Good morning, Rock Springs.

Yesterday, August 14th, Rock Springs High School graduate Nick Jasnoch—who works with the Rapid City Fire Department—received the Ben Franklin Award for Valor at Fire-Rescue International in Orlando for his life-saving actions during a vehicle accident.

Sweetwater County set Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for unimproved lands starting August 13 and lasting until September 3 due to high fire risk from dry weather and wildfires—an update on August 14 clarified that incorporated areas are exempt and allowed activities include approved campfires and charcoal fires.

Crochet Class - Boho Shawl

6-8 p.m. — the yarn and the tale — Registration required — Enhance your crochet skills with this intermediate class focusing on creating a boho shawl.

Walk to End Alzheimer's - Sweetwater County

8-10 a.m. — Bunning Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in the Sweetwater County Walk to End Alzheimer's with a pancake breakfast to kick off the day.

SUBROK Block Party 2025

11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Bunning Park — Free entry — Celebrate end-of-summer with local hip-hop artists and a freestyle cypher at this vibrant park jam.

Beginning Tunisian Crochet Class

6-8 p.m. — the yarn and the tale — Check website for pricing — Learn the art of Tunisian crochet while creating a beautiful scarf in your chosen color.

Rocky Mountain Mining Summit

4 PM — Sweetwater Events Complex — Networking Opportunity — The premier gathering for mining industry professionals in Wyoming's mining hub.

Crochet Class - Queen Ann Lace

2-5 p.m. — the yarn and the tale — Online registration required — Learn to crochet a lovely lace scarf in this engaging class.