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The Saratoga Lady Panthers had a full weekend of conference games. Battling Cokeville and Farson-Eden, the Lady Panthers showed their teeth against both teams. First, Saratoga fought a close loss to Cokeville, 45-53, on Friday. Turning around Saturday, they won against Farson-Eden 49-40. "We had a big conference weekend at home playing Cokeville and Farson. We felt like it was a very successful weekend," said Head Coach Heather Bartlett. Lady Panthers vs. Lady Panthers The Saratoga Lady...
The Encampment Lady Tigers had a roller coaster weekend full of high scores and a tough loss. Facing Farson-Eden and Cokeville, the Lady Tigers clawed into their homecoming weekend. First winning against Farson-Eden Friday night, 48-35, the Lady Tigers secured a conference win. Next, on Saturday, the Lady Tigers were dealt a tough loss by Cokeville with a final score of 27-47. "This team is getting better every day, and we are looking for them to peak by tournament time," said Head Coach Clint B...
The Little Snake River Lady Rattlers were traveling over the weekend with two Colorado Games. Facing Meeker and Sorco the Lady Rattlers were able to take home one win. Facing the Meeker Lady Cowboys the Lady Rattlers won 67-56. Battling the Sorco Lady Rams, the Lady Rattler lost 32-53. The next home game for the Lady Rattles will be January 29 against the Encampment Lady Tigers. The next away game will be February 5 against Cokeville. Overall the LSRV Lady Rattlers are 8-2 for their season and...
Recent reports of property damage and theft across the Valley seem to have some residents on edge. On the Southern end of Carbon County, citizens of Encampment have been faced with property damage in particular. The Carbon County Sheriff’s Department is handling various reports of damage from residents. Encampment Chief of Police Kevin Shue is also on regular patrol and on duty in town. Property damage is defined as some harm inflicted upon someone’s property as the result of another per...
The Encampment Town Council’s January 13 meeting was full of activity, though it all moved rather quickly. Heard at the meeting was a letter of interest for South Central Wyoming Emergency Medical Services (SCWEMS) Joint Powers Board. The 35th Annual Sierra Madre Winter Carnival held four spots in the new business section of the agenda, along with 2022 recreation board ideas appearing on the list as well. Designated depositories, official newspaper and posting places were decided. Advertising fo...
The Saratoga Lady Panthers clawed into the competition in this week. First winning their non-conference game against the Hanna, Elk Mountain, Medicine Bow (HEM) Lady Miners 52-27 on the Lady Panthers home court, the Lady Panthers traveled to Rock River where they took home a non-conference win against the Lady Longhorns, 51-38. "We had two really good games this weekend. I was pleased with how the girls played, especially in the Rock River game,"said Head Coach Heather Bartlett. "Whitney...
The Saratoga Panther wrestlers traveled to Pavillion to participate in the Don Runner Memorial held at Wind River High School. Unfortunately for the Panther wrestling team, only three wrestlers could attend the event due to illness. Wrestling at 113 Brian Smith, came in 1-3. At 182, Silas Vannett wrestled 2-3. Finally, wrestling at 192, Quade Jordan was 3-2 for matches. With only three wrestlers, the Panthers were unable to secure a single dual. Head Coach Jared Mason said, “It was a rough w...
The Little Snake River Valley (LSRV) Lady Rattlers are back from their winter break and biting into the competition. Traveling north to Encampment, the Lady Rattlers were hosted by the Encampment Lady Tigers. This was the first game for the Lady Rattlers after winter break. The conference match was hard fought between the two teams. The Lady Tigers clawed into the first two quarters fiercely but the Lady Rattlers were ready, matching every point. Playing hard both defensively and offensively...
The Encampment Lady Tigers faced two teams over the weekend. The Lady Tigers traveled to Rock River first thing Friday to face the Lady Longhorns. Encampment won the non-conference game against Rock River 30-20. Saturday the Lady Tigers hosted the Little Snake River Lady Rattlers. Encampment took a tough conference loss, the Lady Rattlers winning 54-39. The next set of games for the Encampment Lady Tigers will be January 21 and 22 in Encampment Wy. The Lady Tigers will face Farson-Eden at 4:00...
The town of Encampment will be hosting the 35th Annual Sierra Madre Winter Carnival (ASMWC). Save the date January 28 and 29 for family winter fun. With Multiple events, races and three different cook-offs there is sure to be something for everyone. Starting the event filled weekend with a pancake breakfast held by the local VFW, and the food doesn't stop there. There are three cook-off competitions to enter with multiple categories in each. Starting with the Chili cook-off contestants can...
The Encampment Lady Tigers split the weekend winning one of two games. As it was the first time playing games after winter break the Lady Tigers slashed their way onto the court. First traveling just a short way north the Lady Tigers were off to face the Saratoga Lady Panthers. Encampment was next host to the Hanna-Elk Mountain Lady Miners over the weekend. Facing Saratoga, Encampment came in 13 points behind losing the game 29-42. The Lady Tigers really showed off their passing skills in the...
Saratoga Lady Panther Basketball won their first weekend back from holiday break. Saratoga Middle/High School Lady Panthers playing two games over the weekend. One of those games being a conference match. First playing a home game against the Encampment Lady Tigers The Lady Panthers then traveled North to Dubois to play against the Lady Rams. The first games after break seemed to go well for the Lady Panthers. The Lady Panthers won against Encampment 42-29 and Dobios 42-23. Lady Panthers vs....
Traveling North to Shoshoni the Saratoga Middle/ High School Panther wrestling team competed in the Zach Parish Memorial Wrangler Duals. Wrestling in Pool A the Panthers wrestled against Lovell, Shoshoni, Worland JV, and Rocky Mountain. Filling 9 of 14 Weight classes, the Panthers wrestled their way to the top and won the Pool A competition. Wrestling against Lovell in the first round the Panthers won 6 head to head matches and lost 3. In Round 2 the Panthers put on a dominating performance...
The Carbon County School District No. 2 (CCSD2) Board of Trustees met for their final meeting of 2021 on December 20. Early in the meeting, Superintendent Jim Copeland shared a Good Sportsmanship Award letter from the Wyoming High School Activities Association for Eddie Buford during the 1A Six-Man State Championship on November 12, 2021. Also in sports, Copeland congratulated Rex Hohnholt on being named the Wyoming Coaches Association Girls 2A Cross Country Coach of the Year. Todd Weber was...
What does the next year look like for you? Are you hoping to do the same old same thing or to walk into 2022 with a breath of fresh air? No matter what your goals are for the new year I hope you enjoy the little things in life as well as the big. One way to spark joy for some could be to focus on the really important stuff. Or perhaps to stop engaging in bad habits or negative situations. For some even stopping to smell the flowers or eat lunch can spark joy in their day. Discard the things in...
At the Grand West Invitational the Saratoga Panthers had multiple wrestlers place at the top of their weight classes, with two 1st place finishes by Brian Smith at 113 and Quade Jordan at 220. The Panther Wrestlers scored a total of 118 team points. Out of 12 competing teams, Saratoga placed 3rd. In 106 Skylar Wood placed 4th and scored 13 team points. In the Quarterfinal round Wood won by fall over Earl Menke (Buena Vista). In the Consulation Semi-Final Wood won by fall over Anthony Solaas...
The Saratoga Lady Panthers battled three teams over the weekend, winning two of their three games. The Lady Panthers clawed through the Wrangler Invite. In their very first game of the season facing the Shoshoni Lady Wranglers, the Lady Panthers won 45-36. Whitney Bennett scored 15 points, followed by Olivia Everett scoring 13 points and Rhiwan Williams scoring 10 points. Bennett took 9 rebounds followed closely by Williams with 5 rebounds. The team stole the ball 7 times. Bennett had 5 steals...
The Little Snake River Valley Lady Rattlers (LSRV) had an exciting weekend in basketball over December 16. Winning all three games in their line up, the Lady Rattlers sank their teeth into the competition. “It was a great weekend, anytime you can get three wins it’s a good weekend. Our girls played really hard and we shared the ball so well, on offense it is really fun to watch,” said Head Coach Mark Gillies. First facing the Riverside Lady Rebels, LSRV won 38-36. “We had a nine point lead at...
Platte Valley Martial Arts and operator Nick Haderlie held an open house Wednesday, December 8, on the possibility of an aquatics center in Saratoga. Many in attendance seemed in agreement the current pool is in need of repair and doesn't fit the current needs of the community. Stated in the open floor meeting, it's been observed by many the median age of the town of Saratoga and surrounding areas is going down. Younger people and families are moving to the area and change is needed to support...
The Lusk Invitational took place December 10 with six teams in attendance. Out of 11 Saratoga Panther wrestlers, seven placed. “It was a good start to the season, we had some great matches,” said Head Coach Jared Mason Starting in varsity 106; Skyler Wood placed 6th and scored 3 team points. Kanean Roberts placed 3rd and scored 7 team points in varsity 113. In round 1, Roberts won by fall over Rebekah Anderson (Moorcroft) and in round 5 Roberts won by forfeit over Abrym Heinert (Newell). Als...
Little Snake River Lady Rattlers braved the snow for a neutral Lyman tournament Friday and Saturday December 11. Facing a total of three teams over the tournament LSRV had a busy day of games. “I was really excited about our first games this weekend. Our first game was against Big Piney and just like most first games it took us a few minutes to settle down and get the first game jitters out. Once we did that we took control of the game and just played really well for the first game of the season...
The Carbon Classic had only two teams in attendance due to the weather conditions. The Encampment Tigers faced off against Laramie JV, in both boys and girls Friday December 10. The Saturday portion of the games was cancelled completely to snow. The Encampment Lady Tigers slashed into Laramie Jv winning their first game of the season 46-16. The next game for the Encampment Lady Tigers will be December 18th against Southeast and Lingle Ft. Laramie....
The Upper Platte River Solid Waste Disposal District (UPRSWDD) met December 1 for their regularly scheduled meeting. Amongst the topics discussed were the possibility of landfill system changes and an addition to the Saratoga landfill for a recycling facility. Brought to the table in the December meeting was a weigh in and weight out option for all trash, with a paid collection at the gate. The proposal would eliminate billing all together and create a pay by weight or possibly bag system....
Why do we give gifts? Every Christmas, birthday, anniversary and special occasion we carefully choose and offer gifts to our loved ones. It’s something we do naturally and most of us don’t think about its deeper implications. The giving of gifts may be one of the oldest of human activities that predates civilization and may go back to the origin of our species. Even in primitive cavemen culture, the giving of gifts was fairly common as it was used to show love and affection towards one ano...
Carbon County School District No. 2 (CCSD2) continues to prepare for the retirement of current Superintendent Jim Copeland. Copeland’s final day will be June 30, 2022—the end of the current school year. The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to contract the Wyoming School Board Association (WSBA) $65,000 to assist in the search for a new superintendent. The Wyoming School Board Association will assist by creating ads and other materials, as well as expectations of the new superintendent. The...