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The Green River High School Speech and Debate Team is hosting its tournament Friday and Saturday. Head coach Carina Stulken said residents are encouraged to volunteer as judges for the tournament, which will take place at the high school. Those who would like to act as judges do not need any prior qualifications. A judge’s table will be set up in the main hallway; and judges will quickly learn how to correctly fill out ballots and what to look for in each round. The team will need the most help during the semi-final rounds, which take place S...
Once again, children of all ages will be in awe when the big man in red shows up Saturday. This year, residents will not have to worry about freezing in a long line to visit with Santa Claus because he will be inside the Sweetwater #2350 Fraternal Order of Eagles, 88 N. Second E. Excited boys and girls will have a chance to speak with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 1-3 p.m.Children are also encouraged to bring their lists to Santa; and be ready to answer whether or not they have been naughty or...
For more than four years, Becky Iwen has worked in the Sweetwater County Library's Youth Services Department. Now, she will take on a new role as she was recently named the library's new youth services manager. Iwen has always had a love for the library, which started when she was a child. "I've always had a real strong love of reading," she said. "Learning to read for me was really difficult. I was not a strong reader." Learning how to read was a real struggle for Iwen. Iwen, who was home...
A 19-year-old of man who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing an 11-year-old girl will serve prison time after he violated his probation. Edward Charles Buckendorf appeared in the Third District Court of Judge Nena James at a probation of revocation hearing to an original charge of second-degree sexual abuse of a minor. Judge James revoked his probation and sentenced him to three to five years in the Wyoming State Penitentiary, with credit given for 48 days served. On. Aug. 28, Buckendorf entered a guilty plea to the felony charge under Wyoming...
Helping Native American elders was something this family always took to heart. Monroe Intermediate School sixth-grade student Delaina Becenti's family is always trying to find ways to keep their Navajo background alive. For years, Delaina has danced at many Sweetwater County School District No. 2 schools to show students Navajo dance. Although dancing is something Delaina enjoys, she and her family wanted to do more. Tomacita Becenti, Delaina's mother had heard about the Adopt-a-Native-Elder...
Once again, the Green River High School Speech and Debate Team came out on top. The team did not become intimidated when they went up against Utah-based teams this weekend. With a total of 1,107 points, the team came in first; defeating Copper Hills High School, Utah, who came in second with 982 points and Rock Springs, who came in third with 694 points. Twenty-nine schools attended the Juan Diego High School tournament, all of them were from Utah with the exception of Rock Springs and Green River. “I am very proud of our team, we were m...
Once again, Sweetwater County residents answered the call for cards. For years, Green River resident Harry Holler has asked the community for help in sending soldiers Christmas cards; and this year was no different. Holler challenged residents, specifically schools, to help send Christmas cards to soldiers overseas. All the residents had to do was write a message on top of the card, such as “God Bless,” “Merry Christmas,” or “Thank you for your service,” and put their name and address at the bottom of the card. The community responded a...
A Green River man who admitted to trying to strangle his girlfriend and hurting his daughter’s wrist will serve time in prison. Jason Lane Kirby recently appeared in the Third District Court of Judge Nena James at a change of plea and sentencing hearing to strangulation of a household member and child abuse and two misdemeanor charges of interference with a peace officer and interference with emergency calls. Kirby pleaded no contest to a felony charge of strangulation of a household member and a misdemeanor charge interference with a peace o...
On Saturday morning I like to sleep in, if my kids allow it, and unwind by watching some TV. Here’s where the problem comes in. All that seems to be on TV on Saturday mornings is crazy informercials about all kinds of products; and frankly these kinds of programs tend to depress me. All they talk about is how you’re too fat and need to take these pills or do this type of exercise to shed the pounds, or how you’re using the wrong shampoo or curling iron and if you switched you would have supermod...
The Golden Hour Senior Center Board decides too much information is not a good thing. During a recent Golden Hour Senior Center board of directors meeting, members of the board discussed the minutes included in the packet. Those minutes were from a lengthy October meeting where the public tried to comment on a trespassing order placed against one of the center’s former employees. At that meeting, numerous residents tried to address the board. The October minutes also included two presentations about Roberts Rules of Order from members of the Yo...
Sweetwater County School District No. 2 teachers were busy finding new and creative ways to celebrate Thanksgiving. Harrison Elementary School first-grade teachers Phyllis Timmons, Teesa Yacco, Jolene Schnackenberg, Carrie Gross and Emily Sorensen came up with a unique way for their kids to think about the holiday. The students made turkeys with signs that said "Just say no." Since turkey is what is traditionally served on Thanksgiving Day, students were encouraged to write a persuasive...
For the last 25 years, the Green River Collegiate Chorale has performed under the direction of Marlys Ciscar. This is about to change when Ciscar retires at the end of the season. Ciscar received a degree in elementary education and a composite degree in music from Dickinson State University in Dickinson, N.D. She taught in Nevada, prior to coming to Wyoming. Ciscar said she decided to retire because it is time, but that doesn't make it any easier. "I have very mixed emotions. I will miss all of...
While many residents are busy preparing for Thanksgiving, some are struggling to figure out what they are going to eat. Thanks to the Food Bank of Sweetwater County’s Green River Pantry, those who are in need will not have to worry bout going hungry this Thanksgiving. Executive Director Kathy Siler said she has ordered 200 turkeys, which will be delivered and passed out Thursday at the Green River facility. “We are still trying to raise money to pay for those,” Siler said. The food bank has to preorder the turkeys; and the number ordered is ba...
It is no surprise to employees at the Sweetwater County Child Developmental Center that children learn through play. This may be one of the reasons it has been hosting Family Fridays once a month at is facility. Last Friday, CDC students and their parents and siblings were invited to the center to participate in Sensory Day. Participants made their way from activity to activity learning how to use a different sense. The first stop on the sensory journey was painting. Students were encouraged to...
If the crowds were any indication, then it was obvious the Golden Hour Senior Center's Christmas Craft Fair was a success. Both Friday and Saturday the center was over flowing with people trying to get a head start on Christmas shopping. The center raised $7,643.38. "It went really well," executive director Beth Whitman said. "We were really pleased." Whitman said the vendors attending the event told her this craft fair is one of their favorites. Activities director Megan Brown said the vendors...
This past weekend the Green River High School Speech and Debate novice team had a chance to show just what it could do. The team traveled to Cheyenne to compete in a novices only competition and came out on top of the other nine teams at the tournament. The novice team is comprised of 29 members, while 51 are on the varsity team. A total of 80 GRHS students are on this year’s team, 19 freshmen, 24 sophomores, 12 juniors and 22 seniors, marking them a force to be reckoned with. Coach Dan Parson said the students in the competition debated a w...
It’s been weeks since the vandalism of a SW-WRAP bus, but the case is believed to have been solved. Green River Police detective Luke Benson said the SW-WRAP bus was not the only item vandalized around that time and due to nature of the crime, they were able to tie it and a few other cases together. The detective work resulted in two juveniles being accused of the crimes. The case has been handed over to the Sweetwater County Attorney’s Office. The bus, which was parked near SW-WRAP’s building, had damage to each of its windows. Many of the w...
For several years, I have covered the Veterans Day Tribute at Lincoln Middle School. Every year, I listen to beautiful songs performed by the Monroe Intermediate School choir and LMS band. I also watch the Boy Scouts perform the empty chair ceremony and listen to presentations. Though all of this is touching, what gets me every year is the video playing of soldiers in war. The sad music played with it doesn’t help much. Each year, I try to remain an objective reporter and emotionally remove m...
In a packed Lincoln Middle School auditorium, residents and students honored local veterans. Once again, Monroe Intermediate School students gathered for a common goal -- to honor local veterans. Students in MIS's morning choir sang four songs, while the LMS band performed three songs. During the program, Green River Mayor Hank Castillon read the President's Veterans Day proclamation, followed by a skit by MIS students called "Who is a Veteran?" Guest speakers Chief Gene Bates of the United...
For the second year in a row, the Golden Hour Senior Center will host a Christmas Craft Fair. "We are sold out. We have over 70 tables," GHSC executive director Beth Whitman said. Residents attending the fair can expect to find a little bit of everything. From crafts, candles and jewelry to jellies, jams and baked goods. Whitman believes the craft fair will be the kick off to the holiday season; and is hoping many residents will take advantage and find a one-of-a-kind unique gift at the fair. Th...
In a dominant fashion, the Green River High School Speech and Debate Team kicked off the season with its first win. The team did not have to travel far because the tournament was in Rock Springs. Thirteen schools, including one from Idaho, were in attendance. The team came out on top with 170 points, the second place team had a total of 86 points. “We had many students in finals and several first-place finishes,” head coach Carina Stulken said. The team saw its biggest competition from Hig...
Just how much can one pack into a shoebox? This is something Mindy France, Operation Christmas Child Collection Center Coordinator for southwest Wyoming is all too familiar with. For several years, France has helped out with the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child program. Since 1993, OCC has been sending and distributing shoe-box gifts to children in need around the world. More than 80 million boxes in 130 countries have been distributed to children in need. This year, Samaritan’s Pur...
The clock tower project has really taken some big steps toward completion. During the last three weeks, residents driving or walking down Flaming Gorge Way may have noticed a significant change to the clock-tower area. For a long time, the area remained a dirt lot after it was dug up for the changes. The project, which was supposed to be completed in the summer, hit a few minor snags. These have been taken care of and the project is nearing completion. Sod, decorative rocks, running water, benches and shrubs are now in place. “We’re pretty muc...
During an election year, I do my homework. You won’t see me at the voting booth with a “I’m not sure” look on my face. No way. I study the candidates like I am getting ready to take the ACTs. To me, an influential person is an informed person. Yes. I read all of the articles on the candidate forums in the Green River Star, but I don’t stop there. I Google them and read about the candidates as much as I can. When they are national or state candidates I tune into Wyoming PBS to see what they have...
The Green River Speech and Debate team members may not have had as much time to prepare as they would have liked, but they are still setting their sights on a first-place finish. The team’s first tournament will take place close to home at the Rock Springs High School. Eleven teams from Wyoming and Idaho are scheduled to compete in this weekend’s tourney. “The great thing about starting the season in Rock Springs is that it is so close that parents are able to attend and see what exactly it is that we do,” head coach Carina Stulken said. “It is...
