Week of October 31, 2024
Ghost stories from the Sweetwater County Library in Green River have been shared, and officially documented, for decades. In addition to the everyday haunted happenings that people report, around Halloween the public is specifically invited to go to the library and reach out to the spirits. The Ghost Walk Crew and the Sweetwater County Library Foundation host ghost walks at the library each year. These walks provide an opportunity for those who are curious about ghost hunting, or about the...
The Green River High School Lady Wolves Swim team made a splash at the 4A West Conference Championships, showcasing the depth and determination of a team that has spent months honing their skills for peak performances in the season's most critical meets. With both individual and relay events exceeding expectations, the Lady Wolves left the meet with the first-place win and their sights set on the State Championships. The Lady Wolves were the overall 4A West Conference Champions, with Tavia...
The man who struck and killed Grizzly 399 while commuting home from Jackson on Tuesday night was driving at around the speed limit of 55 mph, law enforcement officials said Thursday. Those details about the Snake River Canyon accident that pulled at heartstrings around Wyoming and the world come from a crash investigation relayed by Lincoln County Sheriff's Patrol Lt. John Stetzenbach. "Looking at the crash itself, the size of the bear and the damage that was done to the vehicle, [the...
They packed the pews tight at Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, those without seats standing wherever they could find space. Mourners took off work and school, many traveling across Wyoming to gather on a calm, sunny October morning in Rock Springs. The service started late in order to make room for everyone. This was the funeral of Dawson Fantin, an 18-year-old graduate of Rock Springs High School who'd only recently left his hometown to start college at the University of Wyoming on...
JACKSON — Grizzly 399’s cub was not collared when its famous mother was hit and killed by a car Tuesday evening in the Snake River Canyon. That means wildlife managers do not have an easy way to locate the yearling. The cub has not been seen since the accident, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officials said Thursday. But biologists said they’re optimistic about the cub’s chances because denning season is approaching. The cub is large and approaching 2 years old, when grizzly mothers typically kick off their young. “High chances of...
There’s a quiet strength in the Wyoming way of life—a belief in hard work, personal responsibility, and fairness. These values are woven into our heritage: face each day with courage, take pride in your work, and finish what you start. As Wyoming faces rising costs, these principles are more important than ever—especially in our tax system. On November 5, Amendment A offers the foundation needed to modernize property tax assessments, giving homeowners the relief they deserve while upholding fairness. A Clear-Cut Path to Fairness Without...