News across Sweetwater County
Sweetwater County Birth Announcements for Late September 2026
SWEETWATER COUNTY — The following birth announcements were sent to SweetwaterNOW by Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in September, 2026. Bennett James Gillespie, boy, was born on September 22, 2026, to proud parents Hunter and Janelle Gillespie of Rock Springs. Kendall…
Cancer Education Program Aims to Help Patients Thrive Locally
ROCK SPRINGS — A free educational program for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and family members is taking place at the Rock Springs Library Ferrero Room Oct. 7. Presented by Blood Cancer United, the “Thriving Locally: Your Guide to Rural Cancer Survivorship Services”…
Green River Parks Employee Inducted into Hall of Fame
GREEN RIVER — Brenda Roosa has been inducted into the Wyoming Recreation and Park Association Hall of Fame in recognition of her 33 years of service and impact on the Green River community. According to a press release from the WRPA, Roosa began her career at the Green River…
Adorable Adoptables: Thor, Nuke and Gandalf The Grey
Your next fuzzy family member could be at a Sweetwater County animal shelter. Each week, we highlight the Pets of the Week currently available at local shelters. This week, we are highlighting pets at Rock Springs Animal Shelter. It’s the perfect time to add a member to your…
Lady Wolves Open Homecoming Week Against Jackson
GREEN RIVER — The Green River Lady Wolves will look to make the most of homecoming week with a pair of 4A Southwest Conference volleyball matches, beginning Thursday at home against Jackson. Green River hosts Jackson at 5 p.m. Thursday before traveling to Star Valley on Saturday…
Lady Tigers Roll Riverton in Conference Match
ROCK SPRINGS — The Rock Springs Lady Tigers earned a 3-0 victory over the Riverton Lady Wolverines Tuesday night, picking up a conference win while continuing their strong stretch following last weekend’s Silver Bracket championship at the Casper Invite. Rock Springs won the…
Tigers Travel to Face Cheyenne Central
CHEYENNE — The Rock Springs Tigers will remain on the road Friday when they travel to face Cheyenne Central, searching for their first win of the season. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m., with TRN Media’s pregame coverage beginning at 5 p.m. Fans can listen to the game on 97.9 FM…
Retired Athletic Director Hosts New NJCAA Show
ROCK SPRINGS — Former Western Wyoming College athletic director Lu Sweet is hosting Women 360, a new National Junior College Athletic Association show. The show examines women’s junior college athletics through conversations with student-athletes, coaches, administrators and…
Wolves, Panthers Meet for Homecoming
GREEN RIVER — The Green River Wolves will return home Friday night for Homecoming when they host the Powell Panthers in a 3A West Conference matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m., with TRN Media’s pregame coverage beginning at 5 p.m. TRN Media’s Jayson Klepper will have the…
Rock Springs Volleyball Returns to Conference Play
ROCK SPRINGS — The Rock Springs Lady Tigers return to the court this week looking to carry the momentum from an impressive showing at last weekend’s Casper Invite into a pair of 4A Northwest Conference matches. Rock Springs battled through the tournament at the Ford Wyoming…
Homecoming Week Brings Spirit to Farson-Eden
FARSON — Farson-Eden High School will celebrate homecoming with a full week of student activities, athletic events and school spirit, beginning Monday and continuing through Saturday. The week will feature multiple dress-up days, giving students opportunities to show their school…
Rooted in Rock Springs: Just Frame It Helps Preserve What Matters Most
Every local storefront has a story, and every purchase made close to home helps keep those stories alive. Just Frame It Custom Frame Shop is one of the businesses proudly rooted in Downtown Rock Springs. The locally owned shop helps customers preserve and display the photographs,…