Matriarch of Cheyenne Newspaper Family Dies Aug 14, 2008
She also served on the corporate boards of the Rawlins Daily Times, the Daily Rocket-Miner in Rock Springs and the Northern Wyoming Daily News in Worland. The McCraken family has an ownership interest in all three newspapers and a controlling interest in the Rawlins and Worland newspapers. (MediaWeek.com)
Estimates of heating costs this coming winter Aug 14, 2008
com - Rapid City, South Dakota's News Leader. Thursday, August 14, 2008. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Touring the old-fashioned way Aug 13, 2008
- Associated Press/Rawlins Daily Times photo. By JANICE KURBJUN, Rawlins Daily Times an AP Member Exchange. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Cancer Society's 'Fight Back Express' makes pit stop in Casper Aug 13, 2008
Lesa Vasquez, of Rawlins, made the trip to Casper to sign the 40 foot long bus signed by hundreds of people supporting the fight to cure cancer Tuesday night at Lansing Field. Photo by Tim Kupsick, Star-Tribune. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyo. inmate dies in Newcastle Aug 10, 2008
An inmate at the state prison in Rawlins died last Tuesday following an extended illness. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Tick fever reported in county Aug 7, 2008
Published: Wednesday, August 6, 2008 12:45 PM MDT RAWLINS Rocky Mountain spotted fever has been detected in scattered areas across the state this summer, according to Wyoming Department of Health data. Last year, there were 11 cases of the disease carried by ticks in Wyoming in Carbon, Crook, Laramie, Lincoln, Sweetwater and Campbell counties. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Games are a hit with inmates Aug 7, 2008
Information from: Rawlins Daily Times. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Utah woman killed in I-80 crash (124) Jul 31, 2008
According to a release from the highway patrol, Vicki McMorrow, 60, of Rawlins was riding her motorcycle on the highway with two other motorcyclists, heading eastbound on a straight portion of road. The release states the McMorrows bike went off the road and went over an asphalt curve. (Green River Star, WY)
Billionaires bank on Wyo wind Jul 31, 2008
There are some 30 wind energy proposals in south-central Wyoming in addition to Power Company of Wyoming's 2,000-megawatt Chokecherry and Sierra Madre Wind Energy Project southeast of Rawlins, according to Wyoming BLM spokesman Bruce Collins. A study released this week by independent electrical transmission developer National Grid suggests there are only two ways to meet growing demand for renewable energy in the Desert Southwest: solar panels near load-demand metropolitan areas, and large-scale... (Casper Star-Tribune)
Anschutz takes over Wyo. power line project Jul 30, 2008
Anschutz recently applied for a permit to build 1,000 wind turbines near Rawlins in the southern Wyoming, where the power line would be located. Until now, the TransWest project had involved the Arizona Public Service Co., the Wyoming Infrastructure Authority and National Grid, a British utility company. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Business briefs Jul 27, 2008
Microtel opens Rawlins hotel. A Microtel Inn s hotel has opened at 812 Locust St. in Rawlins, the first such property in the state ... The hotel is owned by the Wyoming-based partnerships Rawhide Group and Rawlins Hotel Group, and is managed by Omni Hospitality of Medina, Ohio. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Paramedic gets $250,000, apology from Rawlins Jul 24, 2008
Paramedic gets 250,000, apology from Rawlins ... A paramedic learned to deal with sexual assaults by a former Rawlins police captain when she was a teenager by going to a place where it didn't hurt so much ... Faber, now 27, settled a federal civil rights lawsuit with the city of Rawlins and Adam "Lee" Meacham for 250,000. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
COWBOY SPORTS NETWORK AFFILIATES Jul 13, 2008
KRAL (AM) 1240 Rawlins, Wyo. KVOW (AM) 1450 Riverton, Wyo. (Wyomingathletics.com)
Land of lore: History and legend survive around Ovando Jul 7, 2008
In the late 1970s, a 90-year-old man in Copenhaver's hunting camp told of playing in the streets of Rawlins, Wyo. as a small boy when Cassidy's gang came to town. (Missoulian, MT)
New Rawlins reservoir needed Jun 24, 2008
RAWLINS (AP) -- A study has recommended replacing a Rawlins reservoir that leaks about 200,000 gallons of water a day. WWC Engineering, which looked at the city's projected water needs during the next 50 years, recommended replacing the leaky Atlantic Rim reservoir and building a new, 644-acre-foot reservoir next to the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant south of Rawlins ... The overall goal of the water study, which was funded by a grant from the Water Development Commission, is to ensure... (Casper Star-Tribune)
Saratoga mourns fallen soldier Jun 24, 2008
"It was something he was passionate about," Kristy Pickett said in a story in Tuesday editions of the Rawlins Daily Times ... Information from: Rawlins Daily Times. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Teton Reservoir to be stocked with fish for summer Jun 18, 2008
The BLM's petition reverses a decision the federal agency made last month not to stock the small reservoir about 13 miles south of Rawlins ... But fishermen protested the decision and officials in the BLM's Rawlins office agreed to stock fish that are "catchable," or big enough to eat ... Collins said the BLM has been studying the reservoir and discussing options for managing it with state and federal officials, as well as the city of Rawlins and the rancher who owns senior water rights. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Wyoming DOC extends prison health care contract Jun 17, 2008
Anne Cybulski-Sandlian, the department's health services manager, said Prison Health Services staffs infirmaries around the clock with medical professionals at the state penitentiary in Rawlins and the Women's Center at Lusk. At the minimum-security institutions, including the Honor Farm in Riverton and the Conservation Camp in Newcastle, Prison Health Services operates medical clinics, but there are no inpatient infirmaries on site. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Casper briefs Jun 12, 2008
The state Corrections Department said an inmate convicted in Natrona County died at the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins. The agency said George Vernal Rice, 58, died Wednesday at the prison and had been ill for a long time. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Officials lay out power line project Jun 10, 2008
The next meeting is today in Rawlins at the Jeffrey Center, 315 W. Pine St.. A meeting will be held Wednesday in Rock Springs at the BLM Field Office, 280 Hwy. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Obituaries for Sunday, June 8, 2008 Jun 8, 2008
She was a licensed minister with the Wyoming District of the Assemblies of God and was a capable teacher and often filled the pulpit in the various Assemblies of God churches she served alongside her husband at Lander, Rawlins, Worland, Jackson and Buffalo, Wyoming. She was invited many times to minister in churches of other denominations. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Crash kills Casper man (1644) Jun 4, 2008
Smith was taken to Memorial Hospital of Carbon County in Rawlins for treatment. Both she and Felstet were wearing helmets. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Event marks end of DeLozier's time with food bank Jun 3, 2008
Rawlins: Huckleberry. s Espresso, Inc., 509 W. Cedar St.. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Eat out to end hunger Tuesday Jun 1, 2008
Rawlins: Huckleberry's Espresso, Inc., 509 W. Cedar St.. Riverton: The Breadboard, 124 E. Washington. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
A four-lane Highway 59? May 24, 2008
n Highway 220: About nine miles between Casper and Rawlins ... - Casper to Rawlins: Highway 220 and North U.S. Highway 287 ... - Casper to Rawlins: Highway 220 and North U.S. Highway 287. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Many sectors feel wage pressure May 18, 2008
Vince Vandiver of Energy Construction in Rawlins said competition from the energy industry has "kind of forced our hand. The only thing we have going for us is not all these fields fit the guys right, as far as schedules and shift work and having families. I've got some younger guys and they want to be with their families.". Wage increases in Carbon County have not been limited to construction. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Answer Girl: Wyoming wind woes May 6, 2008
Day pointed to Laramie, Rawlins and Elk Mountain as examples of windier places than Casper. The I-80 corridor is one of the worst areas in the state because it goes through the biggest gap in the Rocky Mountain range. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Lake activity should please competitors May 2, 2008
Mark Rawlins of Lincolnton, Ga. and Tony, Jennifer and Amber Johnson of Savannah caught 32 nice hybrids and stripers. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Police arrest man in shooting, chase (12) Apr 20, 2008
DAKOTA wrote on Apr 18, 2008 5:25 AM:" GOSH, MORE OIL PATCH TRASH OUT DOING THEIR PART TO MAKE CASPER A WONDERFUL PLACE TO LIVE. I sure don't remember things like this ever happening in Casper before this boom began. I'm thankful no innocent and law abidding residents were hurt while this drug-deal-gone-bad was going down at 4:00 AM. I guess this is the kind of stuff we have to put up with from these fine people who are out here working so hard to make America safe and pay all the taxes in... (Casper Star-Tribune)
Letter to BLM: 'Whoa, slow down' (1026) Apr 12, 2008
25 wrote on Apr 11, 2008 4:29 PM:" There is no way that the emissions from drilling are the cause. If you use your brain you would realize that more emissions are produced on I80 or even in a town the size of Rawlins from cars than all of the rigs, frac fleets, and energy employee pickups can produce. Idiots. ". Submit a Comment. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Post-delisting wolf kills begin (1585) Apr 12, 2008
Tguide wrote on Apr 7, 2008 7:48 AM:" DewD: I'd like to know where you got your information on the Werner Ranch synario! Just what do you know about that? I was one of the Fish and Wildlife Service Biologist working on that sheep/predator study in and around Rawlins, Wamsutter, and on down to Baggs and up on the Little Sandstone in the Sierra Madres. I know a great deal about this issue. But, he wasn't killing thousands of Bald eagles, they were mostly goldens. Goldens are the true predatory... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Income gap widens in Wyo Apr 11, 2008
Little Ronnie wrote on Apr 9, 2008 8:11 PM:" Hey Bull $#)+, if you really earned a hundred grand and only took home 50% of it, then I'd say you don't have enough deductions or aren't smart enough to take advantage of them. More than likely you're full of your namesake. BULL is right, the rich have been sticking it to the poor and the working class in this state since July 10, 1890 and it ain't gonna change because this is a right-to-work-for-less state run by the Republicans. And the Repubs are... (Casper Star-Tribune)
Researcher searches for cause of Red Rim elk deaths Apr 10, 2008
Becky Dailey, a doctoral student who works at the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory in Laramie, is investigating why elk died in the area south of Rawlins both this year and in 2004 ... Information from: Rawlins Daily Times. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Men face charges in Evansville shooting Apr 9, 2008
DAKOTA wrote on Apr 3, 2008 6:32 AM:" Looks like another fine import to Wyoming who works the oil patch to provide Wyoming with all that tax money that benefits us all. Too bad we're going to be paying some of that tax money back to keep his sorry butt in Rawlins for the next 50 years. Big man with a gun won't be so big when he gets inside the walls of the pen. Too bad we can't give him the chair to save us money in the long run and to send a message to any one else who thinks they're 10 feet... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Rawlins launches search for new city manager Apr 8, 2008
- The Rawlins City Council is starting the search for a new city manager following last week's firing of former city manager Dave Derragon ... Information from: Rawlins Daily Times. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Probe finds uranium mine violations (20) Apr 6, 2008
Dozens of new players intend to open production from Rawlins to the Gas Hills to the Powder River Basin and into the extreme northeast corner of the state. The in-situ mining process involves a series of closely spaced wells that flush uranium material through water aquifers. (Casper Star-Tribune)
Man faces vehicular homcide charges in woman’s death Apr 6, 2008
Prosecutor William V. Eichelberger said Friday that Noller has returned to his home in Wamsutter after an extensive stay at the Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, and that he is undergoing physical therapy in Rawlins. It may take two to four months for Noller to be physically capable of being brought to Gillette to face charges, Eichelberger said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Clinton Hints She'll Try to Convert Obama's Delegates Muslim Inmates Sue Over Mealtime Apr 4, 2008
The ACLU filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court on behalf of Joseph Miller and Hurie Purdiman Jr., two inmates serving time at the penitentiary in Rawlins. At issue is an alleged "20-minute rule" requiring inmates to eat their meals within 20 minutes after the food is delivered to a cell or common dining area, the lawsuit said. (Fox News)
Interstate 80 reopens (913) Apr 3, 2008
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has reopened both lanes of Interstate 80 between Laramie and Rawlins, WYDOT said in a 1:30 p.m. release. Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers were escorting the traffic to ensure it maintains a safe speed through the highway section. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyoming moves inmates to Virginia prisons Apr 1, 2008
The Wyoming inmates were sent both from the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins as well as the private North Fork Correctional Facility in Sayre, Okla ... The ACLU has represented Wyoming inmates against the state in federal litigation over conditions at the state prison in Rawlins. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Snowy weather causes crashes on Wyoming highways Apr 1, 2008
Interstate 80 in both directions between Laramie and Rawlins was to remain closed until Tuesday morning, the patrol said. Westbound lanes from Laramie to Cheyenne were also closed for part of the day Monday. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Prosecutor won't seek death penalty again in Harlow retrial Mar 29, 2008
County Attorney Cindy Lynn DeLancey said Friday she cannot comment on the factors that led her to decide against seeking the death penalty against inmate James Harlow, who had been convicted of killing a prison guard at the state penitentiary in Rawlins. DeLancey said Harlow will be arraigned April 15 on a new charge of premeditated felony murder in connection with the 1997 stabbing death of Cpl. Wayne Martinez. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Man faces assault charges Mar 26, 2008
JustMovedBack wrote on Mar 25, 2008 3:38 PM:" oldmunchkin, sounds like you are living in Rawlins, or some god forsaken place like that eh? ". Submit a Comment. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
West Belt Loop project moves forward Mar 22, 2008
"You're actually connecting (Highway) 220, which is Rawlins, with the road that goes to Shoshoni and Thermopolis, with I-25," Sherwood said. "And you're getting it away from too many residential areas.". (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Enzi's healthcare tour visits Casper Mar 20, 2008
began promoting the plan in Wyoming on Monday as part of his "10 Steps, 10 Stops" tour, which also included stops in Cheyenne, Rawlins, Rock Springs, Pinedale, Lander, Worland, Lovell, Lusk and Gillette. A member of the health, education, labor and pensions committee, Enzi said that he's working to get recognition for the importance of healthcare. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Trial for 15-year-old accused of killing mother to begin Monday Mar 16, 2008
In an affidavit filed in support of the charges, Wyoming State Trooper Jason Caudill said the Mustang was spotted traveling 125 mph Friday morning on Interstate 80 between Rawlins and Rock Springs. Grandon managed to swerve around one police road block in Solie's stolen Mustang before crashing into Caudill's patrol car at a second one. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Enzi will bring his health care reform plan to Gillette next week Mar 15, 2008
He will speak in Cheyenne, Rawlins, Rock Springs and Pinedale on Monday. On Tuesday, he will be in Lander, Worland and Lovell. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
A ward of the state: Habitual felon faces another 12 1/2 to 16 years in prison Mar 2, 2008
While he was in the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins, he also had short stays at the Wyoming Honor Farm in Riverton, the Wyoming Conservation Camp and the Casper Re-Entry Center ... The Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins will be his home for the next 12 1/2 to 16 years. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wrestling: third-, fifth-place results Feb 24, 2008
Derrick Penman, Rawlins (no score immediately available) ... 285: Ryley Dawson, Rawlins, dec. Brandon Green, Mountain View, 6-4. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyoming critical of investigation into inmate's beating Feb 20, 2008
His lawsuit forced security improvements at the state penitentiary in Rawlins. Last summer, U.S. District Judge Clarence Brimmer of Cheyenne ended five years of federal oversight of the Rawlins prison, which stemmed from the ACLU's lawsuit ... Although conditions have improved in Rawlins, Pevar said he's received complaints about assaults against Wyoming inmates at the Oklahoma prison. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Federal judge orders new trial in death penalty case Feb 16, 2008
The judge accepted Harlow's claim that he didn't get a fair trial before being sentenced to death in the stabbing death of Cpl. Wayne Martinez at the state penitentiary in Rawlins. In a 230-page ruling, Brimmer stated that Harlow was denied a fair trial in state court because conflicts between his original lawyer, Keith Goody, and the former state public defender Sylvia Hackl. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Crime was 'unnecessarily torturous' Feb 6, 2008
James Martin Harlow is serving the death penalty for the 1997 murder of Cpl. Wayne Martinez, a guard in the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins. A Sweetwater County judge gave Harlow the death sentence in 1998. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Eastern Wyoming I-80 Reopens, Central Closes Feb 1, 2008
Roads were reopened as of 3 p.m. in time for the Rock Springs to Rawlins leg to close at 4:15 p.m. ... Eastbound I-80 between Wamsutter and Rawlins, visibility is at zero with drifting and blowing snow and strong winds ... Over the divides, or 'The Three Sisters,' just east of Evanston, 6-8 inches of new snowfall is expected with westerly winds of 25-35 m.p.h. Across the desert plains, between Rock Springs and Rawlins, blowing snow is likely to occur throughout the night, with a new snowfall of... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Interstate 80 now open in all directions Feb 1, 2008
ROCK SPRINGS -- The Wyoming Department of Transportation officials have opened the east and westbound lanes of Interstate 80 between Rawlins and Rock Springs ... The advisory is also available near Green River and Rock Springs at 1610 AM, and 1610 AM at Rawlins and Walcott Junction. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
I-80 reopens after 40-hour closure Feb 1, 2008
"Our area foreman in Rawlins has worked for WYDOT for 33 years, and right now he says he has never seen this much snow just west of Rawlins," McGary said in a press release ... In fact, the crews out of Rawlins, Baggs, Saratoga, Arlington and Elk Mountain have had at least one plow on the road nearly every day since Thanksgiving, McGary said ... In anticipation of the latest storm, on Sunday arrangements were made to have help from Riverton, Lander and Thermopolis crews come down to Rawlins,... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Poll: Raise beer tax, not fuel tax Jan 29, 2008
Von Flatern mentioned road projects -- such as State Highway 220 from Casper to Rawlins, State Highway 59 from Gillette to Douglas, and U.S. Highway 191 between Rock Springs and Pinedale -- that will or will not happen depending on whether money is available. Rep. (Casper Star-Tribune)
Wildlife need less stress from people in winter Jan 25, 2008
Information from: Rawlins Daily Times. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
BLM realigns field offices Jan 19, 2008
- Wyoming High Desert District: Rock Springs, Rawlins, Kemmerer and Pinedale field offices, with the district office located in Rock Springs. - Wind River/Bighorn Basin District: Worland, Cody and Lander field offices, with the district office located in Worland. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
'Hometown' bank eases into Rapid City market Jan 8, 2008
-- Richard Chenoweth, chief executive officer of Rawlins National Bank. -- Bruce Haerter, president and owner of Farmers State Bank in Hosmer. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Wyoming GOP disappointed in candidate no-shows Jan 5, 2008
Lynne Hunter spent Thursday in Rock Springs and was headed through Rawlins and Laramie on her way to Cheyenne for convention day. "I think Wyoming's very important because this is where real America is," she said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Extreme weather reminds Wyoming residents of the old days Jan 2, 2008
On Sunday, a cold front swept down Interstate 80 from Rawlins to Cheyenne, packing wind gusts up to 60 mph and sustained winds around 35 mph. The resulting snowdrifts closed highways and interstates, contributed to more than 100 highway crashes and sequestered some rural residents and livestock for hours. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
• Wesleyan Mourns Death Of Student, Her Parents Dec 27, 2007
According to accounts of the accident in the Post and the Rocky Mountain News, John Parr was driving westbound on I-80 in Rawlins, Wyo. Saturday morning, when he lost control of his 1997 Subaru. (FOX61, CT)
Three cited for driving too fast in fatal Wyo. crash Dec 26, 2007
John Parr, 59, the founding direct of Colorado Common Cause who later advised mayors and governors, died in the crash near Rawlins Saturday with his wife Sandra Widener, a co-founder of Westword, and daughter Chase, 19 ... Seeley then hit the rear of state snowplow driven by Johnny F. Woolner, 54, of Rawlins. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Three in Denver family killed in Wyoming crash Dec 25, 2007
John Parr, 59, a leader in the public interest movement who also advised mayors and governors, his wife, journalist Sandra Widener, 53, and daughter Chase, 19, were killed after their car was hit by a tractor-trailer six miles west of Rawlins, the Wyoming Highway Patrol said Sunday. The only one to survive the crash, 17-year-old Katy, was taken to a Casper hospital in critical condition. (Summit Daily News)
3 In Denver Family Killed In Crash With Bremerton Truck Driver Dec 25, 2007
The highway patrol said there was blowing snow and icy conditions when the family's station wagon slid and ended up sideways across the road about six miles west of Rawlins, Wyoming. It was then hit by a tractor-trailer driven by William R. Bowers of Bremerton. (KIRO TV, WA)
