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Concerning safety

When it comes to ambulance service, safety is always a top priority, for both the patients and the ambulance employees. Recently, safety concerns among employees of Castle Rock Ambulance Service have...

 

For the youth

When it comes to helping the youth of Sweetwater County, it is important to understand the risks they face, the factors that could lead to future problems, and the available — and unavailable ...

 

City and county approve inmate housing agreement

With prices going up, local agreements need to be adjusted, including the agreement between Sweetwater County and the cities of Green River and Rock Springs concerning inmate housing contracts. The...

 

Melvin pleads not guilty

Jennifer ("Jennie") Melvin pleaded not guilty to charges filed against her during an arraignment last Thursday afternoon in the Third District Court of Judge Richard Lavery. Melvin, the City of Green...

 

RMP meeting moved, leaders ask for public comment period extension

The Bureau of Land Management's Resource Management Plan (RMP) for the Rock Springs Field Office has been the topic of much discussion lately, from government leaders to local wildlife groups. Amidst...

 

A different sort of play: Actors' Mission presents "Marat/Sade"

Many directors hope audiences will walk away from their plays with a particular feeling or thought. Shane Westfall hopes audiences walk away from “Marat/Sade” with that feeling being confusion,...

 

Connection and support

From making schedule changes to developing grant-funded programs, schools and groups within Sweetwater County School District No. 2 are focusing on creating connections and offering support for...

 

GR native joins Desert View Eye Care

A Green River native who set his sights on home again is now ready to help the community with their sight. Dr. Amasa Mecham has joined Dr. Jeffrey Wilson's team at Desert View Eye Care and will be bri...

 

Cross Country team sees exciting wins

The Green River High School Cross Country team has been working hard on getting faster and has seen both some exciting wins and tough competition in the last few weeks. "The girls have been doing real...

 

RMP concerns

"This proposed plan has the very real possibility of destroying Sweetwater County's economy," Commissioner Island Richards said of the Bureau of Land Management's recently-released Resource...

 

Animal Control plans improvements

The dogs at Green River Animal Control will have a little more space to play and possibly even better chances at finding their forever homes thanks to planned improvements to the yard area at the...

 

Duncombe named new Parks and Rec director

The new Parks and Recreation director for the City of Green River is a familiar face. Catherine "Katie" Duncombe was recently named the new director and officially began her duties at the beginning...

 
 By Hannah Romero    News    August 31, 2023

Eagle Scout builds fire pits at Pioneer Trails

When it came to doing his Eagle Scout project, Logan Wadsworth chose something that combined a way to serve the community with one of his favorite activities.  Logan loves camping with his fellow...

 

Some Enchanted Evening

It will be an enchanted evening of music and theater when The Horizon Theater's newest show opens tonight. "This is supposed to be an evening of elegance and Golden Age classical music," Director...

 

Project West progresses

Project West, a project aiming to bring a new solution trona mine and soda ash processing facility to Sweetwater County, is making progress towards its goals. The most recent steps in the process...

 

The power in the presence of pets

It’s amazing what the presence of an animal can do — the way that just by being there they can bring so much laughter, chaos, comfort and joy.  One year ago, I got my first pets. At least,...

 

Fly in for fun at annual Spaceport Days

It's time for the Greater Green River Intergalactic Spaceport to welcome visitors - extraterrestrial or otherwise - once again. The annual Spaceport Days event will take place this weekend with a...

 

Cross Country team sets goal to compete at State

The Wolves have their running shoes on, and a team of both returning and new athletes are ready to go for the Green River High School Cross Country season.  "We've got a full team, mostly returning a...

 

Golf team pushes for growth and improvement

While the Green River High School golf team's season is already underway, the team is always looking to keep growing and learning. "I'm excited to see improvements from our returning players that put...

 
 By Hannah Romero    City    August 17, 2023

Studies and safety

While the Green River City Council had a relatively quick and light meeting Tuesday night, they took time to approve a compensation plan study and discuss local issues, particularly safety on the...

 

Commissioners approve new horse racing company

A new venue for wagering on horse racing is working toward establishing a presence in Sweetwater County, and is one step closer thanks to approval from the Board of County Commissioners. 307 Horse...

 

GRHS named Platinum Tier School of Distinction

Green River High School is once again receiving national attention for its commitment to school culture as well as its connection to the community.  This year, the high school was named a Platinum...

 

"Amazing technology:" Hospital celebrates new da Vinci robot

It may sound strange - a robot to help with surgeries.  And certainly, the da Vinci robotic system itself looks intimidating. Standing taller than a human with its white boom and four robotic arms...

 
 By Hannah Romero    City    August 10, 2023

SCSD No. 2 joins RIDE

"Our best future workforce is the kids in our hallways right now," Craig Barringer, the Sweetwater County School District No. 2 superintendent, said. Wanting to connect students to employers is one...

 
 By Hannah Romero    City    August 10, 2023

School board approves funds for safety project

The Sweetwater County School District No. 2 Board of Trustees approved additional funding for a second phase of a project that will add a safety coating to windows at district schools during Tuesday...

 

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