Rocket Miner Newspaper

09/03/2025

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Descendants hosted the 140th anniversary commemoration of the 1885 Rock Springs Chinese Massacre on Tuesday, Sept. 2.

The "Requiem," a high-scale bronze statue of a Chinese miner standing among the ruins of the destroyed Chinatown, was unveiled for all to see.

The Rock Springs Historical Museum was presented with the Congressional Gold Medal for their efforts as well.

ROCK SPRINGS -- A new 7-foot statue was unveiled on the historic location of the Chinese Massacre in Rock Springs, near the old Washington School facing Bridger Avenue.

09/03/2025

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09/02/2025

Over the course of the last several months, Joseph Kibler says he now feels like he has been called to run for office.

CHEYENNE — Joseph Kibler said that if someone had told him a year-and-a-half ago that he would be running governor of Wyoming, he would have thought they were crazy. Over

09/02/2025

Rocket Miner reporter shares her take on minors at restaurants that serve alcohol while remembering the managerial responsibilities of running a shift with underage employees.

I was in customer service for 25 years. Throughout my years at restaurants, I’ve served alcohol to customers at only one of them.

09/01/2025

Churches Together is encouraging residents to get out and help The Ray Lovoto Recycling Center. We would like to take groups to help at the center on Friday, Sept. 12 and Saturday, Sept. 13. Volunteers may RSVP by leaving a message at the First Congregational Church, 307-362-3530 or show up and join them.

If these dates/ times don’t work, church officials ask volunteers to go, Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays, 8 a.m.- 12 p.m.

ROCK SPRINGS — Churches Together grew out of the efforts of local congregations to work together to raise money for St. Christopher’s Highway of Sweetwater County two years ago.

08/30/2025

Local representatives from various churches are organizing a hygiene drive for those in need throughout the month of September.

Items needed, in order of need are toilet paper, feminine hygiene supplies, full size shampoo/conditioners, deodorant, lotion, body soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors and combs/hairbrushes.

ROCK SPRINGS — Churches Together is organizing a hygiene drive throughout the month of September, and they need the public’s help.

08/29/2025

As fire and hunting seasons converge in the region, fire managers are asking hunters to stay away from active burns and recently burned areas.

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08/29/2025

Reps Cody Wylie of House District 39 and Joshua "JT" Larson of House District 17 share an update about their meeting with the EPA and Gov. Gordon regarding Wyoming's coal.

CHEYENNE — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve Wyoming’s coal combustion residuals (CCR) permit program application, according to a press release from Rep. Cody Wylie (R-HD39).

08/29/2025

This year the Green River cross country team is the biggest it has been since the 90s. Head coach Craig Leavitt said the incoming team has, "prepared better than any group I've coached so far."

GREEN RIVER -- This year the Green River cross country team is the biggest it has been since the 90s. Since last season, the roster has grown from 18 to

08/29/2025

Across multiple grade levels and core subjects, including English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, and Science, students demonstrated marked improvements, according to Sweetwater County School District No.1.

ROCK SPRINGS — Sweetwater County School District No. 1 (SCSD No.1) announced significant academic progress reflected in the 2024–2025 WY-TOPP (Wyoming Test of Proficiency and Progress) results.

08/29/2025

With lots of TLC and teamwork, the Rock Springs Fire Department pushed a new engine into its bay on Wednesday, Aug. 27.

ROCK SPRINGS — Local first responders recently celebrated the history, teamwork and unity of fire service with city officials, friends and family members.

08/29/2025

New coach, new season and new excitement are combining to produce a Tiger volleyball team that is eager to match and measure themselves against any team that thinks they can challenge them.

ROCK SPRINGS -- Last season’s edition of Rock Springs High School Tiger volleyball was in many ways, best left forgotten.