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No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land, or opened a new heaven to the human spirit. -Helen Keller
Closing The Gates Bittersweet is how Mark Gates, longtime resident of Glenrock, described how he was feeling while standing in a field next to his little red house
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Closing the Gates
CLOSE CALL FOR GLENROCK TRAILER PARK AS FIRE BURNS
Clint Becker has been serving Converse County as Sheriff since January 1, 2007.
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CONVERSE & BEYOND - Pages 4-5 ED WERNER TO RUN AGAIN
Current County Commissioner Ed Werner would like to continue his service to Converse County by fulfilling another term.
Residents at Glenrock's "Look Out" trailer park were temporarily without power for approximately 4 hours July 9, 2010. A cross member of a power line adjacent to the trailer park snapped causing a charged line (supported by the broken cross member) to fall to come loose. The charged line hit the ground sparking causing the grass near the powerline to catch fire. Glenrock Fire Department responded with three units and one tanker.
“The cross member appears to have snapped but I am not exactly sure why. We didn’t have any wind that day. And it was a good thing we didn’t or we would have had a mess.” Stated Chief Nelson. Nelson also advised that Rocky Mountain Power arrived and repaired the line after the scene was secure. No injuries or other property damage were reported.
From The Family Of “Tuff” Thank You
MARSHALL SEEKS A SECOND TERM Val Marshall has served on the Douglas City Council since September of last year.
WYOMING GUESS GIVES CHECK TO TOWN Wyoming Community Gas, presented a Community Distribution check to the Glenrock City Council
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www.theglenrockbird.com “The Little Red House by Rock In The Glen” That’s how most of us described this local landmark for years. On July 14th, movers relocated the house from its foundation while its previous longtime owners looked on. Photo © Kristin Lanier By Kristiin Lanier
Bittersweet is how Mark Gates, longtime resident of Glenrock, described how he was feeling while standing in a field next to his little red house. The house was now up on metal I-beams loaded on a trailer. It was moving day July 14, 2010. For the whole house. Vic Mazurie, of Maz’s House and Mobile Home Movers from Lander, Wyoming, advised how the house moving process basically works. They inserted Ibeams through holes that were made through walls under the house. The house as a unit was then hoisted onto the trailer with hydraulic jacks. “Keeping it level is something we do best” said
Vic. It only took a few hours to get this house in position on the trailer. Then, on July 14, 2010, the house paraded down Birch Street. “This little red house has been a landmark for many years.” said Mark. It was built at 1026 Highway 20-26 by Mark’s parents in the 1960’s. Now, all that is at that location is the gapping basement hole, the garage, and a couple of other miscellaneous outbuildings. “The property and house were sold to Phillips Conoco. They have been wonderful and respectful to work with. They will be working with the Town of Glenrock for the remediation of this area.” Stated Gates. “When my parents purchased this property they had the chance to buy the “Rock in the
Glen” but they didn’t think that anyone should own that so they passed it up.
When it is finally set on a foundation another family will be able to place growing marks on the walls, and perhaps realize the history of this very, very, very, fine house.
Dayton Lewis of Glenrock shows his fear behind bars during the MDA Lock Up Fundraiser on Wed. July 14th. Photo © Amanda Smith
Four Glenrock Individuals Escape Incarceration
By Paula Flynn
Miss Katie Dye of The Shoreliner and Amanda Smith, Editor of The Glenrock Bird, were arrested at 11am on Wednesday, July 14 and booked into "jail." While incarcerated they were forced to raise bail before being allowed to "escape." The two philanthropic suspects were arrested by Fireman Dan in a Paddy Wagon sponsored by Greiner Ford. Kevin Tate of The Shoreliner and Dayton Lewis also of Glenrock turned themselves in to be imprisoned as well. In just over four hours the four Glenrock residents raised over $3,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Dayton, single handedly, was able to raise a whopping $1,175.
Many people confessed the desire to pay to keep Smith in jail but Casper's Muscular Dystrophy Association didn't care whether she stayed or not as long as funds were raised. "It was really an inspiring time and many many many Glenrockians stepped forward to bail us all out for the sake of MDA," stated Glenrock's local paper editor. The four "cons" were returned to their respective vehicles by Fireman Dave at the completion of their "time served."
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Now, all that will be left here will be the Rock.” Mark reminiscently continued, “I remember growing up in this house, the markings on the walls, the hopes of it eventually going on to another generation. But, that will not happen. We are very fortunate that the house was not leveled.” The house’s final destination is yet to be determined.
The family of Tuff George would like to express our thanks and appreciation to all our relatives and friends who surrounded us with their love and care during out period of bereavement. We are deeply touched by the numerous calls, visits, prayers and words of encouragement. Your acts of kindness and generosity made our burden more bearable. We thank you from the depth of our hearts. May you be blessed. ~Jo, James and Jake George~
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Four Glenrockians Escape From Jail
Miss Katie Dye of The Shoreliner and Amanda Smith, Editor of The Glenrock Bird, were arrested at 11am on Wednesday, July 14 and booked into “jail.”
Sheriff Clint Becker Seeks Re-Election
By Kristin Lanier
According to Glenrock Fire Chief Jeff Nelson It took Glenrock volunteer fire fighters approximately three hours to completely extinguish and mop up after the blaze that destroyed 7 – 10 acres.
Residents at Glenrock’s “Look Out” trailer park were temporarily without power for approximately 4 hours July 9, 2010.
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Editorial To the People of Glenrock and Converse County From: A-Square of Wyoming, LLC A-Square of Wyoming is finally starting its expansion. This means one thing that matters to everybody in the community: JOBS. A-Square makes the finest big bore sporting rifles on this planet. See www.asquareco.com for product details. We are looking for people who want to be a part of this great endeavor. If you are considering the employment opportunities at A-Square of Wyoming, the first thing you should know is that working conditions are excellent. We heat and air condition to residential standards. If we expect a worker to be able to measure to the tenth of a thousandth of an inch and hold tolerance to a thousandth of an inch, we know that can’t be done if sweat is dripping off the inside of that worker’s safety glasses. As an A-Square employee, you will produce a quality product. This requires a quality workplace, which we provide. All jobs at A-Square are first shift, eight hour days, five days a week, 52 weeks a year. Our jobs are stable and career development oriented. We want people who want to learn and grow in a new career. A-Square of Wyoming is also very safety oriented. We have a strong safety program and have never had a lost-time workplace accident. We provide all safety equipment for each worker, at no charge to the worker. We provide complete training for our workers. Do not let lack of training or experience in firearms prevent you from applying. A past history of shooting or hunting is not required.
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Kindergarten Registration will be held March 30, 2010 Pre-existing as machinist or 5cabinet makerwhose may at 6:00-7:00skills p.m. such at Grant. All 4 and year-olds, well translate to job skills at A-Square. Such skills would birthday falls on or before September 15th are invited shorten training and get the worker to a higher wage level to consistsprocedures of (1) an are informational in attend. less time.Registration Our manufacturing highly deParent (2) Completing and/or turning reveloped.Orientation, There are requirements for lifting things from in floor level and thence to work benches or overhead quired paperwork, and (3) The child’s visit racks. to the Howclassever, the Parents weights need are well under current 25 pounds. A five-foot tall rooms. to bring immunization repetite female is just as capable of the physical requirements as cords and an official and original birth certificate. All is a six-foot six-inch macho man. At A-Square of Wyoming, documents will be returned thetreatment end of the we believe in equality, and in at same andevening. pay for This is a wonderful introduction for your child and we all workers. Your increases in pay will come from learning, skills,forward and abilities demonstrated on the job, not from gender look to meeting you and showing you around or any other factor. our exciting classroom! Do you have a stable work history, a proven track record of Registration available now at the new Grant Elwillingness to packets learn, andare a willingness to develop skills ementary office, andContinued will also Page be available on the night and abilities? 3
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Glenrock Police Dispatch Center's Radio Upgrades to be Completed by Aug. 30
Glenrock First Southern Baptist Chapel Sponsors Day Camp
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2010; and
When City Council held their meeting this past Monday July 12, 2010, they passed Resolution 2010-27-WYOLINK Agreement Amendment Three. This resolution is a Grant agreement for the Glenrock Police Department Dispatch Center Upgrades. The upgrade will allow the Dispatch Center to have connection to Wyoming’s Public Safety Digital Trunked VHF Radio System.
WHEREAS, this project was not able to be completed before the June 30, 2010 deadline.
This trunked radio upgrade will allow dispatchers to monitor and talk to any law enforcement agency in the State. Currently the dispatchers must “dial in” the agency that they want to communicate with. Something that could be burdensome during any event that requires simultaneous communication with multiple agencies at one time.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE GOVERNING BODY of the Town of Glenrock, does hereby approve the WyoLink Connectivity Grant Amendment Three extending the completion date until August 30, 2010, and authorizes the Mayor to sign the agreement. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12h day of July, 2010.
Monday, July 19, 2010 – Friday, July 23, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. daily, your children can participate in a week long Day Camp. Glenrock First Southern Baptist Chapel, 485 East Birch Street, is sponsoring the event that will be conducted by Child Evangelism Fellowship of Central Wyoming (CEF). Mrs. Bonnie Hickman, Office manager of Wyoming CEF, advised that CEF is an International, Bible Centered organization that has been inexistence for over 70 years. They are also the world’s largest mission agency ministering to children in 167 countries. There are many creative learning activities children
5 – 12 years old will be able to participate in, such as tubing, swimming, and going to Ayer's Natural Bridge. These bible based activities will further instill moral values, character and integrity, along with respect for others. The cost for this camp is $35.00. To learn more about this camp and to register your children, call 797-4712.
If you miss this camp, Bonnie advised that CEF will be conducting an overnight camp for children 7-12 years old August 2-6, 2010, on Mountain Top Baptist Assembly Camp. The fee for this camp is $110.00 with scholarships available. For further information or to register call 436-5593.
In April of 2007 the town was awarded $150,000 in grant funds from the Wyoming Public Safety Communications Commission and WyDOT. These funds are being utilized to purchase and install the hardware and software to upgrade the current dispatch console to connect to WyoLink. Police Chief Tom Sweet informed the Council that completion date was set back due to the discussion of a joint dispatch center. He requested that the original completion date of June 30, 2010 be set to August 30, 2010. His request was unanimously approved. The complete resolution is as follows:
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RESOLUTION 201027 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT THREE TO A GRANT AGREEMENT FOR DISPATCH CENTER UPGRADES TO PROVIDE CONNECTIVITY TO WYOLINK - WYOMING’S PUBLIC SAFETY DIGITAL TRUNKED VHF RADIO SYSTEM. WHEREAS, in April 2007 the town was awarded $150,000 in grant funds from the Wyoming Public Safety Communications Commission and WyDOT funds to be used to purchase and install the hardware and software to upgrade the current dispatch console to connect to WyoLink via a T-1 interface; and WHEREAS, the town received an additional $13,719 for the WyoLink upgrade and an extension to the amended contract deadline until June 30,
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Deer Creek Days Duck Race The Glenrock Human Resource Council is selling tickets for its ninth annual duck race to be held on Saturday, August 7th, during Deer Creek Days. The race will be held at 2:00 p.m., with the ducks beginning at the Monkey Mountain Bridge. Follow the posted signs along the Monkey Mountain Road (Hwy 95) for parking and observation at the Water Spider Ranch. Proceeds from the duck race are used to fund youth/Senior citizen camp scholarships, Glenrock Health Fair and Safe Kids Day activities and $1.00 from each duck will be given to local service agencies. Community sponsors for this race are Short Power Supply and Glenrock Health Center. The first and last place duck finishers will receive $500.00 each. Tickets are $5.00 per duck and can be purchased by contacting any HRC member or by calling the Glenrock Health Center (436-9206) or Glenrock Public Health (436-3474). Last years proceeds were distributed to 17 Glenrock students to attend the following camps: FCCLA National Conference in Chicago, Camp Hope, Yellowstone Music Camp, Key Camp, WY Wilderness Camp, WY All-State Marching Band, ISSI Australia & Hawaii. The Glenrock Human Resource Council is composed of various community agencies with the purpose of assessing, evaluating and planning for the human needs of the community. Members include the Glenrock Senior Center, Converse County Community Service Block Grant, Converse County Public Health, Converse County Coalition Against Violence and Sexual Assault, Glenrock Early Childhood Center, CCSD#2 nurse, PTO, Booster Club, Department of Family Services--Foster Parent Association, Solutions for Life, Glenrock Branch Library, Glenrock Health Center, THHNNC, Glenrock Boys and Girls Club, Glenrock Community Education, C.A.M.P., and United Way of Converse County.
TOPS WY 0173 Glenrock June Monthly Awards Three of our KOPS weighed in four weeks in a row. They are Bev Voyzey, Peaches Richards and JoAnn Loos. Glennda Wilcox is our monthly best loser with a loss of 8.8 pounds. The other TOPS that lost during the month was Dorothy Snell with a loss of 1.6 pounds.
Sheriff Clint Becker Seeks Re-Election
A hearty Glenrock welcome to young master Easton James Sivage, born July 12, 2010 at 7:55 a.m. at Wyoming Medical Center. Master Easton tipped the scale at 7#4z and measured 20-1/2 inches. Proud parents are James and Keri (Fargen) Sivage of Glenrock. Paternal grandparents are V Ray and Lois Sivage of Pierre, SD. Maternal grandparents are Tom and Linda Fargen of Glenrock, WY. Young Master Sivage is welcomed at home by older sister Evie.
by Kelly Pexton
Clint Becker has been serving Converse County as Sheriff since January 1, 2007. Prior to his election, Sheriff Becker served as a Wyoming Highway Patrolman for 20 years. When asked what he sees as his biggest accomplishment while in office, Becker stated, “We have grown tremendously as a team and I have assembled a group of great people who really want to serve the citizens of this County. I think that this, in itself, might be my greatest accomplishment. Others things that immediately come to mind are the selection of a full time investigator who has the time, training, and skills to properly investigate and follow up on unsolved and new cases. During my term as Sheriff our team has identified and arrested numerous people who victimized citizens of this County.” Becker also sighted the numerous drug arrests and sexual predator arrests that have occurred under his watch as great accomplishments for the citizens of Converse County. Becker is seeking re-election “To serve the people of Converse County to the best of my abilities while continuing to build a strong and proactive department. I remind myself and staff everyday that we are public servants to the people of this County.” “My major goal to accomplish during my next term is a continuation of my primary goal when I was elected. I would like to continually improve the relationship between law enforcement and the community. Almost daily I receive calls from members of the community voicing concerns
EDITORIAL - A-SQUARE CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Then you are exactly the type of worker we are interested in hiring. We also foster a team environment where workers can take pride in themselves, pride in the product they produce, and pride in those around them. The consistent comment from our workers at the cartridge case and ammunition plant in South Dakota is: “We want to come to work because we love the work we do.” ASquare of Wyoming will promote a similar environment.
Sheriff Clint Becker. Photo © Sgt. Joel Weeks
about one issue or another.” “I encourage members of the community to contact us when they have a problem or suspect criminal activity is taking place, community members have an important role in law enforcement. My 8 deputies assigned to patrol the 4,265 square miles of Converse County, while doing thire best clearly do not do this job on their own. We rely on and continue to need the assistance of involved community members to help us make Con-
verse County a better and safer place to live and play.” Becker lives outside of Douglas with his wife, Rose, of 28 years. They have three daughters, Madison, Morgan, and Markie. Becker is an active member of the Wyoming Peace Officers Association, Wyoming Sheriff’s Association, Wyoming Sheriff’s and Chiefs of Police Association.
Wyoming Gas “Checks In” By Kristin Lanier
Stephanie Reeves, Marketing Representative for Wyoming Community Gas, presented a Community Distribution check to the Glenrock City Council during the Town Council meeting on Monday, July 12, 2010. The check was for $2,778.13. The Wyoming Community Gas Board of Directors voted on June 9, 2010, to approve distribution of $64,008.21 to member municipalities. "Each year, we reinvest a portion of our revenues back into Wyoming hometowns all across our service area,” explained Stephanie. “These funds were made available to communities because they are from our communities. Instead of each customer receiving a refund on their gas bill, we decided that the funds should be combined into one large refund. This larger refund would then be presented to the communities as a whole so that everyone in that community could benefit.” she said. After the presentation of the
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check, Stephanie further explained other financial options made available by Wyoming Gas to local communities. The Wyoming Community Grant Program, sponsored by Wyoming Gas with funds being contributed by ONEOK, an alliance company. These grants are to invest in programs that enhance quality of life with community projects in the Wyoming Choice Gas program service areas. These grants are available to all communities and agencies in the Choice Gas area whether they are a member of the joint powers board or not. “Once the applications are received, any and all community identifiers are removed so that the Grants can be and are awarded on merit only.” Stated Reeves. Donna Geho, Glenrock Town Clerk, advised that the Communiy Distribution Funds that were received last year went to repair the BBQ grates at South Rec, construction of the walkway between the Masonic Lodge and Hardware Hank's,
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the purchase of four new BBQ Pits, two of which have already been installed at either end of the covered pavillion at Town Park. The third BBQ will be placed near the creek in Town Park. It has not yet been determinded where the fourth BBQ will go. "It has yet to be determined where the funds we received this year will be going. One option is to purchase a bronze statue of the Pony Express. We are interested in what community projects the citizens would like to see the funds applied to. They are welcome to call me with their suggestions." stated Geho. Donna can be reached at 436-9294, extension 310. More information regarding the Grant application process and deadlines, along with other venues that Wyoming Gas is assisting with can be found on their website www.wyomingcommunitygas.org
You can advance in the ASquare work force by multiple methods. One is promotion to supervisor or team leader. We handle hiring at ASquare by the concept of recruiting classes. We expect to be selecting future supervisors and team leaders from the first and second recruiting classes. At the same time, you may not want to be a supervisor or a team leader. There is also opportunity for advancement within A-Square as a technical specialist. For example, a worker might start out in the metal shop on a manual engine lathe, and progress all the way to programming of computer controlled equipment. Or the worker might lateral to another high responsibility position such as ballistics test technician. Either way, there is ample opportunity for workers to advance within the company.
July 2010, job applications will be available at: 1) Eastgate Service, 393 East Birch Street, Glenrock (307436-9988) 2) Gas ’N’ Go, 10 South 3rd Street, Glenrock 3) Glenrock Super Foods, 218 Cedar, Glenrock (307-4362344) 4) Wyoming Work Force Center, 311 N. Russell Ave., Douglas (307-358-2147) 5) online at www.asquarejobs. com (downloadable as a PDF). The projected schedule is to receive applications through 7 August.
Then come background checks and interviews, with the first recruiting class starting 13 September 2010. All applicants will be acknowledged.
Applications will also be held for the the second recruiting class which will be interviewed and will begin work late this calendar year.
In accordance with Federal law and regulation, the A-Square factory is a secure location. There are no tours, and job applications are not available there. Please follow the instructions on the job application for submitting your application. We look forward to receiving job applications and to interviewing for our first recruiting class in August
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Comedy Central at Glenrock’s Shoreliner By Kristin Lanier
The Shoreliner, 203 West Birch, Glenrock, sponsored Mooch Willford and Spencer James, two stand-up comics this past Friday, July 9, 2010. Both comics are on the road sharing humor gained through life experiences. Life experiences that are not normally available here in our small town, like, say, what it would be like to dance with a small person. “Audiences seem to be more relaxed in a small town,” said James prior to the show. Which seems to have been par for the course that night. I suspected that some audience members started to relax hours prior to the show as they answered the comedians rhetorical questions.
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Even through the turret bellowing comments from the audience, Mooch and Spencer held their own and provided an enjoyable time allowing the audience to break free from reality and have a good laugh. Unfortunately, Spencer was out of memorabilia after the show. He profusely apologized and encourage people to visit his website securitymidget.com to peruse his novelty t-shirts, etc., that he has for sale.
Once again the Shoreliner has proven themselves as the venue for great entertainment. Tune in August 5th when The Shoreliner will be hosting another evening of comedy featuring Dennis Donahue.
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AN INTERVIEW WITH SIMPSON By Paula Flynn
Fifth generation Wyomingite, Colin Simpson, stopped by The Glenrock Bird office this past week and spoke about his bid for the Chief Executive position for Wyoming. The one issue that rang out louder than all the others is his desire to defend the rights of the states against an overzealous and activist federal government in Washington. Colin served 12 years as a legislator, 2 of those as Speaker of the House. He also previously served as Vice Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee and Co-Chairman of the Select Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse. "I feel very qualified to help lead Wyoming forward. I know alot about the budget, the policies and priorities that go into it. The governor is the chief budget officer, but the primary reason I'm running is to help create jobs and economic opportunity for the people in Wyoming; to do whatever I can as an ambassador for the state, as governor, as the chief executive in leading the agencies and it's many departments." In order to make this happen, Simpson says we must make Washington aware that "If it's going to happen in Wyoming, it's going to happen on Wyoming's terms. First off, we have to understand what the impact will be to Wyoming and then determine whether we want to accept that impact. Secondly, make sure the rules that are set are followed. We must help the federal regulators understand the impact of those laws on Wyoming. We don't mind producing energy in a environmentally responsible way, but its got to be reasonable and make some sense. We can find the balance. We have to work with the federal government and establish good
Councilman Val Marshall Sets Sights On Another Term
Follies and Fannie
by Kelly Pexton
Val Marshall has served on the Douglas City Council since September of last year. He was appointed to the position by the City Council after then Councilwoman Marilyn Werner took over as Mayor after Jim Schneider resigned from the position.
Gubernatorial candidate Colin Simpson during the Casper Parade on Tuesday July 13. Photo © Amanda Smith
collaboration with them to make sure they understand the impact of their regulations in Wyoming and our way of life and how we want it to be done, the Wyoming way.....which is a great way." Wyoming is an export state. We export our energy products of coal, uranium, and natural gas. We need to add value to the process of exportation, according to the gubernatorial hopeful. "We need to find the balance between energy production, job creation and diversification so that we have steady year round jobs that can survive a bust. There are great opportunities in education. We have a great system. We are very well funded, we have great facilities and great teachers. We just need to figure out how to take it up to the next level for performance. One way to
do that is to make sure we have 100% literacy by 3rd grade state wide and continue pushing in that regard." As Speaker of the House, Colin Simpson sponsored a resolution to reverse the march towards centralized federal power; to force the federal government to acknowledge the power of the states; and to emphasize the constitutional basis for the exercise of state authority in matters clearly not the business of the federal government.
Marshall pointed out that as a councilman, accomplishments are not his alone. He stated, “As an individual councilman anything accomplished is through the hard work of many people.” One example of accomplishment within the council with the help of others concerned the bulk water supply at Public Works. “It was malfunctioning and contract haulers were receiving water at no charge, thus resulting in a loss of revenue to the city. As a result Public Works is currently installing a new system that will charge by the gallon, capturing that loss of revenue which the city can then put to use on infrastructure projects for the water system. However, if I were to claim this as my accomplishment it would diminish the contribution of all those who truly had a hand in solving this problem.” Marshall would like to help Douglas stay on track as a solid community. “I am very concerned at the direction are country is headed. Our liberties and freedoms slowly being taken
Douglas Councilman Val Marshall at home with his wife Jennifer. Courtesy Val Marshall
away at all levels of government. I would like to do my part in helping restore those freedoms we once enjoyed in this country. Our founding fathers have given us the frame work. Those 28 principles of freedom are laid out in the book The 5,000 Year Leap which is a great source of inspiration for me.” If re-elected, Marshall states, “My goals will remain the same: accountability, fiscal responsibility, and meeting the basic needs of the community. I will also stay true to core values and fundamental beliefs. By analyzing the issue and gathering as much information as possible. Insuring that what we are doing is not an encroachment of our rights to private property and our liberties.” Marshall resides in Douglas with his wife, Jennifer. They have two sons. He is currently employed with North Antelope Rochelle Mine.
…..OH MYLANTA – Tales of Aunt Alice THE APPLE PIE By Smokey Topaz
My Aunt Alice makes the best apple pies in the world. With a crust to die for that is light and flaky and thinly sliced apples with just the right amount of cinnamon and other spices I can hardly wait for it to come out of the oven. Aunt Alice made one of these pies the other day. Within 24 hours half of it was gone. Imagine my surprise when I went to the kitchen for another piece and it had disappeared.
“What do you mean I’m not eating it fast enough?” “Well, there’s half a pie left and it was sitting out for a whole day.” “You mean, you think I should have eaten the entire pie in one day?” “If you liked it well enough you would have,” she said.
“Aunt Alice,” I asked. “Where did the pie go?”
OH MYLANTA – both literally AND figuratively if I’d eaten the whole thing!! How can I keep my girlish figure if I'm expected to eat an entire pie in a day?
“You weren’t eating it fast enough,” she said. “So I put it in the freezer.”
The pie is still in the freezer. I have half a mind to feed it to the damn chickens.
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Florenz Ziegfeld was known as the "glorifier of the American Girl." Inspired by Follies Bergere' of Paris, Ziegfeld premiered his "Follies of 1907" in New York City on July 18. These extravaganzas, with elaborate costumes and sets, featured beauties chosen personally by Ziegfeld in production numbers choreographed to the works of prominent composers such as Irving Berlin, George Gershwin and Jerome Kern.
One such beauty was Fania Borach. She became known as Fannie Brice. Born 1891 of Hungarian-Jewish descent, Brice became a comedienne, singer, theater and film actress. In the 1921 Follies, she was featured singing "My Man" which became both a big hit and her signature song. The second song most associated with Brice is "Second Hand Rose," which she introduced in the Ziegfeld Follies of 1921. She is a posthumous recipient of a Grammy Hall of Fame Award for her 1921 recording of "My Man".
Brice had a short-lived marriage in her teens to a local barber, Frank White, whom she met in 1911. The marriage lasted only a few days and she brought suit for divorce. Her second husband was professional gambler Julius W. "Nicky" Arnstein. Prior to their marriage, Arnstein served 14 months in Sing Sing for wiretapping. In 1918 they were married. In 1924, Arnstein was charged in a Wall Street bond theft. Brice insisted on his innocence, and funded his legal defense at great expense. Arnstein was convicted and sentenced to the Federal penitentiary at Leavenworth where he served three years. Released in 1927, Arnstein disappeared from Brice's life and that of his two children. Reluctantly, Brice divorced him. She went on to marry songwriter and stage producer Billy Rose. That marriage also failed.
Fanny Brice died May 29, 1951, in Hollywood at the age of 59, of a cerebral hemorrhage.
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County Commissioner Ed Werner Seeks Re-Election
Cynthia Cloud: State Auditor Candidate
by Kelly Pexton
By Paula Flynn
Park County Republican, Cynthia Cloud is seeking votes for the State Auditor position that is opening up as Rita Meyer steps down. Cloud, a Certified Public Accountant from Cody, WY graduated from the University of Alabama magna cum laude and has gained knowledge of industries that matter to Wyoming; oil and gas, governmental, banking, construction and healthcare. She has been an active public servant of Wyoming by serving as a Rotarian, current Chair of the Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale, and board member of the Park County Republican Women. As State Auditor Cynthia looks to improve accountability and transparency in paying our state's vendors and employees, increase cost savings by promoting efficiencies within state government, represent the people of Wyoming on the important boards the Auditor serves, and improve Wyoming's economic development.
Current County Commissioner Ed Werner would like to continue his service to Converse County by fulfilling another term.
Those are the goals I will strive for as Wyoming's State Auditor. I am not looking to expand the role, but rather streamline the office," Cloud stated. As a successful business owner, Cynthia has spent her career in public accounting and public service. Her career in public accounting has allowed her to gain knowledge of various industries of importance to the Wyoming economy. Her experience in business has allowed her to see the importance of a well-run comptroller system.
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"I firmly believe in a smaller less intrusive government.
Werner feels many accomplishments have been made during his three and a half years in office. “There have been a couple of high points during my term that I feel have made some difference. Probably the most influential from both a local and state level was my role as Chairman of the Wyoming County Commissioners Association Wind Energy Task Force where we were instrumental in getting legislation passed to allow Counties to have some regulatory oversight on wind farms. Without this legislation Counties without zoning regulations, like Converse County, had no say in siting or mitigating impacts from wind farms. Also, a primary role of the County Commission is the creation and administration of the annual budget and I am very proud of the diligence our board has shown in spending wisely yet making sure we can sustain our long term commitments.” “The job of County Commissioner is an involved and complicated position and it takes a while to really understand all the challenges that are faced. I feel I have achieved a solid understanding of the issues and demands and would like to continue to apply this knowledge in support of our County,” Werner sited as his reasons for seeking re-election. As to goals if re-elected, Werner said, “We have a lot of issues that have not come to conclusion, including the wind energy zoning questions and potential oil and gas impacts. My goal
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in re-election is to see these through and continue our efforts to find some balance between economic growth and protection of citizens’ rights. In addition, the budget is a critical part of the Commission’s responsibilities and I believe we are dealing with a difficult economy in an effective way and would like to see that continued.” Werner is a fourth generation Converse County resident. Both his father and grandfather also served as County Commissioners. Werner lives in Douglas with his wife Karen. They have two daughters, Rachel and Sydney. Werner Solutions is a consulting firm owned and ran by Werner. They also own a small farm. Werner has been of serving to the community in others ways also. “I have been a long time Rotarian where I held most of the officer positions including president. I also serve on the Converse County Tourism and Promotion Board, have been an officer and board member of the FAIR Posse and am on the advisory committees for both Casper College and Laramie County Community College in their energy programs. I am a member of the board of the Northeast Wyoming Economic Development Coalition (NEWEDC)."
What’s Up Wyoming! Wind River Valley Artists’ Guild National Art Show 7/17 – 7/26 Wind River Valley Artists’ Guild – Dubois, WY Contact: 307-455-3404
Come see the exhibit and buy some terrific art from talented artists.
Converse County Fair 7/23 – 7/31 Fairgrounds – Douglas, WY Contact: 307-358-2417
Located at the fairground in Douglas, come see all the fun and competition.
Platte River Rodeo 7/23 – 7/24 Buck Springs Rodeo Grounds – Saratoga, WY Contact: 307-326-8855
Barrel racing, bronc riding, team roping, steer wrestling, and bull riding. Activities for the kids include mutton bustin and steer riding.
Crook County Fair and Rodeo 7/24 – 8/1 Fairgrounds – Sundance, WY Contact: 307-283-2644
Fun for the whole herd. Featuring Cowboy Poet T.J. Casey and comedian Dick Hardwick. Contests, rodeo, Youth Horse Show, etc. Tons of fun out in the sun.
Teton County Fair 7/24 – 8/1 Teton County Fairgrounds – Jackson, WY Contact: 307-733-5289
Carnival, horse show, dog show, nightly events, free entertainment, pig wrestling, 4H, vendor booths and a whole lot of fun in one of the most beautiful settings in the world.
Cheyenne Frontier Days 7/24 – 8/1 Frontier Park – Cheyenne, WY Contact:
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and too many cigarettes. Bill, he came to work again when in town he got quite tired; then pulled the same shenanigans this time it got him fired.
COWBOY CORNER Cowboy Poet Columnist TJ Casey
TOO MUCH WHISKEY AND TOO MANY CIGARETTES Bill hired on the Flyin’ N when I was just a lad; turned out to be a top hand, a relief, I’d say, for Dad.
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.
He did his job and did it well, then left with no regrets; on account of too much whiskey and too many cigarettes. Bill went to town to party he never did return. He ended up in jail boys; a lesson to be learned. Ol’ Bill was quite the rounder and this is what he gets; on account of too much whiskey
Dad said “two chances I did give now I’m calling off all bets; on account of too much whiskey and too many cigarettes.” Dad turned around and looked at me said “Now let this be a lesson, if you do this, I will set you free with my Smith and Wesson. I thought about my own position and the rules all bosses sets; on account of too much whiskey and too many cigarettes. I worked and played and went to school until I got quite older; I thought I’d grown in to a man and so became some bolder.
I walked into the local bar some wild ones I met; on account of too much whiskey and too many cigarettes. so I hoisted up a glass or two with my new founded friends. Ten feet tall I grew and grew; the story never ends. I drank until I thought I’d die ‘til I got the shiverin’ sweats; on account of too much whiskey and too many cigarettes. Now, I’ve gotten older and my Dad has passed away; no worries of him shooting me like he told me on that day. I must have learned a lesson and sick no more I gets; on account of too much whiskey and too many cigarettes.
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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
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Race – a Divisive Form of Politics What if KKK members stood outside polling places threatening people who were voting for President Obama? The main-stream media would have a field day and rightly so. I would be right there with them denouncing this as racist, evil and horrific. It would be plastered from one coast to another and the outrage would be volatile. The tirades of Jesse Jackson and those of his ilk would dominate every broadcast. I can visualize the rioting, violence and lawsuits to follow. Well folks this happened only in reverse. Members of the New Black Panthers stood outside polling places dressed in uniform, carrying weapons and blocked the entrances to polling places. Not only did they yell obscenities and threats such as “Now you will see what it means to be ruled by a black man, Cracker” but they protected illegal ACORN voters. This was all caught on tape and well documented. Martin Luther King would be appalled. This past Tuesday the Department of Justice (Eric Holder) dropped a slam-dunk case against the New Black Panthers in a blatant refusal to go after blacks in civil rights cases. In fact the defendants in the case failed to even show up in court. The New York Times reported that the DOJ is being used to support intimidators. In a speech by Eric Holder last February, this nation’s attorney general he had this to say: "Though this nation has proudly thought of itself as an ethnic melting pot in things racial, we have always been, and we, I believe, continue to be, in too many ways, essentially a nation of cowards," Holder said at the Justice Department in Washington, D.C. Discrimination, racism and prejudice seem to be back in vogue. I say it’s wrong, forwards or backwards, and by
that I mean by any race against another. Reverse discrimination is just as bad as the original perpetration upon the slaves at the beginning of this nation’s history. I find it curious however, that our Attorney General and the President still rant about racial prejudice. They hold two of the most powerful positions in the world. Did they get their jobs based on merit or on ‘equal opportunity policy?’
Michelle Obama visited the NAACP this week prior to a resolution and allegations that the organization made that Tea Party is 'racist.' “Tea Party members have used "racial epithets," have verbally abused black members of Congress and threatened them, and protestors have engaged in "explicitly racist behavior" and "displayed signs and posters intended to degrade people of color generally and President Barrack Obama specifically," according to the resolution. Why didn’t the NAACP go after the Black Panther members threatening to kill ‘crackers’ and ‘cracker babies?’
The argument is getting old, and frankly I’m sick of hearing it. Just because someone disagrees with your political views or policies does not make them racist, or stupid, or misguided. We should all be above pulling the ‘race card’ to get what we want or manipulate the system. Our merits should stand on their own. We should be offered jobs based on our qualifications, not our race. We should be admitted to schools and granted scholarships based on our GPA not on our color. We should be welcomed in a community based on who we are as people not the color of our skin. Most of the people I know feel the same way. I’m just sayin……
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Friday, 07.09.2010 - E911 hang up. Officer responded. All ok - Officer conducted PBT at the request of the South Dakota District Court - Stray kittens transported to the pound - Rolling Hills patrol completed X 2 - Officer completed vin inspection - Grass fire. Emergency units dispatched - Ambulance transported one to Casper - Ambulance requested. Negative transport X 2 - Traffic stop. Written warning issued for speed - Traffic stop. Verbal warning issued for headlight - Traffic stop. Verbal warning issued for brake light and headlight
Saturday, 07.10.2010 - Rolling Hills patrol completed X 2 - Suspicious circumstance. Officer was UTL - A PBT was administered at the request of the South Dakota District Court X 2 - Officer completed vin inspection - Harassment report taken - Ambulance call. One transported to Casper - Deer vs vehicle accident on I-25. Negative injuries - Reddi Report received. Officer was unable to locate - Barking dog complaint. Officer responded. - Domestic dispute reported. Officer responded
Sunday, 07.11.2010 - Rolling Hills patrol completed X 3 - OAA. Officer complied - E911 Citizen assist - PBT given - Comm tech performed Notary X 2 - Dog bite. Report taken - Concerned Citizen. Officer notified - Vin inspection completed - Concerned Citizen. Subject was transported to town - Trespassing information documented - E911 Citizen assist - Concerned citizens reported a suspicious female. Officer and ambulance responded. - Information taken and given to another agency - PBT given - Driving complaint. Officer responded - Dog at large. Report taken - E911 medical. Negative transport
Tuesday, 07.13.2010 - Loose cow. SALECS notified - Rolling Hills patrol completed X 3 - Dog at large. One transported to MAGEE’s - Driving complaint. Officer UTL - Comm tech performed Notary - PBT administered for South Dakota Probation and Parole - Officer performed a vin inspection - Traffic stop. Verbal warning issued for no front plate - Harassment reported. Officer spoke with subject - Traffic stop. Verbal warning issued for stop sign - Dog at large. Dog returned home - Traffic stop. Verbal warning issued for tail light - Barking dog. Officer was UTL Wednessday, 07.14.2010 - Suspicious person. Officer made contact with subject - Mental subject. One transported to Casper - Officer performed a welfare check - E911 Medical. Transported to Casper X 2 - Harassment report taken - Officer completed a vin inspection - Traffic control. Officer completed - Rolling Hills patrol completed X 2 - Animal. Information documented - Reddi. Utl - PBT given at request of South Dakota Probation & Parole - Officer unlocked a vehicle door - Barking dog complaint. Dog taken inside -Traffic accident. No injury, minor damage. Officer responded. Report taken Thursday, 07.15.2010 - Rolling Hills patrol completed X 4 - Loose horse reported. Brand inspector notified - Officer conducted PBT at the request of the South Dakota District Court X 2 - Horse at large. Owner notified - Dog at large. Owner cited for vicious dog - Fingerprints taken for employment purposes X 2 - Comm tech performed notary X 2 - Local records check completed - Fire alarm reported at the Barber Apts. Alarm was set off by burning food. - Officer rerformed vin inspection - Vehicle theft. Unfounded - Comm tech notarized a vehicle title
Zdravo!! Hello in Serbian from the library! We want to acknowledge our four local businesses in town that always come through for our summer reading. Most of these businesses have donated to the program for over 7 years and they are very much appreciated. This program would not be what it is without them. The businesses are: Cinema Café, Deer Creek Drug, Flicks, and Hardware Hanks. Thank you!! The other two are McDonald's and the Casper Ghosts. There are still TWO more businesses we need to thank. These get overlooked at times but we really do appreciate all that they do. Thank you to the Glenrock Independent and The Bird. We couldn’t get the number of kids and adults registered for this program without them putting out the word. They are a big part of our successful summer reading! The kids showed their appreciation by sprucing up the parking lot between Deer Creek Drug and the newspaper office on Wednesday, July 14. Reading logs need to be turned in by July 17! While you’re at the library take a few and try your hand at Frisbee golf. This event was rescheduled because of our rainy June! Tee time is 11:00. Come to our big LUAU on July 21 at 10:30. Awards are being handed out, eat some good food, and try your agility at limbo. Calling all book sale enthusiasts, our book sale is around the corner! It starts on Monday, August 2, 2010. Be the first to rummage through our collection. Put the evening of August 24 at the top of your to do list! As a final fling before some of us head off for school, the library is privileged to host Bryan Ragsdale. The school district has graciously let the library have the use of their middle school auditorium for this special event. So keep an eye out for more information! For Read Me A Story July 17 – July 24: There’s A Cat In The Library by Vicki Myron. This week it is read by Mara. Pick up the phone this summer and listen to one of the eight kids who generously have given of their time to read to you. We’re on the web athttp: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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Monday, 07.12.2010 - Rolling Hills patrol completed X 3 - Ambulance requested. Negative transport - Officer conducted PBT at the request of the South Dakota District Court - Vin inspection completed X 2 - Ambulance. One transported to Douglas - Comm tech performed Notary X 2
- Officer spoke with subject concerning a possible hazard - Ambulance. One transported to Casper - Local records check completed - Controlled burn reported - Citizen assist. Officer responded. - Abandoned vehicle tagged by officer - OAA. PBT administered - Reddi report. Officer responded - Traffic accident. No injury. Officer responded
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CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE 1998 VW JETTA - Silver. Inside is mint. Outside is rough. Can be viewed at Faunce Automotive in Glenrock. $2200 Firm. Call 307-251-3853 for more info.
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
The Glenrock Senior Center is accepting applications for part time CNAs and Homemakers. Monday-Friday workweek, flexible hours, paid holidays. Apply within, 615 W. Deer Street, Glenrock.
The Glenrock Senior Center has an opening for a Part-Time Homemaker or C.N.A. Flexible hours, paid Holidays, weekends off. Please apply within: Glenrock Senior Center, 615 W. Deer Street, Glenrock WY 82637
Housing Needed
Looking for house rental for husband and wife with two children and two dogs. We are newly hired teachers coming to Glenrock. Please call 605-8402257.
Rental Home wanted in Glenrock/Rolling Hills Area. Prefer 3 BR 2 BATH W/Garage. Professional couple with references. Non Smoking. Call 307399-4075
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE!!! call to add your business!
307-298-5107 or email: info@theglenrockbird.com
Senior Lunch Menu Monday, July 19 - Herb baked chicken, scalloped potatoes, peas, roll, tossed salad, roll, apricots Tuesday, July 20 - Chili, tossed salad, cinnamon roll, mixed fruit Wednesday, July 21 - Liver and onions, oven browned potatoes, mixed vegetables,
tossed salad, mixed fruit Thursday, July 22 - Swiss steak with tomato gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll, tossed salad, fluffy fruit cup Friday, July 23 - BBQ ribs, baked potato, peas, roll, coleslaw, strawberry shortcake
SENIOR SHENANIGANS Happy Birthday this week to Virginia Reinhardt, Cookie Walker, Regina Engstrom, and Charlie Engstrom. 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. We will be taking an evening trip to Casper on July 21, 2010 to go to dinner and to see a movie at the mall. If you would like to join us, please call or stop-by the Glenrock Senior Center to sign up. We will be having a picnic at the Glenrock Town Park on Thursday July, 29, 2010 starting at noon. Lunch will not be served at the Glenrock Senior Center that day, however we will be delivering Home Delivered Meals. Hope to see you at the picnic! Applications for the Elderly and Disabled Tax Refund will be available at the Glenrock Senior Center June 1, 2010. Applications will be available until August 31, 2010. Please call 436-9442 to schedule an appointment. Refunds will not be received until after December 20, 2010. June Commodities are available for pick-up at the Glenrock Senior Center. This month’s Commodities are Vegetarian Beans, Canned Pork, Oatmeal, & Dried Plums. We also have Rotini Noodles and Northern Beans available from last month. The Commodity Program is not limited to senior citizens. July Commodities will be available starting on July 19, 2010. If you would like more information about the Commodity program, or to see if you qualify, please call 436-9442.
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