Feud over County Attorney performance splits Wyo. county Apr 29, 2007
Wheatland Police Chief Randy Chesser, said things worked better when Alden was the County Attorney ... "In small towns the size of Wheatland, you have to understand that the life of a county attorney is about eight years," Dunn said. (Concord Monitor)
Platte attorney could block probe Apr 18, 2007
WHEATLAND -- Platte County Attorney Mary Eikenberry told the County Commission on Tuesday that no one has complained to her about her job performance. Eikenberry appeared before the commission with her attorney, Bruce Moats of Cheyenne. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Mail your taxes through Tuesday Apr 16, 2007
The Casper main office at 411 N. Forest Drive, the Cheyenne main office at 4800 Converse Ave., and the Rawlins and Wheatland post offices will be open until midnight, according to the United States Postal Service. The IRS expects 136 million federal tax returns nationwide this year, including 247,500 federal tax returns from Wyoming, according to a news release. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Polish food brings memories of home Apr 15, 2007
Her friend Sierra Barber, 20, of Wheatland, tried the cabbage rolls. "It wasn't bad," she said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Lindhurst, Marysville netters headed to showdown Mar 17, 2007
Lassen 3, Wheatland 2 ... Sullivan also had two hits for Wheatland (2-7), as did Lee Bishop ... Wheatland 4, Anderson 2. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Gov. Freudenthal’s confirmed appointees: Mar 11, 2007
Juan Reyes, Wheatland. Representing District 1. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
UW entomology course bugs’ students across Wyoming Feb 28, 2007
This year s class, held earlier this month, was the third annual, and it attracted Wyoming county weed and pest employees from Afton, Cheyenne, Douglas, Elk Mountain, Greybull, Jackson, Lander, Laramie, Lusk, Pinedale, Sheridan, Wheatland and Worland. There were also participants from F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Cheyenne Garden Club, city of Laramie and Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Officer's alcohol level exceeded the limit Feb 28, 2007
Pebbles died Jan. 31 after his truck struck a tree along Interstate 25, north of Wheatland ... He was pronounced dead an hour later at Platte County Memorial Hospital in Wheatland. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Man sentenced to 124 years in prison after Casper chase Feb 7, 2007
A federal judge sentenced a Casper man -- who led police on a six-hour foot chase a year ago and later attempted to escape from jail in Wheatland -- to more than 124 years in prison on multiple drug and firearms charges on Monday, according to court documents filed Tuesday ... He attempted to escape from the Platte County Detention Center in Wheatland while being held for the federal government. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
After crash, chief urges safe driving Feb 3, 2007
5 miles north of Wheatland. He was off duty at the time. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Gay marriage debate draws crowd Jan 30, 2007
Thea Adamo of Wheatland said the bill was necessary because "activist forces are at work in our nation and here in this room that would warp and destroy the institution of marriage.". "How would Wyoming deal with the added cases involving child custody, adoption, insurance -- both private and business -- medical and educational costs that will undoubtedly impact our state?" Adamo said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
A Mo Betta future Jan 28, 2007
That sentiment was echoed by Kim Cullen with K2 Genetics of Wheatland, who brought along some of her own Red Angus. "I like this show," she said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
A Look Back in Time: Purpose overtakes place Jan 15, 2007
Nevertheless, James Kerley fled by taking a taxi to Glenrock, where he boarded a passenger train and was apprehended at Wheatland. Natrona County Prosecutor George Weedell explained how the case could not go forward because Mattie Kerley refused to sign the criminal complaint, and she was also adamant about not testifying in court. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
State of the State Jan 12, 2007
Take a look at the city of Wheatland and think about Wheatland without the Basin Electric facility. Think about what those plants bring to the long-term stability of the state. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Wild winds whip Wyo Jan 9, 2007
CHEYENNE -- Fierce winds kept Wheatland resident Vern Juschka close to home Sunday ... The National Weather Service in Cheyenne reported a gust of 101 mph Saturday at Bordeaux south of Wheatland. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Vet panel chief will retire Jan 9, 2007
The resignation comes four months after Ewing appeared at a campaign stop with unsuccessful Republican gubernatorial contender Ray Hunkins of Wheatland. One squabble involved whether two war-trophy church bells in Cheyenne should be returned to the Philippines. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Leo and Sam McDonnell Scholarship recipients announced Jan 7, 2007
USA FREE President Charlie Stevenson, of Wheatland, Wyo. noted the overall excellence of each applicant. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
It's all about the money Jan 7, 2007
Russell, who farms and ranches between Wheatland and Chugwater, also would like to see money invested in restoration of historic sites such as the old Swan Land and Cattle Co. property at Chugwater through local historical societies. Elonore Walker of Casper, a member of the Wyoming League of Women Voters, has five priorities, "and it's hard to rank one above the other," she said Thursday. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Girls’ basketball postseason schedule is announced Jan 7, 2007
At Wheatland 7 p.m. Lisbon vs. Calamus-Wheatland ... At Wheatland 7 p.m. Olin or Midland vs. Lisbon or Calamus-Wheatland ... At Clinton (Prince of Peace) 7 p.m. Olin, Midland, Lisbon or Calamus-Wheatland vs. East Central, Bellevue Marquette, Clinton Prince of Peace, Preston or Andrew. (Waverly County Independent, IO)