Good morning, Rock Springs.

Last night, the Rock Springs City Council met at 7 p.m. to consider an ordinance to raise council pay from $12,000 to $14,400—its first increase in over 34 years—and to review contracts for concrete replacement and crack sealing.

The Green River Council also met to vote on a proposal to ban carbon dioxide for animal euthanasia at the shelter and to consider a $10,000 donation for the Riverside Memorial Park Riverbank Restoration Project.

At last night's Rock Springs City Council meeting, Reverend Kelli Parrish Lucas reported nearly 3,600 personal hygiene products were collected during the Churches Together Hygiene Drive to benefit local food banks, schools and community groups—while Mayor Max Mikelson declared October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and announced the YWCA Annual Purple Glow Walk/Run on October 17 at 6 p.m. The Council approved contracts for the 2025 Concrete Replacement Program at over $1.1 million and the 2025 Crack Seal Phase II Project at $67,571.75.

Local airport officials said yesterday that the Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport air service is funded by a contract with WYDOT, Sweetwater County, Rock Springs, and Green River so United Airlines flights will not be affected by the government shutdown, though if you are flying to a rural community with federally subsidized service—your flight may be impacted. This statement was posted on Facebook in response to concerns about federal funding cuts.

First Annual Malabrigo Day

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — the yarn and the tale — Entry with purchase — Celebrate 20 years of Malabrigo with discounts and a prize drawing.

Will Baxter Band: The Magic of Elvis Presley

7-9 p.m. — Broadway Theater — $20.00 — Experience a high-energy tribute to the King of Rock and Roll with a blend of classic hits and original songs.

Aria Nouveau

7-10 p.m. — Broadway Theater — Elegant event — Experience a delightful evening of crossover hits and Broadway blockbusters featuring world-class vocal talents.