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Volume #3: Issue #19
Your Hometown Local News - Newspaper
GLENROCK WORKER CHARGED IN SEXUAL ASSAULT Mark Dosa - Staff Reporter
A man claiming to be employed at the Dave Johnson power plant in Glenrock, was arrested on Saturday, October 17, for an incident that occurred in a Casper Motel 6 earlier that morning. Juan Marco Loya appeared in Natrona County Circuit Court the following Monday, with prosecutors charging the 30 year old non-English speaker with first-degree sexual assault. Bond was set at $30,000. The alleged victim in this case, a female adult, used a cell phone to text an acquaintance during the Saturday morning assault. This acquaintance, in turn, called police at approximately 6 a.m. that morning. Loya was located by officers and arrested about three hours later.
company of PacifiCorp, owner of the Dave Johnson power plant) media contact Mark Reinders to confirm Loya’s employment were referred to Dave Eskelsen of Rocky Mountain Power. Appreciatively, Mr. Eskelsen could neither confirm nor deny Loya’s employment status, stating that legal considerations prohibit him from doing so. The human resource department at TIC Wyoming Inc., a contractor working at the plant, has no record of a Juan Marco Loya being currently employed by them. A call made to the Natrona County Detention Center on Wednesday, October 28, confirms that Loya is still in custody with no scheduled release date. The original charge of 1st degree sexual assault has been reduced to 2nd degree, and a new charge has been added: immigration hold.
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THOSE BOYS ARE GOIN’ TO MAKE HISTORY Glenrock Bird Sports Writer - Mike Velasquez
Herders Trample Wolves In Quest To Repeat The Perfect Season The Glenrock Herders (7-0, 6-0 in 2-A East Conference play) played host to the Moorcroft Wolves (3-4, 2-4 in 2-A East Conference play on Friday, October 23rd. Already assured a topseeded spot in the 2-A playoffs, the Herders were playing for pride and perfection, while the Wolves wanted a shot at spoiling the
dream as they traveled to "the Rock" to take on the Kumpula's steamroller squad. They quickly learned the you don't come to our house expecting to get any special treatment, as the Herders quickly and decisively dispatched the Wolves 48-6 to complete their second perfect regular season in a row, and move into the playoffs to face the Lovell Bulldogs
Jessica Smith - Staff Reporter
The American Legion Auxiliary, Post #9 is ready to take donations for their yearly program of sending care packages to soldiers stationed overseas. This will be the 4th year for this wonderful program and the time has come to collect those items our fighting men and women are in need of. Items donated should be small and can include such things as: razors, soaps, lotions, deoderant (both men's and women's), jerky, small bags of trail mix, drink mix, game books, cards, dice, hard candies, and small toys for the soldiers to distribute to the local children. Cash and checks may also be donated since the postage for the care packages generally runs between $600 and $800 dollars. Checks should be made out to the Auxiliary and any donation will be greatly appreciated. Joanne Howe, of the Auxiliary, is heading up the project and had this to say about where the packages will go, "In the past, it's always been Iraq and this year we'll probably concentrate on Afghanistan."
Glenrock Worker Arrested on Sexual Assault Herders Makin’ History ELECTION DAY NOV 3
GLENROCK’S URANIUM GIANT TO MOVE HEADQUARTERS Mark Dosa - Staff Reporter
Uranium Giant Moving U.S. Headquarters to Wyoming Canadian giant Cameco,
Jessica Smith - Staff Reporter
land, located 17 ½ miles northeast of Glenrock off Ross Road.
one of the world’s largest producers of reactor grade Cameco spokesman Kenuranium, will be moving neth Vaughn states that its U.S. headquarters to the company’s domestic Cheyenne. Cameco owns headquarters, currently the largest uranium mine in America, Smith-High- Uranium continued page 2
One of the Main Street Program's requirements is "to help maintain an attractive, functional downtown environment, accessible to residents and visitors and condu-
ings." In that regard, Glenrock's own Aspiring Main Street Program (better known as the Downtown Development Committee) decided to issue some awards in appreciation for those business owners in our town who have
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Lady Herders head to State - First time in 12 years!
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GLENROCK’S MAIN GLENROCK’S BOXES FOR SOLDIERS STREET SHINING STARS The group begins with local men and women from Converse County, and if there are enough donations will take on more from outside the county. "If we can cover our county... we're doing okay!" Howe said. Last year, the group sent out 75 boxes.
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October 26 Town Council Meeting were: Mabuhay Motel, Reliant Federal Credit Union, Hair Designs Unlimited, and the Historic Hotel Higgins/Paisley Shawl. The Mabuhay Motel, owned by Erlinda Shebine, was created by remodeling an unused building into a badly needed motel. Construction on the 8-room motel in November of 2008 and there have been
Boxes for Soldiers Anti Bullying Policy MAIN STREET BUSINESSES AWARDED & MORE!
has been involved with the Commerce Block nearly from the beginning of that project, but has never been recognized for their work in re-creating a historic bank that originally occupied the building. Reliant has been in operation since December of 2007 and is one of the downtown's favorite showpieces.
Hair Designs Unlimited, owned by Jeannie Ginder,
It's not just donations that the Auxiliary needs. Also necessary will be the names and addresses of our soldiers in need of the packages. "If I could get people to call me with the names of any local boys (and ladies) that are either in Iraq or Afghanistan", that would be great, Mrs. Howe added happily, "This has been my baby now for four years, so I get all excited!" Donations and names will be accepted until November 20th and may be left at the offices of either The Glenrock Bird or The Glenrock Independent. For more information on the items acceptable, to give a name of a soldier in need of a box, or to find out how to get donations directly to the Auxiliary, call Joanne Howe at 4368390.
Steve Higgins of Reliant Federal Credit Union, Erlinda Shefelbine of Mabuhay, Jeannie Ginder of Hair Designs and Miss Judi and Mike Colling of the Hotel Higgins/Paisley Shawl and Highlander Pub all stand with Mayor Cielinski upon receipt of their Main Street Beautifuication Awards
cive to business development while maintaining and promoting the historic preservation and rehabilitation of the unique inventory of build-
recently committed to improving Glenrock's quality of life by investing in their businesses. The four businesses given certificates during the
no shortage of customers for the beautiful building created by Mrs. Shefelbine. Reliant Federal Credit Union
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Community Jessica Smith
On October 8th, during the Converse County School District #2 monthly Board M eeting, the School Board accepted a bid for the shop truck the District had been trying to sell.
SENIOR CENTER MYSTERY THEATER Clear your calendars for November 5th, 6th, and 7th at 6:00 p.m., and get ready for ‘Doom at the Lucky Loon Saloon’, an
interactive murder mystery dinner theater to be held at the Glenrock Senior Center. Presented by Moonstone Creative
Resources, LLC (you remember those wonderfully talented ladies Carolyn Eitel and Patty Fenner?), there will be chili, salad, cinnamon rolls, and a cash bar serving beer and wine. Tickets are a mere $10 each and the proceeds will be split between the Senior Center and Moonstone
Creative Resources. Reserve your tickets today for what promises to be an awesome time of food and murder mystery fun!
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For more information or to reserve your tickets, call the Senior Center at 436-9442.
to beautify not just the outside, but also the inside.
First Souther Baptist Gets Parking Lot!
The $3,795.00 bid was entered by the Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo, and it’s certain that the former CCSD#2 shop truck will be put to good use.
THE WHEELS ON THE BUS GO 'ROUND AND 'ROUND...
First Southern Baptist Chapel parking lot gets a new and much needed face lift. The material used is all recyled asphalt and will provide much needed parking space for the many church goers that attend the church. Photo © Jessica Smith
GLENROCK INSTALLS NEW PATHWAY LIGHTS
StaffReporter - Jessica Smith
The Board of Trustees for Converse County School District #2 have approved a lease for 2 school buses. The lease, which has an option to purchase, is with Security First Bank in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
There are some beautiful new lights along the Town's pathway and do they look amazing! The lights were supplied by Rocky Mountain Power and the wiring, easement, and work was supplied through the Safe Routes to School grant obtained by the Town of Glenrock over a year ago. The pathway-and its new lighting--runs
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor, The citizens of this county have been recently bombarded with information about the status, costs, and need of a new Justice Center. I would like to take this opportunity to express my personal views, and those shared by many members of my staff. As your Sheriff, I have learned a great deal in the past 2 1/2 years about the Detention Center and the duties of both the administration and operation. We deal with issues every day concerning the working staff, inmate concerns, court security, and general statutory procedures. These issues, along with liability and fiscal inadequacies have led to the current Ballot question.
the same route that the old Chicago/Northwestern Railroad used to travel and has been extended approximately 500 feet in order to run 'into' the new Grant Elementary School lot. Glenrock's Town Planner, Kathy Patceg, explains, "We extended the pathway into the Elementary School because where the kids were going, the buses, the
parents, everybody goes in that way," she said, "and this way, the kids can come straight down the pathway and into the school not having to enter into the traffic."
Uranium
mines up and running before 2014. The Reynolds Ranch facility near Glenrock (next to SmithRanch Highland) is already NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) licensed and is scheduled to be operational in 2011. The North Butte facility (located on the border of Natrona and Fremont counties) along with Gas Hills (located between Casper and Riverton) should be up and running in 2015.” While Vaughn stated that these dates are tentative, there appears to be no substantial roadblocks preventing these facilities from coming online as scheduled.
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located in Colorado, will shift to Cheyenne during February of next year. Vaughn states the move will place senior management in closer proximity to environmental regulatory agencies, along with Cameco uranium mines in Glenrock and Nebraska. Along with management from Colorado, some Cameco employees from Casper will be making their way to Cheyenne as well. Additionally, it is anticipated that the move will generate a need for 12 new jobs at the freshly minted Cheyenne headquarters.
The one-cent designated sales tax will eliminate those concerns, and will provide for a well thought-out and designed Justice Center. This tax is only usable for the purpose of the Ballot issue, and cannot be used for anything else. Once the facility is paid for the tax is lifted as per law. This Ballot is only for the Justice Center; there are no hidden agendas. Cameco spokesman The tax will not be assessed on groceries, medical services, Vaughn, who spent his supply items, utilities, mortgage payments, car and truck fuyouth in Laramie, offered els and most services.
that Cameco has expanI urge you to vote “YES” on this important issue, and as al- sion interests in Wyoming ways, I want everyone to remember my “open door policy” that extend beyond Cheyenne. and come to me with any concerns you may have. GlenrockPubTrans.jpg Your Sheriff, Clinton B. Becker
“Cameco expects to have an additional three
The Safe Routes to School grant has paid for not only putting the lighting on the pathway...the same grant has paid for many projects
What does this mean to Glenrock? The opening of these mines will coincide with the hiring of approximately 200 more employees. “Geologists, hydrologists, radiation safety specialists, plant operators, drill rig operators, well maintenance specialists, office personnel - these are some of the jobs that will become
along the pathway including the renovation of the trestle bridge last year, and has been used to hold classes on bike repair for young people along with providing them with bicycle helmets.
available as the mines come on-line,” Vaughn stated. Cameco is opening the mines in anticipation of increased uranium demand. Domestically, the push for clean energy has renewed interest in nuclear power plants and the fuel they require. Internationally, the C & A Mining Group forecasts the creation of 75 nuclear power plants within the next 6 to 20 years. Additionally, The World Nuclear Association, a consortium of uranium mining, reactor building, engineering, and nuclear generating companies, suggests that by 2015 a new nuclear reactor will start up every 5 days. An increase in uranium demand should have a direct and positive affect on Glenrock. As demand goes up, mining increases, along with mining related jobs. As mining increases, employment increases, with employees needing homes, apartments, and all of the other amenities Glenrock has to offer. If nuclear reactor start-ups are anywhere close to what The World Nuclear Association forecasts, the next decade could indeed be one of great opportunity for Glenrock.
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The Historic Hotel Higgins/Paisley Shawl, owned by Mike and Judi Colling, is in the National Register of Historic Places and is a favorite place to congregate for many Glenrock residents. Substantial renovations and upgrades have been completed to the structure over the years by the Collings--the latest being the new windows and the gorgeous awnings. The community-oriented duo also make the hotel available for many public functions. Although many Glenrock businesses have done their part to help beautify the area, the Downtown Development Committee voted on which four businesses should receive this round of awards based on their significant and recent improvements. Kathy Patceg, Glenrock's Community Development Director was asked by the committee (of which she is a part) to give out Monday night's awards. "I just think [the] downtown looks so great and it's because of people who care about what their businesses look like," she stated. The Shining Star Awards will be given out throughout the year as different projects are completed by Glenrock's awesome local businesses. Congratulations to the four businesses awarded our Main Street's Shining Star Awards!
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Chamber & Community Events November 5th, 6th, 7th Mystery Theatre @ Sr. Center November 12 Spur & Lance Benefit Auction December 5 - Winterfest, Glenrock Rec Center, Christmas Parade and Festival, downtown 6 p.m.
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CROSS COUNTRY TEAM FINISHES ANTI BULLYING POLICY STRONG AT STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS CONSIDERED During the CCSD#2 School Board Meeting held on October 8, 2009, the Board approved a policy which prohibits harassment, bullying, and intimidation in schools. Last year, legislation was drafted regarding bullying in schools and although the School District has had harassment policies in place, none of them specifically used the word 'bullying'. The new Policy JICFA adds this word specificallly in order to comply with state statutes.
Glenrock Bird Sports Writer Bill Keesee Cross country teams gathered in Sheridan on Saturday from all across the state to vie for top honors in the State Cross Country Championships. The Herders rounded out a strong season with the girl’s varsity team finishing 7th in the State. Mary Nelson led the charge by finishing a strong 5th with a time of 21:22. Nelson’s determined performance garnished her ALL-STATE honors! The remaining Lady Herders finished strong as well with Marissa Widiker finishing on the heels of Nelson with a time of - 22:29, 16th followed by: • Taylor Berge- 24:08, 43rd • Jessica Grant- 24:21, 47th • Chanel Doherty 27:40, 62nd • Shaynna Hoyt- 27:53, 63rd and • Kylie Walters- 29:33, 67th
Although the policy has been approved as written,
Raider Nelson at last weeks State Championshio. Photo © Vicki Widiker
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LADIES ADVANCE TO STATE FOR FIRST TIME IN OVER A DECADE
The last time the Glenrock Herder Volleyball team qualified for the State tournament was in 1996. The Herders nearly made it last year, but lost their chance in a heartbreaking five game match against their nemesis, the Douglas Bearcats. This year, the Lady Herders were not to be denied, as they traveled to Newcastle on October 23rd with one goal in mind; to qualify for the 3-A State Tournament in Casper. Glenrock started off against the team that sent them home heartbroken last year. This time it was same team, different story as Coach Tara Chandler's squad sent the Lady Bearcats to the loser's bracket with 3-1 victory in the first round. The Herders won 25-21 in the first game but the Bearcats
weren't about to give up, taking game two 19-25. But Glenrock was too much for their cross-county rivals finishing 25-16 and 25-13 to close out the match in four games.
Next up was the Rawlins Outlaws. The Herders closed out the regular season with a tough loss on the road to the Rawlins teams and was looking for some revenge. It was not to be as the Glenrock found themselves with just one more chance to earn a State tournament berth, losing to Rawlin in a tough, four game match 25-23, 2523, 27-29, 25-11. On Saturday morning, the Herders would face the Torrington Trailblazers with the loser going home, and the winner advancing to the 2009 Class 3-A State Volleyball Tournament. Glenrock came out all business with their goal in sight and punched their own ticket to the State
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on Friday, October 30th.
This season has been challenging but rewarding for The Herder Cross Country Team. Coach Finch stated that there were a couple of meets this year when he did not have his entire team running due to illnesses or injuries. The flu has put a few of our area athletes out of commission for big games, meets or matches but, the Herders have overcome the adversities and setbacks to finish up strong and build on a very strong foundation for next year. With the caliber of talent that we have returning for the cross country team, the Herders have every reason to believe that we will achieve even more accolades in the very near future.
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tournament as they made quick work of Torrington, taking the match in three games 25-17, 25-16, 25-13. The Herders advanced to play Buffalo for third place in the 3-A East Conference Tournament and then on to the State tournament. In their fourth match in two days, the Lady Herders fought through a grueling five-games to wrestle the third place trophy from the Lady Bison and bring it back to Glenrock. After losing the first game 14-25, Glenrock came back to capture games two and three 25-21 and 25-14. Buffalo would not go away though, as they took game four 19-25. The Lady Herders came back in the tiebreaker to come away with the win, 15-11. Be sure to check out our website at www.theglenrockbird.com to find out how the girls did at State. Be sure to read the complete story in next week's issue of The Glenrock Bird.
The Herders were firing on all eight cylinders on Friday night as they racked up and amazing 458 yards against the Wolves. Glenrock scored early and often as the Herders amassed a 34-0 lead going into the locker room at halftime. In the second half, Coach Kumpula allowed some of his younger playoffs to gain some of that valuable experience that will be needed over the next three weekends for the Herders to come up with their second state title in as many years. Glenrock had three backs eclipse the 100-yard mark and were led by Cory Dewald who had nine carries for 123 yards. Dustin Worthington had 12 rushes for 111 yards, and Austin Smith added 20 carries for 103 yards, which included three TDs. Quarterback Kyle Farley also contributed with five carries for 55 yards and one touchdown. Farley was also 2-4 passing for 25 yards.
Glenrock's quest for a second straight State title will begin this weekend with a home game against the Lovell Bulldogs. The Bulldogs are 5-3 0n the season (4-3 in 2-A West Conference) and are seeded fourth on the west side of the slate. Lovell should prove a tough test for Kumpula's squad as they take the first step into the post-season. The Herders are assured of home field advantage throughout the playoffs until they reach the championship game, which will be played this year on Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium in Laramie, a plan set up by the Wyoming High School Athletic Association to play all championship games at a neutral site. Be sure to check out our website at www. theglenrockbird.com to find out how the Herders came out on Friday night, or you can read all about it in next week's issue of The Glenrock Bird.
The Herder defense, which is led by Coach Donnie Stewart, was to say the very least...stifling as they allowed only one scored in the entire game. The Wolves managed to find theWIND_CITY_2 end zone in thecopy.tif waning moments of the fourth quarter to make the final score 48-6.
Kathy Blair, PT, DPT
Sciatica
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or compression of the sciatic nerve. The pain most often occurs on one side. Some people have sharp pain in one part of the leg or hip and numbness in other parts. The sensations may also be felt on the back of the calf or on the sole of the foot. The affected leg may feel weak. The pain often starts slowly. Sciatica pain may get worse: • After standing or sitting • At night • When sneezing or coughing, or laughing • When bending backwards or walking more than a few yards, especially if caused by spinal stenosis
A recent study published in the British Medical Journal (Peul, 2008) reports that spinal surgery for patients with sciatica offer only short-term benefits and conservative treatments such as physical therapy may offer the same outcome. In this study, patients had the option of opting for early surgery, or prolonged conservative management under the guidance of a physical therapist. The surgical group showed improvement in symptoms for only a brief period following surgery. By 6 months, and up to 2 years following surgery, the difference between the groups having surgery and those that didn’t disappeared. The significance of this study is that patients may be able to avoid surgery if they realized they can expect a similar improvement in symptoms if they use other ways to manage the pain for 6 months. Patients should be aware that surgery is not the only option to reduce the symptoms of sciatica.
The best course of treatment for low back pain is to make sure it is addressed early and does not progress to leg pain, or become a chronic condition. Research has shown that early movement and treatments like exercise and spinal manipulation offer strong benefits to this group of patients. These treatments include hands-on physical therapy to mobilize the spine and exercises designed to alleviate low back pain. Patients should seek out physical therapists as a first-line treatment for these conditions.
Kathy Blair, PT, DPT is the physical therapist owner of Wind City Physical Therapy in Glenrock. She graduated from Ithaca College in 1992 with her Bachelors in Physical Therapy and her doctorate in physical therapy in 2009 from Regis University. She is dedicated to quality patient care and providing evidenced based treatments that allow her patients to achieve the best outcomes. Her vision and commitment to her patients has allowed her to expand into 4 facilities between Casper and Cheyenne. She is actively involved in local, state and federal physical therapy issues and legislative agendas.
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For more information or to obtain a copy of Policy JICFA, contact th CCSD#2 Central Office at 436-5331
CONGRATS HERDERS!
The Herder boys finished 9th overall with Raider Nelson leading the stampede for the Herders, finishing 4th overall with a time of 17:22 and also earning ALLSTATE honors! The rest of the team was led by Daniel Walters- coming across the line in 18:54 finishing 24th followed by: • Dustin Horn- 19:18, 36th • Brandon Pittsley- 20:00, 55th • Kurry Anderson- 20:59, 68th • Lane Blakeley- 21:23, 73rd
it still must be adopted by the District in order for the new rules to take effect. The Board of Trustees for Converse County School District #2 will be considering adoption of the policy at their regular board meeting to be held on November 12, 2009. An invitation has been issued to the public to attend this meeting and give their comments regarding the policy.
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Don’t Confuse Change for Progress Nighthaw Bird Columnist Susan R. Stoltz
In a world where everyone points fingers and blame others for their ills, it would behoove us all to remember that we need to take responsibility for ourselves. Many long held systems set up in this country to help those in need have progressed so far as to make an entire class of people needy. Self-respect gained by a job well done, and that applies to work at all levels, seems to have gone by the wayside and has been replaced by entitlement. Our government is in deep trouble. Rather than a goal to bring about what is good for this nation our elected officials have taken it upon themselves to make all issues about party differences. I think most in this nation would agree that changes need to be made in many of our programs and systems, but this all-out war raging in our government bodies, spurred on by an irresponsible media that, rather than reporting the news, reports biased tripe intended to cause rebellion, disturbance and outrage needs to stop. Media today, whether it be on the left or right needs to get back to the true meaning of journalism, reporting the news, not sensational, scandal seeking, agenda driven coverage. When did we, as Americans, make the decision to let government think for us? It’s a well known fact that most officials in office today have the opinion that Americans can’t handle the truth, can’t make the distinction about what’s right for them and generally don’t care. When did we become so complacent that we are ready to turn our country over to those who have a selfish need for power, control and wealth? We have serious problems in this nation. When will the economy, health care, war and poverty become the important concerns? American’s aren’t stupid. I firmly believe that the values this nation has upheld for two centuries will continue, but we wallow in ineptitude slinging mud like spoiled middleschool children. I tire of the bickering between political parties. I’m weary of the slander, insults and smear campaigns by both parties left and right. When will this country get down to business and solve our issues? We need to unravel our problems and do what is right for AMERICA. Socialism and big government have proven throughout history to fail. Democracy, free-market and capitalism work. People flock here from other countries legally and illegally to make their dreams of freedom and independence come true. There are few who leave this country to find their dreams elsewhere. So in the midst of movie stars, politicians and wealthy big shots, all who have made their money through the capitalistic system, that complain it’s wrong I have this to say: “If you hate this nation so much leave and make room for those who have the capacity and intelligence to effect change for the better, not change for the sake of itself. My grandfather did not fight for the freedom of this country in order to serve the higher agenda of those with selfish motives. Those who claim to hate this nation and its government yet have no qualms about making millions through the very system they claim to detest are liars at best.”
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We need a media to report the news, not personal party agendas. Americans are not the brainless dimwits politicians would like us to believe we are, but without the proper information to make solid decisions about the good of our nation how can we be expected to understand it’s complexities? We give up trying to analyze the problems of this country because we receive information couched in slander, innuendo, greed and outright deceit. Americans need to be FOR America. Our leadership on both sides of the political coin is abandoning American ideals, morals and principles. We need to disregard the opinions of other nations, we need to disregard political correctness (another term for political cowardess), we need to disregard big business agenda and get back to what is right for America. This country has always taken on the difficult task with determination and courage. It’s time to draw upon those strengths and do what is right for Americans.
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Public Notices Glenrock Library Public Notice on Bids for House Purchase The Board of Trustees of the Converse County Library is seeking bids for the purchase moval of a two-story house located at 506 South 4th Street, Glenrock, Wy. This does NOT include the land on which the house sits. The buyer must meet all local, county, and state codes, ordinances, and laws as defined in Glenrock Town Code Book, Chapter 7, Building Code, Article V-Moving of Structures, Section 7-5-1. The buyer is responsible for all permits, fees, licenses and other costs related to the removal of the structure. The buyer is responsible for the notification of any and all appropriate town, court, and state departments, utility companies, and law enforcement agencies.
Avid Huntress Andrea Barker of Glenrock bagged this 5x6 Bull Elk South of Glenrock near Mormon Canyon in the Willow Creek area with her Mother’s 270 rifle. Nice shot Andrea! Photo © Ben Barker.
REAL ESTATE HOUSE FOR SALE - 440 Gold Pan Drive Sun Up Ridge in Glenrock - Price $198,000.00 Beautiful ranch style home in quiet residential subdivision. Three bedroom, two bathrooms and a two car garage (with gas heater!) makes this 1376 square foot home the ideal place for any family looking to buy. Built in 2006 - features include Tankless Water Heater / In Floor Hot Water Heat Dishwaser, Refrigerator, Overhead Microwave, Stove. Vaulted ceilings in main house. Master bedroom sports a wonderful walk in closet, double sink, double headed tile shower Floor coverings include wood, tile and carpet Foundation - Crawlspace AND THATS NOT ALL! Outside Features include an 8x12 shed that matches the house, front and back automatic sprinkler system, wood fenced backyard complete with a dog run, backyard porch and patio with hot tub hook up and plenty of space niceley graveled on side of house perfect for your RV, boat or other recreational vehicles. Please call 436-5797 or 267-6515 to book your appointment to view this beautiful home.
Minimum bid is $2,500.00. Bids will be accepted until 5:00 PM, November 16, 2009. Bids may be submitted to Converse County Library Board of Trustees, 300 Walnut Street, Douglas , Wy 82633 and should be marked with "House Bid" on outside of envelope. Bids will be opened on November 20 at 1:00 PM at the Converse County Library, 300 Walnut Street, Douglas, WY 82633. Interested buyers may view the house on November 6 and November 13 at 10:00 AM. The removal of the structure must be completed by December 31, 2009. Failure to meet removal deadline will result in the assessment of additional penalties by the Board of Trustees and local, county and state agencies. Questions may be addressed to Karen Hopkins, Director at above address. Photos will be posted on the library website at www.conversecountylibrary.org by clicking on the link to Building Project.
Notice of Special School Board Meeting The Converse County School District #2 Board of Trustees will have a Special Board Meeting in the Glenrock Intermediate/Middle School Auditorium at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 to gather public comment on the future of the old elementary school.
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Obituary
Lisa Ann (Korb) Bell Emmett, Idaho
. Lisa (Korb) Bell passed away at her home in Emmett, Idaho October 17, 2009 after a long illness. Lisa was born February 27, 1980 to Boyd and Jennifer Korb. Lisa attended school and graduated from Glenrock High School. She earned an associates degree from Casper College and a bachelors degree in fine arts from Boise State University. She was a talented artist and also enjoyed outdoor activities. Lisa was born in Boise, Idaho and moved to Wyoming in 1988. Lisa is survived by her husband, Jason Bell , her parents, paternal grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and her special friend Hobbs, a miniature schnauzer. She will be missed greatly and contributed a sense of compassion and caring to others. As per her wishes, she was cremated and will be buried in Twin Falls, Idaho. A memorial service will be held in the spring of 2010. Sunday, November 01, 2009
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NEWS FROM THE NEST WESTERN LAWMAKERS RESPOND TO DEPT OF INTERIOR CLIMATE CHANGE POLICY [Washington, D.C.] –Senate Western Caucus Chairman John Barrasso (R-WY), Congressional Western Caucus Chairman Rob Bishop (R-UT), and Members representing 11 Western states, responded to a Secretarial Order administered by Department of Interior Secretary Ken Salazar that will require the DOI to apply new “climate change” policies to the Department’s decisionmaking process. Click here to view the letter to Secretary Salazar. The Secretarial Order will create regional DOI Climate Change Response Centers that will apply existing and future land management agreements to a new set of restrictive regulations and mandates set forth by the
DOI. “By bypassing the congressional approval process, the Department of Interior has unilaterally created a new set of restrictive regulations and mandates that will allow special interest groups with narrowly focused agendas to dictate current and future activities on federal lands—all in the name of ‘climate change’,” said Congressman Bishop. “Westerners will suffer the most from the increased regulatory burdens that will likely stifle energy development and lead to further job loss.” *According to a recent report issued by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the West is experiencing the highest rate of regional unemployment. “I realize that Congres-
sional action on climate change is not moving as fast as the Administration may want. However, businesses in the west are worried about potential court challenges and administrative action. These new rules will allow special interest groups with narrow agendas to block all existing and future activities on federal lands in the name of climate change,” said Senator Barrasso.
and wildlife protection. These agreements made in good faith between States and the Department will now be subject to change and terms which will likely have a detrimental impact on public land users.
Western Caucus members cited concerns that the Secretarial Order will hit Western states the hardest and put into questions past and future management agreements related to oil and gas development, renewable energy development, recreational use, grazing, hunting on public and private property,
In addition to Congressman Bishop and Senator Barrasso, the letter was signed
SENIOR LUNCH MENU Monday, Nov. 2 - Stuffed green pepper, whipped potatoes, salad, whole wheat bread, apricot crisp
Happy Birthday this week to LeeRoy Lanay Shippert, Juanita Johnson, Lu Lingle, Al Schmoldt, Marie McDonald, & Jean Martzolf. Be sure to stop in anytime this month for a free Tuesday, Nov. 3 - Ham lunch courtesy of Deer Creek Drug. Please conand scalloped potatoes, tact the Center if you would like your birthday green beans, roll, salad, or anniversary added to our list. chilled peaches Wednesday, Nov. 4 Spaghetti, California blend vegetables, salad, garlic bread, pear crisp Thursday, Nov. 5 - BBQ ribs, baked potato, broccoli, French bread, coleslaw, spiced apple ring
We are having an “Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre” November 5, 6, & 7, 2009. The cost for tickets will be $10.00. Dinner includes Salad, Chili, & Cinnamon Rolls for dessert. Tickets are on sale at the Glenrock Senior Center.
Additionally, the new order could potentially cost the American taxpayer millions of dollars and have a far reaching impact on our nation’s energy supply.
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by: Senators: Mike Enzi – WY Orrin Hatch – UT David Vitter – LA John Thune – SD Representatives: Doug Lamborn – CO Don Young – AK Cynthia Lummis – WY Michael Conaway –TX Paul Broun – GA Tom McClintock – CA Jason Chaffetz – UT Denny Rehberg – MT Wally Herger – CA Dean Heller – NV
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GLENROCK WINTERFEST Vendors get ready….because coming in December is the 1st Annual Winterfest. Brought to you by the Glenrock Downtown Development Committee. Scheduled for Saturday, December 5th, and held in the Glenrock Rec Center gym. The event promises to be a great day of food, crafting, and fun! For more information or to reserve your booth space, call Lana Richardson at 436-2639 or Andrea Barker - 436-5797 or Mary Kay at the Glenrock Chamber - 436-5652
There is a Driver’s Safety class (formerly 55 Alive) scheduled for November 30, & DecemFriday, Nov. 6 - Baked ber 1, 2009. Please stop by the or call the Glenfish, baked potato, ori- rock Senior Center at 436-9442 to sign up. ental vegetables, whole wheat bread, waldorf salad, strawberries with whipped topping
The Commodities are in. This month’s items are Spaghetti Noodles, Spaghetti Sauce & Peaches. You may pick your commodities up at the Glenrock Senior Center.
Sunday, November 01, 2009
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Converse County & Beyond Assault continued Immigration attorney Adam Todd Dougherty states that “An immigration hold is placed by ICE (Immigration Customs Enforcement) when someone they believe is an illegal alien is in state custody (or federal)”. Attorney Sufen Hilf additionally states that in cases like this “… As soon as (the individ-
ual being held) is released from a state or federal custody, ICE will take over the custody and continue to hold (him) in their custody”. A call to the U.S Federal Court in Casper seeking more information was answered by a U.S. Marshall, who politely stated that he was not at liberty to discuss the Loya matter. While still in custody as of Wednesday October 28, the County Circuit Court currently has no information on Loya’s next court appearance.
OFFICIAL NONPARTISAN ELECTION BALLOT A
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QUESTION 21
Shall Converse County, Wyoming, be authorized to adopt and cause to be imposed a one percent (1%) specific purpose sales and use excise tax within the County, the proceeds from which and the interest earned thereon to be used and applied for funding the acquisition of land (if necessary), the planning, engineering, constructing, remodeling, furnishing, equipping and supplying, and, to the extent necessary and allowed by law, the payment of operation and maintenance, debt service, and/or lease payments, in the following specified principal amounts for the following purposes: 40
To collect $28,514,695 and interest earned thereon for the constructing, furnishing and equipping of a new Converse County Justice Center, which will include the Sheriff's Offices and support facilities, detention housing, County Attorney's Offices, Clerk of District Court's Offices and District and Circuit Courts?
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SPECIAL ELECTION COMING UP FOR PROPOSED NEW JUSTICE CENTER - NOV 1 Mark Dosa - Staff Reporter
A special election will take place for Converse County residents on November 3, with one item on the ballot. The “1% Specific Purpose Sales & Use Tax Election” will allow county residents the opportunity to vote for the construction of a Converse County Justice Center. Passage of the measure would temporarily increase county sales and use taxes by 1%. By law, monies raised by the increase could be used only for the “constructing, furnishing, and equipping” of the Justice Center. Also by law, once the $28,514,695 necessary to build the center has accrued, the 1% increase would expire. Sales and use taxes would then revert back to their previous
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lower level. The new Converse County Justice Center would provide sheriff’s offices and support facilities, county attorney offices, clerk of district court offices, district and circuit courts, as well as a new and much needed detention facility. Voters in the East Glenrock, West Glenrock, Rural Glenrock, Boxelder, and Rolling Hills precincts can cast their ballots at the Glenrock Recreation Center, (site of the old Grant Elementary School) located at 412 South 4th Street. Voting hours will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents from all other precincts will vote during the same hours at the Douglas Recreation Center.
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Sunday, November 01, 2009
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-Officer Performed a Citizen Assist -Officer Patrolled Rolling Hills -ACO Picked up a Cat and Took it to Magees -Officer Unlocked a Vehicle Door -ACO Patrolled Rolling Hills -Range Key Issued -Juvenile Subject Escorted to School -Traffic Accident. Fire and Ambulance dispatched -Comm Tech Performed a Notary -Rolling Hills Patrol Complete -Suspicious Vehicle. Officer investigated, all OK -Suspicious Person. Officer responded, UTL
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-Officer Performed a Welfare Check. Everything OK -Officer Found Open Door. Building and door secured -Suspicious Vehicle. Officer found all OK -OAA - 911 Hangup in the County. Child playing with phone. Unfounded -Vandalism Reported -Range Key Issued x2 -Theft of Property. Report taken -Fingerprints Taken For Employment Purposes -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed -Parking Problem. Officer spoke with vehicle owner -Civil Matter. Officer spoke with subject -Missing Juvenile. Juvenile reunited with parents
-Citizen Assist. Officer complied -Vandalism Report Taken -Patrol Notified of a Possible Motorist Assist -Open Window Reported at a Business -Officer Patrolled Rolling Hills -Comm Tech Notarized Paper -Civil Matter. Officer counseled subjects -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed
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Saturday, 10.24.09 -Suspicious Person. Officer UTL x2 -Open Door. Building se-
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Monday, 10.26.09
-Barking Dog. Dogs taken into the house -E-911 Noise Complaint. UTL -Fingerprints Taken for Employment -Theft From a Vehicle Reported -ACO Patrolled Rolling Hills -Vacation House Watch Added -Suspicious Circumstance. Officer responded -Alarm. Found to be false -Open Door. Officer responded -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed Tuesday, 10.27.09
YES on the New Justice Center! •
New Justice Center will prevent $430,000 in our tax dollars going to other counties “every year”.
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Detention center, law enforcement office, county attorney and courts all in one location.
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Law enforcement, county employees and our citizens will no longer be plagued with safety and security hazards which currently exist.
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Constructions cost are down and interest rates are at historic lows. If we wait, we’ll end up paying much more.
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Out-of-town visitors and shoppers pay a big chunk of the cost.
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Food for home consumption, gasoline and prescriptions are NOT taxed. And the one-penny tax sunsets (goes away).
Get the facts before you vote... “Keeping the detention center, law enforcement office, county attorney and courts in one location is the most cost-effective solution. It also will provide for a more secure environment for our law enforcement professionals, county employees and citizens.”
—Quentin Richardson
“With construction costs plummeting and interest rates at historic lows, this is the optimum time to get this project done. Construction costs have come down so much that we can build both the detention center and courts at a cost that is less than what we were originally projecting for just the detention center.”
—Leroy Kingery
-Medical. Everything okay -ACO Patrolled Rolling Hills -Vacation House Watch Added -Public Relations -NSF Check Brought in for Collection -Range Key Issued -Dog Bite. Converse County notified -Fingerprints Taken for Employment Purposes Wednesday, 10.28.09
“The danger, liability and cost of transporting prisoners to and from other facilities will be eliminated. The new design of the detention facility is correct and practical, providing a safer environment for county employees. The new secure courtrooms also will protect the public and staff.”
—Clint Becker
“Letting out-of-town visitors and shoppers help pay for this critical project is the best funding strategy. It’s exactly what other Wyoming counties have done to fund their justice facilities.”
—Mick Lehner
Election Day is November 3, 2009
-E-911 Medical. Negative transport -ACO Patrolled Rolling Hills -Officer Gave Drug Presentation to Middle Schoolers -Officer Patrolled Rolling Hills -Single Vehicle Rollover I-25 MM 169 South. Negative transport -Threats. Report taken -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed
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