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School resource officers David Smith (left) and Christina Mangan speak with students and the general public about work in law enforcement during the career fair at Wheatland High School last week.

Ninth annual career fair a success

WHEATLAND – A career fair hosted by Wheatland High School was a success this year, boasting 40 vendor stations highlighting various career fields available in the region. The entire …

Community center planning underway in Glendo

GLENDO – Plans for a new community center was the main topic of discussion at last week’s Glendo council meeting. Councilmember Heather Schoning thanked Greg Burke and Robynn Hill for …
The display of veteran memorabilia and uniforms is a highlight of Veteran’s Day in Wheatland.

Importance of veterans highlighted in county-wide ceremonies

PLATTE COUNTY – Across the county last week, local communities demonstrated patriotism and gratitude for family, friends, and neighbors who answered the call to serve in our nation’s …
Building 511 is officially open for business after the ribbon cutting ceremony last week. The well-attended event celebrated the completion of a modern, two-floor facility designed to best serve troops training at Camp Guernsey.

Ribbon cutting held for new barracks building at Camp Guernsey

GUERNSEY – A mix of military and civilians, construction workers, base staff, and local and state officials were on hand for the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new barracks building at Camp …
Election Results

2024 General Election Results

Platte County unofficial results as of 8:29, includes Wheatland precints and absentee votes. Further updates will be available as results come in.  US President …

Platte County 2024 Primary Election Results

Results as of 7:42 p.m.  Includes Absentee and Agriplex votes UNITED STATES SENATOR – REPUBLICAN   John Barrasso 1256 …

Court Report

May 28 Infante, Ruby, Greeley, Colorado. Take controlled substance or liquor into jail; fees and fines: remand. Markley, Patricia, Centennial, Colorado. DUI Alcohol = to >.08% - first …

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Calendar of events
May 14 Osmera, Seth M., Guernsey. Possess Contr Narc Subst. – Schedule 1 or 2 - Amt More Than In Para ci: Remand; Possess Contr Narc Subst. – plant-3oz or less: Remand; Powder or …
CHUGWATER – An appointment of a new mayor pro-tem was among the actions taken during the May 6 meeting of the Chugwater Town Council. Mayor Carol Ash cited the declining health of current …
WHEATLAND – Opinions and accusations were flying, but the jury is still out on the path that should be taken as the Platte County Commissioners decided whether to abandon or move easements in …
WHEATLAND – After approval by county commissioners to move the county’s North Tower communications antenna, emergency responders will have better signals than they’ve ever had. …
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Obituaries
Richard Francis Fahey Jr.
A funeral Liturgy for Richard Francis Fahey Jr., 76, will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, November 22, 2024 at the Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wheatland with Father Hiep Nguyen as the …
John Lawrence Atkinson
Lawrence Atkinson was born to Day and Connie Atkinson and spent his young life on the Sheep Creek Ranch in the remote Marshall area of northern Albany County. He graduated from Wheatland High School …
Darlene May Fertig
A funeral service for Darlene May Fertig, 84, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, November 3, 2024 at the Wheatland Bible Church in Wheatland with Pastor Tony Borton officiating.  Darlene Fertig …
Harold E. Denney
Harold E. Denney of rural Chugwater passed away peacefully at Platte County Memorial Hospital in Wheatland at 7:09 pm on October 25, 2024, at the age of 84. Harold E. Denney the son of Harold A. and …
Evelyn Jane Wittick
A funeral service for Evelyn Jane Wittick, 97, was held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the United Methodist Church of Worland in Worland with Pastor Kayi officiating.  Interment will …

Locals complete hand tallying training

Uliana Hansen (left) is the first student in the state to be certified by USCase.org for successfully completing the Professional Handcounting Development training course. She is pictured with local teacher Daniel Stevens at a training event in Chugwater.

CHUGWATER – Learning to hand count election ballots is one way to be prepared when a continuity of government plan is required. In mid-October, 14 area participants met at the Chugwater …

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Service learning: the heart of a community

WHEATLAND – November has arrived, and along with the colder weather, turkey dinners, and shorter days, it is a time of year to think about giving thanks. What are you thankful for this year? …
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Stacy Buchholz
4-H and Youth
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Friend or Foe? It is snake season
PLATTE COUNTY – Over the last weekend, my family and I were traveling some backroads and found that our creepy, crawly friends have come out of hibernation. Many of these backroad snakes were, …
Lisa Phelps
Sunset reflections
U nless you see it, it’s hard to grasp. That’s a bit of an understatement because I’m talking about an amazing double rainbow that spanned the entire county, from north to south I …
Lisa Phelps: Sunset Reflections
Roses. Flowers. Chocolate and cute little red hearts and notes of affection. You know what I’m talking about because it has become such a tradition in our world every February 14 to share something sweet (whether poetic prose, a gesture, or actual goodies) with a “sweetheart.” (See what I did there?)
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Court report
July 8 Schear, Wade, Gillette. Manufacture or control narcotic substance; fees and fines: Bound over Possess control narcotic substance; fees and fines: Bound over Hildebrandt, Shane, Cheyenne. …
Court Reports June 15 - June 30
June 15 Gunther, Karissa, Casper. Vehicle exceeded 80 mph on Interstate (6+ mph over); fees and fines: $103. Rieckers, William, Mills. Follow too closely; fees and fines: $100. Seat belt driver; fees …
Public Notice No. 11704
Request for Bids The Town of Wheatland Police Department will be accepting sealed bids for ONE (1) full size white in color SUV. This unit shall be new with full factory warranty. The unit shall be …
Public Notice No. 11703
PURSUANT TO WYOMING STATE STATUTE §18-3-516(b)(i), all salaries listed herein are actual wages, not including any benefits, paid to all full time Town of Wheatland employees and elected …
Public Notice No. 11702
UNAPPROVED RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS FOR THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE TOWN OF WHEATLAND A regular meeting of the Council for the Town of Wheatland, Platte County, and State of Wyoming was held on July 8, …