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Farming, ranching in Hockersmiths' blood Published Jan. 4 Hockersmith & Son has been in the business for over 40 years now and even has truck permits all the way from the 1940's. It started with Jack Hockersmith Sr. and Jack Hockersmith Jr.. The farm is now ran by Jack Jr. and his son Matthew Hockersmith. Jack Sr. was joined by Jack Jr. after he graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1970. At that time the Hockersmith's were running a 4 truck trucking line, feeding cattle on their...
CHEYENNE - Fall K-12 enrollment data for Wyoming public schools for the 2018-19 school year is available online. Fall enrollment rose from 92,976 in 2017-18 to 93,029 students this year. “As our state is focused on economic diversity, it’s encouraging to see a slight increase in school enrollment,” said State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow. “Wyoming has a quality education system and it is a factor families certainly consider when moving to or staying in Wyoming.” Sheridan County School District #1 gained the most students...
Wyoming's 2019 Inauguration will be the inspiration for the January Family Days event at the Wyoming State Museum. Children and their families are invited to join the Museum on Saturday, January 5, any time between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The event will honor the up-coming inauguration of Governor-elect Mark Gordon, Secretary of State Edward Buchanan, State Auditor-elect Kristi Racines, State Treasurer-elect Curt Meier, and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow. Among the...
It's Christmas and time to give your favorite gardener a treat for next year. A registration for the next Master Gardener course being offered by the University of Wyoming Extension Service. If you are an experienced gardener you will gain many useful insights and materials to expand your knowledge. If you're are a novice gardener or even if you think you have a "brown thumb" and couldn't even grow mold, this course is for you. It will run from Mid-January through March for a total 10 weeks,...
The Holiday Season is definitely in full swing amongst Pine Bluffs. None other so evident than the spectacular Winter Concert. The concert was orchestrated and managed by Misty Curtis, Pine Bluffs High School and Junior High School Music teacher, with accompanist Heather Lerwick. The mood was set with electricity and a festive aura that resonated throughout the old historic High School gym, now turned into a lovely concert hall for such festivities. With the venue nice and cosy, packed from...
In February of his senior year, John Wise would receive his "D" letter. This was not a bad grade, but a letter notifying him that upon graduation from high school he would be drafted. The native of Pine Bluffs decided to check out all the branches of the military to see which one would offer him the most in opportunities, schooling and training. Wise chose the Navy after researching showed him what the Navy would offer. He enlisted in the Navy on their 120 delayed enlistment, and graduated high...
December 15th was our 7th annual Shop with A Hero. Laramie County Fire District #5 and Pine Bluffs Police Department teamed up and took 10 kids shopping at Walmart. Each child was given $100.00 to spend on Christmas presents. Each family was also given a turkey and a ham due to the generosity of our great community members who donated to this awesome program. Thank you to everyone who donated this year...
The first half of 2018 was good for area athletes. Pine Bluffs brought home a boys basketball championship while the Lady Hornets qualified for the state tournament. Competitors from both schools set personal records and performed strongly throughout the track and field season. Here are some of our favorite sports photos from early 2018....