Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Rock Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rocky Mountain Car Wash in Rock Springs was honored with the quarterly Pride of Place Award from the Rock Springs Beautification Committee today, recognizing its contribution to keeping the community clean and welcoming. Rocket Miner
- ➤ The Rock Springs URA is hosting a downtown flower planting event today at 10:30 a.m. Volunteers should meet at the URA office at 603 S Main Street and bring their own gardening tools if available. Wyo4News
- ➤ Sweetwater County Travel and Tourism recognized 17 local Certified Tourism Ambassadors who marked their five-year milestone on May 26 and now count nearly 200 active ambassadors working to improve visitor experience — the program offers monthly meetups and training sessions. Wyo4News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Brown Bag Concert Series and Concerts in the Park start next week in downtown Rock Springs. The free events include Tuesday, June 2 at Bank Court with Dominick Antonelli and Wednesday, June 3 with Red Line Challenge + food truck concessions. Wyo4News
- ➤ The Rock Springs Main Street/Urban Renewal Agency announced the return of the Brown Bag Concert Series for Summer 2026 — a popular local event where community musicians will perform downtown. The series will offer residents a chance to enjoy live music later this year. Rocket Miner
- ➤ Rock Springs Pride and Drag for a Cause will host A Magical Evening with Michael Carducci at Broadway Theater on Friday, June 12 — a live performance event that celebrates local artistry and community spirit. Rocket Miner
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Environmental groups sued on May 13 to force the Fish and Wildlife Service to review its plan to list pygmy rabbits under the Endangered Species Act before the scheduled 2028 decision. Researchers report that local populations may face heightened risks from habitat loss (including climate impacts) and disease. WyoFile
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office released its 2026 firearms and concealed carry training schedule with a female-only class on June 18 and general sessions on July 18 and August 22. Residents 21+ must pay $30 and bring their own firearm, holster, eye protection, and ammunition (all required). Wyo4News
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