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TOP OF THE NEWS WYOMING MEDIUM SECURITY PRISON SET TO OPEN IN TORRINGTON A new medium security detention facility is scheduled to open in January of 2010 in Torrington, Wyoming. The facility will be known as the “Wyoming Medium Correctional Institute”, or “WMCI”.
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Volume #3: Issue 28
GLENROCK YOUTH COUNCIL REPORT
GLENROCK’S A-SQUARE CLOSE TO OPENING DOORS
During a city council meeting on December 28, all indications pointed to the occupancy of Glenrock’s A-Square building taking place in the immediate future.
DEER CREEK DAYS - PLAN EARLY, DON’T GET LEFT OUT
While Deer Creek Days will take place on August 6, 7, and 8 of 2010, Mary Kay Kindt of the Glenrock Chamber of Commerce pleasantly advises that anyone interested in attending plan ahead.
By Staff Reporter Jessica Smith
GLENROCK REC CENTER RENOVATES GYM FLOOR
The Glenrock Rec Center is finishing up the installation of it's beautiful new gym floor and it should be ready for the pounding of feet and basketballs soon.
HERDER SPORT & EVENTS - 3 FORMER LADY HERDER JOSIE STEWART CONTINUES TO IMPRESS
Josie Stewart was a freshman basketball player at Glenrock High in 2003. She began her high school career with a program that had not placed its athletes in the state championships for decades. That all would change. McKenna Parkinson - Photo © Amanda Smith
On Monday, December 15th, McKenna Parkinson, who is the Youth Council liaison to the Town Council gave her report on various activities from the High School including competitions attended and awards received. Activities discussed included State Drama, Basketball, Speech, and Choir. McKenna, who participated in some of the activities herself, created a speech entitled 'Why Voter Turn-Out is So Low'. In explaining her speech to the Council, Parkinson described some of the options thought of to increase voter turnout including: Internet voting, 'Day Off to Vote', and 'At School' registration. The Town of Glenrock is fortunate to have so many of its youth learning about governmental processes and participating in these oh-so-important activities, and to have someone like Miss Parkinson to report those activities to them. To see these processes for yourself, come to the Town Council meetings, held every second and fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Hall's Council Chambers.
NEWS FROM THE NEST - 6 Glenrock's Deer Creek flows beautifully in the wintery wonderful wonderland that is Glenrock. Photo © Amanda Smith.
A-SQUARE QUIETS CRITICS WITH SHOW OF GOOD FAITH By Staff reporter, Jessica Smith
During the Glenrock Town Council meeting on Monday, December 27th, Art Alphin and Jay Lesser of A-Square were on hand to answer questions regarding the status of their building. The two gentlemen, however, had another idea in mind--to surprise the Mayor and Town Council with their first official rent payment. Why is this such a monumental gesture? Because legally, A-Square doesn't have to pay rent until they are actually occupying the building. Recognizing that the delays are not the fault of the Town, Alphin and Lesser wanted to make the January 1st payment to show their appreciation for the help and faith the Town of Glenrock has shown the A-Square project. Art Alphin read a statement to the Mayor and Council and was kind enough to give a copy to The Glenrock Bird. He read: "A-Square of Wyoming, LLC, in its corporate capacity, and Jay Lesser and Art Alphin, in their personal capacities, would like to extend our thanks to Mayor
Steve Cielinski, the Town Council of the Town of Glenrock, and to the good citizens of the Town of Glenrock. We are on the cusp of economic development in the industrial park to the east of Town of US Highway 87-26-20. It is the Mayor, the Council, and the Town; with support from the Wyoming Business Council; who made this possible. The building which is to be the home of A-Square of Wyoming, LLC, is not yet ready, for reasons beyond the control of the Town or of the Prime Contractor. Irregardless, we said that we would start making payments, in accordance with the lease and the business agreements with the Town, on 1 January, 2010. Despite the status of the building, we meant what we said and said what we meant, througout this entire process, which began on 16 December, 2006." Mr. Alphin ended the statement commenting on the importance of A-Square making the payments as agreed and paraphrased J.J. Pershing when he said,
"Glenrock, we are here!" The Mayor and Town Council were very pleased with the gesture, Councilwoman Linda Care commenting, "I thought it was wonderful!" Councilwoman Care, who understands the issues to erecting a building from the ground up, although surprised at the timing, wasn't surprised at the integrity of the group from A-Square. "[They've] been wonderful to work with!" she stated. A-Square, which is a rifle and ammunition manufacturing company, has all their licenses in hand and inspections done for their business and are now simply waiting on some necessary equipment to arrive (locks worthy of a gun manufacturing facility) before they make the brand new building their home. Stay posted to The Glenrock Bird for updates and information on this wonderful new business as they become available.
SENATE APPROVES CROFTS TO BE NEW WYOMING U.S. ATTORNEY
Washington, D.C. – Before adjourning on Christmas Eve, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved Christopher A. Crofts to be the new U.S. attorney for Wyoming. U.S. Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso, both R-Wyo., were pleased the Senate was able to swiftly confirm Crofts.
BARRASSO VOTES AGAINST REID HEALTHCARE BILL
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On December 24th, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) issued the following statement regarding the passage of the Reid healthcare bill.
CONVERSE COUNTY & BEYOND - 7 TITLES REQUIRED TO REGISTER BOATS, SNOWMOBILES, TRAILERS
Beginning Jan. 1, motorized watercraft, snowmobiles and small trailers will have to be titled in order to be registered after they are purchased or their ownership is transferred
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HOW ABOUT VOLUNTEERING AS A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION? By staff reporter Mark Dosa
Mary Kay Kindt, now there’s a woman chock full of ideas worth considering.
ioned help. Mary Kay, you just may be on to something.
Known to many as the face of the Glenrock Chamber of Commerce, Mary Kay has some words of wisdom for those considering coming up with a New Year’s Resolution.
There certainly is no shortage of volunteer organizations here in Glenrock. A list provided by Kindt revealed close to 100, and she cautioned that it was likely incomplete. (If you’re affiliated with a volunteer organization and concerned the organization might not be on the Chamber of Commerce list, give them a call at 4365652.)
“Why not volunteer?” the affable Kindt suggested. While most New Year’s Resolutions focus on the individual making it, volunteering focuses on helping others. Times are tough. And folks, there are a lot of good people out there who could sure use some good, old fash-
So let’s say you’ve made a decision to volunteer. How do you get started? Think about your interests,
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your hobbies - things that emotionally move you. Then, give the Chamber a call. Chances are there is a volunteer group whose needs mirror your interests. Enjoy wrestling? Well, the Glenrock Wrestling Club would sure appreciate you sharing your expertise. Love working with little kids? The Glenrock Early Childhood Center just might be the perfect match for you. Have diabetes and learned techniques on dealing with the disease? The Diabetic Support would benefit from your wisdom.
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There are dozens of other volunteer organizations looking for kind, giving souls just like you. Give Mary Kay at
the Glenrock Chamber of Commerce a call. She can help you help others.
Volunteering. It just may be the most satisfying New Year’s Resolution you’ve ever made.
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GLENROCK’S A-SQUARE CLOSE TO OPENING DOORS By staff reporter Mark Dosa
During a city council meeting on December 28, all indications pointed to the occupancy of Glenrock’s A-Square building taking place in the immediate future.
GLENROCK REC CENTER RENOVATES GYM FLOOR By Staff reporter, Jessica Smith
The newly constructed building, located just east of town on US Highway 87-26-20, is the new home of A-Square of Wyoming, LLC. In order for A-Square to begin operations, a “Certificate of Substantial Completion - Exterior” needs to be approved and signed by Glenrock town officials. During the meeting, city council members discussed whether the current state of the A-Square facility met the criteria of “substantial completion”. Due to uncertainty regarding the legal definition of “substantial completion”, Councilman Carl Lembke initially made a motion to postpone consideration of Certificate signing until the next council meeting on January 11, 2010. After deliberation, it was agreed by council members that the only items needed for substantial completion are special locks. Council also agreed that once these special locks have been received and properly installed by A-Square, substantial completion will have taken place. Because of this, Kathy Patceg, Glenrock Town Planner and Building Inspector, stated that The Certificate of Substantial Completion should be signed as soon as proper lock installation has been verified, rather than tabling the issue until January 11, 2010. Her recommendation was approved by the council. Once the Certificate has been signed, A-Square will be able to occupy the building and commence operations related to the manufacturing of high grade rifles and related equipment. Special locks are required by the ATF (Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms) because weapons will be manufactured within the walls of the facility. The delivery of the locks has been delayed due to problems associated with the package carrier and weather conditions that have slowed package deliveries in general.
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO HOLD WEIGHT LOSS COMPETITION By Staff reporter, Jessica Smith
Get ready Glenrock, for the mother of all New Year's resolutions is about to get a bit of help! Plans are under way for the Glenrock Area Chamber of Commerce to hold 'Glenrock's Biggest Loser--A United Weight Loss Effort'. Though an official start and end date have not been set as of yet, the Chamber plans to meet on Sunday, January 3rd, to hammer out the details for the competition. Prizes will be awarded for participants' efforts and registration can take place over the phone by calling the Chamber of Commerce at 436-5652. Stay posted to The Glenrock Bird for more information regarding the 'Effort' as it becomes available.
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REC CENTER GEARS UP FOR YOUTH BASKETBALL By Staff reporter, Jessica Smith
The Glenrock Rec Center is currently holding sign-ups for their Youth Basketball League. With the first practice scheduled for January 11th at 5:00 p.m., and encompassing grades 3rd through 6th, both boys and girls are encouraged to sign up before the start date. Depending on the sign-up numbers, boys and girls teams are set to be separate, but if there are not enough to play separated teams, co-ed teams will be created. The cost for several weeks of fun and exercise is $30 per child. For more information, contact Kirstjen at the Rec Center: 436-5434.
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Glenrock School Lunches Monday, Jan. 4 - Pizza, All Tuesday, Jan. 5 - Chicken Strips, All -
Strips of fire, MS, HS Wednesday, Jan. 6 - Shredded beef and gravy, All Thursday, Jan. 7 - Beef taco pie, All Friday, Jan. 8 - Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, All
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Inset: The gorgeous new gym floor at the Rec Center waits patiently for players.
The Glenrock Rec Center is finishing up the installation of it's beautiful new gym floor and it should be ready for the pounding of feet and basketballs soon. The Center purchased the flooring several months ago, but held off on putting it in place until the fate of the building was a bit more certain. Due to the fact that bamboo is a renewable resource, the new bamboo flooring is a 'green' and durable addition to the facili-
ty, and should last for many years. The installation was completed by John Barham, the Rec Center's Morning Supervisor, and Carl Federer, a Rec Center employee. Kirstjen McNally, Administrative Assistant for the Center, explained why the floor was replaced. "That other floor was horrible...," she said, "[We] liked the idea of bamboo...it is very, very durable
Carl Federer works to finish the new bamboo floor in the Rec Cen
which is part of why we did it--it would be good for a gym floor." The Rec Center is open Monday through Thursday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday
from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. For more information about the Rec Center, its facilities and equipment, or other programs offered, call 307-436-5434.
DEER CREEK DAYS - PLAN EARLY, DON’T GET LEFT OUT By staff reporter Mark Dosa
While Deer Creek Days will take place on August 6, 7, and 8 of 2010, Mary Kay Kindt of the Glenrock Chamber of Commerce pleasantly advises that anyone interested in attending plan ahead. 2010 marks the 25th year the event has taken place, as Deer Creek Days will celebrate its Silver Anniversary. “It’s never too early to start planning for your family vacations and reunions,” Mary Kay suggested. Indeed, Mary Kay. It would be a shame to miss the 2010 event because some less important venture was planned without some forethought. When asked to describe the event, Mary Kay enthused that “It gives Glenrock the opportunity to showcase itself as a community. People from around the world come to see what Glenrock has to offer.
pating in an event, you can pick up a registration form at the Chamber office, located in the same building as the Paleon museum.
Class reunions are common. Over 9,000 people attended last year’s event. There are many different activities that kids and adults can enjoy.” Mary Kay then smiled and remarked, “Believe it or not, a team of people came all the way from California just to participate in our mud volleyball event. They’ll probably be here for our next Deer Creek Days event as well.” Alright folks, if mud volleyball
PALEON MUSEUM MOVING FORWARD By Staff reporter, Jessica Smith
The Glenrock Paleontological Museum and Dr. Robert T. Bakker Education Center (affectionately known as 'The Paleon') is continuing its efforts to move forward by implementing numerous upgrades to its display area recently, and through the continuing hard work of the 'Bone Biddies', the museum's amazing group of volunteer bone preparators. Created in 1995 because of the generosity of Mr. Merle Dunham, the Paleon Museum has been a Glenrock institution ever since, offering world-class displays and an ever-widening array of educational programs. With casts created at the Paleon residing in museums about the country--including the Carnegie Museum in Pennsylvania--and scientists from countries such as England, Germany, and
Australia coming into the museum to perform research, the facility has become well-kown and well-respected in the scientific community. From the moment you step into the museum, you get a sense of wonder at all the amazing plants and animals that used to inhabit our great landscape. Right now, one of those animals is giving the Paleon crew a runfor-the-money when it comes to its identification. The jacket (the apparatus which holds the fossils) in question is from the Como Bluff area (near Medicine Bow) and the bones inside it are approximately 144 million years old. The group has uncovered several interesting bones in the jacket--and even an Allosaur tooth--but nothing so definitive as to tell them what type of animal they are dealing with..... yet.
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just isn’t up your alley, there’s a whole slew of other fun things to get up close and personal with. Ranch rodeo, truck pulls, car races, 3 on 3 basketball, and a Lions Club barbeque are just a few of the many fun filled events awaiting lucky attendees. (A full list of “things to do or see” will be posted on the Glenrock Chamber of Commerce web site well in advance of August 6.) If you are interested in particiAs more and more is uncovered for experienced eyes to see, an identification shouldn't be long behind...and once the specimen is cleaned and identified, it will be put on display for everyone who enters the museum to enjoy. Though the Paleon is in its fifteenth year of existence, the displays change yearly and each experience with the crew is a new and exciting one. Visitors from across this great country make the journey to Glenrock's Dinosaur Museum each year in order to see what's changed and to take part in the Paleon's summer dig programs. Stuart McCrary, the Paleon's Executive Director, is proud of the direction the museum is taking and even more proud of the work that is now--and has always been--put into the Paleon, as well as appreciative of the volunteers. "I couldn't be happier with our progress," he said, "The Bone Biddies give so much time and effort to see these bones are taken care of and Sean (the
Mary Kay wants everyone to know that the Chamber is looking for an honorary parade marshal for the event. If you know anyone you feel is deserving of such recognition, just submit that person’s name along with a short paragraph describing why you feel the individual is worthy of being nominated to Mary Kay on or before March 1, 2010. Also, if you’re interested in helping your community out, there’s always a need for some extra hands come Deer Creek Days. If you’re willing to put in some volunteer time for your town, give Mary Kay a holler at 436-5652. museum's Director of Paleontology) is the driving force behind the retrieval, curation, and placement of these specimens--without the people here who do what they do, the museum would not be able to function." McCrary, who modestly directs the praise away from himself, does all the administrative work for the facility and has done all of the wood work for the new display boxes currently under construction (as depicted in last weeks Glenrock Bird)--and are they ever beautiful! Take time out, good people of Glenrock, and go see the wonderful world-class establishment that rests in your very own backyard...Glenrock's own Paleon Museum located in the heart of Historic Downtown Glenrock at 506 West Birch Street, adjacent to the Hotel Higgins. Winter hours for the museum are Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information on the Paleon or its programs, call 436-2667.
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Josie Stewart was a freshman
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FORMER LADY HERDER JOSIE STEWART CONTINUES TO IMPRESS By Staff Reporter Mark Dosa
basketball player at Glenrock High in 2003. She began her high school career with a program that had not placed its athletes in the state championships for decades. That all would change. While 2003 was a tough year, 2004 saw the Lady Herders reach the state championships under the guidance of Coach
In 2006, her senior year, Lehner’s Herders just missed making state. Despite her disappointment, Josie did achieve impressive individual honors that year. She averaged almost 20 points per game as a senior, which was the highest in state, regardless of division. She was also selected as a candidate for the prestigious
letes in the state, regardless of sport, is quite possibly the ultimate individual award received by Stewart during her high school career. Success continued at Casper College, where for two years Stewart played as a full scholarship athlete, leading the team in scoring and rebounding both years. After finishing her career
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made with the Cameron coach. school Cameron, deciding to play for the Aggies. She clicked with the coach, a religious man who appreciated the desire and drive Josie brought to the table. As fate would have it, as soon as Josie got back from her visit to Cameron, as soon as she got back from the airport to her home in Glenrock, an offer was made to play at a Division I school in Ft. Myers, Florida. Her dream had come true. A full scholarship to a D1 school. A school that had the talent to make it to the NCAA finals. An elite program. Josie thought about it and turned the offer down. You see, Josie had already made a verbal commitment to play at Cameron. While she could have voided that commitment without putting her playing career in jeopardy, she instead chose to honor the verbal contract she
How about adding another intangible to the Stewart legacy: integrity. She is flourishing as a player in Cameron, currently leading her Aggie team in rebounds, steals, points, and average points per game. The drive, the work ethic, the determination are still there in spades. It’s these intangibles that dad Donnie is most proud of. “Josie was never the most physically gifted athlete, but she was one of the hardest workers, practicing 7 days a week, taking thousands a shots a week, hitting the weight room, doing whatever it took. That’s what I’m most proud of how hard she worked, and how hard she works.” Hard work, commitment, integrity - the intangibles that made Josie a success as a Herder - continues to propel her at the college level, reaching levels of achievement few of her colleagues can match.
Josie Stewart - Photo © Amanda Smith
Tony Lehner. Stewart was a big part of the new found success, averaging about 18 points per game and making all state as a sophomore.
McDonalds All American award. Equally as impressive, the talented youngster was selected to play in the Montana/Wyoming All Star Game.
at Casper, Stewart had a decision to make. She had more than 20 offers from a variety of 4 year schools, and it was time to make a choice.
2005 saw then junior Stewart help her team reach the state championships yet again, this time placing third. The hard working young lady was once more recognized as an all state player.
Perhaps most impressive of all, 2006 saw Josie being chosen as a Wyoming state finalist for the Bob Carey award. Only 5 girls were chosen as finalists, with athletes from all sports being considered. Being chosen as one
Josie’s father, Donnie Stewart, reminisced during a conversation held in the Rec Center on a beautiful Wednesday afternoon. “Josie’s dream was to play for a Division I school. Her heart was set on playing for a Division I school.” Unfortunately, at that point no Division I school had shown interest, despite the fact that Josie had a work ethic and hunger for success that few athletes could match. Josie ultimately made a verbal commitment to Division II
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Fall prevention - Kraig Barthlama, PTA Approximately 35-40% of generally healthy individuals aged 65 or older fall annually. More than 50% of these falls result in minor injuries and approximately 10% result in serious injury. Efforts to reduce the incidence of falls among the elderly and the associated healthcare costs have become an important health mission across the country. Researchers from the Oregon Research Institute found that participants in a Tai Chi class had a significant reduction in the frequency of falls, improved balance, reduced fear of falling and most importantly of all, reduced their risk of falling by 55%. From this study, a specific program called Tai Chi for Better Balance was started. This program uses a simple 8 form, modified Tai Chi program based off of the Yang style of Tai Chi. This study showed that the movement patterns and weight shifts used in Tai Chi are very effective in improving balance. These movement patterns are circular, slow, continuous, even and smooth, and emphasize weight shifting along with postural alignment. This program has even been adopted and endorsed by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as an effective, community based program that can prevent falls in older adults. The many other benefits of Tai Chi include an improved social and mental well-being, improved daily physical function, improved self confidence in daily living skills, improved personal independence, improved sleep, improved quality of life and an over-all health improvement. It has also been shown to help fight depression, increase selfesteem, help pain control, decrease joint pain, increase range of motion, reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Tai Chi has become an increasingly popular form of exercise, especially among older persons. According to a 2007 study by The National Institute of Health's National Centre of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, more than 2.3 million Americans practice tai chi for various health-related purposes. Many of these programs are making there way across the nation to more rural areas. The Tai Chi for better balance program is now being taught in many cities including Casper, Wyoming and the surrounding communities. Look for Tai Chi classes to be forming in your area soon.
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Cowboy Column Cowboy Poet Columnist TJ Casey TJ Casey is a singer/songwriter, storyteller, composer and entertainer. He was raised up on ranches in Wyoming and Montana and now teaches the "Code of the West" and poetry to students all across America. Check him out at www.tjcasey.net.
WEATHER FORECAST I get up in the morning; and look up at the sky. I can tell in just a minute, what ma nature just might try. If it’s clear or partly cloudy or the sky is overcast; I can tell you just by looking and tell you pretty fast. I don’t need a television or a doggone radio; to find out if it’s gonna sleet, or rain, or even snow. I just watch the old horizon, and I can tell you pretty quick; if the day will be a hot one or if the back road will be slick. If it’s rainin’ when I hit the floor, then that’s what it’s gonna do. Or if it’s really snowin’; then I guess I’ll know that too. If it’s bright and clear and sunny; then that’s the way it’s gonna be. There’s no way that we can change it; I hope someday you all will see. So next time you get disgusted, at how the weather goes; and it doesn’t really happen like the television shows. Remember how I did it and you’ll find out pretty fast; that you can do yourself a favor by doin’ your own damn weather forecast!!
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The Night Hawk Night Hawk Bird 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
SURROUND YOURSELF WITH THOSE WHO CAN ENCOURAGE YOUR EFFORTS Ultimately we are each responsible for our own success. Luck can sometimes play a part however I'm a firm believer that luck is the result of lots of hard work. Luck never gives, it only lends. I think much of what we accomplish depends on who roots for our success in our voyage toward the goal. Do you surround yourself with those who have confidence in your abilities or who denigrate you in small ways? Are the people in your life enthusiastic about your growing ability or do they compare you unfairly to those who have already met with great success? Success is measured in various ways. For me, to progress along my path in small steps with deliberate forward movement is success. And in that expedition towards excellence I am the driving force. But are those around me doing their best to encourage me or are they intentionally setting up roadblocks along the way? Two years ago I decided to change my life, both personally and professionally. It wasn't easy and it wasn't the path of least resistance. If anything it seemed as if I met resistance with every forward stride. I questioned my decision. At times I questioned my sanity. But one by one I eliminated the barriers that people had put in my way. Sometimes those obstructions were the very people I had invited into my life. They were so difficult I had to analyze each and every statement or deed to find the hidden meaning in their motive. It's exhausting. How can anybody possibly be productive if worried about what everybody else thinks? To be straightforward is a blessing. To have those around you do the same is even better. If you have a clear vision for the direction your life is headed surround yourself with those who can also visualize the outcome toward which you work. Hold yourself to a high standard of excellence and accept the criticism given you by those who know. But be discerning between those who have a high standard of excellence vs. those who hold themselves aloft as being the standard bearer toward which all must strive. Eventually we all learn our way around the gatekeepers. 2010 should be about stepping out of the box and leaving it behind. In a world where things are fluid, insecure and nebulous it can be difficult to go even further out on a limb. There are new ways to accomplish the goal and new ways of doing things. Leave yourself open to the different perspectives on an old task. Be on the leading edge of what will convey your more rapidly towards a prosperous future without compromising excellence along the way!
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NERHABA! HI IN TURKISH FROM THE LIBRARY! A happy and prosperous New Year to all from the Glenrock Branch Library! Try as they might the Foundation Board was having a hard time trying to get the community cookbooks out before Christmas with no success. Fortunately the high school computer publishing class, under the supervision of Mrs. Kidneigh, have graciously come to their aide. With Christmas break behind us, the cookbooks will be ready sometime in the new year. A big thank you to all who have been involved with the task of writing, gathering, compiling and at last getting them put together. I know it will be worth all the time it’s taken, to finally make them available to you.
HOUSE FOR SALE - 440 Gold Pan Drive Sun Up Ridge in Glenrock - Price $189,000.00
Beautiful ranch style home in quiet residential subdivision. Three bedroom, two bathrooms and a two car garage (with gas heater!) makes this 1376 square foot home the ideal place for any family looking to buy. Built in 2006 - features include Tankless Water Heater / In Floor Hot Water Heat Dishwaser, Refrigerator, Overhead Microwave, Stove. -Vaulted ceilings in main house. -Master bedroom sports a wonderful walk in closet, double sink, double headed tile shower -Floor coverings include wood, tile and carpet -Foundation - Crawlspace
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Wednesday, 12.23.09
News From The Nest BARRASSO VOTES AGAINST REID HEALTHCARE BILL WASHINGTON, D.C. – On December 24th, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) issued the following statement regarding the passage of the Reid healthcare bill: “The Senate today passed a healthcare bill that represents politics at its worst. Promises of transparency, fiscal discipline and thought-
ful policy debates were replaced with closed door meetings, billion dollar pay offs and partisan tactics. “Instead of helping more Americans have access to affordable, high-quality health care, this 2700 page bill cuts Medicare, increases taxes, raises insurance premiums and burdens our grand-
children with even more debt. “There is no reason to rush legislation that will impact one sixth of our economy and affect the health of each American. “After practicing medicine for over 25 years, I know that this bill will not deliver bet-
ter care to folks in Wyoming and across America. As this legislation moves to the House, I will continue to speak out against it and do everything possible to ensure that Congress finally passes reform that will increase the quality, availability and affordability of healthcare in our country.”
Happy Birthday this week to Irvin Hottell. 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. Our next Dinner Dance will be our Valentine's Day Party on February 13, 2010. Entertainment will be provided by "Swing Sounds". The Commodities are in. This month's items are Mixed Fruit, choice of Lamb Chops or Turkey, Orange Juice, & Instant Milk. You may pick your commodities up at the Glenrock Senior Center.
Senior Lunch Monday, Jan. 4 - Meat ravioli, broccoli, garlic bread, tossed salad, peaches Tuesday, Jan. 5 - Stuffed chicken breast, rice pilaf, winter blend vegetables, roll, tossed salad, berry tart Wednesday, Jan 6 - Roast beef and gravy, mashed potatoes, baby carrots, apple slaw, pineapple upside down cake Thursday, Jan. 7 - BBQ ribs, mashed potatoes, cabbage augratin, whole wheat bread, tossed salad, apple pie
~ LUKE TAYLOR ~ Luke Richard Taylor, age 15, went to be with his Savior on Christmas Day, December 25, 2009, in Arvada, Colorado. Luke was born on November 10th, 1994 to Richard and Amanda Taylor in Westminster, Colorado.
Tuesday, 12.22.09 -Officer Performed a Welfare Check -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x3 -VHW Added -Comm Tech Performed a Notary x2 -Officer Performed a Civil Standby -Dog At Large. Unable to Locate -Range Key Issued -Traffic Stop. Written warning issued for expired registration -Extra Patrol Requested -Traffic Stop. Verbal warning issued for tail light
Friday, Jan 8 - Ham and beans, corn bread, tossed salad, fruit cocktail
-2 Vehicle Accident on I-25. Emergency units responded -Battery. One arrested trans ported to CCSO detention -Public Works Called Out to Sand Streets -Rollover. Emergency units dispatched -Maintenance Requested -E-911 Medical. Transport one to Casper -Dog at Large. ACO located the dog at home -Slide Off Reported. WHP notified -Officer Unlocked a Vehicle Door -Range Key Issued -Rollling Hills Patrol Completed x2 -Vehicle Accident on I-25. Negative transport Thursday, 12.24.09 -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed -Traffic Accident Report Taken -Ambulance. Negative transport Friday, 12.25.09 -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed -Deer vs Vehicle.
WHP notified -E-911 Medical. Transport one to Casper -Hit and Run Reported -E-911 Medical. Transport one to Douglas -Maintenance. Public Works notified -Fire Reported. Emergency units dispatched -Officer Performed a Welfare Check Saturday, 12.26.09 -Ambulance Requested. One transported to Casper -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed -Plowing Requested -Medical. One transported to Casper -Suspicious Circumstance. UTL Sunday, 12.27.09 -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x2 -Street Plowing Requested -Animal. CCSO notified -Property Destruction. One arrested and transported to CCSO -Welfare Check. Everything appeared ok Monday, 12.28.09 -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x2 -Dog At Large. Owner notified x2 -Officer Unlocked a Vehicle Door -Maintenance. Public Works notified -Comm Tech Performed Notary x3 -Motorist Assist. Everything was ok -Welfare Check. Everything was ok -Traffic Stop. Verbal warning issued for passenger side headlight Tuesday, 12.29.09 -Rolling Hills Patrol Completed x3 -Loose Cattle. Salecs notified -Phone Harassment Reported -Domestic Dispute Reported
SENATE APPROVES CROFTS TO BE NEW WYOMING U.S. ATTORNEY Washington, D.C. – Before adjourning on Christmas Eve, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved Christopher A. Crofts to be the new U.S. attorney for Wyoming. U.S. Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso, both RWyo., were pleased the Senate was able to swiftly confirm Crofts. “The Senate did a lot of work this Christmas and some of it was good. Confirming Kip to be the U.S. Attorney for Wyoming definitely fits in that category. I’m sure he will do an excellent job in this new role. His accom-
plishments while practicing law in Wyoming and while serving in the military showcase the qualifications we need in a U.S. attorney,” said Enzi. “While serving in the Wyoming Senate, I always valued Kip’s work ethic and his commitment to our state. His confirmation is good news for the people of Wyoming. Kip is a solid choice and will do an excellent job as U.S. Attorney,” said Barrasso. The term for U.S. attorney is four years. Crofts will replace Kelly Rankin.
NEW ROLLING HILLS FIRE HALL ONE STEP CLOSER By Staff reporter, Jessica Smith
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Luke was raised in Arvada and was a freshman at Ralston Valley High School in Arvada. Luke played football for the Black Knights as a running back and linebacker. He was on the Rocky Mountain Storm Luke Richard Taylor. Lacrosse Team as a center Middy. Luke was an outstand- Washington, his uncle Travis ing athlete and will be missed Taylor of Casper, and two by his coaches, friends, and cousins Johnathan Taylor of Glenrock and Kyle Taylor of teachers. Casper, along with numerous Luke is survived by his father extended families. Richard Taylor and his stepmom Julie Mills of Arvada, his mother Amanda Taylor of Thornton, Colorado, his brother Tyler Taylor of Glenrock, a sister Bayley of Bailey, Colorado, his fraternal grandfather and step-grandmother Richard and Georgia Taylor, and fraternal grandmother Dixie Taylor all of Glenrock, his maternal grandmother Deloris Bellcourt of Washington, his great-grandmother Betty Taylor of Casper, his aunts Amy Taylor of Glenrock and Wendy Taylor of Casper and Amy Bellcourt of
Services were held at St. Louis Catholic Church on Saturday, January 2nd, at 11:00 a.m., with Father George VonKaenel, S.J. Pastor, officiating. Donations may be sent to a scholarship fund, which was set up in Luke's memory. The address is: Arvada Middy Scholarship Fund, In Memory of Luke Taylor, P.O. Box 1679, Arvada, CO. 80001 Obituary courtesy of Bonita Hunt.
Sunday, January 3rd, 2010
Laser Construction is making headway on the addition to the Rolling Hills Fire Hall despite the weather. The metal framework for the building is in place and construction hasn't seemed to slow as a result of all the snow. As reported back in November by The Glenrock Bird, the old fire hall consisted of two buildings, one of which was quite aged, and neither of which housed the equipment properly. In fact, the vehicles had to be placed in the old building in such a way that valuable time was lost simply trying to get them out for a call. Rolling Hills Town Clerk, Teresa Montgomery stated, "There was a need for a bigger fire hall so the equipment could be stored properly...it will allow the equipment to get in there correctly and safely." The old addition on the main building has been torn down, and the new, larger addition will make it easier to reach the equipment and fire trucks used to protect the good people of Rolling Hills. Stay posted to The Bird for updates and photos on the progress of the much needed building.
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WYOMING MEDIUM SECURITY PRISON SET TO OPEN IN TORRINGTON By staff reporter- Mark Dosa
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Front entrance of the Wyoming Medium Security Prison - Photo courtesy DLR Group.
A new medium security detention facility is scheduled to open in January of 2010 in Torrington, Wyoming. The facility will be known as the “Wyoming Medium Correctional Institute”, or “WMCI”. Courtney Herteg, Field Public Information Officer for the Wyoming Department of Corrections, revealed that the prison “Is not currently open and has no prisoners.” Melinda Brazzale, Public Information Officer for the Wyoming Department of Corrections, provided further information. “Prisoners will be arriving at WMCI during the latter part of January, and will continue to arrive in February and March.” When asked for a specific date in January, Brazzale stated that “This information is never given out. It would alert (associates of
the prisoners). We don’t give this information out for safety and security reasons.” “The prisoners will come from both the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins and from the state of Virginia,” Brazzale elaborated. “WMCI was built because our system was overpopulated. The prisoners from Virginia are Wyoming prisoners, and will also be incarcerated at WMCI.” The DLR Group in Colorado Springs, Colorado is the national architectural engineering, planning, and design firm responsible for the creation of the WMCI. Adrienne Tuck, Marketing and Public Relations Specialist with the DLR Group, provided additional information about the facility and upcoming events. “The facility will officially open on January 6, 2010,” Tuck stated in a conversation
on December 30. (While available for prisoners, WMCI will not house prisoners until the latter part of January as previously stated by WDOC Public Information Officer Brazzale.) “Prior to the arrival of inmates, there will be an open house with tours. Public tours will take place on January 8, 9, and 10, with a ribbon cutting on January 6.”
stance abuse programs, vocational education, mental health housing and treatment, sex offender treatment, geriatric services, case planning, and reentry housing help.
Tuck continued. “The facility has separate corridors for staff and visitors. There will also be video teleconferencing capability, which will allow families to maintain relationships if they are outside of the prison fence.”
A special tour for members of the media will commence at noon on January 6, with media members having the option of, according to Tuck, “going through the whole experience, if desired, from fingerprinting to spending the night in prison”.
Tuck went on to state that “The goal of WMCI is to have direct supervision with a humanistic approach.” According to “Corrections Today”, WMCI will provide a variety of effective programs and services, including sub-
Designed by DLR architects David Boehm and Robert Lampert, the facility will include a total of 459 cells and 864 beds.
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The facility is located on Sheep Creek Road in Torrington, approximately 120 miles southeast of Glenrock.
TITLES REQUIRED TO REGISTER BOATS, SNOWMOBILES, TRAILERS Jessica Smith - Staff Reporter
Beginning Jan. 1, motorized watercraft, snowmobiles and small trailers will have to be titled in order to be registered after they are purchased or their ownership is transferred. The changes are among several revisions to the state’s vehicle titling and registration laws approved by the 2009 Legislature to improve consistency, clarity and accountability. The changes do not apply to vehicles purchased before Jan.1, unless ownership changes. The new provision concerning motorized boats and personal watercraft requires titling at a county clerk’s office before a previously unregistered craft can get a registration number from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. The registration number is required for the craft to be used on Wyoming waters. Motorized watercraft can be operated temporarily for up to 30 days immediately following the date of purchase or construction by providing, a bill of sale from a motorized watercraft dealer, a notarized
bill of sale stating the name of the previous owner, the name of the purchaser, a description of the craft with the correct hull identification number or a copy of a properly transferred title, or a copy of a notarized affidavit by the builder of a homemade watercraft, including a description of the watercraft and the date construction was completed.
towed behind a vehicle, which instead requires a mobile machinery sticker available at county treasurer offices or ports of entry. Homemade utility trailers that don’t have the vehicle identification number required for titling can get a state-assigned VIN through WYDOT’s Motor Vehicle Services Office.
Once a VIN is assigned, an inspection by a law enforcement officer is required to assure it is properly affixed to the vehicle before a title can be issued. For more information, contact the WYDOT Compliance Office at 307-777-3815.
Homemade watercraft builders can get hull-numbering information from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department in Cheyenne by calling 777-4575. For snowmobiles, titling also occurs at county clerk’s offices. The trails sticker required for riding snowmobiles on public lands is obtained from the State Parks and Cultural Resources Department or their selling agents.
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Trailers weighing less than 1,000 pounds, such as small utility trailers and many boat trailers, not previously registered will require a title from a county clerk’s office before they can be registered at the county treasurer’s office.
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Exempted from that requirement is mobile machinery, such as an air compressor
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