Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
Good morning, Rock Springs.
🏘️ Community
Anvil Wealth at 230 C Street in downtown Rock Springs was named the January Golden Broom Award recipient by the Rock Springs Main Street and Urban Renewal Agency for its outstanding commitment to the community.
💼 Business
A hiring event for the new Natural Grocers store will be held today and tomorrow at the Holiday Inn in Rock Springs (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
The store, scheduled to open on Apr. 8, will occupy eight empty spaces in White Mountain Mall totaling 13,764 sqft.
🏛️ Government
Green River Police Department reported that 80-year-old Paul Kincaid, who suffers from dementia and diabetes, was found safe after an Ashanti Alert was issued Tuesday by the Wyoming Highway Patrol nearly 200 miles from his home.
His family thanked law enforcement for their prompt response—underscoring community safety.
Residents in Sweetwater County who need legal help can attend free informational sessions provided by a volunteer attorney at the District Court (80 W.
Flaming Gorge Way, Suite 255). Sessions are offered Thursday, Jan 15, Feb 5, Mar 5, and Mar 19 on a first-come, first-served basis.
On Tuesday, lawmakers cut $40M from the public university’s block grant and defunded Wyoming Public Media, along with funds for athletics and research — a move made during budget hearings in Cheyenne.
The committee meets this week to finish the budget ahead of the next session.
🎉 Rock Springs Events
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Brioche Cowl Knitting Workshop
6-8 p.m. — the yarn and the tale — Supplies needed — Learn the Brioche stitch and create a cozy cowl.
🏠 Rock Springs Real Estate
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