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BREAKING - GLENROCKIAN ARRESTED IN SERIES OF GLENROCK BURGLARIES - FRONT PAGE ELECTION DAY - JUSTICE CENTER FAILS
Tuesday November 3rd proved fruitless for the anticipated 1% tax hike to pay for a new Justice Center. See story Page 7
Carrying The Right News...To The Right Places Volume #3: Issue #20
Glenrock’s Sunday Morning Hometown Local News Newspaper
...BECAUSE THEY GAVE ALL November 11th marks Veterans Day - A day where all remember and salute those men and women who served our Country SEE TRIBUTE PAGE 6
Contractor Keith Detmer Claims City at Fault
Below - Students evacuated outside Glenrock Middle School await the call to return to school while Glenrock Volunteer Firefighters secure the area and ensure the safety of our children
POPOVITCH HOSTS HISTORIC WALK
Trish Popovitch of Glenrock’s Deer Creek Research put on an Historical and Ghoulish walk during Glenrock’s first Historic Walk - See story page 2
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...
HERDERS MAKIN’ STATE HISTORY
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...
Addressing the council, Mr. Detmer claimed that the six unit structure built on 6th and Adams has required $150,000 in repair costs due to “incompetent (Glenrock) inspectors”. Mr. Detmer further claims that an alleged relationship between his plumbing subcontractor and a Glenrock building inspector created a conflict of interest.
HERDER FOOTBALL MAKING HISTORY
The Glenrock Herders accumulated a 24-0 lead at halftime and never looked back. Aside from a Lovell score to begin the 3rd quarter, the Glenrock defense kept their opponent in check, with the final outcome Glenrock 38, Lovell 7. See story page 3
Staff Photographer © Jessica Smith
GLENROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS EVACUATED
Legally defined, a general contractor is “the contractor with the main responsibility for the construction under contract, and the entity who hires all of the subcontractors for a project, with overall responsibility for the satisfactory completion of a project using (his) own forces to perform or supervise the work.”
Community.......................Page 2 The Bird Herd .................Page 3 Business Directory............Page 4 Real Estate....................... Page 5 Bird Classifieds................Page 6 News From The Nest......Page 6 County & Beyond............Page 7 Weather Vane................. Page7 Word Search....................Page 8 Police Beat........................Page 8
BIRD FINDS NEW NEST
The Glenrock Bird has once again expanded its wing! We’ve moved! See story page 2
LADY HERDERS TAKE 4th AT STATE!
On Monday, October 12, general contractor Keith Detmer appeared before the Glenrock City Council to voice a citizen’s complaint.
A conversation the same day with Kathy Patceg, Glenrock Town Planner and Building Inspector, revealed that a number of inspections had been done on the subject property. Patceg expressed confidence that the inspections were handled properly.
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Mark Dosa - General News
A call to the Detmer residence on Wednesday November 4th was returned by a woman identifying herself as Mrs. Detmer. Referring to her husbands complaint, she asked “How did you find out about this?” before terminating the conversation due to an incoming call. When Mrs. Detmer called back a few minutes later, she stated that “We handed it over to an attorney. It’s in litigation. Keith is done building in Douglas and Glenrock and doesn’t want to come back and babysit this thing.” Mrs. Detmer stated that Mr. Detmer was unable to comment on his complaint or pending lawsuit as he was “off motorcycle riding”.
SHOOTING IN FORT HOOD
A U.S. Soldier opened fire in a Readiness Center in Fort Hood, Texas. 12 lives were claimed, and 31 were injured. See story page 8
Jessica Smith - Staff Reporter
On Tuesday, November 3rd, at approximately 9:30 a.m., the Fire Department and the Police Department were dispatched to Glenrock M iddle School to investigate the cause of an alarm. Several of the teachers reported smelling gasoline prior to the automated alarm going off and the building being evacuated. Firemen took heat
CONVERSE COUNTY & BEYOND - 7
WIND MORATORIUM GETS VOTED DOWN
After much discussion, Converse County Commissioners vote down a request for a 90 day moratorium on on windmill projects.
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and smoke sensors into the building, but could find no cause for the alarm. According to Deb Roe, Dispatcher for the Glenrock Fire Department, the investigating firemen “deemed it to be [caused by] dust and fumes from the lawn equipment being used” by School District personnel. As the yard work was taking
place, it is believed that the vents on the building drew in the contaminated air and set off the alarm. The students and teachers were allowed to re-enter the building nearly 45 minutes later, once the attending firemen gave the ‘all clear’.
ARRESTS MADE IN GLENROCK BURGLARIES Arrests were Bill Keesee - Staff Reporter made in connection with the “Aces Cafe” and the “Eastgate” burglaries in Glenrock that occurred last month. The two suspects that were taken into custody are, James Bath of Douglas and Stewart Beck of Glenrock. “It is undetermined right now”, according to Chief Tom Sweet of the Glenrock Police Department, if the suspects are associated with any other robberies in the area. According to sources, Casper PD is also investigating the two suspects who may have been involved in burglaries in the Casper area as well. When asked about the formal charges against Beck and Bath, Chief Sweet referred us to the County Attorney’s Office. The bond hearing for the two suspects has not yet occurred. Chief Sweet also stated that his office is “looking into some other stuff with other agencies” concerning the two suspects, Bath and Beck. Stay tuned to At right - Eastgate Surveillance Camera recorded these images of the alleged Burglars during a burglary of the store last month.
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DEER CREEK RESEARCH HOSTS HISTORY WALK Jessica Smith - General News
GLENROCK HALLOWEEN PARADE/ CARNIVAL
GLENROCK’S DEER CREEK RV PARK LOOKS TO MAKE ROOM FOR 32 NEW SPACES
Jessica Smith - General News
Jessica Smith - General News
On Friday, October 30th, nearly 20 people gathered together for the first Glenrock History Walk. Deer Creek Research, an up-and-coming new historic research/ paranormal investigation group hosted the walk which utilized information from Glenrock’s historic--and sometimes spooky--past.
The group began their experience in the Hunt Room of the Historic Hotel Higgins as Trish Popovitch, one of the core members of Deer Creek Research, related some of Glenrock’s history intertwined with paranormal evidence collected by the crew on recent investigations, which was shown to them by another core member, Jessica Smith. As the people sat enraptured by what they were hearing and seeing, Popovitch made the history come alive for them and soon everyone was ready to take the journey around downtown Glenrock and learn more. “We talked about some of the former businesses and residents of Glenrock, often remarking on their darker or spookier traits and exploits. Fun facts like Grandma Kimball’s pharmacy on blocks in the middle of downtown, or that the little store next to the Classic Cafe used to be a jail seemed to keep people listening as I rambled on,” Popovitch stated modestly. The looks on the faces of the walk participants showed that Trish wasn’t rambling. Through her love of history, and of Glenrock, Popovitch made the walk engaging and fun, and even borrowed a favor from resident ‘ghost’ Earl Shoemaker who dressed in black and startled the crowd as they looked in the doors of the old theater. On the spur of the moment, the group decided to hold an evp (electronic voice phenomena) session in the upstairs of the Bronco building (thanks Stuart!) and caught some interesting activity on the recorder. The group, though large, was very respectful to the process and did a wonderful job with the equipment and keeping their nerves in check. Popovitch and Smith were very elated with the turnout for the event. “I was very pleased with the number of folks that came out on a brisk (to say the least) October evening to partake in what we hope becomes an annual event in Glenrock,” Popovitch stated, “I actually expected just a few to be there so the number of ghostie (and history) enthusiasts was a happy surprise. I want to thank everyone for their attendance and donations to the Deer Creek M useum.” Smith followed with, “It was fantastic! Not only was the turnout great, but the interest in what we do was phenomenal!” So what is next for Deer Creek Research and the History Walk? Trish answered this question with, “We hope to do this again next year, but Deer Creek Research will be concentrating its efforts on fund raising and investigations (organized by our determined and stalwart case manager, Patti Fulton) in the coming months. Our focus remains downtown Glenrock as there are many spirits whose acquaintance we have yet to make. And really this is our hometown and our number one priority.” The next public event for the group--which is in the planning stages, could be a wine and cheese tasting (along with some more paranormal evidence, of course) that would also be a fundraiser for the organization. Ghosts and Gouda anyone? For more information on Deer Creek Research, check out their website at deercreekresearch.wordpress.com
On October 22nd, 2009, the owner of Deer Creek RV Park, William Thompson, signed an application for a Conditional Use Permit to increase and reconfigure the spaces in the Deer Creek RV Park. The park isn’t acquiring any more land--they simply want to use the space they have and redesign the park in order to gain up to 32 new spaces. Currently, the sewer line is being worked on in order to accommodate the new spaces. Public Works has been working with the RV Park on the sewer upgrade. Deer Creek RV Park M anager, Duane M cEntee explains what some of the upgrades will be. “We’re going to put some new ones over on the west side-along the creek--and the center area, when we re-do those we’re making them
bigger,” he said. Currently the RV Park has between 32 and 34 residents, which is at this time the maximum amount the park can hold. “We’ve been full down there since that first wind farm started up north of Glenrock,” McEntee added. Along with the upgraded sewer system and park layout, there are also some possible road improvements in the park’s future. M r. M cEntee stated, “We’ll probably put some rock (or crushed asphalt) in the park alongthe roads when we get everything in place...”
Whether or not the Conditional Use Permit will be granted will be determined on November 9th, at Monday night’s Town Council Meeting.
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor: I wish to sincerely thank all of the wonderful people who supported the Glenrock High School Drama Department’s recent production of OZ! There are so, so many special folks to acknowledge, and I only hope I do not miss anyone. First of all, thank you to you folks, as always, for your support of the kids in their endeavors. And along with the public, we certainly thank our school administration, including the great support of the Booster Club, and noting in particular the dedicated support of activities director Julie Kuhlman. Secondly, I wish to acknowledge and thank Carolyn Eitel, who is the greatest Assistant Director with whom I could ever hope to work. The costuming and make-up were in large part the work of her creative genius. Next I thank Jordan Nelson, a former GHS drama student who has attained her degree in Elementary Theater Education and who voluntarily lent us her expertise as a special assistant director. Her work with choreography was a delight. Next come high school teacher Gina Kidneigh and her Business Publications class, who were all responsible for the programs and the magnificent posters which lent yet one more degree of professionalism to our show. We must certainly thank Theater Manager Bob Duncan and his technical crew, without whom you would have had no lights, no sound, and, basically, no production at all. Mr. Duncan has also restored the middle school theater to the point where it is again a working, viable, and valuable asset to our community. I wish to extend a personal thanks to the staff of this paper, the Glenrock Bird, for your incredible support of our production. The articles, the interviews, the pictures, and the follow-up interest meant so, so much to the students who worked so hard to make this production happen, and happen so very well. And, finally, comes my last thank you. Thank you, my children, my dear drama students of Glenrock High School, without whom my life would be a bit less exciting, a bit less meaningful, and just a bit less. I ask a great deal from you always, but never do I ask something that I do not know you can accomplish. You make me very proud to be a part of your incredibly important lives. Our kids are now excitedly preparing for the Wyoming State Drama Competition to be held in Casper on December 3, 4, and 5, where they will be participating in all areas of competition. Watch for further info in the local papers. Again, thanks to all.
On Saturday, October 31st, ghosts, ghouls, superheros, and dinosaurs congregated in the parking lot of DeerCreek Drug for the annual Halloween Parade. Sponsored by Deer Creek Drug and hosted by the Glenrock Area Chamber of Commerce, 34 tykes took part in the parade which wound its way through downtown businesses including: Super Foods, the Coalition Against Violence building, the 4 Aces, and the Classic Cafe before the trail ended at the Glenrock Paleontological M useum. From there the Halloween revelers were loaded onto a wagon and driven down to the M iddle School where two more hours of food, fun, and prizes awaited them at the Halloween Carnival. With activities like a fish pond, duck pit, hula hoop toss, and cake walk, to name just a few, participants in the carnival were certain to have a good time! It wasn’t all candy and cake, however, there were also pretzels and
chili available for purchase during the evening. The event was hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and Director M ary Kay Kindt couldn’t be happier with the result. “It was a huge success!” she stated with a smile. This was backed up by the fact that the group ran out of prizes--something that hasn’t happened before. M ake no mistake, the Halloween Carnival isn’t a fundraiser for the Chamber...it is simply a community-based event where other local and school groups can set up a booth and make a little money. “This is one of the fun things we do,” M ary Kay said, “because it involves the community-everybody just comes to have fun!” Judging by the looks on everyone’s faces, it appears Mary Kay was exactly right!
The “Bird” finds a new nest! The Glenrock Bird has a new location! We are now located at 506 Birch, in the same building as Glenrock’s Paleon Museum, Jerry’s Leather, The Brahma Bull Boutique, High Plains Performance, Utilatech, The Glenrock Area Chamber of Commerce and The Anglican Church. Along with our new “nest”, readers will have noticed the new format of the newspaper. With the new size, readers will see larger ads and great prices! “We have a price that every business can afford, large or small” says Wendy Beck, the new rep for the Bird. We are also offering FREE classifieds for items $100 or less.
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The Glenrock Bird is proud of Glenrock’s Midget Football Team! In fact, so much, that we chose #40 as our new Herder Sports & Events Logo for the 09/10 Herder School Year.
SPORTS & EVENTS GHS, GMS, GRANT
LADY HERDERS 2009 VOLLEYBALL “THE HEARTS OF CHAMPIONS”
Glenrock Bird Sports Reporter Bill Keesee
Coach Chandler and The Lady Herders Volleyball Team ended the 2009 season finishing 4th in the State with a disappointing loss in the 3rd place game at State Volleyball Tournament against Rawlins, but their season proved to be one that showed the true heart of a championship team! The Lady Herders returned to the State Championship Tournament this season after a 12 year absence. The Herders may not have won the Championship, but the following players did earn honors as being voted as a part of the 3A East All-Conference Volleyball Team.
These players are; Becky Downs Jordann Stewart Alexis Durbin In addition to the 3A East All-Conference honors, Becky Downs also earned honors as being picked to be a part of the Volleyball All-State Team for the 3A Conference. These individual honors are voted on by a group of sports reporters and coaches statewide and only given out to the best players in the Conference and State. The Lady Herders finished their magnificent season with a record of 22-7-3 overall with a ranking of 16th State wide. The season was made up of several obstacles but the team kept rising to the challenge and showing their grit and de-
termination that makes up a true champion. The 12 year drought ended for The Herders this season as the team put forth an inspired performance beginning at the 3A Volleyball State Tournament. The Lady Herders began the tournament with a loss to Mountain View, 3-1. The true spirit of the Herders shown through when they came back in the second match of the tournament against they defeated Pinedale, eliminating the Lady Wranglers in a win or go home match. Next up for our surging Herders were the Cody Broncs. This was a classic, hard fought match with The Lady Herders eliminating yet another opponent, winning the match by a score of 3-2, setting up the 3rd
place match against The Rawlins Outlaws who had beaten our ladies, 3-1, in the Regional Tournament. The Herders were coming into the match with a score to settle and played an inspired match jut coming up short, 3-1 in the 3rd place match. The Lady Herders have had a terrific season showing the true heart of a champion team in their play, determination and personalities. The team and coach have and continue to be a true inspiration for the community and the school. We are all proud of you and we can’t wait to see what next year brings for The Lady Herders Volleyball Team. GO HERDERS!
GLENROCK HERDERS DOMINATE LOVELL 38-7 TO ADVANCE IN PLAYOFFS Don't worry coach. As long as we're on the same page, we're all right.These words oozed over Coach Ray Kumpula like a soothing balm, and at that point he too knew that everything was fine. "I was going over our game plan with our quarterback, Kyle Farley, Kumpula said the morning after his team posted a dominating win over the Lovell Bulldogs. I was concerned because our plan was more complex in anticipation of Lovell. When Kyle told me everything was going to be all right, I immediately felt more relaxed. Kyle's 21-1 as a starter and this kid has paid his dues. His confidence made me breathe a whole lot easier." While the game certainly wasn't easy for the Herders, it may have looked that way to one of the approximately 500 fans watching from the bleachers. The Glenrock Herders accumulated a 24-0 lead at halftime and never looked back. Aside from a Lovell score to begin the 3rd quarter, the Glenrock defense kept their opponent in check, with the final outcome Glenrock 38, Lovell 7. If you told me at the beginning of the season that I'd be 9-0 now I would have said you're crazy," Kumpula revealed on Saturday morning. "We lost 15 seniors from last years team, leaving us with only 2 starters. There were so many holes to fill, so many needs. But the kids bought into the system." The system Coach Kumpula speaks of is one that instills total commitment, unwavering confidence, and an unparalleled work ethic. Obviously, these qualities don't come cheaply. We spent all summer-
weightlifting. We run the water tower hill every Friday. We watch game films 2 mornings a week at 7 a.m. Practice ends at 6 p.m. We put in the work
Jessica Smith - General News
Those wonderful performers from ‘Oz!’ are now gearing up for the State Drama Competition which will be held at Casper College on December 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Twenty-two students are competing in two events each, ranging from Dramatic M onologue to Scenic Design to Fantasy M ake-up Design. Ada Jane Pauline, the Drama Coach and Director for all the wonderful performances explains that there are no school size divisions for this competition. “We compete with schools across the state--it’s not divided like 1A, 2A, 3A,” she said, “it’s just a blanket competition between all the drama departments.” Don’t let that concern you, however. Glenrock’s Drama Department is one of the best in the state and at last year’s competition, the group brought home 15 awards! Director Pauline couldn’t be happier with the participation in the event and is looking forward to the competition. “I’m super excited that we have so many students participating and that they are participating...in every category!” she said happily. Not only are her students competing in all the categories possible, two of the crew are auditioning for scholarships to Casper College. Under the wonderful tutelage of Ada Jane Pauline, have no doubt they will get where they want to go.
That's evident coach. How else could you explain the Herders' ability to control the offensive and defensive lines, with match ups like a 150lb. Herder versus a 230 lb. Lovell Bulldog not uncommon.
Stay posted to The Glenrock Bird for updates and information about the upcoming competition as it becomes available.
CONGRATS HERDERS!
Mark Dosa
GHS DRAMA STUDENTS TO COMPETE AT STATE
Our mantra's Dustin Worthington runs the ball during playoffs last Friday October been low, 30th against Lovel. The Herders beat Lovel 38-7. hard, and fast, Kumpula recarries. The Herders ended vealed. We have to be smart- the evening with 404 rush- Stay tuned to www.theglenWIND_CITY_2 copy.tif er, faster, and harder hitting ing yards. rockbird.com for up to date than the other team. information on what could When asked if he thought be another "Perfect Season" One of the keys to Herder there were any success has been senior hurdles beguards John Likes and Col- tween his team ter Macormic. Along with and another sophomore Troy Pinkerton state champiand freshman center Hor- onship, Kumsten Pfander, these lineman pula reacted are athletic and smart, an es- to the question sential element of the Herder as one might running game. expect from a man who?s Not to be forgotten is full- already won 3 back Cory Dewald. The of them. key to our running game has always been our guards " H u r d l e s ? and our fullback, Kumpula They're all explained. All these kids, hurdles. We including Cory, have been never look very unselfish. With Cory, ahead. We he probably provides the prepare hard most important first block for every op95 percent of the time. His ponent. We've ability to kick out defensive got good ends and linebackers is out- teams out standing. there. GreyThe result of outstanding bull is next blocking, pulling, trapping, week. We're and football smarts allowed preparing for Austin Smith to power his them now. way to 151 yards rushing on 31 carries, with Dustin Be afraid Worthington racking up an Greybull. Be additional 194 yards in 23 very afraid.
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P.T. HEALTH TIPS
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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Don’t Confuse Change for Progress 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. Selfrespect 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 govedon’t care. When did we become so complacent that we are ready to tand wealth?
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Sunday, November 08, 2009
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thing, I’m runnin’ outta luck. Lookin’ for a place to bail, I pass the old fence truck. The tongue is skidding on the ground, just like a ski on snow. And I haven’t found the fortitude to find a place to go. Finally, I’m a thinkin’ “God please bless, my soul,” when the tongue it finds this little groove and hits a badger hole. The wagon, it comes to a stop; this just isn’t fair; I was trying to find a place to jump, now, I’m flying through the air. I’m bracing for the sudden stop, it’s gonna hurt like hell; my mind is racing, so am I, then suddenly I fell. My whole dang body’s achin’, I’m tryin’ to catch my breath; this little Mario excursion could have been my death. The worst it isn’t over as I finally take a stand; my pride is about to be trampled by Dad and one other hand. They watched the whole thing from the pickup, and, both were now on the ground. You’d athought they both was hurtin’ by the way they was rollin’ around. That time in my life is over, and now, it’s funny as heck. How many folks now-a-day can say, “I was in a Wagon Wreck!” Page 4
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HOUSE FOR SALE - 440 Gold Pan Drive Sun Up Ridge in Glenrock - Price $198,000.00
Glenrock Library Public Notice on Bids for House Purchase
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.
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The Board of Trustees of the Converse County Library is seeking bids for the purchase and removal 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 laocal, 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. 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.
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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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IN HONOR OF OUR VETERANS Jessica Smith - Staff Reporter
Each Veterans Day, millions of people gather to honor those among us for their service to our country, but have you ever wondered why it all began? and why it is honored on November 11th? Read on...
TO ALL THOSE WHO SERVED... YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR COUNTY, YOUR STATE, AND YOUR COUNTRY SALUTE YOU. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. • • • • • • • •
Jerry's Leather of Glenrock Superfoods of Glenrock The Classic Cafe of Glenrock Arrow S Equine of Glenrock Kathy and Mark Patceg of Glenrock Shorty Epperly and Farm Bureau of Glenrock The Shoppe of Glenrock salutes our Veterans The Brahma Bull
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thoughts, prayers and gratitude go out to the troops and their families.” Natrona Boys and Girls Club of Central Wyoming salutes our Veterans Here's Your Sign of Glenrock The Glenrock Library J & T Backhoe of Glenrock Lockwoods Carpet of Douglas • Tracy Boner - CPA Advantage
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of Douglas The Glenrock Bird of Glenrock Hardware Hank of Glenrock and Douglas The Glenrock Police Department Converse County Sheriff's Department Burns Insurance of Glenrock The All American Inn of Glenrock First Realty of Glenrock Hilltop Bingo of Casper "The Cafe" of Casper
When WWI--also known as “the war to end all wars”-officially ended with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919, the fighting had already been ceased for seven months. That earlier armistice--or temporary cessation of hostilities--between the Allied nations and Germany began at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. Because of this armistice, November 11th, 1918 became known as the actual end of the war to many people of that period. The first commemoration of Arimistice Day came via a proclomation by President Wilson in November of 1919. He said, “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled ith solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sym-
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Jason Tymes of Casper Platte Ridge Equestrian of Evansville Mabuhay Motel of Glenrock The Town of Rolling Hills Gorman Funeral Homes of Douglas The Paleon Museum of Glenrock Jay L. Magnuson, CPA - Magnuson and Associates, LLC Deer Creek Plumbing of Glenrock The Boys and Girls Club of Glenrock
pathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations...” Armistice Day became a legal holiday through the Act of 1938, which was approved in May of that year. This was a holiday created to honor veterans of World War I, but after World War II and Korea the 83rd Congress, urged by the veterans service organizations, amended that Act replacing the word ‘Armistice’ with the word ‘Veterans’. On June 1, 1954, the legislation was approved making November 11th Veterans Day--a day to honor American veterans of all wars. As you take stock of your freedom this Veterans Day, remember to say ‘thank you’ to all the men and women who have given of themselves in defense of our great nation. Veterans Day Prayer "Dear Lord Jesus Christ, those whom we honor on Nov. 11 are examples of your words: "Greater love than this no one has: that he lay down his life for his friends." They gave up their lives in the defense of freedom for their loved ones and their country. Teach me to appreciate the virtue of patriotism -a true and Christian love of country. Let me love my country, not to follow it blindly but to make it the land of goodness that it should be. Let my patriotism be such that it will not exclude the other nations of the world, but include them in a powerful love of country that has room for all others too."
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Sunday, November 08, 2009
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Happy Birthday this week to Don Korn, & Carol Christensen. Be sure to stop in anytime this month for a free lunch courtesy of Deer Creek Drug. Please contact the Center if you would like your birthday or anniversary added to our list. There is a Driver’s Safety class (formerly 55 Alive) scheduled for November 30, & December 1, 2009. Please stop by the or call the Glenrock Senior Center at 436-9442 to sign up. 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.
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Converse County & Beyond
90 DAY MORATORIUM VOTED DOWN CONVERSE COUNTY’S PROPOSED
JUSTICE CENTER FAILS IN NOVEMBER 3 ELECTION
Jessica Smith - General News
On Wednesday, November 4th, the Converse County Commissioners voted down the Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommendation to approve the 90-day moratorium (or ‘freeze’) on new, large-scale industrial development over $10 million. The suggestion was put forth with the intent that the freeze would give the County time to determine if it wanted to proceed with orderly new large-scale industry control. The motion was moved to accept and seconded, but when it went to discussion, the County Commissioners felt the recommendation could have some unintended consequences and that raised some concerns. The motion failed by a unanimous vote. The
Commissioners also discussed the possibility of some measure of regulatory oversight on industrial development of the larger scale.
Commissioner M ike Colling of Glenrock had this to say regarding his vote: “Putting a 90-day moratorium on industrial jobs over a certain amount of money would just shut this county down for 90 days... and I don’t think that was the intent, but that’s what it would do. I know they’re worried about wind turbines going into our mountainous areas...I don’t see that happening in the next 90 days. I think we have time to address that--if that’s what we want to do--without a moratorium on large-scale industrial jobs.”
Jessica Smith - General News
The optional 1% sales tax that would have built Converse County a new Justice Center failed on Tuesday by a margin of 186 votes. The results of the vote became official shortly after 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 5, after being reviewed by the Canvassing Board. The Board is made up of County Clerk Lucile Taylor, a Republican voter and a Democrat voter and usually meets approximately two days after any election to certify the results. The result was disappointing to many in the county, including our County Commissioners, among them Ed Werner. Commissioner Werner had this to
GLENROCK’S RANCHER ENERGY FILES CHAPTER 11 Mark Dosa - General News
Bankruptcy. MerriamWebster defines this word as “utter failure or impoverishment”. In the case of Rancher Energy, this foreboding definition may not be entirely representative of the status of this prominent oil development and production company. In the corporate world,
there are two major types of bankruptcy: Chapter 7 and Chapter 11. While Chapter 7 bankruptcy involves the dissolution, or breaking up, of a company, Chapter 11 bankruptcy is designed to allow a company time to reorganize debt before returning to normal business operations. Rancher Energy has filed for bankruptcy under
Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. The filing took place on October 28 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Colorado. Rancher Energy is headquartered in Denver. Rancher Energy operates the South Glenrock B Field, the Big Muddy Field, and the Cole Creek South Field, all within
say of the results: “M ostly I was disappointed but it is clear that the voters have spoken and they don’t want more taxes. The need has not gone away, so one way or another we will have to find a way to build a jail in Converse County and ultimately we will probably have to construct a new court as well to meet upcoming courtroom security requirements...Without new tax revenue we would need to find the funds from within our current structure and since we always have more requests than money available as it is, it would mean tightening our belts a bit more.” Voter turnout for the onequestion ballot was surprisingly good according close proximity to Glenrock. When Rancher finalized the purchase of the South Glenrock B and Cole Creek Fields on December 22, 2006, expectations were high that the company’s contribution to Glenrock’s economy would be substantial. Obviously, this latest development is of concern to Glenrock residents. Jon Nicolaysen, Rancher president and CEO states that “Rancher Energy is
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to Lucile Taylor who stated, “It’s wonderful to have that high of turnout...” How high? Try nearly 34%! “This county is one of the best counties to get out and cast their vote of any county in the state of Wyoming,”
Taylor added proudly. Of the 6,608 registered voters, 2,244 voted on the ballot with 1,028 for and 1,214 against.
committed to continuing its business and successfully emerging from the reorganization process. To be clear, we filed to restructure our debt and finances, and our customers and employees can be confident that we intend to keep producing oil.”
term debt obligations. Nicolaysen was elected on October 2 to replace John H. Works, who was terminated the previous day. It is hoped that Nicolaysen’s new brand of leadership provides the impetus required to successfully lead Rancher Energy back from bankruptcy. Glenrock deserves no less.
As of October 28, Rancher reported that normal operations were continuing and unaffected, with cash flow sufficient to meet short
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STORM OUT OF THE NORM Mark Dosa - Staff Reporter
Late last month, the southeast section of Wyoming and states adjacent took a wallop in the form of a blizzard more akin to what one might expect in the middle of January. The severity of the storm forced school closures and resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of flights in the Denver area. Snow was so severe that 174 pieces of specialized equipment were needed in order to keep the runways clear. Despite the intensity of the weather in Colorado, more than 100 people camped out overnight at a Fort Collins Chick-fil-A last Thursday, hoping for a chance to win a year’s worth of free weekly chicken meals. The store did provide propane heaters for the hardy campers, and treated them to hot chocolate and cookies before they bedded down for the evening. In Nebraska, three foot drifts were reported. The weather was so severe in South Da-
kota that the Mount Rushmore National Memorial was shut down. Closer to home in Cheyenne, Snow drifts were running up to 4 feet and up to 6 feet thirty miles north of the city. The Wyoming Department of Transportation reported more than 120 accidents across the state last Wednesday and Thursday but fortunately, no fatalities were reported. “Big storms like these, they seem to come around every 10 to 12 years,” stated Kyle Fredin, a National Weather Service meteorologist out of Cheyenne. A 40-mile stretch of Interstate 80 from Cheyenne to Laramie was shut down, along with a 35-mile span of Interstate I-25 from Wellington to Cheyenne. Worse yet, a 200-mile stretch of I-80 west of Big Springs to Laramie was closed to traffic. Comparatively speaking, things here in Glenrock were downright toasty. At least that’s the impression
TRAGIC SHOOTING AT FORT HOOD Mark Dosa - Staff Reporter While there is still a degree of uncertainty as to exactly what happened, the morning after the Thursday shooting deaths of American military personnel and civilians at Texas’s Fort Hood brings with it a bit more clarity about this tragic event. Army Major Nidal Malik Hasan is accused of killing 13 people and injuring 30 others, many of them soldiers. The shooting occurred inside a crowded medical processing center for soldiers returning from or about to be sent overseas, military officials said.
Apparently despondent about his pending deployment to Iraq or Afghanistan, Major Hasan, opened fire on his comrades at about 1:30 in the afternoon. Some witnesses reported hearing Hasan shout ‘Allahu Akbar’ , which is Arabic for “God is Great”, during what is being described as one of the worst shooting massacres to take place on a U.S. military base. During the rampage, soldiers, some of whom were injured, scrambled to the floor to aid the wounded. Clothes were torn to create makeshift bandages to tieoff and compress wounds.
garnered after a few city residents had the opportunity to speak their piece. “It really didn’t affect my business,” said Gary Eckhardt, Glenrock Bowl owner. “I thought we might lose some people, but only 3 bowlers failed to show,” Eckhardt revealed. “It’s tough to make up games.” When asked if road conditions created any problems for him, proprietor Eckhardt replied, “I did have a piece of equipment I ordered stuck in Cheyenne. Other than that, it (the weather) really didn’t have an affect on me.” Wendy Smith, a stylist at Hair Designs, hummed a similar tune. “Clients still came in. I’d say we were almost as busy as usual.” Police Chief Sweet responded to questions about the storm in the nonchalant manner of a man who’s seen it all, and more than a few times. “We didn’t have enough to affect anything,” Chief Sweet responded in regards to whether or not Glenrock was as affected as the rest
“God bless these soldiers,” Fort Hood commander Lt. Gen. Bob Cone said. “As horrible as it was, it could have been a whole lot worse.” Major Hasan, a 39 year old Army doctor and psychiatrist, was shot four times during the attack. He remained unconscious and on a ventilator at an undisclosed and heavily guarded medical facility as of Friday morning, November 6. Initial reports indicating that Hasan was killed during the attack proved incorrect. Hasan was born and raised in Virginia, and joined the military right out of high school. His mother and father, now deceased, were American
of Central Wyoming, which received anywhere from 1330 inches of snow, along with high winds. Burns Insurance Agency’s Sally Suppes revealed that while it was business as usual here in Glenrock, it was tough getting in touch with underwriters or accessing underwriting data, as most of the corresponding insurance companies in Denver were closed because of the untimely inclement weather. Not surprisingly, the kind folks who took a few minutes out of their day to talk about last weeks weather responded with a common theme: while it may have been a bear in other parts of the state (and country), it really wasn’t a big deal here in Glenrock. However, while Glenrock residents dodged the proverbial bullet when it came to last weeks winter storm, one must not forget that as the days creep deeper into the winter season, mother nature becomes more inclined to treat all of her children equally.
citizens who owned restaurants and a store in Roanoke. Army Specialist Jerry Richard described his own reaction to the deadly shooting as feeling “confused and shocked” as the shooting occurred. “Overseas you are ready for this. But here you can’t even defend yourself.” While on base, military personnel are generally unarmed during the performance of their duties. Stay tuned to The Glenrock Bird for updates on the names of those killed and those injured, as well as Breaking News facts on this horrific incident.
GLENROCK POLICE BEAT Thursday 10.29.09 -Citizen Assist. Officer complied -Single Vehicle Rollover I-25 M M 171-172. Fire and ambulance dispatched -Traffic Accident. Report taken -Traffic Complaint. Verbal warning issued for littering -Dispute. Citation issued for larceny/theft of puppy -Officer Performed a VIN Inspection -Range Key Issued -Comm Tech Performed a Notary -M aintenance. Public Works notified Friday 10.30.09 -Citizen Assist. Officer complied -Burglary Reported. Report taken -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x2 -Information Received and Logged Concerning Possible Juvenile Problem -Traffic Accident. Report taken -Comm Tech Performed Notary x2 -Suspicious Circumstance. Officer responded -Sick Deer. Game and Fish notified -Dog at Large. Transported to the pound -Range Key Issued -M edical. No medical needed signed refusal -M edical. One transported to Casper x2 -Reddi Report -Fraud. Report taken S aturday 10.31.09 -Domestic Dispute. Citation issued -Vandalism. Report taken -Citizen Assist. Officer complied -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x2 -Dog at Large Taken to the Pound -Property Damage. Officer took report S unday 11.01.09 -M aintenance. Public Works notified -Officer Patrolled Rolling Hills -Controlled Burn Reported in the County -Juvenile Problem. Situation resolved -Injured Eagle. Game and Fish notified -Range Key Issued -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x2 Monday 11.02.09
-M aintenance. Rocky M ountain Power notified -M aintenance. Public Works notified -Traffic Stop. Verbal warning for speed x2 -Report of Two Subjects Outside a Vehicle Fighting. Officer responded, UTL -Officer Performed Three VIN Inspections
-Theft of a Laundry Cart Reported -ACO Patrolled Rolling Hills -Tow Sticker Place on Abandoned Vehicle -Traffic Stop. Repair order issued for headlight -Officer Performed a VIN Inspection -Officer Patrolled Rolling Hills -A Found Skate Board Was Entered Into Lost and Found -Citizen Complaint. Officer notified -Comm Tech Notarized Paper x4 -Fingerprints Taken for Employment Purposes -Harassment Report. Officer took report -Traffic Stop. Verbal warning for headlight Tuesday 11.03.09 -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x2 -Citizen Assist. Officer complied -Injured Deer. Salecs notified -Ambulance Request. Transport to Casper -Fire Alarm at the M iddle School. No fire located -ACO Patrolled Rolling Hills -Officer Patrolled Rolling Hills -Suspicious Vehicle. UTL on the vehicle -Comm Tech Performed a Notary -Traffic Stop. Verbal warning issued for front plate -Traffic Stop. Verbal warning issued for expired registration -Traffic Stop. One transported to CCSO Wednesday 11.04.09 -Dogs at Large. Transported to pound -Suspicious Circumstance. Under investigation -Parking Complaint. Vehicle was moved -Dogs at Large. Returned to owner -Keys Found in Street. Entered into lost and found -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x2 -NSF Check. Under investigation -VIN Inspection Completed -Driving Complaint. Officer spoke with all parties -FingerprintsTaken for Employment Purposes -Theft of Gasoline. Report taken -Warrant Arrest. Transported to Converse County Jail -Suspicious Circumstance. Unfounded -Credit Card Fraud. Under investigation -Extra Patrol Requested -Comm Tech Performed a Notary -Parking Complaint -Suspicious Circumstance. Officer UTL -Repossession Reported -M aintenance. Public Works notified -Citizen. Negative contact
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