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THE OBAMA BLADE FIRE RAVAGES 25,000 ACRES
GLENROCK COMMUNITY - Pages 2-3 HAYNES TO RUN FOR GOVERNOR GAME AND FISH APPROVE WIND ADDENDUM HERDER SPORTS UPDATE - GO HERD! BRA DECORATING CONTEST FOR BREAST CANCER ASK THE GAME AND FISH - HUNTING
Carrying The Right News... To The Right Places
Volume #4: Issue 15
Glenrock Wyoming’s Sunday Morning Hometown Local News Newspaper
FIRE RAGES PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA SIGNS OVER 25,000 GLENROCK/ROLLING HILLS ACRES “TOP OF THE WORLD” WIND TURBINE BLADE TWO FIREMEN INJURED
CONVERSE & BEYOND - Pages 4-5 DOUGLAS CITY CLERK DIES UNEXPECTEDLY CANDIDATE DEBATE TO BE HELD AT DOUGLAS DOUGLAS SPORTS RECAP WYOMING AUTHORS TO HAVE BOOK SIGNING MORE ORNAMENTS NEEDED FOR WYOMING CAPITOL TREE Cowboy Corner
By Amber Quillinan Highway 59 just can't seem to cool down this fire season. Monday October 4th a grass fire started on the Scott Ranch, in a field east of mile post 14 on Highway 93. Authorities are still uncertain of how it started, but the fire consumed approximately 25,000 acres. The fire burned for nearly 24 hours, but was eventually extinguished Tuesday with a combined effort from the Douglas Fire Dept., Rural Fire, Glenrock Fire Dept., Converse County Road and Bridge, Chesapeak Energy and many others. Some Douglas businesses also pitched in with water trucks and haul trucks so the firefighters wouldn't have to go as far to get water. Two firefighters from the Douglas Fire Department suffered burn injuries while fighting the fire. Firefighter Ann Hillegas received burn blisters on the outer part of her ear and Continued page 3
Lunches I’m Just Sayin’ OH MYLANTA - AND MORE!
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www.theglenrockbird.com Top Of The World Windfarm workers pose in front of the Flag of the United States of America that was hung from the wind turbine blade that was signed by President Barack Obama. Photo ©
DRAW THE LINE - HAYNES THROWS IN HAT FOR GUBERNATORIAL RACE By Amber Quillinan Taylor Haynes of Cheyenne is campaigning as a write-in candidate to be the next Governor of Wyoming.
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GLENROCK’S BUCKLES, BOOTS AND BLING A HUGE SUCCESS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB
Dr. Haynes grew up in Louisianna but always dreamed of being a cowboy. Although he graduated with an Engineering Degree he pursued more education with medical school in Salt Lake. After completing his residency in urology he moved to Cheyenne to open his medical practice.
Andrea Barker (right) and Live Auctioneer Steve Flower . Photo © Amanda Smith
Hayne’s is currently serving on the UW Board of Trustees as Chairman of Fiscal and Legal Affairs, having been appointed by Governor Geringer to a six year term in 1999 then re-appointed by Governor Freudenthal to an additional term.
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Dr. Haynes also serves on the Board of Directors for Security First Bank in Cheyenne, serves as President of Independent Cattlemen of Wyoming and on the Board of Directors of RCalf USA. He is the owner/operator of the Thunder Basin Land, Livestock and Investment Co. and the owner and President of Mountain Benefits Associates, Worland, WY, which is a third party
Photo courtesy of Haynes for Governor. benefits administrator for businesses and organizations who are self insured.
rights”. This is what he pledges to do:
Taylor Haynes’ campaign Continued page 2 is about “restoring states
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Sunday, October 10 Cooler at 68 Low 39 brrriiisssskkk!
The 2nd Annual Buckles, Boots and Bling, presented by The Boys and Girls Club of Glenrock was a huge success. Taking place at the Hotel Higgins/ Paisley Shawl, there was standing room only with a live auction by Auctioneer Steve Flower and live entertainment by the Roscoe and Junie Band. The highest bid item was a Guided Youth Antelope Hunt that went for $1000, Jay Lesser of A-Square will be their guide. President of the Glenrock Boys and Girls Club, Andrea Barker stated that the event raised $23,800 which is "amazing"! Barker also commented, "It was a great time for the community,
people and for couples because there aren't many activities for adults/couples in Glenrock. And to make a benefit to something and have such a good time is awesome".
Barker also stated, "I could not have done it without the people who helped, you know who you are".
Items that ranged from a .30-06 donated by Glenrock business owner Jared Williams of Process Power and Control to ladies lingerie (sported by Glenrock's own Tucker Baughman) and Bling of the Night by Pinkerton's Western Collection there was something for everyone during both the Silent and Live Auction that brought a sold out crowd to the dazzling gala.
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LEGAL Construction Notice for Top of the World Windpower Project. Duke Energy and Top of the World Wind Energy LLC ("TOTW") hereby provide notice that construction of the Top of the World Windpower Project by general contractor, Wanzek Construction, Inc. ("Wanzek") is approaching its conclusion. Accordingly, Wanzek and TOTW are working to finalize their contractual commitments involving the Top of the World Windpower Project. All outstanding claims for materials and labor provided in relation to the Top of the World Windpower Project should be addressed with Wanzek. This notice does not affect the statutory or contractual requirements for resolution of such claims.
Kindergarten Registration! Kindergarten Registration will be held March 30, 2010 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Grant. All 4 and 5 year-olds, whose birthday falls on or before September 15th are invited to attend. Registration consists of (1) an informational Parent Orientation, (2) Completing and/or turning in required paperwork, and (3) The child’s visit to the classrooms. Parents need to bring current immunization records and an official and original birth certificate. All documents will be returned at the end of the evening. This is a wonderful introduction for your child and we look forward to meeting you and showing you around our exciting classroom! Registration packets are available now at the Grant Elementary office, and will also be available on the night of registration. Please return completed paperwork at Registration. All students who are registered by April 1st will be entered in a drawing for free backpacks loaded with school supplies! For more information, please call 436-2774.
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Wyoming To Provide The Capitol Christmas Tree. Ornaments Needed From Wyoming Calling All Wyoming Artists! Deadline extended for Wyoming to Help Decorate US Capitol Christmas Tree. The US Forest Service has issued an important request seeking the assistance of all Wyoming artist in the next three weeks to decorate "The People's Tree" and do Wyoming proud as part of Wyoming's U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree 2010 project.
quest, Cernicek has extended the deadline for submission of ornaments from October 8th to October 22, 2010. "We want to do all that we can to be sure Wyoming is able to meet the goal of over 6,000 ornaments by October 22, 2010, said Cernicek.
The people of Wyoming will make the 5,000 ornaments used to decorate Wyoming's tree. The ornaments will be 9 to 12 inches tall and must be made to withstand three weeks of harsh winter weather. An additional 1,000 ornaments will be made for the 75 companion trees displayed throughout the Capitol.
It is time honored tradition that one lucky child from the state of origin light the Capitol Christmas Tree with the Speaker of the House in front of thousands of attendees in front of the U.S. Capitol. ABOUT THE CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE PROJECT The Bridger-Teton National Forest, at the request of Senator John Barrasso, is leading the State of Wyoming in the delivery of the Capitol Christmas Tree for 2010. The Capitol Christmas Tree will grace the west front lawn of the U.S. Capitol in December 2010. The Architect of the U.S. Capitol has already selected a 67-foot Engelmann spruce from the Bridger-Teton National Forest which will be cut, loaded, covered and prepped for travel in November to Washington, D.C.
In order to facilitate this re-
In mid-November, the tree will
With the deadline extended to October 22, 2010, artists from all corners of Wyoming have been asked to help submit handmade ornaments to adorn the Capitol Christmas Tree. This year, for the first time, the 67-foot tree will be a gift from Wyoming, with 75 accompanying trees, all of which are in need of decoration.
be toured across the state of Wyoming before heading east to the U.S. Capitol. In late November, the tree will be delivered to the U.S. Capitol, where it will be lowered into 5-foot deep hole, strung with lights, and decorated with thousands of handcrafted ornaments made by Wyomingites from across the State. In December, the Speaker of the House, along with one Wyoming student, will light the tree and showcase Wyoming's historical, cultural and natural beauty. Through the holiday season, the tree will be lit at dusk, where it will be enjoyed by people from across world. The theme of Wyoming's tree is "WyomingForever West." For more information on the Capitol Christmas Tree for 2010, please visit http://www. capitolchristmastree2010. org/ or contact CapitolChristmasTree2010@gmail.com, or call Mary Cernicek at (307) 739-5564. Follow the Capitol Christmas Tree on Twitter at: www.twitter.com/BridgerTetonNF.
HAYNES CONT. FROM FRONT PAGE
“I will add Wyoming to the lawsuit against the nationalization of healthcare”.
“I will promote and sign legislation preventing the government from interfering with the lawful use of private property under the guise of protecting endangered species”.
“I will restore the fourth ammendment rights to all Wyoming citizens by promoting and signing legislation to stop the use of Eminent Domain by private companies’.
“I will promote and sign legislation to allow every citizen in good standing (non-felon) to carry the fire arm of their choosing in any manner they choose”.
“I will direct the Attorney General to restore reciprocity with the States where it has been lost”.
To see more on what Dr. Haynes wants to do for our state go to www.haynesforgovernor.com
NEW BBQ EATERY IN GLENROCK! By Amber Quillinan There's a new BBQ in town! "Food and Fun" is owned and operated by Annie Zwetzig and her son Kraig. The red BBQ trailer is located in the parking lot of Country Style Processing at 106 N. 4th Street in Glenrock. Food and Fun features items such as hamburgers, cheeseburgers and grilled
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chicken sandwichs. And, meats like pork shoulders and briskett are smoked on location. There is a picnic table outside to sit at in nicer weather but food is prepared for on-the-go. Kraig wanted people to know they are open everyday from about 10:30 AM to whenever things slow down around 8:00 PM or so. And if no one is around, he says just check the camper or
go to the door of Country Style, as they are open until 8:00 PM. Country Style Processing is also owned by the Zwetzig family so it gives a family oriented feeling to the BBQ. (None of the meat at Food and Fun comes from Country Style Processing)
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OBAMA BLADE CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE By Amber Quillinan
Even with the wind down on a great project like the Top Of The World Windfarm, there still comes a little excitement. The windfarm is in its final commissioning, but on Tuesday October 5th all remaining construction personnel got together for a picture, with a giant American flag, at the base of a Siemens turbine the group posed for a photo of Tower #90. This turbine has a blade on it that was signed by President Obama. The President visited Siemens manufacturing in Iowa, April 27, 2010 and personally inspected their blades at which point he signed one. It was not known at that time that the signed blade was destined for the Top of the World windfarm in Converse County, Wyoming. Greg Efthimiou, of Duke Energy, commented on the picture, "What's special is that it's
a photo that each of these dedicated and hard working employees will carry with them for the rest of their careers and their lives". He also remarked on the "significance of an American President signing his name on a clean energy project". Efthimiou also had this to say, "We would like to express our gratitude to surrounding communities, government leaders, land owners and our neighbors for their support. Duke Energy has tried to be responsible cooperate citizens and demonstrate our commitment to the community by our support to organizations like, Glenrock Boys and Girls Club, the Paleon Museum, the Make a Wish Foundation of Wyoming, Toys for Tots and worthy causes". David Grogg, Construction Manager for Duke Energy, had this to say, " When I heard the president of the United States
had visited the Siemens blade manufacturing site in Iowa, I was really impressed. Just the idea that President Obama picked a “Wind” facility to visit was awesome. Then to know that the blade he reviewed came to the same project, Top of the World, that I helped build, caused me to tell everyone. Then, when I thought about the story more, I realized that stories like these gain lots of momentum in ways no one can predict. So my management team and I decided to document the tower with a picture and we hope that President Obama will autograph the picture so we can give it as a special gift for the site management team here at Top of the World". To view the video of President Obama signing the blade go to: www.usa.siemens.com/en/ news_events/obama_visits_ windmill_plant.htm
FIRE CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE Firefighter Vern Arends suffered second degree burns on his arm and severe burns on his face. A Converse County Rural firefighter also suffered injury but that information was unavailable. Dawson Geophysical, an innovative solutions company for seismic challenges, was working in the direct line of the fire and lost one rolling unit as well as an unknown number of ground equipment. According to Excutive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Dawson, Ray Tobias equipment for this company ranges in the millions of dollars, it was unknown at press time what the monetary damage was of the ground equipment. "We are capable of fighting small prairie fires, but one of this magnitude was next to impossible and it was most important for us to get our employees to safety and worry about our ground equip-
ment later." Tobias also extended a huge thank you to all fire fighters including Glenrock Volunteer fire department for their tireless efforts in fighting this fire. Tobias also stated "We do everything in our power not to contribute to a grass fire, and irregardless of the fault (it is unclear at this time what started the fire) we want to be neighborly to the ranchers who's immediate lives were impacted by the destruction of fences etc., from this fire by assisting them in rebuilding their fences and whatever else has affected their immediate need to maintain the business of their ranches." Rocky Mountain Power spokesperson Jeff Hymas stated that although the fire came close to transmission lines, they did not need to de-energize. Several power poles were burned and
a small number of community members experienced a power outage." In addition to the 25,000 acres that was scorched, the Douglas Fire Department lost a "midi pumper", which is a smaller pumper unit designed to accomodate Emergecy Medical Service (EMS) and rescue capabilites. The flames fully engulfed the pumper while firefighters were attempting to control the raging grassfire that was being pushed by 40mph winds gusting past 60mph. Because of the intensity of the fire, a helicopter was called in to locate the destroyed firetruck. The pumper was fairly new and when a comment was made on the loss of the truck Mike James, with the Douglas Fire Department stated, "I can replace the truck, I can't replace our firefighters".
ASK THE GAME & FISH Q. Is there a regulation restricting cartridge capacity for big game rifles? A. No there is not. Modern big game rifles range from single shots to clip fed weapons containing multiple rounds. Most big game hunters use rifles with a capacity of four or five rounds. Some big game rifles utilize clips that have double that capacity. In any event, all are legal providing they conform with the legal firearms and cartridge requirements. Information on legal cartridges and firearms for big game hunting is found in the big game regulations and on the Game and Fish website http://gf.state.wy.us. -WGFD-
WG&F Commission Approves Amendment to Wind Energy Recommendations The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission today approved an amendment to its document: “Wildlife Protection Recommendations for Wind Energy Development in Wyoming.” The amendment outlines a process for the Wyoming Game and Fish Department to closely collaborate and consult with private landowners when making recommendations regarding wind development projects and their impacts on wildlife. The amendment is the result of a process initiated this summer by the commission, Jim Magagna of the Wyoming Stockgrowers Association, and a representative group of landowners. This group worked to address landowner concerns about potential wind projects, their impacts on wildlife, and how those impacts might be avoided or mitigated.
PYATT’S PIECES WHAT IS A GOOD READER? By Mike Pyatt
Though it may be difficult to categorize my writing style, if you have read any of my prior articles, you may still be trying to figure it out. Some read for facts, others for emotion or inspiration, and a few, who read critically. Nothing wrong with any of those approaches. Sir Francis Bacon is credited with this saying, making reading analogous to eating, “Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some only to be read in parts; others to be read but not curiously, and some few to be read wholly and with diligence and attention.” I can identify with Sir Francis, knowing that my reading habits vary in direct relation to the writer, the topic, and when discovered, the purpose of the book. Of course, it doesn’t have to be a book. It may be an article, poem, journal or, yes, even a textbook intended to be studied for knowledge and sufficient mastery to pass an exam. Metaphorically speaking, I hope you don’t “choke” on this article. I am going to engage my reading audience this week, with some helpful tips to perhaps be a “better reader” or at least an “aware reader.” Now, you will have to read carefully, for I shall include some “misstatements” and some “obvious errors”, that should be obvious to the careful reader. You may even find a “misspelled” word thrown-in to catch you offguard. Also, if you have read any of my previous rants, you may wish to employ a dictionary. Since childhood, I have employed the dictionary to become a better “wordsmith” and to expand my vocabulary. When my 3 sons were younger, they used to “fondly” call me “Webster”. Their friends use to call me on the phone and ask the meaning of a word. Though
they implored me to tell them the meaning of a word, I would compel them to “go to the dictionary to explore their hidden treasure. It is superficial to use big words to impress people. Few are impressed by such efforts. However, at times, one word, in context, so apptly, expresses an idea, where otherwise, one must use multiple words. For example, describing someone as “nebbish” is much easier, in my opinon, than to say, “He is so ineffective and inept.” It should go without saying, that most of us would be the poorer, were it not for the labor of love when Daniel Webster produced in 1800, a dictionary of our language, standing in stark contrast to the “language of England”. Here are some teckniques that you may find instructive to become a “good” or “better reader”: 1. Skim the entire article first. 2. Re-read second time to get the context, and read critically, resisting reading “blindly”. 3. Take notes, underline words or phrases that you don’t understand or that are unclear to you. 4. As you read, develop a list of questions for you to ask yourself to better understand. 5. Research the author, find his or her previous writings to see if it clarifies the article for you. 6. And, be sure whatever you do, to obfuscate yourself to the extent possible.
Send you comments and corrections to editor@theglenrockbird.com, and please be as disingenuous as possible, as I look forward to your responses and feedback.
“The department and commission want to ensure that landowners will have a meaningful role in addressing wildlife issues when planning wind development,” said Wyoming Game and Fish Commission President Ed Mignery. “The amendment to specifically address the importance of landowner involvement in the wind energy permitting process was a collaborative effort by all parties involved and a good testament of the public process.”
A Dawson employee in a Seismic Rolling Equipment truck evacuates the area during the incredibly fast moving fire on Monday that burned 25,000 acres. Photo © Amanda Smith
“The goal of the landowners was to ensure that in addressing potential impacts of wind energy on wildlife, that private property rights of landowners are acknowledged and protected,” said Magagna. We feel like this amendment addresses those concerns. The amendment represents the type of collaborative approach that should be the norm in relationships between wildlife managers and private property owners.”
workers ready the helicopter that was responsible for locating a fire truck that was engulfed in flames by the fast moving fire. Photo © Amanda Smith
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CANDIDATE DEBATE TO BE HELD AT UW Candidates for Wyoming governor and state superintendent of public instruction will debate Tuesday, Oct. 12, at the University of Wyoming Union Ballroom. The forum, sponsored by the Associated Students of UW (ASUW) and Wyoming Public Radio (WPR), begins at 6 p.m. with the state superinten-
dent candidates followed by the governor's debate at 7 p.m. WPR News Director Bob Beck will be the forum's moderator. The debate will be rebroadcast the following day on all WPR stations from noon-2 p.m. Candidates that were certified by the Secretary of State's office have confirmed they will be at the forum. Republican Cindy
Hill of Cheyenne and Democrat Mike Massie of Laramie are running for state superintendent of public instruction. Debating in the governor's forum will be Republican Matt Mead of Jackson, Democrat Leslie Peterson, also of Jackson, and Libertarian candidate Mike Wheeler of Casper.
Douglas High School Sports Re-Cap by Kelly Pexton
The Bearcat varsity football team traveled to Wheatland October 1. It was the closest game the Cats have had all year. Numerous penalty flags were thrown against Douglas. The Cats came away with a 2113 win.
The Lady Cat volleyball team had an impressive win streak, beating three teams. September 28 the Lady Cats traveled to Wheatland where they won 3-0. Two days later the Lady Cats won 3-0 again in Newcastle. Two days after that they did the same with Cheyenne South.
The JV football team was handed their first loss of the season in Gering, NE October 4. The final score was 20-23.
The JV Lady cats volleyball team also beat Cheyenne South, 4-0.
The swimming team hosted it's first home meet in the newly renovated rec center pool October 2. With five of the six conference teams in attendance, Douglas finished strong in second place, trailing Buffalo. October 1 the cross country team participated in the Loveland Sweetheart Invite. The boys team finished fourth out of 18 teams. The Lady Cats also finished fourth, just three points out of third place.
Douglas City Clerk Dies Unexpectedly by Kelly Pexton
Douglas City Clerk Cheryl Ewing was found dead in her home late Sunday night. At this time, death appears to have been from natural causes. Ewing has served the city of Douglas since June 2001. She was hired as administrative secretary, and then promoted to city clerk in 2006. Ewing has resigned as city clerk (she had yet to finish her last day) to move back to Florida where she had lived previously. Ewing’s daughter and granddaughter currently live in Florida. Her son is living in Michigan. Ewing’s reason for resigning and moving was to spend more time with her family.
Wyoming Authors Coming To Douglas by Kelly Pexton
Five Wyoming authors will be attending an author event hosted by The Whistle Stop in Douglas on Saturday, October 16. Authors in attendance will be Pam Barber, Don West, Linda Fabian, Carol Price Tripp, and Kelly Pexton. Barber and West are both writers of adult fiction. Fabien and Price Tripp work together on written history projects. Pex-
ton is a Christian children’s author. Pexton’s illustrator, Shirley Blakeley will also be in attendance. All five authors will have works on display available for sale and signing. The authors welcome questions and input from the public. The author event will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 2 p.m. The Whistle Stop is not only a charming book store, but also a
great espresso bar and deli. All are welcome to visit with the authors, browse the store, grab a great cup of coffee, and have lunch. The Whistle Stop offers amazing homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, and paninis. Come enjoy a wonderful Saturday at The Whistle Stop in Douglas, located at the corner of 3rdand Oak.
Oh Mylanta! Tales of Aunt Alice by Smokey Topaz
Ewing was active in many local organizations, including the Chamber of Commerce and the Douglas Rotary Club. Many fellow organization members and co-workers have expressed their deep sorrow at the loss of such a vibrant woman at the age of 58. Funeral services for Ewing will be held October 10 at Christ Episcopal Church in Douglas at 3 p.m. Burial will take place in Talahassee, Florida. The October 11 Douglas City Council meeting has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is October 25. The Cheryl L. Ewing Memorial Fund has been set up at Converse County Bank in Douglas.
Bra Decorating Contest to Promote Breast Cancer Awareness October is Breast Awareness Month
Cancer
The Wyoming Comprehensive Cancer Control Consortium is looking for a little extra “support” for breast cancer awareness as it kicks off its first Decorated Bra Event, according to the Wyoming Department of Health.
The contest encourages participants to decorate a bra to promote breast cancer awareness. “Bra decorating contests have been an increasingly popular way to raise awareness for breast cancer in other areas of the country,” said Jessica Perez, outreach coordinator for the Wyoming Comprehensive Cancer Control Program. “So we are bringing the idea to Wyoming with a statewide competition.”
"Everyone has been touched by breast cancer in some way, and this is a chance to get involved and make a statement,” Perez said. “We’d like to see entries from patients, neighbors, businesses and organizations.”
“We are excited to see how creative Wyoming can be and hope to receive entries from each county to help encourage a little friendly competition,” said Perez. “Because diagnosing breast cancer early makes all the difference, anything we can do to draw attention to breast cancer and promote early detection is important.”
Any bra size and type is eligible. The only restriction is that all bra surfaces must be totally covered. Each entry will be judged in the following categories: title appropriate to finished bra, overall design execution, workmanship, originality and creative use of materials.
Entries will be accepted through November 24. Decorated bras, paired with an appropriate slogan, can be sent to the Wyoming Comprehensive Cancer Control Program, 6101 Yellowstone Rd, Ste 259A, Cheyenne, WY 82001. Entry forms can be downloaded at www.fightcancerwy.com or call Jessica Perez at 307777-7362
Battle of the Bulbs OH MYLANTA ….Tales of Aunt Alice by Smokey Topaz I spent all summer planting flowers and vegetables, not an easy task where the earth is heavy clay. Having to dig through a layer of rock, cut through landscaping fabric and then dig into the heavy earth, holes twice as big as they need be so that good soil can be added, I had to haul almost seven-hundred pounds of soil by the time the planting was finished. Not an easy task.
Bras will be judged by a committee of cancer survivors selected by the Wyoming Comprehensive Cancer Control Program. From the finalists selected, a first, second and third place winner will be chosen. Winners will be notified by December 10. All qualifying bras will be displayed in the Wyoming State Capitol as part of the annual Celebration of Hope in January 2011, as well as at the Annual Cancer Conference in Cody May 11-12, 2011.
I completed the entire flowerbed along the length of the property line on three sides. It was grueling. The clay I removed had to be hauled in a wheelbarrow to the vacant open land beyond. I suppose you can say I developed great muscles and a farmer’s tan enviable by even the most weathered and experienced of planters. When I planted the last of the flowers I stood and looked over the work. It was certainly grand, and next year would be even better. The raspberry bush was still yielding a bowlful a day even in late September. I was happy. I was proud. I was finished. I never wanted to lift a shovel in this particular piece of ground again. “Well, Aunt Alice,” I said with finality. “I am done planting for the year. No more plants can possibly fit in these beds.” Aunt Alice was suspiciously silent, but never look a gift horse in the mouth. I was relieved there was no argument or suggestions. Yesterday seven large boxes arrived in the mail addressed to Aunt Alice. “What is all this?” I asked not certain I wanted the answer. “Five-hundred tulip, iris, daffodil and crocus bulbs. I need you to go buy another one-hundred pounds of dirt and get busy.”
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GLENROCK ROCKS! #39 - The Glenrock Bird thinks you make a great logo for the 2010/11 school season! Keep up the good work! And that goes for all sports and events participants! -The Bird
HERDER'S BOYS OF FALL LOSE TO NEW-
Glenrock’s boys of fall made it inside their opponents’ 20 yard line four other times, but couldn’t capitalize on their position.
showing that they have the spirit and drive to be considered part of the Herd. On Friday, October 08, 2010, the Herders took on the Wright Panthers, hoping to bounce back from two consecutive losses.
The Herders kept the Dogies to 65 yards of total offense, but Newcastle rebounded late in the 4th quarter scoring a touchdown and an extra point to take the lead— and the win—from the Herd.
Stay posted to The Glenrock Bird for that score plus game highlights in the October 17th edition.
Although this year’s team is a relatively young one (the group lost fifteen players to graduation), they are improving every game and
Good Luck Herders!
After a strong start with 19 plays down the field and a touchdown, the Herd couldn’t come up with the two-point conversion.
On Thursday, September 30, 2010, the Lady Herder volleyball team defeated Cheyenne South taking the win in three straight sets 25-11, 25-13, 25-8. During the game, Coach Tara Chandler used the score advantage afforded by Glenrock’s upperclassmen to allow her freshman and sophomore players to take the court and gain some valuable experience. The re-
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Troy Pinkerton runs the ball against Newcastle in last Friday nights game. Photo © Shannon Pinkerton
LADY HERDERS DO IT AGAIN sult, as seen above, was a good, solid victory.
Fortunately, Glenrock rallied and took that set 28-26.
The Lady Herders were at it again on Tuesday, October 5th, when they played Wheatland for the third time this season.
The Lady Herders poured it on during the final set taking it 2517, with Wheatland battling it out until the very last.
After taking the first set 25-12, the Herd was off to a shaky start for round 2. Fatigue had set in for some of the group causing several mistakes that Wheatland played to its advantage.
The Lady Herder volleyball team currently ranks second in 3A East due to Torrington’s defeat of Douglas that same week.
At one loss behind Rawlins and one loss ahead of Douglas in the standings, you can bet these ladies won’t back off when it comes to their next game, played on October 8thagainst Newcastle.
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On Friday, October 1st, the Glenrock High School Herders continued what has started out as a bit of a shaky season with a 7-6 loss to Newcastle.
For results of that game stay posted to The Glenrock Bird’s October 17th edition.
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when the cowboy was born; they were honest and cared for the land.
COWBOY CORNER Cowboy Poet Columnist TJ Casey
Back In The Day Back in the Day Back in the day, when a man rode a horse; out ‘cross the wild frontier. Back in the day,
Let’s go back to the day when this country was young; when we TJ Casey is a singer/songpulled our writer, storyteller, composer own weight and entertainer. He was raised to be free. up on ranches in Wyoming and When we’d Montana and now teaches the all stood to "Code of the West" and poetry pray, to students all across America. and our flag’s Check him out at: song was www.tjcasey.net. sung; no other way when they drove cattle that we wanted to be. north;
thousands and thousands of steers. Back in the day, when you knew a man’s worth; by his word and the shake of his hand. Back in the day,
Back in the day, when our parents were born; when they worked for the things that they had. Back in the day, were our people so torn; was politics always this
bad? Back in the day, when we lived by a code; and we knew wrong from right from the start. Back in the saddle when everyone rode; when common sense took over smart. Let’s go back to the days, when a man was a man; when one knew what they wanted to be. When we’d stand and we’d pray; t’was good to be American. No other place I’d want to be; than right here, in the land of the free. Oh Beautiful for spacious skies; for amber waves of grain. For purple mountains, majesty; above the fruited plains. America, America, America
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Sunday October 10, 2010
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
I’m Just Sayin... Spreading the Wealth Around – Fallacies of Socialism I'm Just Sayin.....By Susan R. Stoltz
As America heads down the road to socialism with promises of spreading the wealth to level the financial playing field, here’s what we can expect. More taxes and less work opportunities, more entitlement and less pride in a job well done, more government control and less control of our own lives, more corrupt use of government power and funds and less representation of we, the people.
Let’s take the VAT tax as an example and consider how it’s worked in other countries. The VAT tax is part of the overall plan for America and although a small percentage to start, keep in mind that all of the nations listed below started out with a lower VAT tax.
Let’s take Greece as a case-in-point. In spite of the social system that has ruled in their country for many decades their debt is so huge that the country is in danger of defaulting. That’s why the European economic community has intervened to bail them out. Greece has a 65% tax rate and yet 20% of their population STILL lives in poverty. Socialism has brought ultimate power for the politicians running the show. Do you think these people are ‘free?’ They are slaves to their economic system. Greece pays a 25% VAT tax. Here’s an eye-opener: United Kingdom Income Tax: 50% VAT: 17.5% TOTAL: 67.5% France Income Tax: 40% VAT: 19.6% TOTAL: 59.6% Greece Income Tax: 40% VAT: 25% TOTAL: 65% Spain Income Tax: 45% VAT: 16% TOTAL: 61% Portugal Income Tax: 42% VAT: 20% TOTAL: 62% Sweden Income Tax: 55% VAT: 25% TOTAL: 80% Norway Income Tax: 54.3% VAT: 25% TOTAL: 79.3% Netherlands Income Tax: 52% VAT: 19% TOTAL: 71% Denmark Income Tax: 58% VAT: 25% TOTAL: 83% Finland Income Tax: 53% VAT: 22% TOTAL: 75%
America was built on the notion that with hard work, ambition, and perseverance anybody can make their dreams of financial independence a reality. The 1% VAT tax the administration is now proposing seems miniscule now, but beware Americans. The politicians have a new revenue source and they WILL abuse it. With future taxes that could reach 70 or 80% (Sweden, Norway, Netherlands, Denmark, Finland) do you think you’ll ever own a house, buy a car, or send your children to college?
The cry of the socialist is always the same. Equalize income. Spread the wealth to the poor. Level the economic playing field and everything will be unicorns and flowers.
It used to be that we, as a nation, advocated hard work and determination. Now it seems we’re supporting an entire culture based on entitlement and a mouth full of ‘gimme.’
Redistribution of wealth means one thing. It doesn’t eliminate the poor. It doesn’t give higher quality services. It doesn’t make everyone equal. What it does is support an elitist government who thinks they know more about what the people ‘need’ than the people do. It gives them the money to keep the populace enslaved. It keeps us toiling day to day to pay 80% of what we earn to the government. I’m not paying 80% of my money to send the president’s wifeand forty of their friends to Spain, or fly Pelosi around in a giant jet, while I struggle to buy macaroni and cheese. Government is supposed to work for us, not vice versa… ing Offer al i c mer Com aping! sc Land
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Glenrock & Douglas Senior Cen- GLENROCK ters Provide Area Residents Age LIBRARY NEWS 60 and Older with Shelf Stable Emergency Meals
Selamat tengah hari! Hello in Bahasa Malaysia from the library! Visit our Mango Foreign Language database on line! Come in and find out how to get connected.
Beginning October 11, 2011, the Glenrock Senior Center will be offering Shelf Stable Emergency Meals to persons residing in Converse County at no cost. The meals will be available at the Douglas Senior Center beginning October 13, 2011. The Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division purchased the meals, using funds provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), and distributed them to Senior Centers across Wyoming to offer to qualifying persons in each community. The meals will be distributed on a first come – first served basis. The meals consist of Canned Chicken, Canned Fruit, Crackers, Juice, Dried Fruit, Cookie, Mayo and Relish Packets. The meals do not require refrigeration, and are intended for use incase of an emergency, such as a power outage, or weather emergency. You do not have to be a regular attendee of the Glenrock or Douglas Senior Center to receive these meals; the only requirement is that you are at least 60 years of age. If you would like more information on how to receive these meals, please contact the Glenrock Senior Center at 436-9442 or the Douglas Senior Center at 358-4348.
SENIOR SHENANIGANS Happy Birthday this week to Helen Popp.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. Be sure to join us every Friday for lunch. Now thru September 30, 2011 lunch at the Glenrock Senior Center (In House Meals Only) for those 60 and older is only $1.00! We will be having a Dinner Dance on October 23, 2010 starting at 5:30pm. Dinner will be BBQ Ribs, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Salad, Dinner Roll, and Berry Cobbler for Dessert. Swing Sounds will be providing entertainment following dinner. The cost is $5.00/person. Only 100 tickets are being sold, so get yours before they are gone! September Commodities are available for pick-up. We have Kidney Beans, Rice, & Spaghetti Noodles. October Commodities will be available starting Monday October 18, 2010, and the items will be Cranberry Sauce, Vegetable Oil, Beef Round Roast, and Pork Patties. Commodities can be picked up at the Glenrock Senior Center Monday thru Friday from 8am4pm. 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 call 436-9442.
Calling all homeschoolers and anyone that is interested!! The Converse County Conservation District will be here October 15 at 1:00 to put on their October program. The CCCD has worked to conserve and enhance natural resources in Converse County since 1979. They have visit the library for about 4 years. They always have a great program, stop in and visit with them. If you should be in Douglas, they are located at 911 South Windriver Drive.
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HUNTING
Four non-resident Antelope Hunters seek agreement with rancher for hunting privileges in area 26. Call 607-699-3302.
HELP WANTED
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: Saint Louis Catholic Church, Glenrock. Skills: secretarial, computer, bookkeeping. Part-time. Experience required. Contact: Father George Von Kaenel, S.J., Pastor, (307) 277-9390
GATHERINGS
Agents of Christ Trusting the Son is starting a holiness Bible study and prayer group in Glenrock one night a week. If you are interested and would like more information, please contact Jerry Bates @ 307751-1856.
HELP WANTED Studio Apartment for rent in Glenrock. $600 a month includes utilities. Please call 307359-8681 or email: shtngstrs1@aol.com
Cookbooks? With the school season well on its way, Ms. Kidneigh’s computer publishing class is back at it! We had run short of cookbooks but they have replenished our supply. If you didn’t get the chance to purchase one of our county cookbooks please stop in at the Douglas or Glenrock libraries and pick one up. The cost for a cookbook is $15.00. For Read Me A Story: October 9 – October 16: The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Sciexzka. Take a few minutes to brighten your day by picking up the phone and dialing 436-2353 to listen to a great story! We’re on the web athttp:wyldweb.state.wy.us/ glen. Our phone number is 436-2573. Fax number is 436-8525. We’re on Facebook. Be sure to check us out, just search for Glenrock Library. 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.
We also have wild game available!
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