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Remembering Mayor Hillman RECALLED AS A LEADER WHO WAS DEVOTED TO FAMILY, COMMUNITY the importance of being kind to others, Jason Hillman said; he told his kids that people “are not going to remember what n remembrances last week, you did — they’ll remember friends, colleagues and how you treated them.”

Hillman supported his chilfamily members recalled late Powell Mayor Don Hill- dren in their endeavors, whether that meant man as a man who watching every truly cared about sporting event or the people in his life letting his daughand his community. ter, Raquel, practice Hillman, 74, died administering shots Feb. 4 following a into his mouth when lengthy battle with she was in dental liver cancer. hygiene school.

“Mayor Hillman Whenever his was a leader, colfamily or others league, community needed something, supporter, mentor, Hillman showed up DON HILLMAN Panther fan, dad, to help. grandfather and “He was always there for good friend,” Powell Council President John Wetzel said as us,” Jason Hillman said.

He said his dad took good he opened the council’s Moncare of his family. day, Feb. 6 meeting.

“For as stoic and quiet as he Mourners from across the Big Horn Basin later filled the was, he was also real tender sanctuary of the Union Pres- and caring,” Jason Hillman byterian Church in Powell for said.

When people come to the end Hillman’s Friday morning meof their lives, they often reach morial service.

Jason Hillman said his dad out to their loved ones or want had “a big voice and a big to make things right.

“One comfort I had with my heart.”

Hillman valued relationships and taught his children See Hillman, Page 3

BY TESSA BAKER AND DON COGGER Tribune Staff

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Man still missing on North Fork Members of the Park County Search and Rescue Unit spent Thursday looking for a missing Powell man without any luck.

Gib Mathers, 61, has been missing since Jan. 31. The Tribune reporter was last seen around midday near the Wapiti Campground inside the Shoshone National Forest, not far from where his snowcovered truck was noticed by a state trooper on Feb. 3.

“We had no formal searches over the weekend, but our members continually go up there on their own to check

conditions,” Park County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Lance Mathess said Monday afternoon. “We continue to use ground units, canine handlers and our search plane, but so far nothing. We will continue along this path until conditions change.”

Searchers spent Feb. 3 and 4 looking for Mathers until weather conditions prevented the teams from searching for several days.

Anyone with information about Mathers’ whereabouts is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at 754-8700.

Flooding from rapidly melting snow washed away a portion of Park County Road 7RP on Thursday. ‘We had to close a large section of that road,’ said Brian Edwards, Park County engineer. Edwards said county crews will repair 7RP and lesser damage to Road 8UC as soon as possible. Photo courtesy Park County Engineer Office

RAPIDLY MELTING SNOW CAUSES WIDESPREAD FLOODING IN CLARK

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Powell snow removal a big task in snow event year

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irst, the snow kept falling — storm after storm after storm, since before Christmas.

Beginning in mid-December, Park County road crews plowed county roads again and again, working to provide access to rural roads for area residents.

With each pass of the plows, the snow built up higher on the sides of the roads.

From a car, it was impossible to see over the tops of the plowed snow in many places, making it seem like driving through a tunnel.

Then, on Thursday, the wind strengthened and changed direction, coming from the south to become a very strong — and very warm — chinook.

And that was the last ingredient in a

So you think you’re tired of shoveling snow from your sidewalks?

The City of Powell and its scooping crew (loader and dump trucks) have been hauling away around 1,200 cubic yards of snow from each of the major snow events that has visited the area in the last month.

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ith 400 employees and close to 2,000 students, Northwest College figures prominently in Powell’s economic landscape.

But students and local businesses agree that interaction between NWC and the community always has room for improvement.

About 30 community stakeholders and other interested parties braved yet another snowstorm Feb. 1 to attend a

Connect to Community meeting at The Commons, hosted by Powell Economic Partnership (PEP).

The purpose of the meeting was to explore ways Northwest College can improve its social and business interaction with the community, as well as strengthening Powell’s image as a “college town.”

“There’s been a lot of conversation about, when you come to Powell, do you even know there’s a college in town?”

PEP Executive Director Christine Bekes asked those in attendance. “You

enter from the west side; you can’t really see there is a college until you hit the little green sign that says, ‘Northwest College to the left’ on Division Street.

We don’t have that energy that a typical college town might have ... how can we strengthen the bridge for businesses and the community?”

NWC President Stefani Hicswa presented the results of a survey of 240 students conducted on campus, outlining their likes and dislikes about the community of Powell. She then invited feedback from attendees at the meeting

DISTRICT CHAMPS NWC wrestlers (from left) Lisiate Anau, Jeffrey Oakes, Matthew Widdicombe, Justin Polkowske and Riley Loveless stand with head coach Jim Zeigler (far right) and hold up their respective weight class bracket posters after each placed first at the NJCAA Rocky Mountain District National Qualifier on Saturday. Along with the five individual titles, the NWC wrestling team emerged as district champions and a total of nine Trapper wrestlers qualified for nationals. For the full story, see Page 9.

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And that’s just snow cleared from the downtown and other areas to allow a path for snowmelt. At the same time, city crews displace thousands more cubic yards of snow to either the center of streets or to the sides of streets where residential and business traffic can still move.

Can Powell be a better ‘college town?’

BY DON COGGER Tribune Staff Writer

recipe for unprecedented flooding in and around Clark on Thursday evening.

Rapidly melting snow ended up washing away a portion of Park County Road 7RP and dealt lesser damage to Road 8UC, forcing county leaders to close portions of both of those roads.

Park County Engineer Brian Edwards said Monday that county crews will repair the roads as soon as possible.

Edwards said he hopes the February thaw will lessen problems with snowmelt later this spring.

“We expect it will be a bad spring for road damage and drainage issues,” he said.

One of the sure signs that something unusual was happening on Thursday came in the form of a 911 call at about 5:30 p.m. from Marian Moore of Clark, who told a

It is not uncommon to haul away 200 to 300 dump truck loads of snow after a large snow event.

One inch of snowfall puts down over 28,000 cubic yards of snow on the streets of Powell, said Gary Butts, Powell’s See Removal, Page 2

BUSINESS, NWC LEADERS MULL HOW TO STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN STUDENTS AND COMMUNITY

in the form of a survey mirroring the one given students.

Questions covered a variety of topics, including the amount of time and money students spent patronizing local shopping and eating establishments, what they like best about living in Powell, whether would they take advantage of internships if they were available, and what they think is missing from the community.

“I thought students were very open with their responses,” Hicswa told the audience. “It really gave us a great start-

ing point on things we need to address.”

Questions asked of stakeholders inquired about the frequency of attendance at NWC events and competitions, whether they would welcome student interns and if they find students to be an asset to the community.

A major takeaway from both surveys was that a disconnect between the community and the college exists, and the relationship needs to be improved. Better utilization of social media, improved See Relationship, Page 3

Website calls Powell the All-America City ‘you’ll want to move to immediately’ Powell is a city “that anyone would be proud to call home,” the website Only in Your State proclaimed last week.

“Between the environment, friendly people and welcoming community, Powell is a great place to live or visit,” read a Friday article on the site. “This ideal city is a perfect blend of a progressive community with a small town atmosphere and oldfashioned values.”

With a population of around 6,500, Only in Your State called Powell “not too big and not too small.”

“The town of Powell is just right in so many ways,” the article continued. It also praised the community’s “exceptional educational opportunities” and notes its past distinction as an All-America City.

While most information is

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up-to-date, the article includes a picture of a downtown mural that no longer exists. The mural, featuring the All-America City emblem from 1994, was painted over in October 2015.

The article also features a photograph of Hansel & Gretel’s restaurant, which was a fixture in downtown Powell for decades. The restaurant was recently sold, and will re-open as Millstone Pizza Company.

The piece accurately describes the clean air, blue skies and sunshine, but locals who have endured this unusually snowy winter may chuckle at its description of the climate.

“With mild winters and warm, dry summers, Powell Valley sees very little rain or snow,” the article says.

The piece can be read at www.tinyurl.com/OnlyPowell.

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OBITUARIES PA I D

Vincent ‘Vinny’ Ross Barker (March 4, 1969 - Feb. 6, 2017) Vincent Ross Barker, “Vinny” died unexpectedly at his home in Stevensville, Montana, on Feb. 6, 2017, at 47 years old.

He was born on March 4, 1969, in Missoula, Montana, and raised in Stevensville.

Vince married Wendy Mayfield of Cody in 1999. He was very proud of Wendy and her accomplishments. He loved to brag about his wife (mostly when she was not around).

Vince was always concerned about his family and friends more than himself. His children were always in his thoughts and he was very proud of them. He

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He had a love for the out- playing his talent as though it was something anydoors, especially if it one could do. Vince involved four-wheelwas not a vain man. ing. Vince always Vince worked at put others first and Bitterroot Tool and was always lending a Machine in Stevenshand no matter what. ville; he was a very He had friends on a hard worker and aclot of levels and each complished machinone of them loved ist. him and found his friendship to be very Vince is survived special and priceless. by his wife, Wendy Considering his Barker; his sons, VINCE BARKER extreme talent as a Cameron (Meagan) craftsman, Vince was a humble Barker of Powell, Mitchell man. It didn’t matter whether Mayfield of Laramie, and Kabuilding a firearm, recycling leb Barker of Fort Campbell, junk lumber into a beautiful Kentucky; his father, Donald piece of furniture, welding a (Laura) Barker of Meeteetse; piece of equipment, machining his mother, Barbara (Steven) anything he needed or restor- Ilg of Powell; his brothers,

Michael Barker of Williston, North Dakota, and Bradford (Stephanie) Barker of Powell; his sisters, Amy (Craig) Guelff of Billings and Annie Barker of Meeteetse; two grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins; his lifelong best friend, Peter McKinley; his father and mother-in-law, Gary and Patricia Mayfield; his sisters-in-law, Crystal (Bryan) Frankenberry, Heather (Paul) Faxon and Stacey Logan; several in-law nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; grandmother, Donna Hall.

A memorial service was held on Friday, Feb. 10, at Jesus Community Church, 318 College Street in Stevensville. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www. whitesittfuneralhome.com.

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Grace Purvis McGary (Feb. 11, 1922 - Feb. 10, 2017) Grace Purvis McGary, of Cody, died at West Park Hospital’s Long Term Care Center on Feb. 10, 2017, surrounded by her family. She was 94 and 364 days old.

Grace was born on Feb. 11, 1922, in Cody, to Henry and Frances Purvis. She married Guy Kalian on Oct. 13, 1945.

They moved to Vancouver, Washington, where she worked as a secretary at Fruit Valley School and Minnehaha School.

She was always a lovShe had three daughters in Vaning grandma, and her home couver: Sue, Vicky and Carol. on South Fork was In 1964, they open to anyone who moved back to Cody stopped by. She will where Henrietta was always be known as born. Guy and Grace Grandma Grace to divorced in 1966. many kids.

She married John Her favorite fruit McGary in 1967. She was chocolate. Grace worked at the Mcloved going to the Gary Family Ranch, Thorofare with her Salt Creek Freight mom and dad, always Ways, Credit Bureau talking about her of Cody, and finally retiring from Celotex GRACE McGARY younger days in hunting camps. in 2001.

She will truly be missed by She was a member of the Irma Flat Mother’s Club and a her family and friends.

Grace was preceded in death lifetime member of the VFW by her husband John, father, Ladies Auxiliary.

mother, two brothers, and one grandson.

She is survived by her four daughters: Sue (Gary) Packard, Vicky Mulholland, Carol (Merlin) Hill, and Henrietta McGary; 10 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; 23 great-great-grandchildren, and countless other family and friends.

Visitation will be at Ballard Funeral Home on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 5-7 p.m. Graveside services will take place at Bull Creek Cemetery (up South Fork) on Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 2 p.m.

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Continued from Page 1 director of public works. In storms of blowing and drifting snow, the amount can be significantly higher; an 8-inch snowfall can deposit more than 224,000 cubic yards on city streets.

“Obviously, we cannot plow to the sides of streets as the county and highway departments are allowed to do, as this would block people in and out of residences and businesses,” Butts said.

Snow removal can be costly, Butts noted. The city has absorbed a little over 200 hours of overtime wages in keeping

travel ways open for emergency services and the public since the start of snow season in November. The roughly $7,000 in overtime pay can be covered by this year’s city budget.

“Typically, overtime is kept to a minimum by not going out while the storm is still snowing heavily and blowing, as the efforts to remove the snow will be quickly lost to snow blowing into the removed area,” Butts said. “The city will try to time the overtime to coincide closely with the end of the storm period as much as possible.”

Butts appealed to drivers to stay away from the snow removal operations to give opera-

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“Too many times, it would appear that small vehicles look like they want a load of snow from our loader when they get in the middle of things,” he said.

Snow is dumped at the fairgrounds under an agreement with the county. The city also utilizes unoccupied parking lots and other city-owned areas.

“As the snow piles up, our options become more limited as these areas get used up,” Butts said.

Butts stressed that city ordinance requires residents to keep the snow that they shovel

from their sidewalks and driveways on their own property.

“The reason for this is, when they pile it in the gutter it creates a flow jam that can create a hazard for themselves or their neighbors,” Butts said.

When snow melts, it needs a place to run, he explained. If there is a blockage in the street, it impedes the runoff to the drains, and re-freezing can create a bigger hazard.

“The city has enough snow to deal with on the streets already,” Butts said. “Please keep the snow that private property deals with on private property.”

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Sandbags stacked along ice-jammed Big Horn River (AP) – Wyoming National Guard soldiers, firefighters and anxious residents stacked sandbags Monday along the Big Horn River after it jumped its banks over the weekend and forced the evacuation of more than 100 homes and businesses.

The river remained above flood level in Worland while officials downstream in Big Horn County were preparing for the arrival of rising water.

No injuries were reported but some homes were damaged, officials said.

While the situation was stabilizing in Worland, concerns mounted in the downstream communities of Greybull and

Manderson, said Kelly Ruiz, a spokeswoman with Wyoming’s Homeland Security Office.

Warm temperatures melted heavy acculmulated snow. Ice jams caused the water to back up.

“It was a bad combination — frozen ground and frozen river channels and that water has got to go somewhere,” said Al Ross, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service.

Flooding from snowmelt does not normally start until March or April, and Ross couldn’t recall it happening in mid-February in the last two decades.

The river rose nearly 5 feet above flood stage over the weekend before receding, Ross said.

Ice jams on the Big Horn River are unpredictable and shift, said Kami Neighbors, a Washakie County government spokeswoman. “We’re just waiting for it to warm up and the ice to break up,” she said. “It could be days still.”

Some evacuated homeowners were allowed to retrieve personal belongings Monday if water had receded from their homes, Ruiz said. About 60 National Guard troops were sent to the Worland area to help with sandbagging while another dozen headed to Big Horn County.

Gov. Matt Mead declared a state of emergency on Friday to deal with flooding and other weather issues around the state.

Family members, friends and community members gathered Friday morning at Union Presbyterian Church for Mayor Don Hillman’s memorial service. He served Powell for many years in a variety of areas, including the Powell City Council, school board, recreation board, Powell Athletic Roundtable, Babe Ruth and Legion baseball programs, and the Powell Volunteer Fire Department. Tribune photo by Tessa Baker

Relationship: More signs for college a possibility Continued from Page 1 marketing from both the college and local businesses about what each has to offer the other, and online job listings geared toward students were all offered as potential remedies.

Increased signage at the city limits and around town heralding Powell as the home of NWC was also discussed.

In the end, it was agreed that Northwest College and the community need to meet each other halfway. Survey results indicated that local businesses want college students as customers and enjoy having them as part of the community.

As for students, they enjoy patronizing local establishments, have a positive perception of Powell and would like to see more of a variety of activities available to them, according to the survey.

Bekes and Hicswa called the meeting a success, with plans to take information gleaned from it and turn it into action.

“I think both the college and community want to connect,” Bekes said. “We just need to figure out how to.”

With families and community members involved in different levels of activities and ever-changing technologies, everyone has a different way of connecting, Bekes said. The goal now is to get everyone on the same page, to make information and events easier to find and disseminate.

“Today was a bigger dialogue,

Hillman: ‘We as a city will miss Don in so many ways’ Continued from Page 1

NWC President Stefani Hicswa (left) looks on as Powell Ecomomic Partnership Executive Director Christine Bekes welcomes residents to a Connect to Community meeting at The Commons Feb. 1. The meeting explored ways Northwest College and the community of Powell could improve interaction. Tribune photo by Don Cogger because we are ready for some action,” she explained. “There are some things out there that are clearly a priority and need to get done. Again, the college can’t do it all, PEP can’t do it all, but we as a whole can get it done.”

Hicswa agreed, saying the ideas and information shared will be beneficial moving forward.

“The information we received is invaluable,” Hicswa said. “It starts the conversation. You get this synchronicity, and there’s no limit to what the possibilities are. It’s really exciting to see this piece of the PEP Strategic Plan coming together.”

Hicswa was also encouraged by the overall positivity of those

who participated in both surveys.

“We didn’t sit around and complain about what we wish there was,” she said. “It was very positive and focused on the future, and really very proactive.”

For NWC’s part, Hicswa said the college will now analyze the data with PEP and come up with a starting point. The idea of a central location where people can find information and updates was seen as especially promising.

“It’s just a matter of who is going to do what, sorting that out from the notes and the data,” Hicswa said. “There are some really simple things we can jump on right away. There is real potential here, and it’s untapped.”

dad was that he didn’t have to worry about that, because he spent his whole life making things right,” Jason Hillman said. “Never once did our family wonder if dad loved us, because he showed us all the time.”

He is survived by his wife, Judie; children, Jason (Amy) Hillman and Raquel (Stuart) Schwab; and three grandchildren.

In a eulogy, Hillman’s longtime friend Dave Bonner said Hillman stepped up to get the job done, whether that was in baseball or in public service as mayor.

When Hillman announced he was running for re-election in May 2016, he said plainly, “‘If I didn’t think I could do it, I wouldn’t run,’” recalled Bonner, who is the publisher of the Powell Tribune.

“In effect he was saying, ‘I’m going to give it my all, and we’ll see what happens,’” Bonner said. “He wanted to stay in the game.”

Hillman never used his illness as an excuse, nor did he complain about it.

In his last months as mayor, he championed for the $13.68 million sales tax that will fund the widening of Absaroka Street and other projects; it’s a project he won’t get to see completed,

of pride that he spoke of often, based on solid work of all the city employees and councils of years gone by ... that’s a grand tradition we will maintain as we move forward.”

Councilman Floyd Young remembered Hillman as a proven leader who was always searching for solutions to problems facing the city.

“We’re in pretty good shape because of Mayor Hillman’s forward thinking,” Young said.

“I’ve always appreciated that.

He would see a problem and work to fix it, to make a difference.”

Powell Wastewater Superintendent Bill Winters shared an anecdote about the mayor, illustrating his friendship and generosity. As a councilman in 1990, Hillman was instrumental in helping Winters successfully enter and complete a treatment program, and for that, Winters will always be grateful.

“That’s just the kind of guy he was, but you all know that,” Winters said to those in attendance. “It was those behind-thescenes things he took interest in for the citizens of Powell. I just wanted to mention that me, maybe my kids, we might not have been here if some of that wasn’t sought after by him. That was out of the ordinary. His are going to be some big shoes to fill.”

but one that is part of his legacy, Bonner said.

“He was genuine, he was credible, and he made others believe in him and the project,” Bonner said. “That’s the mark of a leader.”

Hillman was easily re-elected in November; he was sworn in to his second term on Jan. 3.

“Little did we know, that the first meeting of his new term was his last as mayor,” Bonner said.

Hillman was also warmly remembered at last week’s council meeting. President Wetzel read a brief statement, informing those in attendance of Hillman’s passing and offering condolences to Hillman’s family and the community that supported him.

“We as a city will miss Don in so many ways. He brought knowledge, forethought, compassion and a good deal more to the challenges of the mayor’s job,” Wetzel said.

He went on to praise the work Hillman accomplished during his time in office, and promised the City of Powell, the council and the city departments would continue that legacy.

“Powell is in great shape in so many ways, especially our infrastructure,” Wetzel said.

“He (Hillman) loved to talk about our infrastructure. To many that would be a bore, but not to Don. There was a sense

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Spay/neuter cats and dogs For many of us, pets become part of our families.

Whether it’s a dog happily greeting you after a long day or a cat curled up alongside you on a wintry evening, pets are affectionate companions. Given how sweet and loving they can be, it’s difficult to think about all the unwanted animals who don’t have homes.

“Cats, cats, cats … our communities and shelters have far too many unwanted cats,” the City of Powell/ Moyer Animal Shelter staff posted Friday.

They encourage residents to reduce the problem by spaying and neutering pets as well as feral cats that you may be feeding.

Throughout February, local veterinarians and the City of Powell are partnering to sponsor spay/neuter and vaccination clinics. Participating vets are offering a 20 percent discount on spaying or neutering your pets to prevent unwanted kittens and puppies.

For more information, see the story on Page 6.

The local campaign coincides with Spay/Neuter Awareness Month, recognized in February.

If you haven’t made an appointment for your animals, now’s the time to do it. Pet owners have a responsibility to help reduce the number of unwanted animals that end up in a shelter, fending for themselves on the street or worse.

Thankfully, the City of Powell/Moyer Animal Shelter is committed to caring for cats and dogs until they find homes. But sometimes it takes months before an animal is adopted, or, in rare cases, even years.

While Powell is blessed to have a no-kill animal shelter, that’s not true for many communities across the U.S. About 2.4 million healthy, adoptable dogs and cats are euthanized in animal shelters each year, according to The Humane Society of the United States.

“Often these animals are the offspring of cherished family pets,” the Humane Society says. “A solution is possible and starts with each of us taking one small step: Getting our own pets spayed or neutered.”

The community also needs residents who are willing to adopt the cats and dogs who end up in the shelter. We often feature photos of cute animals who need a good home — perhaps one of them is right for you.

Powell Tribune editorials are signed by the writer. They express the view of the Powell Tribune Editorial Board, which includes Publisher Dave Bonner, General Manager Toby Bonner, Editor CJ Baker, Features Editor Tessa Baker and News Editor Ilene Olson.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Basin writer off the mark Dear Editor: I’m writing in response to Nora Marie Lewis’s letter in the Thursday, Feb. 9, edition of the Powell Tribune. I wish to make a few corrections and observations. First she describes Sen. Mitch McConnell’s wife as Japanese.

McConell’s wife, Elaine Chao is Chinese American. I suppose this is a natural mistake to make, if you think all Asians look alike. Ms. Chao came to the United States as a child when her family fled Taiwan (also not Japanese) to escape China’s communist revolution.

Then Ms. Lewis asserts that, then Sec. of Transportation Norman Mineta’s experience in a Japanese detainment camp was humane because, after all, U.S. GI’s were treated

inhumanely by Japan.

Notwithstanding the extreme cruelty experienced by U.S. GIs I think that the humiliation, loss of home and possessions, disrupted families and extreme discrimination on the part of one’s own government is inhumane enough to stand on its own merits. Unless, of course, you feel being of Japanese descent disqualifies those detainees from such inhumanity.

Finally, to target Norman Y. Mineta’s efforts to fight against unfair profiling as revenge “racism” and the cause of the 9/11 attack on America is absurd.

I think Ms. Lewis would gladly profile persons of Asian descent along with Middle Eastern Muslim refugees if she and so-called President Trump had that choice.

Scott Feyhl Powell

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very rare and is no more effecroponents of legislation tive in mitigating injuries than currently making its way any other type of response from through the Legislature victims. In addition, a study by believe that allowing concealed the FBI in 2013 found that, of firearms on campus will make the 160 active shooter incidents our campuses safer and suggest between 2000 and 2013, only one that past acts of violence could have been minimized or avoided was stopped by a person with a concealed carry permit, and entirely, had concealed carry he happened to be a Marine. In been allowed. contrast, 21 active shooters were Opponents of the legislation stopped by unarmed citizens. argue that more firearms on 2. Accidental discharge of campus will result in more injufirearms on campus ries and fatalities. is a legitimate conBecause the cern. For example, in free and vigorous 2012 a University of exchange of ideas in Colorado employee an environment of injured herself and civil discourse is a another woman when cornerstone of colshe attempted to lege and university show her gun to her life, we have followed co-workers. More this debate with recently (2014), interest. an Idaho State Unfortunately, so University profesfar the debate has LAURIE sor with a concealed not been illuminated NICHOLS by valid research, in Guest columnist carry permit accidentally shot himself part because carrying in the foot in a classroom full firearms on college campuses of students, just months after is relatively new and in part Idaho’s campus carry law went because the research is not into effect. readily available. As a result, A student at Weber State we, like all Wyoming citizens, have been asked to rely on anec- (Utah) was carrying a gun in his pocket when it went off, shooting dote, speculation, and hypothhimself in the leg. A University esis, often highly emotional, as of Southern Mississippi student we weigh a decision that may accidentally shot himself while have far-reaching impacts on sitting in his car. campus safety.

3. Recent research from the There is, however, a growing University of Massachusetts– body of research backing the Boston suggests that civilian notion that allowing concealed firearm carry may lead to more carry of firearms on college and fatalities, not fewer. In a study university campuses is not the of 111 mass shootings from 1966 answer. Some examples: to 2015, 90 percent of the shoot1. Evidence does not supings occurred in areas where port the conclusion that civilcivilians were already allowed ians carrying guns will reduce to carry firearms. More coninjury or stop violent crimes. cerning, of these 111 shootings, Data from the National Crime those that occurred in states Victimization Survey suggest with right-to-carry laws or no the use of a firearm for selfconcealed-carry regulations had defense during violent crimes is

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average death tolls higher than suicide. Many students’ homes those occurring in states without are in our residence halls or in this latitude. rental homes and apartments 4. Student behavior makes nearby. The heightened emoguns on campus dangerous. The tional volatility of the college college years are a time when years, combined with the higher students often explore risky “success” rates of suicide situations and risky behavior. attempts with firearms, argues In part, this is because poragainst having firearms easily tions of young adults’ brains available on campus. are undeveloped, impacting Many other concerns are their judgment. A 2002 study emerging as valid in the

by Harvard’s School of Public research. These range from Health found that impacts on free students who carried speech in classrooms guns were more likeor on campus when ly to binge drink and guns are present, to engage in risky and the ability to recruit aggressive behavior and retain faculty after drinking. For and staff, to signifiexample, during a cant cost increases fraternity fight at for insurance and Northern Arizona damages from lawUniversity, a student suits resulting from retrieved a gun from incidents of guns on his car, ultimately college campuses.

STEFANI killing one and injurFor all of the reaHICSWA ing three others.

Guest columnist sons stated above, At Texas Southern the belief that these University, an argument escadecisions should be left to lated until one individual pulled local control, and the convica gun, killing another and tion that there are numerous wounding a bystander. At Lone other approaches to ensuring or Star College (Texas), an arguincreasing safety on our college ment turned physical, with one and university campuses that of the students ultimately pullshould be considered first, we ing a gun and injuring the other, collectively stand in opposition wounding a college maintenance to HB136. worker as well.

(Submitted by University 5. Stress, depression and of Wyoming President Laurie mental illness, which are Nichols, Northwest College increasingly being reported President Stefani Hicswa, among students, present Northern Wyoming Community another major concern. Johns College District President Hopkins University research Paul Young, Western Wyoming asserts that suicide attempts Community College President leading to hospitalization or Karla Leach, Eastern Wyoming death rise dramatically and College President Rick peak during the years that most Patterson, Central Wyoming youth enter college. Research College President Brad from Harvard’s Injury Control Tyndall and Laramie County Research Center indicates the Community College President presence of a gun in the home Joe Schaffer.) in the U.S. increases the risk for

Leveling the playing field for Wyoming’s main street businesses

the playing field for Wyoming’s n January, Wyoming Gov. main street businesses.

Matt Mead and online mega Running a main street busiretailer Amazon reached an ness in Wyoming is hard work. agreement for the company It takes long hours, dedication to begin collecting Wyoming to serving the community and sales tax on orders placed a deep understanding of the in the state. That agreement local market. That is not to finally put Amazon on the mention the ability to juggle same footing in terms of tax the responsibilities of many collection as the antique store people among just a handful of in downtown Buffalo and the workers, including back-office mercantile on Main in Cowley. functions like sales It is time to build tax collection. on the precedent Roughly 8 perset by the Amazon cent of working-age agreement and furWyoming citizens ther level the playown and operate ing field between a small business, remote, online sellaccording to the ers and local, brickKauffman Index and-mortar stores. for Main Street Legislation currently Entrepreneurship. under consideration Those small busiin the Wyoming RAY PETERSON nesses are a strong Senate would do so Guest columnist engine of job creby requiring out-ofation for our state, state online retailand their contribution is espeers — who sell a substantial cially vital in a down economy amount of goods and services like the one Wyoming faces to customers in Wyoming — to today. collect sales tax, just like main When main street thrives, street Wyoming businesses Wyoming thrives along with already do. it. We owe it to our main street House Bill 19, Sales from businesses to establish and Remote Sellers, seeks to estabmaintain a level playing field lish the governor’s agreement that doesn’t pick winners and with Amazon for all large losers. online retailers who sell at It is hard enough for local scale in Wyoming. If enacted, businesses to compete with online retailers (who have large online retailers withmore than $100,000 in gross out adding additional costs revenue from Wyoming sales to brick-and-mortar stores. or who process more than 200 transactions a year in the state) Unfortunately, by failing to enforce existing Wyoming would be responsible for the sales tax collection online, the collection and remittance of state has put local business Wyoming sales tax on transacowners at a disadvantage. tions with Wyoming buyers.

State government should We believe this measure is an correct this enforcement overimportant step toward leveling

sales tax on those items should sight and establish consistent be calculated by the buyer tax collection methods and and the sales tax remitted to regulatory rules that provide a fair and reasonable framework the Wyoming Department of Revenue. for business. In other words: Not surprisingly, almost no let’s apply the same standard one actually calculates and for sales tax collection consispays sales tax on their online tently to all retailers, whether purchases. The collection protheir storefront is online or cess is unclear, inconsistent around the corner. and impractical. HB 19 takes Wyoming also needs to the onus off consumers and recover the sales tax revputs the responsienue that is curbility of collecting rently slipping Wyoming sales tax through the cracks. where it logically The Wyoming belongs, with online Department of vendors, as is the Revenue estimates case for main street that Wyoming is losvendors. ing approximately This common$40 million annually sense solution has from online sales, already secured pasmonies that are due sage in the Wyoming to state and local governments. With MIKE MADDEN House because it Wyoming’s sagging Guest columnist encourages a more consistent framestate revenues, we work for business, puts local can no longer afford to allow Wyoming businesses on equal lax sales tax collection pracfooting with out-of-state busitices to cause the state to forgo nesses and creates an opportua meaningful revenue stream. nity to increase state revenue HB 19 will put our state in a without raising taxes. position to collect this muchWe are working diligently needed revenue, putting an to get HB 19 through the end to a revenue sieve that is Wyoming Senate and to the both unsustainable and unfair. governor’s desk for signature.

Let us be clear: This is not We will continue working to a new tax, but a repair to a ensure a fair and level busileaking ship. In theory, every ness climate for firms operattaxpayer in Wyoming who ing in and serving consumers purchases products from in the state of Wyoming. online retailers should be remitting the sales tax from their purchases to the State of (Sen. Ray Peterson, R-Cowley, Wyoming. For example, those is the chair of the Wyoming sunglasses bought online in Senate Revenue Committee. anticipation of summer vacaHe is the Powell area’s senator. tion or that latest Harry Potter Rep. Mike Madden, R-Buffalo, is book ordered online as a birththe chair of the Wyoming House day present … technically the Revenue Committee.)

CONTACT YOUR LOCAL LEGISLATORS Sen. Hank Coe ..........................Hank.Coe@wyoleg.gov

Rep. Dan Laursen .................Dan.Laursen@wyoleg.gov

Rep. Scott Court.....................Scott.Court@wyoleg.gov

Rep. David Northrup.........David.Northrup@wyoleg.gov

Rep. Jamie Flitner .................Jamie.Flitner@wyoleg.gov

Sen. Ray Peterson ............... Ray.Peterson@wyoleg.gov

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Farmers’ market to return to Park County Complex COUNTY MAY CHARGE A SMALL FEE

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Cody farmers’ market will return to the Park County Complex parking lot to sell local growers’ wares this summer; the group may be charged a fee for using the grounds this time around.

The Big Horn Basin Farmers’ Market, which also hosts a weekly market in Powell, had been at the complex for several years before moving to the parking lot of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West last year.

“It didn’t work the way we had hoped it would,” market organizer Larry French said of the move, saying the market ended up on a gravel parking lot near where horses are kept for trail rides.

“So we had flies and stink and dirt,” Larry French said.

Bridget Gallagher, another organizer, said a lot of people couldn’t find the location, local foot traffic declined and the gravel proved inconvenient.

Commissioners agreed unani-

of the vendors are there mostly because they enjoy it — guessing mously to allow the market to that about half of them make less return. than $50 or $60 per event.

“I think it’s a great idea to “We don’t know for sure, come back to the complex,” said because we don’t ask people Commissioner Loren Gross- how much they’re making,” but kopf, saying “literally dozens of Larry French said he estimates people” told him they wanted the that vendors gross a combined market to return to the site. $300,000 to $400,000 at the marCommissioner Tim French did kets each year. warn Larry French, his brother, He said those dollars circulate that the county multiple times in may charge the the local economy, group a small fee. ‘I think it’s a great creating a big imCommissioner pact.

French threw out idea to come back Between Cody a possible figure of to the complex.’ and Powell — $150 for the year. where the market Commissioner Loren Grosskopf has been held in Joe Tilden added Commissioner the street near to the market’s Washington Park representatives that, while “we — the Big Horn Basin Farmers’ certainly don’t want to gouge Market puts on more than 40 you,” he also wanted to look out markets between early June and for taxpayers. late October.

Larry French said he would To participate, vendors are understand if the county charged charged either $10 per market or the market for the space, “be- $150 for the year, Larry French cause there is no such thing as said. That provides enough a free lunch in this world, even money to cover the Big Horn Bathough there are some people sin Farmers’ Market’s expenses that think there is.”

— such as advertising and a partHowever, he added that many time manager who sets things

up, Gallagher said.

Figuring out what to charge people and organizations to use the county’s facilities has been something of a work in progress for the commission.

Commissioners didn’t charge the farmers’ market when it used the complex lot in the past; they also haven’t charged the organizers of the annual Yellowstone Beer Festival for use of the complex grounds, as it’s a nonprofit event that sends all of its proceeds to charity.

The farmers’ market is part of the nonprofit Wyoming Farmers Marketing Association, “but each vendor is making money, so it just depends on how you look at it,” Commissioner French said.

Park County Buildings and Grounds Supervisor Mike Garza said he’d previously fielded complaints from complex tenants about the market’s impact on parking. However, Garza said the county should be able to more easily accommodate the vendors now that the parking lot has been redone and, “with Merit (Energy) downsizing ... we don’t see the traffic at the complex that we have in years past.”

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Neurological Beartooth Electric staying independent, changing managers Rehabilitation Beartooth Electric Cooperative, which serves an area that includes Clark, is starting the process of taking on new management.

At the Jan. 31 meeting of the Beartooth Board of Trustees in Red Lodge, Montana, Lower Valley Energy leaders gave official notice that they are exiting from their management services agreement with Beartooth Electric (BEC).

The agreement required six months notice, so LVE will continue management until July 31, or until a new Beartooth manager is ready for them to leave. Rod Jensen, chairman of the Lower Valley Energy Board, assured Beartooth board members that LVE staff would continue to work with Beartooth through the completion of the contract, Beartooth leaders said in a news release.

The action by LVE follows recent consensus of both co-op boards that they would not go forward with a merger.

“The goal of a management services agreement was a merger of the two cooperatives,” Jensen said in a statement. “With

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merger off the table, and given BEC’s strong current position, we feel this is the best decision for both organizations.”

Under the three-year management agreement, the boards of the two cooperatives were scheduled to decide whether or not they would recommend merger to their members “on or within 90 days of the end of the second year” of management. LVE’s Jim Webb has been managing Beartooth since April 1, 2015.

A merger requires approval by a vote of the membership — and only 22 percent of Beartooth members surveyed in September were in favor of a merger. The Beartooth board’s evaluation found that projected cost savings from merging may not be significant enough at this time to influence members to give up local control and involvement.

Beartooth’s increasingly sound financial condition has also bolstered the inclination for the co-op to be independent, said the news release from the cooperative’s leaders.

Cost savings and performance measures un-

der LVE management have contributed to the co-op’s current health. Beartooth is now managing its own power supply, contracted at favorable rates through 2022, another influencing factor.

Jensen held the door open for merger to be reconsidered in the future and promised continuing amity between the co-ops.

The Beartooth board also praised Lower Valley personnel and the value of working together.

“We wish to convey how much we appreciate the association between our two cooperatives,” Beartooth board member Roxie Melton said in the release.

The immediate item Beartooth will address is finding a manager. The Beartooth board has begun the search for a co-op manager and expects to have a qualified individual in place by July. LVE will not be involved in the actual vetting of manager candidates.

More information is available at www. beartoothelectric.com.

Wyoming man dies in Idaho avalanche

Wyoming Game and Fish Department anticipating drop in funding from gun sales

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Authorities in eastern Idaho say a Wyoming man has died in an avalanche while snowmobiling.

Sgt. Bryan Lovell with the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office said 35-year-old Josh Roth of Alpine, Wyoming, died in the avalanche Thursday in the McCoy Creek area.

Roth was snowmobiling with a friend when the slide occurred.

His companion was able to locate him using an avalanche beacon and dig him out from under 2 or 3 feet of snow. But Roth died from his injuries.

Officials say the avalanche danger is high throughout eastern Idaho, the West Central mountains and surrounding areas as high winds, warmer temperatures and rainfall have destabilized the snow pack. The higher temperatures and rainfall have also led to widespread flooding in lower parts of the state.

JACKSON (AP) — Wyoming Hole News & Guide. “Our revGame and Fish officials are an- enue under Pittman-Robertson ticipating a decline in gun sales went from about $5 million a under President Donald Trump, year to somewhere around $15 which could hurt the agency’s million per year. That’s a lot of money.” bottom line.

Pittman-Robertson funding The federal Pittman-Robertis one of the reasons son Act imposes an Wyoming Game and 11 percent federal Fish is on stable fiexcise tax on fire- ‘Obama’s nancial footing now, arm and ammunition spokesman Renny sales, and proceeds been our best MacKay said. from the tax are fundraiser.’

At various times shared with state Charles Price during the Obama wildlife agencies Agency across the nation, inadministration, commissioner “there was pretty cluding Wyoming’s.

In recent years, substantive concern the funding has accounted for among hunters and recreational around 20 percent of the Game shooters that somehow the and Fish Department’s operat- administration might take reguing budget. Agency Commis- latory steps to manage the pursioner Charles Price said gun chase of firearms and ammo,” sales were robust under Presi- said Ron Regan, executive dident Barack Obama. rector of the Association of Fish “Obama’s been our best fun- and Wildlife Agencies. “People draiser,” Price told the Jackson went out and bought those

products with some amount of vigor.”

Regan said gun owners may feel less compelled to stock up in the years ahead, which could drive down Pittman-Robertson income. State wildlife agencies must apply for the funding.

Rob Southwick, a hunting and angling economist, said gun sales are already showing signs of slowing.

“We do see them shrinking a little bit right now,” Southwick said. “Numbers of firearm sales have gone down about 20 percent since this time last year.”

Ammunition sales likely won’t fall off as significantly because people are likely to keep using the firearms already in their possession, Southwick said. He also didn’t anticipate gun sales falling as low as they were before Obama, owing to a “cultural shift” and a boom in target shooting.

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Low-cost spay/neuter clinics planned for dogs and cats The City of Powell is partnering with local veterinarians to sponsor discounted spay/ neuter and vaccination clinics this month.

Powell vets who are offering a 20 percent discount through the end of February are: Big Horn Animal Care Center (754-4192), Powell Veterinary Services (754-3034) and Red Barn Veterinary Services (754-8387).

Heart Mountain Animal Health in Powell (754-9393) is offering the discounted services from Feb. 20-24.

Other participating vets in the area offering discounts through the end of February include Lovell Veterinary Service (307-5482452) and Ten Sleep Veterinary Services

POLICE REPORT People arrested are presumed to be innocent and any listed charges are only allegations.

JANUARY 29 n 2:25 a.m. A traffic stop was performed at Wyoming Avenue/ South Edmonds Street and after investigation, Timothy D. Christopherson, 25, of Cody was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. n 9:05 p.m. A traffic stop at North Bent/East Second streets resulted in the arrest of Mariah Raile, 19, of Cody, on suspicion of possession, and a 21-year-old passenger from Thermopolis was arrested on a Campbell County warrant.

JANUARY 30 n 12:57 a.m. A traffic stop at West Coulter Avenue/Road 10 resulted in the arrest of Rodney Armstrong, 56, of Lovell, on suspicion of possession and probation violation. n 2:15 p.m. While on patrol on Avenue K, an officer noticed a door open on a house for sale. Officers contacted the owner at the residence. n 6:42 p.m. Officers responded to a report of a male and female arguing on Morning Glory Lane. The officers made contact with the subjects, who were just having a verbal argument.

JANUARY 31 n 10:03 a.m. An Apple iPhone was found on the sidewalk on South Bernard Street. The screen was severely damaged and it did not match any reported lost. n 10:22 a.m. A 21-year-old Powell resident turned himself in on an active Powell municipal warrant. n 1:28 p.m. Officers responded to a domestic disturbance on North Beckman Street and found it was verbal only. The officers gave the residents suggestions on how to handle their situation in a more civil manner. n 2:33 p.m. An officer responded to a reported shoplifter on West Coulter Avenue and placed the case under investigation. n 3:53 p.m. An officer responded to a reported shoplifter on West Coulter Avenue and placed the case under investigation. n 5:36 p.m. A person was reported to be in violation of a protection order on North Bent Street. An officer checked on the situation and determined it was unfounded. n 10:15 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance on East Second Street where Jesse A. Rodriguez, 48, of Powell, was arrested on suspicion of public intoxication. n 10:21 p.m. An individual on West Second Street reported they heard someone behind their residence. Responding officers checked the area but did not find anyone. n 11:57 p.m. An officer noticed a vehicle at a business on South Bent/ East Park streets and contacted the occupant, who was the owner of the business. All was fine.

FEBRUARY 1 n 12:18 p.m. Dispatch received a complaint of a driver spinning cookies and sliding through intersections at Sequoia/Cedarwood drives. The caller said they spoke with the driver, but felt the driver would not change his ways. The incident was placed under investigation. n 3:19 p.m. An officer assisted with a civil standby on West Seventh Street. n 7:44 p.m. A resident on Avenue E reported a missing prescription.

The responding officer placed the case under investigation. n 8:27 p.m. A report of an auto burglary on Shoshone Street was placed under investigation.

FEBRUARY 2 n 12:12 a.m. A traffic stop was performed at South Jones/East Washington streets, and after investigation, a 25-year-old Powell resident was cited for being under the influence of drugs and no valid registration. n 7:50 a.m. Dispatch received a report of a German Shepherd that runs around all the time and keeps coming over to the caller’s residence at South Hamilton/East Adams streets, urinating on their car and pickup. This has been reported as an ongoing problem.

The community service officer contacted the dog owners and advised them to keep the dog on their own property. n 10:13 a.m. Reported check fraud on West Coulter Avenue was placed under investigation. n 4:48 p.m. Officers responded to a request to check on the welfare of a young male with dark clothes, a

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Appointments must be made in advance, and the number of surgeries may be limited. Full payment is required the day of the service.

Over in Cody, Park County Animal Shelter also is organizing low-cost spay/neuter clinics next month for dogs and cats at the Boot and Bottle Club.

The spay/neuter clinic for dogs is scheduled on Wednesday, March 22, with 45 appointments available at a cost of $45.

For cats, the clinic is Friday, March 24, with space for 90 cats at a cost of $35 each.

Feral cats are free, but only with prior ap-

proval.

Rabies and distemper vaccines also are available for $10 each when a pet is spayed or neutered.

Appointments are required for both clinics. Some assistance with costs is available.

For more information or to make an appointment for the Cody clinic, go to PCAS webpage https://parkcountyanimalshelter. org/events.

After March 3, you can also email emwhitwy@yahoo.com or call 307-578-8902 for an appointment.

The Boot and Bottle Club is located at 69 South Fork Road in Cody.

MISSING MURPHY?

Murphy is a black and white adult male cat that was found recently on Cary St. He wasn’t very friendly when arriving at the shelter, but is starting to become more social. To adopt Murphy or another shelter animal, contact the City of Powell/Moyer Animal Shelter at 754-1019. Tribune photo by Carla Wensky backpack and duffel bag, walking south on Tower Boulevard. The officers searched the entire area but were unable to locate anyone walking. n 5:58 p.m. A Droid Max cell phone in a gray Otterbox was reported lost on Avenue E. FEBRUARY 3 n 12:01 a.m. An officer was notified of an intoxicated male who had been at a business at South Absaroka Street/East Coulter Avenue, caused a disturbance and then left. The caller also believed the male was homeless. Responding officers checked the area for the male, but were not able to locate him. n 11:02 a.m. An officer made contact with Pete L. Rodriguez, 46, of Powell, on East Coulter Avenue, where he was arrested on an active circuit warrant. n 3:27 p.m. An officer responded to a report of a male subject being loud and making a mess on North Evarts Street, where Jesse A. Rodriguez, 48, of Powell, was arrested on suspicion of being a pedestrian under the influence.

FEBRUARY 4 n 12:14 a.m. Officers responded to a report of an intoxicated male by a vehicle on South Bent Street. The individual received a warning for public intoxication, and advised he would wait for a ride. n 1:24 a.m. A traffic stop was performed at South Fair/West Monroe streets, where Jade D. Cole, was arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence; a passenger received a citation for open container. n 1:13 p.m. An officer observed a vehicle at North Division/West 10th streets that was apparently abandoned, covered with snow and appeared to have been there several days. The owner was contacted and advised the vehicle would be moved. n 2:56 p.m. An officer assisted with a civil standby on Hawthorne Court. n 5:34 p.m. Officers responded to a report of a female on North Ingalls Street who went for a walk and had not returned home. The officers found the female had been located. n 10:59 p.m. Officers responded to a report of a subject who wouldn’t leave an establishment on North Bent Street. The officers contacted Jesse M. Gurto, 23, of Powell, and arrested him on suspicion of possession of a controlled substance.

SHERIFF’S REPORT People arrested are presumed to be innocent and any listed charges are only allegations.

JANUARY 27 n 9:50 p.m. A deputy checked to see if a couple of females, who were pulled over by a store on State Street in Meeteetse, needed help. n 11:35 p.m. A Chevy Avalanche was reported to have driven through a stop sign and fence by the Cody airport on Wyo. Highway 120/U.S. Highway 14/16/20.

The caller was reportedly trying

to get the truck out of a snow drift.

JANUARY 28 n 2:28 a.m. A resident reported hearing someone around their Saddle Court residence in the Powell area the previous evening and again that night. The caller said they fired a deer gun in the subject’s direction as a warning shot, after saying the person needed to show themselves. The caller said that, judging from footprints in the snow, it looked like someone jumped the fence and headed south. The Sheriff’s Office didn’t locate anything. n 9:28 a.m. A motor vehicle crash with unknown injuries was reported at a motel on U.S. Highway 14/16/20 west of Cody. A white pickup was reportedly on its top. n 3:31 p.m. One black cow was reported to be on the road on Lane 10/Road 6 in the Powell area. n 4:25 p.m. A vehicle fire was reported on U.S. Highway 14-A in the Powell area. n 8:36 p.m. After a traffic stop on Robertson Street in Cody, Bradley J. Samuels, 54, was arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence and no valid registration.

JANUARY 29 n 12:56 a.m. After a traffic stop on Yellowstone Avenue in Cody, the driver, who was stopped for having no visible registration, received citations for driving with a suspended license and without valid registration. n 1:44 a.m. After a traffic stop on Big Horn Avenue in Cody, Ryan Patrick Lanchbury, 22, was arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence of alcohol and failure to dim headlights. n 12:16 p.m. A man on Spirit Mountain Road reported that a male was threatening to kill his dogs. n 5:18 p.m. A gold Impala was reported to be all over the road and going into the oncoming lane on U.S. Highway 296/Wyo. Highway 120 north of Cody. The call was also referred to the Wyoming Highway Patrol. n 8:12 p.m. A woman reported that her friend and her friend’s husband had argued earlier in the day, and the husband threw the friend out. Now, the caller said, the husband wouldn’t let her friend back in the house on Jason Road in the Powell area. The caller and the friend were sitting in a vehicle in the driveway at the time of the call.

JANUARY 30 n 10:41 p.m. A man reported his debit card, checks and other money was stolen on Jason Road in the Powell area. n 2:14 p.m. A GMC Arcadia and a Dodge Ram reportedly crashed on Road 8 in the Powell area.

The call was referred to another agency. n 4:03 p.m. Allen Jeff Durham, 32, was served three warrants at the Cody Law Enforcement Center. n 6:16 p.m. A vehicle was reported to have parked on private property for several hours on Lane 8H in the Powell area. n 7:09 p.m. A vehicle slid off U.S. Highway 14-A/Lane 8 in the Powell area. A deputy thought

there were no injuries, and believe someone was already there helping, but he was going to check further. n 11:42 p.m. People were reported to be operating a backhoe with its lights on on Badger Boulevard in Meeteetse, disturbing the caller.

The caller said it was an ongoing issue. n 8 a.m. The Sheriff’s Office assisted the Wyoming Highway Patrol with a crash on U.S. Highway 14-A in the Powell area. n 3:47 p.m. A black yearling calf was reported lost near a veterinary clinic on South Division Street in Powell. The caller said they’d been chasing the animal around for an hour, last seeing it south of Lane 10 between roads 9 and 10. The calf was returned to its owner. n 4:04 p.m. A border Collie was reported to have gone missing two or three hours earlier, while a citizen was running cows in the Oregon Basin area south of Monster Lake. The dog was returned to its owner.

FEBRUARY 1 n 6:47 a.m. Someone called 911 in Big Horn County to report a car hitting a power pole on Road 5N in the Powell area, off Wyo. Highway 114. n 7:02 a.m. A vehicle reportedly slid off the road and hit a fence on Lane 8/Road 8 in the Powell area. n 4:09 p.m. Four horses were returned to their owner after getting on the South Fork Highway (near the intersection of roads 6WX and 6RT in the Cody area). n 5:46 p.m. A man was reported to be trespassing on a woman’s property on Lane 13H in the Powell area, depositing snow onto used paths. The woman wanted a deputy to respond to see it. n 7:21 p.m. The Sheriff’s Office was unable to locate a vehicle that appeared to be stranded on the side of Wyo. Highway 120/Road 2AB north of Cody.

FEBRUARY 2 n 6:58 a.m. Someone was reported to have left vehicle tracks in a citizen’s driveway overnight on Lane 11 in the Powell area. The caller wasn’t sure why. n 7:52 a.m. A theft was reported on Bridger Avenue in Ralston. n 1 p.m. A tractor/trailer was reported to have slid off Wyo. Highway 291/Road 6WX in the Cody area, partially blocking the road.

No injuries were reported. n 3:07 p.m. Mailboxes were reportedly damaged overnight on Hacienda Road in the Powell area. n 4:15 p.m. A silver Buick reportedly went into a fence on Road 6, about three-quarters of a mile from U.S. Highway 14-A, in the Powell area. No injuries were reported. n 4:15 p.m. A deputy assisted a driver who got high-centered on an island of snow on Cougar Avenue in Cody. n 4:39 pm. An inmate versus inmate assault was reported at the Cody Law Enforcement Center. n 5:53 p.m. While towing a vehicle on U.S. Highway 14-A in the Powell area, the tow truck driver reported that the driver of the vehicle being towed might be impaired. An arrest was made. n No time listed: Kathy M. Nickelson, 56, was arrested as part of the Sheriff’s Office assisting another agency on U.S. Highway 14-A in the Powell area.

FEBRUARY 3 n 6:16 a.m. A cow was returned to its owner after getting out on Road 5N in the Powell area. n 8:18 a.m. A citizen called with questions about snow removal, trespassing and possible property damage on Road 20 in the Powell area. n 9:44 a.m. Search and Rescue was called for a 61-year-old man who’d last been heard from on Jan. 31. The man’s vehicle had just been found past the Wapiti Campground, covered in snow. n 12:08 p.m. The Wyoming Highway Patrol asked for the Sheriff’s Office’s help in looking for a driver and checking on the welfare of a child in the Cody area. An anonymous caller had reported that a man in a GMC pickup was driving from Cody to Montana with his daughter and was possibly intoxicated. The Sheriff’s Office didn’t locate the vehicle. n 1:08 p.m. A citizen at a gas station on U.S. Highway 14/16/20 west of Cody reported receiving a bad check from a woman. n 3:44 p.m. A fender bender with no injuries was reported on Lane 11 in the Powell area. A citation was issued.

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Massive snowfall creates quandary for wildlife in Evanston In some parts of the state, even trees might not be enough to keep deer alive as snow levels o feed, or not to feed? This rise. Jackson Hole Mountain is the ethical question Resort, for example, just passed Evanston residents are the 400-inch mark this winter, wrestling with as deer flock to and mountain snowpack around the state (as well as almost town in search of food.

But where feed is left out, everything associated with prethere is yellow-stained snow, cipitation) is much higher than piles of deer poop through the average.

But the ethics of feeding trampled snow, stripped bark, deer, especially bright orange in town, has been plastic fencing an ongoing debate around trees and ‘The logistics of in Evanston for shrubs. some time. In the Evanston’s Ha- feeding deer and winter of 2015thaway Avenue the actual food 16, the Evanston sees at least 100 City Council surdeer every night, that you can give veyed residents where they flock wild deer — it just about whether to yards strewn doesn’t pay off ... they wanted an with feed left out ordinance against by sympathetic long-term.’ feeding deer. residents.

Nick Roberts When the reAs parts of Evanston game warden sults came back, Wyoming try to 455 respondents recover from this winter’s snow dumps (and other did not want deer feeding to be parts brace for even more), the regulated, while 298 thought it question is whether feeding should be.

As some people feed the deer deer causes more problems than in town — both out of concern it solves.

Deer are starving. This year, for the animals’ health and also not only is there snow (and a lot out of appreciation for their of it), but fluctuating tempera- beauty — neighbors are sometures have caused it to melt and times feeling the rub. City councilman Mike Sellers heard from refreeze.

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Deer throng to a yard on Hathaway Avenue in Evanston, where some residents are leaving out feed for wildlife suffering from the harsh winter conditions. This year, snowfall has been much higher than average and has left wildlife struggling to survive. Photos courtesy Bethany Lange, Uinta County Herald constituents about the 100-120 deer crowding the Hathaway/ Herschler neighborhood every evening.

Evanston game warden Nick Roberts said if one person wants to feed the deer in the front yard, there might be conflicts when neighbors find their landscaping stripped bare and their yards blanketed in deer feces.

But feeding deer, especially in town, brings a host of health problems for deer even as residents try to save the animals’ lives.

For one, feeding the deer might prove ineffectual, as nutrient- and protein-rich feed can actually kill them if they are not accustomed to it. Roberts said their digestive systems are very particular and slow to react to change, and this time of year is when they need to be browsing on sagebrush or woody foods. If they have not made the transition, the deer might not be able

to digest richer food.

Elk, which Wyoming does feed in the winter, are better able to adapt. Feeding elk also helps prevent diseases spreading from elk to cattle and to protect stored crops.

“Mule deer, antelope and moose are highly selective foragers ... Specific types of bacteria in their rumen are required to aid in the digestion of naturally occurring foods,” according to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department website.

“Often because their digestive system can’t adapt quickly enough, supplementally fed mule deer die with stomachs full of undigested feed.”

For another, dogs enjoy chasing and barking at deer — but owners can be fined up to $1,000 and sentenced to six months in jail if their dogs threaten wildlife. With an influx of wildlife into city limits, pet owners may face greater risks both of

intentionally or accidentally allowing pets to chase and harass wildlife.

In addition, whereas the deer left on their own would spread out to forage, leaving food out in one place can attract dozens or hundreds of deer, which could both spread disease and bring predators (like mountain lions or coyotes) to town.

Roberts said chronic wasting disease isn’t in the Evanston area yet, but adenovirus is a major concern. The hemorrhagic disease can kill animals in three to five days. If the harsh winter combines with disease, herds could be severely hurt. Roberts noted that there is no disease risk for humans, though.

Wyoming Game and Fish has also evaluated the possibility of feeding the Evanston area’s deer, but decided against it.

That was not only because of the specific types of feed the

deer need but because of the way feeding can disrupt natural migration patterns. Deer may start heading to urban areas, especially as migration patterns are passed on from generation to generation, where they are more likely to be hit by vehicles, pursued by predators and dogs and spread disease.

According to the Wyoming Game and Fish website, wildlife usually recover, even from really bad winters, within three to four years (although it took about seven years for the wildlife to recover from the 19921993 winter).

“The logistics of feeding deer and the actual food that you can give wild deer — it just doesn’t pay off ... long-term,” Roberts told the Unita County Herald.

Instead, Game and Fish has opted to work out a long-term habitat strategy to improve winter ranges rather than on a short-term feeding strategy.

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Deer are visiting Evanston neighborhoods looking for food — but area game warden Nick Roberts worries the food left out could actually poison the animals’ delicate digestive systems.

BRIEFLY Bill would increase penalty for hurting pets CHEYENNE (AP) — A bill that would increase penalties for anyone who injures someone else’s animal while it’s on the owner’s property is advancing through the Wyoming Legislature.

The Wyoming Tribune Eagle reports that the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday unanimously passed the bill, which would make maliciously injuring or destroying someone else’s animal a felony as long as the animal is somewhere it is allowed to be — such as the owner’s property or a 4-H fair.

Currently, injuring someone else’s animal is only a misdemeanor, but Senate File 115 would increase the maximum sentence to up to two years in prison.

It is already a felony if someone intentionally tortures or kills an animal. However, bill supporters say there’s a gap in the law when an animal is shot or injured, but is not killed or requires euthanasia.

Legislative committee passes two abortion bills CHEYENNE (AP) — Two abortion related bills were endorsed by the Senate Agriculture, State and Public Lands and Water Resources Committee last week.

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A group of elk — part of a herd estimated at around 200 head — was hanging out in the Heart Mountain area on Lane 9, just past Wyo. Highway 294 last week. The herd was presumed to be pushed down from Heart Mountain by high levels of accumulated snow.

Tribune photo by Carla Wensky

Flooding: ‘We expect it will be a bad spring for road damage ...’

Continued from Page 1 dispatcher at the Park County Sheriff’s Office that water had broken the window in a basement window well and was streaming into her basement.

Because problems with flooding aren’t a normal part of law enforcement’s responsibilities, the dispatcher called Dave Hoffert of the Clark Volunteer Fire Department, and asked if he would check out the situation.

“While I was responding, we got two more phone calls” about other weather-related emergencies — the first about a semi truck that had blown onto its side, and another about water running over Road 1AB near the Edelweiss Bar, at the junction of Road 1AB and Wyo. Highway 120.

“I’ve never seen water crossing (Road) 1AB before — not since the highway was built — and it was crossing the highway 3 feet deep for a 400-foot stretch,” said Hoffert.

The water appeared calm, but that was deceiving.

There was a significant current moving across the highway, and it threatened to push Hoffert’s heavy pickup off the highway. A car would have been washed away, he said.

At one point, some 8-inch logs were floating across the road, he added.

“It was literally dangerous, and it didn’t look dangerous,” Hoffert said. “My headlights were going off and on as I was going to her (Moore’s) house.”

Hoffert said Moore’s home is located in an area he would never have expected to be at risk of flooding. It was on higher ground, and there are no creeks nearby.

“But, because of big drifts (and plowed snow) acting like dikes, they were sending water down the roads,” he said in a Monday interview. “The plowed snow diverted water away from where

Drifted and plowed snow almost reaches the bottom of a stop sign on Lane 9/Wyo. Highway 294 last week. Tribune photo by Carla Wensky it was supposed to be. It sent water where it didn’t belong. You couldn’t predict anything. You couldn’t figure out why there was water where there was water.”

Hoffert said he was barely able to reach Moore’s house, from just a mile away.

Shining Mountain Road was running 2 feet deep. That road leads to Rock Creek Road, then to Park County Road 8UD, where Moore’s house is located.

Through the broken window, a stream of water Hoffert estimated at 30 inches wide and 8-10 inches deep was flowing into Moore’s basement.

At one point, the water depth in the basement grew to 2 feet.

“I thought, ‘Oh, good lord, this basement’s going to be full in an hour,” Hoffert said. “It was like a waterfall.”

He had already determined the location of some sandbags, and he asked the assistant Clark fire chief to send a few more firefighters to help out, if they could get there safely. He learned no one was available.

“It was dark, the wind was screaming, and it blew the glasses off my face,” Hoffert said. “It had to be 50 miles per hour then.”

The highest wind gust in Clark that day was 118 miles per hour at 3:20 p.m., with the temperature rising to about 60 degrees.

That was about the time Clark lost power for roughly an hour and a half. Power had just been restored when the flooding problems began.

Hoffert, who has lived in Clark for 42 years, said he has seen flooding on Line Creek, on Bennett Creek and on Little Rock Creek — but never all at the same time.

“I’ve seen flooding in one place; this was in six to eight places,” he said.

As more calls came in, firefighters who were on the way to help Hoffert and Moore were repeatedly diverted to other flood-related emergencies.

Moore’s neighbor, Noralee Hoefer, came over to help, and between the three of them, they were able place about 25 sandbags to divert the water away from the house.

Shortly afterward, Hoffert left to provide assistance in other places.

Hoffert said county officials tried to keep track of what areas were flooded, but finally gave up and posted a sign at Edelweiss saying all roads were

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The situation calmed down almost as quickly as it started.

By 10 p.m., the water began to recede; by midnight, the flood was over. Once the emergency passed, the people who had responded to calls for help realized how exhausted they were.

“I’ve never seen half of what I saw that night,” Hoffert said.

“The event was something Clark has never seen — nothing to that degree.

“Insane is the only word I can give you,” he said. “It was incredibly weird.”

owell Valley Healthcare’s bankruptcy attorneys say they need at least another month to propose a plan of reorganization.

On Thursday, a day before a deadline for filing a reorganization plan, PVHC asked to have until March 10. In the filing, PVHC said it wants to continue negotiating with representatives for the roughly 20 patients who’ve sued the organization over surgeries performed by former PVHC Dr. Jeffrey Hansen, generally between 2011 and 2013.

PVHC filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last May after determining that the bankruptcy process would be the fairest and most efficient way to resolve the “flood of litigation.”

Last week’s request to push the deadline back was the fourth extension PVHC has sought.

PVHC bankruptcy attorney Brad Hunsicker said in Thursday’s filing that the organization is continuing to negotiate a consensual plan with the unsecured creditors committee — which is generally made up of the former Hansen patients who are suing the hospital. “(A)dditional time is required to complete nego-

tiations of the plan term sheet and then draft the plan itself,” Hunsicker wrote, later adding that PVHC “anticipates filing a plan before March 10.”

In requesting an extension from January to February, Hunsicker had written that “multiple plan term sheets have been circulated between the parties and it appears that all but a few key provisions of the plan are agreed upon”; at that time, he’d predicted that the plan would be filed “presumably before Feb. 10.”

“The attorneys for the opposing side are the ones we are waiting on and we go nowhere until they give us some forms of return correspondence with what they will consider,” PVHC board president R.J. Kost told the Tribune last week. “Then we have to look at it and see if by chance it is livable. If so, then we can move forward, and if not, we have to tell them what we feel is unreasonable and see if they will accept it.”

The patients allege that Hansen repeatedly committed malpractice — ranging from unnecessary procedures to a botched knee surgery to a risky ankle procedure that ended in amputation — and that PVHC leaders were too slow to act on complaints about him. The hospital and Hansen have generally denied the allegations.

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NINE NWC WRESTLERS QUALIFY FOR NATIONALS; COACH ZEIGLER AND LISIATE ANAU EARN INDIVIDUAL HONORS

TRAPPER WRESTLERS DISTRICT CHAMPS

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osting the National Junior College Athletic Association Rocky Mountain District Qualifier proved fruitful for the Northwest College wrestling team as nine individuals qualified for nationals and the Trappers placed first as a team. NWC head coach Jim Zeigler received the Rocky Mountain District coach of the year award and heavyweight wrestler Lisiate Anau won the Outstanding Wrestler award.

Of the nine wrestlers who qualified for nationals, five were champions, three placed as runner-up and one placed third.

The champions include, sophomore Riley Loveless at 141 pounds, sophomore Justin Polkowske at 149 pounds, redshirt sophomore Matthew Widdicombe at 174 pounds, freshman Jeffrey Oakes at 197 pounds and redshirt freshman Anau at 285 pounds.

Placing second were freshman Taylor Jeffries at 133 pounds, sophomore Andrew VonRein at 165 pounds and sophomore Heber Shepherd at 184 pounds; sophomore Cameron Braden, meanwhile, placed third at 157 pounds.

The top three placers in each weight class qualified to compete in the NJCAA National Championship in Council Bluffs, Iowa Feb. 24 and 25.

As a team, Northwest scored 107.5 points to claim the championship title over Otero Junior College’s 92 points.

Placing third was Western Wyoming College (WWC) with 70 points and Northwest Kansas Technical College (NKTC) came in fourth with 42.5 points. Placing fifth out of the five teams was Northeastern Junior College (NEJC) with 36.5 points.

Nine of NWC’s 10 wrestlers were seeded in the top two places going into the qualifier, which meant their first match of the day was the semi-final round, which began at noon.

Because of this late start time, Coach Zeigler felt many of his wrestlers came out flat against their first opponents.

LISIATE ANAU, 197 POUNDS Heavyweight wrestler Anau from Sugar City, Idaho had the most exciting match of the night during the championship round, facing off against the No. 2 nationally ranked wrestler, Odgerek Batkhishig of NKTC. The match between the two heavyweights was close

Lisiate Anau closes in on a pin over No. 2 Odgerek Batkhishig of Northwest Kansas Technical College for the upset victory during the 285-pound championship match at the NJCAA Rocky Mountain District National Qualifier at home Saturday. Assistant wrestling coach Mak Jones (left) and teammates cheer on Anau. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel this season at the NJCAA Rocky Mountain District qualifier tournament.

Anau was grateful to his family, four of his six siblings, mother and mom’s boyfriend, for making the trek to Powell from Idaho to watch him.

See PHS BB, Page 12

RILEY LOVELESS, 141 POUNDS Loveless of Payson, Utah, took the 141-pound semi-final match over James Taylor of NKTC by a 7-0 decision to advance to the championship match. Loveless started the final bout by scoring two points with a takedown of Lane Hunt of WWC; he’d go on to hold Hunt scoreless and claim a 9-0 major decision victory for the championship.

Zeigler said that while Loveless’s matches might not be exciting, he’s solid throughout them.

NWC's Matthew Widdicombe (left) counters the switch during the 174 pound championship match against Matt Hebel of Western Wyoming. Widdicombe pinned Hebel at 6:46. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel all the way. They were tied at three points at the end of the first, but at 6:27, Anau pinned Batkhishig for the upset victory.

Earlier this season, Anau faced off against the top-ranked wrestler, Thomas Petersen of Iowa Central, and lost.

After that match, Petersen told Anau he was the toughest competitor he’d wrestled against, and those words have encouraged Anau since then.

Anau said that he was nervous going into the match, but as the match continued, his confidence built to a realization

that he could beat the nation’s secondranked wrestler.

Anau advanced to the championship match by taking a 7-2 decision over WWC’s Wade French.

The heavyweight’s family came to watch Anau wrestle for the first time

JUSTIN POLKOWSKE, 149 POUNDS Next came the 149-pound weight class, where Polkowske won by medical forfeit over Anthony Hinkle of Otero. Polkowske made it into the championship match with a close 9-8 victory over Samuel Freeman of WWC. Polkowske is from Torrington.

See NWC WR, Page 12

Long road trip to southwest corner of state tough for Powell

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T Panther junior Kacey Creed swims the breaststroke leg of the 200 IM during the home dual versus Lander on Jan. 13. Tribune file photo by Breanne Thiel

Panthers swim to second place finish in 3A West Championship and Garret Henderson) and Alex Hanson finished sixth.

Overall, the divers added 50 points to the Panthers’ total score for the meet.

“The divers did amazing,” Warren said. “To have four of them in the top six is very exciting. Bryce Hogen dove exhibition, and he was able to dive his 11-dive list all the way through, which is great experience for him.”

Powell entered the meet with three swimmers facing their final opportunity to qualify for state in an event. Austen Layton, Dallin Allred and Wes Patrick gave it their best but finished just short of securing their spot in Gillette.

“We didn’t have any new qualifiers, and that was a little disappointing,” Warren said.

“They swam really hard, they tried really hard, but we didn’t

MOUNTAIN VIEW 47, LADY PANTHERS 39 The Lady Panthers got into foul trouble early and PHS girls head coach Scott McKenzie said he was proud of how the bench stepped up — including sophomore Jasmyne Lensegrav.

Rachel Bonander led the team with 12 points, followed

by Aubrie Stenerson with nine and senior Jennifer Bonander with eight. Maddy Hanks scored seven and Tayli Stenerson scored three.

Jennifer Bonander led the team with four blocks and 13 boards — nine on defense and four on offense. Rachel Bonander came in second with six rebounds, four defensive and two offensive, while making three blocks.

Hanks led the team with seven assists and had four rebounds. Also having four rebounds were Aubrie Stenerson and Katie McKenzie; Tayli Stenerson and Rachelle Cole each had two.

See PHS swim, Page 11

See PHS BB, Page 10

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t came down to the final event, but the Powell High School boys swim team held off hard-charging Lyman to place second in the 3A West Conference Championship in Riverton over the weekend.

Just two points ahead of Lyman going into the 400 free relay, the Panthers trailed in the event by almost a full body length when anchor Kacey Creed hit the water for the final leg. Creed would go on to swim the fastest relay split of the season (51.48) and outtouch Lyman by a tenth of a second to secure a runner-up finish for the Panthers.

“It was a very exciting meet for us,” said PHS head coach Stephanie Warren. “We were curious to see how we would match up against Lyman, since we didn’t see them during the

season. It really came down to that final relay for second place overall, and we were able to pull it off.”

Creed had a meet to remember, finishing as conference champion in the 100 breaststroke and placing second in the 100 butterfly. His time in the 100 butterfly (57.63) earned him another spot on the PHS Hall of Fame wall at fifth place; his time in the 100 breaststroke (1:04.37) moved him to second place on the HOF wall.

Creed’s teammate Nate MaGill also earned a spot on the wall. His score (418.95) also put him in third place in PHS history, while also being good for second place in the conference in the 1 meter dives.

Hudson Wilkerson finished first in dives to claim the conference championship. Powell claimed the top three spots in the event (Wilkerson, MaGill

he longest road trip of the basketball season proved tough for Powell High School basketball as both the boys’ and girls’ teams suffered losses to Mountain View on Friday and Lyman on Saturday.

On Friday, Mountain View first beat the Lady Panthers 47-39 and then took down the Panther boys 59-42. It was a similar story on Saturday, with Lyman posting a pair of victories: 57-53 in the girls’ game and 57-41 in the boys’ game.

See NWC MBB, Page 12

Powell High School sophomore Maddy Hanks shoots the ball in a Feb. 3 home game against Pinedale. On the road against Mountain View on Friday, Hanks led the team with seven assists. Tribune file photo by Breanne Thiel

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PHS BB: Senior night Saturday Continued from Page 9 As a team, the Lady Panthers shot 18.2 percent from the arc, 41.9 percent on 2-point shots and 53.8 percent at the free throw line. Powell turned the ball over 16 times, had 16 assists and 36 boards.

LYMAN 57, LADY PANTHERS 53 In Lyman on Saturday afternoon, eight of the nine Lady Panthers who suited up to play put points on the board.

At halftime, Powell came back from a four-point deficit, 16-12, to tie the game at 28. Powell stilll trailed by four points, 45-41, going into the fourth quarter. They were unable to close that gap in the final period, either, as Mountain View made free throws to win the game, 57-53.

Two players scored in double digits, with Aubrie Stenerson scoring 14 points and Jennifer Bonander scoring 12. Rachel Bonander added seven, Dani Asay and Katie McKenzie each had six points, Tayli Stenerson had four and Hanks and Cole had two points apiece.

Both McKenzie and Aubrie Stenerson hit two 3-pointers.

The Lady Panthers had 17 steals with the Stenerson sisters, Tayli and Aubrie, leading with four each. Hanks had three and each stealing

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the basketball twice was Asay and the Bonander sisters, Jennifer and Rachel.

As a team, the ball was turned over 19 times.

For shot percentages, the Lady Panthers shot 36.4 percent at the 3-point line, 37 percent from inside the arc and 46.7 percent from the free throw line.

PANTHER BOYS For the boys’ basketball team, senior TJ Abraham led in points both nights, scoring 11 against Mountain View and 12 against Lyman.

Head coach Chase Kistler said that the team is continuing to improve, having kept the turnovers for both nights to under 20. The team’s offense is continuing to improve as the players had lots of open shots, they just need to finish the shots to put points on the board.

Next up for the Panthers is another road trip, as they’ll head to Lander on Friday.

The girls will play at 5:30 p.m. and boys will play at 7 p.m.

On Saturday, Powell will return home for the final home game of the season to play against Riverton. The girls’ will play at 5:30 p.m. and the boys at 7 p.m. Since this is the last home game of the season, the seniors for each team will be recognized for senior night.

Powell sophomore Dalton Woodward fights for position under the basket during a home game against Pinedale on Feb. 3.

Tribune file photo by Breanne Thiel

In a gutsy performance, University of Wyoming senior guard Jason McManamen recorded a career-high 30 points in a career-high 57 minutes in the Pokes’ 102-100 quadruple overtime win over Fresno State on Wednesday evening.

It was the second time in school history the Cowboys (1610 overall, 6-7 in the Mountain West) played four overtimes; the other came in a January 2002 win over Air Force.

Fresno State fell to 6-6 in conference play and 14-10 overall.

“That was two good teams out there tonight,” UW head coach Allen Edwards said.

“You have to give Fresno State credit, especially being on the road to withstand the blows and continue to keep fighting. I also want to commend our guys for staying the course and coming away with a very good victory, which this time of year is critical to help position ourselves for a strong finish in league play.”

The Cowboys held Fresno State without a field goal in the final 2:16 of the fourth overtime and junior guard Jeremy Lieberman hit two midrange jumpers to lift UW to the win.

The Cowboys finished 20-of-24

from the free throw line in the extra sessions.

“There are times during a season when you tell your guys to do whatever it takes to get it done, and tonight our guys stuck with it,” Edwards said.

“They never wilted under the pressure, never gave up on the situation.”

The Cowboys had chances to win the contest in the first three overtimes, but FSU’s Deshon Taylor hit three free throws with two seconds left in the first overtime and added two more tying free throws in the second overtime. His teammate Jahmel Taylor hit a 3-pointer to tie the game at 90-90 in the third overtime.

Junior forward Hayden Dalton added 21 points and 20 rebounds for the first 20-20 game for a Cowboy since 1997.

The Cowboys were up 30-29 at halftime. The Bulldogs led 65-61 with 2:38 remaining before Dalton tied the game on a layup with 44 seconds remaining. McManamen had a chance to win the contest, but missed a 3-pointer as time expired (he hit seven treys in the game).

The Cowboys lost at Utah State (11-13, 5-8 in the Mountain West) on Saturday, 81-74.

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PHS swimmer Trenton Wilson competes in the 200 free relay during a home dual against Cody on Jan. 31. At conference, Wilson and teammates Dillinger Wilkerson, Chris Lopez and Joe Rogers swam to a fifth place finish in 1:44.07. Tribune file photo by Breanne Thiel

PHS swim: Two weeks left to prepare for the 3A State Championship ter we got going. Every race was a good race for them.” quite get them there.”

The Panthers now have two Warren said Friday’s prelimi- weeks to prepare for the 3A naries set the stage for the finals State Championship in Gillette, on Saturday, and Feb. 24-25. Warshe was pleased ren said that time with the effort will be used for every swimmer ‘A lot of the guys normal preparagave. are qualified tion, with tapering “Friday we had as the meet gets in multiple some great perforcloser. mances, with peo- events, so that “We’re not exple really stepping gives us a lot of actly sure who’s up and earning going to be swimtheir spots for Sat- options, which is ming what at urday,” she said. wonderful.’ state,” Warren “We had a couple said. “The only Stephanie Warren of events where Head coach thing I do know is we didn’t have the divers that will any swimmers in, be diving. A lot of but we had a good the guys are qualinumber for the finals. Saturday fied in multiple events, so that was a very exciting day, and the gives us a lot of options, which is kids were just really on fire af- wonderful. We have to sit down Continued from Page 9

PHS senior Nate MaGill completes the fifth round dive during the home dual against Cody on Jan. 31. At conference over the weekend in Riverton, MaGill dove for a score of 418.95 which earned him the third place slot on Powell’s Hall of Fame board and second place at conference in the 1 meter dives. Tribune file photo by Breanne Thiel

and decide what our best game plan is and what’s best for the team.”

1. Lander 343 2. Powell High School 261 3. Lyman High School 257 4. Khs Boys 2016-17 146 5. Sublette County Swimming & Div 129 6. Riverton High School 117 3A WEST CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPPOWELL 2ND PLACE Men 200 Medley Relay 3. Richard Spann, Kacey Creed, Joe Kuntz and Garret Henderson 1:51.39 Men 200 Freestyle 9. Joe Kuntz 2:09.54, 11. Gavin Asay 2:11.14, 12. Braden Schiller 2:17.17 Men 200 IM 2. Richard Spann 2:16.96, 8. Jared Fuller 2:26.21, 12. Trenton Wilson 2:31.52 Men 50 Freestyle 6. Garret Henderson 24.83, 12. Hudson Wilkerson 26.20 Men 1 Meter 11 Dives 1. Hudson Wilkerson 465.46, 2. Nate

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Trapper wrestlers and coaches pose at the podium after the announcement that Northwest College were the champions at the NJCAA Rocky Mountain District National Qualifier at home on Saturday. Tribune photo by Toby Bonner

NWC's Jeffrey Oakes wrestles Western Wyoming’s Aspen Naylor for the championship in the 197-pound weight class. Oakes won the match by a 16-3 major decision. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel

NWC WR: NJCAA National Wrestling Championship to be held Feb. 24 and 25 in Council Bluffs, Iowa NEJC won by a 3-5 decision in the quarterfinal round. Barfuss received a bye in the first consolation round, then lost by a 16-5 major decision to Fabian Guerrero of NKTC in the consolation semi-final round.

Zeigler said Barfuss, who is a sophomore from Bancroft, Idaho, can be proud of his finish. Though he didn’t make it to nationals, Zeigler said the wrestler has succeeded in other aspects — including being a top student at NWC, majoring in engineering. Barfuss also met

Continued from Page 9 MATTHEW WIDDICOMBE, 174 POUNDS Powell native Widdicombe won both of his matches of the day by pin. The first came at 4:29 over Patrick Holtzhauser of NEJC in the semi-final round. In the championship, Widdicombe faced Matt Hebel of WWC. At the end of the first period, the score was 0-0. For the second period, Widdicombe chose down and got an escape to take a 1-0 lead going into the third period. In the third period, Hebel made a slight mistake and Widdicombe capitalized to get a pin at 6:46.

Zeigler added that Widdicombe ended his career as a redshirt sophomore wrestler at NWC on a high note, having won the Apodaca Award and then being champion in the 174-pound weight class. Zeigler also thinks Widdicombe is undefeated in the NWC Cabre Gym. JEFFREY OAKES, 197 POUNDS At 197 pounds, Oakes from Battle Mountain, Nevada, beat Jered Smith of Otero in the semi-final match by a 13-1 major decision to advance to championship round. In the championship round, Oakes and Apsen Naylor of WWC met for the fifth time this season. Heading into this face off between the two, the record was tied with each having won two. The score was tied at 0 after the first period but Oakes took the lead, 5-1 going into the third period and won by a 19-7 major decision.

TAYLOR JEFFRIES, 133 POUNDS Also wrestling in the championship round was 133-poundJeffries from Gillette. In the semi-final round, Jeffries met Andrew Astle of WWC. After the first period the score was 0-0.

To start the second period, Astle chose down and got an escape.

But before the period was over,

NWC's Riley Loveless (top) wrestles against Lane Hunt of Western Wyoming during the 141-pound championship match. Loveless won by a 9-0 major decision. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel Jeffries got a takedown to take a 2-1 lead going into the third period. Jeffries won the match with a 9-3 decision to advance to the championship match.

In the championship match, Gunner Laffoon of Otero won by a 1-0 decision. With a 0-0 score with about 47 seconds left in the second period, the Otero coaches challenged the officials’ call of a no takedown. The challenge was won to give Laffoon one point, which would end up being the victory point.

ANDREW VONREIN, 165 POUNDS VonRein of Lander was runner-up after losing by a 21-5 tech fall to No. 1 ranked Zachary Beard of Otero for the championship. In the semi-final match, VonRein pinned Ryan Winger of WWC in 5:59.

Beard wrestled as a true freshman for the University of Wyoming during the 2013-2014 season with 28 victories, 13 of which came by pin. He was a four-time state champion in Oklahoma in high school. After his season with the Cowboys, Beard kind of dropped off the map before resurfacing this season to wrestle for Otero.

NWC's Justin Polkowske wrestles against Samuel Freeman of Western Wyoming for a 9-8 decision win during the semi-final 149pound match. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel

HEBER SHEPHERD, 184 POUNDS In the 184-pound weight class, Shepherd from Spanish Fork, Utah, lost by a 6-4 decision to Anthony Lodermeier of Otero in the championship match. Shepherd led 4-1 going into the second period. In the semi-final match, Shepherd pinned Turah Reed of NKTC in 2:46.

CAMERON BRADEN, 157 POUNDS Placing third was 157-pound wrestler Braden of Moorcroft. In the semi-final round, Braden lost to Anthony Curtis of NEJC by a 6-0 decision. The loss put Braden into the consolation semi-final round against Rashawn Benford of Otero. Braden won by a 11-2 major decision to advance to the third-place match. There, Braden faced Kenny Astle of WWC. In the Apodaca Dual Showdown on Jan. 27, Braden rallied to beat Astle in the third period. This matchup was no different, as Braden came back from a 6-1 deficit after the first period to tie the match at 6-all and force overtime.

In the first overtime period, the wrestlers start in a neutral position (both standing up facing each other) and the first person to score wins in a sudden victory.

Braden scored two points for a takedown for a 8-6 sudden victory win.

Zeigler said that the 157-pound weight class was the toughest weight class at the tournament and if the tournament was to be held again, the top three wrestlers could be different.

MATHEW BARFUSS, 125 POUNDS Also wrestling for NWC in the qualifier was Mathew Barfuss in the 125-pound weight class.

Barfuss was seeded fifth going into the tournament and lost two matches to finish fifth at the tournament. Morgan Fogg of

a personal goal of placing first in all the team’s running drills at practice; the drills included running from the NWC campus to the Powell airport on Polecat Bench.

Zeigler also wanted to give a special thanks to George and Kelly Laughlin for running the NJCAA Rocky Mountain District Qualifier. The event ran smoothly and Zeigler said he couldn’t imagine running a tournament without their help.

Thanks was also given to the team’s two assistant coaches,

Mak Jones and Cody Vichi.

Both wrestled under coach Zeigler and he said their help throughout this season has been tremendous and very much appreciated.

Besides the top three finishers in each weight classes, five wildcard wrestlers were chosen by the coaches at the conclusion of the qualifier.

Otero also had nine wrestlers qualify for nationals, WWC qualified eight and NKTC six, while three wrestlers from NEJC qualified.

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Police flipping pancakes for Special Olympics

BY CJ BAKER Tribune Editor

T

he Powell Police Department will host a pancake supper Saturday evening to benefit Special Olympics Wyoming.

There’s no profound reason why the department is cooking pancakes versus any other food.

“Mainly, it’s because I love breakfast for dinner and pancakes for dinner, and pancakes are fairly simple,” explained Powell Police Sgt. Matt McCaslin.

But there is a profound explanation for why law enforcement continues to partner with Special Olympics.

“It’s the look of joy that you see on the athlete’s face, whether they’re competing or telling you about their experience with Spe-

cial Olympics, showing you their McCaslin said.

Police officers and dispatchmedals,” McCaslin said. “It’s something they’re very proud of ers — assisted by several local and it’s just ... it’s a wonderful Special Olympics athletes — will cook, serve and thing to see that joy clean up after the light up their face.” meal.

Tickets for the ‘It’s something All of the propancake supper — they’re very proud ceeds from the dinwhich will also feaner will be sent on ture sausage, eggs of and it’s just ... to Special Olympics and drinks — are it’s a wonderful Wyoming, which, $9 for adults and $5 for children ages thing to see that joy in turn, will send a portion back to lo6 to 12; children 5 light up their face.’ cal athletes. and under are free Special Olympics while families of Matt McCaslin is non-profit orgafive or more will be Powell police officer nization that procharged a flat fee of $30. The event takes place at The vides year-round sports training Commons in downtown Powell and competitions for children and adults with intellectual disabilifrom 5 to 8 p.m.

“It’s all you can eat, so you ties, involving more than 1 mildon’t have to stop at just one trip,” lion people across the world. Law

enforcement has long partnered with the organization.

Powell police and several other local agencies participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run each year to raise awareness for Special Olympics; the pancake dinner is meant to raise money.

An inaugural pancake supper in 2015 brought in more than $1,300 and “was definitely a success,” McCaslin said, adding that, “we know we live in a very supportive and giving community, and last time was no exception.”

Still, “this year, we are definitely hoping to bring in more than that for our athletes,” he said.

Police and many other community members plan to also help raise more money for Special Olympics next month, when they participate in the Jackalope Jump.

PANCAKE DINNER SATURDAY The Powell Police Department will host a pancake dinner from 5-8 p.m.

Saturday at The Commons in downtown Powell. All proceeds will go toward Special Olympics Wyoming.

Members of the Powell Police Department and community members run the Special Olympics torch into town each year to raise awareness for the nonprofit organization in Wyoming. A Saturday pancake supper will help raise money for the cause.

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Pimentel named a top youth volunteer for Wyoming PHS JUNIOR HELPED START POWELL MAKERSPACE week.

Prudential named Pimentel the top high school volunteer in hett Pimentel loves all Wyoming. Grace Estes, 14, of things tech. Oftentimes, Farson received the state honor you can find the 17-year- at the middle school level for old at the Powell Makerspace, volunteering with her school’s using 3D printers, the laser summer reading program.

The two state honorees cutter or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine, each will receive $1,000, an engraved mewhich carves dallion and an and cuts various all-expense-paid materials.

‘I am proud to say trip to Wash“A lot of the that even though ington, D.C., in tools, I wouldn’t early May. have access to if Powell is small “This is an the Makerspace and isolated, amazing award wasn’t here,” Pishows mentel said last community members that how our Powweek. have access to a students are Pimentel plethora of amazing ell achieving and helped the Makgiving back erspace get off technology at the above the rest,” the ground last Powell Makerspace.’ said Kara Janes, year, and recently received Rhett Pimentel a counselor at High a 2017 PrudenPHS junior Powell School. tial Spirit of Pimentel serves on the MakCommunity Award for his volerspace Board of Directors. unteer work.

“Rhett, a junior at Powell Before the Makerspace opened High School, played a major last February, he researched role in founding the ‘Pow- equipment and tools for the ell Makerspace,’ a high-tech Makerspace and worked with community workshop to give others to draw up plans for its students and other residents of operation. Pimentel also made his small town the opportunity presentations to solicit donato learn about and use modern tions and forge partnerships in technology,” Prudential Finan- the community. He has devoted cial said in a news release last time to assembling equipment

BY TESSA BAKER Tribune Features Editor

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in the facility and learning how it all works.

During the summer, Pimentel helped with a robotics camp, and he teaches various classes at the Makerspace throughout the year.

As a member of the PHS Robotics Club, he also regularly uses equipment and tools at the Makerspace for his team’s robot.

“I am proud to say that even though Powell is small and isolated, community members have access to a plethora of amazing technology at the Powell Makerspace,” Pimentel wrote in his application for the Prudential honor.

He said that everyone who uses the Makerspace seems to have a good time, whether they’re experienced with technology or just starting out. Pimentel said his mom, Emelyn, doesn’t have as much experience with computers and technology.

“Since she’s come in here, she’s tried to learn just about everything,” Pimentel said.

“And she’s someone who I wouldn’t have thought would ever step in a Makerspace, so that’s been pretty neat.”

Pimentel said a lot of volunteers make the Makerspace possible.

“It’s run by volunteers,” Pi-

Powell High School junior Rhett Pimentel uses a 3D printer at the Powell Makerspace last week. Pimentel often uses equipment at the Makerspace for a robot he has designed and programmed with fellow members of Powell High School’s Team #3188 (Squiggle Splat Bang). Pimentel, the son of Troy and Emelyn Pimentel of Powell, was recently named a top youth volunteer for Wyoming. Tribune photo by Tessa Baker mentel said. “It’s definitely not just me — it’s tons of different people.”

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, now in its

22nd year, is sponsored by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals.

Pimentel will join 101 other

state honorees in D.C. in May, where 10 students will be named national top youth volunteers and will receive an additional $5,000.

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Named for its number ues its celebration of African of measures, 12-bar American History blues is the standard Month with Februprogression or seary events that focus ries of musical notes on Harriet Tubman used to express the and the history of theme of many disblues music in the tinctive blues songs.

American South.

Musicologists trace Robert Rumbolz, the origins of modNWC associate proern blues back cenfessor of music, and turies to a period in music instructor Jeff West Africa before Troxel will demonthe onset of slavery strate the progresROBERT in North America. sion of the 12-bar RUMBOLZ Amy McKinney, blues during a 7 p.m. program Monday, Feb. 20, at an assistant professor of histo-

ry at Northwest, will conclude the Underground Railroad.

In April 2016, the United the month-long celebration States Treasury anon Wednesday, Feb. nounced that Tub22, in the NWC man will replace Intercultural House President Andrew with a program that Jackson on the $20 explores the life and bill. Tubman is the accomplishments of first African AmeriHarriet Tubman. can, and the first Born into slavwoman in more than ery in Maryland in one century, to be 1820, Tubman sucfeatured on United cessfully escaped to States currency.

Philadelphia, PennBoth programs sylvania in 1849 and JEFF TROXEL are sponsored by the went on to help free enslaved people using a net- NWC Office of Intercultural work of safehouses known as Programs. Admission is free.

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PUBLIC NOTICES “BECAUSE THE PEOPLE MUST KNOW” Name change _________________ STATE OF WYOMING

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COUNTY OF PARK IN THE DISTRICT COURT 5th JUDICIAL DISTRICT Civil Action Case No. 28650 IN RE NAME CHANGE OF ) Gracie Beth Upton ) Minor Child, By Next Friend, ) Elizabeth Christine Wells ) NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE TO Christopher David Upton, RESPONDENT RESPONDENT’S CURRENT ADDRESS: Unknown You are notified that a Petition for Name Change of Minor Child, Civil Action No. 28650, has been filed in the Wyoming District Court for the 5th Judicial District, whose address is P.O. Box 1960, Cody, WY 82414, seeking to change the name of the minor child Gracie Beth Upton to Gracie Beth Wells.

Unless you file a Response or otherwise respond to the Petition referenced above within 30 days following the last date of publication of this notice, a default judgment will be taken and the requested name change may be granted.

DATED this 20th day of January, 2017.

BY CLERK OF COURT: PATRA LINDENTHAL Clerk of District Court First Publ., Tues., Jan. 24, 2017 Final Publ., Tues., Feb. 14, 2017

necessary signatures, seconded by Councilwoman Spencer, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Update given by Attorney Kitchen on appointment of Mayor. Resolution No. 2, 2017: Described by Administrator Logan- A Resolution Establishing User Fees for City of Powell Park Facilities. Update reservation fees and softball tournament fees.

Councilman Young moved to approve and authorize all necessary signatures, seconded by Councilman Sapp, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Memorandum of Understanding Heart Mtn United Soccer given by Administrator Logan. Councilman Hillberry moved to approve and authorize all necessary signatures, seconded by Councilman Sapp, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Annual Parks Department Update given by Parks Supt. Del Barton. Update on Absaroka Street Project timeline given by Administrator Logan engineering will begin Fall/Winter 2017-2018.

General Announcements: Administrator Logan updated Council on survey coming from PEP and the Chamber on possibility to combine services. Councilman Young commented on the great progress Mayor Hillman made to the City in his forward thinking and increase of the City Reserves the last four years.

Bill Winters thanked Mayor Hillman for helping him personally in the 90s when he was on the Council and without his help he may not be where he is today.

There being no further business to be considered at this meeting, Councilman Young moved to adjourn, seconded by Councilman Paul, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. President Wetzel adjourned the regular meeting at 6:40 p.m.

APPROVED: /s/ John Wetzel Council President ATTEST: /s/ Tiffany Brando City Clerk Publ., Tues., Feb. 14, 2017

minutes ______________ Project completed __________ County Park County Board of County Commissioners Notice of Final Payment Pursuant to Wyoming Statutes, notice is hereby given that the Deaver Irrigation District has accepted the materials delivered for the Headgate Replacement 2016 Procurement Project as substantially completed according to the specifications and rules set forth in the Contract and that Big Horn Truck & Equipment, Inc. is entitled to final settlement therefore. Upon the 41st day (March 20, 2017) after the first publication of this notice, the Deaver Irrigation District, under whose direction or supervision the material has been procured, will pay to Big Horn Truck & Equipment, Inc. the full amount due under the Contract. This section does not relieve Big Horn Truck & Equipment, Inc. and the sureties on its bond from any claims of work or labor done or materials or supplies furnished in the execution of the Contract.

Jerry Dart Manager First Publ., Tues., Feb. 7, 2017 Final Publ., Tues., Feb. 21, 2017

Onstine hearing _____________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Onstine Major Subdivision On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. the Park County Planning & Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing to consider the Sketch Plan and Preliminary Plat application of Freddie and Connie Onstine for the subdivision of Lot 2 of Christy Lake Subdivision, into 2 lots. Lot 2A being 1.31 acres and Lot 2B being 1.49 acres, in Lot 63-J, (RS), T55N, R98W, Park County, WY, in a GR-P zoning district.

The hearing will be held in the Wyoming Alternate Emergency Operating Center (EOC Room) located in the basement of the Courthouse Addition, 1002 Sheridan Ave., Cody, Wyoming. Anyone wishing to comment on this matter is encouraged to attend, or submit comments in writing to the Planning & Zoning Department, 1002 Sheridan Ave., Cody 82414. For more information call 527-8540 or 754-8540.

First Publ., Tues., Jan. 31, 2017 Second Publ., Tues., Feb. 14, 2017

City minutes___________________ City Council Proceedings February 6, 2017 The governing body of the City of Powell met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. on February 6, 2017 in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Council President John Wetzel opened the meeting and led those in attendance in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

President Wetzel called the meeting to order and the following were present: Council Members John Wetzel, Jim Hillberry, Eric Paul, Tim Sapp, Floyd Young and Lesli Spencer. City Officials: City Administrator Zane Logan, City Clerk Tiffany Brando, City Attorney Sandra Kitchen, Deputy City Attorney Scott Kath Deputy Finance Director Kaela Nelson and Parks Supt. Del Barton.

Council President Wetzel addressed the death of Mayor Don Hillman and commemorated his service to the City and the Community.

Approval of Agenda: Councilman Young moved to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by Councilman Paul, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Approval of January 16, 2017 regular meeting minutes. Councilman Hillberry moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Sapp, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Bills and Claims: Councilman Hillberry abstained #41 and Councilman Wetzel abstained #74. Councilman Paul made a motion the bills be allowed and authorize the Treasurer to draw warrants for payment of the same, seconded by Councilman Young, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Catering Permit for WYOld West Brewing Feb. 28th at the Fairgrounds. Councilman Young moved to approve, seconded by Councilwoman Spencer, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Catering Permit for WYOld West Brewing March 24th at the Fairgrounds. Councilman Hillberry moved to approve, seconded by Councilwoman Sapp, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Malt Beverage Permit for Palace LLC Feb. 11th at the Fairgrounds. Councilman Young moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Paul, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Request 24-HR Bar Opening for 2017. Councilman Paul moved to approve as presented with Alumni June 24th, seconded by Councilwoman Spencer, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED.Recognize David Waite with Boy Scout Troop # 246 for a merit badge.

Committee Update: Councilman Wetzel gave an update on WAM. Resolution No. 2, 2017: Read by Attorney Kath- A Resolution Certifying that a Written Petition Filed with the Clerk of the City of Powell for the Proposed Annexation of a Parcel of Land Known as the Cason Addition, Described as that Part of Unit “E” According to the Farm Unite Plat or a Parcel of Land Within Lot 74-E, Lot 74, Resurvey, T. 55 N., R. 99 W., 6th P.M., Park County, Wyoming, into the City of Powell Complies with Wyoming Statutes. Councilman Hillberry moved to approve and authorize all

Regular Meeting January 17, 2017 Chairman Livingston called to order a regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Park County, Wyoming, on Tuesday, January 17, 2017. Present were Chairman Livingston, Vice Chairman Loren Grosskopf, Commissioners Joe Tilden, Tim French, Jake Fulkerson, and Deputy Clerk Teecee Barrett.

Teecee Barrett led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approve-Vouchers.

The following vouchers were presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner French moved to approve the vouchers as presented seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried: Payee ------------------------------------------------------Amount YELLOWSTONE REGIONAL AIRPORT ------32,229.00 YELLOWSTONE COUNTRY ASSISTANCE NETWORK ----------------------------------------------------------------293.50 YELLOWSTONE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ----- 9,849.60 YANKEE CAR WASH ------------------------------------13.00 WYOMING WATER WORKS ------------------------138.00 WYOMING TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION---------195.00 WYOMING STATE PUBLIC DEFENDER------ 1,200.00 WYOMING DEPT OF AGRICULTURE* -------------50.00 WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH/PBL HLTH LB ------------------------------------------------------------------88.00 WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ---------336.00 WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT 210.87 WPCI CONSULTANTS, INC. -------------------------130.50 WHITLOCK MOTORS ---------------------------------141.39 WHITE INK, LLC-----------------------------------------260.15 VISION WEST, INC. --------------------------------------38.00 VISA - #9721 - M. GARZA ------------------------- 1,179.42 VISA - #9689 - M. CONNERS--------------------- 2,470.71 VISA - #9630 - T. POWER ------------------------------24.09 VISA - #9614 - SCOTT STEWARD -------------- 2,550.12 VISA - #9572 - E. RENNER ----------------------- 1,874.90 VISA - #9408 - B. EDWARDS --------------------------90.00 VISA - #9358 - T. WADDELL -------------------------443.48 VISA - #0225 - W.E. CRAMPTON --------------------73.46 VISA - #0191 - T. HALL --------------------------------793.99 VISA - #0118 - P. MEYER -------------------------------89.00 VERIZON WIRELESS -----------------------------------27.27 VERIZON WIRELESS -----------------------------------70.96 UPS STORE, THE ----------------------------------------16.23 TRUENORTH STEEL ------------------------------- 7,148.76 TRIPLE L SALES ------------------------------------------41.50 SYSCO FOOD SERVICES OF MONTANA --- 2,647.39 STROUPE PEST CONTROL, CO. -----------------135.00 STROHS INDUSTRIAL LUBRICATION -----------242.00 SMITH FUNERAL CHAPELS ------------------------750.00 SHOSHONE OFFICE SUPPLY, INC. --------------590.18 SHERWIN-WILLIAMS STORE - CODY -------------67.31 SECRETARY OF STATE --------------------------------30.00 SANOFI PASTEUR, INC ------------------------------182.55 ROGER’S SPORT CENTER -------------------------709.87 ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER------------------------125.85 RIMROCK TIRE CO - CODY-------------------------280.85 PRODUCTION MACHINE CORP. ------------------100.69 PRO-BUILD - CODY--------------------------------------14.35 POWELL VALLEY RECYCLING ----------------- 1,751.04 POWELL TRIBUNE, INC. -----------------------------100.00 POWELL TRIBUNE, INC. -----------------------------122.50 POWELL SENIOR CITIZENS AGO-GO, INC 11,856.00 POWELL ELECTRIC -----------------------------------343.60 POWELL ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP, INC. - 3,501.94 POWELL ACE HARDWARE, LLC --------------------84.94 PILCH ENGINEERING INC., PC----------------- 2,640.00 PENWELL, STEVE ---------------------------------------54.95 PARK COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION BOARD ------------------------------------------------------------71,274.46 PARK COUNTY MUSEUM BOARD ------------99,701.50 PARK COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD ---------- 770,357.23 PARK COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER ------------ 2,626.56 PARK COUNTY 4-H COUNCIL------------------- 2,736.00 PARK CO COURT SUPERVISED TREATMENT PROG ------------------------------------------------------------- 9,147.74 OFFICE SHOP, THE------------------------------------229.80 O’REILLY AUTO PARTS-------------------------------333.65 NORTHWEST WY FAMILY PLANNING ----------391.38 NORTHWEST SPECIALTY SALES CO., LLC---366.74 NORTH PARK TRANSPORTATION, INC-----------55.90 NORCO, INC. ----------------------------------------------23.68 NEMONT ----------------------------------------------------46.98 NAPA AUTO PARTS --------------------------------------14.98 MURPHY, KATHERINE --------------------------------434.95 MURDOCH OIL, INC. ------------------------------- 8,602.40 MOTOR PARTS, INC. ----------------------------------393.41 MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES CO. ----------- 3,482.63 MICKELSON, JOSEPH D -----------------------------138.24 MERCK SHARP & DOHME CORP-------------- 1,489.49 MEETEETSE, TOWN OF -----------------------------218.88 MEETEETSE VISITOR CENTER ---------------- 2,188.80 MEETEETSE SENIOR CENTER ---------------- 2,508.00 McKESSON MEDICAL SURGICAL ----------------619.16 McINTOSH OIL, INC.-------------------------------- 6,153.96 MCCARTY, REED, & EARHART, ATTYS L.C.---220.00 MCBROOM, MATTHEW A. -----------------------------47.48 MARQUIS AWARDS & SPECIALTIES, INC -------58.04 MANNAHOUSE--------------------------------------- 2,123.14 LITTLE FALLS MACHINE, INC ----------------------927.32 LINTONS BIG R, INC.----------------------------------185.71 KENCO SECURITY AND TECHNOLOGY -------359.03 KEELE SANITATION -----------------------------------925.00 KEEGAN, KRISJANSONS & MILES, PC ------ 8,273.77 JPATS/USMS ------------------------------------------ 2,184.00 JACKS TRUCK & EQUIPMENT, INC. -------------162.81

BEAR CO., INC. -------------------------------------- 1,646.50 BAILEY ENTERPRISES, INC. ----------------------- 114.29 BAILEY ENTERPRISES, INC. -----------------------212.26 BAILEY ENTERPRISES, INC. -------------------- 4,089.74 AT&T MOBILITY -----------------------------------------109.34 AT CONFERENCE --------------------------------------121.36 ALPINE SERVICES LLC --------------------------- 3,750.00 360 OFFICE SOLUTIONS ----------------------------673.55 TOTAL --------------------------------------------- 1,254,625.87 Approve-Minutes.

The minutes from January 3 and 10 were presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Tilden moved to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried.

Approve-Payroll.

Payroll was presented to the Board for approval.

Commissioner Grosskopf moved to approve payroll, seconded by Commissioner Tilden and unanimously carried.

Approve-Monthly Earnings and Collections.

The monthly earnings and collection statements for the Clerk, Clerk of District Court, and Sheriff were presented for approval. Commissioner French moved to approve them as presented, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried.

Designation-Official Newspaper Pursuant to Wyoming State Statute 18-2-115.

Commissioner Grosskopf moved to designate the Cody Enterprise, Powell Tribune, and the Meeteetse Bulletin as the official newspapers for 2017, seconded by Commissioner French and unanimously carried.

Approve-Sign Financial Disclosure Statements Pursuant to Wyoming State Statute 16-5-118 (a).

All required Elected Officials will complete the disclosure statements and have them filed in the County Clerk’s office.

Approve-24 Hour Permit.

Colleen Renner, County Clerk, presented the request for Heart Mountain Pub to stay open 24 hours on January 28, 2017. Commissioner French moved to approve the request from Heart Mountain Pub that would allow all liquor license holding agencies in the County to remain open for 24 hours on January 28, 2017, seconded by Commissioner Tilden and unanimously carried.

Approve-Mitigation Plan.

Martin Knapp, Homeland Security Coordinator, presented the regional mitigation plan to the Board for approval. After general discussion, Commissioner Tilden moved to approve the plan, seconded

by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried.

Approve-Wyoming Public Lands Initiative (WPLI) Committee.

J.C. REPAIR, INC. --------------------------------------292.00 INTERSTATE TIRE SERV. INC------------------------65.00 HOTSY EQUIPMENT OF WYOMING, INC. -------51.50 HONNEN EQUIPMENT CO. ---------------------33,376.00 HEARTLAND PAPER COMPANY --------------- 9,207.85 HANSON CHEMICAL INC. ---------------------------206.72 GUERTIN, ANDREW -------------------------------------29.11 GOODYEAR PRINTING---------------------------------68.00 GARLAND LIGHT & POWER CO.--------------- 1,778.30 FREMONT MOTOR CODY, INC. -------------------876.53 FORWARD CODY WYOMING, INC.------------ 4,377.60 ESRI (ENVIRONMENTAL SYS. RESEARCH INST) ------------------------------------------------------------14,300.00 ELECTRICAL ALLY, INC.------------------------------ 110.00 ECOLAB, INC. -------------------------------------------208.87 DEE’S ALTERATIONS -----------------------------------60.00 D&G ELECTRIC, LLC ----------------------------------384.47 CUSTOM DELIVERY SERVICE, INC. ---------------21.29 CROFT, KIMBALL ---------------------------------------255.28 CRISIS INTERVENTION SERVICES ----------- 2,784.09 CRISIS INTERVENTION SERVICES ----------- 3,064.32 COULTER CAR CARE CENTER ---------------------48.50 CORRECTIONAL HEALTHCARE COMPANIES, INC. ------------------------------------------------------------18,403.73 COPENHAVER KATH KITCHEN & KOLPITCKE LLC ----------------------------------------------------------------400.00 CODY, CITY OF--------------------------------------- 1,094.40 CODY, CITY OF--------------------------------------- 2,550.40 CODY YELLOWSTONE AIR ---------------------- 6,566.40 CODY SHOOTING COMPLEX ------------------- 4,000.00 CODY PAINT & BODY, INC.--------------------------205.00 CODY ENTERPRISE ------------------------------------30.00 CODY ENTERPRISE ------------------------------- 2,946.83 CODY COUNCIL ON AGING --------------------11,856.00 CODY ACE HARDWARE -----------------------------207.37 CHRISTIE, LOGAN ------------------------------------- 112.32 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS --------------------101.99 CENTURYLINK BUSINES SERVICES --------------28.09 CENTURYLINK --------------------------------------------72.94 CDW GOVERNMENT, INC. --------------------------302.73 CARQUEST AUTO PARTS - #274890 ------------504.93 CARQUEST AUTO PARTS - #064250 --------- 1,523.19 CAROLINA SOFTWARE ------------------------------500.00 CARING FOR POWELL ANIMALS -----------------875.52 BRUCO, INC. ---------------------------------------------221.76 BRADFORD SUPPLY CO.----------------------------192.85 BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF PARK CO. ---------- 7,553.99 BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF PARK CO. ---------- 3,283.20 BOB BARKER COMPANY ----------------------------470.84 BLAIR’S MARKET-----------------------------------------23.94 BLACK HILLS ENERGY---------------------------10,568.99 BLACK BOX RESALE SERVICES -------------- 2,160.00 BIG HORN WHOLESALE, INC. ------------------ 1,954.49 BIG HORN RURAL ELECTRIC COMPANY------382.46 BIG HORN GLASS -------------------------------------542.00 BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NW WY - 2,032.78 BENNETT, M.D., THOMAS L.--------------------- 3,200.00 BEARTOOTH ELECTRIC COOP ---------------------73.53

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City payments ___________________________________________________________ PAYROLL CLAIMS 1 AFLAC Dependent Childcare 2 AFLAC Insurance Premiums 3 AFLAC Unreimbursed Medical 4 Internal Revenue Service 5 Great West Retirement Service 6 Workers Compensation 7 Wyoming Retirement System 8 Child Support 9 Prudential Insurance Premium 10 Garnishment 11 Health Benefit Plan TOTAL PAYROLL RELATED: TOTAL PAID WAGES IN JANUARY 2017: ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLAIMS 12 360 Office Solutions 13 Absaroka Doors 14 Aldrich & Company 15 Ascent Aviation Group 16 AT&T Mobility 17 Atco International 18 Big Horn Redi Mix 19 Big Valley Bearing & Supply Co 20 Blair’s Market 21 Bloedorn Lumber 22 Blue Tarp Financial 23 Carquest 24 Cellular Plus 25 Center For Ed. & Employment Law 26 Charter Communications 27 Chief Supply 28 City of Powell ~ Petty Cash

Various Shop Police Airport Admin, IT Parks Water Streets Aquatics Parks Parks Sani, Shop Police Police IT Police Various

29 30 31 32 33 34

Crum Electric Supply Cummins Rocky Mountain Inc Energy Labs Engineering Associates Fastenal Ferguson Enterprises

Electric 448.94 Sanitation 2,236.41 Waste Water 920.00 Water, W Wat 10,474.67 Sanitation 32.01 Water 4,663.89

35 36 37 38 39 40 41

Food Services of America Frank, Angela Fremont Beverages Fremont Motor Powell General Distributing Co Hawkins, Inc Hillberry, James

Aquatics 1,529.46 Aquatics 79.27 Aquatics 137.00 Electric 250.20 Aquatics, W Wat 823.50 Waste Water 1,437.96 Council 644.01

42 43 44 45 46 47

International Municipal Lawyers John Deere Financial KB Commercial Products Leroux, Inc DBA Boone’s Machine Shop Motorola Solutions Mountain West Computer

Attorney Various Aquatics Water Police Various

$558.34 $1,942.00 $4,250.30 $83,611.48 $6,753.60 $$49,390.03 $816.00 $16.00 $$94,510.90 $241,848.65 $243,426.48 115.10 247.50 55.89 424.22 128.08 1,226.06 2,180.00 74.14 59.87 11.12 105.64 82.81 39.93 159.00 7.35 70.36 39.31

480.00 1,570.20 187.08 1,525.50 14,705.58 265.77

48 Mr D;s

Shop, Water

49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74

Various 612.31 Aquatics 326.59 IT 135.00 Sanitation 1,330.96 Water, W Wat 156.40 Police, Sani 63.94 Streets 663.50 Oth Gen 14.25 Various 108.36 Parks 150.00 Police 100.00 Various 50.56 Water 49.02 Water 10.40 Finance, Police 85.83 Aquatics 2,750.00 Various 1,027.34 Police 510.55 Shop 124.50 Sanitation 47,395.00 Finance, O Gen 1,627.94 IT 1,268.50 Various 9,251.61 Sanitation 2,094.40 Sanitation 210.00 Council 731.33

Napa Auto Parts National Merchant Alliance Network Innovations Inc Nexgen Municipal Inc Northwest Rural Water District O’Reilly Automotive Inc Old Dominion Brush One Call of Wyoming Powell Ace Hardware Powell Rotary Club Powell Valley Healthcare Principle Life Insurance Production Machine Co Quality Propane Quill RC Systems, Inc Rimrock Tire Safariland Group, The Snap on Tools Tucson Trux & Equipment Sales Valli Information Systems Verizon Wireless Visa Warren Transport West Central Mosquito & Vector Control Wetzel, John

60.78

75 White Ink Printing & Design Various 67.99 195.36 76 Williams Inland Distributers Aquatics 77 Womack Machine Supply Co Sanitation 895.00 78 Wyoming Department of Weights & Meas Airport 25.00 79 Yellowstone Country Assistance Oth Gen 222.79 TOTAL AMOUNT OF CLAIMS FOR 6-Feb-17 $119,753.04 Publ., Tues., Feb. 14, 2017

Payroll Deductions Payroll Deductions Payroll Deductions FICA Deferred Compensation Worker’s Compensation Retirement Contribution Payroll Deductions Payroll Deductions Payroll Deductions Plan Benefit

Copy Machine Fees Shop Door Repair Building Materials Additional Taxes & Fees for Fuel Purchased Monthly Cell Phone Charges Gloves & Caulk Flow Fill Bearings Concession Supplies Screws & Fasteners Replacement Seat for Mower Filters & Hydraulic Hose Phone Case Subscription Monthly Cable Bill Test Kits Meal Reimbursements Rood, Hillberry & Street Crew Coils Injectors Waste Water Testing Monthly Engineering Fees Flashlight, Nuts, Bolts & Washers Loops, Yokes, Measuring Chambers & Repair Clamps Concession & Household Supplies Concession Supplies Gatorade, Water & CO2 Pump & Core Charge CO2, Tank & Hose Chemicals Reimbursements Mileage Pipeline & WAM, Hotel WAM IMLA Membership Dues Misc Purchases for Various Departments Floor Cleaner & Chemical Sprayers Rig Heater for East Water Tower 3 Portable Radios Mouse, Envelope, Computer Repairs & Phone Cords Household Supplies & Water for Customers During Repairs Misc Purchases for Various Departments December Credit Card Fees Phone System Engineering Fees Remote & Switches for Trailer Water Fees for Sewer & Lagoons Headlight for Unit 9-19 & Floor Dry Convoluted Brooms December Locates Misc Purchases for Various Departments Quarterly Dues Blood Draw Fees for Casework Monthly Life Insurance Premium Water Shut Off Key Tank Refill Index Dividers, DVD’s & DVD Sleeves RECPRO Contract Fees Recap Tires, Tire Repair & Alignment Distraction Device Starter Kit Nozzles 2005 Freightliner Trash Hauling Truck Postage & Bill Processing Fees Monthly Cell Phone Charges Misc Purchases for Various Departments Trash Hauling Fees Conference Registration D Rood & A Griffin Mileage, Meal & Hotel Reimbursement WAM Shipping Fees & Business Cards Ice Cream Rebuild Valve Stack Annual Fuel License Fees Quarterly Stipend

CLASSIFIEDS For Rent

Services Offered

For Rent

Rocky Mountain TFT Manor

EQUAL HOUSING

OPPORTUNITY

A Senior Living Facility

307-548-9633

POSTS, POLES, AND ROUGH CUT LUMBER

Health/Medical

Lost & Found

Don’t Forget!

Personals TO P S – TA K E O F F POUNDS SENSIBLY – Chapter 169 meets Thursday evenings at 5:30 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church, corner of Mtn. View and Ave. E. For more information contact 1-800-932-8677. ___________ (78TFFT) POWELL AL-ANON, support for friends and relatives of alcoholics, meets 2 times per week at Big Horn Enterprises, 146 S. Bent St.: Brown bag Tues. noon & Wed. 7 p.m. (north parking lot door). For information call 754-4543 or 7545988. www.wyomingalanon.org __________ (103TFFT) CAREGIVER SUPPORT Group, 2nd Thursday of each month - 11 am , Powell Valley Hospital Conference Room . Contact: 307-754-1274. __________ (66 TFFT) BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT – Every Thursday at noon at the Children’s Resource Center. Led by Certified Lactation Counselors – 754-1212. ___________ (46TFFT) PREGNANT? NOW WHAT? Free and confidential pregnancy medical clinic specializing in pregnancy diagnosis, options counseling, education and resources.

Serenity Pregnancy Resource Center (307) 271-7166 in Powell. ___________ (61TFFT) POST ABORTION HEALING GROUPS, Serenity PRC (307) 2135025 (Cody). ___________ (52TFFT) H AV E Y O U B E E N AFFECTED by suicide loss? A free support group, “Hope and Healing,” is held the first Tuesday of every month at YBHC, 2538 Bighorn Ave. in Cody from 6 to 7:30 pm. Call 587-2197. ___________ (17TFFT) IMMUNIZATION CLINICS FOR children and adults are held at the Public Health Office at the Powell Annex Mon., Wed., 3 – 4:30, Tues.

1:30 - 4:30 and Fri., 9-11.

For appointment call 7548870. ___________(46TFFT) OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP meeting, every second Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m. in the Northfork room at West Park Hospital. ___________(60TFFT) BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS of Northwest Wyoming is looking for adult mentors for youth between the ages of 5 and 17. If you would like to make a difference in a child’s life, call 754-3338 for more information ___________(98TFFT) GET YOUR CAR seat safety checked for proper installation or request assistance in installing at the Powell Law Enforcement Center, 250 North Clark. ___________(06TFFT) WOULD YOU like to speak and read English better? We can help! For more information, call 754-6280. ___________(35TFFT) LE GUSTARIA hablar y leer el Ingles mejor?

Podemos ayudarle! Para mas informacion, llame a 754-6280. ___________(35TFFT) PARENTS WITH children who have developmental disabilities, needing information, support, or help of any kind, please contact Betty Carmon, Parent Coordinator, 7543430. ___________(42TFFT) PREGNANT? WHAT am I going to do? How can I be sure I am pregnant?

How should I tell my family? Can I continue school?...keep my job?

Where can I live until my baby is born? Call Care Net of Billings Woman Clinic at 406-256-7038.

Give life a chance and we’ll help you every step of the way. ___________(83TFFT)

Help Wanted THE TOWN OF BRIDGER is accepting applications for a fulltime Assistant Public Works Director.

The position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of the Town’s water supply, wastewater system, treatment or distribution facilities and systems, streets, snow removal and other public works projects and programs. All applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. Applicants must possess, or have the ability to obtain within 1 year, a Class 3 Water Distribution Operator Cert., Class 4 Water Treatment Operator Cert., Class 3 Wastewater Treatment Operator Cert. and Certified Pool Operator license. Please include a resume making appropriate effort to address the Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed on the job description as well as the Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.

The successful applicant would be eligible for Public Employee Retirement, Group Health Benefits and paid vacation, sick and holiday time. Position starts at $15.50/hour and will increase after probationary period. Please pick up application and job description at 108 South D St, Bridger, MT or email townofbridger@ bridger-mt.com to receive an application via email.

Application deadline is February 23, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. ___________ (13-14CT)

Instructor/ Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Northwest College Provide high quality and engaging instruction for freshman and sophomore courses in Mathematics and Statistics, including introductory college mathematics and developmental mathematics. Starting salary range is $44,411 (Master’s, Step 1) up to $61,225 (PhD, Step 7) per academic year contingent upon education and experience (FY2017). For more information and to apply: http://nwc.edu/ hr EOE ________________ BHB(13-14CT) APPRENTICE ELECTRIC LINEMAN I position with the City of Cody. The primary duties include assisting in the installation, operation and maintenance of the City of Cody electrical power, transmission and distribution system. Answers emergency calls and is on-call to repair system breakdowns. High School Diploma or GED and one year related work experience required. Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A is required and must be maintained or able to obtain within six months of hire date. Must become a certified Journeyman Lineman from an accredited apprenticeship program within 4 years of hire. Minimum starting wage $18.71/hour plus City benefit package.

Applications and job descriptions available at City Hall, 1338 Rumsey Avenue, 307-527-7511 or by emailing cindyb@ cityofcody.com. Submit applications and 5 year driving record to City of Cody, Attn: Personnel, P.O. Box 2200, Cody, WY 82414 by Friday, February 24, 2017 by 4:00 p.m. The City of Cody is an Equal Opportunity Employer. __________ (12-15CT)

Please visit our website for full job description and application instructions: http://wyoextension.org/parkcounty/

Eastern Colorado Well Service is 2x2

accepting applications for:

* Relief Operator Starting Wage $20.50/hour. To apply, stop by the office located at 1205 Road 15, Powell, WY 82435 to complete an application, or can contact the office at 307-754-7944 for additional information.

2x2 Help Wanted-Seasonal

Big Horn Co-op is looking for

Fertilizer, Sprayer Applicators & Truck Drivers for our Powell Fertilizer location.

CDL Class “A” preferred with proper endorsements. Pre-employment drug testing & a clean driving record is required.

Strong customer service skills & is willing to work all shifts including Saturdays. Able to lift at least 50 lbs.

For more information please contact Jeremy Dickson at Big Horn Co-op, 661 East North Street, Powell, WY 82435.

(EOE & Drug Free Workplace)

Big Horn Co-op

661 East North Street • Powell, Wyoming

Phone 307-754-5962

Fuel Transportation Driver - GREYBULL , WY

Fuel Transportation Driver Wanted: Big Horn Co-op, Greybull, WY Class “A” CDL with Doubles, Tankers and Hazmat endorsements, clean driving record & fuel experience delivery required.

Home nightly, regular 5 day work week. Excellent wage and great benefits available. For the right candidate this is a great job opportunity.

For more information please contact: Mike Hanser 307-765-2061 or mail your resume & references.

ATTN: Mike Hanser-Big Horn Co-op PO Box 591, Greybull, WY, 82426

Big Horn Co-op is a drug-free workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Big Horn Co-op

P.O. Box 591 • Greybull, Wyoming

Phone 307-765-2061

Big Horn Co-op, a multi-location co-operative in the Big Horn Basin, is seeking a

Vehicle Maintenance Shop Person in Greybull, WY. The work requires physical labor. Skill required: automotive, diesel, and air brakes. Candidates must have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn our business, and insistence for safety, quality and productivity. This position offers a great opportunity for personal growth and a potentially rewarding, long term career.

Benefits include medical insurance, paid holidays, vacation, 401K. Competitive wage based on experience. Pre-employment drug screen and a clean driving record required.

Please send resume to: PO Box 591, Greybull, WY 82426 Attn: Mark Reno Big Horn Co-op is a drug-free workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Big Horn Co-op

2x3

P.O. Box 591 • Greybull, Wyoming

Phone 307-765-2061

Highway Maintenance Technician Lovell, WY • TNHM05-05711 WY Department of Transportation Hiring Range: $2,697-$3,371 Monthly WYDOT is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician located in Lovell. Under limited supervision, performs a variety of manual work and equipment operation to repair and maintain state-owned highways and associated highway safety devices to provide a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system.

For more information or to apply online go to: http://www.gorvernmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming

(12-15CT)

To Give Away

2x1.5

Office Associate III in Cody

(13-16CT)

(10TFC)

For Sale

It can be yours for only $21,500! Call 307-202-0790.

has an opening for an

(13-16CT)

Call now!

754-7185

Real Estate

- 3.5 liter V-6, automatic - Cruise control - Heated/Cooled seats - Power moonroof - Navigation - Backup camera - Bluetooth hands-free calling - Audio streaming sound system with iPod/USB inputs.

University of Wyoming Extension – Park County

(12-15CT)

Now accepting applictions for clean one and two bedroom apartments.

Utilities paid.

Well Maintained! OPPORTUNITY EQUAL HOUSING

P O W E L L VA L L E Y LOAVES and Fishes local food bank, Park County Annex, 109 West 14th St. Food distributed Monday WYOMING RANCH thru Friday, 9-11:30 a.m.

REAL ESTATE BROPlease call for appointKERAGE. Come See us ment, 754-8800. All non at 1011 Road 7. Powell, perishable, commercially WY - Julia Brownfield, processed food accepted.

Broker - www.wyoming Please leave donations at ranchrealestatebrokerlocal churches or receptaage.com cle barrels at local grocery ________ (06-17PT) stores.

11 ACRES CODY, WY ___________ (09TFFT) - electricity and water AMERICAN LEGION to lot line. Call 307-271307-548-9633 MEETING, 7 p.m., first www.cowboytimber.com 7360.

928 Lane 9, PO Box 659 307-548-9633 Tuesday of every month __________www.cowboytimber.com (63TFCT) Cowley, WY 82420 Lane 9, PO Box 659 at Post 26.

S A D D L E928Cowley, WYU 82420 P !

AND ___________ (07TFCT) B UPOSTS, Y, S EPOLES, LL PR OPPOSTS, POLES, AND SAL - SONS OF AMERIROUGH CUT ROUGH CUT LUMBER LUMBER ERTY! Running Horse CAN Legion meeting, Realty, 754-9400. run7 p.m., first Monday of ninghorserealty.com every month at Post 26. __________ (31TFCT) ___________ (07TFCT) CHECK OUT OUR YELLOWSTONE LISTINGS and rental RIDERS MEET last list at www.wyomingMonday of every month property.com, The Real at 7 p.m., Post 26 AmeriEstate Connection, 754can Legion.

2800. ___________ (07TFCT) __________ (71TFCT) NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Meets at 146 S. Bent, Powell (Big Horn Enterprise building) Tues., Thurs., Sun., at 7 pm., Sat. at 10 a.m. Call 307-213-9434 for more www.cowboytimber.com info.9, PO Box 659 928 Lane ___________ Cowley, WY 82420 (21TFFT) 307-548-9633 307-548-9633 www.cowboytimber.com CODY NA MEETINGS928 Lane 9, PO Box 659 www.cowboytimber.com Cowley, WY 82420 Mondays & Fridays at 7 POSTS, POLES, AND p.m., Episcopal Church, ROUGH CUT LUMBER 825 Simpson Ave., door by alley. Call 307-2139434 for more info.

FIREWOOD BY THE ___________ (24TFFT) CORD, $150 delivered NA MEETS IN LOVELL, and stacked. Russian Mondays at 7 p.m. at Olive & Cottonwood. 250307-548-9633 1141 Shoshone Ave., 6418. www.cowboytimber.com Saint Joseph’s Catholic __________ 928(08-17PT) Lane 9, PO Box 659 Church. Friday meeting Cowley, WY 82420 suspended until spring.

POSTS, POLES, AND Call 307-213-9434 for ROUGH CUT LUMBER more info. ___________ (16TFFT) INDIVIDUAL DIET PROA.A. MEETS – NOON, GRAM in Powell. www.

Mon. & Fri., white house health4life.center Call in alley east of St. Bar(307) 254-0037 . bara’s church. 254-3267 __________ (03-17PT) or 272-4529. ___________ (78TFFT) AA MEETINGS, 146 S. Bent St., use north door, 7 p.m. Mon., Fri., Sat. FOUND: VERIZON closed. Wed. open. 764PHONE. 754-2212.

1805 for further info. __________ (13-14FT) __________ (103TFFT) “OUR KIDS” A SUPPORT GROUP for parents/guardians of children with special needs. 3rd Tuesday of each month at PLOTT HOUND/CATA6:00 pm at 335 N Gilbert, HOULA female merle colPowell. Free child care ored dog needs a home. provided. For information Good w/other animals, contact: Brandon Doughousebroken. 754-1019. las 254-2273, or Adrienne __________ (12-13FT) Harvey 754-2864. ___________ (85TFFT) WYO CYSTERS - PCOS SUPPORT Group. We meet on the 2nd Tuesday every month at Powell Valley Healthcare’s Conference Room from 7pm – 8pm. Follow Wyo Cysters on Facebook for updates and online support: www.

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PART-TIME LIBRARY A S S I S TA N T - T h e McCracken Research Library in the Buffalo Bill Center of the West seeks candidates for a parttime (24 hours per week) library assistant position.

This individual will provide reference and research services according to modern, professional library standards to staff, visitors, researchers and patrons. Candidates for the position should have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline. A MLS from an ALA accredited institution is preferred.

Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume, references and salary history to: Buffalo Bill Center of the West Human Resource Department, by e-mail to chriss@centerofthewest. org. For a job description and additional information about the center refer to: http://centerofthewest.org/about-us/employment/. The closing date on this position is Feb. 24, 2017. The Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. __________ (12-14CT) LOOKING FOR TRUSS BUILDERS: Come to Diamond Truss, where the employees are great, the work day changes and the quality product speaks for itself! Must have high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, and drug testing required. Stop by 237 Main St, Ralston, WY for an application, call (307)754-3696 or email resume to: gailf@ tctwest.net __________ (11-13CT) AUTO SALESMAN/ SALES MANAGER full-time. Are you a hard working, customer service oriented salesman?

Join our growing team at Dorm’s Auto in Powell.

Competitive pay based on experience with benefits. Previous sales experience a plus but not necessary. Call Patrick 307-202-0400. __________ (11-18CT) MOBILE HOME PARK MANAGEMENT TEAM WANTED: FULL TIME management/maintenance team for a 100+ unit mobile home community in Cody, Wyoming. Prefer experience in manager/ maintenance field, however, will train the right team. We are seeking persons with the following skills/experience: Office Manager: computer; telephone; public relations; accounts receivable; secretarial; and management. Maintenance Person: public relations; ground keeping; heavy equipment, operations; general maintenance/repair knowledge; and general plumbing knowledge. – Both positions require the ability to troubleshoot problems; to follow instructions; and to enforce rules equally. – This is a non-smoking work environment. – Wages: DOE – Housing provided.

Send Resume & Cover Letter to: GREEN ACRES MOBILE HOME PARK, BOX 2926, NORRIS, MT 59745 __________ (09-17CT) CLINIC NURSE NEEDED, no weekends, call or major holidays. email cbehrent@heritagehealthcenter.org ___________(07TFCT) NOW HIRING - AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN - Powell, housekeeping position. Apply at the front desk, 307-754-5117. ____________ (20TCT) ARE YOU A CARING p e r s o n ? Yo u a r e NEEDED! Families of domestic violence and sexual assault want and need someone to care.

Please call Crisis Intervention Services at 7547959 or 587-3545 and volunteer today! _____________ (53tfT)

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LOVELL: 2 BDRM TOWNHOUSE, clean, comfortable. No pets, no smoking. $475/mo.

754-3013. ___________ (11TFCT) POWELL: BRICK TOWNHOUSE for rent, 2 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath, large rooms. Large storage shed, Quiet neighborhood, $700/mo plus utilities. Call 250-2091 after 3 p.m. __________ (09-16PT) POWELL: 3 BED, 1 BATH home, washer/ dryer, fenced yard, quiet neighborhood, no pets/ smoking. $850/mo, utilities not included. Call Patrick at 202-0400. ___________(09TFCT) POWELL: 1 BEDROOM HOUSE, washer/dryer, quiet neighborhood, no pets/smoking. $550/mo, utilities not included. Call Patrick at 202-0400. ___________(09TFCT) POWELL: 1,250 SQUARE FEET commercial space for lease in Powell’s historic “Studio” building on 2nd Street.

Downtown within walking distance to banks, shopping and restaurants.

(307) 254-9428. __________ (09-16PT) POWELL: MODERN, CLEAN, nice 2-bedroom apt., $650 includes utilities, $300 deposit. No pets, no smoking, 1-year lease. 202-0692. ___________(09TFCT) POWELL: DUPLEX IN RAINWATER Subdivision, 55+, 2 bdrm, 2 bath + office, 2 car garage.

Lawn care and snow removal provided. W/D. No smoking, no pets.

(307) 202-0823. ___________(08TFCT) POWELL: 3 BDRM DUPLEX spacious, fireplace, garage, no pets/ no smoking. $650/mo.

754-3013. ___________(07TFCT) POWELL: NICE, CLEAN 2 BDRM apt. Garage, W/D, $550/mo. + utilities.

No smoking, no pets.

587-8609. ___________(05TFCT) POWELL: 2 BDRM APT. DUPLEX, first month rent free. One year lease, $650 monthly. 754-2956 or 754-5119. ___________(05TFCT) POWELL: 3 BDRM, 2 BATH modern duplex.

Stove/refrigerator/dishwasher, w/washer/dryer hookups. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. $800 rent, $800 deposit. 754-9483. ___________(04TFCT) MULTIPLE UNITS FOR RENT; broker owned; rents negotiable; Whitlock Development, 307254-2830. ___________(02TFCT) POWELL: CUTE 2 BDRM house, great location. No pets, no smoking. Rent $650 + $650 deposit. 254-2062. __________ (10-13CT) POWELL: NICE 1 BDRM apt. No pets, no smoking.

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254-2062. __________ (10-13CT) POWELL: 1 BED TO 4 BEDS available, in-town, out-town, Pets maybe, $400 to $875, Wyoming Real Estate Network, Call Larry Hedderman 754-5500. ___________(98TFCT) POWELL: NEWER 2 BDRM HORSE property, close to college.

Large 2 car garage. Pets welcome, includes W/D/ DW/utilities, $1,050 plus deposit. 254-1158. ___________(97TFCT) POWELL: VERY NICE 2 BDRM apartment for rent. All utilities paid. No pets, no smoking. $695 deposit, $695 rent. (307) 254-2508. __________ (70TFCT)

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Sheridan Ave. Office 142 __________ (80TFCT) and Powell Office is at POWELL: PROFES903 RD 11. www.healthSIONAL OFFICE 4life.center SPACE for rent. Great __________ (13-16PT) parking, $300, utilities TOP QUALITY TILE included, visible spot, WORK and carpentry. many different renting Bathroom and kitchen options. 272-1860. tile, door and window __________ (63TFCT) trim, custom work. See POWELL: ROOM FOR “Ati Bekes Designs” on RENT IN private home Facebook for pictures. w/ family room: includes 307-272-6459. wash/dry, utilities, wifi, __________ (07-17PT) cable TV. No smoking, ELDER CARE - 10 no pets. Call 754-0612.

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DUCK HUNT

A hunt along the Madison River in Yellowstone National Park ended well for a bobcat on Feb. 2 — but not for its prey. The bobcat stalked a duck along the river, then leapt down to catch the bird. After a struggle, the wet bobcat emerged from the Madison and climbed up a snowy bank with the duck in its mouth. Photos courtesy National Park Service

Input sought on Custer Gallatin forest plan Public input is being sought on revisions to a plan for the Custer Gallatin National Forest.

Public meetings, collaborative sessions and webinars provide a wide array of choices, options and opportunities for involvement throughout the process, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

An evening public meeting will take place at various communities. It will begin with a main presentation followed by exercise stations later in the meeting.

A collaborative session the following day is for folks wanting to dive deeper into the revision process, and at some locations a closing meeting is held on the secondary night, recapping progress made.

Meetings will cover what’s ahead in 2017, tying the recently published report of existing conditions and items identified as needing to change into the development of potential desired conditions.

A session on wilderness and wild and scenic rivers will be held at the end of the collaborative session timeframe.

Collaborative sessions will focus on the key interest areas that arose at each location, although other topics may arise.

Participants should feel free to come and go as their calendar and flexibility

allows.

“The spectrum of engagement opportunities reaches out to folks that want to come for a quick update at one meeting or also gives options for folks that want to dive deeper and help in the creation of developing desired conditions for the plan,” said Virginia Kelly, Forest Plan Revision team leader. “We’ve worked to design a customizable approach across this broad landscape and move across the Custer Gallatin from distinct place to place.”

MEETING SCHEDULE • Feb. 22: Meeting in Cooke City, Montana, from 4-8 p.m., at Cooke City/ Siver Gate Chamber of Commerce • Feb. 27: Meeting in Red Lodge, Montana, 5:30-7:45 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5:15-7 p.m. on Feb. 28 at the Carbon County Fairgrounds’ Edgar Guell Building.

• March 1: Meeting in Billings, Montana, 5:30-7:45 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5:15-7 p.m. on March 2, in the Lodge Room in the Al Bedoo Shrine.

• April 7: Desired conditions focus webinar, 10:30 a.m. to noon.

• April 26: Wilderness and wild and scenic rivers focus webinar with general questions and answer, 1:30-3 p.m. or 5:30-7 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICES “BECAUSE THE PEOPLE MUST KNOW” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 Commissioner Tilden moved to allow past Commissioner Hall to continue serving as Chairman of WPLI, and Shaunna Romero and Tara Kuipers to continue in their current capacities on the Committee, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried. Kuipers will be getting reimbursed for her services with State funding.

Approve-Q1 FFY17 Temporary Assistance for Needy Family (TANF) Funding Request.

Teecee Barrett, Grants Coordinator, presented quarter one funding reimbursement request in the amount of $14,425.57 for approval. Commissioner Grosskopf moved to approve the request and allow the Chairman to sign, seconded by Commissioner Tilden and unanimously carried.

Approve-Lease Renewal.

Patti Umphlett, Assistant, presented the lease renewal for High Country Mercantile. Commissioner Grosskopf moved to approve the lease agreement as presented, seconded by Commissioner Fulkerson and unanimously carried.

Approve-Dissolution of the Big Horn Basin Transportation Committee.

This will be discussed at a later date when more information is available.

Approve-Change to Tidwell Flood Permit #4-16, Resolution No. 2017-01.

Linda Gillett, Planning Director, presented the updated version of the Tidwell flood permit after adding the verbiage requested at the last meeting.

Commissioner Grosskopf moved to approve the permit with the changes, seconded by Commissioner Fulkerson and unanimously carried.

Approve-Permit Application for the Park County Regional Landfill.

Tim Waddell, Landfill Manager, presented the State solid waste application permit to the Board for approval. Commissioner French moved to approve the application, seconded by Commissioner Fulkerson and unanimously carried.

Consider-Fee Waiver Requests Fairgrounds.

The Wyoming Sagebrush Hoppers requested a fee waiver for Bicentennial Hall for January 15 and 29, March 12 and 26. The fee is $150/per day for the requested area. After general discussion Commissioner Grosskopf moved to allow the Wyoming Sagebrush Hoppers to pay $125/day, seconded by Commissioner Fulkerson. Commissioners Grosskopf and French voted yes while Commissioners Fulkerson and Tilden voted opposed. Chairman Livingston also voted opposed so the motion failed.

Consider-Fee Waiver Request Fairgrounds.

There has been a fee waiver request for Bicentennial Hall for a benefit dinner on January 21, 2017.

Commissioner French moved to approve the request to wave the fee, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried.

Approve-Letter of Support West Park Hospital Cedar Mountain Center.

The Clinical Supervisor for Cedar Mountain Center requested that the Board write a letter of support for the annual funding that they apply for from the State. This is a letter that has been written for the past several years. Commissioner Tilden moved to

Meeteetse Museums to host BLM avalanche clinic Thursday The Meeteetse Museums will host an informative avalanche clinic on Thursday.

The free event begins at 7 p.m. and will run until about 9 p.m.

Avalanche expert Adam Babcock will conduct the clinic. He is an outdoor recreation planner for the Bureau of Land Management based in Worland.

Babcock will focus on historic avalanche incidents, including deadly ones that occurred around 1907 at Kirwin, the former mining town near Meeteetse.

He will also discuss more recent fatal avalanches (including their statistics and trends) and the basic science behind snow avalanches.

Babcock will focus on risk mitigation in avalanche prone areas and will demonstrate the “tools of the trade,” that rescue personnel use. A question and answer period will fol-

approve the letter of support for the Cedar Mountain Center, seconded by Commissioner French and unanimously carried.

Approve-Consensus Funding Reimbursement Requests.

Teecee Barrett, Grants Coordinator, submitted three reimbursement requests. The first is for the Employee Parking Lot project request number two in the amount of $896.15. Commissioner French moved to approve the request and allow the Chairman to sign, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried. Second request for the Andy Martin Hill project, request number two in the amount of $108,431.42. Commissioner French moved to approve the request and allow the Chairman to sign, seconded by Commissioner Tilden and unanimously carried. The last request for the ArcaSeach (digitalization of Clerk documents) request number one in the amount of $201,524.50.

Commissioner Grosskopf moved to approve the request and allow the Chairman to sign, seconded by Commissioner Fulkerson and unanimously carried.

Public Hearing-Park County Floodplain Permit.

Chairman Livingston opened the public hearing to consider an after –the-fact floodplain permit for Park County on the Southfork Road. Linda Gillett, County Planner, presented the staff report. This project was done on the Till property. The County Engineers office completed the work before the permit was granted as this was threatening a County road that has a high volume of use. Brian Edwards, County Engineer, commented that this is not a permanent fix, but should work for now and when the spring runoff comes will be the test if the fill and barbs hold. His office will continue to keep an eye on the specific area, but with a fiber optic cable being exposed it was an emergency situation to get something done quickly. Commissioner Tilden moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried. Commissioner Tilden moved to approve the floodplain permit, seconded

by Commissioner French and unanimously carried RESOLUTION NO. 2017-02.

Approve-Letter of Support Yellowstone Behavioral Health.

Mark Russler, Executive Director, Yellowstone Behavioral Health, joined the meeting by phone.

Russler requested a letter of support from the Board to the Wyoming Department of Health supporting the funding request for the outpatient mental health service they provide. Commissioner Tilden moved to approve the letter of support and allow the Chairman to sign, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried.

Public Health Update.

Bill Crampton, Public Health Nurse Manager, updated the Board on the last month in Public Health.

Kate Murphy, Public Health Nurse, is celebrating her 27th year of service today. Dr. Billin and Crampton were on Speak Your Piece yesterday discussing immunizations and vaccine waivers. Crampton commented in the last two years Dr. Billin has seen an increase of waiver requests for children not getting vaccinated. There are two reasons for the request, medical or religious. Crampton plans on being on the radio more to discuss public health issues. The department recently had a training on what to look for during home visits as far as potential harmful things to a child such as drug use or the making of illegal drugs. They also spoke about safety issues that lie in the Park County Annex and the design of the building

Mr. and Mrs. Brunell were killed in the Kirwin avalanche in 1907. A program at the Meeteetse Museums Thursday will focus on historic avalanche incidents, including the one in Kirwin, and more recent avalanches. Photo courtesy Meeteetse Museums low the presentation.

Babcock has 20 years of experience in snow and avalanche work and has served as U.S. Forest Service avalanche forecaster, ski patroller, ski guide and climbing guide.

While his background is mostly associated with skiing and climbing in avalanche areas, he will also offer information on snowmobiling in slide zones.

if they had an emergency. Commissioner French said he would visit the annex in the near future and talk to the building tenants on potential solutions.

Interview-Planning and Zoning Board.

The Board interviewed two individuals for the Planning and Zoning Board. After the interviews and general discussion Commissioner Tilden moved to appoint Deb Bush to the Planning and Zoning Board, seconded by Commissioner Fulkerson and unanimously carried.

Executive Session.

Commissioner Tilden moved to go into executive session pursuant to Wyoming State Statue 16-4405(a)ii, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried. No decisions were made in this session. Commissioner Grosskopf moved to come out of executive session, seconded by Commissioner Fulkerson and unanimously carried. Commissioner Fulkerson moved to offer the position of Executive Assistant to applicant #1 with a salary of $36,129.60, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried. Commissioner Fulkerson moved to offer the Events Coordinator position to applicant #4 with a salary of $47,964.00, seconded by Commissioner Grosskopf and unanimously carried.

Adjourn.

Commissioner French made a motion to adjourn, Commissioner Tilden seconded and the motion carried.

Lee Livingston, Chairman Loren Grosskopf, Vice Chairman Joseph E. Tilden, Commissioner Tim A. French, Commissioner Jake Fulkerson, Commissioner Attest: Teecee Barrett on behalf of Colleen Renner, County Clerk Publ., Tues., Feb. 14, 2017

Meeteetse Museums are located at 1947 State Street in Meeteetse.

Refreshments will be available following the presentation. Children and adults are encouraged to attend, as is anyone who spends time in avalanche-prone areas.

For more information, call the museums at 307-868-2423, email info@meeteetsemuseums.org or visitmeeteetsemuseums.org.

reason that Plaintiff is in possession of certain items of personal property and/or contraband which have been seized or delivered to the Powell Police Department, which property is now considered as being either lost, mislaid, abandoned and/or unclaimed, and/or the possession of which is unlawful, and as such, Plaintiff is seeking an entry of a Judgment of Forfeiture to allow for the forfeiture and sale at public auction, destruction and/or the transfer to the use of the Powell Police Department said items of personal property described in Exhibit “A” attached to said Petition; IT IS THEREFORE HEREBY ORDERED that all interested parties shall appear at the Courtroom at the Park County Annex, 109 West 14th Street, Powell, Wyoming, on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 10:30 o’clock a.m., then and there to show cause, if any, why this Court should not enter a judgment of forfeiture concerning the items of personal property described in Plaintiff’s Petition which is in possession of the City of Powell Police Department, which personal property has been lost, mislaid, abandoned, unclaimed, and/or the possession of which is unlawful, and further allowing the City of Powell Police Department to either forfeit and sell, destroy and/ or transfer to the use of the City of Powell Police Department all of the subject seized property, as is more particularly described on Exhibit “A” of Plaintiff’s Petition.

The complete list of the subject property, Exhibit A, is available for review at the Clerk of Circuit Court, Park County Annex, 109 W. 14th Street, Powell, WY 82435, Powell Police Department or R. Scott Kath, Deputy City Attorney.

DATED this 8th day of February, 2017.

Signed by Bruce B. Waters CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE First Publ., Feb. 14, 2017 Final Publ., Feb. 21, 2017

Unclaimed property _______ Ellis estate _____________________ STATE OF WYOMING ) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT

COUNTY OF PARK FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

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Civil Action No. CV-2017-116 CITY OF POWELL, WYOMING a Municipal Corporation,

) ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) ) ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS CLAIMING ) ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN OR ) INTEREST IN LOST, MISLAID, ABANDONED, ) OR UNCLAIMED CONTRABAND AND OTHER ) MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS, ) Defendants.

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE A Petition for Order to Show Cause having been filed herein pursuant to Section 7-2-105 of the Wyoming Statutes, requesting that the Court set a time and place for hearing upon said Petition for the

IN THE DISTRICT COURT, FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COUNTY OF PARK, STATE OF WYOMING In Probate Docket No. 9625 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ) MARTIN WAYNE ELLIS, ) Deceased ) NOTICE OF HEARING On February 3, 2017, KAYLA M. ELLIS, filed herein their APPLICATION FOR SUMMARY DISTRIBUTION OF REAL ESTATE pursuant to W.S. § 2-1-205. The statute requires that the Application be set for hearing at a time and date certain and that a copy of this NOTICE be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Park County, Wyoming once a week for two consecutive weeks on days certain.

THEREFORE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Application filed herein is set for hearing before the Court on this 27 day of Feb., 2017 at the hour of 3:30 p.m. or as soon as the matter may be heard.

DATED this 6 day of Feb., 2017.

Steven Cranfill District Circuit Judge First Publ., Tues., Feb. 14, 2017 Final Publ., Tues., Feb. 21, 2017

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017

107TH YEAR/ISSUE 14

Cody man charged with shooting at ‘Gunfighters’ performance

Northrup, Laursen hosting town hall meeting

BY CJ BAKER Tribune Editor

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Cody man with a lengthy criminal record has been charged with five misdemeanor counts alleging he mistakenly fired five round balls into a crowd of spectators while performing with the Cody Gunfighters last summer.

Steve A. Winsor, 51, faces five charges of reckless endangering in connection with the July 29 incident. He pleaded not guilty to the allegations at a Tuesday appearance in Park County’s Circuit Court in Cody.

Three tourists — two men and a 3-year-old child — were hit by lead round balls from Winsor’s gun and suffered relatively minor injuries, police say.

Charging documents allege that, shortly after the incident, Winsor admitted to accidentally loading his gun with the wrong ammunition, and he apologized for the mistake.

Because he has past felony convictions, Winsor is prohibited from owning or possessing guns. However, federal law allows felons to possess “antique firearms,” and Winsor’s black powder revolvers appear to meet that criteria.

The Park County Attorney’s Office filed the endangering charges on Thursday, Feb. 9, and Winsor was arrested Monday.

In asking for Winsor’s bail to be set at $7,500 cash, Deputy Park County Prosecuting Attorney Leda Pojman argued Tuesday that Winsor is both a flight risk and a danger to the community.

“He shot five live rounds into the community here in Cody, Wyoming, during one of the busiest seasons this community has,” Pojman said. “Luckily, he only injured three people instead of five.”

Winsor disputed her characterization.

“I am not a threat or a danger to the community,” Winsor said See Shooting, Page 3

BY DAVE BONNER Tribune Publisher

T Bladesmith Erich Ouellette shapes a hunting knife with a sledge and an anvil at his shop outside of Powell.

Tribune photo by Don Cogger

“I had the most incredible time of my life, I really did.”

Erich Ouellette

Local bladesmith’s work reaches national audience; competes on History Channel show

BY DON COGGER Tribune Staff Writer

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s a kid shoeing horses, Erich Ouellette developed an affinity for blacksmithing, finding he had a knack for using a forge, hammer and anvil to design and create different tools, hardware and decorative art.

As his skills progressed, he transitioned to bladesmithing — described as the ancient art of making knives, swords and other blades with blacksmithing tools.

“I had been working as a professional farrier for 20-plus years,” Ouellette said.

“That kind of morphed into the knifemaking. We hunt and fish, spend a lot of time outdoors, so it’s a natural progression for those of us who are blacksmiths to start making knives.”

The more adept he became at making knives, the more family and friends encouraged him to start selling his work, if nothing more than to supplement his costs for tools and materials. He developed a clientele, and Prophecy Metal Works was born, run literally out of his garage. His

company has a Facebook page showcasing his work, which also includes crosses and other ornamental art made from horseshoes; a website is currently in development.

“About 10 years ago, I really started getting into making knives other than just the occasional blade for a buddy who wanted a knife to hunt with,” he said.

“That developed into more and more knifemaking and blacksmithing. That got me a little more exposure, and people started placing orders.”

A drilling consultant in the oil fields by trade, the recent downturn in See Bladesmith, Page 8

See Meeting, Page 2

Heart Mountain couple snowed in for two months

BY ILENE OLSON Tribune News Editor

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Mercedes said. TheCHIVE cofounder John Resig began posting links to various causes — such as to help children in need — and Chivers would come through with support.

“This online community was really galvanizing themselves and kind of taking an active role in making the world a little bit better,” Mercedes said. It also sparked a conversation among the site’s leaders, who thought, “Maybe we should

ongtime Powell-area residents are reaching way back in their memories to find ways to describe this winter.

“I’ve never seen so much snow in Powell,” many say.

“This is the worst winter here since 1978,” others chime in.

That year, “it seemed like we had snow on the ground from the first part of November through March,” said Terry Foley, site manager for PowellWeather.net.

Doug and Deb Rosendahl say this winter brought the most snow they have seen since moving into the Heart Mountain area 14 years ago.

They haven’t been able to drive in and out on the road to their property since the week before Christmas. That was when the snow on their private road became so deep and drifted that navigating it was impossible — and it only got worse as time passed and storms continued to pile the snow higher.

“This year, it’s been different,” Deb Rosendahl said.

“Usually, we get big drifts on the flat, in the field. This year, we had 8 inches on the flat, which is unheard of.”

And, in places where snow drifts normally reach a height of 2 or 3 feet, this year’s drifts piled up to 5 to 7 feet.

However, when they really wanted to go into town, the Rosendahls found it was possible to drive through their pasture, then pull the fence aside to reach Road 19.

Until last week, that is.

That’s when Mother Nature added a warm chinook wind and rapidly melting snow to the strange weather mix.

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CHARITY, USERS DONATE MORE THAN $142,700

Internet users rally to raise funds for war and service dog memorial these dogs that have saved lives and ... they’re compassionate about the goal of, ‘Let’s do this hanks in part to the U.S. and make sure it’s going to be Secretary of Energy and a wonderful monument and a community of internet something people will come and users, a planned monument in look at.’”

Bessler noted the monument Cody to honor war dogs and their handlers will become a will be a tribute to all war and service dogs through the ages. reality.

Chive Charities’ efforts Last week, Chive Charities — the charitable arm of the en- pushed the monument from well tertainment website theCHIVE short of its fundraising goal to — helped raise more than well beyond it.

“I worked on this for about a $142,700 to create and install a memorial for war and service year,” Buck Wilkerson, a leader dogs at the State of Wyoming of the effort and a Cody veteran, Veterans Memorial Park in said Friday. “Everybody was totally convinced that there’s Cody.

The larger-than-life bronze no way in hell I could ever get will feature a dog and handler, it done; it was all pie in the sky — until I showed modeled off of them that check Sgt. 1st Class MatI got (Feb. 1 for) thew Bessler of $60,000.”

Powell and his ‘Everybody was Chive Charimilitary combat/ totally convinced ties bolstered service dog Mithat initial chael. The idea that there’s no $60,000 grant by for a monument way in hell I could theChive. came after “Maever get it done ...’ asking com users to jor Mike” was shot and killed by Buck Wilkerson contribute another $50,000 on a bicyclist in rural Organizer Thursday, Feb. Powell in October 9. Thousands of 2015.

“It’s kind of sad what hap- the site’s so-called “Chivers” pened, of how we got to that responded to knock out that goal point,” Bessler said of the re- in a matter of five hours, then cent fundraiser, adding, “but it donated another $32,000 over shows to me that people do care, the following hours and days.

“I would say nothing but the they do care what happens with

wo Powell legislators — home over the Presidents Day break in Cheyenne — will report to constituents on Saturday at a 10 a.m. town hall meeting at the Powell library.

Reps. David Northrup, House District 50, and Dan Laursen, House District 25, will present an overview of the first 28 days of the legislative session.

Northrup will also address Cody constituents Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at a second Town Hall gathering in the Governor’s Room at the Irma Hotel.

Northrup and Laursen expect to be grilled about how the House has dealt with the shortfall in public school financing. Northrup is chairman of the House Education Committee which sponsored House Bill 236. The omnibus school finance bill proposes reductions of $176 million in school funding over the next three years along with a series of measures meant to boost revenue for schools.

HB 236 passed the House and is assigned to the Senate Education Committee. Northrup voted for HB 236, and Laursen opposed it.

Among other things, HB 236

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Veteran Matthew Bessler of Powell is pictured with a miniature model of a dog statue. A memorial at the Wyoming Veterans Memorial Park in Cody will feature a dog and handler, modeled off of Sgt. 1st Class Bessler and his military combat/service dog Michael. Photo courtesy Carol Armstrong very best about them,” Wilkerson said of Chive Charities.

“They have been extraordinary, and they’re serious about helping in the projects that they’re doing. There’s just no way in the world that they can be considered anything other than outstanding.”

Brian Mercedes, the executive director of Chive Charities, said it was a fairly typical “flash charity campaign” for the nonprofit organization — though he added that the online community’s response “blows us away

every time.”

For the first couple years of its existence, “theCHIVE was just kind of funny photos, viral videos, good-looking women,” Mercedes said.

(The site has stuck to those roots; recent headlines include, “Get back in the game with some girls in sports bras (30 Photos)” and “Intense cat desperately needs a croissant (Video).”)

The site took on a new dimension around 2010, when people started asking for help,

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Continued from Page 1 Now, the pasture is a “muddy mess,” Deb Rosendahl said. “I guess we could drive through it, but we would sink” and cause damage that would have to be repaired.

Meanwhile, drifts still block the road. They’ve shrunk to

the size where they might be driven over if they were frozen, but now they’re made of slush that still can’t be navigated.

“We are truly blocked in,” Deb Rosendahl said. If either of them had an outside job, “we’d have to hire someone to come dig us out,” she added.

But, since they don’t, “We’re

here to stay for a while. We have heat and lanterns, in case something were to happen, and we have means to manage if we can’t get out, so we wouldn’t be in a pickle.”

However, Doug Rosendahl said he’d really like to be able to go out and get a hamburger.

As inconvenient as the last

couple of months have been, overall, the Rosendahls say the moisture they’ve received is welcome.

“We really needed it,” Deb Rosendahl said. “It’s going to soak all the trees, it’s going to be good for the fields. We’re really thankful for it; we just can’t get out.”

Daylight saving time proposal goes dark SENATORS DEBATE WHAT COWS WOULD THINK OF CHANGE

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yomingites will continue changing their clocks each spring and fall for the foreseeable future.

State senators voted 22-8 last week to kill Senate File 125, which would have placed Wyoming permanently on daylight saving time. An identical bill sponsored by Rep. Dan Laursen, R-Powell, failed in the House last month.

Laursen and other supporters of the measures say the bi-annual time change causes difficulty for workers, the elderly and children.

“Research shows it affects people for a day or two or four days,” said Sen. Michael Von Flatern, R-Gillette, who sponsored SF125.

“Why would you want to do that?

Why wouldn’t you just want to leave your clocks alone?”

Under the proposal, Wyoming would not change back to stan-

dard time in November. For eight months of the year, the Cowboy State would be on the same time zone as neighboring states, then an hour ahead of them from November to March.

Some lawmakers argued that would create headaches for Wyoming.

“I think this would be an enormous inconvenience for most of the people in the state of Wyoming for the four months a year that we’re out of sync with the rest of the time zone,” said Sen. Bruce Burns, R-Sheridan, during debate on the Senate floor on Feb. 6.

He said his wife grew up in northern Indiana, where they were out of sync for half a year and were always asking, “Our time or your time?”

Burns said it would create more inconveniences than it would solve.

“We’d be an island, sitting in the middle of the Rocky Mountain

time zone,” he said.

Sens. Hank Coe, R-Cody, and Ray Peterson, R-Cowley, both voted against the measure on its third reading on Feb. 6.

“A lot of senior citizens have doctor’s appointments and different things in Billings, Montana, and will be really confused by this,” Coe said.

Sen. John Hastert, D-Green River, however, said his constituents asked him to support the measure. If the state was on a different time for four months of the year, he said Wyoming would “deal with it just fine.”

As to daylight saving time’s effect on farmers, Hastert said that “cows don’t care when they get fed, as long as they get fed — it’s just an hour difference.”

That steered lawmakers’ discussion toward bovines.

“My distinguished colleague just said the cows don’t care,” Sen. Charles Scott, R-Casper, responded. “Unfortunately, the evidence is they do care. They get used to a particular time, and they get pretty demanding about it.”

Scott said he’s much more concerned about how the proposal would affect commercial people who do business with larger cities in the Mountain Standard Time zone if Wyoming was an hour different.

Sen. Cale Case, R-Lander, supported the measure, saying Wyomingites would figure out how to deal with it.

“I suspect that deep down, we’re all like a bunch of cows, and that really no matter what the clock says, you kind of get used to doing things when it has to be done,” he said.

Case said when you work with a business on the East Coast, you pay attention to what time it is there and adjust accordingly.

“We’ll all figure it out,” he said.

“Schools will figure it out, businesses will figure it out, and the cows, they’ve already got it figured out. We don’t need to change the time.”

Though the measure failed, the sun hasn’t set on the idea.

“Vote this up, vote this down — it will probably show up again,” Von Flatern said.

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Meeting: Event scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. at Powell library Continued from Page 1 drops the number of school days from 185 to 180 in a school year and reduces superintendent’s salaries by 10 percent starting in 2019.

Class size is increased in phases, and support for instructional facilitators is reduced in phases. Meanwhile, the bill could increase the state’s sales tax by 0.5 percent if the amount of money in the Legislative Stabilization and Reserve Account ever drops below a certain level.

Laursen said he voted against HB 236

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because it does not make enough cuts at the front end; he estimated the cuts at $31 million in the first year. The legislative discussion started, he said, with a targeted five-prong approach to address a $400 million deficit in K-12 funding.

“The first prong, I believe, which needed to be done was to get close to an $80 million cut.

With this bill, we did not even make half of that. I do not believe we should suggest taxing anyone until we get the cut,” he said.

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Livestock health discussed Tuesday Livestock health will be discussed Tuesday, during a lunch session at the Burlington Town Hall.

University of Wyoming Extension educators are calling the sessions Farm CafĂŠ. “The first in this Farm CafĂŠ series was very successful, and we look forward to another good event,â€? said UW Extension educator Caitlin Younguist, based in Washakie County.

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Weed management is the final topic for Tuesday, March 21.

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Hundreds of bills died in first half of session Nearly 200 bills bit the dust in the first half of the Wyoming Legislature’s 2017 General Session.

As of Feb. 7 — the so-called “crossover period� — a total of 289 out of 485 bills had cleared their house of origin, passing three readings in the House or Senate and advancing to the opposite chamber. That means about 200 bills, or 40 percent of them, failed in the session’s first 21 days.

The Senate introduced 175 pieces of legislation and 123 (70 percent) moved to the House for consideration. Meanwhile, the House introduced 291 bills and passed 166 (57 percent) on to the Senate. Nineteen of the numbered bills were not considered for introduction.

Once a bill advances to the other chamber, the senators or representatives there get a chance to make changes and pass or vote them down. If lawmakers in the opposite chamber agree and pass the bill, it then faces the scrutiny of Gov. Matt Mead before it can become state law.

Bills must make it out of committee in their second House by Feb. 24 and pass three readings in the second House no later than March 1.

Lawmakers expect to wrap up the 2017 General Session by March 3.

Searchers keep looking for reporter Snow conditions continue to complicate the search for a missing Powell man.

Gib Mathers, a 61-yearold Powell Tribune reporter, was last seen near the Wapiti Campground on the North Fork around midday on Jan. 31.

A search began Feb. 3, but heavy snowfall in the area has made things very hard for the Park County Search and Rescue Unit. “It’s a difficult situation for all concerned,� Park County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Lance Mathess said Wednesday. “All of our members agree

The snow is now hard enough that this is the most difficult search that they have ever been for search dogs to scale, but that hardness also involved (with).� makes it difficult for On Tuesday, a a scent to penetrate small group the snow, he said. searched a rock face “We simply have across from where not had enough Mathers’ parked thawing for our truck was found, he teams to be efsaid. fective,� Mathess “The search dogs said, adding that, showed interest “there are many there but we found nothing,� Mathess areas where the sun said. “The main isnever hits due to GIB MATHERS sues continue to be the mountains and the snow depth (still 2-3 feet) cliffs. Those areas will take and the ice on the river.� even more time to thaw.�

Shooting: Man ‘kept apologizing for what happened’ Continued from Page 1 during his turn to speak, asking to be released on his own recognizance.

Circuit Court Judge Bruce Waters ultimately set bond at $7,500 cash or surety — giving Winsor the ability to hire a bondsman to post that amount on his behalf. “This thing’s been pending out there for six-plus months (and) Mr. Winsor hasn’t disappeared, hasn’t gone away,�

Waters said, rejecting the idea that Winsor is a flight risk.

Pojman specifically asked that, if Winsor posts bond, he be prohibited from possessing any kind of firearms while the case is pending; the judge agreed. “Do not possess any firearm, weapon or explosive device — and that includes anything that’s ... black powder in nature,� Waters told Winsor.

Authorities seized two blackpowder revolvers from Winsor in January 2015, after he reportedly pointed them at a roommate’s friend and told him to “get out or get shot.�

The Park County Attorney’s Office initially charged Winsor with aggravated assault, but reduced it to a misdemeanor count of reckless endangering as part of a plea deal that resulted in probation in February 2016; prosecutors agreed to have Winsor’s guns returned to him the following month.

It was around 6:30 p.m. on July 29 that Cody police were called to the front of the Irma Hotel, for a report that three spectators had been injured

during the Cody Gunfighters’ performance, but said he must performance. have somehow grabbed a cylThe nonprofit group has long inders he’d loaded with lead put on a free show for tourists round balls instead. Winsor exin the street near the Irma, plained that he’d been using the performing six nights a week pistols and round balls to shoot through the summer. targets the previous day.

A summary of the Cody “Winsor said he did not know Police Department’s investiga- how he mixed up the cylinders; tion, written by detective Ron Winsor kept apologizing for Parduba and filed in support what happened to the victims,� of the new charges, indicates Parduba wrote. the bullets were fired as the One of the gunfighters’ lead“bad guys� opened fire on the ers, Don Bash, reportedly told “good guys� during the perfor- police the night of the incident mance’s climax. that each gunfighter was responsible for A 3-year-old child inspecting their own from Minnesota was firearms prior to hit in the bicep, the show; Parduba while her 37-yearquoted Winsor as old father was hit in saying that he hadn’t the shoulder, where checked his guns blood began poolthat night. ing on his shirt, The incident put Parduba recounted. an end to the Cody A 22-year-old New Gunfighters’ perforYork man standing STEVE WINSOR mance for the year. behind the father The City of Cody and daughter said he heard the whiz of a bullet, then imposed some new safety rules was wounded in his left calf and on the group in the wake of the bruised on his right calf, the af- incident, including requiring the Cody Gunfighters to have a fidavit says.

Round balls also ended up designated “gun safety managpuncturing an inflatable kayak er� who inspects and loads each at Red Canyon River Trips’ actor’s guns before the show and requiring criminal backnearby shop.

When responding Cody po- ground checks on the actors, the lice officers inspected the Cody Enterprise has reported.

A trial for Winsor has been performers’ guns, they found one lead round ball inside the tentatively set for July 13.

In court on Tuesday, Winsix-chambered cylinder in Winsor’s revolver, Parduba wrote. sor said he is unemployed and Police seized both of his guns lives in a shed on Rocky Road in Cody. Records from prior for testing.

In an interview several days court cases involving Winsor after the incident, Winsor told show there have been concerns police he had loaded two cylin- raised about his mental health ders with blanks for that night’s over the years.

Memorial: Dedication of new monument planned for June of 2018 Continued from Page 1 start a charity so we can do a little bit more for people.�

Chive Charities got rolling around 2012. Mercedes says it’s mostly focused on rare medical illnesses and veterans, along with first responders.

They pick specific projects based on the need and the impact theCHIVE can make by putting together a story for its site, he said. “Obviously we have a huge megaphone that can reach millions of people,� Mercedes said of the site, which regularly draws 10 million unique visitors a month. “And what we look for are those stories that are the forgotten causes.�

He described the war and service dog memorial as fitting into that category. “People have been trying for years to raise these funds, and it’s something that not a lot of people recognize and know about, so we wanted to use that megaphone to shout it out to the world and raise funds,� he said.

Resig’s headline on the story pitching the campaign read, “Today, we step up for the unsung heroes, our nation’s War Dogs.�

The piece noted Mike’s service — from locating more than 2,000 pounds of explosives overseas to helping Sgt. Bessler cope with PTSD back at home — and gave an account of the dog’s death in 2015. “The man claimed he was attacked by Mike but everybody knew better,� Resig wrote, later adding, “Let’s get this built. And the man who shot Mike, he can ride his bike past this monument everyday.�

(The Park County Sheriff’s Office concluded that the bicyclist had acted in self defense.)

Decorated U.S. Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell — of “Lone Survivor� fame — also aided the campaign by promoting it on social media and offering to have dinner with Resig and one randomly chosen donor; Luttrell lost a service dog of his own in 2009, when two men shot and killed it.

The monument in Cody will be one of the first of its kind in the United States. “War dogs don’t get really as much recognition as they need to ‌ even when they come back and they’re adopted by somebody as a service animal, so I think it’s a phenomenal thing,

(the) vision that we’re seeing come true,� Bessler said.

Carol Armstrong of Cody was one of the first people to suggest a memorial, coming up with the idea in the wake of Mike’s death.

The initial plan was to just put up a statue of a dog, at an estimated cost of $40,000. But former Texas governor/current energy secretary Rick Perry, who’s been in contact with Bessler over the past couple of years, was insistent that the monument feature both a dog and handler — the full team, recalled Wilkerson. When Wilkerson said that would be too expensive, Perry pledged to help raise the money. It was Perry who helped connect locals with Chive Charities, Wilkerson said. “He stepped up to the plate really heavy,� Wilkerson said of Perry.

Families on the Frontline also assisted, serving as a gobetween for the funds as they pass from Chive Charities to the memorial. Jona Vanata, a leader of the Cody-based nonprofit, has been busy this week, as she’s writing personal thank-you notes to the several thousand people who donated through

theCHIVE’s campaign.

The finished monument will include a tiered stone base and a small reflection area with benches, “where people can sit down if they want to and reflect on what they’re looking at, and what it’s all about,� Wilkerson said.

He added that, “I like to think of this memorial as something that can be considered as a hallowed piece of the world, where you can see the sacrifice that’s been made by the dogs over the 6,000 years or so, and the handlers.�

It will be located near memorials for veterans of the Vietnam War and World War II. Bessler said he’d like other veteran dog handlers to get in contact with him so they can be recognized on pavers that will surround the monument.

A dedication is planned in June 2018.

As for the extra funds from the Chive Charities fundraiser, they’ll likely go toward another planned monument at the park — one that will honor the women who’ve served in the U.S. military. Before Chive Charities’ involvement, Wilkerson said he’d raised about $30,000.

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Powell Tribune IN OUR OPINION

Wyoming needs to vote on presidential contenders One of the best things to come out of the 2016 election cycle in Wyoming was the realization by everyday Republicans and Democrats that they really don’t get much of a say in choosing their parties’ presidential nominees.

Local discontent culminated in Rep. David Northrup, R-Powell, and Sen. Hank Coe, R-Cody, proposing a bill last month that would have created a special presidential primary election. The election would have taken place in the April of presidential election years and serve the single purpose of giving Wyoming Republicans and Democrats an opportunity to vote on their party’s nominees.

It died in committee; one concern was the expense of the state putting on an extra election every four years.

While House Bill 201 was the wrong solution, it picked the right target.

Both parties’ current presidential selection processes — particularly the Republican Party’s — are inadequate and lawmakers and party officials need to make serious improvements.

The Legislature and party leaders should take the next year or two to study possible changes and come up with something that actually works for the everyday people of this state.

When you read about the Wyoming Republican Party’s candidate selection process in this paper’s news articles, you may see it politely referred to as “complicated” or “multilayered.” But here on the opinion page, we’ll offer another descriptor: pathetic.

Here’s why: For most local Republicans, their last chance to really weigh in on their party’s nominee came all the way back in the primary election of August 2014. It was then — back when any respectable pollster would have chuckled about Donald Trump’s odds of winning the presidency — that local GOPers elected dozens of little-known party officials called precinct committeemen and women.

Committee people are the ones who carry out the work of the party: helping raise funds, recruiting friends and neighbors, campaigning, lobbying and setting the party’s platform.

Every four years, these volunteers also get to weigh in on the Republican nominee at the party’s county convention.

So, last March, nearly two years after they were elected, around 72 precinct committee people and fill-ins gathered for the Park County Republican Party Convention and cast their vote for … an undecided alternate delegate to the national convention. The decision meant next to nothing, not only because the convention goers settled on an undecided delegate, but also because their alternate wasn’t going to get to vote on the Republican Party’s nominee anyway. (Park County gets to pick an actual delegate every other cycle which, in those years, actually gives the county party a very large voice in the national selection process.)

Last year’s county convention-goers did get to pick 30 delegates to the Wyoming Republican Party’s state convention and those delegates — along with several hundred other Republicans from around the state — helped pick 14 delegates for Ted Cruz in April.

So to recap: everyday Park County Republicans elected precinct committeemen in 2014, who picked state convention delegates in 2016 who got to weigh in on some of Wyoming’s national delegates.

It’s a long way of saying that rank-and-file members basically had no say in picking the Republican Party’s nominee.

In 2016, only 72 Park County Republicans were able to cast any kind of vote for president — and only about 30 local Republicans cast a vote that actually mattered at the state convention. Put another way, out of the more than 9,700 county residents who were registered as Republicans at the time, less than 1 percent of them got any kind of direct say.

Things were not as grim on the Democratic side.

Out of around 1,200 locals who were registered as Democrats, 270 of them (or more than 22 percent of them) participated in last April’s Park County Democratic Caucus — and their votes directly determined how many delegates went to each presidential candidate.

That makes a lot more sense, but the Democrats’ process wasn’t without its problems.

For one thing, the process was in effect co-opted by the Wyoming Democratic Party’s four “superdelegates.”

Because those four party leaders decided to back Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders wound up getting only about 39 percent of Wyoming’s delegates to the Democratic National Convention — despite getting more than 55 percent of the vote at party’s caucuses across the state.

You can’t really blame a superdelegate (or a committee person) for voting for whomever they think is best, but you certainly can blame the systems that effectively leave party members voiceless.

It seems to us as though it wouldn’t take much to make things better. For example, Republicans could give a voice to thousands of party members by simply doing something similar to what the Democrats already do.

Further, would it really be so hard for the state parties to put on their own primary election(s)? Shouldn’t it be as easy as checking people in, giving them ballots and then collecting and counting said ballots? If it’s not, perhaps Wyoming lawmakers can do something to make it that easy — and to persuade national party officials to accept the process that the state comes up with.

We urge the Legislature, Republican and Democratic parties and elections officials to start developing a new process that gives Wyomingites a way to really participate in choosing their party’s nominees. If this discussion is put on the back burner, we fear it will be forgotten until another round of frustration hits in four years.

And Wyoming’s Republicans and Democrats deserve better.

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nce again, it looks like Wyoming kids are going to get the shaft.

State revenue shortfalls from lack of coal lease sales and the fallout from the downturn in energy tax revenues (thanks, Green Energy proponents) means hundreds of millions in declining revenue for the state and education.

Wyoming’s Rainy Day Fund is being tapped, not fully — yet.

Our teachers are locked in their lounges playing Budget Roulette. Abject superintendents pass down the task to their principals, who (much like Michael Scott on “The Office”) sit around hoping for someone to volunteer for the axe. What’s always the first to go when budgets need to be trimmed? Art. Whatever doesn’t fall into line with “standardized testing” gets axed. PAWS, SWAS, what about JAWS anyone? Have we left any time for learning in between all these scheduled tests? After No Child Left Behind, teaching to the test has become the norm.

Add merit-based pay (meaning test-grade-based pay) into the mix, and you’ve got an educational Molotov cocktail.

Let’s study how to take tests!

A 6-year-old can learn that from YouTube, and still have time for tea with her imaginary friends. “What? I’ve got a child

Our district alone spends over with special needs? Give that $800,000 on sports annually. kid to someone else, he’ll bring Don’t get me wrong, I dig sports my class test grades down, to the core, I am American. But since they can’t opt out of the why on God’s green earth must test.” Where did experimentathe arts always be the first thing tion go? What about trying and to go? No discussion — just failing in a safe place? Wasn’t gone. school once that place? Failing Numerous studies show that in the real world takes your two kids perform better in all subfront teeth in a dark alley as a ject areas when they souvenir. What about also have an arts seeking collaboration education. Kids sign across subjects and up for these classes teamwork among first, if they have the peers — actual proboption. lem solving? Where The arts are the did performance, joy, subjects they love excitement and creand look forward to, ativity go? exciting them and An article in getting them through the Feb. 9 Cody the rest of the day.

Enterprise stated, KEVIN FRENCH They’re also the “Elementary schools Guest columnist classes that at-risk would also cut two kids and kids with more paraprofessionspecial needs thrive in. Visual als in the computer lab, the art and performing arts classes program would be eliminated, are where kids can express as would a classroom teacher... themselves in a healthy and the gifted and talented proproductive way, giving them gram would be cut by $53,000.” multiple solutions to problems When the budget is strained, when the world tells them, “NO, art is always the first thing to there’s only one way.” Today’s go, no questions asked and no world isn’t just about reading, opposition. The arts supportwriting and arithmetic. There’s ers in the Big Horn Basin and much more for kids to learn across our great state feel like than words, text and equations the musicians playing valiantly can teach them. There’s a real on as the Titanic sinks into the power to the visual, to an emoocean. What about administrative salaries? What about sports? tion, a performance and to an

(Kevin French is a former Park County School District No. 6 elementary art teacher, an artist and is an art gallery owner in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He currently lives in Powell.)

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Commissioners thank crews for work, citizens for their patience Dear citizens of Park County: We’d like to take this opportunity to thank the good people of Park County for their patience, assistance and good humor, during what will forever be known as the blizzard of 2016-17. And that’s what it seemed to be — one continual storm for a month-

and-a-half.

The majority of the folks out there understood and sympathized with what our road and bridge crew members were going through, trying to keep the roads open and safe for the traveling public. Our Park County crew spent many early morning, late night and weekend hours in less than desirable — and many times unsafe — conditions battling the snow and wind. One piece of equipment had a broken heater, so during the sub-zero weather the crews did four-hour shifts in it instead of parking it

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A very special thank you needs to go out to Ron Nieters and Dale Hobby, the foremen from Cody and Powell. Dale and Ron many times logged over 60 hours a week, and since they’re salaried, they received no overtime. They did this not only to give their crews some muchneeded rest, but also in an effort to ease an already strained overtime budget. While we realize this kind of work ethic is common in our community, we still wanted to say THANK YOU!

Again we would like to thank the citizens of Park County for their support of our road and bridge crew and also for their support of their neighbors during this tough time. But then again, Park County is just one big neighborhood, and that’s what neighbors do.

Sincerely, Park County Commissioners Lee Livingston Loren Grosskopf Tim French Joe Tilden Jake Fulkerson

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experience. Kids are repeatedly pulled from arts classes for remedial math and reading, when there’s already only 30-45 minutes a week for them in creative arts. I should know — been there, seen that, spoke up — to no avail. Sadly, arts are always either the first to step up to the chopping block, or arts education is simply not available in a young child’s life. Many schools, such as Westside Elementary, don’t even have a visual arts teacher or program; classroom teachers are tasked with it, if they have time.

It’s time for a change. It’s time for people to stand up and say that education isn’t truly education if it doesn’t include music, visual and performing arts. This is a chance for you to do something. Speak up, tell your kid’s teachers, the school districts, the principals, superintendents, mayors, county commissioners, legislators, governors and arts council members that art is not disposable and it’s not a luxury.

It’s invaluable and essential to the lives of our kids.

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At the 3A West Conference Tournament in Riverton over the weekend, both MaGill and Creed broke school records. Creed swam his way onto the Hall of Fame Board in two events. His 57.63 time in the 100 butterfly earned him the fifth place spot while the 1:04.37 time in the 100 breaststroke bumped him up into the second place slot. For his part, MaGill made the third place spot on the Hall of Fame Board in 11 dives with a score of 418.95.

Ice jams near Worland on the Big Horn River caused flooding on U.S. Highway 16/20 (Wyo. Highway 789) earlier this week. Flood waters have begun to recede, with the water and flooding concerns moving downstream toward Manderson and Greybull. Photo courtesy Wyoming Department of Transportation

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flood warning remained in effect Wednesday for the Big Horn River between Worland and Greybull.

Worland residents who live near the Big Horn River were allowed back home Tuesday after an ice jam broke up overnight, but flooding concerns immediately shifted to communities downstream.

The flooding left huge slabs of ice littered around the streets in Worland that had to be removed by heavy equipment operators, said Washakie County government spokeswoman Kami Neighbors.

Officials were assessing damage to homes and businesses.

They were also monitoring the ice jam, which moved about 10 miles downstream as of Tuesday, said National Weather Service meteorologist Trevor LaVoie.

A rapid melt of low-elevation snow- for the rising water,” Ruiz said. pack sent water into a river still choked Residents in Big Horn County have with ice, causing the river to rise about been warned by local authorities to be 5 feet above its flood stage on Saturday. prepared to leave their homes if the rivNext in line for er tops its banks. possible flooding “We’re blessed were the Big ‘WYDOT will be inspecting all that we have Horn County the time that we towns of Man- bridges where flooding occurred. do to know we derson and Grey- Workers are continuing to can get protecbull. tive resources in check bridges and culverts to place,” Ruiz said.

About 68 WyoThe Wyoming ming National make sure they are functioning Department of Guard members properly and are safe.’

Transportation were moved from Worland to Pete Hallsten continues to provide sand-bagManderson on WYDOT district engineer ging support for Tuesday, said Kelly Ruiz, spokeswoman with the communities impacted by the flooding.

Department workers hauled 56 conWyoming Homeland Security Office.

Two teams of firefighters who normally crete barriers Saturday to Worland from fight forest fires in the summer are in Ten Sleep, Shoshoni and Basin, and Greybull. three WYDOT trucks and their drivers “They are sandbagging and preparing were busy all day Sunday resupplying

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More than 700 volunteers filled 52,000 sand bags for use in the effort to prevent additional flooding.

On Monday morning, two WYDOT trucks with trailers helped move pallets of sand bags to the different areas in Worland, Manderson and Greybull.

“We still have ice stuck against some bridges,” WYDOT District Engineer Pete Hallsten of Basin said Monday.

“WYDOT will be inspecting all bridges where flooding occurred. Workers are continuing to check bridges and culverts to make sure they are functioning properly and are safe.”

Last week’s flooding also impacted creeks and roads in the Clark area, the Little Popo Agie River near Wyo. Highway 789 by Hudson, the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway (Wyo. Highway 296) and Owl Creek near Wyo. Highway 170 northeast of Thermopolis.

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Rachel Bonander Basketball

Against Mountain View on Friday, Bonander led the team with 12 points while collecting six rebounds and three blocks and shooting 80 percent from the free throw line. Then on Saturday, the sophomore scored seven points, seven boards and two assists, steals and blocked shots.

Melting snow closes roads Snowpack continues to grow USE CAUTION TO PREVENT ROAD DAMAGE The Bureau of Land Management is advising travelers to use caution as they cross public lands throughout the Big Horn Basin, as heavy precipitation and snowmelt have caused road damage and washouts.

Among them are access roads upstream of Clarks Fork Fish Hatchery near Clark, which are closed to vehicles due to extensive road damage caused by runoff from melting snow.

Approximately 1.25 miles of roads across Wyoming Game and Fish Commission-owned land upstream of the hatchery have been closed by extremely muddy conditions and damage caused by significant snowmelt that occurred late last week, Clarks Fork Fish Hatchery Superintendent Dave Miller said Tuesday.

The roads are commonly used by anglers throughout the year to access the Clarks Fork River. “Anglers can still park at the hatchery and access the Clarks Fork River on foot,” Miller said in a Tuesday news release from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.

“Repair and reopening of the roads will depend on how fast

they dry out.”

“The best way to avoid damage to public roads and resources, as well as to avoid becoming stranded, is to wait until roads dry up,” said BLM Civil Engineer Jim Critz in a Tuesday release. “Travel safely and let us know when you discover deteriorating road conditions.”

Driving on wet roads and two-tracks can cause resource damage including soil erosion and degradation, damage to vegetation or archaeological sites, and ruts.

“Small ruts made now can compound and make roads impassable later,” said Critz.

The locations of road damage or impassable roads may be reported to Critz or Supervisory Civil Engineer Monica Goepferd at the Wind River/Bighorn Basin District Office, 307-3475100. Contact the BLM’s Cody Field Office for the conditions of local roads at 307-578-5900.

For more information about access roads above the Clarks Fork Fish Hatchery, contact the hatchery at 307-645-3146.

The hatchery remains open to the public from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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onday’s snow water equivalent for the Shoshone River drainage basin stood at twice what it was a year ago.

Statistics provided in Monday’s snow report showed the Shoshone Basin’s snow water equivalent increased to 171 percent of median, up from 147 percent a week earlier and 126 percent on Jan. 30.

In other words, the Shoshone River drainage basin’s average SWE increased by 45 percentage points in just two weeks.

On Feb. 13, 2016, the basin held just 86 percent of the 30year median.

Statewide, the weighted snow water equivalent average stood at 135 percent Monday, up from 126 percent a week earlier, and 86 percent on Feb. 13, 2016.

“We made a huge jump in SWE over the last week,” Lee Hackleman of the Natural Resource Conservation Service in Casper said in his Monday morning snow report. “The Wind River, Salt and Wyoming Mountain Ranges are very high in snowpack right now. The Wind River,

Green River, Bear River and the Snake River should flow very high this spring. ... Let’s hope for a gentle warmup this spring without rain.”

The Sweetwater River drainage basin reported the highest snow water equivalent on Monday, at 218 percent of median, up from 186 percent on Feb. 6. A year ago, it stood at just 65 percent of median.

Bell Fourche had the lowest SWE on Monday at 79 percent, down from 103 last week and from 86 percent last year.

The only other drainage basins reporting less than 100 percent median snow water equivalent were the Cheyenne Basin, at 84 percent SWE on Monday, and Powder River Basin, at 89 percent.

“The only safe places in Wyoming in regards to flooding would seem to be the Black Hills and the Powder River basins,” Hackleman said.

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Pocketing thousands of dollars of store’s cash brings probation

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tealing nearly $3,600 from his employer’s cash register in 2015 resulted in a month and a half in jail and five years of supervised probation for a Powell man.

Michael A. Sneath, 23, pleaded guilty to a felony count of theft as part of a deal with the Park County Attorney’s Office. He was placed on five years of supervised probation and credited for the 42 days he served in jail after his initial arrest in 2015 and after he was cited for disorderly house while out on bond last November.

tive Jason Stafford The case stemmed wrote in an affidavit from thefts Sneath submitted in support made between July 14 and August 15, 2015, of the charge. The while he was workmanager’s suspicions ing at the Good 2 Go were confirmed by convenience store on the store’s security Yellowstone Avenue footage. in Cody. Charging “The security camdocuments say Sneath era captured Michael pocketed the money Sneath placing U.S. and then covered his MICHAEL SNEATH currency into his tracks by voiding cuspants pockets during tomers’ transactions. most of his shifts,” wrote StafA store manager caught on af- ford. “At one point, I observed ter noticing that Sneath had more Sneath show the security camera error corrections and voided his middle finger.” transactions than the rest of the Sneath’s sentence was handed employees, Cody Police Detec- down by Fifth Judicial District

Court Judge Steven Cranfill on Jan. 4 and formalized in a Jan. 26 order.

Beyond having to pay back the $3,598.23 he stole from Good 2 Go, Sneath must also pay $245 to the court for standard fees and assessments.

Sneath must make $50 a month payments and obey the law while on probation. If he breaks those conditions, Sneath could face three to five years of prison time.

Circuit court records show Sneath is also currently facing a misdemeanor battery charge, stemming from a Dec. 22 incident.

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Weekly Almanac Powell for the 7-day period ending Tuesday TEMPERATURES High/low ....................................................54°/-2° Normal high/low ...................................37°/11° Average temperature ............................... 29.4° Normal average temperature ............... 23.7° PRECIPITATION

49° 29° Saturday Mostly cloudy and mild

Total for the week ......................................Trace Month to date ..............................................0.34” Normal month to date..............................0.06” Year to date...................................................1.13” Snowfall for the week .............................Trace” Snowfall month to date ............................. 6.2” Snowfall season to date ...........................35.5”

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A silver 1996 Honda four-door sedan traveling south on Bernard Street failed to yield when entering Third Street and was struck by a 2011 GMC pickup traveling east on Third Street Monday morning, said Powell Police Chief Roy Eckerdt. The 17-year-old driver of the Honda was issued a warning for failure to yield, Eckerdt said. Neither the teen nor the driver of the pickup, 79-year-old Ron Blevins of Powell, reported being injured. Tribune photo by Don Cogger

NEW FACES n Bryanna Sanders of Powell would like to announce the birth of a baby girl, Lennyx Christine Sanders, who was born at Powell Valley Hospital on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017. Lennyx was born at 4:50 p.m. with a weight of 5 pounds, 11 ounces. Grandparents are James and Christine Sanders. n Magdalyn Kay Jolley was born Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017, to Cherrece and John Jolley of Lovell.

She arrived at Powell Valley Hospital at 9:12 p.m. with a weight of 8 pounds, 6 ounces, and joins sister Graysin Jolley. Grandparents are Kay Hopkin of Lovell, Tim and Deb Cahill of Lovell and Lorraine Stolts of Powell.

POLICE REPORT People arrested are presumed to be innocent and any listed charges are only allegations.

FEBRUARY 5 n 12:02 a.m. An officer made contact with a subject at North Bent/East Second streets and issued them a warning for public intoxication. n 1:30 a.m. Officers responded to a report of two men pounding on the door, yelling and insisting on coming in on East First Street, but the individuals had left the area. n 1:50 a.m. An officer made contact with a male subject on North Absaroka/East Third streets who was issued a warning for public intoxication. n 1:50 a.m. An officer made contact with two males laying in the middle of the street at North Clark/ East Second streets. After an investigation, Christian A. Flores, 25, of California, was arrested on suspicion of public intoxication. n 3:17 a.m. Dispatch received a report of a possible fight on North Bent Street earlier in the evening.

An officer spoke to a person involved, and placed the case under

its driver’s side headlight out.

After investigation, a 23-year-old Powell resident received a citation for possession of a controlled substance.

FEBRUARY 8 n 1:19 a.m. An officer noticed an occupied vehicle in an alley on Panther Boulevard/East Washington Street. He found the driver had apparently gotten his vehicle stuck and was trying to dig it out. n 9:36 a.m. Officers checked on the welfare of a person on East Monroe Street who had not been heard from in awhile. The officers found the person was fine. n 5:54 p.m. Officers checked on the welfare of a dog in the back of a truck on North Bent Street and reported the animal was fine.

FEBRUARY 9 n 1:15 a.m. After a traffic stop on North Hamilton/East Second streets, the driver was warned for failure to make a complete stop before entering a public roadway from private property and failure to signal right hand turn. After investigation, a 19-year-old Greybull resident, a 19-year-old Elko, Nevada, resident, a 19-year-old England resident and a 19-yearold Columbus, Montana, resident were all issued citations for underage drinking, and a 21-yearold West Valley, Utah, resident received a citation for open container.

investigation. n 8:47 a.m. While on routine patrol at North Division/West 10th streets, officers checked on a vehicle stuck in the snow. The owner was contacted and was able to move the vehicle. n 7:56 p.m. Officers made contact with subjects in a vehicle at East Seventh Street/Homesteader Court and found the subjects were just talking. n 9:31 p.m. A black iPhone 6 was reported missing on East Third Street. n 11:26 p.m. Officers responded to a domestic disturbance on North Absaroka Street, and after investigation, Brian Miller, 40, of Powell, was arrested on suspicion of domestic battery.

FEBRUARY 6 n 10:03 a.m. An officer inititated activity at Avenue B/South Edmonds Streets where Kirk Ohman, 25, of Powell, was arrested on a Park County circuit court warrant. n 4:54 p.m. A 48-year-old Powell individual turned himself in at the law enforcement center on a Powell municipal court warrant.

He posted bond and was released.

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Students win Best in Nation for app idea ‘FARMERSBOOK’ MOBILE APP TO BE CREATED, VERIZON GIVES MEETEETSE SCHOOL $20,000 Meeteetse students’ idea to use technology to connect growers with consumers proved to be a winning one.

On Wednesday, a team of Meeteetse middle school students was recognized as a Best in Nation winner in the fifth annual Verizon Innovative Learning App Challenge.

“We are so proud of the accomplishments of this group, and of their teachers,” said Jay Curtis, superintendent of Meeteetse Schools.

The students won the award for their Farmersbook app concept — a virtual farmers’ market for growers to sell their locallysourced fruit and vegetables to people searching for fresh, healthy produce.

As a Best in Nation winner, students will see their app become a reality. They will have the opportunity to work with experts from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) App Inventor Team to build their concepts into an app available in the Google Play Store.

In addition, the Verizon Foundation is awarding $20,000 to the Meeteetse school.

Each student team member also received a tablet.

In June, the team will travel to Orlando, Florida, on an all-expenses-paid trip to the Technology Student Association (TSA) Conference, where they will present their finished app.

The students’ winning app idea was se-

lected from more than 1,800 submissions nationwide by a panel of education and industry experts. The Meeteetse team is one of eight Best in Nation winners this year.

The app was inspired by Meeteetse’s classification as a food desert, meaning it’s over 10 miles from a grocery store and its inhabitants have difficulty getting to a supermarket.

“We wanted to help people who can’t afford or don’t have time to go far away like us to get a necessity like food,” Delanie Salzman, a Meeteetse middle school student, said in a video about the project. “We wanted to help people who live in a food desert like us.”

Superintendent Curtis, who will become the superintendent of Powell’s schools this summer, said it’s the second time in three years that Meeteetse students have competed at the national level in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) contests.

“This speaks very highly to the level of commitment from our teachers and the level of preparation our students receive,” Curtis said. “It demonstrates the high levels of academic rigor happening in our small school, and also across the state.

“I could not be more proud of our students, teachers and this school, where students come first.”

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The National Park Service encourages visitors to take advantage of the long Presidents Day weekend, warmer weather and the fee-free day to get out and enjoy national parks and recreation areas.

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area offers several wintery activities: bird watching, hiking, photography, visits to historic ranches, fishing, wildlife viewing, geology, etc.

If it is too cold outside, recreation area officials encourage visitors to stop by the Visitor Center in Lovell and watch a movie, check out the cabin replica or other exhibits.

Additional entrance fee-free days for national parks in 2017 are: • April 15-16 and 22-23: the weekends of National Park Week • Aug. 25: National Park Service birthday • Sept. 30: National Public Lands Day • Nov. 11-12: Veterans Day weekend

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This year’s event will be held Wednesday, Feb. 22, and Thursday, Feb. 23, at Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center in Casper.

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Bladesmith Erich Ouellette cuts a length of 5160-grade steel, a piece of which will be used to build a hunting knife. Tribune photos by Don Cogger

Bladesmith: ‘I can’t say enough good things about the experience’ Continued from Page 1 the industry left Ouellette with more time on his hands between gigs. He used that time to finetune his craft, making knives and decorative horseshoe art at a faster pace and accepting larger numbers of custom orders.

“With the oil fields taking a dump the last couple of years, I’ve been home a lot more and able to pursue what I love to do,” Ouellette said.

And the History Channel took notice. Told by friends that competitors were being sought for “Forged in Fire” — an “Iron Chef” style show focusing on bladesmithing — Ouellette sent an email of interest, and promptly forgot about it. About a month later, a producer of the show emailed him back. The rest, as they say, is “History.”

“Everyone kept telling me ‘Man, you have to get on that The blade is taken in and out of the forge repeatedly to make the steel easier to shape, as well as to harden Ouellette uses an industrial belt sander/grinder to give the blade its show,’ but I’d never seen it,” the blade. edge.

Ouellette said. “I looked it up and thought it was terrific.”

Now in its third season, bladesmith eliminated from After that initial email from “Forged in Fire” follows four the contest. the producer, a series of phone bladesmiths as they compete “Unfortunately, I started and Skype interviews followed, in a three-round elimination running short on time,” he said. giving Ouellette an opportunity contest to forge bladed weapons, “I just got to the point where to showcase his work and con- with the overall winner receiv- I was getting frustrated with vince producers he knew what ing $10,000 and the day’s cham- myself. I needed to get somehe was talking about. pionship title. One bladesmith is thing done to present to the “I sent them a bunch of ex- eliminated after each of the first judges and I got the blade done. amples, and then they watched two rounds, with the final two Ultimately, my blade wasn’t me make a blade in the forge competing against one another chosen to continue on.”

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NORTHWEST COLLEGE TRAPPER BASKETBALL

TRAPPERS WIN BACK-TO-BACK AT HOME BAINS NETS 27 POINTS AGAINST GENERALS IN TRIPLE-OT THRILLER

BY DON COGGER | Tribune Staff Writer

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Members of the NWC men’s basketball team rush onto the court to celebrate after a triple-overtime, 101-100, win on Wednesday, Feb. 8.

I went to the guys and said ‘Hey, I’m sorry, but I lied to you. We gotta play 45 minutes.’ They kind of laughed, and at the second overtime, I said ‘I feel like I’m doing a terrible job. But the truth is, we have to play 50.’ The next time around, I said ‘Well, let’s just play 55.’ We just tried to keep it light.”

Sheridan (19-7, 5-5) jumped out to a fast start, running their lead to 13 points before going into the half up 52-45.

“I thought the first half we were really disciplined in our defense, but again, we gave up way too many ‘After the end of regulation, NWC 101, SHERIDAN 100 points,” Erickson said. “We TRIPLE-OT I went to the guys and said couldn’t stop (Laden) RickCoach Erickson has been “Hey, I’m sorry, but I lied etts, he hit like six 3-pointers telling his team all season in the first half. We just kind to you.

We gotta play 45 that 40 minutes of solid, funof got beat up. I thought we damental basketball should minutes.”’ scored the ball well, we were be their goal with each and sharing the ball well, our ofBrian Erickson, Head coach every game. fense was a lot different than Turns out against the it has been in the past, and I Sheridan Generals Wedneswas happy with that.” day, Feb. 8, 40 minutes wasn’t quite enough.

NWC was able to regroup, led by an impresIn a game that saw 13 lead changes and 16 ties, sive offensive output that saw four Trappers the Trappers gutted out a triple-overtime win, finish the game in double figures. Sukhjot Bains 101-100.

“I keep stressing that we have to play 40 minSee NWC MBB, Page 10 utes,” Erickson said. “After the end of regulation,

Karst Named Eagle of the Week See PHS BB, Page 12

NWC sophomore Jonathan Koud from Montreal, Canada, shoots among a trio of defenders at the end of the first overtime during a win over Sheridan College on Wednesday, Feb. 8. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel

NWC women split home games

BY BREANNE THIEL Tribune Sports Writer

L

ast week went about the same way as the Northwest College women’s basketball team’s entire season has gone, with the Lady Trappers winning one and losing one at home.

NWC lost to Sheridan College, 71-67, on Wednesday, Feb. 8, before besting Little Big Horn College, 106-42, on Thursday, Feb. 9, to put the team’s overall record at 13-13.

NWC freshman Alexi Payne of Molt, Montana, heads to the basket on a fast break during a home game against Little Big Horn College on Thursday, Feb. 9. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel

NWC 106, LITTLE BIG HORN 42 Twenty-three Lady Trapper assists highlighted the home win against the Rams, led by 11 from Domenica Gomes. Gomes also led the team in steals, with eight.

As a team, Northwest also collected 22 steals spread across nine of the team’s 10 players; Little Big Horn, meanwhile, only took the ball away from the Lady Trappers six times.

Northwest’s dominance in the steals category helped the team force 35 turnovers while only committing 15 of their own.

NWC head coach Janis Beal

Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel

said the ratio of 23 assists to 15 a trio of 3-pointers.

Three other players also turnovers stood out for her.

“We were getting our team- scored in double digits: Petties had 17, Alexi Payne mates open inscored 14 and Kira stead of going Marlow made 13. one on one,” Beal ‘(We) did a great All 10 players said. put points up on the On the boards, job of taking board. the Lady Trap- away their Little Big Horn pers similarly shot 36.4 percent at out-rebounded shooters in the the free throw line, the Rams, 41-21. first half.’

Dani McManaJanis Beal 34 percent from the field and 25 percent men and Dallas Head coach from the arc.

Petties led with eight boards SHERIDAN 71, NWC 67 each, followed by Alexi Payne In the first half, the team built with seven.

NWC shot 63.6 percent at the a 39-28 lead and “did a great job free throw line, 57.6 percent of our game plan,” Beal said.

That plan was to heavfrom the field and 42.9 percent ily guard Sheridan’s two leading at the 3-point line.

Coming off the bench for the scorers, which meant giving up very first time this season, Au- a little bit in the post position. “(We) did a great job of taking brey Payne made three treys in away their shooters in the first the second half of the game.

With each of those 3-point half,” Beal said.

In the third quarter, however, shots made, the bench erupted in applause and cheers — which Sheridan came out firing, outcoach Beal said was a testament scoring the Lady Trappers 25-14 to the support Aubrey Payne has in the quarter to tie the game at shown from the bench all season 53 going into the fourth quarter.

“In the second half, we gave as she’s battled an injury.

Jessie Lessard paced the See NWC WBB, Page 10 team with 21 points, also sinking

On Feb. 13 Chance Karst was named Chadron State College Eagle of the Week for his performance at the Rocky Mountain Collegiate Open in Golden, Colorado, last weekend.

Karst is a true f r e s h man who is wrestling unattached for CHANCE KARST Chadron.

Karst posted three straight first-period falls, then breezed through the 141-pound championship final with a 7-1 decision.

The field contained several varsity wrestlers from Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference teams, as well as a few from the Air Force Academy.

Karst pinned an opponent from Colorado Mesa and two more from Air Force, before claiming the tourney title against another CMU opponent.

He will finish his first season as an Eagle with a 17-6 record and seven pins.

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he Northwest College men’s basketball team has spent the last month in search of an identity, posting a pedestrian 6-5 record since the holiday break after jumping out to an 11-4 start.

But the Trappers showed a glimmer of being the team they are capable of last week, outlasting Sheridan in a triple overtime classic and overcoming fatigue and a slow start to down Little Big Horn in a back-to-back home stand.

“On Wednesday, Sukhjot Bains played really, really well, then Thursday, Jonathan (Koud) played well,” said NWC head coach Brian Erickson.

“Those are the two guys who have been kind of struggling for us since we got back from the break.

Now with them playing well, and everyone stepping up their game, we’re finding that rhythm we’ve been missing.”

With conference wins at a premium and the regular season winding down, the Trappers (17-9 overall, 5-5 in conference) find themselves in an enviable position, boasting a 3-1 record against the final four teams on their schedule. This statistic could bode well for the Trappers heading into the Region IX Tournament.

“I think we’re becoming a team that’s going to be scary as we finish up the year,” Erickson said.

“Right now, we’re 5-5 (in conference), Sheridan is 5-5, Western Wyoming is 4-6 and Central is 7-3.

Every one of these games are putting us to where we’ll be seeded in the tournament. It’s going to be a middle-of-the-pack race, so these games are important.”

This Week in Powell Sports *Home games in bold

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 PHS Wrestling Regionals at Cody, 4 p.m.

PHS Girls' Basketball at Lander, 5:30 p.m.

PHS Boys' Basketball at Lander, 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 PHS Wrestling Regionals at Cody, 9 a.m.

NWC Women's Basketball vs. Western Wyoming, 2 p.m.

NWC Men's Basketball vs. Western Wyoming 4 p.m.

PHS Girls' Basketball vs. Riverton, 5:30 p.m.

PHS Boys' Basketball vs. Riverton, 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 22 NWC Women’s Basketball vs Central Wyoming, 5:30 p.m.

NWC Men’s Basketball vs Central Wyoming, 7:30 p.m.

Panther wrestlers split last two duals of season 3A WEST REGIONAL TOURNAMENT FRIDAY AND SATURDAY IN CODY

BY BREANNE THIEL Tribune Sports Writer

P Powell freshman Bo Dearcorn wrestles Kiam O’Hara during a dual against Cody last week. Dearcorn won the 145-pound match by a 16-1 tech fall in the second period. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel

owell High School’s wrestlers split a pair of duals in the final week of regular season competition.

Powell traveled to Cody on Tuesday, Feb. 7, where the Panthers bested the Broncs, 5323. On Friday, they hosted the Worland Warriors for their last home competition of the season, falling 46-30.

POWELL 53, CODY 23 The varsity match began with the 113-pound weight class, where Powell’s Michael Maddox started the Panthers off with six points with a pin in 35 seconds against Ethan Thomas.

The next match, 120 pounds, was also won by a pin by Stephan Preator in 2:45 over Ryan Christianson, which gave Powell a 12-0 lead.

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NWC WBB: Home Saturday Continued from Page 9 up points inside, but didn’t take away shooters,” said Beal. “We tried to take chances and we left shooters open and they converted on those.”

The Lady Generals made seven of the team’s nine 3-pointers in the second half.

Sheridan’s improved offense was reflected in the shooting percentages: in the second half, the Lady Generals shot 80 percent at the free throw line (up from 50 percent in the first), 69.2 percent at the 3-point line (up from 50 percent) and 47.4 percent from the field (up from 44.4).

The Lady Trappers’ shooting percentages stayed roughly the same between the halves, 88.9/91.8 percent at the free throw line, 29.4/26.7 percent at the arc and 34.2/35.8 percent from the field.

Even though the Lady Generals outshot the Lady Trappers, NWC out-rebounded Sheridan (45-21) and only had 18 turnovers for the game.

Petties had a double double,

with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Lessard also scored in double digits, with 11 points.

Coach Beal said that, offensively, it was the best game the Lady Trappers have played — especially in the first half.

“We moved the ball really well, but we didn’t get a lot of post touches,” she said, adding, “We moved the ball really well on the perimeter; we just didn’t shoot real well in the second half.”

The loss to Sheridan, puts the Lady Generals ahead of Northwest in the Region IX North standings.

On Wednesday, Northwest traveled to Miles Community College, which is seeded fourth, and on Saturday, the Lady Trappers will go head to head with No. 2-seeded Western Wyoming in a 2 p.m. home game.

After Saturday’s contest, the Lady Trappers have only two games remaining in the regular season — and each game counts toward seeding in the postseason.

Members of the Northwest College student body cheer for the Trappers as they take the lead at the beginning of the first overtime against Sheridan College. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel

NWC MBB: Defensive adjustments allow team to play to its strengths Continued from Page 9 flirted with a double-double for NWC, leading all scorers with 27 points and pulling down nine rebounds, all defensive.

Skyler Zabriskie had the hot hand from behind the arc, hitting 6-of-7 3-pointers to finish with 18 points. Levi Londole also netted 18 points for the Trappers, followed by Marshall McArthur with 12 points, to go along with three assists.

“The second half, I thought we really put it together at both ends,” Erickson said. “We held them to 23 points, and I thought we scored well, got good shots, played together. I thought we made a big step that second half, but couldn’t quite close it out.”

Jonathan Koud finished with nine points, while Damon Leach chipped in eight points to go along with seven boards. Blake Hinze led NWC with seven assists while scoring seven points.

The Generals finished with six players in double figures led

by Ricketts with 21.

The Trappers sank 13 3-pointers, and out-rebounded Sheridan 34-33. NWC shot 80 percent on free throws, 37 percent on 3-point shots and 51 percent from the field, compared to MCC’s 61 percent on free throws, 57 percent on 3-point shots and 53 percent from the field. The Trappers had 26 turn-

overs compared to 19 for the Generals.

“We still have some room for improvement, especially in late game situations,” Erickson said.

“But overall, we were pretty happy to get a win. It was a fun game to be a part of.”

NWC 86, LBHC 73 With hardly time to catch their breath, the Trappers were right back on the court Thursday, overcoming a sluggish start to hold off Little Big Horn College.

“We weren’t too excited with how we played at the beginning,” Erickson said. “I think some of it was fatigue. We came out thinking we could just show up, didn’t have to really compete. I think that game showed them right there, and it’s probably a good thing for us, that each night you have to show up, no matter who you’re playing.”

NWC rarely plays backto-back games and it showed early, with Little Big Horn using quickness and solid shooting against a fatigued Trappers squad. The Rams, who led by eight at one point, took a 33-31 lead at halftime. A halftime speech by Erickson proved to be unnecessary, however, as the players took it upon themselves to fire each other up.

“I was listening to them through the door in my office as

they were talking, and they were with 12 points, while Marshall making all the good points,” Er- McArthur just missed a doubleickson said. “I just went in and double, pulling down 11 boards pointed at all the captains and to go along with his nine points.

Sukhjot Bains and Seth asked, ‘What did you say?’ Each one of them spoke up, and I said Bennett chipped in six points ‘All right, why don’t we change apiece, with Bains adding 10 that then? You guys came up rebounds.

The Rams had three players with all the answers, why don’t we start doing those types of in double figures, led by Davean Yazzie with 21 things.’” points.

The Trappers The Trappers found their rhythm finished with 12 in the second half ‘We went to a 3-pointers, and outbehind solid of- half-court trap rebounded Little fensive efforts by Big Horn 52-30.

Koud and Carter and fell back NWC shot 71 perBaxter. Defensive into a zone, cent on free throws, adjustments altried to make 38 percent on lowed the team 3-point shots and to play to its them jumpstrengths. shooters. I think 37 percent from the field, compared to “Being fatigued, LBHC’s 73 percent we couldn’t stay in that’s how we on free throws, 26 front of them,” Er- got our lead.’ percent on 3-point ickson explained.

Brian Erickson shots and 42 per“They have a couHead coach cent from the field. ple of really quick The Trappers had guards, we had a 14 turnovers comhard time stopping their penetration. We went to pared to 10 for the Rams.

NWC traveled to Miles Coma half-court trap and fell back into a zone, tried to make them munity College Wednesday, jump-shooters. I think that’s and will host Western Wyoming Community College Saturday at how we got our lead.”

Koud led all scorers with 24 Cabre Gym. The Trappers will host their points, sinking 6-of-8 from behind the arc; Baxter followed final home game of the season with a double-double, netting Wednesday, Feb. 22, against 17 points and grabbing 11 re- Central Wyoming College. Tipbounds. Levi Londole finished off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

JV girls split two on road

BY BREANNE THIEL Tribune Sports Writer

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he Lady Panther junior varsity girls basketball team lost to Mountain View 43-37 on Friday, but turned around to beat Lyman 54-37 on Saturday.

MOUNTAIN VIEW 43, POWELL 37 Powell played well the first three quarters to build a 36-22 lead, but in the fourth quarter, Mountain View outscored Powell 21-1 to win the game.

“We really struggled with Mountain View’s pressure in the fourth period,” said JV coach Troy Hildebrand. “We just couldn’t get into anything effectively on offense and once the momentum swung their way, we just couldn’t get it back.”

Hildebrand added that the first three quarters had a lot of positives, so the loss was disappointing.

Rachel Bonander was lead scorer with 15 points in her two quarters of play and Aub-

POWELL 54, LYMAN 37 Powell High School’s girls picked up the win with one of their highest scoring games of the season.

“All of the girls were more aggressive in this one and we really executed our offense well,” Hildebrand said. “This was also our best showing against full court pressure which was great to see after Friday.”

Heny had her best outing of the year, scoring 15 points.

That included a trio of 3-pointers in the second half. Hildebrand said the showing should give Heny “some real confidence down the stretch.”

Bonander dominated the low post to score 13 points, Stenerson added 12 points and had a number of steals while McKenzie put up nine points, all in two quarters.

Lensegrav and AnaMia Davila each had two points and Alli Sommerville scored one.

“The girls did a nice job of breaking the press and getting a lot of easy chances and free throw opportunities,” said Hildebrand. “We really shared the ball well and everyone was finding the open girl for us.”

Powell travels to Lander on Friday to play at 4 p.m. and will host Riverton on Saturday at 2:30 p.m.

Hildebrand said both teams were good games for Powell the first time around.

“It is always important to see how you have improved when you face these teams for the second time,” Hildebrand added.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR * Before a listing denotes there is a fee for the event ** After a listing indicates a class, event or presentation through Powell Valley Community Education. For more information or to register, call PVCE at 754-6469, or visit https://register.asapconnected.com/Calendar3.aspx THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 n BABY & TODDLER TIME at 11 a.m. at the Powell Branch Library. n *STRANGER DANGER, taught by Chris Ivanoff, 4-5:30 p.m. at Artistic Motion Studios, 178 North St. Register to give your child skills to help keep them safe. Ages 5-10. A PVCE class.** n A BEGINNER’S ORCHESTRA, directed by Maurine Akin, will meet Thursday nights in the band room in the Nelson Performing Arts Building at NWC from 5-6 p.m. There is no charge at this time. n COLLEGE PLANNING, 6-9 p.m. in Room 61 of the NWC Fagerberg Building. Morgen Patrick and Lisa Harsh will provide helpful information for students and family members on the importance of deadlines, scholarship opportunities, financial aid information (including filling out the FAFSA, Federal Application for Student Aid) and how to choose a college that best suits the student’s interests and needs. Ages 16 and older. A free PVCE class.** n SHOSHONE BACK COUNTRY HORSEMEN monthly meeting at 6 p.m. at the Park County Weed and Pest building, 1067 Road 13. The public is invited. For more information, visit www.wyobch.org or call 754-8242. n THE NORTHWEST CIVIC ORCHESTRA rehearses every Thursday from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Nelson Performing Arts Center. For additional information, call Director Maurine Akin at 754-4857. Ages 18 and older. n AFRICAN AMERICANS AND THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM Today, 6:30 p.m. at the NWC Intercultural House, 565 College Drive. The public is invited to this lecture on African Americans and today’s criminal justice system. In his presentation, Dave Patterson, an instructor of criminal justice at Northwest College, will talk about truths, misconceptions and reform of the criminal justice system.

Shine a light in a dark world

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t the time of writing this, I had just have to do when I got home. Yet as I rolled gotten back from an ice fishing trip past Harvest Community, I noticed that to the Tongue River Resmy brother-in-law had already ervoir. While I was gone, my shoveled the sidewalks. I wife informed me that Powell thought, “I’ll have to thank him was having yet another great later; what a blessing.” And snow of about 5, maybe 6 inches. as I rolled into my driveway, I Knowing what that snow noticed that my wife had done would do to the mountain, I dethe same for the house. I walked cided to wrap my trip up early inside feeling mightily blessed, to cross when it was beginning knowing how much time and to let up as opposed to trying energy was saved for myself to cross it while it was blowing because of the work done by and drifting the next day. While others. crossing these beautiful crisp As I sat down to write this MATT TYGART and clean mountains, I noticed Perspectives column the next Perspectives how dry and clear the roads morning, I was reminded of were before me. It was still how good it feels to be blessed snowing, yet I was driving on almost dry by those that go before you. Yet on the flip roads because of the fine work of the road side, it got me thinking how much more crews. This got me thinking about how of a blessing it is when you are being the much of a blessing it is to have someone go blessing to others. I was reminded of Matbefore you to make clean paths. thew 5:16 where it says, “In the same way, But while I was on the mountain, my let your light shine before others, so that mind got back to thinking of the snow in they may see your good works and give Powell and the shoveling that I would glory to your father who is in Heaven.”

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 n *ANNUAL CHERRY PIE LUNCHEON from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Powell American Legion Hall. Proceeds go to Girls State and Veterans Affairs. Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary. For more information or take-out orders, call 754-3411. n FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Book Sale from 1-3 p.m. at Powell Library. n MAKE FABRIC BASKETS at 5:30 p.m. during the Cup and Craft Class at Heartworks, 107 N. Bent St. Anyone interested in the class should call Heartworks at 764-1888 for a list of supplies and the cost. n OPEN ACOUSTIC JAM Session from 6-9 p.m. every Friday evening at Gestalt Studios at the Polar Plant. For more information, call 764-2389.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 n *WEEKLY SKI RIDE SHUTTLE to Sleeping Giant Ski Area. The shuttle will leave from Mr. D’s parking lot at 7:30 a.m. and return at approximately 5:30 p.m. For more information, call Powell Rec at 754-5711. n TOWN HALL MEETING with Rep. David Northrup and Rep. Dan Laursen at 10 a.m. at the Powell Branch Library Club Room. They also will speak at the Irma Hotel Governor’s Room at 1:30 p.m. n *BABYSITTING SIMPLIFIED, by Talyn Legler, 10 a.m. to noon, Room 71 in the Fagerberg Building at Northwest College. Make your babysitting experience easier with knowledge, equipment, and training. Bring a notebook, pens, pencils and a backpack. Ages 12-15. A PVCE class** n *VALUING YOUR ANTIQUES — Roadshow Style, 1-4 p.m. in Room 70 of the Fagerberg Building. Robyn Cutter will help you determine the appropriate value of your antiques and where to sell them. Ages 18 and older. A PVCE class. ** n *DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE at the Park County Fairgrounds. Pre-K dance runs from 2-4 p.m. for daughters 5 and younger, followed by the Main Event Dance at 5 p.m. for daughters of any age. Sponsored by Our Kids. Tickets are available in advance by texting or calling 307-272-0478 or online at http://eventbrite.com, or at the door. n *PANCAKE DINNER, served by the Powell Police Department, from 5-8 p.m. at The Commons. All proceeds to benefit Special Olympics.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 n POWELL BRANCH LIBRARY closed in honor of Presidents’ Day. n NO SCHOOL for students in Park County School District No. 1 n MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE auditions for “Peter and Wendy” from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the PHS Auditorium. The play will be presented on Saturday, Feb. 25. For information, call Meredith Baxter 254-2115. n THE EVOLUTION OF THE 12-BAR BLUES, a musical program at 7 p.m. in the NWC Intercultural House, 565 College Drive. Rob Rumbolz, associate professor of music, and Jeff Troxel, instructor of music, will explain and show the progression of the 12-Bar Blues and how it relates to modern-day music.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 n STORY TIME at 10:30 a.m. at the Powell Branch Library. Also on Wednesday morning. n HEART HEALTHY EXERCISE: Join physical therapist assistant Sarah Arthur as she presents important exercise topics at noon in the Care Center Recreation Room. Free lunch will be provided. Register at www.pvhc. org or call 754-1104. n *ARCHIVING YOUR FAMILY MEMORIES, 2-4 p.m. in Room 71 of the NWC Fagerberg Building. Organize and secure irreplaceable photographic mementos. Robyn Cutter and Morgan Sanchez will show participants how to digitize and consolidate photos, slides, negatives, and documents. This class continues from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 11. Ages 18 and older. A PVCE class. ** n NO-BAKE COOKIES and hot cocoa at 3:30 p.m. for youth in grades six through 12 at the Powell Branch Library. n *NORTHWEST WYOMING FILM SERIES will show “Moonlight” at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Big Horn Cinemas in Cody. n *SOAP MAKING by Eva Linton, 5-6:30 p.m. at the Powell MakerSpace, 328 E. Third St. Learn the basic techniques of making scented soap that can include special ingredients. Wear a long sleeve shirt and bring a mold for your soap (a box or cup will work fine). Ages 12 and older; under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. A PVCE class. ** n POLECAT RAMBLERS CAMPING CLUB monthly potluck at 5:30 p.m. with meeting to follow at the Park County Weed and Pest District building, 1067 Road 13 at the intersection with U.S. Highway 14-A. The public is welcome to attend. n MAKER-MANIA: Laser Safety, a free trainer class, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Powell MakerSpace. Learn what what you can do with a laser, and what you can’t. Find out how to properly and safely run the machine.

This class is 90 minutes long, with an opportunity to take the laser safety test at the conclusion of the class. Ages 16 and older. A PVCE class** n POWELL CITY COUNCIL meets at 6 p.m. at City Hall. n *BASIC DRAWING, taught by Jim Howard, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 65 of the NWC Fagerberg Building. Put your creative musings onto paper and learn how to be a better artist. Visit http://tinyurl.com/h7xu2s3 for a list of supplies to bring. This class continues on Tuesdays through March 28.

Ages 18 and older. A PVCE class.** WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 n POWELL ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP and Powell Valley Chamber of Commerce will host community survey and listening sessions from 7:308:30 a.m. at The Commons in downtown Powell. A second session takes place from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday evening, also at The Commons. n BROWN BAG LUNCH seminar: “Red Wiggly Vermiculture for Soil Health” from noon to 12:50 p.m. For more information, call 754-8836 or email jvardima@uwyo.edu. n THE POWELL ROTARY CLUB meets at noon on Wednesdays at the Nelson Foundation House, 550 College Drive in Powell. n BINGO at 12:30 p.m. at the Powell Senior Citizens Center. n THE LIFE AND TIMES OF HARRIET TUBMAN, 4-5 p.m. in the NWC Intercultural House, 565 College Drive. This free presentation by Amy McKinney, assistant professor of history, honors the life of Tubman and her accomplishments as a civil rights activist. n *BASIC YOGA, taught by Porter Koury from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the NWC Cabre Multipurpose Room. Bring a bottle of water and a yoga mat. Classes through March 8. Ages 16 and older. A PVCE class** n MAKER-MANIA: 3D Printer Safety, a free trainer class, from 6-8 p.m. at the Powell MakerSpace. Learn what a 3D printer is, how it works, the pinch points and hot spots, types of 3D printers and how to load the filament. See a variety of items made with the 3D printer, and at the conclusion of the class you can choose to take a safety test for using the 3D printer at the MakerSpace. Ages 12 and older. A PVCE class** n *SMART PHONES AND TABLETS 101, taught by Allen Jones, 6-8 p.m. in Room 70 in the NWC Fagerberg Building. The staff from Wyoming Wireless will show you how to install applications from the app store, take photos, set up email, manage contacts, use the web browser, change ringtones, manage text messages and much more. This class teaches about Android, iPad and iPhone operating systems. Ages 12 and up with a registered adult. A PVCE class.** n *KNIFE SHARPENING, by Darrell Whitman, 7-8 p.m. in Room 61 of the NWC Fagerberg Building. Learn to sharpening knives in this class.

Bring a knife that needs to be sharpened, a knife sharpener and learn the basics. Ages 12 and older. A PVCE class.** n *CAGED BEAD EARRINGS, by Janet Cozzens, 7-9 p.m. in Room 65 of the NWC Fagerberg Building. Create a lovely pair of wire wrapped caged bead earrings to keep for yourself, or give to a friend. Wire, beads and ear wires will be supplied. Ages 16 and older. A PVCE class.**

Cornerstone Community Church

754-8005, Affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of America. Sunday, 10 a.m., 507 N. Clark St. Nursery and children church provided.

Faith Community Church

“Love God – Love Others” 307-2717835, revkev@bresnan.net, 1267 Road 18 (Hwy 294), Powell. Church located 3 miles SW of Ralston, ½ mile N off 14A. Pastor Kevin Piscator - Bible Study 9:30 am, Sunday Worship 10:45 am.

Assembly of God

Lovell, 310 Idaho; Rev. Daniel R. Jarvis; 9:45 am Sunday school 11:00 am & 6:30 pm Sun., Wed., 10 am & 7 pm Bible Study.

First Baptist Church

11 Road 8WC, Clark, Wyo.; 645-3137; 9:45 am Bible study; 11 am Worship.

550 Kattenhorn Dr., 754-3639 David Pool, Lead Pastor; Andrew Severinsen, Student Pastor. Sundays: 9-10am - Sunday School for all ages,10-10:25am - Coffee Connection Fellowship in the Library, 10:30am - Worship Service.Wednesdays: 6-7:25pm AWANA, 7-8:30pm Student Ministries Wednesday Nights. Go to www.powellfbc.org for information on men’s and ladies’ Bible studies, prayer groups and more or find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/FirstBaptistPowell.

Charity Baptist Church

First Southern Baptist Church

Baha’i’ Faith

For information write to: National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of the United States, 536 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091.

Bennett Creek Baptist Church

Pastor Kevin Schmidt, 754-8095, http:// kcschmidt.wix.com/charitybaptistchurch meeting at 176 N. Day St. Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school, 10 a.m. morning service, 6 p.m. evening service. Wed.: Prayer meeting Bible study 7 p.m.

Access live streaming Sunday services through the web page.

Church of Christ

7/10th mile east on Hwy. 14A, 754-7250; Sunday: 9:30 am Bible study; 10:30 am Communion; Small Group Sunday Evening; Wed.: 6 pm Bible classes; If we can help, call 254-2215.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Corner of Gilbert & Madison. 754-3990, Don Rushing, Pastor. Sunday school 9:45 am; Morning Worship 10:45 am; Sunday Prayer meeting 5pm & Evening worship 5:30pm. CAs Tuesdays 3:30 –5pm. “Route 66” Children’s Ministry, Sundays 4-5:06 p.m

First United Methodist Church

We love our neighbor at 2nd & Bernard Sts. 754-3160, Jim Barth, pastor. www.powellfumc. com; Sunday worship: Liturgical service 8am, blended worship 9:30am, small group studies 11am. Coffee before and after morning service.

All are welcome, all means all.

Garland Community Church of God

Powell 1st Ward: 1026 Ave E

Andy Jacobsen, Bishop. Home phone 754-2724, Study 754-2055; Sacrament 11 am; Primary & Sunday School 12:20 pm; PH RS YW PRI 1:10 am.

Powell 2nd Ward: 525 W. 7th Street

Scott Shoopman, Bishop; 250-5902 (h) 754-3547 Study; Sacrament 9 am Sunday School 10:20 am, PH RS YW PRI 11:10 am.

Powell 3rd Ward: 1026 Ave E

Cordell Anderson, Bishop; 754-7299 (h) Study 754-8002; Sacrament 9 am, Primary & Sunday School 10:20 pm PH RS YW PRI 11:10 pm.

Powell 4th Ward: 525 W. 7th Street Bishop Greg Spomer 754-2412 (h) 272-1038 (w) Sacrament 1 p.m.; Primary and Sunday School 2:20 p.m.; PH RS YW PRI 3:10 p.m.

Heart Mountain Young Single Adults Ward (ages 18-30) 525 W. 7th Street Kent Kienlen, Bishop;

754-3201 (h); Study 754-5631; Sacrament 11 am; Sunday School 12:20 pm; PH RS 1:10 pm.

Garland, Shane Legler, pastor, 754-3775; 9:30 am Sun. School; 10:30 am Worship service; 7 pm Wed. Bible study & prayer. Located in the historic Garland schoolhouse. Everyone welcome.

Glad Tidings Assembly of God

Gilbert & 7th St. East, 754-2333, Mike Walsh,Pastor; Sunday School 9 am, Worship 10:30 am, (nursery provided), Wed., 7 pm, Unashamed Jr & Sr high youth meet.

Harvest Community Church of the Nazarene Pastort: Matt Tygart,

364 W. Park St. (behind Blair’s); 754-4842. www.harvestcomchurch.net Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 am; Fellowship 10:30 am; Church service 11 am; Like us on Facebook: Harvest Community Church (HCC).

Heart Mtn Baptist Church

307-254-5040, call for location. Miles McNair, paster Independent, KJV, Baptist Church. Sunday school 10 am, Main worship 11 am & 6 pm. Wed. preaching & prayer, 7 pm. Nursery available. heartmountainbaptist.com.

Now I know it’s the job of the road crew on the mountain to clear the road for my safe passage, but still, thanks to all those who keep our roads clear and safe. My brother-in-law didn’t seek my thanks, my wife didn’t shovel for applause. These are examples of blessings that are done simply because they’re things that have to be done. They only know it blessed me because I was able to thank them later.

This then becomes the point of this column — be reminded to be grateful to those who may shine a light on you in your daily lives. But also make sure your light is shining on others. You don’t have to be a believer for this message to ring true. Shining a light is being love to another who doesn’t expect thanksgiving in return. But if you are a believer, the message needs to be spoken again every once in a while. It’s a dark world — even more literally in winter.

Show your light through the good you do, that others may see the goodness of God. (Matt Tygart is pastor at Harvest Community Church of the Nazarene.)

Hope Lutheran (ELCA)

754-4040, corner of Cary St. & Ave. H, Pastor Tonya Eza, www.hopelutheranpowell.org, 9:30 am Sunday worship, Sunday school & fellowship following. 3rd Monday Women’s Faith Bible Study, 7:30 p.m., 3rd Tuesday Women’s Grace Bible Study, 1:30 pm.

Immanuel Lutheran Church

(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.) 754-3168, Rev. Lee Wisroth, Pastor, 675 Ave. D. Sunday Worship 9 am, Adult Bible Class & Sunday School 10:15. am, Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday.

Jehovah’s Witnesses

Cody- 2702 Cougar Ave. - Sunday, 9:30 am public meeting; 10:05 am Watchtower study; Thurs., 7:30 pm, congregation Bible study, 8 pm, ministry school, 8:30 pm, service meeting.

Living Hope Community Church

305 S. Evarts St., Pastor Susan Legler, 754-7917, Sunday school 9 am,Sunday worship 10 am, Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 pm. Nursery provided.

New Life Church

185 S. Tower Blvd.; Tim Morrow, Pastor, 7540424; Sunday worship 10:30 am. Kid’s Church & nursery available. Wed. youth group 7 pm.

St. Barbara’s Catholic Church

Fr. Phillip Wagner, 754-2480, 3rd & N. Absaroka; Sat. Evening Mass 5:45 pm, Sun. Mass 9 am, noon Latin Mass & 5 pm Mass on Sun., Daily MassTues. Noon, Wed. 5:30 pm, Thur.& Fri. 7:30 am.

Reconciliation 9am & 4pm on Saturdays.

St. John’s Episcopal Church

Megan Nickles, priest: 754-4218, Ave. E & Mountain View. Morning services 10:30am.

Godly Play - Sunday school for children, ages 2-12, 10:30-11:30am. Visitors welcome.

Seventh-day Adventist

1350 N.Gilbert; 754-2129 Saturday. Everyone welcome. Worship Service 9:30 a.m., Saturday, Sabbath School 11 a.m.

Trinity Bible Church

Don Thomas, pastor, 535 S. Evarts, 754-2660 www.tbcwyoming.com, reformedtbc@yahoo.com, 9 a.m. Sunday School classes for all ages; 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Service; 5:30 p.m. Evening Worship Service. Contact the church for midweek home Bible studies. Free Grace Radio 88.1 F.M.

United Pentecostal Church

John Sides, Pastor, 899-4120, 754-1693. Meeting at the intersection of the Powell Hwy & Nez Perce Dr.- 7 miles from Cody. Sunday Worship 10 am, Wed. services 7:30 pm.

Union Presbyterian Church

(PCUSA). Third & Bent, 754-2491. Rev. Jeff Baxter, pastor. Sundays: 9 am Sunday School/all ages; 10:30 am Worship; 11:30 am Coffee Hour; Holy Communion 1st Sunday of each month. Wednesdays: 6:00 pm Women’s Bible Study. Scouting: Boy Scouts Monday @ 4, Tuesday @ 6 & Thursday @ 3.

Transportation available; everyone welcome. unionpresbyterian.org; unionpc@tctwest.net.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017

POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

TOP SEVEN RANKED WRESTLERS IN THE STATE FROM THE 3A WEST 106

Tristian Hicks

Star Valley

No. 1

106

Trey Waldron

Star Valley

No. 2

106

Brady Carey

Lander

No. 6

113

Spencer Angell

Star Valley

No. 1

113

Ridge Briggs

Riverton

No. 3

113

Michael Maddox

Powell

No. 4

113

Steven Metz

Pinedale

No. 7

120

Nathan Redman

Lander

No. 2

120

Justyn Corbett

Riverton

No. 3

120

Caiden Lawrence

Mtn. View

No. 4

120

Hagen Lamoreioux

Lyman

No. 5

120

Grayson Hicks

Star Valley

No. 6

120

Stephan Preator

Powell

No. 7

126

Gavin Patterson

Star Valley

No. 1

126

Nathaniel Gifford

Cody

No. 5

126

Nathaniel Hirschi

Star Valley

No 6

126

Jayden Ladd

Riverton

No. 7

132

Reese Karst

Powell

No. 2

132

Tyson Hoopes

Star Valley

No. 4

132

Jonathan Sanchez

Cody

No. 5

132

Kylar Hamilton

Mtn. View

No. 6

138

Palmer Schafer

Lander

No. 1

138

Bradon Claye

Star Valley

No. 2

138

David Plummer

Cody

No. 5

138

Peyton Rees

Riverton

No. 7

145

Trevor Clark

Star Valley

No. 2

145

William Atnip

Lander

No. 3

145

Josh Jones

Cody

No. 6

152

Daniel Beaudrie

Cody

No. 1

152

Carter Hill

Star Valley

No. 3

152

Shattuck Swenson

Powell

No. 7

160

Koa Rodriguez

Riverton

No. 1

160

Bridger Vandeburg

Star Valley

No. 2 No. 3

160

Dino Baldes

Riverton

160

Michael Bluemel

Lyman

No. 5

170

Ty Dearcorn

Powell

No. 1

170

Dylan Brog

Star Valley

No. 3

170

Matt Hunting

Star Valley

No. 5

170

Brody Dempster

Lander

No. 6

182

Hayden Wempen

Riverton

No. 1

182

Eli Briggs

Powell

No. 2

182

Spencer Criddle

Pinedale

No. 5

182

Jason Walker

Star Valley

No. 6

182

Luke Anderson

Star Valley

No. 7

195

Dryden Menck

Lyman

No. 1

195

Zach Easum

Powell

Kylan Townsend

Star Valley

No. 5

195

Chris McIntosh

Riverton

No. 6

Sergio Saenz

Powell High School senior Shattuck Swenson wrestles Josh Jones during a dual in Cody on Tuesday, Feb. 7. Swenson is currently ranked No. 7 in the state at 152 pounds. Tribune photo by Breanne Thiel

PHS WR: Top eight in each weight class at regionals advance to state Continued from Page 9 In the 126-pound match, Cody put its first points onto the scoreboard with CHS senior Nathan Gifford pinning PHS freshman Ethan Asher in 1:47.

Reese Karst, at 132 pounds, won by pin in 2:52 over Jon Sanchez; Cody senior David Plummer then took a 11-3 major decision over freshman Brody Karhu in the 138-pound match.

Freshman Bo Dearcorn boosted the Panthers’ advantage to 23-10 by winning by tech fall 16-1 over junior Liam O’Hara in the second period.

But Cody would take the next two matches to narrow the gap to 23-19.

In the 152-pound match, Josh Jones won a 7-0 decision over Powell’s Shattuck Swenson and in the 160-pound match, Orin Oiler pinned PHS’ Cameron Schmidt in 1:21.

Panther Ty Dearcorn broke Cody’s streak with a pin of Owen Oiler in 1:07 and Powell picked up 12 more points when Cody had no one to face Eli Briggs at 182 pounds and Cameron Lamb at 195 pounds.

PHS’ Zach Easum then defeated Eric Flores in the 220-pound match by fall in 2:22.

Pinedale

220

Josh Dawson

Star Valley

No. 1

Eric Flores

Cody

No. 3

220

Zach McIntosh

Riverton

No. 5

220

Copper Martin

Mtn. View

No. 6

220

Logan Lamb

Powell

No. 7

285

McCabe Smith

Star Valley

No. 3

285

Terrance McLaughlin

Powell

No. 6

285

Wyatt Wichelhaus

Riverton

No. 7

WORLAND 46, POWELL 30 After recognizing PHS’ five seniors — Easum, Ty Dearcorn, Briggs, Swenson and Logan Lamb — Friday’s wrestling dual began at the 145-pound weight class.

Bo Dearcorn started Powell off with a win by a 11-4 decision over Milo Vega.

Swenson added another win for Powell in the 152-pound match with a pin in 1:45 to make it 9-0 Powell.

In the 160-pound match, Worland’s Peyton Woffinden won by pin over Cameron Schmidt in 3:47.

But Ty Dearcorn extended the Panthers’ lead to 15-6 with a 1:33 pin over JR Hoffman.

The lead was short lived, though, as Worland went on a pin streak to win the next six matches and go up 42-15.

Briggs was pinned in 1:40, Logan Lamb in 3:45 in the 220-pound match, McLaughlin in 1:27, Cordes in 1:22 and

Maddox at in 2:34. Worland also picked up an open match in the 195-pound weight class, Worland’s six-pin streak ended when Preator won by an 8-3 decision in the 120-pound match, giving Powell three points.

Asher lost the next match by a 12-4 major decision. That would be Worland’s last win of the night, but the visitor’s 46-18 lead was too great for a Powell comeback.

Powell won the last two matches by pin: Karst had the fastest pin of the night, besting Worland’s Hayden Johnston in 18 seconds. At 138 pounds, Karhu pinned Hunter Elliott in 46 seconds.

The postseason begins Friday, with the first day of the 3A West Regional Tournament in Cody. Powell, Cody, Lander, Lyman, Mountain View, Pinedale, Riverton and Star Valley will all compete.

The regional tournament will start at 4 p.m. on Friday and will resume Saturday morning at 9 a.m.

The top four finishers in each weight class earn a seed for the state tournament, while the top eight advance to the Feb. 24-25 state tournanment in Casper.

CUB WRESTLING Individual records

Colorado State holds off Wyoming, 78-73 LARAMIE (AP) — Gian Clavell scored 20 points, Emmanuel Omogbo scored 19 and grabbed 16 rebounds for his 15th double-double this season as Colorado State held off a late surge to defeat Wyoming 78-73 on Tuesday night.

Prentiss Nixon scored seven of his 16 points in the final 34 seconds, burying a 3-pointer and making four straight free throws as Colorado State (18-9, 10-4 Mountain West Conference) won its fourth in a row and broke a string of

No.7

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Terrance McLaughlin continued Powell’s pin streak by getting Jackson Morris in 1:49 in the 285-pound match.

Finally, at 106 pounds, CHS’ Michael Caudle defeated Zane Cordes by a 12-3 major decision.

Powell Middle School’s wrestlers saw success while hosting the Big Horn Basin Conference Tournament last weekend. The “A” team finished second with 166 points, behind Worland’s 199 points. Riverton took third with 134.5 points, Rocky Mountain was fourth with 109.5 and Cody came in fifth with 100 points. Next were Thermopolis (65.5 points), Lander (64), Greybull-Cloud Peak (32.5) and Lovell (16).

The Powell “B” team, meanwhile, finished fifth among the same nine teams.

On the “A” team, five Cubs earned first place finishes: Emma Karhu at 91 pounds, Adrian Geller at 115 pounds, Josh Hine at 126 pounds, Seth Horton at 132 pounds and Sheldon Shoopman at 165 pounds.

Second place finishes came from CJ Brown at 175 pounds and heavyweight Issac Gutierrez, while Riley Bennett at 98 pounds, Elias Angulo at 110 pounds and Andy Beavers at 175 pounds each took third.

Keefer Thomas at 105 pounds and Toran Graham at 145 pounds each took fourth place.

For the “B” team, Jason Meschke placed second at 220 pounds, Mark Pappenfort finished third at 110 pounds and Logan Brown finished fourth at 120 pounds.

UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING BASKETBALL

No. 2

195

195

CUB WRESTLERS STRONG AT HOME

five straight Wyoming wins in the crossborder rivalry series.

Clavell blocked two shots — one stopping the Cowboys from making it a twopoint game in the final seconds.

After trailing by as many as 10 through the second half, Wyoming came within 70-69 with 1:03 remaining, and made it 73-71 on a Justin James bucket.

Louis Adams hit two free throws to make it 75-73, but Clavell blocked a James jumper and Omogbo grabbed the board.

James led Wyoming (16-11, 6-8) with 23 points and Alan Herndon added 15 with 12 rebounds.

UW head coach Allen Edwards said his team did a better job carrying out its game plan in the second half after not having enough energy in the first half.

“We have to go out and play hard from the start of the game, and if we do that we’ll be fine,” Edwards said.

The Cowboys return to action Saturday, heading to Boise State for a 4 p.m. start.

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Emma Karhu

98

Riley Bennett

3-1-0

105

Keefer Thomas

2-2-1

110

Elias Angulo

1-0-1

110

Mark Pappenfort

2-1-1

115

Adrian Geller

3-0-0

120

Yogi Sullivan

1-2-0

120

Logan Brown

0-2-2

126

Josh Hine

2-0-0

132

Seth Horton

2-0-1

145

Toran Graham

1-2-1

165

Sheldon Shoopman

2-0-0

175

CJ Brown

1-0-1

175

Andy Beaver

1-0-1

220

Karson Lamb

0-2-1

220

Jason Meschke

0-1-1

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which is good news for loca farmers, thou gh it is a bit risk l for potential y any Big Hor eros n ground is so dry. ion since the farmers are abou Basin “I am hoping weeks ahead of t three the wind stop schedule thanks to mild blow s ing,” said Ric Rodrigu tions. The grou weather condiez, a Powell farmer nd and vice-chairthan usual, allow thawed earlier man of the Wes ing farmers to tern Sugar Coo prepare their perative Board fields earlier of Directors. for has been planting.

“It just terr Most barley it is windy — Winibly windy, but farmers are aldy Wyoming is ready done with wha t they call it.” planting across the Basin Plenty of wind and and not a lot the region’s suga r of rain are abou beet farmers t are normal for ‘It is not unusua looking ahead the as l area, but thin they’re next gs to have a spring in are a bit drie line to plant. r Paul Faxon than usual. prepares his field like this — “This but it on Road 12 on getting their field open March 17. Mild “It is not uns ready for plan spring has is awful dry. I winter weather ting. Tribune photo alusual to have has allowed man am

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Ridging and plow warm and long “That is the thin said. per- any Big ther Service cent on March doubts sum mer,” in Riverton.

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Protesters gather on the campus of the University of Wyoming in Laramie in opposition of the dismissal of 14 African-American athletes from the Cowboys football team. The players would become known as the ‘Black 14.’

‘The Black 14’ Photos courtesy of American Heritage Center, Irene Kettunen Schubert Black 14 Collection

Local businessman recalls ‘painful’ event

CBS SPORTS DOCUMENTARY REVISITS CONTROVERSIAL ERA OF WYOMING FOOTBALL “The Black 14 event is still a painful memory for me,” Blevins told the Tribune Wednesday. “Since I was a t was shaping up to be a fall to 20-year-old kid, and still to this day, remember on the campus of the I have advocated for equality in the University of Wyoming in October Equality State. I was glad to be a part 1969, and student Dave Blevins was all of this documentary, but it was difficult to discuss.” smiles.

The University of Wyoming renewed After all, the Cowboys football team had won three consecutive Western its rivalry with BYU in the 2016 PoinAthletic Conference championships settia Bowl (BYU held off a late UW under head coach Lloyd Eaton and, af- rally to win 24-21), and revived interest ter jumping out to a 4-0 start, the team in the Black 14. The story still resowas ranked 12th in the nation. Long- nates; aside from the CBS documentatime rival Brigham Young University ry, several books have been written on the subject, with at least one was next on the schedule, more in development. and as sports editor of the “What took place surBranding Iron, UW’s student rounding the Black 14 apnewspaper, Blevins had a pealed to people’s emotion front row seat to what was and not to reason,” Blevins quickly becoming a memosaid. “Initially, people just rable season. could not move on when we And a memorable season needed to.” it was. For all the wrong America was a divided reasons. nation in 1969, with the After learning that the Civil Rights Movement and Church of Jesus Christ of the Vietnam War at the Latter-day Saints prohibDAVE BLEVINS forefront. Bobby Kennedy ited African-Americans from serving as priests, 14 members of the and Martin Luther King, Jr. had been Cowboys football team decided to wear assassinated just a year earlier; the black arm bands during the BYU game country was a raw nerve, especially on as a silent protest. When coach Eaton college campuses.

After the players’ dismissal, the story caught wind of the plan, he promptly dismissed the 14 players, all African- quickly became national news, with Americans, from the team. The rami- support heavily slanted toward Eaton fications of that decision would be felt at the beginning. Media outlets such across the state and the nation for years as the Branding Iron and Denver Post supported the players, however, and to come.

The story of the 1969 team, its place called on UW’s administration to honor in the history of the Civil Rights Move- their scholarships.

“Coach Lloyd Eaton had offered an ment and its effect on the UW football program in the years that followed is education through football. A means the focus of a new documentary, “The of obtaining a college degree through a Black 14: Wyoming Football 1969,” air- job that combined athletic abilities with ing on the CBS Sports Network. A film studying,” Blevins wrote in a column crew came to Powell in December to in November 1969. “... If the 14 players interview Blevins for the documentary, decide that they cannot return to the which airs Sunday and Monday at 7 Cowboy camp, it becomes the responp.m. as part of its Black History Month sibility of all the students and citizens programming. An encore showing is of Wyoming to ensure that no man is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 27 at 5 p.m. deprived of an education at Wyoming

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because of the ideal he holds.”

To prepare for the documentary, Blevins contacted old classmate Kevin McKinney — who’s now the assistant athletic director at UW — to help fill in the blanks with facts and details from the event; Blevins provided insight into the emotions of being a student on campus during this period.

“My initial thought at the time was the actions taken by the coach and the university was unfair,” Blevins said.

“No one listened to the players. How easy it was to give in to anger. I was taught that in Wyoming we deal in fair-

ness and a handshake; we tend to rely on common sense. That didn’t happen in this case. No one stepped up, there was no leadership.”

Blevins has seen the finished product, and said he’s pleased with the results, though some of it was difficult to watch.

“Watching the players’ interviews, a few of them were quite emotional about it,” he said. “I don’t blame them. It was a defining moment for them. There was some emotion, some tears. Of course, what we hope is that we’ve moved on beyond that now.”

Blevins hopes that viewers unfamiliar with the story of the Black 14 come away from the documentary with an understanding that the event was a period of growth for the state of Wyoming.

“I hope people can gain a sense of that we can move forward, we can grow from difficult experiences,” Blevins said. “It was terribly difficult for Wyoming. The state is heavily invested in the university — we feel a sense of ownership. Generations have graduated from UW, and we are proud to send our children there for an excellent education.”

‘I hope people can gain a sense of that we can move forward, we can grow from difficult experiences.’ — Dave Blevins

At left, 10 members of the Black 14 are pictured at the University of Wyoming in the fall of 1969. Above, a police officer, left, oversees a protest on the campus of the University of Wyoming in Laramie, opposing the dismissal of the ‘Black 14,’ a group of student-athletes kicked off the Cowboys football team for planning a silent protest.

Photo courtesy of American Heritage Center, Irene Kettunen Schubert Black 14 Collection Photo courtesy University of Wyoming

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Missoula Children’s Theatre audition Monday afternoon Local kids are invited to the band of Neverlanders and audition for the Missoula Neverland Creatures, and, Children’s Theatre (MCT) pro- carrying them to Neverland, a duction of “Peter and Wendy” group of stormy clouds.

Assistant directors also will on Monday. Auditions will be from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the Pow- be cast to aid in rehearsals ell High School Auditorium. throughout the week and to take on essenThose auditiontial backstage ing should arAUDITIONS: responsibilities. rive at 3:30 p.m.

The Missoula and plan to stay Children’s Thefor the full two hours.

Some atre touring 3:30-5:30PM cast members productions are will be asked to complete with stay for a rehearsal immedi- costumes, scenery, props and ately following the audition. makeup. Missoula Children’s Students from kindergar- Theatre actor/directors will ten through 12th grade are conduct rehearsals throughout encouraged to audition. No next week from 3:30-8 p.m. advance preparation is neces- each day. sary.

“Peter and Wendy” will be Among the roles to be cast presented on Saturday, Feb. are: Peter, his Shadow, Tinker 25, at 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at Bell, the Lost Boys, Wendy the PHS Auditorium. Ticket and her brothers John and prices are $5/individual or Michael. Other roles include $18/family. The Missoula Chilthe kids’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. dren’s Theatre residency is Darling, their faithful friends brought to Powell by The Park Nana and Liza, Captain Hook County Arts Council. and his pirate crew — along For more information, call with the Crocodile, Tiger Lily, Meredith Baxter at 254-2115.

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Nine-year-olds Caitlin Belmont (left) and Brenna Henderson watch as ducks float down the river at the Powell Aquatic Center last week. The duck race was a fundraiser for the Powell High School Robotics Club. Local businesses donated gift certificates and other items as prizes. Katie Griffin’s duck finished in first place, and she won a prize valued at $300. Second place went to Mike Ursuy (prize valued at $150) and third place was awarded to Leslie McPherson. The other winners — Lenita Moore, James Sheets and Tony Belmont — each won a pizza from Pizza Hut. The event raised $900, which will go toward the costs of overnight travel and expenses for robotics students. ‘We’re so appreciative of all the local businesses that support our kids,’ said Allen Griffin, robotics coach. Tribune photo by Tessa Baker

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Only available at Midway Auto Sales. Stop getting denied for a loan. 307548-7571. __________ (3/10tfnL) CANYON SERVICES, HOME Improvement service and repair, heating, A/C, plumbing. No job too big, no job too small. Jeff Young, 35+ years experience. 307-250-7649. __________ (3/10tfnL) SERVICEMAN FROM BROWN’S Western Appliance will be in Basin-Greybull once a week to service your appliances. Lawn and garden equipment repair.

Will pick up, repair and return. Call or write 711 Railway Avenue., Worland 82401. 1-800-5703281. __________(1/6/12tfB) HOUSE CLEANING AVAILABLE anytime.

Will compromise price.

Excellent references.

307-213-0467. ________ (2/9-2/16pB)

TAX PREPARATION. I can come to you. PTIN registered, e-file. 307431-0016. ________ (2/9-3/30cB) BUYING IRON. PAYING top dollar for iron brought to the yard. Paying cash for junk vehicles with clear titles, will pick up.

Buying classic cars with clear titles. Pete Smet Recycling. 307-3472528. __ (5/12/16-5/11/17cB) A LTER ATION S A N D MORE, plus ironing. Pick up and delivery available for small charge. All sewing services offered.

Just ask. 307-765-2535. ___________ (2/11tfB) NEED YOUR ROOF repaired or replaced?

Stellar Roofing is licensed & insured. Free Estimates! You have options, so be sure to get a second bid. Call Neal @ 307-4318685. ___________ (6/12tfB) A SUCCESSFUL DIET PROGRAM that helps keep weight off for life.

Individual Appointments only. Call (307) 254-0037.

Office in Cody is at 1725 Sheridan Ave. Office 142 and Powell Office is at 903 RD 11. www.health4life.center _________ (13-16PT) TOP QUALITY TILE WORK and carpentry.

Bathroom and kitchen tile, door and window trim, custom work. See “Ati Bekes Designs” on Facebook for pictures.

307-272-6459. __________ (07-17PT) ELDER CARE - 10 YEARS experience.

Great references. All care, cleaning, cooking, etc. Powell area. 307271-1875. __________ (05-14PT) NEED GUTTERS? CALL SIMMONS Ironworks, 754-8259 or 899-8259.

5 or 6” seamless gutters. __________ (03TFCT) AFFORDABLE PORTRAITS! Call C.Wensky Photography. Affordable prices, experienced results. 202-0858. __________ (29TFET)

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Notices

Big Horn County School Dist. Number One Box 688, Cowley, Wyoming

Big Horn County School District #1 currently has the following surplus property for bid: Bus #1 2004 Bluebird International Type-C School Bus 87,470 miles

Bus #2 2004 Bluebird International Type-C School Bus 141,450 miles

For questions concerning the vehicles contact: Jeff Samson/Transportation Director Chris Clark/Mechanic P.O. Box 688 Cowley, WY 82420 307-548-1627

Sealed bids must be received in the District Office no later than 10 am February 21, 2017.

Shon Hocker, Superintendent Big Horn County School District #1 P.O. Box 688 / 99 South Division Street Cowley, WY 82420

/s/ Joan Zier, Clerk (2/9-16cL)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Big Horn County School Dist. Number One Box 688, Cowley, Wyoming

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID PROPOSAL

PROJECT: Multiple Building Management System(s) Upgrade & Replacement OWNER: Big Horn County School District No. 1 99 South Division Cowley, Wyoming 82420 BID DATE: 03/07/2017 BID TIME: 10:00 am MST Big Horn County School District No. 1 in Cowley, Wyo., is seeking a qualified designer/vendor team to provide complete design, installation and associated construction services for replacement and upgrade of the District’s Building Management Systems and Burlington Elementary Boiler Plant Replacement.

A complete Request for Proposals package may be obtained at bighorn1.com or by contacting Michael Simmons at Big Horn County School District No. 1 District Administration Building, 99 South Division, Cowley, WY 82420 and weekdays, except holidays, from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm or by calling the District Administration Office at 307- 548-2254.

A mandatory pre-proposal conference and site inspection will be held at 9:30 am MST on February 28, 2017, at the District Administration Office in Cowley, Wyo. Big Horn County School District No. 1 reserves the right to reject any or all RFP submittals.

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Gas increase ___________________ PUBLIC NOTICE The Wyoming Public Service Commission (Commission) approved the Application of MontanaDakota Utilities Co. (MDU or the Company) to pass on a wholesale gas cost increase of $0.868 per dekatherm (Dth) to its Residential and Firm General Service customers and Small and Large Interruptible customers through its Commodity Balancing Account (CBA), effective on and after February 1, 2017. Additionally, as a component of its requested rate MDU proposes a fuel charge adjustment of $0.006 per Dth for its small and large interruptible transportation service customers. The proposed pass-on increases are attributable to an increase in the overall commodity price. The Commission’s approval is subject to notice, protest, intervention, refund, change, further investigation, opportunity for hearing and further order of the Commission.

The average MDU Residential customer using approximately 12.8 Dth in February 2017 may expect a monthly gas bill increase of approximately $11.11 or 16.1%, before taxes. Actual bills will vary with usage.

The proposed retail rate increases result in a projected dollar-for-dollar increase in MDU’s February 2017 total revenues of approximately $307,300, using projected sales volumes. The increase does

* Relief Operator Starting Wage $20.50/hour. To apply, stop by the office located at 1205 Road 15, Powell, WY 82435 to complete an application, or can contact the office at 307-754-7944 for additional information.

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1115 Lane 12, Lovell, WY 82431

CURRENT OPENINGS ~

• RN/LPN Care Center (night and evening shifts) • Family Practice Physician • Scrub Tech • CNA Care Center (New grads welcome)

Come be a part of our dynamic team that takes pride in our Personal Service Excellence! Visit our website at www.nbhh.com to apply or contact human resources at 307-548-5216 or 5274. EOE (2/16cL)

not change the Company’s authorized rate of return.

Commission Rule Chapter 3, Section 26 allows a utility to pass on to its customers known or projected commodity cost increases or decreases on a dollarfor-dollar basis, subject to public notice, opportunity for hearing and refund.

MDU’s Application is on file at the Commission’s offices, located at 2515 Warren Avenue, Suite 300, Cheyenne, Wyoming. The Application is available for inspection by any interested person during regular business hours or online at: http://psc.state.wy.us/.

Anyone desiring to file a statement, intervention petition, protest or request for a public hearing in this matter must file in writing with the Commission on or before March 7, 2017. A proposed intervention or request for hearing must set forth the grounds under which they are made and the position and interest of the petitioner in this proceeding.

If you wish to intervene in this matter or request a public hearing that you will attend, or want to make a statement, a protest or a public comment, and you require reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the Commission at (307) 777-7427, or write to the Commission at 2515 Warren Avenue, Suite 300, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002, to make arrangements. Communications-impaired persons may also contact the Commission by accessing Wyoming Relay at 711. Please mention Docket No. 30013-322-GP-17 (Record No. 14630) in your communications.

Dated: February 7, 2017.

First Publ., Thurs., Feb. 9, 2017 Final Publ., Thurs., Feb. 16, 2017

For sale by bid________________ CROWN HILL CEMETERY DISTRICT NUMBER ONE currently has the following Vehicle and attachment for sale by bid: 1986 Ford Bronco, 4 speed, 6 cylinder, 4WD, white/blue in color, 117,829 miles with a 7’6” snowplow (model ProPlow) 60381.

For questions concerning this vehicle contact: Curt Stebner/Sexton 678 Lane 9 Powell, WY 307-754-4313 Notice is hereby given that Crown Hill Cemetery District will receive sealed bids until 12:00 P.M., local time, 03/6/2017 at 678 Lane 9, Crown Hill Cemetery Office, Powell, WY. All bids will be publicly opened and read on 03/7/2017, at 6:30, at Crown Hill Cemetery Office, 678 Lane 9, Powell, WY. Mail or hand deliver to Crown Hill Cemetery Office. Crown Hill Cemetery District will take no responsibility for delivery of bids through mail. Crown Hill Cemetery District reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids and to waive any informality if deemed in the best interest of the Cemetery.

has an opening for an

Office Associate III in Cody Please visit our website for full job description and application instructions: http://wyoextension.org/parkcounty/

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Big Horn Co-op is looking for

Fertilizer, Sprayer Applicators & Truck Drivers for our Powell Fertilizer location.

CDL Class “A” preferred with proper endorsements. Pre-employment drug testing & a clean driving record is required.

Strong customer service skills & is willing to work all shifts including Saturdays. Able to lift at least 50 lbs.

For more information please contact Jeremy Dickson at Big Horn Co-op, 661 East North Street, Powell, WY 82435.

(EOE & Drug Free Workplace)

Big Horn Co-op

661 East North Street • Powell, Wyoming

Phone 307-754-5962

LONG TERM CARE CENTER

Fuel Transportation Driver - GREYBULL , WY

Wound Care RN

Fuel Transportation Driver Wanted: Big Horn Co-op, Greybull, WY

1 full-time position, 40 hr/wk (8am-4:30pm) occasional weekends and on call required.

Class “A” CDL with Doubles, Tankers and Hazmat endorsements, clean driving record & fuel experience delivery required.

Home nightly, regular 5 day work week. Excellent wage and great benefits available. For the right candidate this is a great job opportunity.

RADIOLOGY

Imaging Technologist

1 full-time day position 40 hr/wk (0800-1630), on call required.

General ultrasound skillsets required with echocardiography skillsets preferred. Applicant must be willing to cross train. High School Grad./ GED & ARRT certification required.

Phone 307-765-2061

Big Horn Co-op, a multi-location co-operative in the Big Horn Basin, is seeking a

Vehicle Maintenance Shop Person

Highway Maintenance Technician

in Greybull, WY. The work requires physical labor. Skill required: automotive, diesel, and air brakes. Candidates must have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn our business, and insistence for safety, quality and productivity. This position offers a great opportunity for personal growth and a potentially rewarding, long term career.

Benefits include medical insurance, paid holidays, vacation, 401K. Competitive wage based on experience. Pre-employment drug screen and a clean driving record required.

Lovell, WY • TNHM05-05711 WY Department of Transportation Hiring Range: $2,697-$3,371 Monthly WYDOT is seeking a Highway Maintenance Technician located in Lovell. Under limited supervision, performs a variety of manual work and equipment operation to repair and maintain state-owned highways and associated highway safety devices to provide a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system.

For more information or to apply online go to: http://www.gorvernmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming Open until 3/1/2017. EEO/ADA Employer.

Donna Stewart, Clerk First Publ., Thurs., Feb. 16, 2017 Second Publ., Tues., Feb. 21, 2017

Name change _________________ STATE OF WYOMING

Big Horn Co-op is a drug-free workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

P.O. Box 591 • Greybull, Wyoming

777 Avenue H • 754-2267 • WWW.PVHC.ORG 2x3

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For more information please contact: Mike Hanser 307-765-2061 or mail your resume & references.

ATTN: Mike Hanser-Big Horn Co-op PO Box 591, Greybull, WY, 82426

Big Horn Co-op

Powell Valley Healthcare offers a full benefit package to all full-time and part-time employees. These benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), a pension plan, long term disability insurance, life insurance (equal to your annual salary), and paid time off. EOE

accepting applications for:

University of Wyoming Extension – Park County

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COUNTY OF PARK IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF Joni Lorraine Stoltz Petitioner IN THE DISTRICT COURT FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Civil Action Case No. 28678 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION You are hereby notified that a Petition For Change of Name, Civil Action No. 28678 has been filed on behalf of Joni Lorraine Stoltz in the Wyoming District Court for the 5th Judicial District, whose address is P.O. Box 1960, Cody, WY 82414, the object and prayer of which is to change the name of the above-named person from Joni Lorraine Stoltz to Joni Lorraine Kramer.

Any objection must be filed with the District Court within 30 days following the last date of publication of this notice, or an Order Granting Name Change may be granted without further notice.

DATED this 13th day of February, 2017.

BY CLERK OF COURT: Patra Lindenthal by Jacque Boone Clerk of District Court/Deputy First Publ., Thurs., Feb. 16, 2017 Final Publ., Thurs., March 9, 2017

P&Z meeting__________________ PARK COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Meeting 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 21st, 2017 in the Alternate Emergency Operating Center (EOC Room), basement of the Courthouse Addition 1002 Sheridan Ave. Cody, WY. This is a regular meeting of the Park County Planning & Zoning Commission open to the public. For more information please contact the Park County Planning & Zoning Department at 527-8540 or 754-8540.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve minutes from December 13th, 2016 meeting.

AGENDA 1.

57 Corbett Road Simple Subdivision-243 Sketch Plan Review: Hamilton Bryan requests

Please send resume to: PO Box 591, Greybull, WY 82426 Attn: Mark Reno Big Horn Co-op is a drug-free workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Big Horn Co-op

P.O. Box 591 • Greybull, Wyoming

Phone 307-765-2061

(13-16CT)

Notice of Application for Retail Liquor License Ownership Transfer Notice is hereby given that on January 31, 2017, an application was received in the office of the Park County Clerk to transfer ownership of a Retail Liquor License from Wapiti Valley Inc. dba Wapiti Lodge, to 4G’s Wapiti Ranch, LLC, dba Wapiti Lodge, for the following described place and premises: a 11’ x 16’ room on the east side of the lodge building located at 3189 North Fork Highway, Cody, Wyoming.

Protests, if any, against the transfer of said license shall be heard at 1:00 p.m. on March 7, 2017, in the Park County Commissioners’ Room located at 1002 Sheridan Avenue in Cody, Wyoming.

Colleen F. Renner Park County Clerk First Publ., Thurs., Feb. 9, 2017 Final Publ., Thurs., Feb. 16, 2017

CLINIC NURSE NEEDED, no weekends, call or major holidays. email cbehrent@heritagehealthcenter.org __________ (07TFCT) NOW HIRING - AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN - Powell, housekeeping position. Apply at the front desk, 307-754-5117. ___________ (20TCT) ARE YOU A CARING p e r s o n ? Yo u a r e NEEDED! Families of domestic violence and sexual assault want and need someone to care.

Please call Crisis Intervention Services at 7547959 or 587-3545 and put your talents to work.

Volunteer today! Thank you. _____________(53tfT)

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Liquor license _________________

Eastern Colorado Well Service is

R O C K Y M O U N TA I N RECOVERY is accepting resumes for a full time office staff position.

Job entails but not limited to; client visits, computer knowledge, data inputting, filing, office admin work, etc. Pay is based on experience.

Qualified candidate will have professional office skills and excellent work ethic. Send resumes to Daniel@rsiwy.com __________ (14TFCT) SOUTH BIG HORN Conservation District is accepting applications for the full-time position of District Manager. Applications can be picked up at the Farm Service Center office, 408 Greybull Avenue in Greybull.

Applications are due by March 6th. If you have any questions or for more information, please call Jan at 307-765-2483 Ext. 103. ________ (2/16-3/2cB)

Help Wanted

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PUBLIC NOTICES “BECAUSE THE PEOPLE MUST KNOW”

MOBILE HOME PARK MANAGEMENT TEAM WANTED: FULL TIME management/maintenance team for a 100+ unit mobile home community in Cody, Wyoming. Prefer experience in manager/ maintenance field, however, will train the right team. We are seeking persons with the following skills/experience: Office Manager: computer; telephone; public relations; accounts receivable; secretarial; and management. Maintenance Person: public relations; ground keeping; heavy equipment, operations; general maintenance/repair knowledge; and general plumbing knowledge. – Both positions require the ability to troubleshoot problems; to follow instructions; and to enforce rules equally. – This is a non-smoking work environment. – Wages: DOE – Housing provided.

Send Resume & Cover Letter to: GREEN ACRES MOBILE HOME PARK, BOX 2926, NORRIS, MT 59745 __________ (09-17CT) SMART SALES AND LEASE (est 2001) seeks full-time customer service agents. Work online from home. $12/$20 hourly.

Management experience a plus. Some evenings/ weekends. Resume, questions: careers@ smartsalesandlease.com. _________ (14-14W)

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APPRENTICE ELECTRIC LINEMAN I position with the City of Cody. The primary duties include assisting in the installation, operation and maintenance of the City of Cody electrical power, transmission and distribution system. Answers emergency calls and is on-call to repair system breakdowns. High School Diploma or GED and one year related work experience required. Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A is required and must be maintained or able to obtain within six months of hire date. Must become a certified Journeyman Lineman from an accredited apprenticeship program within 4 years of hire. Minimum starting wage $18.71/hour plus City benefit package.

Applications and job descriptions available at City Hall, 1338 Rumsey Avenue, 307-527-7511 or by emailing cindyb@ cityofcody.com. Submit applications and 5 year driving record to City of Cody, Attn: Personnel, P.O. Box 2200, Cody, WY 82414 by Friday, February 24, 2017 by 4:00 p.m. The City of Cody is an Equal Opportunity Employer. __________ (12-15CT) AUTO SALESMAN/ SALES MANAGER full-time. Are you a hard working, customer service oriented salesman?

Join our growing team at Dorm’s Auto in Powell.

Competitive pay based on experience with benefits.

Previous sales experience a plus but not necessary. Call Patrick 307202-0400. __________ (11-18CT)

PART-TIME LIBRARY A S S I S TA N T - T h e McCracken Research Library in the Buffalo Bill Center of the West seeks candidates for a parttime (24 hours per week) library assistant position.

This individual will provide reference and research services according to modern, professional library standards to staff, visitors, researchers and patrons. Candidates for the position should have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline. A MLS from an ALA accredited institution is preferred.

Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume, references and salary history to: Buffalo Bill Center of the West Human Resource Department, by e-mail to chriss@centerofthewest. org. For a job description and additional information about the center refer to: http://centerofthewest.org/about-us/employment/. The closing date on this position is Feb. 24, 2017. The Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. __________ (12-14CT) QUALITY TRANSPORTAT I O N I S H I R I N G Maintenance Mechanics and CDL-A Drivers.

Locations in Nevada.

MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE. Call 775635-2443 or www.qtinv. net for application. _________ (14-14W)

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Northwest College Provide high quality and engaging instruction for freshman and sophomore courses in Mathematics and Statistics, including introductory college mathematics and developmental mathematics.

Starting salary range is $44,411 (Master’s, Step 1) up to $61,225 (PhD, Step 7) per academic year contingent upon education and experience (FY2017).

For more information and to apply: http:// nwc.edu/hr EOE ________________ BHB(13-14CT)

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THE TOWN OF BRIDGER is accepting applications for a fulltime Assistant Public Works Director. The position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of the Town’s water supply, wastewater system, treatment or distribution facilities and systems, streets, snow removal and other public works projects and programs.

All applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver ’s license. Applicants must possess, or have the ability to obtain within 1 year, a Class 3 Water Distribution Operator Cert., Class 4 Water Treatment Operator Cert., Class 3 Wastewater Treatment Operator Cert. and Certified Pool Operator license. Please include a resume making appropriate effort to address the Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed on the job description as well as the Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. The successful applicant would be eligible for Public Employee Retirement, Group Health Benefits and paid vacation, sick and holiday time. Position starts at $15.50/ hour and will increase after probationary period.

Please pick up application and job description at 108 South D St, Bridger, MT or email townofbridger@bridgermt.com to receive an application via email.

Application deadline is February 23, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. _________ (13-14CT) EXECUTIVE DIRECTO R : T h e Wy o m i n g PBS Foundation Board of Directors is seeking a dynamic, energetic, organized, and successful executive officer and development director.

Extensive travel throughout Wyoming and regular visits to the Foundation office in Riverton are required. More information can be found at wyomingpbs.org/jobs.

Submit letter of interest and resume to Terry Dugas, Wyoming PBS General Manager, 2660 Peck Ave., Riverton, WY 82501 or to tdugas@ cwc.edu _________ (14-14W)

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approval for a two-lot simple subdivision of 19.84 and 11.98 acres in Lot 16, Sec. 7, RS, T53N, TOGETHER, CAN STOPWY POACHING! R100W, 6th PM,WE Park County, in the GR-5 (General Rural 5-Acre) zoning district. Proposed subdivision is located ½ mile east of Hwy 14-A, approximately 5 miles northeast of Cody.

2.

Peak View Simple Subdivision-244 Sketch Plan Review: Ron and Laurie Wendling request approval for a two-lot simple subdivision of 13.7 and 25.3 acres in Lot 62-E, T55N, R99W, 6th PM, Park County, WY in the R-H (Residential ½-Acre) zoning district. Proposed subdivision is located on Road 8H and E. Monroe, just east of Southside Elementary School.

3.

Onstine Major Subdivision Sketch Plan and Preliminary Plat Review – Public Hearing: Freddie and Connie Onstine request approval for a two-lot major subdivision of 1.31 and 1.49 acres in Lot 2 of ChristyLake Subdivision, in Lot 63-J, RS, T55N, R98W, 6th PM, Park County, WY in the GR-P (General Rural Powell) zoning district. Proposed subdivision is located at 530 Lane 8H, approximately 2.5 miles east of Powell.

OTHER BUSINESS 1.

Chairman’s Report 2.

Planning Directors Report – discussion of regulation changes ADJOURN Publ., Thurs., Feb. 16, 2017

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Property hearing ____________ NORTHWEST RURAL WATER DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Directors of the Northwest Rural Water District (District) hereby gives notice that on Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at 10:15 a.m., a public meeting will be held with the Board of County Commissioners of Park County on the question of inclusion of real property in Park County into the District without election. The hearing will be held in the Park County Commission meeting room in the Park County Courthouse at 1002 Sheridan Avenue, Cody, Wyoming. The owners of the various properties have filed petitions to have the designated properties included into the District. Petitions are available for review at the office of the Northwest Rural Water District. All interested persons may appear and be heard. Questions can be addressed to Northwest Rural Water District, 920 13th Street, P.O. Box 2347, Cody, Wyoming 82414 or by calling the NRWD office at 307-527-4426.

Jim Mentock, Secretary Northwest Rural Water District First Publ., Thurs., Feb. 16, 2017 Second Publ., Tues., Feb. 21, 2017 Third Publ., Tues., Feb. 28, 2017

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Lessons of WWII veterans presented Tuesday in Lovell Oral historian Val Burgess will present the program, “History Speaks: Are We Listening?” on Tuesday evening in Lovell.

Burgess’s presentation begins at 6 p.m. at the Lovell Branch of Big Horn County Library, 300 Oregon Ave. With the thousands of World War II veterans being lost daily in the United States, Burgess says the personal stories from this worldwide conflict are quickly disappearing. In his presentation, Burgess sheds light on the reasons for war and the human side of the largest war in world history.

Based on 23 years of research — and hundreds of interviews with former prisoners of war, Allied Air Crew members held at Stalag Luft III, “The Great Escape” Camp and letters from families of

prisoners that capitulated in the Pacific — Burgess will discuss their personal experiences and the circumstances under which these men fought and survived.

Burgess intertwines the reality of World War II history within the program, and discusses the depth and complexity the war’s effects had on the men’s lives, and the lessons learned from these prisoners.

The program is free and open to the public.

Additionally, programs will be presented throughout the school day at Rocky Mountain High School.

The presentations are supported in part by a grant from the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, a program of the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources.

Val Burgess will present ‘History Speaks: Are We Listening?’ on Tuesday evening at the Lovell Branch of the Big Horn County Library. The program is free and open to the public.

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Remember to schedule cancer screenings Wyoming residents should ensure they are on track with recommended cancer screenings, according to a news release from the Wyoming Department of Health.

“Getting cancer screenings helps find cancer early, which is when the disease is easiest to treat,” said Julie Tarbuck, Wyoming Integrated Cancer Services outreach and education supervisor with WDH. General preventive cancer screenings recommendations include: • Everyone, starting at age 50, should get a colonoscopy every 10 years or complete a stool test every year.

• Women, starting at age 21, should get a pap test done every third year until the age of 30.

• Women, starting at age 50, should get a mammogram every other year.

The Department of Health recommends that people talk to medical professionals about their personal risks for cancer and whether their screening needs may be different.

“We do know three of the most common risk factors for cancer are tobacco use, a lack of regular exercise and a personal or family history of cancer,” Tarbuck said.

She noted stool testing is a relatively new way to test for colorectal cancer. “The test we provide is

about 90-95 percent accurate, it’s easy and can be taken care of in the comfort of your own home,” she said. “Stool tests are also nice because they don’t cost much.”

Preventive screening is important for detecting cancer, and that’s why programs are available in Wyoming to help ensure cost is not a barrier to getting recommended tests, Tarbuck said.

The Department of Health offers free colonoscopies, mammograms, stool tests and pap tests for eligible residents. Additional resources may also be available.

For information about WDH cancer screening programs and local resources, visit www.health.wyo. publichealth or call 800-264-1296.

Local Relay for Life volunteers needed The American Cancer Society is looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people that have been touched by cancer to help volunteer for Relay for Life of Park County.

There are leadership positions open, as well as regular volunteer opportunities. “We are also

looking for individuals to be team captains, and lead the fight against cancer through fundraising at the grassroots level in the Powell community,” said Staci Biernbaum with the American Cancer Society in Billings.

If you are interested, contact Staci Biernbaum at 406-373-8492 or staci.biernbaum@cancer.org.

Cason addition __________________________________________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS (Annexation of Cason Addition) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that public hearings will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, Powell, Wyoming, by Powell Planning and Zoning and/or the Governing Body of the City of Powell, the purpose of which is to consider the annexation of, and a proposed ordinance annexing the Cason Addition into the City of Powell, and to consider the zoning of all of said property as “AC@ Agricultural Cultivation District as per Chapter 17.64 of the Powell City Code. The Public Hearings to be held are as follows: For Powell Planning and Zoning Commission on February 27, 2017, at 7:00 o=clock p.m.; For the Powell City Council on March 6, 2017, at 6:00 p.m.

The legal description of the subject real property is as follows: Township 55 N., Range 99 W., 6th P.M., Park County, Wyoming That part of Farm Unit “E”, according to the Farm Unit Plat or a parcel of land within Lot 74-E Lot 74, Resurvey, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an existing brass cap located at the northeast corner of Lot 74-E; Thence S. 00°01’44” W., for a distance of 1082.80 feet to an aluminum cap; thence No. 89°53’04” W., for a distance of 229.88 feet to an aluminum cap; thence S. 00°01’26” W., for a distance of 52.79 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence No. 89°50’43” W., along the north line of Leisure Living Subdivision for a distance of 115.02 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence westerly continuing along the north line of Leisure Living Subdivision for a distance of 308.80 feet more or less to a point; thence northerly along the east line of those lands described in Microfilm 103, Page 174, Office of the Park County Clerk, for a distance of 160.00 feet more or less to a point; thence westerly along the north line of those lands described in Microfilm 103, Page 174 for a distance of 432.87 feet more or less to a point on the east right-of-way line of Wyoming State Secondary Highway 295; thence continuing westerly for a distance of 104.54 feet more or less to a point on the west right-of-way line of the highway; thence northwesterly along the west highway right-of-way line for a distance of 352.34 feet more or less to the west line of Lot 74-E; thence N. 00°00’06” E., for a distance of 646.66 feet more or less to an existing aluminum cap located at the northwest corner of Lot 74-E; thence S. 89°55’54” E., for a distance of 1317.93 feet to the Point of Beginning.

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Pursuant to W.S.’15-1-405(b), the following information is provided: 1. A vicinity map and legal description of the subject area is set forth above.

2. At this time, and until development begins upon the annexed property, the estimated cost of infrastructure improvements required by the land owner related to this annexation is negligible. The owner/ developer will bear the associated costs of any infrastructure improvements at such time that development begins for sewer, water, telephone, internet, cable TV, electric, natural gas, paving, sidewalks and curb & gutter installation.

3. At such time that the subject annexed property is being developed, basic and other services to the proposed annexed property include those services customarily available to residents within the City of Powell as follows: sanitary sewer, storm sewer, potable water, electric service, PowellLink, natural gas, telephone service, paved streets with curb, gutter and sidewalk, and cable television. Subject property will also have available to it street maintenance, police coverage, refuse collection and animal control services.

4. At such time that the subject property is being developed and/or occupied, the projected service costs for services provided will be subject to the current rates then in effect for utility services and will be dependent upon usage. There are no annual utility fees assessed for service. The individual residential rates as of February 7, 2017, for utility services are as follows:

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Current/Proposed Usage Rates $14.52/month base plus $1.81/1000 gallons $33.44/month base plus $2.97/1000 gallons $31.10/month $27/month base plus $0.1145/KwH Subject to change per Public Service Commission. Contact MDU (800)638-3278 for Current rates Rates vary based on services provided Rates vary based on services provided Rates vary based on services provided

5. The current and projected property tax mill levies imposed by the municipality are anticipated to be as follows: Currently the County levies a property tax of 8 mills on property located within the Powell City limits; 5 mills go directly to the City of Powell and 3 mills go to Park County Fire District #1 (74.377 total mills).

6. Cost of any additional infrastructure improvements needed for the development of the subject property will be the responsibility of the developer. The City is currently unaware of any additional improvements to the infrastructure that will be required within the existing boundaries of the City of Powell in order to accommodate the proposed development of this property at this time.

All persons interested may appear and be heard at the above times and places.

CITY OF POWELL Tiffany Brando, City Clerk First Publ., Thurs., Feb. 16, 2017 Final Publ., Thurs., Feb. 23, 2017