SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – Command Master Chief Steven G. Hassler, a native of Wheatland, enlisted in the United States Navy in January 2003. Following completion of Recruit Training Command in Great …
Official Definition: The process or period of changing from one condition, place, or stage to another. Chamber Definition: Honoring what brought us here, protecting what has been entrusted to …
WHEATLAND – On Sunday, dozens of area families converged in Wheatland’s Lewis Park to participate in the successful back-to-school Backpack Program “party”. The event was open to all school …
HARTVILLE – Early last week, 22 former research beagles arrived safely at Kindness Ranch, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome them home. We’re incredibly thankful for everyone who …
By Hannah Cesar 4-H Youth Development Educator PLATTE COUNTY – The 2026 Platte County Fair was one to remember as exhibitors, volunteers, families, and community members came together to …
One of the highlights of fair week is the Saturday morning parade. It’s a lively, noisy, candy-chucking tradition that did not disappoint this year. The Antelope Gap Fire Department made sure to …
WHEATLAND – On Thursday, July 30, at approximately 4 p.m. the Wheatland Volunteer Fire Department responded to 1552 Elliot St. for the report of a structure fire. Upon arrival crews found a fully …
WHEATLAND – In an unexpected announcement last Tuesday, the Services for Seniors Activity Center in Wheatland was informed they had 30 minutes to clear the building and the parking lot as a new …
Steve Harshman, the Republican candidate for the State Superintendent of Public Instruction showed up to support Platte County’s FFA and 4H programs at the stock sale BBQ last Friday night and …
Kate Buffington was this year’s Chopped Challenge winner. This is the second year local cooks have competed in the contest based on the popular television show. Contestants each received a mystery …
Brent Bien visited Wheatland on Sunday and addressed a full room of interested constituents. Bien was born and raised in Wyoming, earning a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the …
The Blue Raven Realty float featured law enforcement, EMS, fire and medical responders from our community who cheerfully tossed popsicles into the crowd on Saturday.
The 2026 Laramie Peak Cattlewomen’s photo contest winners pictured left to right are: Cathy Jenne, Sharon Utter, Pennelope Ferreyra, Jodi Buffington, Sherry Muchmore, and Elvira Call. Other …
WHEATLAND – In spite of extreme high temps (in the triple digits) and a high UV index over the weekend the Platte County Fair commenced as scheduled. Beverage vendors no doubt experienced brisk …
Platte County seniors have been doing some virtual traveling lately. Activities director Carrie Kafka helped organize arm-chair tours to France and Ireland with KD Kneeburg. Kafka says …
GUERNSEY - On a bright, hot, windless summer day there are so many options for recreation. Camping, golfing, swimming, picnicking. People could choose to spend their time and efforts almost anywhere. …
