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Green River resident Timothy Laboria shared a recitation of the Emancipation Proclamation at Castle Rock Rehabilitation Center and The Villa last Thursday. It is important to him to share Abraham Lincoln's words and wisdom from our nation's history to encourage everyone in our world today....
The Green River Hall of Fame is inducting the 2024 class at the Hall of Fame Banquet on September 14 and introducing them during halftime at the Friday night football game on September 13. This year's Hall of Fame inductees are the 2004 Green River High School Football Team, the 2004-05 State Cheer team, Richard Smith and Bob Maddox. 2004 Football team The 2004 Green River Wolves Football team had high expectations. The previous season was a huge success after the Wolves finished the season 8-2...
This year marks six and a half decades of empowering minds, fostering innovation, and shaping futures at Western Wyoming Community College (Western). The college would like to personally thank all constituents that have graduated, worked at Western, served on our board, attending college now, or supported us in our mission in providing higher education excellence. In appreciation of all your support, we invite you to our 65th celebration on Saturday, September 7. The 65th anniversary celebration...
As fall starts again, GHSC is bringing back classes and activities that took a break during the summer, including Successful Aging, Watercolor, Chair Volleyball, Potlucks, Zumba Gold, Hand Massages, and serving soup, cappuccinos, and hot chocolate daily. There will also be a special Then and Now matching game, and people are invited to bring in photos of themselves when they were young and a more recent photo which will be used for the game. GHSC is also hosting an AARP Senior Citizen Safe...
A large crowd wearing purple shirts and holding colorful flower-shaped pinwheels made their way through the streets of Rock Springs and gathered in Bunning Park, walking to support a cause - to raise awareness and funding to advance Alzheimer's and dementia treatment and prevention. The annual Sweetwater County Walk to End Alzheimer's took place last Saturday morning, bringing together those with Alzheimer's, caregivers and family members, and those who support the goal of advancing further rese...
Wyoming Congressional Award hosted their annual fundraising golf tournament in Jackson Hole August 5 through 7 at Teton Pines Golf Club. Some of the biggest sponsors of the event include Sweetwater County corporations and companies Simplot, Williams, and Genesis Alkali. As event sponsors, these companies help provide scholarships to Wyoming Congressional Gold Medalists, aid in covering travel costs to send Wyoming Congressional Gold Medalists to Washington, D.C. for the annual Gold Medal Summit...
Mike Frink, proprietor of the long-time Green River-based business Sweetwater Trophies and Gifts, recently announced the sale of his business along with his retirement. Sweetwater Trophies was in business for 22 years under Frink, but was a staple in the downtown business district for decades prior. According to the Sweetwater Trophies website, "Mike purchased Sweetwater Trophies in 2002, taking over a locally owned business that has served Sweetwater County for over 40 years." "After my...
In what has become an annual tradition, Senator John Barrasso attended River Festival, ceremonially kicking off the Cajun Shrimp Boil this past Friday. Barrasso, currently up for reelection for a fourth term, has visited River Festival every year since he took office in 2007. "I never miss it," he said. "I have loved visiting Green River for the River Festival since I first took office, I believe this is my sixteenth year attending." While there, Barrasso took time to visit with multiple media...
The Green River Greenbelt Task Force continues to steadily work on their goals as they maintain and develop the greenbelt and land around Green River. Recently, the Greenbelt Task Force was the recipient of the Sweetwater County Conservation District Community Enhancement Grant. "They successfully wrote a grant an received $5,000.00 to chemically treat the river corridor of Russian Olive Trees and Tamarisk from native habitat along the city's greenbelt corridor," a press release explained. The...
This year the Green River Chamber of Commerce added a People's Choice award at the River Festival Car & Bike Show. The first winner of the People's Choice award went to Randy Johnson and his 1952 Chevy Pick up. All winners: Gary Layos- 1950 Mercury Sedan; Dawayne Palmer- 1946 Ford Business Coupe; Scott McCreary- 1956 Chevrolet 3100; Ken Tucker-1954 Ford pick up; Gordon Smith- 1986 Chevrolet step side pick up; Kole Burnett- 1969 Chevrolet Camaro; Jacob Chavez- 1970 Chevy Chevelle; Dave Poling-...
The Green River Arts Council's Annual Art on the Green competition took place in conjunction with River Festival. Here are the winners: Rudy Gunter Memorial Awards - 2D Recipient: Emily Parker; 3D Recipient: Gail VanWagoner Artists' Choice Professional 3D - 1st Place: Bryan Cordova; 2nd Place: Michael Parker ; 3rd Place: Jeff Rudolph Artists' Choice Professional 2D - 1st Place: Michelle Nixon; 2nd Place: Shane Steiss; 3rd Place: Debora Soule Artists' Choice Semi-Professional 2D - 1st Place:...
Loved ones, caregivers and supporters of Wyomingites living with Alzheimer's disease will join together Saturday, Aug. 24, for the Sweetwater County Walk to End Alzheimer's. One of seven Alzheimer's Association of Wyoming Walks to End Alzheimer's in 2024, the Walk in Rock Springs will raise funds to provide essential services to families and support research to find a cure. The Walk has a fundraising goal of $23,000. Collectively, the seven Wyoming Walks have a target of $150,000. There are...
The Green River Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 23rd Annual River Festival this weekend, August 16 and 17. The Chamber, which is a non-profit organization that is "working to provide the community with a quality event for both spectators and participants," gave details about this year's festival in a press release. River Festival begins Friday afternoon with marathon half and 10k registration beginning at 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. At 5 p.m., the annual Cajun Shrimp Boil will be open to the public....
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...
