Hometown Matters

Send us Fan Mail We have enjoyed so many holiday events that today on Hometown Matters we’re going to take a break from the merriment and talk to the Public Relations Specialist for the Wyoming Department of Transportation, Cody Beers. He’ll talk about the purchase of the co-op building, the Ten Sleep housing project and a route through the Wind River Canyon that is being studied. Join me now for...

Send us Fan Mail There certainly is no shortage of Christmas events still going on here in our community.  On today’s episode Karri Savage Assistant Director for the Washakie County Library System starts us off with a sleigh full of events for families and friends. Everything from Gingerbread Houses to an ugly sweater photo shoot. Next up you’ll hear from Sherry Stottler founder and President of t...

Send us Fan Mail I goofed last week and somehow lost half of the planned episode so as you noticed it just didn’t happen. So, this episode is a double shot of Holiday Happenings here in our hometown. Chloe Stine Events Manager at the Washakie Museum will share all the info on the Nutcracker Ballet, Steam Saturday and the Soup and Cookie Fair! David Villa Director of the Worland Aquatic Center, dro...

Send us Fan Mail There is a new face at Range and today you’ll get to know Bobbi Mitzel the brand new Business Solutions Specialist at Range. She was fun to meet and just visit with about how Range works with our local businesses to help solve the issues that keep them awake at night. Why not give a listen right now to Hometown Matters…… If you are in the holiday spirit and working with groups to...

Send us Fan Mail Ten Sleep Schools are in the news again and on today’s episode we'll learn more. Superintendent Annie Griffin and Principal Robert Griffin join me to talk about back-to-back #1 ratings in the WYTOPP testing.  We’ll hear more about project-based learning and how students are solving problems while working with mentors to look at possible career choices. There is always somethi...

Send us Fan Mail No sooner than the trick or treat candy is handed out it seems like we shift our focus to Christmas and all the events that get us in the spirit. Today Linda Weeks Marketing Manager for Range joins me to talk about Trim a Tree and how your family can make some holiday memories right here in our hometown. Before we talk about "Trim a Tree" you'll hear an update on th...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Stephanie Kolwalczyk, curator of the Washakie Museum shares all the details of the Mini Mammoth Mixer and the Mammoth Quickdraw coming up November 6th and 7th. Both events are put on by the museum and Worland Rotary. It’s the party of the year and you won’t want to miss it. In the second half of today’s podcast Kendra Bryant Ware shares some history of the 30 years...

Send us Fan Mail Megan McCoy joins me today from Reach for Recovery. She facilitates a group on Friday nights in the downstairs of Crosspoint Baptist Church for people who are in recovery or who love an addict and want to listen and learn. Certainly, a serious topic and something that is important to our community. Join me now to learn more about Reach for Recovery through the story of Megan McCoy...

Send us Fan Mail Hey listeners. If you have suggestions for podcast guests, give me a shout! I always need new ideas! This short and sweet episode features Tertia Gillet new Grants Director for Washakie County and the City of Worland. She is new to our area and offers her insight as to what her job entails and her hopes for finding resources for both Washakie County and the City of Worland. Join m...

Send us Fan Mail So much is happening at Octoberfest this weekend the fun spilled over into this week’s episode. Deb Cornado with the New Hope Humane Society wants to invite all to the Doggy Races October 4th just before the pumpkin drop. Your dog not interested? Come join the fun and sponsor the dogs to help raise funds for the New Hope Humane Society. Cheri Bundren and Becky Cook two thirds of t...

Send us Fan Mail Octoberfest happens October 4th, at the Washakie County Fairgrounds. Kids activities, beer, cabbage burgers, a pumpkin tasting contest, crowning of the royalty, live entertainment, dog races and much more. You’ll hear Worland/Ten Sleep Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Caryn Paxton share all the details. Jay Richard also stopped by to share the latest information on the Wyomi...

Send us Fan Mail Fall is in the air and that means it’s time for Applefest at the Circle J above Ten Sleep. Jackie Denison, Camp Coordinator,  joins me to talk about all the fun set for September 27th from 10AM-4 PM. Food, music, lots of fun kids activities, and delicious apple pie! Stephanie Kowalczyk, Curator at the Washakie Museum, returns to the podcast to let us in on the September-October ev...

Send us Fan Mail It's Homecoming Week for the Warriors September 15 through the 20th! Ethan Partridge, Student Body President and Laramie Trauntvein join me to talk all about Tailgate Tuesday September 16th, along with the Lady Warriors Volleyball game!  Food trucks, The Local Lemon Lemonade, sweet treats and more will be on hand to celebrate! Karen Funk Washakie County Library System Directo...

Send us Fan Mail From Warrior fall sports to foraging weeds for your dinner, this episode is diverse. Jordan McKamey of McKamey Broadcasting is getting ready for another year of bringing you Warrior and Lady Warrior sports when you can’t be in the bleachers. He’ll share his story and invite you to each and every game. Go Warriors! Our second guest is Renelle Williams local herb enthusiast,       ...

Send us Fan Mail Laura Mocko, Director of Human Resources for Range stops by to share about an opportunity for small businesses who lack capacity for an HR department but could benefit from a networking group of professionals. The regulations are complex and ever changing. SHRM, The Society for Human Resource Management, has free virtual Coffee and Conversations each month to help businesses of al...

Send us Fan Mail Dawna Burton is the new Assistant Director for the Worland Ten Sleep Chamber of Commerce. Lots of changes are happening at the Chamber and Dawna will share the inside scoop along with all the details on the Annual Customer Appreciation BBQ set for Thursday August 21, at the Washakie County Courthouse. You just might find out about ways to volunteer in our community you hadn’t thou...

Send us Fan Mail  This episode starts out with all you need to know about the  Washakie Hospital Foundation's Badlands Poker Run and ends with an update for all the cultural events planned at the Washakie Museum. Mark your calendar for August 23rd . You’ll find out why when you listen to Kristin Fox and Wally Wallace from the Washakie Hospital Foundation talk about this year’s Badlands Poker...

Send us Fan Mail Nowoodstock 24 is coming to Ten Sleep this Friday August 8, Saturday and Sunday and you will want to be there for the whole party! Pat O’Brien one of the founders of the event and Kurt Steinke will fill us in on the song writers, local stars and well- known artists who will be performing live on the banks of Ten Sleep Creek. Entertainment, vendors, food and fun for the whole famil...

Send us Fan Mail Music is in the air again this weekend at the Washakie County Fairgrounds when Big Praise presents Musicfest August 2nd from 4-10 PM. Kelly Schauble and Jenna Byers from Big Praise join me to share their enthusiasm for the event and invite one and all to come out and enjoy wonderful music with musicians from all around the Big Horn Basin. Concessions and fun for the kids will be a...

Send us Fan Mail I’m guessing everyone is at the Washakie County Fair. It’s so quiet around the studio and everyone was too busy to come talk to me today so as per usual here I sit talking to myself. At least I know one person is listening. I’m nearing retirement well if I can figure out how to pay the bills….and everyone asks what I am going to do when I quit working. Every year at fair time some...

Send us Fan Mail  This episode is an opportunity for youth to shine and learn. It was my pleasure to offer this experience. I am finally a queen and the Washakie County Fair Royalty even gave me a crown! The Washakie County fair gets underway this week with the shooting sports and horse show but really heats up next week with youth shows, exhibits, food and entertainment! You’ll hear from the real...

Send us Fan Mail Forbidden Sips.... The Outlaw Speakeasy Cocktail Lounge and Cigar Bar is open in the old Brass Plum building . On this episode you’ll get a history lesson while finding out more about this new local business.  Jessica Peragine, a first grade teacher and Matt Haviland formerly of the State Engineer’s Office are hoping to put Worland on the map and make the Outlaw Speakeasy a  fun a...

Send us Fan Mail  Let's have some fun keeping "Four Eyes on the Fourth!" This episode is a mix of celebration of the Fourth of July and an introduction of Dr. Dusty Asay our brand new optometrist at Worland Vision Clinic. Ten Sleep Wyoming has the best Fourth of July party and you won’t want to miss it! Bryony Volin from the Ten Sleep Saloon joins me to  put it all together so you w...

Send us Fan Mail Robin Hood the Musical and Shakespeare in the Park are coming soon and you’ll find out who, when and where from Washakie Museum’s Curator Stephanie Kowalczyk. You’ll even learn more about Dinosaurs at the upcoming STEAM camp. In the second half of today’s show, you’ll hear from Amy Truman Director of Sales at the popular Ten Sleep Brewing Company. They have fun live entertainment,...

Send us Fan Mail The Pony Express will ride again this Fourth of July from Hyattville to Ten Sleep just in time for the big parade at 10 AM in downtown Ten Sleep. You’ll hear from Lyle and Shelly Spence representing the Ten Sleep -Hyattville Lions Club, who will share some history of the cross- country mail service. You’ll also find out how you can send a keepsake letter to your loved ones this In...