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My thoughts on obituaries

One of the most difficult tasks a family has is summarizing a life for an obituary. The job is done at an emotional time and often using only the memories of several stressed family members with … more

By HOLLY DABB | 2/3/12

Community made Toys for Tots a success

To: Editor From: Lyle Armstrong, Fire Chief Rock Springs Fire Department We are extremely fortunate to live in Sweetwater County. Our economic climate has maintained a steady pulse … more

12/24/11

URA is just looking to compete with private business

To: Editor, From: Island D. Richards The Rock Springs Urban Renewal Agency has officially lost its progressive mind. Its recent proposal that Rock Springs adopts an ordinance that … more

12/23/11

Random acts of kindness

Over the past weeks, community members have graciously dropped bags of items off in the Rocket-Miner's lobby for care packages to go to soldiers who are deployed in Afghanistan. Every time I walk by and see more has been added -- some with cards, other donations are made anonymously -- my heart swells with pride at our community. more

11/7/11

Dealing with my 'elephant'

LENA WARREN For 22 years, National Recovery Month has celebrated people in recovery, and spread the message that prevention works, treatment is effective, and recovery is possible. Substance use … more

By LENA WARREN | 9/29/11

Dealing with my "elephant"

My name is Kelley O'Toole. I am 20 years old. I have two sisters and one brother. I have lived in Rock Springs since I was 5. My family and I have been through a lot with my addiction, but have never … more

By KELLY O'YOOLE | 9/28/11

The "Elephant" in Sweetwater County

Does Sweetwater County have a giant "elephant" that we all keep ignoring? Dealing with drug and alcohol abuse is not always the easiest topic to talk about or seek help for. Many times as a community we might ignore the giant "elephant" that is addiction and the need for treatment. more

By LENA WARREN | 9/27/11

Addiction can be like having an elephant in the room

ROCK SPRINGS -- Imagine coming home every day and walking into your home and right there in your living room is a giant elephant? The elephant sways from side to side with its giant … more

9/3/11

School district failed open meetings test

On Monday, Sweetwater County School District No. 1 board members voted to cast secret ballots on whether to rehire principals and administrators. Then, the ballots were counted secretly by two of the … more

5/31/11

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