Mayor plans re-election campaign

Pete Rust announced he plans to seek a second term as Green River’s mayor Tuesday afternoon.

Rust said he wants to see some of the work started during his term through to the end, believing that work would be much smoother if there isn’t a change. He also said he has a passion for the community and the job and has been involved in public service in multiple positions throughout the last 37 years.

Rust’s top goal is ensuring the city provides public safety by supporting the police and fire department. He said the city continues to seek and apply for grant funding to pay for new equipme...