Articles from the May 27, 2015 edition
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Tourism board seeks more visitors
November 2014 marked a resident-voted change in Sweetwater County; the raise in Sweetwater County’s lodging tax. With the raise in lodging tax from 2 percent to 3 percent, the travel and tourism board is able to implement a more extensive marketing...
Fontenelle incident revisited
Fifty years ago, a disaster was averted that could have significantly impacted the City of Green River. The Fontenelle Dam, completed in 1964, had sprung a leak that threatened the town and the ranches and homes located down river from the...
Students leave school for summer
The lyric's of Alice Cooper's song come to mind this time of year. "School's out for summer, school's out forever." For many, school is not out forever but they will surely make the most of their...
Not guilty plea entered on sex abuse charges
By STEPHANIE THOMPSON People Editor A man accused of trying to sexually assault a 12-year-old girl pleaded not guilty to four felony charges. Kasey D. Manley, 22, of Green River, recently appeared in the Third District Court of Judge Nena James at...
New business brings vapor to GR
There is a new business in town, Vape 307, located at 340 E. Flaming Gorge Way. Vape 307 meets the rising electronic cigarette needs for Green River residents and others alike, selling mods, e-cigerattes and juices. “We sell anything vape...
James Carl Luckey
James Carl Luckey, 75, of Rock Springs, passed away at his home May 21, 2015. A longtime resident of Rock Springs, Luckey passed away following a brief illness. He was born on Nov. 12, 1939 in...
Joan Marie Barker
Joan Marie Barker, 67, of Rock Springs passed away on May 24, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County. A long time resident of Rock Springs, Barker died following an illness of three years....
Vacations can be stressful times
Getting ready for vacation always stresses me out. There is all the added pressure of getting a couple weeks of work done before I go; and making sure the house is not a disaster. Almost every time,...
Graduation isn't that special for some
It’s that time of year when students graduate after long journeys through either high school or college. It’s an important time as youth start their path into adulthood and a new set of burdens...
Audiobooks featured throughout June
June is Audiobook Appreciation Month! If you’ve never listened to an audiobook, this is the month to try one out! June is the month to not only listen to audiobooks but also to tell others how cool they are. The Sweetwater County Library has a...
Letter: America has its own holocaust
Dear Editor, Genocide is taking place, even now, as you read this letter! It is happening right here in our own country. Not just in the Middle East, Africa and Europe. I recently saw the most brutal and shocking photos I have ever seen. These...
Notes from Town Square: Some fun in summertime
Another school year has come to an end and if you are like most parents, you greet the summer season with a mixture of delighted enthusiasm and downright dread as you ponder how to keep the kids busy for the next three months. Long, warm days give...
Our View: Support local events
With the end of the Memorial Day weekend, we can absolutely say summer is here at last. While the regional weather hasn’t been as cooperative as we would have preferred it to be, the almost daily rains will certainly put the Green in Green River...
Former mayor talks about Vietnam War, veterans
The Vietnam War ended 40 years ago last month, but many of the emotional scars still remain. Gen. Hank Castillon, former mayor of Green River, served during the Vietnam War and spoke to residents...
State award-winners announced
Green River students who participated in the Wyoming State Young Authors competition were eagerly waiting for the results since April. The wait came to an end last week when the state winners were announced to the schools, Karen Price, young author c...
Student receives scholarships
As one door in life closes, another is about to open for Laura Harris. Harris, who recently graduated from Green River High School, now has her sights set on attending college and pursing her goals. In the fall, Harris is planning on going to the...
Rust, Love, Givens and Dewey nab 2015 4A All-State honors
The GRHS Track and Field Team had a memorable state meet in Casper last weekend, coming away with four individual all-state awards and five all-state performances. Leading the way was Senior Dylan Rust who captured two individual state championships...
Wolves defeat rivals, sets sights on state
The Green River High School boy's soccer team keeps finding a little magic to pull through and seal a victory. The Wolves picked up two dramatic shootout victories at last weeks' 4A West Regional in...
Ladies focus on physicality
The Green River High School girl’s soccer team quest for a state title will begin Thursday against Laramie. The second seeded Lady Wolves will take on third-seed Laramie (10-4-2) at 11 a.m. at Rock Springs Junior High School. “I think we need to...
Lady Wolves have what it takes to end east streak
It’s time for the eastern side of the state to have a little trouble at the Wyoming 4A State Girl’s Soccer Tournament. During the past five years, the east has swept the west in the first round of the tournament. If there is a team to break the s...
