Fight leads to felony charge

A sibling fight leads to a felony charge for the sister involved.

Misty R. Mares, 25, of Green River appeared in the Third District Court of Judge Richard Lavery at an arraignment to aggravated assault and battery. She pleaded not guilty to the felony; and a jury trial has been scheduled to take place March 13, 2017.

If found guilty, Misty could face a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000.

According to court documents, on Aug. 17, 2016, officers responded to the Flaming Gorge Motel to check on a domestic dispute report.

After arriving, officers spoke with Mis...