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In a comprehensive report on the Green River City Council agenda for the June 4 meeting, the Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo Committee's update emerged as a highlight, capturing the attention of both council members and community members alike. Led by the dynamic trio of Karie Collins, Braden Perry, and Jerry Perry, the committee presented a detailed overview of their recent accomplishments and ambitious plans for the upcoming rodeo season. With a stellar track record of attracting crowds,...
This year's annual Quilting on the Green event took place on Friday and Saturday and offered classes, quilt displays, raffles, and more....
Green River Police Department reports for May 27 At 3:42 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop and issued a warning for an alleged expired temporary license permit/improper registration violation. At 4:10 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop and issued a citation to Tommy Ortega for alleged speeding. At 4:52 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop and issued a warning for alleged speeding. At 6:15 p.m., officers responded to a report of vandalism. At 8:21 p.m., officers responded to a...
A years-long case of deer being shot and left to die in a Green River, Wyoming neighborhood has been resolved. Over five years, at least five deer were shot and killed in the area of Arkansas Drive. During their investigation, Game Wardens and the Green River Police Department responded to numerous calls about dead or injured deer and recovered bullets from three of the deer. The case was recently settled thanks to cooperation from numerous reporting parties and a collaborative investigation bet...
The City of Green River Parks and Recreation Department will embark on a project aimed at preserving and enhancing the city's oldest tree canopy, located on the north side of the city. The city was awarded $89,122 in grant funding through the Inflation Reduction Act, granted by the United States Forest Service. The funds are passed through to the City of Green River by the Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD). Green River Parks and Recreation Director Katie Duncombe says the city's primary...
Green River Police Department reports for May 17 At 10:20 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop and issued a warning for alleged speeding. May 18 At 12:52 a.m., officers responded to a motorist assist and issued a citation to Thomas Greenland for alleged DWUS. At 1:18 a.m., officers responded to a report of a disturbance. At 2:35 a.m., officers responded to a report of a suspicious circumstance, and issued a citation to Kim Robinson for alleged public intoxication. At 9:45 a.m., officers respo...
The City of Green River is moving forward with a plan for the Union Pacific Railroad to clean up an area of contaminated soil within the city. During Tuesday night's City Council meeting, a public hearing took place for a proposed language amendment needed to establish a specific boundary of a Restricted Use Control Area Overlay Zone for the area. The council also approved the proposed language amendment on first reading. During the public hearing, Public Works Director Mark Westenskow spoke to...
Green River Police Department Sergeant Monique Mead was recently promoted to her sergeant position, which was celebrated with a pinning ceremony at the May 21 City Council meeting. The pinning was performed by Monique's husband Brandon Mead and Detective Martha Holzgrafe. Fellow officers and friends and family gathered to celebrate the pinning ceremony for Sergeant Mead at last night's City of Green River Council meeting. Police Chief Shaun Sturlaugson noted that Sergeant Mead wears many hats,...
Green River Police Department reports for May 10 At 12:12 p.m., officers responded to a report of a traffic hazard. At 12:24 p.m., officers responded to a report of threats/harassment. At 2:04 p.m., officers responded to a report of assault. At 4:02 p.m., officers responded to a report of a runaway. At 4:36 p.m., officers responded to a report of threats/harassment. At 4:47 p.m., officers responded to a report of a disturbance. At 8:50 p.m., officers responded to a report of a disturbance. At...
Green River Police Department reports for May 7 At 12:29 p.m., officers responded to a report of a found person. At 2:40 p.m., officers responded to a report of a vape detection at the GRHS. Officers gathered information, issued a citation to a juvenile for alleged use or possession of tobacco by a minor, and completed an incident report. At 2:53 p.m., officers responded to a report of an individual with an active warrant. Officers arrested Dalton Kunz, of Green River, transported Kunz to the...
Sweetwater County School District No. 2 has announced the start of this year’s summer meal program. The district will be offering meals at no charge to children 18 years of age and younger. Meals will be served at Monroe Elementary School at 250 Monroe Avenue in Green River from May 28 to August 9. Breakfast will be served from 8 to 9 a.m., and lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, off i...
The Green River City Council is taking steps to move forward on a number of projects, including putting on Flaming Gorge Days, paving East Third North Street, replacing Riverside Memorial Park's playground equipment, and more. Flaming Gorge Days preparation With the council having previously approved agreements with different entities for different aspects of Flaming Gorge Days, plans for the event at the end of June have been moving forward. The City Council took another step to secure more...
Green River Police Department reports for April 28 At 9:06 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop and issued a warning for alleged speeding. April 29 At 10:47 a.m., officers responded to a report of a traffic offense. At 1:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of a bus light violation. Officers gathered information and attempted to make contact with the suspected offender to issue a citation. At 1:29 p.m., officers responded to a report of a bus light violation. Officers gathered information...
The City of Green River teamed up with the Green River School District to provide a much-needed practice baseball and softball field. Little League Baseball and the local softball leagues have experienced an increase in participation and the need for more space. The School District has an old field located just North of the Central Administration building. City crews were able to level the field, that also includes a baseball backstop fence. City officials believe the field could be ready for...
Green River Police Department reports for April 23 At 10:23 a.m., officers responded to a report of found property. Officers collected a black children's bicycle, booked it in for safekeeping, and completed an incident report. At 10:48 a.m., officers responded to a report of trespassing. At 11:08 a.m., officers responded to a report of an individual with an active warrant. Officers arrested Joseph St. John, transported St. John to the Sweetwater County Detention Center, and completed an...
Green River is a community full of individuals and businesses that work together for the benefit of everyone. Once a year, specific members of the community are recognized for their impact and contributions. This year Green River Chamber of Commerce Awards Luncheon was hosted last Wednesday, and a large crowd gathered to recognize the award recipients. Distinguished Citizen of the Year The Distinguished Citizen of the Year award was given to Krista Kraft in recognition of her hard work...
Green River Police Department reports for April 15 At 8:35 a.m., officers responded to a report of a student in possession of a vaping device. Officers issued a citation to a juvenile for alleged use/possession of tobacco by a minor - first offense and completed a report of the incident. At 9:25 a.m., officers responded to a report of drugs. At 11:43 a.m., officers responded to a report of an abandoned vehicle. At 3:09 p.m., officers responded to a report of assault. At 7:53 p.m., officers...
The City of Green River officially accepted the donation of two columbariums for veterans in Riverview Cemetery, and is using grant funding to establish a tree management plan for the city. A donation made by and for veterans At the end of March, the second of two veteran columbariums was lowered into place in Riverview Cemetery. The columbarium was the culmination of over a decade of consideration and several years of fundraising from the Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2321 and other local...
Green River Police Department reports for April 7 At 8:37 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop and issued warnings for alleged vehicle exceeding 30 miles per hour in an urban district (6+ mph over) and expired temporary license permit/improper registration. At 9:16 a.m., officers responded to a report of trespassing. At 4:55 p.m., officers responded to a report of drugs. At 5:07 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop and issued a warning for alleged speeding. At 5:21 p.m., officers...
Keeping kids safe and addressing the problem of drivers passing stopped school buses was the goal of three local Girl Scouts as they worked towards earning their Silver Award. Olivia Wilkenson, Emma Whitehead and Kymani Reid are members of local Girl Scout Troop 1932, and for about a year now they've been working to help their community and reach an important Girl Scouts milestone. "[The Silver Award] is the second-highest award in Girl Scouts, and in order to complete it we have to find a...
Green River Police Department reports for March 28 At 9:34 a.m., officers responded to a report of stalking. At 11:07 a.m., Animal Control Officers responded to a report of two dogs that were at large and acting aggressively. Officers made contact with an owner and issued two citations to Brody Meyer for alleged animal at large. At 1:47 p.m., Animal Control Officers responded to a report of two dogs that were at large and harassing an individual. Officers made contact with an owner and issued a...
Plans for Flaming Gorge Days are moving forward, with several pieces coming together to make one whole event. During Tuesday night's meeting, the Green River City Council approved an agreement to work with Adelska, LLC for Flaming Gorge Days. The agreement is for the Colorado-based entertainment and event-planning company to oversee the concert aspect of the event. The council initially considered a contract with Adelska during the March 5 meeting. Some council members expressed concern about...
The Green River Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, March 29. First units arrived to the area of N 2nd W Street and Flaming Gorge Way at approximately 7:55 p.m. "Upon arrival, heavy smoke and flames were visible in the interior of the home," the GRFD said. "Engine 2, Engine 22, Tower and approximately 16 firefighters were on scene. Fire crews conducted an offensive interior attack and were able to quickly extinguish the fire." No one was home at...
Green River Police Department reports for March 22 At 10:53 a.m., officers responded to a report of a bus light violation, which occurred on March 21. Officers gathered information, met with the driver, and issued a citation for alleged meeting or passing a stopped school bus to Braxton Haws. At 11:09 a.m., officers responded to a report of a traffic offense. At 12:37 p.m., officers responded to a report of a nuisance. At 1:13 p.m., officers responded to a report of trespassing. At 2:19 p.m.,...
Green River Police Department reports for March 18 At 8:41 a.m., officers responded to a report of vandalism. At 10:06 a.m., officers responded with EMS to a report of an unconscious individual in a parked vehicle. Officers and EMS met with the individual; no transports were made. Officers issued a citation to Andrew Walker for alleged public intoxication and completed an incident report. At 12:53 p.m., officers responded to a report of an animal bite. At 3:24 p.m., officers responded to a repor...
