Articles written by Trina Brittain


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  • Community shows support for parents suing SCSD1

    Tyler Johnson and Trina Brittain, Rocket Miner Via Wyoming News Exchange|May 18, 2023

    ROCK SPRINGS — Sweetwater County residents attended Monday’s Sweetwater County School District No. 1 Board of Trustees meeting and spoke out in support of Sean and Ashley Willey, the couple suing the school district for concealing information regarding the social transition of their child. As the meeting got started and the central administration building began to fill up with people, board of trustees chairman Carol Jelaco made a statement regarding the lawsuit, since it has been a hot topic around the state and even the national media. “We...

  • Never forget: Local firefighters recall 'the darkest day' in America

    Trina Brittain, Rocket Miner Via Wyoming News Exchange|Sep 1, 2022

    ROCK SPRINGS - Every year, thousands of participants across America walk, climb and run to remember those who sacrificed their lives to save others on Sept. 11, 2001. In Rock Springs, firefighters are hosting the 2022 Walk the Rock, 9/11 Memorial Climb. According to Kelly Mathis, captain of the Rock Springs Fire Department, the twin towers at the World Trade Center each had 110 floors and 2071 steps. "We want to keep doing this for community involvement," said Mathis. "Members of the community...