Green River Star

06/18/2026

Be sure to get your copy of this week's paper to get the full story on the appointment of Rich Fischer as the Interim Sheriff, the Green River City Council approving a new fee schedule that will mean utility rate increases for Green River residents, a Green River Police Department officer retiring, Judges Dean Stout and Clark Stith celebrating their robing ceremonies, the SCSD No. 2 Teacher of the Year, and lots more!

06/18/2026

💚🖤 Congratulations Isa Vasco! 🖤💚

06/17/2026

Representatives from the City of Green River, Green River Chamber and American Legion Tom Whitmore Post 28, Green River Wyoming celebrated a ribbon cutting for completion of the tank restoration project at Veterans Park today!

06/17/2026

Construction by Monroe Elementary will be starting on Monday.

From the City of Green River:

Notice of Upcoming Construction
Monroe Avenue Schools ADA Upgrades Project

Construction is scheduled to begin Monday June 22, 2026 on the Monroe Avenue Schools ADA Upgrades Project. This project will include replacement of sections of sidewalk and installation of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ramps. Improvements will also include installation of flashing crosswalk signs at two crosswalks for enhanced pedestrian safety.

Sections of sidewalk will be replaced, and flashing crosswalk signs will be installed at the crosswalks in front of Monroe Elementary and Lincoln Middle Schools with other replacements at the eastern driveway for Monroe Elementary. New sidewalks and ramps will also be installed at the intersection of Monroe Avenue and Bramwell Street.

The work will require shoulder closures and may extend into lane closures at times. Motorists driving through the area are advised to watch for and obey traffic control devices and flaggers.

Areas being worked on are highlighted on the attached map.

If you have any questions, please contact the Engineering Department at 307-872-0524.

06/17/2026

Congratulations, Shelena Nichelson!

🎉 Congratulations to Monroe Elementary Teacher Shelena Nichelson!

Shelena was recently featured in the Wyoming Department of Education's Superintendent of Public Instruction Update on June 15, 2026, in recognition of the incredible work she is doing to support students and foster a love of reading.

We are proud to have Shelena as part of Sweetwater County School District #2 and grateful for the passion, dedication, and care she brings to our students every day.

Way to go, Shelena! Thank you for making a difference in the lives of so many students.

Read her feature below!

06/17/2026

Today in Wyoming history:

In 1921, lightning struck and ignited several oil tanks owned by Midwest Oil Company outside of Casper. The fire that resulted burned for 60 hours and consumed more than a half million gallons of oil. It was a major disaster at the time.

(Thanks On This Day.)

Tomorrow in Wyoming history:

In 1893, the Sheridan Inn opened.

(Thanks Wyoming Historical Society.)

06/17/2026

Please help the community enjoy the parks by treating them with care and respect.

06/16/2026

There's still one hour left in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive in Green River today! Head over to the Rec Center to donate blood!

06/16/2026

Kids enjoyed the sunshine today at the Splash Pad at Evers Park in Green River.

Photos by Dakota Riddle