Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
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Crook County School District (CCSD) is among numerous educational institutions nationwide that was affected by last week’s data breach of PowerSchool. The district has confirmed that data stolen from its student and teacher database tables was mainly limited to demographic information and that no current staff or student social security numbers were accessed. The PowerSchool application also remains secure and fully operational, according to a letter sent out by Superintendent Mark Broderson. However, the district is, “Treating this sit...
The county commissioners are putting together a steering committee to guide the creation of its updated comprehensive land use plan. The committee will be comprised of up to ten residents of Crook County, who will meet monthly with contractors as development of the new plan continues. Members of the committee will be appointed through a combination of requests for applications and personal invitation. The aim will be to ensure that the committee represents as wide a variety of people as possible, particularly in terms of geography. The...
As appointments were made for the new year, Gari Gill officially stepped down as Fire Chief for the City of Sundance, pinning the badge of office to the shirt of his successor, Curt Williamson. Gill has served as a firefighter for the city and county in various capacities for more than half a century....
The county commission is moving forward with its plan to get rid of burn permits during periods when fire restrictions are in place. The reasoning behind the move is that the fire warden is already authorized to temporarily lift burn re-strictions when conditions improve, and seldom approves permits during a full ban. Combined, the commission feels these facts negate the need for individual permission. The commissioners discussed the possibility of retaining the permits during stage one...
Though it’s not looking as though a final round of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding will be on offer to complete the cost of the 3rd Street waterline project, the City of Sundance did receive a modest windfall as the program came to an end. In addition, Public Works Director Mac Erickson is expecting assistance from the state in the quest to find out whether any lead still exists within the city water system. 3rd Street With tight deadlines to commit the funding, the city had hoped that some ARPA grants would be re-turned to the state a...
Kid Prints, Inc. has announced a $10,000 grant awarded from the Wyoming Community Foundation to help fund general operating costs and maintenance. Kid Prints, Inc. is a nonprofit organization serving Sundance and the surrounding areas with childcare and preschool services. Kid Prints, Inc. has worked to provide quality care and a positive experience for children from six weeks to ten years old and believes funds received will strengthen the work being done. President of the Board, Naomi...
The Sundance Bulldogs returned to the hardwood after the holiday break, kicking off the new year with a matchup against the Hulett Red Devils before hosting the 2A East Smackdown. Opening play on Tuesday, the Bulldogs set the tone early against the Devils, jumping out to a 19-13 lead in the first quarter. With aggressive defense and quick transition buckets, the Bulldogs extended their lead, 37-24, by halftime. Balanced scoring powered the Bulldog's 63-47 victory over the Devils, as Kade Mills...
Should the city put the contract for trash collection back out to bid this year? Though the contract is not up for renewal until the middle of the year, the question was posed by Council Member Randy Stevenson during last week’s regular meeting. The citizen feedback that led to his suggestion turned out to not be entirely accurate, but the council still considered the pros and cons. According to Stevenson, he and Council Member Joe Wilson had heard from business owners that a Thursday pickup is problematic. Most of their business takes place a...
Though the Sundance City Council is not particularly interested in a land swap proposed by a private landowner, it’s not an idea that has been dismissed out of hand. The proposal was brought to council members during last week’s work session by City Attorney Mark Hughes. As he represents both sides of the question, he stressed that he was not offering an opinion and was only providing information. One of the two small parcels is described as being located at the post office end of town, the other near the old daycare. The issue, said Council Me...
The county has still not been able to solve a wastewater issue several months after first contacting the landowner who is said to have installed outhouses without planning permission. A hearing was scheduled during the regular monthly meeting last week for Abe Yoder to discuss the situation. However, he was not in attendance. On the basis that the commission had reason to believe a request for an extension was at that time in the mail, it was agreed that the conversation would be delayed until February. Unauthorized Outhouses After working on...
U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis have once again introduced a bill that aims to protect the name of the Devils Tower National Monument. Wyoming’s current U.S. Senators regularly submit bills to achieve this aim, the first in 2015 when Barrasso did so alongside U.S. Senator Mike Enzi and the most recent in 2022. “As America’s first national monument, Devils Tower is an iconic landmark cherished by people in Wyoming and a famous stop for people visiting our great state,” said Barrasso in a press release. “It is important we protec...
Wyoming State Parks has announced that the 14th annual First Day Hikes event, held on January 1, was a success, with 887 outdoor enthusiasts across the state celebrating the new year by participating in guided hikes at 18 state parks and historic sites, covering 1222 miles. “We are thrilled to have so many people join us to kick off the New Year in such a meaningful way,” said Laurel Stephens, communications and marketing manager for Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources. “The First Day Hikes event offered a perfect opportunity for indiv...
Jan. 6 – Four VIN checks. Two paper services. Traffic complaint. Two traffic hazards. Alarm. Breathing problem. Trespassing. Welfare check. Three business checks. Fire page. Two EMS pages. Jan. 7 – Four VIN checks. Two alarms. Citizen assist. Domestic. Paper service. Project Lifesaver. Information. Assist to Wyoming Highway Patrol. Fire page. Two EMS pages. Jan. 8 – Four VIN checks. Motorist assist. Welfare check. Prisoner transport. EMS page. Jan. 9 – Two VIN checks. Four business checks. Accident. Four EMS pages. Jan. 10 – VIN check. Fi...
Speeding – Seth Saunders, Ogden, UT, 83/80, $5; Kristen Enos, Rapid City, SD, 85/80, $15; Reese J. Oetken, Sheridan, WY, 85/80, $15; Preston Engbrecht, Marion, SD, 80/75, $15; Favel Jens, Deer Park, WA, 85/80, $15; Tony Lipa, Minneapolis, MN, 86/80, $97; Jeremiah Haas, Hulett, WY, 77/65, $120; Remington Peck, Hooper, UT, 87/75, $120; Taylor Olson, Bismarck, ND, 93/80, $125; Nicole Marie Ives, Billings, MT, 91/75, $130; Shannon Mixell, Morrison, Co, 80/65, $135; Scott Matthew Barth, Ostrander, OH, 91/75, $140; Wyatt Pettyjohn, Belgrade, MT, 9...
In 2020, our state and nation witnessed an explosion in government the likes of which few living Americans have ever before seen. Here in Wyoming, unelected state employees – who most of us never knew existed – exercised power we never knew we gave them. The Governor, through his appointed State Health Officer, shut the doors of small businesses, locked kids out of schools and left our loved ones and friends to suffer alone in hospital rooms and nursing homes. For many of us, including mys...
The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) has announced that it will no longer be pursuing a nationwide plan to manage old growth forests. Chief Randy Moore released a statement on Friday that he has made the decision to withdraw the notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement. “Since this work started, we have learned much through this process. We have gained a wealth of information and perspectives, and we deeply appreciate the input we received from so many,” he stated. “This process has helped us to identify the best available scien...
Wyoming National Guard activates C-130s to fight LA wildfires GILLETTE (WNE) — Three Wyoming Air National Guard C-130s equipped with the U.S. Forest Service’s Modular Airborne Fire Fighting Systems, or MAFFS, and associated personnel were ac-tivated by U.S. Northern Command to support firefighting efforts in the Los Angeles area. Three C-130 aircraft from the 153rd Airlift Wing will travel to Channel Islands Air National Guard Base in California, where they will provide critical assistance to the state’s firefighting appa-ratus, accor...
PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AT THE COURTHOUSE IN SUNDANCE, CROOK COUNTY, WYOMING Tuesday, January 7, 2025 8:20 o’clock a.m. The swearing in ceremony for the newly elected official was held in the Commissioner Room. 8:30 o’clock a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited to the Flag. Dale moved to appoint Fred M. Devish as Chairman of the Board of Crook County Commissioners and to appoint Bob Latham as the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Crook County Commissioners. Bob seconded, all ayes, motion carried. Heath Turbiville was...
NOTICE OF INTENT TO FORM A STEERING COMMITTEE TO GUIDE THE PREPARATION OF THE CROOK COUNTY LAND USE PLAN UPDATES Be advised that the Crook County Commissioners will be accepting applications for a steering committee to guide the preparation of the updated Land Use Plan. Applications are available upon request from the County Clerk at [email protected]; are located in the Office of the Crook County Clerk in the Courthouse in Sundance, WY or on the County website at the “Public Notice” tab at www.crookcounty.wy.gov Return the com...
Meeting Notice Crook County Museum District The first scheduled meeting of the New Year will be on Thursday, January 23 at 5:30 p.m. in Moorcroft at the West Texas Trail Museum. Publish: January 16 and 23, 2025...
City of Sundance January 7, 2025 The Town Council met this day in regular session at 7:00 p.m. in Sundance Council Chambers with Acting Mayor Brad Marchant presiding. Roll call was taken by Acting Mayor Brad Marchant with Council Members, Randy Stevenson, Callie Hilty, and Joe Wilson present. Mayor Paul Brooks excused absent. CONSENT AGENDA DECEMBER 2024 PAYROLL 32579.82 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF WY HEALTH INSURANCE 12603.40 CITY OF SUNDANCE FLEX SHARE FLEX SHARE BENEFITS 546.20 DEARABORN LIFE INS COMPANY LIFE INSURANCE 140.40 EFTPS TAX...
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION ON BASIS OF HANDICAP Crook County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. A copy of the Crook County ADA Grievance Policy is on file and available for public inspection at the Crook County Clerk’s Office from 8:00 o’clock a.m. to 5:00 o’clock p.m. Monday through Friday. County and Prosecuting Attorney, Joseph M. Baron, has been designated to coordinate county efforts against discrimination on the basis of handi...
IN THE DISTRICT COURT, SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COUNTY OF CROOK, STATE OF WYOMING IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT S. BRIGGS, Deceased. Docket No. 2024-CV-0009071 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR DECREE OF DISTRIBUTION TO: ALL INTERESTED PARTIES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Application for Decree of Distribution of Real Property of Debra M. Briggs, as beneficiary under the Will of Robert S. Briggs, was filed in the District Court of the Sixth Judicial District, in and for Crook County, Wyoming, on December 23, 2024. Objections thereto must be filed...
STATE OF WYOMING COUNTY OF CROOK IN THE DISTRICT COURT SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KATHRYN S. GRINDE, Deceased. Probate No. 2024-CV-0009068 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR DECREE OF DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN SAID ESTATE: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on December 9, 2024, PAUL W. GRINDE, filed in the above-named court an Application for Decree of Distribution for the purpose of distributing, by summary procedure, certain real property interests consisting of undivided minerals/royalties in the following...
STATE OF WYOMING COUNTY OF CROOK IN THE DISTRICT COURT SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Probate No. 9072 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JANE W. STIEHL, also known as JANE WYNALTA STIEHL, Deceased. NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN SAID ESTATE: You are hereby notified that on the 2nd day of January, 2025, an Application for Decree of Summary Distribution of Property was filed in the above-named court by a distributee of said decedent. That there will be no administration of said estate and petitioner seeks to enter a Decree of Summary...
