Sunday, March 21, 2010
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THE BIRD AT A GLANCE TOP OF THE NEWS COLIN SIMPSON TO RUN FOR GOVERNOR Colin Simpson announces his candidacy for Governor of Wyoming on Thursday, March 18th at The Holiday Inn Express in Casper.
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Statewide Offices on the Ballot for the General Election in 2010
Glenrock Wyoming’s Sunday Morning Hometown Local News Newspaper
SIMPSON TO RUN FOR GOVERNOR See story page 9
Community business crucial to the Energy Industry. Jared Williams talks about his Glenrock business that provides services to uranium, coal, gas and oil companies
Glenrock King and Queen of The Rock The 11th Annual 2010 King and Queen of the Rock Bowling Tournament took place this past weekend. See who won!
HERDER SPORTS & EVENTS - 4 Track Begins in Casper Glenrock’s Miss Cassie Wickett Goes National
CONVERSE & BEYOND - 8-9
U.S. Officials
Don’t Count Dems Out of Governor’s Race Yet
U.S. House of Representatives (2-year term)
There may not be any democrats announcing their run for Wyoming’s Gubernatorial position... yet.
Douglas Meets Dr. Suess
State Officials(all 4 year)
Douglas Intermediate School enjoyed a day of Dr. Suess and good reading from Terry Burton of Douglas.
Governor Secretary of State
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Auditor Treasurer
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Superintendent of Public Instruction
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Legislative Officials Wyoming State Senate: Odd Numbered Districts (4-year term) Wyoming House of Representatives: All Districts (2-year term) Supreme Court of Wyoming (8-year term) Barton R. Voigt Marilyn S. Kite
District Court Judges (6-year terms) 7 positions
Circuit Court Judges (4-year terms) 12 positions
The candidate filing period is from May 13 to May 28, 2010.
Note: The candidate filing period for the Town of Glenrock mirrors the state’s candidate filing period.
Colin Simpson announces his candidacy for Governor of Wyoming on Thursday, March 18th at The Holiday Inn Express in Casper. Photo © Mark Dosa by staff reporter Mark Dosa
Republican Colin Simpson threw his hat into the race for Governor of Wyoming on Thursday, March 18. First announcing his intention to seek the governorship in Cheyenne, Simpson made similar announcements in Casper and Cody later in the day.
Simpson, Colin Simpson’s experience in the Wyoming House of Representatives includes serving as Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, Vice Chairman of the Appropriations Committee, and Co-Chairman of the Select Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
Simpson’s current opponents include Matt Mead, Rita Meyer, and Ron Micheli, all previously having announced their candidacy.
Simpson remarked that his experience as Speaker of the House allowed him to boost small businesses to create jobs, along with enacting innovative programs to study ways to bring down the costs of health insurance.
It was expected that if current Governor Freudenthal decided not to run for another term, other challengers for the governor’s seat would appear.
The gubernatorial candidate is a firm believer in defending individual liberty and protecting the multiple use of public lands.
Simpson has served with the Wyoming House of Representatives since 1999, representing the 24th district. He was elected as Speaker of the House for the 2008-2009 session.
“The most important promise I can make is the one I made to myself when I decided to run,” Simpson declared during his announcement in Casper. “At the end of this race, win or lose, I will be proud of the campaign I ran. I will run a campaign that focuses on creating the best possible future for our children and grandchildren. I will run
The son of former U.S. Senator Alan Simpson and grandson on former U.S. Senator and Wyoming governor Milward
Mary Cannady (right) and Richard Cannady (left) stands with Rep. Simpson of Cody (middle) after his announcement to run for Governor. Photo © Amanda Smith
a campaign that will make Wyoming proud.” Simpson joins a formidable and highly qualified group of
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Contaminated Anti-Freeze: The Silent Enemy by staff reporter Mark Dosa
Anti-freeze is a wonderful invention. Without it, engine blocks would literally crack if allowed to sit in sub freezing temperatures. Once engine heat dissipates, water turns to ice, and the destruction begins.
coolers, and HPOP’s can cause many problems, including blown head gaskets, coolant puking, overheating, poor oil flow, and a host of other problems. Many modern diesels have a 100,000 mile coolant change interval. While this may be fine for uncontaminated fluid, it could be a problem if you have sand in your block.
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While quality anti-freeze comes uncontaminated from the factory, there may be contaminants lurking in Take a look at your coolyour cooling system that ant reservoir. If you see can wreck havoc with var- will black residue or flakes in Kindergarten Registration be held March 30, 2010 ious engine components. it, that’s a sign that all may at 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Grant. Allnot 4 and 5 year-olds, be right with yourwhose antibirthday falls on or before September 15th Take a modern, emissions freeze mixture. are invited diesel powered toequipped attend. Registration consists of (1) an informational light truck for example. There and/or are a turning numberin reof Parent Orientation, (2) Completing Water paperwork, pumps, emissions ways you visit can to address the quired and (3) The child’s the classequipment (like exhaust problem. The simplest rooms. Parents need coolto bringway current regas recirculation is to immunization put a large capaccords an official birth certificate. All ers, orand EGR coolers)and andoriginal ity pan under your radiahigh-pressure pumps at documents willoil be returned end of the tor,the disconnect theevening. bottom (HPOP’s) are all suscephose, and drain some of This is a wonderful introduction for your child and we tible to contaminated antithe fluid into the pan. Look look forward to meeting you and showing you around freeze. at the bottom of the pan. If our exciting classroom! you see sand, replace what A variety of debris types you’ve drained out with can pollute your vehicles Registration packets are available the Grantstart Elnew, now cleanatcoolant, antifreeze,office, but and one will youalsothe runnight for ementary be engine, availableletonit the not have considered few minutes, let it cool,at ofmay registration. Please returna completed paperwork may have been present then repeat the process unRegistration. are see registered since the day All youstudents bought who til you little or by no April sand 1st will be entered for free backpacks your vehicle: sand.in a drawing in the drained coolant.loaded with school supplies! For more information, please Many modern diesel en- Another option is to purcall 436-2774. gine blocks are sand cast, chase a coolant filter asand despite the best efforts sembly. These are not of the manufacturer, quite cheap (typically about often sand remains in the $200 with three filters) but block, circulating through it’s amazing to see the crud and eventually clogging they remove from your and damaging components cooling system. like the water pump, EGR coolers, and HPOP’s. Bad water pumps, clogged EGR coolers, and failed These components are not HPOP’s can many times only expensive but quite be attributed to sand ridoften labor intensive to den or otherwise contamireplace, as they sit in rela- nated coolant clogging tively inaccessible parts of and eventually destroying the engine bay, making the these components. total cost of replacement expensive. A simple check to see if Even if your vehicle is un- your coolant contains sand der warranty, you're still or other hard contaminants without your truck while can go a long way in enit's being repaired. Down suring that these expensive time for your working to replace and expensive to truck is not a good thing. install components remain unclogged and in good Bad water pumps, EGR shape.
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BOWLING IS RIGHT DOWN OUR ALLEY by staff reporter Susan Stoltz
The 11th Annual 2010 King and Queen of the Rock Bowling Tournament was held this past weekend March 12 – 14th. Bowlers from all over the state came together for good times, good bowling and great fun. Friday brought the Men’s Qualifier and 118 men bowled for their positions in the tournament. The rest of the weekend alternated between men’s and women’s competition. A total of forty-eight men and thirtysix women participated in the two-day event. The King and Queen of the Rock were Mark Schwartzkopf and Jacque Waldock both of Glenrock. More than $30,000 in cash and prizes was awarded with many door prizes. “The prize money seems to grow every year,� said Tisha Faunce. “We’re fortunate to have so many great supporters.� We would like to extend a gracious thank you to our tournament sponsors. Without them
this event would not be a success: Diamond Rock Sponsors: Whites Mountain Chevrolet, Northern Lights Energy Co., Parkinson Concrete, Amcon, Carla Bloem PA-C, Communicomm, Diverse Construction, Money Express. Ruby Rock Sponsors: Glenrock Super Foods, Country Style Processing, GMBA, GWBA, Short Powerline Service, CPA Consulting Group, Fred Smith Ranch, King of the Rock Mark Schwartzkopf (right) and Queen of the Rock Jacque Woldock of Glenrock stand proud with Glenrock Bowl owner Gary Eckhardt Faunce Automotive, Wildafter being announced King and Queen of the Rock during last weekends life Creations International, marathon bowling Tournament in Glenrock. Photo Š Andrea Barker The Tire Professionals Inc., Truett Neese Insurance Co., Eastgate Service, Hair Designs Thanks to Gary Eckhardt and Outlaw Drilling, Lazer Con- Unlimited, Deb’s Diner, Wilder- Glenrock Bowl for hosting this struction, Don’s Mobile Carpet. ness Ridge, Deer Creek lounge, event, and to the tournament Farley’s Imports, Douglas Com- committee Don Flynn, and Bart Granite Rock Sponsors: Reiter munity Golf Course, Casper Butcher. Machine & Fabrication, Napa Country Club, Paradise Valley of Glenrock, Ft. Diablo, Here’s Golf Club. Your Sign, Schell Construction, The Glenrock Bird, Glenrock Breakfast House, All American Inn, Glenrock Blue, Glenrock Hardware Hank, J&T Backhoe Service, Red’s Speedylube & Service, Knotty Pine, Flick’s Video, Classic Cafe & Pizza,
LOCAL CHURCH HAPPENINGS
TOPS WY 1073 February Awards TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 1073 recognized and awarded Jo Ann Loos, Greta Peppersack, and Peaches Richards for having the diligence to weigh in four consecutive weeks in a row. Congratulations to these faithful KOPS (Keep Off Pounds Sensibly) members. Officers were elected for 2010. Jo Ann Loos was elected Leader, Betty Carpenter Co-Leader, Dorothy Snell Secretary, and Glennda Wilcox Treasurer. Jo Ann Loos appointed Glennda Wilcox as weight recorder and Jeannette Stanton as assistant weight recorder. Officers and appointees will be installed on March 31, 2010, and will formally assume their positions on April 7, 2010.
Glenrock First Southern Baptist Men’s Bible Study: Tu., Mar 16, 6:30 p.m. at Rec. Ctr. GRUB night: Wed., Wed., Mar 17, 6:30 p.m. Good News Club: Th., Mar 18, 3:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Call Colleen at 436-2630 for bus ride from Grant Elem.) Ladies Get Together: Saturday March 27th from 1-2pm Dana Kinion presents “Season Your Life With Heaven�
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(located at Second and Cedar in Glenrock) Christ in the Passover: Mo., Mar 29, 7:00 p.m. Jesus’ Last Supper was actually a Jewish Passover. Morgan Rapp of Jews for Jesus will re-create thetraditional Passover service and explain how it foreshadowed Jesus’ death and resurrection in a presentation called “Christ in the Passover�. There is no admission charge. A free will offering will be collected. (Contact Pastor Rick Bishop at 436-2239 for more information.)
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Palm Sunday Masses: Sa., Mar 27, 5:30 p.m. Su., Mar 28, 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Holy Thursday Mass of the Lordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Supper: Th., Apr 1, 7:00 p.m. - Good Friday Service of the Lordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Passion: Fr., Apr 2, 7:00 p.m. - Easter Vigil: Sa., Apr 3, 8:00 p.m. - Easter Sunday Mass: Su., Apr 4, 9:00 a.m. ***200 Club Fundraiser*** The 200 Club Fundraiser will be held Saturday, April 10, starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $100 (one ticket for two guests) with a maximum of 200 tickets to be sold. Ticket price includes a meal, silent auction, a prize for every table, and music provided by Chad Lore. Each ticket entitles the holder to enter a drawing, with 1 prize $1500, 2nd $1,000 and 3rd $500. Way of the Cross: Wednesdays during Lent after the 7:00 p.m. Mass. HOLY WEEK & EASTER SERVICES Palm Sunday Masses: Saturday, March 27, 5:30 PM & Sunday, March 28, 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM Holy Thursday Mass of the Lordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Supper: April 1, 7:00 PM Good Friday Service of the Lordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Passion: April 2, 7:00 PM Easter Vigil: April 3, 8:00 PM Easter Sunday Mass: April 4, 9:00 AM.
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COMEDIAN RHONDA MAYES BRINGS LAUGHS TO GLENROCK’S SHORELINER by staff reporter Mark Dosa
Wednesday’s can be rough, and there’s a reason it’s called “hump” day. Crest the peak that is Wednesday, and all of a sudden Friday seems within rea-
sonable reach. The Shoreliner knows this and has recently provided mid-week comedy to keep spirits up and morale high as the workweek reaches its zenith.
This past Wednesday, comedian Rhonda Mayes provided the humor and laughs to a receptive Shoreliner crowd. Mayes’s delivery was rapid fire and raw, bringing big smiles and belly laughs from the crowd.
The bar was packed to capacity, as Glenrock residents are realizing that the Shoreliner has developed a knack for finding comedians who truly can deliver the goods. The Shoreliner’s Kevin Tate raised $300 for a local hospice, even though it meant having to wear a skirt for three hours. You gotta love this guy.
Comedian Rhonda Mayes put on a great performance on Saint Patrick’s Day at The Shoreliner Wed night. Photo © Mark Dosa
Next up on the radar is Comedy Central comedian Jason Evans, scheduled to appear at the Shoreliner on April 16.
A full house of laughter and great times, at the Shoreliner’s “Thank You” Glenrock Party put on by Holly last Wednesday night during the Shoreliner’s Saint Patrick’s Day Comedy Night. Photo © Mark Dosa
Since this Friday in April comes just after tax day, the Shoreliner’s Tate will have
a “buy one beer, get half off on the second” promotion.
Tate wants everyone to know that “You don’t have to go to Casper for good entertainment”. Based on the response of Wednesday’s crowd, Tate would appear correct.
GLENROCK’S PROCESS POWER & CONTROL INC. CRUCIAL TO THE ENERGY INDUSTRY by staff reporter Mark Dosa Jared Williams has owned and operated Process Power for the better part of five years. During this time, the amiable boss of over thirty employees has provided services for a wealth of uranium, coal, gas, and oil companies. Cameco, Devon Energy, Peabody Energy, DCP Midstream, and Merit Energy are a few of the companies that Williams has worked with over the last half decade. “Right now,” Williams of-
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fered, “We’re working on the Crow Butte project (for Cameco) in Crawford, Nebraska. We’re adding a pond treatment facility with all the piping, electrical, and mechanical installations.” Crow Butte is an in situ uranium mine owned by Cameco. Additionally, Process Power designs and installs monitoring equipment used by energy industry concerns. Vibration is a problem that needs to be controlled and monitored. “We’re currently working on a big vibration
project for a coal mine,” Williams mentioned. “We set up monitors on conveyor belts and conveyor belt motors.” These monitors can help coal mine personnel determine when conveyor belts have become ripped or damaged and when motor bearings are wearing out.
business in Worland and acts as the company’s Construction Engineer.
With most of the work initially coming from the oil, gas and coal industries, Williams finds that many of his jobs now are related to uranium mines.
With its vast experience in the energy industry, Glenrock’s Process Power helps keep oil, gas, coal, and uranium facilities all around the country operating safely and at peak efficiency.
Williams’s crew includes four master electricians and brother Jonathon, who owns a similar
Licensed to operate in Wyoming, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Colorado, Process Power provides turnkey services for its clients.
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“Process Control Demo Skid.” Capable of monitoring and controlling pressure flow and fluid level. Often used in a variety of energy industry applications. Photo © Mark Dosa
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The Glenrock Bird is proud of Glenrock’s Championship 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.
HERDER TRACK KICKS OFF IN CASPER by staff reporter Mark Dosa Weather willing, the Herder Track team will have competed in the NC Early Bird in Casper on Saturday, March 20. This year’s team is composed of fourteen freshmen, fifteen sophomores, fifteen juniors, and nine seniors. Head Coach Al Finch will work with the distance runners, while Coach Tony Lehner will train long jumpers, triple jumpers, and sprinters. Coach Ray Kumpula will focus solely on pole-vaulters. Many team members are
participating in a variety of events during practice, as many event assignments are still to be determined. During a warm and sunny Wednesday last week, boys and girls could be seen working on pole vault techniques, practicing relay handoffs, running the hurdles, adjusting take off points for the high jump, and doing practice runs through the long jump pit. Off the track proper, weight event participants (shot put and discuss athletes) could be seen practicing the intricate moves that are crucial to a good throw.
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The team as a whole seemed loose and was enjoying the weather. Athletes were keen to determine their skill and fitness levels in order to focus on areas that need attention.
Understanding Dizziness and Our Balance System
The primary role of the balance system is to allow us to interact and maintain contact with our surroundings in a safe and efficient manner. Just think how much we move in the course of a day. How do we maintain balance with all that is happening to us and around us?
Tere will be twelve track meets this year, including the State Track Meet, which will be the culminating event of the season, a three-day event starting on Thursday, May 20. Stay tuned for results from the Casper meet (weather permitting) and other meets as they occur in future issues of The Glenrock Bird.
Information is gathered through our muscles and joints, visual system, and vestibular system (inner ear) as we move through our environment. The information is then sent to the brainstem for integration, processing, and appropriate response. Kara Lutz works on her run up technique during pole vault practice last week. Photo © Mark Dosa
CASSEY WICKETT TO COMPETE IN WOMEN’S NATIONAL WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP by staff reporter Mark Dosa
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Cassey Wickett is a fresh faced thirteen year old with a quick smile, engaging personality, and sharp-witted sense of humor.
Cassey’s career is replete with awards and recognition. Last year, she placed 1st in the Women’s Freestyle Nationals for 5th and 6th graders, and was Wyoming State Champion in women’s folk style. Perhaps Cassey’s most prestigious award to date is the coveted Governor’s award, presented to her last year after a board of USA Wrestling officials looked at her record. Her excellent 2009 season left little doubt in the minds of the officials that she earned and deserved the accolade.
However, the likeable 7th grader is all business when it comes to her sport of choice – folk style wrestling. Cassey excels in this event. Last year, she came in third as a 6th grader in the Oklahoma Women’s Folk style Nationals, competing against 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. This year, Cassey will be returning to Oklahoma City, one year older and one year wiser. Competing as a 7th grader in the 126-pound division, the young middle school student has high expectations. “I’ve been wrestling since I was seven,” Cassey recalled. Cassey has been affiliated with the Glenrock Wresting Club for the last seven years, and competes under the USA
While Cassey competes in all three wrestling events – folk style, freestyle, and GrecoRoman - she claims folk style is her favorite.
mon, and prohibits the wrester from grabbing her opponent below the waist. Cassey prefers folk style because its “More about control”, this despite the fact that she was National Champ at her grade level in Freestyle last year. The likeable kid has been relatively free of wrestling related injuries this year, except for a mysterious stomach ailment that has yet to be diagnosed to the satisfaction of her parents Julie Wickett (left) stands proudly with daughter Cassey Wickett Julie and Dave. before wrestling practice last week. Photo © Mark Dosa
Folk style is the type of wrestling seen in high school, while Freestyle is the style used in college and Olympic wrestling.
Asked to demonstrate some of her favorite moves, Cassey enlisted the help of mom Julie, who graciously allowed herself to be subjected to ominous sounding wrestling moves like the “butcher”, “cradle”, and “scissors”.
Greco-Roman is less com-
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mom Julie gamely endured the pain, as some of these moves seemed designed to relocate Julie’s arm somewhere else on her body. The demonstration complete, mom and daughter got together for some pictures. Looking at their smiling faces, it was
hard to imagine that just minutes before Cassey looked to be squeezing the life out of her mom. I pity whoever matches up with Cassey in Oklahoma.
The information coming into our muscles and joints and our visual system is constantly changing as we move, but our vestibular system is unchanging. As long as the information coming into our brain from these 3 systems is non-conflicting and predictable, our balance/equilibrium is stable. Sounds pretty easy right? Not always so. When a conflict between systems occurs, the brainstem has to respond quickly to adjust to the problem or imbalance and dizziness happens. The vestibular system is the one system that is constant and the brainstem will rely more on vestibular information for maintenance of balance.
When the vestibular system is injured or weak, symptoms of dizziness, spinning/vertigo, nausea, and imbalance can occur, as well as visual problems like blurring or “jumpy” vision. Some common vestibular related disorders are BPPV (positional vertigo), vestibular neuritis (vestibular nerve inflammation), Meniere’s disease, inner ear problems from head injuries/blows to the head, allergies, migraines, ototoxicity (drugs or chemicals that ear harmful to the inner ear), aging, and Mal de Debarquement (sensation of rocking after a cruise or other travel).
The good news….in most cases the symptoms of dizziness or vertigo can be reduced or eliminated and balance improved. Call the Wyoming Center for Dizziness and Balance today at 307-235-3910.
Jospeh Taylor wrestles in Wheatland last week, taking home a First Place to Glenrock. Photo © Tammy Taylor Grapplers competed in Wheatlend at the High Plains Thunder wrestling tournament. The results were as follows: Aftin Matthews 9-10, 55 pounds 2nd place Zane Moore 9-10 60 pounds, 4th place Joseph Taylor 11-12, 65 pounds 1st place Kayla Likes 11-12, 95 pounds 2nd placed Cassie Wickett 13-14 120 pounds 3rd place
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NEWS FROM THE NEST Barrasso: Dems’ Health Care Bill Will Hurt Patients, Bankrupt Country “I can tell you as a doctor, the simple truth is this health care bill is bad for patients, it’s bad for providers; our doctors, our nurses and our hospitals." March 18, 2010 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) joined other GOP physicians at a press conference on Capitol Hill regarding the Democrats’ health care bill. Senator Barrasso is one of two physicians in the U.S. Senate, an orthopedic trauma surgeon and former president of the Wyoming Medical Society. Excerpts from Senator Barrasso’s speech: “I want to thank everyone for joining us today. You’re looking at a number of physicians, people who have practiced
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medicine around the country in their home districts for many years. I’m John Barrasso from Wyoming, an orthopedic surgeon taking care of the families around the state of Wyoming for the last quarter century and serving now in the United States Senate.” “I can tell you as a doctor, the simple truth is this health care bill is bad for patients, it’s bad for providers; our doctors, our nurses and our hospitals. As well as it’s bad for payers – the American people who are going to end up having to pay this bill.” “You take a look at this and the President continues to talk about making sure more people are covered. But that doesn’t mean more people will get care. And there’s a fundamental disconnect when he says he’s going to solve this
by putting 15 million more people on Medicaid. There’s a front page New York Times two days ago that says both doctors and patients are dropping out of Medicaid because the reimbursement is so low.” “In the Seattle Times yesterday, going coast-to-coast, the Walgreens drug stores – a 131 of them – said we don’t want any new Medicaid patients.” “So I’m delighted that all of you are here to listen to our comments. We’re going to hear from physicians with who have a great deal of experience. In Wyoming, I took care of a number of patients from Canada- people that have come from Canada for health care. It’s not just a Member of Parliament or the Premier of Newfoundland who comes to the United States for care. 33,000 Canadians last year came to the United States for surgery because even though they had coverage in Canada, they couldn’t get care because the waiting lines were so long. It wasn’t just there. In Mas-
sachusetts as well, the waiting time now is 42 days – 42 days to get an appointment to see a family physician. And it’s the most expensive insurance state in the country. And they’re the ones that have a health care system that is closest to what the President and the Democrats are trying to force through Congress.” “We have better solutions; we believe we need to go in a step by step process. The President this morning is signing a jobs bill. He said the first of several. That’s what we ought to do with health care. Go stepby-step in a positive direction with solutions that we know work for the American people. Not a trillion dollar bill that cuts Medicare by 500 billion dollars from our seniors who depend upon Medicare for their health care. Not raises taxes by another 500 billion dollars, and a bill that is absolutely loaded with sweetheart deals. And yesterday on Fox, the President said the ‘Louisiana Purchase’ is going to stay in no matter what happens. That’s what we’re dealing with.”
COWBOY CORNER Cowboy Poet Columnist TJ Casey
TJ Casey is a singer/songwriter, storyteller, composer and entertainer. He was raised up on ranches in Wyoming and Montana and now teaches the "Code of the West" and poetry to students all across America. Check him out at: www.tjcasey.net.
COWBOY CORNER IS TAKING A SHORT BREAK AND WILL RETURN NEXT WEEK WITH MORE GREAT COWBOY POETRY!
The Same Home on the Range I remember those days, and the stories we heard; ‘round the campfire out in the sage. The stories passed down on the wings of a bird; as our heritage turned a new page. I sat and I pondered my mind gone a tussle; since the old times much hasn’t changed. Me and Will James and ol’ C.M. Russell; have shared the same home on the range.
I was raised up on venison down on the border; Wyoming and Montana home. Some things I won’t mention when you just can’t afford ‘er; it’ll cause a young cowboy to roam. Had whiskey for breakfast and coffee at dinner; there were times I knew I could fly. But I always held steadfast, whether loser or winner; and I’ll look you right square in the eye.
I was raised in this country we know as Montana; I’ve been here, since I was a child. From the Big Horns to the Pryors, round them deep lonely canyons; we were young, we were bold and plumb wild.
Reminiscing I wonder where the good days have gone; wish that I was a young man again. Then I look over yonder and watch the first dawn; could I ride like I did way back when.
We rode those rank ponies and gathered wild cattle; on the dryhead just above the divide. Some mornings was easy, and some hang and rattle; back then we all learned to ride.
Well, I saddled my pony and I stepped up aboard; my mind raced me back to my youth. For all the times I was lonely, I’ve not one bad word; sure am glad them old boys told the truth.
THE NIGHT HAWK I’m Just Sayin.... Columnist Susan R. Stoltz Susan is owner/editor of Women Out West Magazine, featured speaker at writers conferences nationwide including Women Writing the West, Ozark Creative Writers and Writing the Rockies. As a freelance writer Susan has been featured in Open Range Magazine, Cactus Creek Daily and on the website of the National Association of Baby Boomers. Photo © Amanda Smith
Charitable Organizations I’m Just Sayin’
Yesterday I received mail from The March of Dimes. Included in the envelope was an actual dime, a bunch of return address stickers and pages of information pleading for money. Let me preface this entire article by saying that I believe in charitable organizations. I am a firm advocate of helping those in need when they cannot help themselves. What I don’t understand is this. Why are they wasting all the money mailing out dimes and paraphernalia when those dimes could benefit those in need more directly? I know what it costs to print so many pages of material. The return address stickers cost more. Sending actual dimes to people? This makes no sense to me whatsoever.
some sort of data that supports the expenditure. Perhaps the campaign gleans more than the cost. But I ran a few numbers. If they sent a dime to five million potential donors that constitutes half a million dollars. This doesn’t count the printed material; return address labels and the postage involved. That’s a lot of money, and chances are they send their request to more than five million people.
I don’t know about anybody else, but I’m always inclined to give more to the organizations who spend less on printed material, less on administration and concentrate more on routing their funds directly to those in need. I’m just sayin…….
Statistically there must be
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POLICE BEAT Thursday, 3.11.10 Rolling Hills patrol completed x 3 E-911 rollover, emergency units dispatched Traffic accident, emergency units dispatched Dogs at large reported, ACO responded Traffic stop, verbal warning for brake light Found property, owner found Dispute, officer spoke with subject Shoplifting, under investigation Friday, 3.12.10 Rolling Hills patrol complete Ambulance, one transported to Casper Barking dog, message left for owner Dog at large, ACO chained dog up in its yard, left message for owner Traffic stop, subject arrested for possession of marijuana and transported to Converse County jail Ambulance, one transported to Casper Suspicious person, officer was UTL Information logged Animal, ACO notified Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for driving habits Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for driver side headlamp Traffic stop, citation issued for speed Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for broken taillight Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for stop sign Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for speed Ambulance request, transport to Casper Saturday, 3.13.10 Suspicious persons reported Dog at large, officer was UTL Siren testing reported Comm tech performed a notary x2 Driving complaint reported Single vehicle rollover, fire and ambulance dispatched Range key issued Maintenance requested, PW notified Officer performed a civil standby Concerned citizen, officer located vehicle parked Parking citation issued for parked facing traffic
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Water leak, PW notified Problem between ex boyfriend and ex girlfriend, referred to the coalition Ambulance, one transported to Casper OAA-request from Casper probation and parole to check if a subject was at home. Negative contact. Officer reported a streetlight, PP&L notified Tuesday, 3.16.10 Rolling Hills patrol completed Traffic stop, citations for stop sign and insurance Comm tech notarized a paper x 2 Traffic stop, citation for no registration Dog at large reported, ACO responded Dog at large, officer was UTL Water leak, PW notified Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for driving habits Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for stop sign Civil matter, officer spoke with parties Wednesday, 3.17.10 Rolling Hills patrol completed x 3 Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for speed x 3 Dog at large, ACO spoke with owner Fire in the county, determined to be a controlled burn Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for no front plate Traffic stop, no visible registration, had notarized title
GLENROCK LIBRARY NEWS O’siyo! Hello in Cherokee from the library! Read Me A Story for March 20 – March 27: Dora’s Search For The Seasons by Samantha Berger. Pick up the phone this week and listen to a story for a change! Call 436-2353. You may notice as you wind yourself around to the nonfiction there has been a small change. For your convenience, we have separated our young adult/juvenile from the adult nonfiction. There’s been a new face at the library on Wednesday afternoons. Casey McKillip has been coming in to help Margaret at the circulation desk. This is in cooperation with the Life Skills Class from the high school. We do appreciation all that she does. She will be with us until the end of the school year, so come in and say hi! The computer class at the high school, under the supervision of Ms. Kidneigh, will soon be turning out the cookbooks for the foundation board. The library is taking down names for whoever is interested in purchasing the community cookbook. Thank you for your patience. You may come in and order a cookbook for $10.00. After April 1 the cost will increase to $15.00, according to the foundation board. Story time has burst into an array of color. Come start your day with your favorite color. Story time is open to anyone 5 years old and under with an adult. We’re on the web at http:wyldweb.state.wy.us/glen. Our phone number is 436-2573. Fax number is 436-8525. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 10:00 to 5:00. Tuesday and Thursday: 10:00 to 8:00. Saturday: 10:00 to 1:00. Closed Sundays.
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Senior Shenanigans
Happy Birthday this week to Mick Lehner Sr., Elois Miller, Bill Mooney, Charley Ambrose, & Ruby Carney. 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.
Join us every Monday in March for lunch….it’s just a buck! Also all during March, bring a senior who has not been to the Glenrock Senior Center for at least 6 months, and enter to win a $50 gift certificate to a local vendor of your choice.
We will be having our annual Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast on March 28th from 8am-12pm. The cost for breakfast this year is $6.00/person. Children 5 and under are free! Hope to see you all there!!
March Commodities are available for pick-up. This month’s Commodities are northern beans, instant milk, tomato soup, and egg noodles. The Commodity Program is not limited to senior citizens. If you would like more information about the Commodity program, or to see if you qualify, please contact Nancie Fink at 436-9442
SENIOR MENU Monday, March 22 Meatloaf, Parsley Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Roll, Salad, Peaches Tuesday, March 23 Tacos (Hard or Soft), Peas & Carrots, Lettuce, Tomato,Onion & Cheese, Fruit Salad, Carrot Cake
Local records check completed Phone line maintenance QWEST notified Suspicious person, officer spoke with subject Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for registration Traffic stop, verbal warning issued for brake lights
Wednesday, March 24 Baked Liver & Onions, Mashed Potatoes, Green
Beans,Roll, Salad, Applesauce Thursday, March 25 Oven Fried Chicken, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Mixed Vegetables, Salad, Berry Tart Friday, March 26 Tuna Noodle Bake, Peas, Roll, Salad, Mandarin Oranges
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Sunday, 3.14.10 Rolling Hills patrol completed x 3 Fight reported at local establishment Range key issued Traffic stop, verbal warning for speed Civil standby requested, officer complied OAA possible intoxicated subject in the county, UTL Monday, 3.15.10 Rolling Hills patrol completed x 3 Fingerprints taken for employment x 3 Dog at large, ACO notified Comm tech notarized paper x 2 Citizen assist, officer responded Local records check completed Officer counseled several skate boarders Comm tech performed a notary Dog at large, UTL Juveniles racing four wheelers, UTL Dog chasing horses, message will be left for ACO
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READ ACROSS AMERICA Dr. Seuss in Douglas
GRASSHOPPER INFESTATION POTENTIAL PROBLEM DURING SUMMER MONTHS
by staff reporter Susan Stoltz
On March 2, 2010 Douglas Intermediate School, along with schools across the nation celebrated Read Across America Day. This also happens to be the anniversary of Dr. Seuss’s birthday. What is Read Across America Day you may ask? According to the National Education Associations website; “Read Across America is a program of the National Education Association (NEA) now in its eighth year. NEA’s Read Across America Day--celebrated annually on Dr. Seuss's birthday, March 2--generates enthusiasm for reading nationwide and focuses the country’s attention on how important it is to motivate children to read. Reading opens the doors to achievement, and Read Across America Day celebrations—whether large or small—are crucial building blocks toward making the joys of reading an integral part of every child’s life.” Terry Burton, a substitute teacher, makes certain she reserves this day so that she may participate in reading to classrooms. This year she read Walter the Farting by Dog by Kotzwinkle, Murray and Coleman to Mrs. Fenner’s fifth grade class at Douglas Intermediate School.
by staff reporter Mark Dosa
In the summer months of 2009, grasshopper infestation in Converse County was a widespread nuisance. On the other hand, the pests were relatively scarce during the summer of 2008. The forecasting of an infestation is akin to the forecasting of weather; it is an inexact science. In anticipation of another grasshopper infestation during the summer of 2010, representatives from Weed and Pest in Douglas discussed the problem with the Converse County Board of Commissioners during a September 19, 2009 meeting. During the meeting, a special program was discussed that would allow county residents the opportunity to have their agricultural land treated for approximately $3.09 per acre, with the landowner
responsible for 20%, or approximately $0.62 cents of the per acre cost, with Weed and Pest picking up the balance. At a subsequent meeting on March 10, 2010, Commissioner Edwards moved to support the request of Weed and Pest to assess an additional one mill (one mill is 1/10 of 1 cent) per every dollar of assessed land value for grasshopper control in Converse County should the need arise. Mr. Colling seconded, and the motion carried. For residential and commercial land owners, the County would take the fair market value (FMV) of your property and multiply it by 9 ½ % to come up with a County value for assessment. For example, assume you own a piece of residential or commercial property valued at $100,000. The county would multiply this by 9 ½ % (.095) to arrive at $9,500.
DOUGLAS ARREST MADE IN DRUG BUST by staff reporter Mark Dosa
The one mill assessment would be based on $9,500. Your assessment for grasshopper control would be $9,500 x 1/10 of a cent, which is $9,500 x .001, or $9.50. So, for residential and commercial property owners, expect to pay an additional $9.50 for every $100,000 of FMV. Owners of agricultural property would be assessed in a similar fashion, but production value of the property instead of FMV would be used. Industrial properties (like the power plant) would be assessed based on 11 ½% of FMV, while mineral properties (e.g. coal, gas, oil, uranium) would be assessed on 100% of the properties FMV.
The Converse County Sheriff’s Office has received information over the last several months from citizens concerned about drug activity in the community. Douglas resident Kristen Braig was allegedly implicated in selling marijuana to a number of people in the Douglas area, and on March 12 information was received that Braig obtained a significant quantity of the drug to sell in the Converse County area. Shortly after the information was received, Converse County Sheriff’s Deputies made contact with Braig in Douglas. The Douglas Police Department K-9 unit responded to
the scene, and the K-9 dog alerted the officer to Braig’s vehicle. During the investigation, Braig admitted to having ½ pound of marijuana.
Subsequent investigation by the Converse County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Douglas Police Department, led to the recovery of ½ pound of high-grade marijuana in Braig’s vehicle.
Converse County Sheriff Clint Becker stated on Friday, March 19, that Braig has been charged with “Felony possession of a controlled substance, with conspiracy to deliver.”
Deputy Dwyer stated from the Converse County Detention Center that Braig posted bail on March 15, and was released on a secured cash bond.
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“The schools celebrate Read Across America Day every year for Dr Seuss's birthday. The classrooms have guest readers all day and many of the classes wear pajamas! What a great way to celebrate reading is fun! I go to the Primary School and Intermediate School and read to several of the classrooms every year. It's my favorite school day each year.” Some of the favorite Dr. Seuss books are: Green Eggs & Ham, Fox In Socks, and Oh the Places You’ll Go!
Terry Burton with Granddaughter Ryann Bevers reads Walter The Farting Dog to Douglas Intermediate School 5th graders in Douglas. Photo courtesy Terry Burton.
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Wyoming State Hunting Championships May 8 in Upton
DON’T COUNT WYO DEMS OUT OF GOV’S RACE YET, HISTORIAN SAYS by Mary Angell
The fact that there are no democrats announced for the Wyoming gubernatorial contest yet doesn’t mean the state’s next governor is sure to be a Republican, according to a prominent Wyoming historian. Phil Roberts, associate professor of history at the University of Wyoming and co-author of The Wyoming Almanac, told the Cowboy State Free Press that Wyoming saw a similar gubernatorial race in 1987. “(Democrat Gov.) Ed Herschler finished his third term, and everyone assumed the Republican primary would be tantamount to the election,” said Roberts. “Then a lesser known lawyer from Casper jumped into the race: Mike Sullivan. Everyone assumed he’d be taking the spot and losing to whoever (won the Republican primary).” Gov. Mike Sullivan beat Republican Pete Simpson and served two terms as governor. Now national politics make
the bid for governor more difficult for a Democrat, Roberts said, as people those who might support a Democratic candidate may be disappointed or turned off by Congress’ partisan politics and perceived inefficiency. “Al Simpson always characterized Wyoming politics as being very personal, depending on the individual who was running,” he said. “The trouble is that was true nationally at one time, but people are far more polarized now, more partisan — even in Wyoming. There’s fallout from the national scene. “
Calling himself a “lousy predictor,” the historian said he believes this primary could turn out like that of the gubernatorial race of 1974. “The Republican side was so close between the four main candidates that the one who prevailed (in the primary) was the most extreme, ” Roberts said. The candidate was Dick Jones of Cody, who won the primary by about 26 percent, only to lose the general election by a large margin to Ed Herschler.
“I don’t know if anyone will be able to surmount the partisanship that is mounting up,” he said, adding that Sullivan was an extraordinarily hardworking candidate who was well known, despite his lack of legislative experience.
The Republican candidates vying for the governor’s office this year are equally strong, and each represents particular segments of the Republican Party and geographical regions, Roberts said.
Roberts added he’s not sure Gov. Freudenthal could win reelection if he chose to run again.
“I think it would not be surprising to find a winner come out (of the primary) with less than 30 percent of the vote,” he said.
“I would say at least from an average observation it would be a far more difficult endeavor than in 2002,” he said.
Two of the four candidates, Simpson and Mead, boast strong family ties to Wyo-
ming politics. Colin Simpson’s father, Alan Simpson, served in the Wyoming Legislature and as U.S. Senator for Wyoming from 1979 to 1997. His grandfather, Milward Simpson, was governor of Wyoming and U.S. Senator. Mead is the grandson of the late Wyoming Gov. and U.S. Senator Clifford P. Hansen and the son of the late former gubernatorial candidate Mary Mead.
of. If there were a Democrat who really hustled and had name recognition and could go beyond partisan politics, he might have a pretty good shot.”
“When you go to say (a family name) is magic in Wyoming, all you have to do is look back not very far to see Pete Simpson losing (his gubernatorial bid to Mike Sullivan in 1987),” he said. “That name was magic all those years in Wyoming, and to have a Simpson lose was pretty amazing.“
“Somebody could come out of the woodwork,” he said. “It could be somebody from an area you would not expect a Democrat to come out
The Youth Hunter Education Challenge, as its officially called, will be held May 8 in Upton and young hunters do not need to qualify in a regional or district tournament to compete. All Wyoming and South Dakota youth 18 and under who have passed hunter education are eligible to showcase their hunting skills and probably learn a little.
The challenge tests youngsters in sporting clays style trap shooting, .22, muzzleloader and archery marksmanship, wildlife identification, orienteering and hunter safety judgments. “The challenge is designed to be a fun event for all participants – not just the winners,” said Jim Dawson, the Game and Fish’s hunter education coordinator.
But family lineage holds no guarantee for an election win, Roberts said.
Roberts offered a ray of hope for the Democratic Party.
Of all high school state championships – football, golf, soccer, speech/debate, track and field, etc. – none are more “Wyoming” than the state hunting championships.
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“Because Upton is close to the border, we’re teaming up with the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks and holding their challenge at the same time,” Dawson said. To participate, youngsters need to submit copies of their hunter education card, birth certificate, photo and pay a $10 entry fee. Entry forms are available at the Game and Fish Web site and offices and must be submitted by April 30. For more info, call the Game and Fish’s Jim Dawson or Jeff Obrecht at (307) 777-4600 or Rick Rothleutner of the Upton Gun Club at (307) 281-9980.
Betty Lou Smith: Irish Eyes are Smiling
Sunday March 21, 2010
Betty Lou Smith passed away on March 17, 2010 peacefully in St. George, Utah. She was surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born on March 15, 1927 in Belle Fourche, South Dakota. Betty was the youngest of eight children born to Thomas and Laura Elizabeth Shannon. She married Vernon G. (Jake) Smith on December 20, 1943. Together they raised three children, Rhonda, Greg, and Gary. Betty was a long-time resident of Converse County. She loved being surrounded by family, and her home was often the gathering place. Betty was best known for her home cooked meals, loving heart and feisty Irish temper. Betty passing on St. Patrick’s Day was no coincidence, as it was her favorite holiday.
and six great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at the Congregational United Church of Christ, 405 North 6th Street, Douglas, WY 82633. Visitation will also be on Thursday, March 25, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the same location. Interment will be held at the Douglas Cemetery under the direction of Gorman Funeral Home (307) 358-3843. The family wishes to thank all the friends for the many prayers and condolences.
Where ever you go and what ever you do, may the luck of the Irish be there with you.
“Top Of The Morning To Ya”
Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her six brothers and sisters, and her husband Vernon G. (Jake) Smith. She is survived by her daughter Rhonda Lang, son Greg (Patty) Smith, son Gary (Janet) Smith, nine grandchildren
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