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Candidates running for election to the Sweetwater County School District No. 2 Board of Trustees recently had a chance to explain why they are seeking election and to share their policies and opinions on current issues. A forum for the candidates was hosted by the school district and the Green River Chamber of Commerce last Wednesday, and livestreamed on the school district's YouTube channel. Almost all the candidates running for school board positions participated in the forum - Tate Davis,...
Talk of a new indoor sports facility in Sweetwater County has circulated for some time, without much specific action being taken. However, the Travel and Tourism board is hoping to get things moving as they look into potentially making this idea a reality. Sweetwater County Travel and Tourism announced this week that they have hired a qualified consultant to conduct an indoor sports facility feasibility study. Sweetwater County Travel and Tourism CEO Jenissa Meredith said this project will "bene... Full story
Patrick "Pat" J. Dorigatti, 61, passed away Friday, October 3, 2024 at his home. He was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was born August 19, 1963 in Rock Springs Wyoming; the son John Joseph Dorigatti and Hazel Mary Dorigatti. Pat attended schools in Rock Springs, Wyoming and was a 1981 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He married Kerry Caldwell in 1986 and they had one son then divorced. He then married Cathy Chaffin in Rock Springs, Wyoming and she preceded him in death.... Full story
Clara Mae Knoell, 90, passed away Tuesday, October 15,2024 at Sage View Care Center. She was an eight year resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Saratoga, Wyoming. She died following a lengthy illness. She was born in Laramie Wyoming October 28,1933 to James and Josephine (Anderson) Quealy. Mrs. Knoell attended schools in Carbon County for her early education, including Elk Mountain, Hanna and Saratoga Wyoming. She graduated from University Prep in Laramie, WY with the class... Full story
Gloria M. Tomich, 96, of Rock Springs, Wyoming passed away October 16, 2024 at Deer Trail Assisted Living. A lifelong resident of Rock Springs, she was born March 5, 1928 at Memorial Hospital of Rock Springs, the daughter of Attilio Canestrini and Alice Julian Canestrini. She attended school in Reliance, Wyoming and graduated from Reliance High School with the class of 1946. She attended the University of Wyoming and graduated with a degree in secondary education with endorsements in English... Full story
Alina "Jeanette" Styles, 65, passed away Monday, October 14, 2024 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was a resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming for 47 years and former resident of Fort Bragg, California. She was born March 9, 1959 in Fort Bragg, California; the daughter of Elmer Harju and Hazel Johnson. Jeanette attended schools in Fort Bragg, California and was a 1977 graduate of Fort Bragg High School. She married the love of her life William Lee Styles, August... Full story
Michealine Dernovich, 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Sunday, July 14, 2024, at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was a lifelong resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She was born on Saturday, December 12, 1953, in Rock Springs, Wyoming; the daughter of Albert Dean Gookin and Beverly Jo Matthews. Michealine attended schools in Rock Springs and graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1972. She married the love of her life Robert Lee Dernovich...
James Michael Rountree passed away. He found peace on October 8th of 2024. He left a legacy of integrity, honesty and strength behind him. He lived a life people would want to write about, and many people did write about. During his time here on earth, he saved more lives and contributed more to the ending of evil than most people alive today. He was met in heaven by his mother, father, nephew and his in-laws. He left behind a beautiful family that loved him every day. He was a man a few words,... Full story
Gabriel Lamorie Sr., a devoted family man and respected member of the Rock Springs community, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on Wednesday, April 22, 1936, in Aguilar, Colorado; the son of John Lamorie and Stella Martinez. Gabriel's journey through life was marked by dedication to his work, his country, and his family. Gabriel attended schools in Wyoming and proudly graduated from Rock Springs High School in 1981. He spent an impressive and... Full story
The world lost one of the good guys on the morning of Oct 22, 2024, when Michael James Willmore, age 82, passed peacefully in his sleep. He was born February 4, 1942, in Laramie, Wyoming, to Archie Willmore and Maureen "Molly" Robison. Mike has one sister, Kay Willmore Muir, 88, of Bountiful, Utah. Mike graduated from Evanston High School and attended the University of Utah before entering the work force. There was a rumor he had worked at a bar in Evanston early in his career. The story was... Full story
Dear Editor, People have asked why the Wyoming REALTORS are backing Amendment A. The answer is straightforward: We believe in homeownership and will always support any effort to keep people in their homes. Our Wyoming Constitution currently has three classes of property for the purpose of property taxation. First is Minerals, second is Industrial, and the third class is “all other.” All other encompasses Residential, Commercial, Agricultural, and personal property. Our constitution says that “all properties shall be taxed uniformly in each...
Dear Editor, Our 15 year old dog named Jimmy is blind and diabetic. He is on insulin and has to take a pill he can’t stand so we hide it in a piece of liverwurst. What does that have to do with Amendment A and the sneaky, hard to swallow pill being fed to us under the guise that it is for our own good? Marlene Brady, who is running for WY House District 60, alerted me to the fact there is a hidden agenda in this Amendment A. She shared some info with me that comes from a gentleman named Rich Weber. If one actually THINKS about the below f...
Green River Police Department reports for Oct. 15 At 12:30 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle and issued a warning for an alleged stop sign violation. At 7:47 a.m., officers responded to a report of a traffic hazard. At 8:13 a.m., officers responded to a report of assault. At 8:46 a.m., officers responded to a report of a subject removal. At 1:14 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle and issued a warning for an alleged stop sign violation. At 3:44 p.m., officers... Full story
Come one, come all, to the "CarnEvil." The Green River High School Student Council has put together another haunted house for the public to enjoy, along with the help of Green River FFA and the GRHS band. This year's haunted house features a "haunted carnival" theme, with carnival games, mirrors, balloons, a fun house, and scary surprises around each twist and turn. This is the fifth year in a row that the GRHS Student Council has put together a haunted house under the leadership of Student...
Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County Board of Directors were honored to recognize volunteer Betty Dodd as the Wyoming Hospital Association Volunteer of the Year at its October board meeting. Betty Dodd was recently awarded the Volunteer of the Year at the Wyoming Hospital Association Annual Meeting this fall. She was nominated for her exceptional dedication for almost 14 years at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County, as well as her unwavering commitment to volunteerism within the community.... Full story
Let's do the time warp again - but make it neon green. "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" is returning to Sweetwater County this weekend, but may look a little different this time around. This performance will be the third time the musical has been produced locally in the last three years, with The Starling Company Founder Kenny Starling having directed and starred in it each time. This year, Starling wanted to bring the popular musical back, but with a few changes. "We're taking a totally fresh...
The Green River High School Lady Wolves Swim team delivered an impressive performance over the weekend at the Cheyenne Pre-Invite on Friday and the Invitational on Saturday. Competing against top-tier schools, including Lander and Laramie, the team showcased their growth and determination as they picked up key wins and new State qualifiers. Friday's Pre-Invite was a no-score meet, allowing the swimmers to focus on their technique without the pressure of competing for points. Head Coach Colleen S...
The Green River Lady Wolves Volleyball team completed a busy week on the road, ending with a 2-1 record after facing Riverton, Kelly Walsh, and Natrona. The week began with a commanding 3-0 victory over Riverton on Tuesday, with set scores of 25-15, 25-1, and 25-20. Coach Jessica Demaret reflected on the match, saying, "We started strong and kept our momentum throughout. It was a solid win that set the tone for the week." On Friday, the Lady Wolves encountered a tougher challenge against Kelly...
The Green River High School Cross Country team faced more tough competition at Regionals. The Wolves headed to Rock Springs last Friday for Regionals. Green River faced seven other teams, going up against Evanston, Jackson Hole, Kelly Walsh, Natrona County, Riverton, Rock Springs and Star Valley. The course was like the Rolling Hills that they ran on a couple weeks ago, but "there are a few little hills in it, it is not one of the more difficult ones," said Head Coach Craig Leavitt, adding that...
The 1-7 Green River Wolves Football team took on the second-ranked 3A team in the state last weekend - the 6-1 Cody Broncs, whose only loss came the previous week to the number-one Star Valley Braves. Cody appeared fired up to get back in the dominating role they have shown all season. Green River became the third team this season that Cody shut out. The Broncs already beat Douglas 49-0 and Evanston 50-0. The number one team in rushing and number two in passing in the State showed off the...
Shortly after being sued for defamation in July, the political action committee affiliated with the Wyoming Freedom Caucus sent out additional mailers, doubling down on claims that landed the PAC in court. That prompted two Sweetwater County lawmakers to file an amended legal complaint this week, seeking to strengthen their legal argument ahead of an upcoming deadline in the case. Reps. J.T. Larson (R-Rock Springs) and Cody Wylie (R-Rock Springs) filed the lawsuit after the WY Freedom PAC... Full story
PINEDALE - Before the sun breached the horizon, hundreds of firefighters filed from their camp to their assignments on the 86,555 acre Pack Trail Fire burning in the Shoshone and Bridger-Teton National forests in Fremont and Sublette counties. There were 613 personnel fighting the fire and working to protect the nearby homes, buildings, ranches and acreage as of Wednesday morning. "In 20 years of firefighting, I've never seen anything quite as wild as this one. The amount of fire activity on...
