CHUGWATER — A quorum was established by the skin of its teeth on January 8 due to absences caused by illness, however, the council was able to proceed.

WHEATLAND — The new year came in timidly as we have not seen snow, let alone snow plows as we typically do this time of year. The lack of snow fall, however, allows the Platte County Road & Bridge crew to handle needed road repairs, address vehicle maintenance, and finish up life-cycle estimations for equipment. According to Road & Bridge department head Chris Bookout, he is establishing a 10-year plan for maintenance and replacement of county vehicles.

WHEATLAND — Congresswoman Harriet Hageman visited the bi-weekly Platte County Commissioner’s meeting on Tuesday after a long absence from Wyoming, stating she had not visited the state since January 2023. “It is wonderful to be back in Wyoming; things have been interesting in Washington, D.C. and congress, and I am so honored to represent the state of Wyoming and the interests of all the citizens here,” she said. “I wanted to share with you some of my most important priorities in protecting our oil, gas, and coal resources and protecting ranchers’ grazing rights in small communities.”

GUERNSEY — Lake Guernsey VFW Post 4471 is proud to announce the Post and District 5 winners of the 2023-24 Patriot’s Pen, Voice of Democracy, and Smart/Maher Citizenship Education Teacher Award contests. The 2023 Patriot’s Pen Winners for 6th grade are 1st place Aaron Ward, 2nd place William Hayes, and 3rd place Nevaeh Ibarra.

CHUGWATER — While the 6th Penny Tax was voted in for the relief of necessary infrastructure, water, and sewer repairs, the pre-existing well and sewer concerns are still taking a front seat in determining the well-being of waste, potable, and emergency water resources in Chugwater.

PLATTE COUNTY — Rural residents in Platte County, as well as residents of Chugwater, will see an increase in electric utility bills through the Wheatland Rural Electric Association (WREA).

Pony Express

Guerney fire causes total loss

Local Restaurant features homemade goodness

Annual Discover Day is growing

SkillsUSA kids three-peat at state

Banner Health donates to Platte County School District No. 1 medical supplies.

Guernsey police chief interviews

Guernsey-Sunrise students win VFW contests

Centenarian celebrates milestone.

Chugwater grad ready to add more accolades to her impressive resume

Rifle competition draws 30 shooters

A report to Platte County from local representative

Fundraiser for Platte County Hospital and Legacy Home

Commissioners February meeting