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The condition of Green River’s streets continues to degrade while money to mitigate degradation has evaporated over the years. Many streets in Green River have degraded over the past decade. Mark Westenskow, public works director for the city, said street crews have done what they can with the budget they’re given, but they’re falling behind. “We’re falling further and further behind with streets,” he said. As communities start putting together lists of needed projects for an upcoming ba...
JACKSON — In a world of rapid sharing online, the Wyoming Legislature is considering a bill that may protect those charged with a crime from the harsh court of public opinion. State lawmakers heard testimony Monday on a proposed law that would prohibit the release of mug shots unless the person was convicted. The bill is being sponsored by Rep. Chad Banks, a Democrat from Sweetwater County. “This bill is not meant to disparage law enforcement or their efforts in any way,” Banks said when introducing the bill. “Citizens in my county are really...
Ruth Anne Parson, 82, passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, February 17th, 2022 at Mission at Castle Rock in Green River, Wyoming. She was a resident of Wyoming for the last 5 years and a former resident of Isle, Minnesota. "Ruthie" was born August 3rd, 1939 in Starbuck Minnesota; daughter of William Smedstead and Gladys Lida. A proud small town farm girl to her core, she never strayed far from the lessons of her upbringing. Love God, work hard, use good manners, be...
Nathaniel Gunter, 46, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He died following a sudden illness. Nathaniel was a resident of Green River, Wyoming for the past two years and a former resident of Santa Monica California. He was born May 4, 1975 in Eugene, Oregon; the son of Christopher Samuel Bowen and Dora Gunter. Nathaniel attended schools in California. He worked for Super 8 for one year as a Maintenance Man. Nathaniel loved s...
Green River Police Department reports for Feb. 14 At 6:24 p.m., Animal Control Officers responded to a report of two dogs running around. Officers impounded the dogs at the Animal Control Shelter and later issued citations to the owner, Elysha Dean, of Green River, for alleged nuisance animal and animal at large. Feb. 15 At 12:31 p.m., officers responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Uinta Drive. It was reported one vehicle was traveling in the right southbound lane and a second vehicle was traveling behind the first vehicle. As...
After more than one year out of office, former President Donald Trump raised eyebrows earlier this week when he complimented Russian President Vladimir Putin for action the government has taken towards Ukraine. “I went in yesterday and there was a television screen and I said ‘This is genius,’” Trump said on a right-wing radio show Tuesday. “Putin declares a big portion of the Ukraine ... as independent. Oh that’s wonderful.” Russia isn’t an ally of the United States and non-Russian intelligence from several countries including the United Stat...
Amongst the culinary delights of the world, the durian fruit is likely one of the more bizarre and polarizing. Trees producing the fruit are found in Southeast Asia, with the fruit being described by some as the “king of fruit.” The thorny rind contains creamy, custard-like flesh that is used in a variety of desserts throughout the region or simply eaten by itself. Its smell is something else entirely and is the main aspect of the fruit’s polarizing reputation. According to the durian fruit...
A well-known fairy tale is coming to life in a new and fun way with Western Wyoming Community College's latest theatrical production, "Once Upon a Mattress." In this musical, the classic story of "The Princess and the Pea" by Hans Christian Anderson is retold in a story that's upbeat, sweet and silly. In putting on this light-hearted show, Director Eric de Lora decided to lean into the silliness. "We had a lot of fun with it," de Lora said. With jazzy tunes and clever lyrics, the music itself...
Sweetwater County residents have the chance to create a unique and practical work of art and show they care for the community by supporting the YWCA of Sweetwater County through Bowls of Caring painting parties. The YWCA is hosting multiple open painting parties over the next several weeks, including a party this Saturday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Golden Hour Senior Center. Anyone who wants to can stop in to paint a bowl — no preparation, training or materials needed. “We bring everyth...
The Green River High School boys swim team headed to Gillette for the state competition last weekend and came home with a fourth-place finish and a strong showing from the diving team. Wolves' divers topped the leaderboard in diving. Braxton Cordova was the diving state champion for the second year in a row, taking first with a score of 447.40. Fellow Wolves Kyle Kight and River Kirts took second and third place respectively. "Those guys have just been battling out and pushing each other all...
With three regional champs in their fold, a team of 15 wrestlers will travel to the state wrestling tournament in Casper to take on the best wrestlers in 3A. The team took second at Regionals over the weekend, falling behind the Star Valley squad that clenched the regional title. Those taking regional titles were Zach Weipert, Kale Knezovich and Connor Todd. Wrestlers placing at the competition were Deylin Miller taking second, Spencer Wright, James Herwaldt and Jaxxon Gomez taking third and...
Being the top ranked team in their quad and the second ranked team in the 4A West, Green River High School’s varsity boys basketball team seeks to keep the train rolling as they head to the regional tournament next week. Last week, the boys took on the Red Devils in Evanston and left with a 73-45 win. The boys’ winning ways continued at home Saturday, when the team took down the Jackson Hole Broncs 69-49. Head coach Laurie Ivie attributes the boys success with being able to play consistent bas...
The Green River High School girls basketball team is moving up in conference competition, getting two more wins last weekend. First the Lady Wolves fought for a close win over Evanston last Thursday, coming out on top in a 43-41 finish. The competition stayed neck-and-neck for the first two quarters. Green River began to pull ahead in the third quarter and early fourth quarter when Evanston began to close the gap. Towards the end Green River struggled with turning the ball over and missing some...
