Author’s Note: The title of the article has been altered for clarity and conciseness SUNRISE, WY — Mike Russ gave a presentation in the YMCA building in Sunrise the evening of October 21 about the history of trains and the railroad industry in the nearby area. Russ was born in Torrington but lived in HartvilleContinue reading “Former BNSF mechanic gives presentation about local history of trains”
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A FoCo view of pop culture: 2022 Fort Collins Comic Con
It was time to expand my horizons and see what happened. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. This was going to be my second ever convention. It would be a tale of two very different days, but both with their beneficial qualities. I had a little bit less enthusiasm for FC3 then I had for Cheyenne GamingContinue reading “A FoCo view of pop culture: 2022 Fort Collins Comic Con”
“Voice of the Cowboys” Dave Walsh steps away from the microphone after nearly 4 decades of broadcasting
WHEATLAND — In the afternoon of August 20 at the Agriplex within the Platte County Fairgrounds, a meet and greet was hosted for Mr. Dave Walsh. Mr. Walsh is the recently retired play-by-play personality primarily for the University of Wyoming Cowboys football and basketball. His long time in the spot—38 years—earned him the moniker, “VoiceContinue reading ““Voice of the Cowboys” Dave Walsh steps away from the microphone after nearly 4 decades of broadcasting”
Unaccompanied Students Initiative holds Frontier Park fundraiser
CHEYENNE — On September 20, starting from 5:30 p.m. and going for at least three hours, the Unaccompanied Students Initiative held their Building A Foundation Fundraiser event inside The Gardens section of Frontier Park in Cheyenne. The goal of the Unaccompanied Students Initiative is to find homeless teenagers, provide them with a place to live,Continue reading “Unaccompanied Students Initiative holds Frontier Park fundraiser”
From the PCRT Archives: Purple Cow Café & Gallery hosts art exhibition
Originally published in the Platte County Record-Times December 8, 2021. WHEATLAND — The Purple Cow Café and Gallery, located at 962 on Gilchrest Street, hosted an art gallery from six to ten p.m. on November 4. The showcase consisted of about 30 pieces of art displayed throughout the inside walls of the Café. Attendees couldContinue reading “From the PCRT Archives: Purple Cow Café & Gallery hosts art exhibition”
Oil City Unusuals: 2022 Crusin’ In Casper Car Show and Auto Cross, Part 2
This is the second part of my Crusin’ in Casper Autocross and Car Show The first post focused on more American makes and models and what could be considered muscle cars. This second part will highlight the vehicles that have been more customized, what I may have wrongly called “exotics” in my first post. WhatContinue reading “Oil City Unusuals: 2022 Crusin’ In Casper Car Show and Auto Cross, Part 2”
Oil City Cavalcade: 2022 Crusin’ In Casper Car Show and Auto Cross, Part 1
The third and final stop of my car show tour had me in Casper, WY which is 90 minutes north of Wheatland not counting construction slowdowns. It can be argued that Casper is one of the quote-unquote “big cities” of Wyoming along with places like Cheyenne, Laramie, and Gillette. If World Atlas is to beContinue reading “Oil City Cavalcade: 2022 Crusin’ In Casper Car Show and Auto Cross, Part 1”
Side by side: The 2022 Gremlin Motorsports Car Show in Torrington, WY
The second traffic light in my tour of tires took me about an hour north-northeast of Wheatland to Torrington. Torrington has a special place in my heart. It is home to Eastern Wyoming College, a community college where I took my first steps in higher education. I graduated in two years with two associates degrees,Continue reading “Side by side: The 2022 Gremlin Motorsports Car Show in Torrington, WY”
A rear view look: The 2021 Blue Mountain Car Show
If my memory serves me well enough, I’ve been to each iteration of the Blue Mountain Car Show since it started. When I went to the 2020 show, I was a casual visitor. The only thing I think I notably recall from that show was a custom motorcycle. It had a blue and black colorContinue reading “A rear view look: The 2021 Blue Mountain Car Show”
Classy Chevys, fancy Fords, and amazing Mazdas: The 2022 Blue Mountain Car Show
Starting in the early evening of July 8 and ending the morning of July 10, Wheatland hosted the Blue Mountain Car Show. The Blue Mountain Car Show is a three-day event during the second weekend in July. People can visit their Facebook, Instagram, and website to learn more information. Do be aware that this year’sContinue reading “Classy Chevys, fancy Fords, and amazing Mazdas: The 2022 Blue Mountain Car Show”
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