Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Rock Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rock Springs resident Russ Lozier was named the September Volunteer of the Month by the Rock Springs Main Street/URA after devoting countless hours to building portable dressing rooms for the Broadway Theater—he retired earlier this year after a 34-year career at Mountain West Pipeline. The URA recognized him for his exceptional commitment and service to our community. Wyo4News
- ➤ Rock Springs Main Street/Urban Renewal Agency announced — for September — that Russ Lozier is named Volunteer of the Month after being recognized as a well-deserved recipient for his service to local projects. Rocket Miner
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal land managers in the Wyoming Red Desert face gridlock as decades of litigation have stalled efforts to limit wild horse populations—ranchers and wild horse advocates remain divided over managing the checkerboard lands. Herd numbers continue to exceed management targets and raise ecological concerns amid ongoing legal challenges. WyoFile
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State auditors are questioning cemetery district spending on local nonprofits, and state regulators have identified a 9.6-mile stretch of Fish Creek as polluted due to excess nutrients—an assessment welcomed by water quality advocates. Meanwhile, Natrona County schools saw a heated debate at a board meeting over plans to launch Turning Point USA Club America chapters. WyoFile
- ➤ State regulators filed notice of appeal against a federal judge's ruling that favored PacifiCorp in a rate hike case that resulted in a 5.5% increase, and an advocacy group also filed notice with the U.S. 10th Circuit Court in Denver. The commission's lawyers will present legal arguments later—steps that could extend the case into next year—while local customers await further updates. WyoFile
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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.
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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.
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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.
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