Rock River
LATEST NEWS
NHSFR Champions Are Crowned In Rock Springs, Wyoming
This past weekend concluded the largest youth rodeo completion in the world, showcasing over 1,800 of the world's best high school rodeo athletes from five countries and nearly every state. The competition widdled down to the top 20 short-go qualifiers, with the champions rising to the top of a competitive field.
Dubois celebrates the region’s western heritage, July 26, 27
DUBOIS, Wyo. — The Dubois Chamber of Commerce is wrangling up all things cowboys and cowgirls with a rodeo, brewfest and free live music this weekend. The lineup of western events kicks off on July 26 at 7:30 p.m. with the Dubois Friday Night Rodeo. Later that evening (Time TBD) the Dubois Western Activities Association is hosting the Outside Circle Show at the Rustic Pine Tavern. This free performance highlights the authentic sounds of working cowboy music.
AARP and American Legion set Veterans Resource Fair in Laramie for August
AARP Wyoming has announced that in partnership with the American Legion, they will host a Veterans Resource Fair from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Sunday Aug. 18, at the Hilton Garden Inn of Laramie. The event will include a complimentary box lunch, and light refreshments. The event is free,...
Zach Allen embraces fan arrival for Broncos training camp: ‘It definitely brings a lot of energy’
ENGLEWOOD — The atmosphere at Broncos Park is about to receive a major lift. Fans comping to watch training camp will flood the grassy hill above the west-end of the practice field starting on Friday. Players embrace the community excitement from the beginning of a new season. “It definitely...
Colorado's 'other' cannibal committed acts even more disturbing than those of Alferd Packer
In the age of the Internet, most Coloradans have probably heard at least a few words about Alferd Packer, the infamous 'Colorado Cannibal' best known for consuming parts of his companions during an expedition gone wrong in 1874. Heck, there's even a University of Colorado Boulder dining hall named after him – the Alferd Packer Grill. That said, most Coloradans probably haven't heard of an even more disturbing cannibal once said to frequent the saloons of the Centennial State – Charles 'Big Phil' Gardner. According...
Man wanted after 2 road rage shootings
LOVELAND, Colo. — A man is on the run after two road rage shootings were reported in northern Colorado on Sunday, Loveland Police said. Just after noon on Sunday, a Loveland officer spotted a Toyota Sequoia parked at a business in the 100 block of South Taft Avenue that did not have a front license plate.
Westminster residents concerned about woodpiles on Sheridan Boulevard lot
In Westminster, massive woodpiles have sat idle on a vacant lot off Sheridan Boulevard for over a year. Residents like Carol Alberts are worried that it constitutes a fire risk. She has been pressing the city for months about removing them."They sprouted up all at once," she said. "It wasn't one at a time. My initial response is 'This is another Marshall Fire waiting to happen'." "That is the one exit to the west," she continued. "There is one exit on the north. If that was blocked and you had all those people trying to get out and it spread...
After 50 Years Southwest Is Ending Open Seating For Colorado Flights
For over five decades, Southwest Airlines, which flies hundreds of planes out of Denver International Airport each day, has been known for its famous open seating policy. Now, 50 years later, that policy is about to change. Southwest Airlines Open Seating Policy To End. Flying usually means that you're headed...
Authorities Seek Information on Missing UW Visiting Professor
A visiting professor at the University of Wyoming has been reported missing, and local law enforcement agencies are seeking the public’s help in an attempt to locate him. Nash Quinn, of UW’s Department of Visual Arts, hasn’t been seen or heard from since July 8. The avid bicyclist is missing along with his bicycle, a Ridley rigid steel frame, white in color with a brown leather seat and 29-inch wheels.
Treacherous mountain pass in Colorado closed 'until further notice' due to rollover crash
UPDATE: The San Miguel County Sheriff's Office has reopened the road, as of Thursday afternoon. Experienced four-wheel-drive enthusiasts headed to Telluride may have to be patient when it comes to checking the notorious Black Bear Pass route off their bucket list. According to the San Miguel County Sheriff's Office, the rough and narrow pass known for its technical nature and big exposure has been closed until further notice as of...
BREAKING: Homicide Victim Found at Mirror Lake in Albany County Identified
The Albany County Sheriff's Office has identified the victim of a homicide whose body was found wrapped in a tarp at Mirror Lake on the Fourth of July as 56-year-old James Bitner of Black Hawk, Colorado. For those unfamiliar, Mirror Lake is a popular picnic and fishing stop about 14...
Kroger/Albertsons proposed merger temporarily blocked by Colorado judge
CASPER, Wyo. — The controversial proposed merger between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons is temporarily on hold after a Denver District Court judge granted a preliminary injunction and canceled an Aug. 12 hearing on the matter. According to industry publication Progressive Grocer, both companies agreed to the delay. Instead...
Wyoming and Nebraska Weather: Storms, Heat, and Weekend Outlook
Cheyenne, WY – Wyoming is expected to experience a significant change in weather starting Friday. A quiet morning is predicted before scattered storms develop by mid-afternoon. Temperatures in Cheyenne will reach 87°F, while Laramie will see 82°F, and Rawlins will hit 84°F. According to the US...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.