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Plans for Flaming Gorge Days are moving forward, with several pieces coming together to make one whole event. During Tuesday night's meeting, the Green River City Council approved an agreement to work with Adelska, LLC for Flaming Gorge Days. The agreement is for the Colorado-based entertainment and event-planning company to oversee the concert aspect of the event. The council initially considered a contract with Adelska during the March 5 meeting. Some council members expressed concern about...
While the Wyoming Legislature's 2024 Budget Session officially ended several weeks ago, a series of vetoes from Governor Mark Gordon prompted discussion of a special session. The special session was voted against, however, leaving the legislature finished for now. Overall, many Sweetwater County representatives and local government leaders expressed positive opinions about how this year's legislative session wrapped up. Governor's vetoes While Governor Gordon signed many of the bills presented...
The Green River Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, March 29. First units arrived to the area of N 2nd W Street and Flaming Gorge Way at approximately 7:55 p.m. "Upon arrival, heavy smoke and flames were visible in the interior of the home," the GRFD said. "Engine 2, Engine 22, Tower and approximately 16 firefighters were on scene. Fire crews conducted an offensive interior attack and were able to quickly extinguish the fire." No one was home at... Full story
Kids and families braved the cold and came out in force to Expedition Island last week for an Easter Egg Hunt.... Full story
Sylvester "Vess" Dwight Walker, 79, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side Saturday, March 30, 2024 at his home. He is a 58-year resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming and former resident of Lyman, Wyoming. He died following Advanced Stages of Alzheimer's - Lewy Body Dementia. He was born April 29, 1944 in Evanston, Wyoming; the son of Dwight B. Walker and Mary Louise Byrne. Vess attended schools in Lyman, Wyoming and was a 1962 graduate of Lyman High School. He attended Snow... Full story
Duce Piaia, 97, passed away March 26, 2024 in Scottsdale, Arizona following a brief illness. He was a resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming for 97 years. Mr. Piaia was born July 30, 1926 in Dines, Wyoming; the son of David Piaia and Santa Pianezze Piaia. He attended school in Rock Springs and was a graduate of Rock Springs High School in 1944. Duce then went on to attend the University of Wyoming for four years where he received his degree in Pharmacy. Mr. Piaia joined the Army during World War II... Full story
Charlene Grissom, 82, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 31, 2024 surrounded by her loving family at her home. She was a long-time resident of Rock Springs, Wyoming. She died following a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born July 23, 1941 in Rock Springs, Wyoming; the daughter of Charles David Beard and Alice Marie Greaver. Mrs. Grissom attended schools in Farson, Wyoming and was a 1959 graduate of Farson-Eden High School. She married the love of her life Jerry R. Grissom August 18, 1967... Full story
Mary Ruth Hardy, age 83, passed away on Friday, March 22nd, 2024 in SLC, Utah. Mary was born in Merrill, Wisconsin on October 13, 1940. She was one of six children born to Ruth Deloris Streich and Aurthur Gilbert Peters. She attended public schools in Merrill, and later graduated from Merrill High School. She then went on to attend College at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. She graduated from Wyoming Community College with an associates degree in Business. In her younger years Mary... Full story
Vasco Gene Walton, 90, passed away march 27, 2024. He was a resident of Rock Springs and a former resident of Evanston, Wyoming. He was born July 25, 1933; the son of Vasco Walton and Shone Gallegos. Gene attended school in Evanston, Wyoming and graduated from Evanston High School in 1952. He enlisted in the Air Force and was a Veteran of the Korean War, serving from 1952 to 1956. Gene married the love of his life, Connie June Roberts November 1, 1958 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He worked as a... Full story
Margaret Ann Bettolo, 93, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024 at her home in Rock Springs, Wyoming following a lengthy illness. She was a life-long resident of Wyoming. Margaret was born February 16, 1931 in Superior, Wyoming; the daughter of Richard Arkle and Ruth Johnson. She attended schools in Wyoming and was a 1949 graduate of Superior High School. Margaret married Robert Bettolo June 12, 1955 in Superior, Wyoming; he preceded her in death April 6, 2020 in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Mrs.... Full story
Crew Leonard Barnum, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024 at University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah surrounded by his family. He was born March 19, 2024 in Rock Springs, Wyoming; the son of Charles Anthony Barnum and Ashley Nicole Smalstig Barnum. Survivors include his parents, Charlie and Ashley Barnum of Rock Springs; one sister, Charlee Grace Barnum; paternal grandparents, Charles and Jodi Barnum of Rock Springs; maternal grandparents, Mike and Fran Romango of Green River,... Full story
While a majority of the senate voted for a special session, a majority of the Wyoming House voted against. As a result, taxpayers will be spared the likely $700,000 expense of a 20-day special session in 2024. We take pride in Wyoming’s history of a citizen legislature, deeply rooted in its connection to the people and in stark contrast to a professional political class. Safeguarding this institution is paramount and more important than any single bill. The prospect of a third special session in four years presented significant practical c... Full story
Acknowledging receipt of Governor Mark Gordon’s veto letters addressed to him in his capacity as Wyoming Secretary of State and in accordance with Article 4, Section 8 of the Wyoming State Constitution, Secretary Chuck Gray issued a response noting his disagreement with many of the vetoes in a letter. “While acknowledging receipt of these vetoes, our republic is built on discourse and debate,” Secretary Gray said. “In this vein, I wanted to respond to some of the points made in your letters that I disagree with as well as express disagre... Full story
Green River Police Department reports for March 22 At 10:53 a.m., officers responded to a report of a bus light violation, which occurred on March 21. Officers gathered information, met with the driver, and issued a citation for alleged meeting or passing a stopped school bus to Braxton Haws. At 11:09 a.m., officers responded to a report of a traffic offense. At 12:37 p.m., officers responded to a report of a nuisance. At 1:13 p.m., officers responded to a report of trespassing. At 2:19 p.m.,... Full story
The Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office is again warning the public to be aware of and not fall for scams that claim to be from the sheriff's office and demand payment. "We continue to receive multiple daily reports of people falling victim to rampant 'jury duty' and 'warrant' phone scams," the sheriff's office reported in a statement. With these fraudulent calls, scammers claim to be someone from the sheriff's office, using the name of an actual employee, demanding payment for outstanding arrest... Full story
The sky was overcast and the air was cold when a small group of veterans, supporters, and workers gathered on the morning of Good Friday to place the second columbarium for veterans in place at Riverview Cemetery. The columbarium was covered in tarps on the back of a semi truck, with a crane from the John Bunning Transfer Co. nearby. Those standing by waited patiently while steel plates were brought in to put under the crane so it wouldn't sink into the dirt as it lifted the 18,000-pound... Full story
GHSC is teaming up with the Green River High School Theater Department to present a night of mystery with “The Storybook Reunion Murders” at 5 p.m. Friday, April 19. The GRHS theater department said “This unique event will feature a compelling storyline, talented actors, and an interactive experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.” The murder mystery dinner will help raise money for both the senior center and the theater department. The dinner menu will include chicken cordon bleu, rice pilaf, roasted broccol... Full story
April is a month full of awareness and recognition for important causes, organizations, and groups of people. On Tuesday, April 2, both the Green River City Council and the Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners shared proclamations recognizing National Library Week, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, Child Abuse Awareness Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. National Library Week is April 7-13, and it recognizes libraries as playing a critical role in communities and...
The Green River Police Department has a new Patrol Sergeant. Sergeant Gary Frey was recently promoted to the position. A pinning ceremony for Sergeant Frey took place during the April 2 City Council meeting. GRPD Chief Sean Sturlaugson explained that the recent promotion of Brad Halter to Captain opened up a sergeant position. The department did a few weeks of testing and had seven candidates apply for the position. While the choice of the new sergeant was competitive, as all the candidates... Full story
The Green River Wolves Soccer team hosted their first home game of the season against the Pinedale Wranglers last Thursday. Green River dominated the first half of the game, scoring two goals while Pinedale was unable to get on the scoreboard. During the second half, Green River scored another three goals while Pinedale scored one goal. The Wolves celebrated a victorious conference win against the Wranglers with a final score of 5-1. Leading the team were Guy Grace, Jaxon Morris, Irie Kuball, Iz... Full story
The Green River High School Girls Soccer team started their regular season off on the right foot with a big win over Pinedale at home. The Lady Wolves took on the Pinedale Wranglers Thursday afternoon. Green River was able to get ahead early in the game and never slowed down, ultimately winning 13-1. Head Coach Matthew Robles explained that the game went the way they hoped since they got ahead early and kept pressure on the other team. He added that they wanted the first conference game to make... Full story
The Green River Wolves Softball team hosted their first home games of the season last Thursday against the Rock Springs Tigers. It's always an exciting game to watch when the two rivalry teams go head-to-head. During the first game, Green River didn't score in the first two innings and Rock Springs had the lead 4-0. In the third inning, Izzy Kelley hit an inside-the-park home run, which brought in three runs. Green River scored four more runs, taking the lead away from Rock Springs. In the...
POWELL - Kendell Cummings isn't sure what he'll do when he returns home after graduating from Northwest College, but he'll be taking a rare medal with him when he goes. The Trapper wrestler who grabbed a grizzly bear by the ear to save his friend has now been honored for his heroism. He was recently announced as one of the latest group of heroes who will receive the Carnegie Medal for Heroism, North America's highest honor for civilian heroism. The medal is given to U.S. and Canadian citizens...
SHERIDAN — Starting July 1, gender-affirming care for minors will be banned in Wyoming. While signing the bill, Gov. Mark Gordon was critical because the bill may contradict other bills passed by the Legislature to enhance parental rights in education. “I signed SF99 because I support the protections this bill includes for children, however it is my belief that the government is straying into the personal affairs of families,” Gordon said in a statement. “Our legislature needs to sort out its intentions with regard to parental rights. While i...
POWELL — Speaking to a crowd of Powell area residents on Thursday, U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) tamped down hopes for many legislative victories this year. With Democrats controlling the Senate and White House, Hageman indicated that she and the GOP face an uphill battle on everything from boosting American energy production to ousting Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to delisting the Yellowstone region’s grizzly bears. However, if Republicans make gains in the upcoming election, “what we have done is we have set ourse...
