(Riverton, Wyo.) – Riverton Schools Superintendent Terry Snyder said this afternoon disciplinary action has been taken against three members of the Riverton High School Wrestling team in connection with an incident that occurred in January of this year in Natrona County.
Here is the text of the superintendent’s remarks:
Rosters for the 2018 Wyoming Coaches Association all-star basketball teams were recently announced and they feature four county athletes.
Each of the Fremont County athletes will play for the north squad, as games are north vs. south teams.
The boys all-stars include Riverton’s Ridge McCoy and Wind River’s Jayin Trumbull. John Hepp of Buffalo will coach the north team, and Lex Cornia of Evanston coaches the south.
The girls roster has Riverton’s Leighanna Shoulderblade and Lander’s Jade Ware. Gillette’s Mitch Holst coaches the north team, while Lusk’s Deb Murray will coach the south.
Games will be played at Casper College Saturday, July 21st. The boys begin at 5:00 p.m. and the girls at 3:00 p.m. Practices begin on July 18th.
(Fremont County, Wyo.) – Here is the report of the most recent arrests around the County from local enforcement agencies. All persons arrested or cited are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filing from the Fremont County Attorney’s Office.
The following arrests occurred Monday, July 9
Theodore, Goggles, 76 Riverton, Intoxicated Pedestrian
Goich, Brian, 25, Rock Springs, Fremont County Warrant
Jensen, Rusty, Casper, Fremont County Warrant
Perry, April, 44, Riverton, Breach of Peace
Smith, Benita, 52, Kinnear, Breach of Peace
Whiteman, Edwin, 39, Ethete, Fremont County Warrant and Obtaining Property by False Pretenses
The following arrests occurred Monday, July 9
Bell, Paul, 56, Riverton, Public Intoxication
Harding, Gerland, 54, Fremont County Warrant
Norse, Rudolph, 56, Riverton, Fremont County Warrant
The following arrests occurred Monday, July 9
No arrests reported
Dozens of motorcycles lined Second Street in downtown Shoshoni Saturday.
We’re told by the owners of the Lucky Lounge that this was one, of a few stops, along a poker run. The bikers then continued to to the B & K Shoreline Stop.
The motorcycles added to the excitement already in Shoshoni Saturday, as the community firefighters hosted the annual Shoshoni Day in the Park, one street over, on Third Street.
(Lander, Wyo.) – The Lander Valley High School Interact Club this past month learned first hand about how to help students in the Copper Canyon of Mexico. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Lander, the high school club heard from Rennard Savanoe of Anahuac, Chihuahua State, Mexico, about the Tarahumara and Mestizo peoples, who inhabit the rugged canyon area.
Members of the Rotary Club of Lander and the LVHS Interact Club have made several trips into the canyon this past decade to help build recreational facilities, rehabilitate a school building and lay a water pipeline for the people living there, among other projects. The Rotary Club and individual members have also contributed to the Canyon Scholars fund, to help continue students’ education. Without that financial support, the young people of the canyon and their families could not afford to go to school.
According to the Canyon Scholars program, Tarahumara Indian and Mestizo families must pay for fees, uniforms and supplies in middle school (grades 7-9) and high schools (grades 10-12). Because many of the children leave school after the sixth grade to help their families make a living in the harsh environment, the scholarship program is making it possible to further educational opportunities there beyond elementary school.
The canyon is located in the remote Sierra Madre Mountains in Northern Mexico. In the 17th century, the ancestors of the current residents escaped into the far reaches of the canyon to protect themselves from the Spanish Conquest of the country. The canyon is said to be larger and more spectacular than the Grand Canyon in Arizona.
(Worland, Wyo.) – The Terek fire, located northeast of Worland exhibited active fire behavior Monday night and is now approximately 36,000 acres burning in sage and grass.
Over 120 personnel, four Single Engine Air Tankers, two Heavy Air Tankers, one Type 1 Helicopter, one Type 3 Helicopter, and two Air Attack Platforms are currently working the fire along with numerous ground resources.
High temperatures, with gusty wind conditions are expected for today. Federal, state, and county firefighters continue to work on constructing the fire perimeter and limiting the potential fire threat to individuals and private property. Ground crews are in place to protect any threatened structures and no structures have been reported lost at this time.
Road closure: Highway 31 between Manderson and Hyattville is open only to residents in the area and has been closed to all through traffic at this time. The closure is in place to ensure the protection of the public and fire personnel.
No Fly Zone: Aerial operations are ongoing, please refrain from flying drones in the area. Remember, if you fly, we can’t.
The Terek fire was reported on Sunday night July 8, to the Cody Dispatch Center at 11:02 p.m. The fire is located NE of Worland, Wyoming in Washakie County, North of Hwy 16 and South of Hwy. 31 mostly on BLM land. It was originally three smaller lightning-caused fires which burned together.
Riverton’s annual Day in the Park gets a new space for the 2018 event.
Due to the North Federal construction project and difficulty accessing Riverton’s City Park, this year’s event is at the Central Wyoming College front lawn.
Day in the Park is set for Saturday, July 14th from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Day in the Park Coordinator, Liz Conally told us, “We are expecting to have 75 to 100 vendors this year. Some are arts/craft vendors, food vendors, and others are non-profits and politicians.”
Booth space is $65 and still available. For more information contact Liz Connally at: rivertondayinthepark@gmail.com or at 307-851-2844.
Day in the Park kicks off the Riverton Rendezvous festivities.
Looking to hit the water? We’ve got you covered.
With approximately 3.6 million miles of streams — including 12,734 miles of Wild and Scenic Rivers — the United States has some incredible stretches of water. They’re the perfect place for a quiet float trip, a heart-pumping whitewater adventure or the chance to catch a big one. And one of the best for floating and fishing is right here in Wyoming.
North Platte River
Mention Wyoming’s North Platte River to someone who’s fished there, and you’re guaranteed to get an earful of tales of the big browns, rainbows and cutthroats that they have fought on this legendary Wyoming stream. Even though they might not share their secret spots, this river offers plenty of public access points to the best fishing segments. The aptly named Miracle Mile and Grey Reef are just two popular segments — drift boats and shore anglers can both enjoy its waters. The numerous boat launches allow for a variety of trip lengths ranging from an hour or two to the entire day. The popular Bessemer Bend Recreation Site offers fishing, picnicking and interpretive displays discussing the significance of the site as a major crossing for the California, Oregon and Mormon Pioneer National Historic trails. Several public campgrounds are located along the corridor. The North Platte is a true gem of central Wyoming, and a top destination in the state for a fishing and boating trip.
Whether it’s a day trip or overnight, fasten your life jackets, grab your paddle and #FindYourWay on one Wyoming’s awesome river trips!
A packed lineup is scheduled for the Lander LIVE 2018 season, which kicks off next week in downtown Lander. Presented by Fremont Toyota and the Shoshone Rose Hotel and Casino, Lander LIVE will bring nationally touring headliner bands SUTSO, the Main Squeeze, Shovels and Rope and Futurebirds to town for a series of concerts in July and August.
The season kicks off July 19th with SUTSO, who’s bandleader and songsmith Justin Osborne’s lyrics bring a full picture into view, covering a mix of genres. Subsequent shows take place on Thursdays and will feature the Main Squeeze on July 26th, who’s deep musical roots sprouted in the Midwest will bring a powerful blend of funk, hip-hop and soul to the LIVE stage. Shovels and Rope, the award-winning South Carolina duo of Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst will perform August 9th, and Futurebirds will conclude the season on August 23th.
“Our concert series has grown each season,” said Dot Newton, Events Coordinator for the Lander Chamber of Commerce. “For a small town of less than 8,000 people, the musical talent we’re attracting is impressive. We’re capturing musicians on the heels of Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado and other national and international tours.” Newton adds, “ Because folks travel to see this level of talent, the size of the audience continues to exceed our expectations each concert as well, especially from out of town visitors.”
All shows are donation-supported, open to all-ages, and begin at 5:00pm with opening acts. Lander LIVE takes place at the Jaycee/Chamber Park Stage located at 1st and Main Street. In addition to music, local vendors will sell a variety of food and drink including locally brewed favorites from the Lander Brewing Company.
Each show offers a variety of music genres and highlights Wyoming-based artists. On July 19th, the Canyon Kids from Jackson Hole will open the night for SUTSO. Then on July 26th also from Jackson, Wyoming-based Sneaky Pete and the Secret Weapons will share their tunes as an opener for the Main Squeeze. August 9th opens with Whippoorwill, a duo of female singer-songwriters, before Shovels and Rope ramp up and are expected to get the whole town foot-stomping. Finally, on August 23rd the last concert will host an award ceremony for the Lander Community Foundation as they recognize over 40 area non-profits that participating in the 2018 Challenge for Charities fundraiser. The season will close with Bob Lefevre and the Already Gone from Laramie, WY, with a season-closing performance by the Futurebirds.
“People have asked how we are able to book this level of bands,” said Newton. She notes that the band booking process starts in October and takes months of planning and negotiation. She works closely with a volunteer in Lander, who is a music aficionado and unofficial booking agent.
“Together we considered over 100 bands for this year’s season,” said Newton. “It was really cool to have bands and agents approach us because they had heard such good things about Lander LIVE from both the previous performers and fans. Lander LIVE really helps to put our small community on the map through these big names.”
While the big band names have made the most press, Lander LIVE has also managed to keep the series on a donate-as-you-can level, thanks to sponsors, grants and donations. In June Lander LIVE was awarded grants from both the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund and the Wyoming Arts Council that channels federal funds from the National Endowment for the Arts to Wyoming-based arts projects. The rest of the costs are offset by sponsors including platinum sponsors Fremont Toyota and Shoshone Rose Hotel and Casino, grants and donations raised by the community. Newton added that, “We still need to raise funds to offset the costs for the season.” She hopes that through at-door donations and beverage sales, Lander LIVE will make up the budget gap and be able to save a little to get the 2019 season started.
To help folks get to the Lander LIVE easily, the Shoshone Rose is offering shuttles from the west end of town to the venue. Folks can catch a shuttle from Baldwin Creek Road and Main Street at 4:45, 5:00 or 5:15pm on each concert night. A shuttle will return immediately at the close of the concerts.
In the meantime Lander is getting ready to host and enjoy these great artists for another fun season of Lander LIVE. Newton points out that, “Each concert night is made possible by volunteers, who team together to make this a true community event.” It takes about 40 volunteers each night to help bands move in, welcome the audience, pour beverages and cleanup at the closure of the night. “Volunteers are amazing,” said Newton. “We couldn’t do it without that support.”
More information about the shows can be found at www.landerlivemusic.com or on the Lander LIVE Facebook page. For more information or to volunteer contact Dot Newton, Events Coordinator, Lander Chamber of Commerce: dot@landerchamber.org, 307-332-3892 or go to www.landerlivemusic.com.
Updating a story posted last month on County10.com
The Bureau of Land Management Rock Springs Field Office is pleased to inform the public that repairs have been completed to a washout section of Chapel Canyon Road in Sublette County, between Big Piney and La Barge. The road is now reopened to the public. The BLM strives to be a good neighbor by providing communities with safe access to their public lands.
The washout occurred approximately 1.5 miles south of where Chapel Canyon Road intersects BLM Reardon Draw Road #5401, impacting an approximate 20-by-20 foot area. Repairs were completed on June 27.
Dr. John Reckling specializes in Internal Medicine at SageWest Medical Group. And with every new patient, he’s used to getting some funny looks about his candy jar filled with “little blue pills (candies).”
As you can imagine, this jar can be quite the talking piece. Puzzled looks give Dr. Reckling permission to tell a funny story about his grandpa; Dr. Reckling, Sr.
“Your dad gave me some little blue pills, and they really helped me,” said many of Reckling Sr.’s patients. “Can you prescribe me those?” Apparently, Dr. Reckling’s grandpa helped a lot of patients with these little blue pills! So much so that it became a bit of an inside joke at the office when colleagues gave Dr. Reckling Jr. a jar of little blue candies to keep on his desk.
Today, the jar serves as a reminder of a funny story and the Reckling family tree of physicians.
Grandpa Reckling was a Family Doctor, dad Reckling is a General Surgeon, and his uncle and brother are both orthopedic surgeons. Including John, that’s 5 docs in the Reckling family.
Initially, John’s plan was to become a plastic surgeon but after training under his Internal Medicine mentors he found a deep appreciation for Internal Medicine. “IM is a hands on craft that is complex and intellectually stimulating,” he explained.
It was mentors Drs. Sorensen and Gose who convinced him to put down roots in Wyoming. Today, Reckling serves as an Internal Medicine physician for SageWest Medical Group. He also serves as the Medical Review Officer and Director of Workwise, a program designed to ensure a healthy, safe and drug-free workplace.
As a Primary Care Physician, his days are spent helping people through health challenges, often severe cases. Dr. Reckling excels at helping his patients restore, manage, and in some cases, prevent conditions. He especially enjoys working with conditions of the heart, lungs, diabetes, infections and cardiovascular preventive issues.
John Reckling, M.D. is available for appointment at Wind River Clinic in Riverton. Call 307.857.3488 or visit 1005 College View Drive, Riverton to schedule.
Firefighters from both Wyoming and South Dakota are battling a wildfire ignited by lightning in northern Wyoming.
The fire began Sunday on Bureau of Land Management land in Washakie County and spread quickly to an estimated 15 square miles (39 square kilometers). Its location is between the small communities of Manderson and Hyattville and accordingly, the Wyoming Department of Transportation has closed highway 31 between the two communities.
Air tankers and helicopters are being used to help firefighters on the ground.
Elsewhere, a fire that has been burning since June 10 in southern Wyoming is now 90 percent contained. The fire has burned about 33 square miles (85 square kilometers) in the Medicine Bow National Forest.
Better weather conditions recently have helped firefighters, and all pre-evacuation orders have been lifted.
The Northern Arapaho WIC program is always striving to improve and find better ways to serve their client’s needs.
Right now, on their Facebook page they are conducting polls to assess what the community of Ethete needs. It’s just a few questions long and your input will be very valuable to them and greatly appreciated.
Northern Arapaho WIC is a Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children for supplemental foods, health care referrals, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk. They offer breastfeeding support with their Certified Lactation Counselors and Peer Counselor, as well.
Currently they are open Monday – Friday 8:00AM to 5:30PM in Arapaho and the second Tuesday of every month in Ethete 11:00AM to 3:30PM. Their next day in Ethete will be July 10.
Two convenient locations:
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Westward Heights is seeking applications for a full time, 12 hour night shift RN/LPN at their Lander location.
If you’ve got a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference in the lives of people, this might be the job for you! As an RN/LPN, you have the opportunity to enhance the lifestyle of residents through the best professional care and services offered. Positively interact with residents, guests, family members and team members daily.
Work in a beautiful facility designed to make residents and staff comfortable, uplifted, and energized.
Qualified candidates will be Registered Nurses with a current CPR Certification and will possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a positive image.
Please stop by and pick up an application or click here to fill out an application online. If you have any questions contact Tara McDonald at 307-332-5560.
If you’d like to be a part of a team and “Make A Difference”, this is the place for you.
Westward Heights Care Center
150 Caring Way
Lander, WY 82520
www.westward-heights.com
Westward Heights is an equal opportunity employer.
Is it best to see a spine and back specialist or simply go to a general practitioner or other doctor for treatment of an injury? People who live, work, and play in Central Wyoming often ask this question because of the limited resources we are accustomed to.
Teton Orthopaedics firmly believes that in order to provide the best possible patient care, it is important for physicians to study, train, and practice in specialized areas of medicine. This is especially true with respect to the spine, a complex structure that is vital to daily living.
For 25 years, Teton Orthopaedics has been providing specialized orthopaedic treatment to our community. This means you have access to a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in your particular need, such as the knee, foot and ankle, shoulder, hand and wrist, and spine.
Learn more about them and their respective specialties below:
Almost everyone will experience back or neck pain at some point in their lives. The spine is one of the most complex areas of the human body. Whether you have become injured on the job or in an accident, or are feeling the pains of advanced age, there is no need to carry the burden of a bad back. The expert spine team at Teton Orthopaedics are here to offer you the utmost in musculoskeletal and spinal care.
Dr. Christopher C. Hills, D.O.
Adult Spine Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
Trauma and Fracture Care
Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Click here to learn more about Dr. Hills.
Dr. Joshua Beck, M.D.
Adult & Pediatric Spine Surgery
Joint Replacement Surgery
Fracture Management
Board Certified
Fellowship Trained
Click here to learn more about Dr. Beck.
With an emphasis in outdoor recreation and sports, Teton Orthopaedics is no stranger to knee and shoulder injuries. Whether wear and tear or worse, all matters dealing with this region of the musculoskeletal system are covered.
Dr. Andrew B. Bullington, M.D.
Knee & Shoulder Surgery
Sports Medicine
Trauma and Fracture Care
Board Certified
Fellowship Trained
Click here to learn more about Dr. Bullington.
Why see a generalist when you can see a specialist right here in Riverton and Lander? Contact Teton Orthopaedics to schedule a consultation with an experienced orthopaedic doctor or orthopaedic surgeon.
After diagnosing your condition, we can recommend a treatment plan that suits your preferences and lifestyle. Come in and see why we’re the definitive choice for your orthopaedic needs.
Call us at (307) 733-3900 or toll free (800) 659-1335
Teton Orthopaedics
Our condolences to the families and friends of the following:
Frances Lee Maria Miranda, 35, of Ethete passed away Thursday, July 5, 2018. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at Blue Sky Hall at 10:00 AM. An evening service will be held Monday, July 9, 2018 at 7:00 PM at Blue Sky Hall with a wake to follow at 337 Plunkett Road. Interment will be in the Shakespeare Family Cemetery at Ethete, WY.
On July 6th 2018, Glenn Sr. Aragon died in his home in Kinnear, Wyoming. Funeral Services will be held on Wed. July 11, 2018, at 10:00 A.M. at Rocky Mountain Hall, Fort Washakie Wyoming. A wake will be held Tues. July 10, at Glenn and Joanna’s family home, 9770 US Hwy 26, Kinnear, Wyoming, starting at 5 P.M. Read full obituary here.
A series to share #smiles across our community through the achievements of our local youth, brought to you by Rendezvous Dental.
The Key Club of Riverton High School won a international first place award Friday night at the organization’s national convention in Chicago. Sponsor Brady Beers said the win came for the club’s annual “Thanksgiving For All” dinner, in which the community joins with the club and delivers many hundreds of cooked thanksgiving meals throughout the city.
“The Category was for a Single Service Award,” Beers said. The Thanksgiving project has earned prior awards from the national organization, but this was the big one. “This is just not our award,” he said. “The service project was completed by both the Riverton Key Club and the Riverton Builders Club. We had lots of community help as well.”
Team members who attended the Chicago convention included Citlalli Almejo-Ponce, Isaac Almejo-Ponce, Kameron Murfitt, Megan Friday, Joey Martinez, Miracle Gardner, and Amy Hambrick.
Beers also said it wasn’t the only award to come Riverton’s way. “Our District won an award for working with the Thirst Project. We (RHS) raised the most money per member for their cause.”
Congratulations Key Club!
Leadership Fremont County’s purpose is to identify key individuals with leadership qualities and concern for the County’s future. For fourteen years, this program has given professionals the opportunity to hone leadership skills, network, and gain a deeper understanding of the businesses, culture, and resources available throughout Fremont County.
Participants receive an outstanding educational program that creates a better understanding of public policy issues, economic and social diversity, and the challenges facing our unique area of Wyoming. The program provides classroom instruction, class projects, and visits to area businesses.
Here is what Leadership Fremont County graduates have to say:
“LFC is a great leadership training program – the best I have ever seen. Over my career I have been through 3 or 4 other programs, and LFC is the best. It provides a good mix of leadership development activities, networking opportunities and exposure to county institutions and projects. It is especially good for those seeking career development, and upcoming leaders.” – Brad Tyndall, Ph.D., President, Central Wyoming College
“The program means a lot to me not only because there are so many different things that we get to explore, but there are also many more leaders in the community that we get to connect with, and we are able to explore all of their great attributes and what they mean to our community.” – Kassie Holdren, General Manager, Bailey Enterprises Inc.
“I am passionate about Leadership Fremont County. Graduates of the program have a better understanding of what resources are available to our communities, and can take that knowledge back to their employers. The Leadership training is top-notch. As a board member, I see first hand the passion and dedication the board has in delivering employers exceptional training for their teams.” – Tara Carr, Vice President of Public Relations, Teton Therapy
“At SageWest Health Care our mission is ‘Making Communities Healthier’ and we continually look for opportunities to develop our leaders and invest in Fremont County. One way we are able to support this mission is by encouraging members of our leadership team to participate in Leadership Fremont County. As a member of the 2017-2018 class, I participated in formal leadership training that enhanced my leadership skills, allowed me to network with community members that I typically would not have contact with, provided insight into the resources available in our region and how to truly make an impact in the lives of those who live and visit Fremont County. I would highly encourage anyone driven by professional growth and a vision for the future of Fremont County to apply for the program.” Jennifer Milner, System HR Director, SageWest Health Care
The first Leadership Fremont County class will begin in September 2018. Classes will be full-day sessions held once a month, and will continue through June 2019. Space is limited, so apply as soon as possible. Applications and further information is available at Leadership Fremont County’s website.
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If you are passionate about providing excellent patient care, we want to hear from you! We’re looking for two top notch Physical Therapy Techs to work in Riverton and Lander. Our physical therapy technicians play a vital role in supporting our Physical Therapists as well as the front desk.
As a physical therapy tech with Fremont Therapy Group, you will develop experience while working side by side with our clinical staff. Your primary focus on the team is to assist the clinicians in their day-to-day work, maintain overall cleanliness of the clinic and ensure supplies are available and equipment is in working order. As an integral part of the patient care team, you will be asked to think quickly on your feet to ensure that patients are comfortable during their therapy sessions while connecting with them to provide a great customer service experience.
We will train the right candidate, but would welcome experience and/or education in exercise physiology, kinesiology or other healthcare related field. Candidates must have excellent customer service skills, the ability to stay organized and maintain daily, weekly and monthly clinical logs and checklists that are required to keep the clinic in compliance with all local and federal requirements.
In addition to working with a highly skilled and fun staff, you will receive the following benefits:
Our staff are the most important part of our identity — essentially, they are “us”. Because of this, we work hard to find and retain exceptional staff who will provide the best services possible to our patients. Our therapists have advanced certifications and training in a variety of related areas or have earned post-graduate degrees.
We encourage and foster all staff to reach career goals. As a result, we have been fortunate that many staff have chosen to stay with us for extended lengths of time and many choose FTG as a long term career. Click here to find out more about our staff, team and what we are doing in the community.
Fremont Therapy Group has been serving the Riverton and Lander communities since 1996. We also have clinics in Green River, Rock Springs and Rawlins. All of our clinics offer orthopedic therapy, pain management, aquatic therapy, neurological rehabilitation, and cardiovascular conditioning, as well as therapies that address sports and work-related injuries, hand, neck and back pain and injuries, women’s health, balance problems and vestibular dysfunctions.
Please send your resume to 2002 West Sunset Drive #1 in Riverton. You can also email your resume to deb@ftgpt.com.
(South Pass City, Wyo.) – Not since 1868-69 at the height of the gold rush here had so many people trekked to South Pass City as were there this past weekend. With gold the original attractor, the city’s population soared to around 2,000 residents 150 years ago and gave birth to Wyoming’s Women’s Suffrage movement. This year it was a combination of living history demonstrations, a vintage base ball tournament, fireworks and Chancey Williams and the Younger Brothers Band that brought out the crowds. And come they did. The South Pass City State Historic Site drew a one-day record crowd of more than 3,200 folks this past Saturday. On Monday, the final visitor count for the weekend was released and it totaled 4,480 visitors!
The nationally known and award winning Country band from Moorcroft was the biggest attraction, though. “Downtown” South Pass City was flooded with people sitting on hay bales, on benches, on portable chairs and on the ground from the Smith-Sherlock Store and Carissa Saloon on the north across Willow Creek all the way south to the Miners Exchange Saloon and Sweetwater Jail to the Harry Libby House.
The band played for some two and one-half hours until the fireworks show on the ridge above town thrilled the big crowd. In the interim, there was toe tapping, hand clapping, dancing and sing-alongs.
During the day, John Mionczynski entertained visitors at the Miners’ Exchange Saloon with some good old-time sway to the music piano tunes (below):
Photos by Ernie Over
Here is a 40 second clip of what was a nearly 30 minute-long fireworks exhibition by Flying Phoenix Fireworks that reverberated around the canyons at South Pass. Sparks from the show resulted in a few small fires on the hillsides that were quickly extinguished by BLM and Fremont County Fire District Firefighters.
If you need transportation to events like this, consider contacting Limo Find.