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The 19th annual Pepsi Wyoming State BBQ and Bluegrass Festival brought in 27 barbecue teams to compete in the Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned contest with Colorado Bulldawg BBQ, Levi and Jessica Stoakes, winning top honors. Colorado Bulldawg BBQ won the event with 706.24 points, ahead of Piggin' Whiskey in second at 701.66 points and American Heroes (2022 and 2021 champions) with 700.53 points. Levi Stoakes said this is his first year cooking as the Colorado Bulldawg BBQ team from Windso...
A comment made to a board member turned into a lengthy discussion during last Thursday’s Hot Springs County School District No. 1 Board meeting. Board member Bethany Webber had a district patron express concern about turnover within the district and board member asked to have the issue on the agenda for “discussion and transparency.” Superintendent Dustin Hunt said the district is not out of line with other businesses in the area. He also added that transfers within the district are not considered turnovers. It was noted that the figures the p...
Judith Carolyn Vang, 81, of Glenrock, Wyoming, was welcomed back to her heavenly home on the morning of Aug. 3, 2023 in Casper, Wyoming. In her final day she was surrounded by her loving family who held her hands and recounted memories with tears and laughter all around. Judy was born in Worland, Wyoming on Oct. 3, 1941 to Thomas Bader and Mayme Bader of Ten Sleep, Wyoming, where she grew up with her three sisters -- Sharon Ogg, Deanna Blincow and Glenna Misomelius. She graduated from Ten Sleep High School in 1959. Judy met the love of her... Full story
Michael James Brown, 69, passed away on August 14, 2023, after being life-flighted to Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado due to severe burns. He was born to Addison Edgar “Bud” and Ola Elizabeth (Downs) Brown on June 25, 1954, in Worland, Wyoming. He was the youngest of two brothers. Mick grew up on a ranch just outside Ten Sleep where the outdoors was his playground. He loved riding his horse, Fox, and enjoyed the cowboy way of life. Firearms, hunting and fishing all played a big part in his youth. After graduating Ten Sleep Hig... Full story
Our Mother reminded us to count our blessings everyday, 24 hours before her last. Grace Marie Briggs, 84, of Powell WY went home to be in peace with her Lord on Aug.17, 2023. Grace was born the only child to Edwin G. Thull and Margaret M. (Beslanowitch) in Laurel, Montana on Apr. 12, 1939. Her dad worked on small farms throughout WY & MT before settling in Powell where she graduated from PHS. She married Norman Briggs Dec. 19, 1972 and they resided in Manderson, WY until 2019 when she returned... Full story
Dustin John Valencia, 46, passed away at the Billings Clinic in Billings, Montana on Aug. 16, 2023. He was born on July 11, 1977. Services will be at 2 p.m., August 25, 2023, at the Worland Community Center Complex Conference room. A graveside will follow.... Full story
Shawn Douglas Bleak, 53, passed away on Aug. 18, 2023, at his residence in Sheridan, Wyoming. Shawn was born Feb. 28, 1970, in Thermopolis. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.... Full story
For the last two weekends in Washakie County residents and travelers have enjoyed two longtime festivals, one in Ten Sleep and one in Worland. This year, for the first time, I got to experience Nowoodstock. Traditionally for the Northern Wyoming News I cover the Pepsi Wyoming State BBQ Championship & Bluegrass Festival. This year I let Sean cover that festival and I trekked up to Ten Sleep on Saturday, Aug. 12 to check out Nowoodstock. Pat O’Brien, and now his director-in-waiting Kurt Steinke know how to put on a great festival. Vista Park i...
Kratom is a popular herbal supplement derived from the dried leaves of a tropical evergreen tree in the coffee family. People use kratom to treat chronic pain, depression and anxiety. And some use it to lessen the symptoms of opioid withdrawal. Anyone can buy kratom online, and it can be found at convenience stores, gas stations and vape shops. About 1.7 million people 12 and older used kratom in the United States in 2021, according to the National Survey on Drug Use. But kratom is not without risks. I recently read an article that talked about...
To those who know her, it came as no surprise that Desiree Ross found herself entered to compete in the Face of Horror contest. Surrounded by costumes and trinkets in her store, Second Treasures in Worland, Ross explained the details of the contest. This contest consists of over a month worth of rounds of fans from across the country voting for their favorite contestant, judging from pictures and responses to questions that they submit to their profile. After nine rounds, the grand prize winner...
The Wyoming Public Service Commission (PSC) is reviewing a proposed rate increase from Rocky Mountain Power (RMP). The rate increase would impact thousands of Wyoming people and businesses. RMP is the largest utility in Wyoming. Due to the significance of this proposed rate increase, Governor Mark Gordon inquired about additional public hearings, and the PSC has assured him that it plans to hold additional hearings for public comment over the coming weeks. The PSC has a public hearing scheduled in Casper on August 24 and plans to schedule... Full story
The 2023 Pepsi Wyoming State BBQ Championship & Bluegrass Festival Car Show saw a 1947 Dodge Truck take Best of Show. The car is owned by Anthony Weibel and has always been in the Weibel family. Chef's Choice was a 1941 Chevy truck owned by Jason Owens. Youth Recognition was the 1999 Chevy Express van ("Mystery Machine") owned by Wes Connally. Other awards from the car show, sponsored by Carquest and Dan Atkinson, were as follows: Best GM: 1947 Oldsmobile owned by Mark Case Best Ford: 1934 Ford...
With tournaments in Powell and Cody, the Worland High School golfers had an up-and-down start to their seasons. “It was a mixed bag of results for us,” said WHS golf coach Ben Hofmann. “We had some kids play really well for us. Then we had a few who struggled more than they were hoping to.” Sam Keller led the Lady Warriors in Powell, Aug. 10-11 and Cody, Aug. 14-15, shooting an 89, 90-179 to finish fifth in Powell, and a 92, 102-194 in Cody, finishing sixth. For the Warriors, Tyshon Swalsta...
POWELL — The fight over The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ new Cody temple is headed to the courts. On Monday, a group of 11 couples and individuals who live near the site sued the City of Cody’s Planning, Zoning and Adjustment Board, asking a judge to overrule the board and reverse its approval of the temple plans. Known collectively as “Preserve Our Cody Neighborhoods,” the neighbors are reiterating their arguments that the 9,950 square foot temple does not belong in their residential area west of the Olive Glenn Golf Course. M... Full story
Jason D. Wicks, age 49, of Hillman, Michigan, was arraigned in federal court on August 23, 2023, facing criminal charges of off-trail travel in a Yellowstone National Park thermal area and being under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the degree he was a danger to himself or others. Wicks pleaded not guilty to the charges. As part of the conditions for release, Wicks is banned from Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks until these criminal charges are resolved. This incident remains under investigation. A trial date has not been set.... Full story
Brief 8/28/2023 Uh oh, my personal data has been stolen: A Laramie citizen reported receiving a letter from HUB International that their personal information had been stolen, including social security number and driver’s license number. According to the news, 479,000 social security numbers could have been compromised. The letter recommended placing a credit freeze on the citizen’s accounts with the three credit reporting agencies: Experian, Equifax, and Trans Union. This is a free service that can be completed online. The Federal Trade Com... Full story
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