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November 2014 marked a resident-voted change in Sweetwater County; the raise in Sweetwater County’s lodging tax. With the raise in lodging tax from 2 percent to 3 percent, the travel and tourism board is able to implement a more extensive marketing plan to increase visitation to Sweetwater County. “The board is very appreciative of the local voters and their support of the lodging tax increase,” Executive Director Jenissa Bartlett, said. “We make sure every effort is measurable and increasing visitation, or we will alter our strategy.” State st...
Fifty years ago, a disaster was averted that could have significantly impacted the City of Green River. The Fontenelle Dam, completed in 1964, had sprung a leak that threatened the town and the ranches and homes located down river from the reservoir. Without swift action and some luck, reservoir water could have swept up everything in its path as it burst through the earthen dam. The near catastrophe was revisited at Golden Hour Senior Center Friday when a dam safety officer for the National Parks Service discussed the lessons that could be...
The lyric's of Alice Cooper's song come to mind this time of year. "School's out for summer, school's out forever." For many, school is not out forever but they will surely make the most of their summertime fun. Schools in Green River had their last day of classes this past Friday. There was much excitement in the air, that last day of school, especially at the end of the day. A few minutes before three was the calm before the storm, at Green River High School. "They will be coming out real...
By STEPHANIE THOMPSON People Editor A man accused of trying to sexually assault a 12-year-old girl pleaded not guilty to four felony charges. Kasey D. Manley, 22, of Green River, recently appeared in the Third District Court of Judge Nena James at an arraignment to attempt to commit sexual abuse of a minor in the first degree, attempt to commit sexual assault in the first degree, sexual abuse of a minor in the second degree and sexual abuse of a minor in the third degree. If found guilty of all four felony charges, he could face a maximum...
There is a new business in town, Vape 307, located at 340 E. Flaming Gorge Way. Vape 307 meets the rising electronic cigarette needs for Green River residents and others alike, selling mods, e-cigerattes and juices. “We sell anything vape related,” shop owner James Muniz said. The shop opened its doors on April 5, 2015. Muniz quit smoking cigarettes and chewing tobacco, and starting vaping October of 2014. “I got tired of going to Rock Springs. I didn’t want to have to travel, especially in the winter,” Muniz said. “I just saw an opportunity...
James Carl Luckey, 75, of Rock Springs, passed away at his home May 21, 2015. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Luckey passed away following a brief illness. He was born on Nov. 12, 1939 in Riverside, Iowa, the son of the late Carl A. Luckey and Martha Annas. Luckey attended schools in Riverside, Iowa and obtained his GED in 1969 He worked for the Iowa State Highway Department, Maytag Company in Newton, Iowa and retired from Stauffer/OCI Chemical Company outside Green River in 1993. Luckey... Full story
Joan Marie Barker, 67, of Rock Springs passed away on May 24, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Barker died following an illness of three years. She was born on March 5, 1948 in Heron Lake, Minn. the daughter of Edward and Marion Freking. Barker attended schools in Heron Lake, Minn. and was a graduate of the Heron Lake High School in 1966. She attended South Dakota State University in Brookings, S.D. for her Bachelors degree, Mankato State... Full story
Getting ready for vacation always stresses me out. There is all the added pressure of getting a couple weeks of work done before I go; and making sure the house is not a disaster. Almost every time, I get so stressed out with all the vacation planning and preparations that I get sick when it is finally time to go. Usually, I will catch a cold or have a nervous stomach about the upcoming trip. It is almost to the point where I start to wonder if it is really worth it. Part of the problem is I...
It’s that time of year when students graduate after long journeys through either high school or college. It’s an important time as youth start their path into adulthood and a new set of burdens to overcome. A lot of people are excited to graduate and see what the world has in store for them. Some are scared, as they don’t know what to do. I could have cared less either way. While a lot of people were understandably serious about high school graduation day, I was more concerned about havin...
June is Audiobook Appreciation Month! If you’ve never listened to an audiobook, this is the month to try one out! June is the month to not only listen to audiobooks but also to tell others how cool they are. The Sweetwater County Library has a great selection of books on CD, playaways, and electronic audiobook services. The term “audiobook” may be new to you, and if this is the case, don’t feel bad. You may know them as books on tape – as was their name when they were first popularized. Books on tape became popular in the 1970s and 80s, with...
Dear Editor, Genocide is taking place, even now, as you read this letter! It is happening right here in our own country. Not just in the Middle East, Africa and Europe. I recently saw the most brutal and shocking photos I have ever seen. These pictures were graphic and obscene in a gruesome way. I saw a photo of perfect little babies piled in a trashcan, awaiting to be taken out with the evening garbage. Babies belong in cribs wit giraffes and monkeys on their sheets, not a trashcan! I know there are two sides to this issue. Pro-life and...
Another school year has come to an end and if you are like most parents, you greet the summer season with a mixture of delighted enthusiasm and downright dread as you ponder how to keep the kids busy for the next three months. Long, warm days give us the opportunity to spend more time outside with family and friends. Life slows down a little in the summertime and we are lucky to live in a beautiful rural area that makes finding fun as easy as stepping out the front door. You and the kids can enjoy the perfect lazy summer day just fishing and...
With the end of the Memorial Day weekend, we can absolutely say summer is here at last. While the regional weather hasn’t been as cooperative as we would have preferred it to be, the almost daily rains will certainly put the Green in Green River during the coming weeks. Like most people in Green River, we are excited about the upcoming annual events the summer season brings to southwestern Wyoming. The coming weekend brings us the Quilting on the Green show, a great annual exhibition of quilting skill displayed at the Pavilion on Expedition I...
The Vietnam War ended 40 years ago last month, but many of the emotional scars still remain. Gen. Hank Castillon, former mayor of Green River, served during the Vietnam War and spoke to residents gathered at the annual Memorial Day ceremony at Riverview Cemetery. "The Vietnam Era was one of the saddest times in American history," Castillon told the crowd. "It left many scars and still is having an impact 40 years later." Castillon said many Vietnam veterans are still bitter about returning to...
Green River students who participated in the Wyoming State Young Authors competition were eagerly waiting for the results since April. The wait came to an end last week when the state winners were announced to the schools, Karen Price, young author coordinator for Sweetwater County School District No. 2 said. The 24 Green River entries that took first-place at the Sweetwater County Young Authors competition were sent to the state competition, of those, 11 came back from state with awards. “I am incredibly proud of the success of the students wh...
As one door in life closes, another is about to open for Laura Harris. Harris, who recently graduated from Green River High School, now has her sights set on attending college and pursing her goals. In the fall, Harris is planning on going to the University of Utah to obtain a bachelor’s degree in business and art. She would then like to obtain a master’s degree in ceramics from Alfred University: School of Art and Design in New York. Harris has visions of working for a corporation during the day; and possibly selling her ceramics online as...
The GRHS Track and Field Team had a memorable state meet in Casper last weekend, coming away with four individual all-state awards and five all-state performances. Leading the way was Senior Dylan Rust who captured two individual state championships in both shot put and discus. Rust became the first male in school history to win both throwing events at the state meet. On Friday, he won the discus title with a throw of 159’8” and captured the shot put title on his last throw Saturday with a toss of 50’2”. Senior teammate Hayden Love also ca...
The Green River High School boy's soccer team keeps finding a little magic to pull through and seal a victory. The Wolves picked up two dramatic shootout victories at last weeks' 4A West Regional in Rock Springs and advanced to play at this weeks state tournament. Coming into the regionals as a third seed, Green River qualified for the state tournament in Rock Springs, with a 2-1 victory over Kelly Walsh. The game was tied at the end of overtime before the Wolves punched their ticket to state...
The Green River High School girl’s soccer team quest for a state title will begin Thursday against Laramie. The second seeded Lady Wolves will take on third-seed Laramie (10-4-2) at 11 a.m. at Rock Springs Junior High School. “I think we need to play more physical,” Wyant said about Thursday’s match. She believes soccer teams in the western portion of the state don’t play as physically as teams in the east. Wyant said the Lady Plainsmen play very fast and physical games, which will force the Lady Wolves to up their game. “We have to match th...
It’s time for the eastern side of the state to have a little trouble at the Wyoming 4A State Girl’s Soccer Tournament. During the past five years, the east has swept the west in the first round of the tournament. If there is a team to break the streak, it will be Green River High School. While the 4A West regular season champs have not played their best soccer of the season the past few weeks, they have the tools to take down Laramie Thursday morning. When they are playing confident, they are a scoring machine capable of ten goals in a heartbea...
