Adobe Town, Jack Morrow Hills subject of debate Nov 3, 2008
On the northern end of the Red Desert, the BLM is proposing to sell leases that include some in the Jack Morrow Hills, about 35 miles north of Rock Springs. The agency also is looking at leases in the popular Little Mountain hunting ground south of Rock Springs. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
BREAKING: Gillette wins record-shattering 2008 state swim crown Nov 1, 2008
In other team scores, it was Cheyenne Central, second, 209; Cheyenne East, third, 174; Green River, fourth, 164; Sheridan, fifth, 121; Riverton, sixth, 84; Kelly Walsh, seventh, 73; Laramie, eighth, 72; Evanston, ninth, 62; Rock Springs, 10th, 27; and Casper Natrona, 11th, 14. Article Rating. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Gillette wins 4A girls swimming championship Nov 1, 2008
Team: Gillette 385; Cheyenne Central 209; Cheyenne East 174; Green River 164; Sheridan 121; Riverton 84; Kelly Walsh 73; Laramie 72; Evanston 62; Rock Springs 27; Natrona County 14 ... 54; Rock Springs 2:12 ... 62; Rock Springs 1:55. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Plenty of choices for weekend fun Nov 1, 2008
UW's Outreach Video Network will connect Casper, Cheyenne, Evanston, Gillette, Laramie, Powell, Riverton, Rock Springs, Sheridan and Torrington via video conference. Family members will learn about special educational needs, community resources and supports and legislative issues. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Gillette takes lead at 4A state swimming championships Oct 31, 2008
Qualifiers: Gillette (23 championship qualifiers - 6 consolation qualifiers - 29 total qualifiers); Cheyenne Central (12-6-18); Cheyenne East (9-6-15); Green River (9-6-15); Riverton (2-11-13); Sheridan (5-7-12); Laramie (3-4-7); Evanston (1-6-7); Kelly Walsh (2-3-5); Rock Springs (0-4-4); Natrona County (0-3-3). 200 medley relay: Cheyenne East (Jenna Wisdorf, Morgan Hartigan, Taylor O'Holleran, Sami Heitsch) 1:53. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Council candidates debate issues Oct 30, 2008
Published: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 3:24 PM MDT Despite low attendance, last Thursdays City Council forum for Rock Springs candidates canvassed the hot topics of the 2008 election ... Specific questions were asked in reference to the need for citywide fixed-route public transportation, and what to do to secure the Rock Springs economic prosperity after the energy boom ends ... Candidates agreed that many projects are needed in order to ensure the growth and support the population of Rock... (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
GR Council approved optional one-cent sales tax Oct 30, 2008
With Rock Springs, Wamsutter, Granger, Superior and Bairoil also on board, the matter will go before the Sweetwater County Commission for its review. For Green River, the tax accounts for one-third of the city's budget or 30 to 35 percent. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Gov lauds Trauner, jabs Lummis Oct 30, 2008
Marbleton wrote on Oct 24, 2008 11:15 AM:" Go Trauner! I came to your town hall meeting in Rock Springs. I'm not big on democrats, but I like your energy plan. It recognizes that coal and natural gas are still the bread and butter.... but it diversifies for the future. I think you've put a good amount thought into it, which is a change from what we usually see. You have my vote. Good luck. ". Natrona wrote on Oct 24, 2008 2:02 PM:" I don't quite trust Cynthia Lummis. She's another Hillary. Her... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Casper briefs Oct 24, 2008
DeLoera-Villagrana remains hospitalized in Rock Springs, while the two passengers were treated and released. DeLoera-Villagrana told officials he fell asleep while driving. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
No comments posted. Oct 23, 2008
Alternative Green River, Rock Springs road gets closer ... At the Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners meeting yesterday, the need for an alternative route between Green River and Rock Springs was discussed ... A tentative agreement was reached between the commissioners, Green River Mayor Hank Castillon and Rock Springs Mayor Tim Kaumo. (Green River Star, WY)
Star bus requests funding from Council Oct 23, 2008
Members of the Star Transit Board addressed the Rock Springs City Council last night, giving them the heads up that they will be asking for funding to provide reliable citywide public transportation in Rock Springs ... The need for a fixed route in Rock Springs was studied in a survey done by LSC, and the result was that there is a need in Rock Springs and the county ... Board members advised the Council that Rock Springs is only going to get bigger, and the need for this service will grow. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
BOC candidates speak at forum Oct 23, 2008
Other topics covered at the forum were the need for a passable winter route between Rock Springs and Green River, the possibility of expanding the county commissioners from a body of three members to five members and the overall impact the national economy will have on Wyomings economy. Questions from the public included topics such as, the hospital audit, the camper town at the fairgrounds and public organizations involved in hospital affairs. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
BLM approves Pine Mountain survey Oct 18, 2008
The three-dimensional survey will be done within an approximately 25 square-mile area located about 45 miles south of Rock Springs. BLM officials said the agency's environmental analysis determined that no long-term, significant impacts would occur as a result of the seismic survey. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Shooting suspect charged, wife named accomplice Oct 16, 2008
Published: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 6:06 PM MDT On the evening of Sept. 28, Michael Donovan Foster was shot in the head as he was sitting in the drivers seat of his vehicle on Clark Street in Rock Springs. John Leslie Chapman, 42, was located Oct. 7 in Rock Springs and placed under arrest for two outstanding warrants issued out of Texas and Arkansas ... He was later released, according to Detective Dave Thompson of the Rock Springs Police Department. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
RS Pumpkin Patch opens Friday Oct 16, 2008
A MULTITUDE of pumpkins in a variety of sizes, shapes and even colors are stacked on hay bales at Bank Court in Rock Springs ... Published: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 6:06 PM MDT The Rock Springs URA and the Rock Springs Chamber of Commerce will have Pumpkin Patch at Bank Court in downtown Rock Springs beginning Friday at 5 p.m.. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Man charged with illegal credit card use Oct 13, 2008
Published: Wednesday, October 1, 2008 6:06 PM MDT A Rock Springs man was recently charged with unlawful use of a credit card, after illegally using his companys fuel card. According to court records, Jerry Don Fuller, 20, of Riverton, made an initial appearance at the Rock Springs Circuit Court to the felony charge Sept. 18 ... The affidavit states that deputies from the Sweetwater County Sheriffs Office were dispatched to Basic Energy Services office in Rock Springs March 7 to report... (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Sweetwater County has largest child-care shortage Oct 11, 2008
He called every child-care facility in Rock Springs ... The City of Rock Springs and the YWCA are working together to decrease the shortfall ... YWCA executive director Christie DeGrendele said the City of Rock Springs will construct a toddler center behind the current YWCA. Construction should be completed by June 2009. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
BLM: Little Mountain will never look like Jonah Field Oct 10, 2008
The Bureau of Land Managements Rock Springs Field Office is addressing concerns about development near Little Mountain ... Lorraine Keith, the public affairs specialist for the BLMs Rock Springs Field Office, said the BLM looks at multiple impacts from all angles, including social and economic impacts ... Lance Porter, the Rock Springs Field Offices Field Manager concurred, saying the BLM would host more onsite visits and accept public comment to help coordinate and work through the... (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
2 arrested in attempted fuel theft Oct 10, 2008
The first truck was later located in Rock Springs by the Wyoming Highway Patrol ... Singh and Dhillon appeared in Circuit Court in Rock Springs on Friday, where their bond was set at $1,000 apiece, cash or surety. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Attorneys' ratings of judges released Oct 10, 2008
The two local circuit court judges, Daniel Forgey in Rock Springs and Victoria Schofield in Green River, scored close to each other. Forgey was given a rating of 3. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
A Look Back in Time: Demands overwhelm Oct 6, 2008
Lost patient: Clayton Conger, 4, the Rock Springs boy who captured the hearts of the nation with his cheerful and valiant struggle with two liver transplants, died in a Pittsburgh hospital. In two different photos published on the front pages of the Sept. 28 and Oct. 6 Star-Tribune, Clayton is in his hospital bed and looking at the camera with a hopeful smile. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Statement issued about fire north of RS Oct 5, 2008
According to a release from the Sweetwater County Sheriffs office, Michael Adams, 21, who has been living in Rock Springs, was arrested without incident by deputies Jerry Glasscock and Matt Wharton at about 11 p.m. Saturday night as the result of a traffic stop ... At the scene, deputies encountered Robert Foster, 36, of Rock Springs, and after conducting an investigation that included an interview with Foster, placed him under arrest for public indecency ... The case involved the 2000... (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
RSPD continues shooting investigation Oct 5, 2008
Published: Wednesday, October 1, 2008 6:06 PM MDT A Rock Springs man shot Sunday night remains hospitalized in Salt Lake City. According to the Rock Springs Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Clark Street at 10:19 a.m. for a report of a possible gunshot. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
County to review SOB regs Sep 25, 2008
The resolution includes a number of regulations that make it more strict than the ordinance recently enacted in Rock Springs ... However, one article that does show up in the Rock Springs ordinance but isnt found in the county resolution is provisions for licensing live performers ... The Rock Springs ordinance requires performers to be licensed by the city after passing a background check. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Rock Springs URA plans pumpkin patch Sep 25, 2008
Published: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 6:06 PM MDT Nearly 10 tons of pumpkins will be springing up in Bank Court across from the Rock Springs City Hall next month. The city's urban renewal agency and Main Street program will be hosting a pumpkin patch to give residents the experience of picking a pumpkin from a patch, as opposed to a cardboard box. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Intersection closes Sunday Sep 25, 2008
Published: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 6:06 PM MDT Drivers passing through the west side of Rock Springs may find it more difficult to navigate the area around Dewar Drive ... Traffic will be allowed onto Sunset at the Intersection between Wendy's and Rock Springs National Bank ... According to Theresa Herbin, spokeswoman for WYDOT in Rock Springs, other business owners along Sunset contacted by the contractor were unanimous in their thoughts. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Business postponed due to attendance Sep 25, 2008
Representatives from Rock Springs, Green River and Wamsutter attended but a fourth person was needed to officially conduct board business. According to the board's chairman, Carl Demshar from Rock Springs, everything will be tabled and reviewed next month during the board's October meeting ... For Rock Springs, the city still has troubles finding contractors willing to bid on its projects. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
In it for the long haul Sep 25, 2008
I didn t want to go to the University of Wyoming like everyone else from Rock Springs, Wyo. and I liked this area and decided to come to Black Hills State, she said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Wyoming considers tolls on I-80 Sep 19, 2008
Worth The Ticket Price wrote on Sep 17, 2008 3:49 PM:" Don't think of it as a toll. Think of it as a cover charge for getting to see the tattooed methamphetamine toothless freak show that is.... Rock Springs. When you think of it that way..... it's money well spent. ". Uinta wrote on Sep 17, 2008 5:36 PM:" To Worth-The-Ticket-Price: That is the most obnoxious characterization of Rock Springs I have heard yet. You people don't get it. There are quite a few of the toothless meth addicts in Rock... (Casper Star-Tribune)
Walker picked by judge Sep 19, 2008
Im not surprised, Lynne Demshar, a Rock Springs resident said moments after the meeting ended ... she asked her husband, Rock Springs City Councilman Carl Demshar ... Demshar said he contemplated submitting his name to the Democratic Central Committee once the vacancy was announced, but didnt do so because he is running unopposed for his council seat in Rock Springs. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Insurance questions prompt FEMA visit Sep 18, 2008
Published: Wednesday, September 17, 2008 6:06 PM MDT Misunderstandings involving the Federal Emergency Management Agency's flood insurance program promoted a visit to the Rock Springs City Council by a FEMA representative Tuesday night ... Rock Springs' mayor, Tim Kaumo, said he's received a number complaints from residents about requirements requested by FEMA to make buildings flood resistant ... Kaumo said some business owners had commented to him that the cost of raising a building located... (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Rock Springs voices support for WWCC Sep 18, 2008
Published: Wednesday, September 17, 2008 6:06 PM MDT Representatives of Western Wyoming Community College approached the Rock Springs City Council with a single request: secure the future of WWCC. ... Caldwell said about 70 percent of students are employed part time throughout Rock Springs ... Tim Kaumo, Rock Springs' mayor, along with a majority of Council, voiced their support for WWCC's proposed mill increase. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Wamsutter hopes grant will help lure grocery store Sep 18, 2008
Mayor Ken Waldner says residents head in every direction to buy food _ to Rawlins, Rock Springs and Craig, Colo. The town also doesn't have any banks, although there are three ATMs. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Gov. appoints Tyler to bench Sep 13, 2008
Tyler has spent most of his life in Wyoming, graduating from Rock Springs High School and then earning his associate's degree from Western Wyoming Community College and his law degree from the University of Wyoming. Article Rating. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Reward offered for trailer info Sep 11, 2008
According to Sheriff Rich Haskell, the trailer was stolen from a private lot just east of Knight Oil Tools on Foothill Boulevard west of Rock Springs. The theft is believed to have occured last Sunday evening. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
USPS airmail flight stops in Rock Springs Sep 11, 2008
Published: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 6:07 PM MDT A trio of vintage aircraft will make an overnight stop at the Rock Springs Airport Saturday evening ... According to Norm Dudzik, postmaster for the Rock Springs Post Office, the aircraft aren't equipped with radar and can't fly at night or during storms ... No additional pieces of mail can be included from Rock Springs, he said. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Antique Biplane to Fly Mail Cross-Country 80 Years After Crash Sep 9, 2008
Depart and arrive Rock Springs, WY (RKS) early evening ... Sept. 14 -- Depart Rock Springs 9:30 a.m. Arrive Salt Lake City, UT (U42) late morning. (PR Newswire)
Riding on the black top Sep 7, 2008
On a job earlier this year near Rock Springs, the supplier limited how much asphalt cement it could deliver daily, he said. The company only received one load a day, when it needed three, slowing his production by two-thirds. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Barrasso speaks at river festival last week Sep 5, 2008
When asked about the possibility of federal support for an alternate road between Rock Springs and Green River, he said he didnt want to step on what the Wyoming Legislature may do, but recognizes that construction costs continue to increase. Overall, Barrasso said the beauty of Wyoming is that he can visit with people from all walks of life, saying there are many states where is isnt possible for residents to talk directly with their senators and representatives in Washington, D.C.. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Judge to decide on new commissioner Sep 5, 2008
The 65-year old Oldfield, of Rock Springs, died Aug. 7 after a brief illness. The popular Democrat and veteran school teacher had two years remaining on his term. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Council approves day-time curfew for minors Sep 4, 2008
Published: Wednesday, September 3, 2008 6:08 PM MDT The City of Rock Springs approved a controversial ordinance last night that creates a daytime curfew for students in the city's schools. However, the ordinance wasn't approved as it was originally presented. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
RSPD seek armed Kum & Go robber Sep 4, 2008
Published: Wednesday, September 3, 2008 6:08 PM MDT The Rock Springs Police Department is looking for information involving an armed robbery of a Kum nvenience store in Rock Springs. According to a press release from the police department, the department was notified of the robbery at 2:13 a.m. Aug. 30. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
WYDOT construction project sees delays Sep 4, 2008
Published: Wednesday, September 3, 2008 6:08 PM MDT The heavy traffic volumes on Dewar Drive are causing paving delays for the microsurface project around Rock Springs. . (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
3 Dems chosen to fill vacancy Sep 4, 2008
When asked about a secondary road between Rock Springs and Green River, Pallesen said if an entity has the money, it could do anything. However, Pallesen said it would be extremely expensive for the county and two cities because the Wyoming Department of Transportation seems uninterested in the road. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
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2 hopefuls mount petition campaigns Aug 29, 2008
Banks served on the Rock Springs City Council before resigning to move his family outside the ward he was elected in. Banks said hes thought about running for the past six months and decided last weekend that it might be a worthwhile endeavor. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Patrol: 2 dead in I-80 rollover Aug 29, 2008
- The Wyoming Highway Patrol says that two Rock Springs men have died in a one-car rollover accident in Uinta County ... A 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier driven westbound by 25-year-old Steven E. Perry of Rock Springs rolled three times after leaving the roadway ... Sgt. Stephen Townsend of the Wyoming Highway Patrol says both Perry and 23-year-old passenger Joel P. Caudle of Rock Springs died at the scene. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Board: Low tax receipts not a problem Aug 28, 2008
The board distributes funds for capital projects between Rock Springs, Green River, Superior, Wamsutter, Bairoil and Granger ... The board's chairman, Rock Springs representative Carl Demshar, said the board was still ahead of schedule on its collection rate, while spending, especially for projects in Rock Springs and Granger have been moving along slower than anticipated ... The City of Rock Springs on the other hand is facing problems with bidding construction projects because private... (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Man charged for not registering as a sex offender a second time Aug 28, 2008
Published: Wednesday, August 27, 2008 6:07 PM MDT A Rock Springs man sought by the Sweetwater County Sheriffs Office for failure to register as a sex offender was taken into custody Friday afternoon. Chad Reinhart, 41, was arrested without incident by sheriffs deputies in Rock Springs around 3:30 p.m. ... Reinhart was scheduled to make his initial appearance in Circuit Court in Rock Springs on Monday. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Drilling project draws ire of grouse advocates (25) Aug 24, 2008
The workers would likely commute from nearby communities including Rawlins, Wamsutter and Rock Springs. About eight miles of new roads would be required to access the project sites. (Casper Star-Tribune)
Statewide smoking ban? Quest continues Aug 22, 2008
Cheyenne, Laramie, Evanston, Rock Springs and Green River all have their own smoking bans in effect. Similar efforts in Gillette and Casper, however, have failed to gain traction. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
NTSB takes wreckage to Colorado Aug 22, 2008
Published: Wednesday, August 13, 2008 6:08 PM MDT In what witnesses described as resembling the Space Shuttle Challenger explosion, two aircraft collided near the Rock Springs Airport Sunday afternoon. Rock Springs resident Dave Knezovich, 54, along with Ralph Otto, 67, of Illinois and C. Michael Downey of Ohio died in the crash ... Struhsaker said the NTSB wasnt in Rock Springs to assign blame or liability for the crash, but to enhance air safety. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Winners announced for local, state races Aug 21, 2008
Barbuto won his bid for a seat on the Wyoming Legislature while Halter, although receiving less votes than his opponent Glennise Wendorf for her seat on the Rock Springs City Council, will continue to the general election in Novmber ... In elections for the Rock Springs City Council, only one ward resulted in a race. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Rock Springs decides not to pay WAM dues Aug 21, 2008
Published: Wednesday, August 20, 2008 6:09 PM MDT After months of debate and threats, the Rock Springs City Council voted last night to not pay their dues to the Wyoming Association of Municipalities, in an attempt to cut their relationship with the organization ... The city has long criticized the association for being too sympathetic to the needs of other, smaller communities while not pushing the issues faced by Rock Springs and other cities across Wyoming during legislative sessions ... Tim... (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Wartburg regent dies in midair small-plane crash (59) Aug 19, 2008
was killed Aug. 10 when his plane was struck by a Cessna 172 northwest of Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport in Wyoming ... They had been cleared to land and were on approach to the Rock Springs airport when their plane collided with the aircraft piloted by Knezovich, who was on a solo student flight. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Lavina Jean Lowell Aug 17, 2008
She was born on July 21, 1935, in Rock Springs, Wyo. Jean enjoyed a long career working for the Sierra Vista public schools district, where she brought much happiness to all around her before retiring. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Business briefs Aug 17, 2008
T3 Energy Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, has passed an American Petroleum Institute (API) 6A and 16A audit at its Rock Springs facility. The facility will be certified to API 6A for wellhead and Christmas tree equipment, and API 16A for pressure control and drill through equipment. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
New director joins Main Street Aug 15, 2008
Green River needs a wide variety of businesses because although Green River has a number of small specialty shops, many people still go to Rock Springs to do their essential shopping, she said. Article Rating. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
County approves search for UDC consultant Aug 14, 2008
It should also bring the code on par with requirements used by both Rock Springs and Green River. Do date, the document has cost the county more than $250,000 and several thousands of hours of employees' time. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
A day at the races Aug 14, 2008
SHAYLYNN LEVADA RECEIVES a good push from her cousin Zach Lewis at the Rock Springs Soap Box Derby Saturday morning, which took place on the Gateway Extension ... The Second Anuual Rock Springs Soap Box Derby. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
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
Rock Springs: $157; $232. Evanston: $157; $232. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Plane debris removed for probe of midair crash Aug 13, 2008
The two single-engine planes collided Sunday about five miles northwest of the Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport in southwestern Wyoming ... Student pilot Dave Knezovich (KUH'-nez-oh-vich), a 54-year-old self-employed contractor from Rock Springs, was killed in the crash. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Local players declared ineligible for Wyoming Legion tournament Aug 13, 2008
RAPID CITY Rock Springs Post 24 Mustangs went to the Wyoming State Legion baseball tournament as the No. 1 seed expecting to contend for the championship ... In December, two Rapid City kids, Andrew Wolf and Jeff Frease, decided to come to school at Western Wyoming Community College, Rock Springs assistant coach and WWCC director of admissions Joe Mueller said ... Based upon that initial ruling, Wolf and Frease decided to play with the Rock Springs team and Mueller decided in February to become... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
3 dead in mid-air plane crash Aug 12, 2008
(AP) Two single-engine planes collided in mid-air Sunday a few miles from the Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport, killing all three people aboard, authorities said ... The plane was headed to the Rock Springs airport, Gregor said ... Preliminary information showed the Cessna pilot was a student and had been practicing in the Rock Springs area at the time of the crash, Gregor said. (Montana Standard, MT)
