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  • Circuit Court

    Dec 21, 2023

    Speeding – Ramsey Livingston, Eau Claire, WI, 93/75, $150; Michael Hefron, Bloomington, IN, 89/75, $130; Kyle Vandyke, Thornton, CO, 79/70, $103; Peyton Stoneking, Douglas, WY, 107/80, $195 No Seat Belt (passenger) – Blake Harding, Gillette, WY, $10 No Valid Driver’s License – Patricia Edwards, Liberty Lakes, WA, $140 Vehicle Off Road – Joseph S. Sorenson, Gillette, WY, $250 No Left Side Mirror – Payton E. Brock, Quapaw, OK, $90 Window Tint Violation – Chase Loebs, Newcastle, WY, $90 No Auto Insurance – Patricia Edwards, Liberty Lakes,...

  • Crook County Sheriff's Office

    Dec 21, 2023

    Dec. 11 – Five VIN checks. Fingerprints. Seven traffic stops. Two business checks. Citizen assist. Suspicious circumstance. Dec. 12 – Two VIN checks. Property damage. Two traffic stops. Four house watches. Two welfare checks. Suspicious circumstance. Three citizen assists. Project Life Saver. Traffic hazard. Dec. 13 – Two suspicious circumstances. House watch. Three traffic stops. Two motorist assists. Two business checks. Assist other agency. Property damage. Dec. 14 – Four VIN check. Prisoner transport. Three traffic stops. Three busines...

  • A thousand more homes to get broadband access

    Sarah Pridgeon|Dec 21, 2023

    Over a thousand homes in Crook County are set to have access to broadband internet for the first time thanks to federal grant awards that aim to make access available across the nation. Two local projects were among 32 applications to be approved for funding, with a total of $70.5 million in federal funds to be spent expanding broadband to more than 11,000 locations across the state that do not currently have access to high-speed internet. “This is the single-largest broadband investment in Wyoming history,” said Governor Mark Gordon in the...

  • Wyoming News Briefs

    Wyoming News Exchange Newspapers|Dec 21, 2023

    Man accused of strangling girlfriend, holding her against her will GILLETTE (WNE) — Officers forced their way into a home and later arrested a 37-year-old man who allegedly strangled his girlfriend and held her against her will Friday night. Police went to the 100 block of Bay Avenue for the report of a man and woman in a fight at about 11:15 p.m., Police Cpl. Dan Stroup said. When they arrived, they forced their way into the home after they heard a woman whimpering and what sounded like strangling noises. In the home, they spoke to the man a...

  • Christmas fun

    Dec 14, 2023

    Fill the Fire Truck and Deck the Halls Gala was held last Saturday at the Greater Hulett Community Center. The day was full of holiday cheer, from the decorations, pictures with Santa and tree lighting ceremony to the parade of lights. The live auction of beautifully decorated greenery, including wreaths and trees, was held. People enjoyed some great finger foods, amazing coffee and hot chocolate, all donated by local businesses. Funds will benefit the Hulett Chamber and Hulett Fire Dept. Toys...

  • EMS holds supper

    Dec 14, 2023

    The Hulett EMS hosted a pancake supper this year in lieu of their pie auction. The fundraiser was held at the civic center to help with ongoing operational expenses....

  • Hulett Branch Library

    Dec 14, 2023

    The Hulett Library will be hosting a Christmas Open House on Thurs., Dec. 14 from 1-3 p.m. Everyone is welcome. There will be refreshments, games and door prizes. The Silent Auction will end at 3 p.m. that day also. NEW FICTION BOOKS: Alex Cross Must Die by James Patterson – “Drop whatever you’re doing, Detective Cross, and head to Reagan Airport,” DC Metro Police dispatch says. “A jet just crashed and exploded on the runway. The chief and the FBI want you and John Sampson there pronto.” Cross and Sampson race to the crash site. The plane d...

  • Circuit Court

    Dec 14, 2023

    Speeding – Andrew Pinski, La Crosse, WI, 98/75, $175; Randy Peterson, Palermo, ND, 93/80, $125; Mark Maliske, Denver, CO, 79/70, $103; Jose Granados Dominguez, Gillette, WY, 96/80, $140; Devin Garza, Belle Fourche, SD, 82/65, $209; Jeremy Cuff, Kearns, UT, 84/70, $130 Drive While License Cancelled, Suspended or Revoked – Lane Efreaimson, Saginaw, MN, $440; Layla Marie Zink, Gillette, WY, $450 No Valid Driver’s License – Jermaine Brooks, Gillette, WY, $150 Expired Temporary License Permit/Improper Registration – Vance J. Petersen, Piedmont,...

  • Wyoming News Briefs

    Wyoming News Exchange Newspapers|Dec 14, 2023

    Children, mother injured in fiery crash near Ralston POWELL (WNE) — A woman and her two school-aged children suffered “extensive” injuries on Sunday evening after their vehicle crashed down an embankment and caught fire just east of Ralston. The 36-year-old woman, her nine-year-old son and her six-year-old daughter were all taken by ambulance to Powell Valley Hospital and then flown on to larger hospitals in neighboring states, said Trooper Kaycee Shroyer of the Wyoming Highway Patrol. Authorities were unsure of the occupants’ place of residen...

  • Christmas shopping at the library

    Dec 7, 2023

    The Hulett Branch Library hosted this year's Ladies Christmas Shopping Extravaganza last Friday at the library. Some of the vendors included: Rusty Soul Boutique, Dusti Rhoads, Scentsy, doTERRA, Crook County Cattlewomen, Christian Life Coach, Fudge and so much more. 78 people attended. The event was sponsored by Hulett Museum and Art Gallery and Hulett Branch Library....

  • Federal reviews complete for RER demo plant

    Sarah Pridgeon|Dec 7, 2023

    Rare Element Resources (RER) reports that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has finalized its review of the demo plant that the company anticipates will soon be built in Upton, officially completing the federal permitting process prior to construction. The DOE’s National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review was consistent with the one performed by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, RER says, with both finding no significant impact. This previous NEPA review will allow RER to make use of around 1000 tons of stockpiled material from t...

  • Fill the Fire Truck Toy Drive/Parade of Lights Dec. 9

    Dec 7, 2023

    Come to the Greater Hulett Community Center on Dec. 9 from noon to 4 p.m. to vote for your favorite door. Bring a new unused unwrapped gift on the 9th and place in front of the doors you like. Toys are counted as votes; the door with the most will win a beautiful gift basket. The goal is to fill the fire truck. Please join us for this event and help bring cheer to local children. Refreshments will be donated from local bighearted businesses and the building use was donated by the GHCC to help...

  • Crook County Sheriff's Office

    Dec 7, 2023

    Nov. 27 – Five VIN checks. Two property damage. Traffic hazard. Three business checks. Three house watches. Runaway juvenile. Assist other agency. Sex offense. Traffic stop. Nov. 28 – Three VIN checks. Prisoner transport. Theft-automobile. Five business checks. Three house watches. Motorist assist. Animal complaint. Nov. 29 – VIN check. Two business checks. Two traffic stops. Two motorist assists. Life Flight. House watch. Assist other agency. Nov. 30 – Four VIN checks. Two paper services. Five traffic stops. Accident. Stroke. Three EMS pag...

  • Circuit Court

    Dec 7, 2023

    Speeding – Sherie Denise Jones, Pine Haven, WY, 80/70, $100; David J. Snyder, Bethel, CT, 94/80, $130; Noah T. Rygh, Anchorage, AK, 85/70, $195; (minor), Coeur D’Alene, ID, 91/75, $140; Jeffrey Bjorkman, Park Rapids, MN, 88/75, $125; Dalton Blake Mayfield, Rapid City, SD, 89/65, $180 Stop Sign Violation – Paul Soliz, Gillette, WY, $140 No Valid Driver’s License – Jason A. Watt, Gillette, WY, $150 Open Container of Alcohol in Moving Vehicle – Michael Ray Hooper, Sundance, WY, $150 Violate Legal Weight (6001-8000) – Michael Case, Helena, MT, $...

  • Large-acre subdivision aims to organize service district

    Sarah Pridgeon|Dec 7, 2023

    The developer of one of the county’s newer large-acre subdivisions has filed a petition to form an improvement and service district for the 46 parcels contained within. A public hearing will take place for the proposed Yellowstone L&R Ranch Improvement and Service District on January 3 at 2 p.m., during the regular meeting of the Crook County Commissioners. The developer is Yellowstone L&R Ranch, a South Carolina limited liability company. The purpose of the district is to repair and maintain the roads within the subdivision, though it will n...

  • Hospital board still seeking trustee

    Sarah Pridgeon|Dec 7, 2023

    The Board of Trustees for Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) has been working with just four members since August, when Trustee Ed Ray resigned his position representing the Moorcroft area. At last week’s meeting, the board discussed next steps in finding a volunteer to fill out his remaining term, which ends in 2024. “I know this board has made significant efforts, I know there have been personal contacts, I know there was an article published in the newspaper,” said Board Attorney Kara Ellsbury. “If we don’t find someone s...

  • Christmas crafts

    Dec 7, 2023

    The library is always busy providing programs and crafts for the public. The last craft was a Christmas wreath. Nine ladies participated in the afternoon craft. Supplies are always provided; all participants have to bring is their creativity....

  • Wyoming officials blame Biden for coal mine layoffs

    Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com|Dec 7, 2023

    Wyoming leaders blame Biden administration coal policies as well as bureaucratic delays they claim are deliberate for layoffs at the Black Butte coal mine in southwest Wyoming. Nineteen miners were notified this week that they’d lose their jobs, and more layoffs could be in the works, according to reports. WyoFile was unable to confirm the information with Black Butte Coal. Gov. Mark Gordon’s press secretary Michael Pearlman told WyoFile, “We don’t have any concrete information, although we had heard that there may be additional layoffs...

  • Wyoming News Briefs

    Wyoming News Exchange Newspapers|Dec 7, 2023

    12-year-old arrested Thanksgiving Day bound over on drug charges GILLETTE (WNE) — A 75-year-old Gillette man arrested on drug charges Thanksgiving Day has been bound over to District Court. Dickie F. Sandy waived his preliminary hearing Nov. 30, binding him over to District Court for possession with intent to deliver meth and possession of meth and liquid meth, all felonies, as well as misdemeanor counts of cocaine and amphetamine pill possession, according to court documents. A Sheriff’s deputy, who recognized Sandy from his past work wit...

  • Hulett author releases study on the Book of Luke

    Nov 30, 2023

    Debi Plekan embarked on a journey to deepen her relationship and knowledge of Jesus, seeking guidance through prayer. Her answer came in the form of a three-year exploration and intense personal study of the book of Luke, leading to the creation of "With Jesus: an Intimate, In-depth Study of the Book of Luke" published by Westbow Press, a division of Thomas Nelson and Zondervan. This in-depth study and real-world teaching offers an invitation to forge a deeper intimacy with the Savior, sparking...

  • Local shopping

    Nov 30, 2023

    The annual Hulett craft fair had a great turnout this year. Thirteen vendors participated and over 150 shoppers walked through the GHCC gym. There were a variety of items for sale including woodworking, quilts, wreaths and baked goods. The event was sponsored by the recreation board, and they made around $500....

  • Hulett Branch Library

    Nancy Bowles|Nov 30, 2023

    Ladies, mark your calendars for Dec. 1 and join us at the Library for a Ladies Christmas Shopping Extravaganza. Doors will be open from 1-5:30 p.m. There will be wonderful shopping, door prizes (provided by the vendors) and snacks. This event is sponsored by the Hulett Branch Library and the Hulett Museum and Art Gallery. NEW FICTION BOOKS: Resurrection Walk by Michael Connelly – Defense attorney Mickey Haller is back, taking the long shot cases, where the chances of winning are one in a million. After getting a wrongfully convicted man out o...

  • Veterans assistance available

    Nov 30, 2023

    A state of Wyoming veterans service officer from the Wyoming Veterans Commission will conduct community outreach services around Wyoming cities throughout December. Sandy McFarland is available to meet with veterans and their families to discuss state and federal veterans’ benefits, Department of Veterans Affairs claims, or VA healthcare. McFarland can also help veterans and their families apply for benefits, file claims or request healthcare. Her office is located at 551 Running West Dr., Ste. 100, in Gillette, and she will be available f...

  • Cattlewomen plan Christmas party

    Nov 30, 2023

    The Crook County Cattlewomen Christmas party will be held at the Gulch at Devils Tower on December 13 from 5 to 6 p.m. followed by dinner. Attendees are asked to bring non-perishable beef products for Hulett, Sundance and Moorcroft Schools. RSVP Tracy Bush....

  • Circuit Court

    Nov 30, 2023

    Speeding – Christopher W. Bears, Hulett, WY, 80/65, $135; Clinton Snook, Hulett, WY, 80/65, $135; Travis Hartman, Bozeman, MT, 80/70, $105; Joseph Wiles, Manitowoc, WI, 84/75, $103; Oscar Arbelaez Vargas, Tampa, FL, 94/80, $130; (truck) – Chase K. Roundy, Cedar City, UT, 37/30, $414; David Shenkel, Spokane, WA, 88/80, $396 No Valid Title, Registration and License Plates – Cullen P. Kelly, Hulett, WY, $140 Intermediate Permit Passenger Violation – (minor), Moorcroft, WY, $90 Meet or Pass Stopped School Bus – Beth Ellsbury, Sundance, WY, $440...

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