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From making schedule changes to developing grant-funded programs, schools and groups within Sweetwater County School District No. 2 are focusing on creating connections and offering support for students. During Tuesday night's meeting, the School Board heard presentations from Lincoln School administration about recent changes to the school's schedule and from Brittney Montgomery about the Trauma Informed School Services (TISS) grant and new programs. Changing schedules to build community "We...
The Green River Fire Department hosted their annual "Never Forget" 9/11 Memorial Walk on Monday evening. The walk took place at 6:45 p.m., approximately 12 hours after the time of the attacks on September 11, 2001. The decision was made to host the walk in the evening so more people could participate. The walk started at Fire Station 2 on Shoshone Avenue. Firefighters, law enforcement officers, local leaders, and community members gathered to walk together and ring the bell at the end of the...
Aug. 30 At 4:33 p.m., officers responded to Smiths at 905 Bridger Drive for a report of a two-vehicle collision. It was reported both vehicles were backing out at the same time and collided. Officers met with the drivers and completed an incident report. At 8:56 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of MM 91 I-80 EB and issued the driver a verbal warning for alleged speeding. At 9:22 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of MM 91 I-80 EB and issued the driver, Johanna R. Smith, of Ohio, a citation for vehicle...
The dogs at Green River Animal Control will have a little more space to play and possibly even better chances at finding their forever homes thanks to planned improvements to the yard area at the shelter, which will be made possible with donation funds. The Green River City Council approved a budget resolution to transfer funds for Animal Control during Tuesday night's meeting. The funds, which total $14,178, come from donations received by the shelter. The money had to be officially moved by...
September is a month full of awareness for important causes, which the Green River City Council recognized with proclamations at Tuesday night's meeting. The council recognized Blood Cancer Awareness Month, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Diaper Need Awareness Week (September 18-24), Hunger Action Month, POW-MIA Recognition Day (September 15) and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month....
Green River Police Department reports for Aug. 23 At 1:25 p.m., officers responded to the area of W Flaming Gorge Way and observed a property in violation of the City ordinance 17-1(a). Officers made contact with the owner and advised of the violation, issued a notice to abate, and completed an incident report. At 2:12 p.m., officers responded to the area of W Flaming Gorge Way for a report of a two-vehicle collision. It was reported one vehicle was reversing out of the parking area when the rear of the vehicle struck the front of a second...
Green River Police Department reports for Aug. 18 At 2:54 a.m., officers responded to a report of a disturbance. Officers met with involved parties, gathered statements, and placed Erick Botello Rojas, of Green River, under arrest for alleged domestic battery. Officers transported Botello Rojas to the Sweetwater County Detention Center and completed a report of the incident. At 9:29 a.m., officers responded to a report of a bus light violation and issued the driver, a juvenile, age 16, of Green River, a citation for alleged meeting or passing...
Recently, concerns have been raised about the use of two wheeled vehicles on the Greenbelt. To address these concerns, the Green River Police Department would like to remind everyone of laws, regulations, and etiquette regarding the use of motorcycles, bicycles, and electric bicycles in that area, and other areas of the City. Motorcycles (including dirt bikes) are considered motor vehicles under State Statute and must be street legal, registered, and insured to be used anywhere within the city...
Green River Police Department reports for Aug. 15 At 7:09 a.m., officers responded to a report of a vehicle that struck a deer. It was reported that the vehicle was traveling westbound in the westbound lane of W Teton Boulevard when a small deer darted out into the roadway and the vehicle struck the deer. The deer was injured and officers were advised to dispatch the deer. Officers gathered information and completed a report of the incident. At 10:59 a.m., officers responded to the GRHS parking lot for a report of a vehicle collision. It was...
While the Green River City Council had a relatively quick and light meeting Tuesday night, they took time to approve a compensation plan study and discuss local issues, particularly safety on the Greenbelt. Compensation Plan Study The council members unanimously approved an agreement with Graves Consulting for a Compensation Plan Study for the city. "It has been just over five years since the City conducted a significant review and redesign of our classification plan," council documents...
Green River Police Department reports for Aug. 7 At 10:31 a.m., officers responded to New York Lane for a report of fraud. Officers met with an individual who reported receiving a credit card in the mail that they had not applied for. The card was canceled. Officers gathered information and completed an incident report. At 10:48 a.m., CSOs responded to a report of a nuisance property in the area of N 3 W Street. Officers met with the property owner, advised of the violation, issued a notice to abate, and completed an incident report. At 1:03...
"Our best future workforce is the kids in our hallways right now," Craig Barringer, the Sweetwater County School District No. 2 superintendent, said. Wanting to connect students to employers is one of the district's goals, and being chosen for a new collaboration with the governor's office will help make that goal even more attainable. SCSD No. 2 was one of nine school districts throughout Wyoming accepted into the RIDE (Reimagining and Innovating the Delivery of Education) Pilot program, which...
When the last credits roll and the doors of the Star Twin Cinema close tonight, they will remain closed. The movie theater in Green River announced last Thursday that it is closing. "It is with a heavy heart that we must announce the Star Twin Cinema in Green River's last day of operation will be Thursday, August 10," the Star Twin said in a statement shared on its Facebook page. "Two years ago, we invested a quarter million dollars in new reclining seating, sound and projection systems, an...
The Green River Farmers' Market is changing locations for the rest of the summer. On Wednesday the market moved from its previous location at Collier Park to the parking lot in front of Flaming Gorge Harley Davidson on Uinta Drive. The Green River Downtown Urban Renewal Agency announced the location change earlier this week. The Farmers' Market is scheduled to take place every Wednesday through September 13....
The Sweetwater County School District No. 2 Board of Trustees approved additional funding for a second phase of a project that will add a safety coating to windows at district schools during Tuesday night’s meeting. The 3M Window Coating Project is an ongoing project that involves putting a safety coating on glass windows in the front entryways of all district school buildings. The board previously approved $37,000 for the project. At the meeting they approved the request for an additional $...
Green River Police Department reports for July 28 At 11:51 p.m., officers responded to a report of domestic violence. Officers met with an individual who reported a physical altercation and gathered information. EMS was called to evaluate but no transports were made. The parties were separated and officers gathered information and completed a report of the incident. July 29 At 6:47 a.m., officers responded to a report of a verbal domestic. Officers met with individuals who were involved in a verbal dispute. Officers gathered information,...
After being the subject of much discussion during the last City Council meeting, the open container permit and catering permit for an event by Badass Brews and the Buck N Bar were approved during Tuesday night’s meeting. The city council raised questions about the permits, which were for an event originally called “Too Broke for Sturgis,” at the July 18 meeting. There were concerns about issues including the size of the event, security measures and street blockades. Councilmember Gary Killpack a...
Mike Bond was sworn in as a new Green River Police Department officer at City Hall on Monday morning. Bond is from Rock Springs and is currently a Staff Sergeant for the Wyoming National Guard. Green River City Administrator Reed Clevenger did the oath of office, while GRPD Captain Janet Kauchich presented Mike with his badge, #117. Bond has ties to Sweetwater County and to the GRPD as he is the son-in-law of former Green River Police Chief Tom Jarvie....
Green River Police Department reports for July 25 At 9:28 a.m., CSOs responded to a report of nuisance property. Officers made contact with the property owner who advised they would get the property cleaned up. Officers completed a report of the incident. At 1:32 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle and issued the driver, Trevor Grenz, of Gillette, a citation for allegedly crossing the center line. At 2:05 p.m., officers responded to a report of a larceny. Officers met with the reporting party who advised they had a lock...
The City of Green River's former URA/Main Street Administrator, Jennifer "Jennie" Melvin, was arrested on two counts of alleged theft over $1,000 and is being tried for suspected embezzlement from the Green River Urban Renewal Agency (URA) and Flaming Gorge Days (FGD). According to the probable cause affidavit from the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), "a total of $42,942.55 was stolen out of the FGD account by Melvin between June 8, 2022 and May 21, 2023," resulting in the...
While the Green River City Council is making it easier for local businesses to get permits such as catering and open container permits, discussion of an upcoming event revealed the need to keep working through some of the details. During the July 18 meeting, the council voted unanimously to approve a resolution to establish a process to administratively issue catering permits, twenty-four hour malt beverage permits and open container permits. The resolution authorizes the City Administrator to...
City crews have been repairing and staining the Greenbelt boardwalk this week, causing officials to close the area. Because of the high runoff this spring, crews are not sure of the damage, and depending on that possible damage the boardwalk may be closed into Friday. Users are encouraged to avoid the area....
Green River Police Department reports for July 16 At 3:12 p.m., officers responded to Smith’s located at 905 Bridger Drive for a report of a theft. Officers met with an individual who reported they had left their cell phone in a cart and an unknown individual had taken the phone before they could retrieve it. Officers gathered information and completed a report of the incident. At 5:29 p.m., officers responded to a report of threats. Officers met with an individual who reported an individual was making verbal threats towards them and r...
The historic Union Pacific train depot in downtown Green River usually stands empty, apart from the pigeons that have found their way in. But on Tuesday afternoon the doors were opened and community members and local government leaders gathered inside to dream about a future where the building is once again full and active. People wandered through the large brick building, looking into the various rooms, even climbing the stairs and using cell phone flashlights to look through the old office...
Green River Police Department reports for July 11 At 1:04 a.m., officers responded to a report of domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, officers met with the individuals involved in an altercation. The parties were separated. Officers gathered information and completed a report of the incident. At 9:23 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Upland Way and issued a verbal warning for alleged improper registration. At 10:48 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Blake Street and issued the driver a verbal warning...
