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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 Hulett public library held their monthly craft project last week. The group turned a pizza pan into a cute snowman. The ladies got their creative ideas going and personalized their projects....
Kyonna Roberts battled to a fourth place finish in the 140-pound class at the Shane Shatto Memorial Tourney in Douglas. Kyera Roberts also wrapped up the event with a fourth-place podium in the 115-pound class. See page 12 for more sports results....
The Hulett Public library drew their first trivia winner of the new year last week. Laura Moose was the lucky recipient and received $25. Come into the library and answer a trivia question, have your name go into a bucket and have a chance to win $25 every other month....
HS Girls Basketball Hulett 8, Sundance 57 Hulett 28, Moorcroft 49 Hulett 33, Midwest 29 HS Boys Basketball Hulett 58, Moorcroft 47 Hulett 62, Midwest 37 HS Girls Wrestling at Shane Shatto, Douglas Kyonna Roberts (115#) 2-1 (4th) Kyerra Roberts (140#) 3-1 (4th) JV Boys Wrestling at Shane Shatto, Douglas Dylan Williams (106#) 3-2 Marshall Munch (120#) 1-2 Jack Roberts (126#) 1-2 Trafton Riley (150#) 1-2 Justen Foster (175#) 4-0 (1st)...
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 winter descends upon Wyoming, the Wyoming State Parks Rangers are reminding residents and visitors to prioritize safety while enjoying outdoor activities, especially regarding ice conditions. Temperatures have been averaging 10 to 15 degrees warmer than usual, making ice stability more unpredictable and potentially dangerous for recreational activities. Earlier this month, Wyoming State Parks Rangers, Wyoming Game and Fish Department Game Wardens and other local law enforcement officers convened at Curt Gowdy State Park for their annual ice...
Colds, flus and other respiratory illnesses are often more common in colder months. Since people are indoors more often, viruses can pass more easily from person to person. An ounce of prevention is most definitely worth a pound of cure. Fortunately, you don’t need an extra stroke of luck to avoid getting sick when everyone else is under the weather; you just need to take the right preventative approach. Here are some tips for preventing common winter illnesses and keeping you and your loved ones healthy. 1. Thoroughly wash hands Germs can s...
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...
The Hulett volunteer fire department is sponsoring a raffle fundraiser. The department is selling tickets for half of a steer. Drawing will be February 20, 2025. If you would like to purchase a ticket, contact any Hulett firefighter. The department appreciates the support....
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...
We continue to make it easier for you to access our programs and benefits. Our website –www.SSA.gov– offers a convenient way to apply online for benefits. You can apply for: • Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits – You must be at least 61 years and 9 months and want your benefits to start in no more than four months. Apply at www.ssa.gov/retirement. • Disability Benefits – You can use our online application at www.ssa.gov/disability to apply for disability benefits if you: Are age 18 or older. Are unable to work because of a medical condition tha...
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...
Black Hills State University released the Dean’s List for the fall 2024 semester. A total of 758 students maintained a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher while taking at least 12 credit hours. Local students on the list include: Brandon Dixon and Lexie Marchant of Sundance, Gracie Lara of Moorcroft, Tanner Sandford of Beulah and Mary Strong of Hulett....
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...
Hulett Town Council The Hulett Town Council met on Dec. 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Present were Council members Bears, Kennah, Maher, and Mayor Parsons. Absent was Boz Backen. Motion to approve the agenda, Maher/Bears, mc. Motion to approve the November minutes, Kennah/Bears, mc. Motion to approve the financial report, Bears/Maher, mc. Airport- Meeting on Dec. 16 @ 5:00 p.m. Motion to pay general bills, Bears/Maher, mc. Motion to pay airport bills, Bears/Kennah, mc. Motion to pay Landfill closure bills, Kennah/Maher, mc. The Mayor read the Grand...
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...
Meeting Notice The Crook County Tourism Promotion Board will meet according to the following schedule in the coming months: January 15 • Moorcroft • West Texas Trail Museum • 5 p.m. February 19 • Sundance • Crook County Museum • 5 p.m. March 19 • Hulett • Community Center • 5 p.m. Publish: January 16, 2025...
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...
Jan. 20 – Scalloped potatoes with ham, veggie cup (carrots, broccoli, cucumbers, green pepper), green beans, wheat bread, applesauce, brownie Jan. 21 – Baked parmesan coated chicken, wheat roll, baked potatoes, creamed peas and carrots, cherry dump cake Jan. 22 – Beef tips with mushrooms over noodles, Capri veggies, fruit salad, oatmeal raisin cookie Jan. 23 – Liver and onions or Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, broccoli, tossed salad, wheat roll, mixed fruit, poke cake Jan. 24 – Fr...
Submit an Event Crook County Farm Bureau Federation: Thurs., Jan. 16, 6 p.m., FB Office, Sundance Crafty Stitchers: Sat., Jan. 18, 10 a.m., Hulett Civic Center Crook County School Board: Mon., Jan. 20, 6 p.m., Moorcroft Elementary Crook County Museum District: Thurs., Jan. 23, 5:30 p.m., West Texas Trail Museum, Moorcroft Veterans Outreach and Advocacy Program: Available to veterans and their families. Call 307-630-3230....
