Articles from the August 8, 2013 edition
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Washington Report
In Wyoming, we are reminded regularly that coal is America’s most affordable, reliable and abundant energy resource. Back in Washington, the Obama Administration ignores reality and continues to...
The tender part of my foot
As I was rushing to work this morning, I took a few minutes to bedazzle the toes. Just a quick trim, a few clips and a nice coat of pink cotton candy. Not much, but sure made me feel better and...
Marjorie Simineo
Marjorie Lynn Simineo, 60, passed away peacefully at Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne on Thursday, July 25, 2013. She had tenaciously fought gallbladder cancer for several years even though she was...
News Notes
Time for back-to-school immunizations It’s time for back-to-school immunizations at Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department. Children’s clinics are held every Tuesday and Wednesday from 1 to 4...
Community Calendar
Thursday, Aug. 8 Fun for Kids Fun for Kids will be presented for preschoolers at the Pine Bluffs Branch Library at 10 a.m. Serenity Al-anon Pine Bluffs Serenity Al-Anon meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at United Methodist Church. Use the east door. All are...
Rageths celebrate Golden Anniversary
Kenneth and Lois (Knickman) Rageth are celebrating their golden wedding anniversary. The couple were married in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on Aug. 17, 1963, at the Salem Evangelical United Brethren...
Weddings
Lindsey Balzan and Jesse Dersham were married July 6th, 2013, at the Wheatland United Methodist Church with Pastor Dan DeBruyn officiating. The bride is the daughter of Larry and Cindy Balzan of...
Birth Announcements
Brynlee Loyd of Goodland, Kan., is excited to announce the birth of her little sister Kynsee Jade. She was born July 22, 2013, in Goodland, Kan., weighing 7 lbs., 2.8 oz. and was 20 1/4 inches long....
Birth Announcements
A son, Axe Antonio Lee, was born to Joanne and Adam Pruitt of Cheyenne on July 29, 2013, at 8:13 a.m. at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center....
Birth Announcements
Adrian Wayne was born to Carrie and Jason Popham at 1:42 a.m., June 2, 2013, at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. He was 8 lbs., 13 oz. and was 20.5 inches long. Big sister Delaney was ecstatic to...
Council shows appreciation
Councilman Mike Ragsdale stood in as mayor pro tem for the absent Bill Shain at Monday nights Pine Bluffs council meeting and began the meeting with a bit of thanks. “Every community has its... Full story
The fields are alive with the sound of combines
A local Pine Bluffs farmer leads a trail of wheat shaft dust Monday afternoon as harvest in our area hits the downturn. Wyoming Wheat Marketing Commission director Keith Kennedy estimated in his last...
Chill in the air can't stop the Trail Days Teen Rodeo
Over 100 contestants ages 4 through 18 competed in the Trail Days Rodeo on Saturday. Despite the chilly weather, organizers called it a fantastic turnout. The youngest cowboys and cowgirls did some sh...
=G Rodeo series wraps up summer action
The =G Rodeo concluded another season at the Pine Bluffs Rodeo arena Friday night. Several season buckle winners also won their events Friday. Steer rider Chase Stricklin was one such rider. He won...
=G Rodeo Series 2013 Buckle Winners
Youth All Around: Cole Lang Steer Riding: Chase Stricklin Jr/Sr Team Roping: Baylen Smith Pee Wee Barrels: Bryndel Burke Novice Breakaway: Cole Lane Novice Goat Tying: Reata Hoar Open Goat Tying:...
Trail Days mud volleyball results
Twenty-seven teams participated in the 21st Annual Trail Days Coed Mud Volleyball Tournament The first place team members all received a Coed Mud Volleyball Champion T-shirt for their victory. In...
13th Annual Longhorn Stampede
The 13th Annual 5K/1Mile Longhorn Stampede Fun Run/Walk was held 7 a.m. Saturday morning starting and finishing at the Pine Bluffs Community Center. Seventy participants registered for the run/walk....
Trail Days horseshoe tourney results
The Pine Bluffs Trail Days horseshoe tournament had a big turn out of 28 players. There was a blind draw of partners teams. The first place team was Trey Wilbeck of Omaha, Neb., and Marvin Bernard of...
63rd Annual Trail Days fun for everyone
Pine Bluffs Trail Days Parade winners Adult — Wayne Brown, ‘57 Chevy Youth — Pine Bluffs Baptist youth group Business — Beauty Box Religious — St. Paul Catholic Church Best use of theme ...
A festival as it should be: Food, fun, and friends
Trail Days began Wednesday evening, July 31, with dinner and a show. The authentic chuck-wagon feed outside the historic high school attracted many with the warm scent of peach cobbler. Beef brisket,...
1983 Hornets come home
The class of 1983 celebrated their 30 year class reunion on Aug. 2, when Stu and Katt Fornstrom hosted an ice breaker party/BBQ at their house. Food, fun and talking about the “good ol’ days...
Weed infestation may put you in a 'bind'
A green lawn, well maintained, watered and cared for is a point of pride for its caretaker. However, as with any prized possession, enemies can attack and turn beauty into a beast. Many weeds that... Full story
2013 Bushnell Day - old-fashioned fun
Bring your lawn chairs to the grassy area under the water tower and get set for a great listen. On Saturday, Aug. 17, from 11 a.m. — 1 p.m., the Green Valley Homesteaders will be the featured...
Burns News
School will be back in session before we know it! But let’s not rush the end of summer vacation. Stop by the Burns Branch Library on Saturday Aug. 10, at 10 a.m. That’s the last day of the...