Lower water rates continue for Old Baldy Club residents

In Saratoga, the affluent members of the Old Baldy Club continue to pay cheaper water rates than other residents in the town, even though the contracted reason for the difference no longer exists. Meanwhile, the Carbon County Impact Joint Powers continues to talk about raising the rates on OBC members, but has taken no action. Emma Diercks has the latest.

 

 

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Survey shows county voters support renewing 6th penny tax

A survey sent out in December to county voters shows support for renewing the optional 6th penny specific purpose sales and use tax. A special election will be held this spring on the issue. Cali O’Hare reports.

 

 

Union Wireless connects downtown Saratoga with broadband service

Union Wireless crews in Saratoga have connected the downtown area to the company’s expanded broadband service. Work to connect residential areas of town will pick up again this spring. Emma Diercks has more.

 

 

Theresa Pacheco, Chief Professional Officer of the Boys and Girls Club of Carbon County (left), and Linda Barton, Director of the Wyoming Afterschool Alliance (right), cut a ribbon at the ceremony. Photo: Cali O’Hare/Bigfoot 99.

First Think Make Create mobile lab unveiled in Rawlins

Dozens of area residents attended the unveiling of the first mobile STEM lab in Rawlins yesterday afternoon. The six by 12 foot trailer houses supplies and materials for students to use as they explore science, technology, engineering and math. Cali O’Hare was at Monday’s unveiling and filed this report.

 

 

Riverside officials consider adding zoning officer to enforce ordinances

The Town of Riverside is considering putting a zoning officer in place to enforce the ordinances that are on the books. Emma Diercks reports.

 

 

Sports: County basketball teams move into conference play

The non-conference schedule has wrapped up for the basketball teams of Carbon County. Joey Saverine previews of how each teams stands moving forward.

More Highlights:
  • Wyoming basketball standout Justin James on bye week.
  • 11th ranked Wyoming wrestling on a 6 dual win streak.
  • Broncos get solid offensive line coach.
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