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In the heart of our community stands a beacon of inspiration who has transformed high school athletics and education. Colleen Seiloff, a respected mathematics teacher and the mastermind behind the women's and men's swimming teams at Green River High School, is preparing to retire from teaching while continuing her coaching career. Lauren Jensen, a former student and athlete, can attest to Seiloff's positive influence. "Her high expectations and bold leadership led us as her proteges to success,"...
"Did you see that jump?" kids called out to one another, racing their bikes up and down the dirt hills. Dozens of child and adult riders, along with family and friends, showed up at the Southwest Wyoming BMX race course on Saturday, enjoying a free ride along the track during the club's open house event. "We really just wanted the opportunity to talk to the community and to share more about the program and what we're here to do," Heather Salinas, the Southwest Wyoming BMX Club president,... Full story
GHSC is hosting a special Father's Day Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 13. The menu will include ribs, corn on the cob, potato salad, watermelon, brownies drizzled with caramel and nuts, and beer. There will also be Father's Day trivia and the chance to win a prize. GHSC will also host ice cream socials throughout the summer every Tuesday after lunch. Special Events: Nurse: June 6 and 20, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bingo Night: June 6, 5-7 p.m. Board Candidate Introductions: June 11, 11 a.m.... Full story
Several local events are coming up as part of recognizing and celebrating Pride Month. This weekend, Pride events will kick off in Rock Springs. On Friday night, June 7, The Starling Company will present a performance of "Freakshow." The drag show will be "an original, immersive, theatrical experience," according to the Starling Company, and will focus on a circus-like atmosphere of spooky and scary performances. The event is rated "R," and tickets are available at different price points for the... Full story
Green River High School students have earned their places on the Principal, Staff and Regular Honor Rolls for the first semester of the 2023-2024 school year. To be placed on the Principal Honor Roll, a student must earn a 4.0 GPA. To be placed on the Staff Honor Roll, a student must earn between a 3.75 and a 3.99 GPA. To be placed on the Regular Honor Roll, a student must earn between a 3.5 and a 3.749 GPA. For each honor roll, students must finish the semester without an I or F grade and must... Full story
Honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to serve our country is a long-standing tradition in Green River. On Memorial Day, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2321 and American Legion Tom Whitmore Post 28 hosted their annual ceremony at Riverview Cemetery to recognize the veterans who lost their lives in the line of duty. This year's ceremony also included a special dedication of the new veteran's columbarium that was recently put into place. "We are assembled once again to...
Michael and Aleesha Wade of Lyman welcomed their son Konrad Memphis on March 18. Chase and Brooke Martinez of Green River welcomed their son Chancey Lynn Martinez on March 27. Ricky Dandridge and Lydia Baker of Rock Springs welcomed their son Richard Lee Dandridge Jr. on March 30. Kacie Austin and Rylee Moore of Rock Springs welcomed their daughter Scarlett JoAnn Austin on April 3. Toby Borecky and Kristina Fuller of Green River welcomed their daughter Peyton Elizabeth Borecky on April 8. Luis a... Full story
Natasha Young knew from an early age that she wanted to join the military. What she didn't know, even when she joined, was that she was continuing a long legacy of military service that stretched out on both sides of her family. That legacy spread through history and around the world until it finally reached all the way to Natasha and an F-35 jet with "Green River, Wyoming" printed on its side. A desire to serve For Green River native Natasha, the desire to serve her country was closely... Full story
Sweetwater County School District No. 2 recently announced the Top 10 nominees for the District Teacher of the Year. "This esteemed group represents a combined 172 years of dedication to education, and was chosen from nearly 40 nominations submitted by colleagues, parents, and community members," a press release from the district said. "Congratulations to these outstanding educators!" The SWCSD No. 2 Board of Trustees will announce the winner during an upcoming board meeting. The nominees are:... Full story
Students from Lincoln Middle School's MathCounts program competed and had top finishes in the Wyoming Regional and State MathCounts Competitions. Dogan Gunduz, a math teacher at LMS and the head coach for the MathCounts program, shared the following results: Southwest Chapter Competition (aka Regionals) - Feb 15, 2024 Foursome Teams 1st Place - Rock Springs Junior High 2nd Place - Lincoln Middle School, Green River (Taryn Davis, Andrew Bozner, Stevie Winer, Kaiden Olson) State Competition -... Full story
Expedition Academy recently released their first and second quarter honor rolls for the Winter/Spring 2024 semester. To be on the Principal Honor Roll, students had to earn a 4.0 Grade Point Average. To receive Scholastic Honors, students had to have a GPA between 3.5 and 3.99. Students received Achievement Honors for earning a 3.0 to 3.49 GPA. First Quarter Principal Honors: Alyssa Campton Scholastic Honors: Jon Thompson, Naomi McMullan, Charlotte Burd, Graci Killett, Owen Calzada, Maximus... Full story
Dave Mead, Executive Director of the Sweetwater County Historical Museum in Green River, expressed his special thanks to the volunteers, parents, educators, and others who made possible this year's four-day Third Grade History Fair, which took place May 13 through May 16. Over 850 third grade students, teachers, and caregivers from all over the county took part this year. Each received a guided tour of the museum, reviewed special exhibits, and attended demonstrations about ranching, mining,...
Harrison Elementary fourth grade was abuzz with excitement on Friday, May 3 as students showcased their knowledge and creativity in a remarkable Wax Museum event, delving into Wyoming's rich history. From iconic figures to beloved symbols, the event transported visitors through time, offering a dynamic journey through the essence of Wyoming. Among the array of presentations, students brought to life characters and symbols deeply ingrained in Wyoming's identity, including Yellowstone National...
Local law enforcement was celebrated last week as part of National Police Week, and they also came out to show their support for other organizations, like Special Olympics Wyoming. National Police Week is officially recognized as May 12 through 18, with May 15 being Peace Officers Memorial Day to recognize officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. On Peace Officers Memorial Day, Red White Buffalo hosted the fifth annual National Police Week Memorial Service outside their shop....
Green River fourth grader Rowan Kinney from Harrison Elementary School is raising funds to be able to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum: Pathways to STEM event. Rowan was nominated by his teacher, Melanee Litz, in honor of his "maturity and academic excellence" and his "leadership potential." "NYLF Pathways to STEM is a unique learning experience for bright, forward-thinking elementary school students who will evolve into next generation innovators, engineers, doctors, software...
Over the past week, local students reached a major milestone in their academic careers as they celebrated their graduations from high school and college. Together students, teachers, faculty members, friends and family, and the community gathered to celebrate these accomplishments and offer support and encouragement to those who are taking the next step into their futures. Green River High School celebrated the graduation of 135 seniors on Monday night. Giving the senior class address, Rylie... Full story
When Evangeline Franzon was 13 years old, she was living next to a giant trash heap on a small island in the Philippines. But when she was handed a colorful shoebox with a glittery notebook inside, the course of her life changed. "Who would have thought that a girl who grew up in a dump site would be standing right here in front of you right now, in Green River, Wyoming," Evangeline told a small crowd gathered in the Green River Assembly of God Church last Thursday. Holding a colorful shoebox fr... Full story
Several local students will receive help for their next steps in life as they were chosen to be the recipients of a variety of local scholarships. This year Destyni German was chosen to receive the Freda Ann Bozner-Brittenham Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship was created by Mark Brittenham in honor of his mother, a first-generation American born to Yugoslavian/Slovenian immigrants who overcame adversity through her life and passed away from colon cancer. Mark established the scholarship in... Full story
With the wind blowing and a shaggy group of mule deer watching from a distance, a group of people gathered on South Hill last Thursday and dug their golden shovels into the ground. With that, the Skyline Trail Project officially began. The Skyline Trail is an extension of the current Greenbelt Trail System, as well as a collaboration between the Green River Greenbelt Task Force (GBTF) and several community partners who came together to make it happen. The trail will begin on Upland Way with a... Full story
Emilee Jensen made the front page of the Green River Star on August 31, 2011 when she cried on her first day of kindergarten, escorted by her parents Mike and Jackie. Now, Emilee is getting ready to graduate from Green River High School along with the class of 2024. She's not crying now, but she still has her parents by her side.... Full story
Detective Chuck DeSantis is investigating the disappearance of flamboyant 14-year-old Leonard Pelkey. He talks to important people in Leonard's life and community, from his feisty aunt to his British drama teacher to a Mafia widow with a pair of binoculars who spots Leonard's trademark rainbow converse. This is the story told in "The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey," the newest play from the Actors' Mission. The catch is, all nine distinct characters are played by one actor. The one-man... Full story
Mike Bond gives a thumbs up while participating in this year's Run with the Badges 5K/10K race. The annual event by the YWCA of Sweetwater County brings together local law enforcement and the community to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Mike was joined by his wife Aly Bond (left) and their baby in the race. Mike is also one of the newest members to join the Green River Police Department. He and Officer Sven Pickens celebrated their graduation from the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy... Full story
Ryan Pasborg was recently awarded the Carnegie Medal, the nation's highest civilian honor for heroism, for his heroic efforts rescuing a Green River family from a house fire. Pasborg stopped to assist the Wadsworth family on Feb. 2, 2022 when he smelled smoke and realized their house was on fire. He entered the burning home and pulled out Stephanie Wadsworth and her then four-year-old son, Weston. "Ryan's actions epitomize the first rule of the Wyoming Code, the Code of the West, to 'Live each... Full story
From building a nightstand in eight hours to running through a first aid scenario to creating intricate works of art, Green River High School students recently demonstrated and were recognized for their talents at the annual State Art Symposium and Wyoming SkillsUSA Championships. The State Art Symposium took place in Casper April 17-19, and Wyoming SkillsUSA took place in Casper April 22-24. Work from both events was displayed in the Industrial and Fine Art Fair in the main gym of the high scho... Full story
Golden Hour is hosting several special lunches to celebrate holidays in May. There will be a High Tea Luncheon served at both at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. on May 10 in honor of Mother's Day. The menu will feature chicken salad in a puffed pastry, spinach salad with berries, chips, lemon bars, vanilla bean scones, variety teas and sweet tea, and sangria wine. There will also be a Memorial Day event at 11:30 a.m. on May 24 with a brief ceremony followed by a lunch of grilled hamburgers and hot dogs,... Full story
