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Although it was born out of necessity last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the drive-thru live nativity at the First Church of the Nazarene may become a regular Christmas tradition for the community. “People seem to be glad it will be back for a second year,” Bonnie Arnold said. “I have heard some very positive comments.” The live nativity started last Christmas when the Church of the Nazarene realized they would have to cancel their annual community choir performance of Handel’s “Messiah....
Baked goods, gift baskets, crafts, jewelry, home goods and more covered tables at Holy Communion Episcopal Church in Rock Springs Saturday - all available to raise money for the Woman's Club of Rock Springs during their annual "Holiday House." "Normally of course we do have the Holiday House," Cindy Wakefield, the Woman's Club vice president, said. She explained the fundraiser is usually hosted at the house of a community member who decorates their home for Christmas and opens it to the Woman's...
Last weekend the Green River High School speech and debate team hosted a tournament for roughly a dozen other Wyoming schools. “We thought it went really well,” Coach Dan Parson said, adding “it’s a lot of work.” Eleven teams from across the state came to Green River for the event, which took place last Friday and Saturday. The tournament had roughly 200 entries and 75 judges. “It’s a much smaller tournament than it has been historically,” Parson explained, “but that’s partly because ever...
Members of the Green River High School theater department will present a play focused on a groups of students in a school lockdown situation during the Wyoming State Thespian Festival. According to the high school's theater director Bradlee Skinner, "Lockdown" is entered in the proscenium category of the festival. The category refers to the type of stage the performance takes place on. He said the Wyoming High School Athletics Association is hosting a hybrid festival, with live events taking...
When it comes to Christmas, the spirit of generosity extends throughout the community, but a few organizations put in extra effort to make sure one group isn't forgotten - Green River's senior citizens. To make sure seniors can experience the joy of Christmas, Mission at Castle Rock Rehabilitation Center and the Villa and Golden Hour Senior Center both host giving tree programs each year. The Mission at Castle Rock giving tree program is known as the "Angel Tree," named after the angel-shaped pa...
The Sweetwater County Pony Express rides again every year during the holiday season to deliver Christmas cards. This year, which is the 20th year the event has been held, the Christmas card ride will take place Saturday, Dec. 11. Cards will be stamped with a special Pony Express stamp and placed into a mochila — a special bag used by Pony Express riders, named for the Spanish word meaning “bag,” which is typically made of leather and designed to fit over a saddle. The cards will then be carried on horseback from the Green River Post Offic...
After an unusual and difficult year, the Green River High School speech and debate team is getting back to debating. “COVID hit us hard,” Coach Dan Parson said. Without being able to travel for tournaments or have debates in person last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the program struggled to maintain a normal year. According to Parson, many students who would have been involved with speech and debate lost interest and took part in other activities, such as theater, band, and FFA. “So we we...
The Green River High School Theater Department will bring some extra Christmas cheer to the community this week to help support local students attending the Wyoming State Thespian Festival next week. The theater department will present “A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play” for a special one-night-only performance Friday night. The theater students attending the state festival will be helping with the show, but will play background characters, while the main roles will be performed by community...
The halls are decked and the trees are decorated for YWCA of Sweetwater County's annual Festival of Trees. The yearly fundraiser, which includes the auction of holiday decor and fully decorated Christmas trees, is back this year with an in-person event next week after having to be conducted mostly virtually in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "It was very weird," YWCA Executive Director Melinda Baas said, thinking back to last year's online festival. "This was the event we missed. We missed th...
When it comes to Christmas, most people think of parents getting presents for the children. However, some of the most memorable and special gifts are the ones children give to their family. Unfortunately many children, particularly those from low income families, aren’t able to afford presents for their parents and siblings. That’s where the “Little Shoppers” event comes in. “The purpose of the event is to allow students to shop for Christmas presents for their families which are sold at below...
The Green River Police Department and the Woman's Club of Rock Springs have something in common - they both work to help the community. "We just do it in different ways," Jacki Allison from the Woman's Club said. The desire to help the community, and to support those who help the community, is what motivates the Woman's Club's in their fundraisers and projects, including the donation of $800 and "comfort kits" given to the GRPD this week. Allison explained the Woman's Club has previously helped...
The Green River and Rock Springs food banks were included in food bank donations made by All West Communications and CoBank. The donations, amounting to more than $5,000, were made to six food banks in Wyoming and Utah. This is the third year All West has donated to food banks in Sweetwater County. The company operates its Community Connections program that provides donations and support for non-profit groups, community events and neighbors, contributing more than $50,000 to various causes. All West generally hosts food drives at its offices,...
The Green River High School Wolf Pack Dance Team brought home several wins after competing at the 7,220 Spirit Championships at the University of Wyoming last weekend. The dancers won Judges' Choice, Best Technique and Most Creative Transitions and Formations, as well as placing first in the Hip Hop Division. Freshman Kyra Olsen also won two medals competing in individual pirouette competitions. "Traditionally it's been for cheer and this was the first year they invited dance to be there,"...
When workers of Peterson Beckner Industries heard the Sweetwater County Foster Care program's emergency clothes closet was running low, they made it their mission to restock it. With a donation of over $5,000 worth of pajamas, socks, underwear and jackets, they accomplished that mission. "It was very, very generous," Emilia Slater, the Foster Care Coordinator at the Department of Family Services, said. Slater explained the donation included items that aren't often thought of but are needed. "We...
Food often plays a crucial role in holiday celebrations — especially Thanksgiving. However, many families face food insecurity and need extra help making ends meet during the holiday season. This is one of the reasons there is an increased need for the services of Food Bank of Sweetwater County during the winter, and why local organizations like the Scouts BSA step up to help meet the need. “I know that Wyoming does have a hunger problem,” Kathy Siler, the executive director of Food Bank of Sw...
The fifth annual Veterans Freedom Race took place Saturday morning to honor and raise money to support veterans in the community. The morning began with a 5k and 10k race starting and ending at the American Legion Tom Whitmore Post 28 on North Center Street. Runners could then enjoy a pancake breakfast cooked and served by the Sons of the American Legion and a medley of songs performed by the Green River High School band. The morning wrapped up with a one mile walk where veterans were led by a...
The theater can be many things, but one is a place of escape - somewhere to get away, to laugh, to have fun and to forget the troubles of life for at least a little bit. This escape is something the Green River High School theater department hopes to provide with their newest production, "Spamalot." "Monty Python's Spamalot" is a musical based on the film "Monty Python and the Holy Grail." GRHS Theater Director Bradlee Skinner said the musical follows the storyline of the film closely while...
"Pride of Belonging." These three words are printed in bold on a small, shiny tag that has the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor printed on its four corners. This is one of the eleven benefit tags that are used to help align with the needs and motivators of individuals interested in joining America's finest fighting force. This tag is a crimson red and summarizes the special bond found in the United States Marine Corps. The Marine Corps is recognized for being a close-knit brotherhood and sisterhood....
"I never walk when I can run, I don't believe I ever could. People try to slow me down, saying boy you really should kick back and chill but I can't stand still," Ren McCormack sings in the "Footloose" musical. Western Wyoming Community College's Performing Arts department also can't stand still. Despite budget cuts and layoffs, the college is continuing to put together large musical productions, including "Footloose," which opens Nov. 4. In 2020, Western announced the college would be laying...
First opened Nov. 6, 1966, the Community Fine Arts Center in Rock Springs has been a cultural highlight for both the community and visitors to Rock Springs for 55 years. The CFAC's existence has been possible by a long-standing agreement and collaboration between Sweetwater County, Rock Springs and Sweetwater County School District No. 1. Residents are invited to an open house Nov. 6 from 1-4 p.m. Refreshments, tours, and a raffle for 10 pieces of art from local artists including paintings,...
The Woman’s Club of Rock Springs, General Federation of Woman’s Clubs Wyoming hosted its general meeting Oct. 19 at White Mountain Library in Rock Springs. The speaker for the meeting was Taneesa Congdon with the Center For Children and Families. She spoke about her organization and the ways they can help individuals who are victims of Domestic Violence. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the club was appreciative of her timely visit. The club discussed the Holiday House Raffle that will take place on the Rally Up site again thi...
