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White Mountain Lumber hosted their annual two-person scramble golf tournament July 19. This year, $1,150 was raised by selling mulligans, and those profits were donated to the Food Bank of Sweetwater County. Kathy Siler with the Food Bank, left, received the check from Tim Buman with White Mountain Lumber and Rental, right....
John and Annie Collins of Rock Springs welcomed their son Declan Levi Collins on June 12. Matthew and Kelsee McLaughlin of Green River welcomed their son Axl Emerson McLaughlin on June 15. Ryan and Kayli Rust of Green River welcomed their son Sawyer Lochlan Rust on June 16. Roy Kurtis Nash and Lacey Kay Nash of Green River welcomed their daughter Lisa Kay Nash on June 17. Emily Ruiz and Manuel Mendoza of Rock Springs welcomed their daughter Brinlee Elle Mendoza on June 29. Emily and Matthew...
Natalie and Madelynn Tynsky enjoyed the carnival rides together at Wyoming's Big Show on Friday night....
The magic of Green River came alive on the evening of August 6 as residents gathered to celebrate the inclusion of the famed "Fairy House" at 6 West 2nd North Street on the National Register of Historic Places. This event marked not only a significant milestone for the property, but also a celebration of Green River's historical and architectural heritage. Marsha Harris, the proud owner of the Victorian home, hosted the ribbon cutting event. With stained glass windows and fairy gardens adorning...
This past weekend, crowds of admirers flocked to the 2024 Green River Pond and Garden Tour. The tour included eight houses in Green River and two in Rock Springs. On the tour, homeowners showcased their sophisticated pond systems and unique gardens. One of the biggest pond features was at the home of the Byrd family on Logan Street. Their pond features 24 koi fish and was remodeled seven years ago to include more fish and enhanced water features. Every winter the family builds a large wooden...
GHSC is hosting a Picnic in the Park to celebrate National Senior Citizens Day at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 21 at Collier Park behind the senior center. The menu will include hamburgers and hot dogs, baked beans, chips, corn on the cob, watermelon, and Maraschino cherry chocolate chip cookies. There will be games including corn hole, a putting green, and ring toss. Participants are encouraged to bring their own chairs if they have them. Seniors with an active AGNES eat free. Participation...
Sisters Ary Meza, left, and Lexa Meza work together to use a fire extinguisher to put out a real fire. This activity was one of many hands-on demonstrations during the Sweetwater County Library's Story Time Adventures Tuesday morning. The library teamed up with the Green River Fire Department for the day to teach kids about fire safety....
When Ellie Davis explained how she'd be spending her weekend, her daughter had a question. "So, you're doing a funeral for ghosts?" Davis's answer was, basically, yes. Davis, other members of the Ghost Walk Crew and the Sweetwater County Library Foundation, and friends and supporters gathered at Riverview Cemetery last Saturday morning for a special ceremony. "I am honored to be here today with all of you for the dedication of these plaques," Davis said, taking a moment to gather herself as she...
As Wyoming's Big Show 2024 kicks off, the Green River High School FFA chapter is making waves with its dynamic presence and commitment to nurturing young leaders. Liz Thoman, the Ag teacher and FFA advisor at Green River High School, shared her insights on the chapter's impressive activities and goals at this year's fair. Thoman, who has been with the chapter since 2016, is deeply involved in both teaching and mentoring students. "My role is to be that avenue for kids to be involved in FFA and...
Sweetwater County residents turned out in crowds last Saturday for the Red Desert Roundup Rodeo Parade in downtown Rock Springs....
A love of theater, friends, and fun have brought local students together for this year's Sweetwater BOCES Summer Theater for Youth production of "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr." at Western Wyoming Community College. The summer theater program gives students in fourth grade through twelfth grade the chance to star in a musical and learn more about theater in general. It also tends to draw large crowds of local youth who do the program every year, and then bring their friends along to join them. This...
As the golden days of summer wane and the scent of freshly sharpened pencils lingers in the air, it's time for the community to come together and ensure every student is ready for the upcoming school year. Donation Station is rallying the community to support local students through its annual "Stuff the Bus" event. This year, the event promises to be bigger and more impactful, aiming to collect essential school supplies for students in need. The "Stuff the Bus" campaign will take place across mu...
Green River is a little cleaner this summer thanks to Trout Unlimited and Rivers are Life. Rivers are Life announced their new partnership with Trout Unlimited in June, the purpose of which is to support Trout Unlimited Expeditions, which are "place-based experiences for teens and college students to volunteer and educate themselves on local watershed issues," according to a press release. In its inaugural year, Trout Unlimited Expeditions hosted two 10-day trips over the summer. The first trip...
The Green River Pond and Garden Tour is returning once again this year, and is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, August 3. This year, attendees have the chance to visit eight garden homes in Green River and one in Rock Springs. "Visitors have exclusive access to nine gardens with amazing creativity, gardens with ponds, colorful Koi, garden rooms, and vegetable gardens," Lyneen Murphy, the tour organizer, explained. "There will be Master Gardeners for those who have questions about our...
Local children enjoyed the chance to cool off in a pile of bubbles at the Sweetwater County Library System's Pokemon Foam Party at Centennial Park last Friday. A special Glow in the Dark Foam Party will be hosted at Centennial Park at 9 p.m. July 26. The library hosts foam parties each year as part of their summer reading program activities....
Performers from World Dance Company presented cultural dances from multiple countries during this year's Rock Springs International Day event....
A Green River cowboy has been chasing his dreams and is now gaining attention at the national level. Jacob Cook, a 2024 Green River High School graduate, has been involved with rodeo for most of his life. This week he is competing with Team Wyoming during the National High School Finals Rodeo. The 76th National High School Finals Rodeo kicked off on Sunday at the Sweetwater County Events Complex. Primarily held in Rock Springs, with shooting competitions held in Green River, this is the seventh...
This past Friday, the American Legion Post 28 in Green River hosted a heartwarming and electrifying "Music for Veterans" summer concert, marking the first summer edition of the cherished annual event. Tom Niemiec, the finance officer at the American Legion and the event organizer, shared the journey behind the event. While Music for Veterans traditionally takes place during the winter, the chance to expand the event came up this year. "We had an opportunity for a summertime concert when Circles...
Displaying both eloquence and argumentation, the Green River High School Speech and Debate team recently took to the national stage, bringing home significant accolades from the National Speech and Debate Tournament in Des Moines, Iowa. Under the guidance of first-year Head Coach Jericho Morrell, the team navigated an intense season of preparation and competition to reach this prestigious event. Coach Morrell, a local business owner and former team member, stepped into his coaching role with...
Genesis Alkali made a large donation of food and supplies to local food banks and other organizations in Sweetwater County on Monday, July 1. Food and supplies had been ordered in advance as part of the company's preparations to ensure business continuity in the run up to negotiating a new contract with its labor union, according to a press release. "Genesis Alkali was pleased it reached agreement Sunday evening with the United Steel Workers Union, Local 13214, on a new five-year contract," the...
Green River is set to sizzle with excitement as the community comes together for "Street Eats on the Green," a new food truck event hosted by Green River Parks and Recreation. Set to take place at Expedition Island on July 18 from 5 to 8 p.m., this event promises to be a flavorful evening filled with fun activities and a lively atmosphere. "We wanted to create a simple yet enjoyable event for the community," explained Raime Drake, a program supervisor at Green River Parks and Recreation. "A loca...
The streets of Green River were bustling last weekend with the eagerly-anticipated return of the Flaming Gorge Days Festival. After a year-long hiatus marked by disappointment and challenges, this beloved community event made a triumphant comeback, drawing enthusiastic crowds and a record number of vendors. Event coordinator Alishae Blazick was hired by the city to oversee the vendor fair for the event this year. She shared her journey in bringing Flaming Gorge Days back to life, emphasizing...
GHSC is hosting a day trip to the Shoshone Rose Casino in Lander on Friday, July 19. The bus will depart from the senior center at 8 a.m. and return around 7 p.m. A $15 refundable deposit is required to reserve a seat, and will be refunded on departure. Those who fail to attend without prior notice will forfeit their deposit. Call the center at 872-3223 to sign up for the trip. GHSC will be closed on the Fourth of July for the holiday. Special Events: Fourth of July luncheon: July 3, 11:30 a.m....
It's been almost two months since crews broke ground on the Skyline Trail in Green River, and work is steadily progressing. The Skyline Trail is an extension to the current Greenbelt trail system and will encompass three different access points, starting with a parking lot off Upland Way, as well as having a parking lot at the top of South Hill and another access point behind Western Wyoming Community College's Green River campus. The trail will have one switchback near the Upland entrance,...
This year's Pony Express Re-Ride passed through Sweetwater County ahead of schedule Saturday, June 22, stopping to change riders and horses in Granger at 4:15 p.m., the Sweetwater County Historical Museum shared. For 18 months, from April 1860 to October 1861, the Pony Express operated from St. Joseph, Missouri, to Sacramento, California. Lone riders, working both ways in relays, carried mail the nearly 2,000 dangerous miles in an average of 10 days across Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming,...
