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It's April and this Saturday from 11AM-2PM  is the 4-H Carnival! Mackenzie Ray of the Renegades 4-H Club and Amber Armajo of UW Extension Educator for 4-H will share all the details.

4-H and the Chief Washakie FFA Chapter also want to egg your yard. Give a listen to find out about these Easter Bunny imposters!

 You’ve had all winter to think up spring projects and today in the second half you’ll hear from Tina Keasling, Assistant Manager and Mikaylynn White Contractor Sales Support from Bloedorn’s Lumber right here in Worland. Take some notes and get your spring project started at Bloedorn’s Lumber.

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The Sagebrush Artisans are planning an art show and sale at the Washakie Museum this April. You’ll learn more about it and so much more from curator Stephanie Kowalczyk. Get your tickets for Barefoot in the Park, Plan to attend the Speaker Series and sign up to be part of important survey. So much happening at the Washakie Museum!

In the second half of today’s episode Deb Cornado of the New Hope Humane Society returns to Hometown Matters to fill us in on this year’s Fur Ball set for April 11th at the Washakie County Fairgrounds. You can win a half of beef, a brand new firearm or a mystery trunk! You can even join Paws for Help or buy something in the live or silent auctions. Dinner is catered by the Other Store and tickets are $30 per person. Cash bar on sight as well. The Fur Ball April 11, 2025.

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This episode features two of Worland's newest businesses, Badland Supplement and The Yellow Heart Shoppe.

First, we’ll learn more about supplements to help with our personal fitness journeys from Ian Johnson of Badland Supplement. Ian recently got his certification as a personal trainer and has a store full of products to help our bodies perform at their very best no matter what fitness goals we set. Badland Supplement is located on Big Horn Avenue behind Sheena and kitty corner from Heart and Home on 12th.

In the second half of the show, we’ll learn about the Yellow Heart Shoppe from Pam Tigner, who will celebrate her grand opening this weekend March 21-23. The Yellow Heart Shoppe is located in United Pawn on Railway avenue and has some treasures you can’t live without. You'll find collectibles, jewelry, vintage items, handmade greeting cards among other items. Coming soon meat from Paint Rock Processing.

Why wait any longer let’s get to today’s episode of Hometown Matters….. 

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It’s time to get your hands dirty, get out and enjoy the sunshine and get ready to garden! Dr. Caitlin Youngquist and her husband Tom of Dirt Works Wyoming join me on this episode to talk about compost, soil nutrients and different types of gardening structures. 

You are also going to hear about one of Worland’s newest businesses the Generous Roots Garden Company. The company has been started to help fund the community garden and assist local gardeners in selecting the right seed varieties for our area.

Grab a pen and paper to make notes so you can get growing!

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Cody Beers, Public Relations Specialist for the Wyoming Department of Transportation stopped by Hometown Matters and is always full of information.

You'll hear more about the Green River Tragedy, highway safety, construction season and why the rest area at Waltman is closed again.

You'll also learn not to take road reports from "Joe Six Pack."

Cody has been with WYDOT for years and it's always an informative conversation.

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White Hawk Academy is a brand new alternative high school in Worland. On this episode you’ll learn more about how it is helping students succeed and plan for their future. You will certainly hear the passion Katie Kriby Counselor for White Hawk, has for the project as you listen. 

In the second half Kitty Mortimer Owner Broker for McGarvin/Taylor Real Estate will shed some light on the real estate market here in our Hometown. McGarvin Taylor is a long time member of the Washakie Development Association and our podcast serves as a benefit of membership.

Spring is springing so let’s learn something new that is going on in our hometown…..

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Manufacturing is a very important industry in our local economy. It helps Washakie County be one of the most economically diverse counties per capita in our state. The Washakie Development Association works with our manufacturers to connect them to a buffet of resources. 

On today’s episode you’ll learn more about some resources that can help retain and expand our local manufacturers from Adam Lopez, Business Development and Regional Director with Manufacturing Works out of the University of Wyoming. 

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Wow! Hometown Matters is busy today! In the first segment you’re going to be invited to participate in Prevention Night while cheering on the Worland Warriors at the basketball games against Powell, February 14th!  Wear white, bring your sweetheart and support a drug free community.

Wes Short joins us in the second segment  from the Wyoming Army National Guard. Wes is the local recruiter and you’ll learn more about the men and women who serve. 

Wrapping up the show is Stephanie Kowalczyk curator at the Washakie Museum and brand new mom! You’ll learn how you and a friend can visit the museum FREE three times this year and get free snacks by participating in the Museum Social Impact in Practice survey. You’ll even hear about all the fun programming at the museum this month.

I know you just can’t wait so….join me now for Hometown Matters.

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 This episode focuses on better using our small acreages through Grow Washakie and takes a deeper dive into the Worland Aquatic Center.

Grow Washakie 2025 is set for February 22, from 9AM-3PM at the Washakie Museum. Listen as Amanda Konkowski and Janet Hoffman share the details on some ag based programs for those with small acreages. You’ll also learn a few more interesting facts about what the Washakie County Conservation District does here in our community.

In the second half of today’s program, you’ll learn what is new at the Worland Aquatic Center from David Villa the Director. You can even schedule your birthday party and coming soon you can take scuba lessons minus the sharks.

Let’s not waste another minute….join me now for Hometown Matters.

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Dan Frederick Chairman of the Worland Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission joins us live today. You’ll learn what the BAPC does and the process from site plan to new building or business and who makes the rules.

If time allows you’ll even learn more about one of the most heart warming projects in Washakie County, Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Dan and his wife Nancy have led this local volunteer project to the complete of over 1200 beds for kids in need.

WDA looks forward to bringing you Hometown Matters each week and we appreciate you stopping by. Find Hometown Matters on your favorite podcast platform. Visit Washakie Development.com or check us out on Facebook.