, but, frankly, I've been a bit afraid to touch...
Pine Bluffs High School held a field extravaganza featuring jumping and throwing events, on Thurday May 2nd. There were three teams from other schools, Cheyenne East, Burns, and Niobrara County competing for their last chance to qualify for state in the regular season against Pine Bluffs Hornets. "Some of us had a good day and some of us didn't." state Andrew Loya. "We had a lot kids that hit a PR." he added. PR is personal record. This meet was mostly for kids to qualify for regionals. This...
Among the many military holidays celebrated each year is Armed Forces Day. Celebrated the third Saturday in May, Armed Forces Day falls during Military Appreciation Month and joins Memorial Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and Victory in Europe Day (V-E Day) as another May military-themed holiday. The History of Armed Forces Day: On Aug. 31, 1949, Defense Secretary Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days. The single-day...
Monday, May 13th Burns junior high and high school band and choir hosted their final performance. Burns teacher Anne Scatz directed the students who were accompanied by Becky Maress. A variety of selections were featured with several students displaying amazing talents with solo projects. The senior choir closed out the concert with their arrangement of an Irish folk song called "The Parting Glass" featuring LaKamree Burton on the flute, and Elijah Damey as vocal soloist. An award were...
Bitter winds and heavy coats did not stop the Pine Bluffs Knights of Columbus from teeing off for their annual charity golf tournament this last Saturday. Several teams showed up to brave the elements and play nine holes with the promise of a pulled pork meal and several prizes. Teams of four vied for prizes ranging from t-shirts to cash during the tournament led by financial secretary Dennis Talich. First place this year was a tie. Winners were the Tom Enright team, including: Mel Mollendor,...