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  • The Maschhoffs LLC hopes to buy out Smithfield Farms of Albin

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Oct 3, 2019

    Big changes are on the horizon for Smithfield in Albin. Bradley Wolter from The Maschhoffs LLC hosted a supper meet and greet on Monday for the people of Albin to come out and meet the potential new owners of the local Smithfield. Maschhoff farms has been an independent supplier to Smithfield for many years and has recently made the decision to purchase the Albin location. Ken and Dave Maschhoff along with their wives Julie and Karen are fifth generation farmers from Carlyle, Illinois that have...

  • Pine Bluffs Seniors learn how to avoid Financial Abuse

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Oct 3, 2019

    When my mother began forgetting things, telling the same stories over and over, I worried that she might be in danger of not being able to care for her finances the way that she used to. I was lucky that I had two sisters that lived in the same town as she did that were able to take care of her as her condition worsened. It never occurred to me that either of my sisters would ever take advantage of my mother; however, there are many families who are not that lucky. When people hear the word...

  • Let's Go Fly a Kite!

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Oct 3, 2019

    Saturday saw the completion of the third annual End of the Trail Kite Festival. Despite the cold and the almost 40 mile per hour gusts that were not very kite friendly, the day went off without a hitch. Kite flyers from all over came out to show their kite skills along with several vendors, and KRRR Radio. Kite flyers from the American Kitefliers Association and the Rocky Mountain Kite Association were there to demonstrate their stunt flying ability. Darwin and Berna Smith were also there all...

  • Two bridges to be replaced on WTO 215 between Pine Bluffs and Albin

    Oct 3, 2019

    CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A project to replace two structures on WYO 215 between Pine Bluffs and Albin is scheduled to begin Monday, Sept. 30, and will last several months. The structures are at MM 0.9 over Lodgepole Creek and at MM 1.7 over Spring Creek. Crews with Reiman Corp. will first build detour routes around both bridges that will be in place for the duration of the project. Both detours will be gravel and reduced speed limits will be in effect. Once the detours are in place, work to replace the structures will begin. Construction is s...

  • American Lung Association in Wyoming combats Youth Vaping Epidemic through education and Keeps students in schools

    Oct 3, 2019

    CHEYENNE (September 26, 2019) – Wyoming is facing a youth e-cigarette epidemic, as last year alone, there was a 78 percent increase in high school kids vaping according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Vaping places youths’ developing lungs at risk of irreversible lung damage and disease and sets them up for a lifetime of addiction to tobacco products. To combat this epidemic, the American Lung Association is offering local schools new resources, including a new program to support and educate students about the risks of e-c...

  • 2019 Congressional Family Farmers Fly-In

    Penny Merryfield|Oct 3, 2019

    11 Family Farmers 'Fly-In' to Washington to Advocate Stronger Food and Agricultural Policy WASHINGTON – After yet another year of depressed commodity prices, uncertainty in export and biofuels markets, rapid consolidation in the food and agriculture sectors, and extreme and unseasonal weather events, nearly 400 of National Farmers Union's (NFU) family farmer and rancher members will travel to Washington, D.C., next week to meet face-to-face with administration officials and members of C...

  • Burns Broncs vs Wheatland Bulldogs

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Oct 3, 2019

    The Burns Broncs were able to dominate the Wheatland Bulldogs last Friday soothing the burn from the crushing homecoming game. Coach Morrison saw his team rise to the challenge and pull out a 42-7 win bringing their season to a 2-2. "The boys played well. We dominated both sides of the ball." Coach Morrison said. And dominate they did. Offensive linemen Gabe Childers, Kolton Keslar, Lincoln Siebert, Mitch Miller, and Wade Pollock brought out an incredible blocking game keeping Wheatland from...

  • Pine Bluffs Hornets vs Tongue River Eagles

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Oct 3, 2019

    The Hornets came home from Tongue River with a win! The Hornets squeezed by the Eagles with a 16 to 13 win last Friday night, and it was a much needed lift to the season so far. #14 Donte Jacobsen showed up ready to play With 138 yards and two touchdowns, Jacobsen saw a pretty good night all around. #9 Michael Shain was able to pull off 12 carries for the game for a total of 31 yards, and #6 Ryan Fornstrom helped drive home the win with his accumulated 36 yards. While the boys still have some...

  • Burns/Pine Bluffs XC compete at Saratoga Invite

    A Rousseau|Oct 3, 2019

    The Pine Bluffs/ Burns team headed over the summit to race in Saratoga today. The weather was perfect for running, 65 and overcast. It only started raining when we got to the Hobo Hot Springs. This is the first time that we have seen most teams in our conference that we will compete at the State Meet in 4 weeks. This was a great state practice since we were at 6800 ft. Our Junior High girls are still pushing themselves. This week they ran an almost 2-mile race. This was only .4 off of the race from last week but we made great growth. The...

  • Burns High School FFA hosts 5K Run/Walk October 12 Funds to support assistant coach

    Grace Steenbergen Reporter Burns FFA chapter|Oct 3, 2019

    After learning Burns High School assistant football Colby Ward was diagnosed with cancer, Burns High School faculty and students banded together to raise money to assist Ward and his family with medical bills. This summer, Ward was on a fly-fishing trip when he became ill. Doctors discovered a cancerous mass in his brain. Ward had surgery and is now undergoing chemotherapy. Each year, the Burns High School FFA chapter holds a 5k Run/Walk. This year, funds from the 3rd annual FFA 5K Run/Walk will go to help Coach Ward and his family. The FFA 5K...

  • Carpenter Elementary holds "Pool Party" for Read Across America

    Mr. Thompson 6th grade teacher Carpenter Elem.|Oct 3, 2019

    Homecoming pride can be seen all over and Carpenter was in on the fun! In an effort to spread school spirit to all grade levels, the Carpenter Coyote Student Council brought the celebration to their community. The Coyotes participated in several themed dress-up days throughout the week and attended the Burns Junior and Senior High School parade. Wednesday was quite special in particular. The student council wanted to get their peers excited about academics, as well as sports. The kids decided...

  • 2019 Pine Bluffs High School Homecoming Court

    Oct 3, 2019

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  • Prelude to A Vampire's Ball

    Victoria Smithey Pine Bluffs Post|Oct 3, 2019

    Before the kids go trick or treating, before the pumpkins get carved, and before everyone goes hog wild on the snack size candy, Cheyenne is hosting its first annual Vampire Ball and Bachelor Auction. For adults looking for a scary good time with friends or a significant other look no further than October 18th at the Asher Upstairs. The Vampire Ball will boast a dessert bar from Mullendore Confectionery, beer and wine sales from T-Joes Steak House, live music, tarot card readings, and booths...