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Mira Miller, Carbon County Library Foundation 

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University of Wyoming

The University of Wyoming Department of English recently launched a website featuring stories, photos and a podcast that highlight the voices and experiences of everyday Wyomingites. The website can be found at www.restoryingthewest.org.

By MIke Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

“We did pretty well,” Lucy Schofield, director and a founder of the Medicine Bow Food Pantry, said of her garage sale. “We had one person give us a tip on a piece of furniture that would have made the day worthwhile by that one transaction.”

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Premier Bone & Joint Centers

Crews from the City of Rawlins, joined by Councilmember Patterson, spent Thursday morning cleaning up Interstate 80 as part of the WYDOT Adopt-A-Highway program.

Twenty-five volunteers picked up 480 pounds of trash along the stretch of highway that runs through town under clear blue skies.

By Angie Hobbs

Carbon County Comet Contributor

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University of Wyoming

Laramie and the University of Wyoming regularly receive high national rankings as a top college town for hikers, winter sports enthusiasts and other outdoor activities. 

Add another to the list: fly fishing.

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Mira Miller, Community Relations/PIO City of Rawlins

F&S Trucking, Steve and Christine Fritz. were recognized as the Rawlins Community Builder Award recipients for August at the September 16 Rawlins City Council meeting.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

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Food Bank of Wyoming

Despite being the least populated state, Wyoming ranks ninth in the nation for food insecurity. This September, Food Bank of Wyoming is inviting all Wyoming neighbors to take action during Hunger Action Month. As hunger rises and resources decline, it is more important than ever to get involved in addressing food insecurity in Wyoming through volunteering, donating, and raising awareness.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

September 20 is shaping up to be a full day of giving in Carbon County, with two community fundraisers planned to benefit local families and senior citizens.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

The farmers market in Laramie started about 10 years ago in the downtown area of Laramie. It was on 2nd Street and a block would shut down.

Kim Jessen, who is the volunteer coordinator of the Farmers Market, has been doing it for three years now.

She said that about five years ago, it was decided to move the market to the largest parking lot in downtown. 

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Rachel Swanson 

The North Platte Valley is a place defined by resilience, strong communities, and a deep-rooted sense of connection to the land and to each other. Yet, like many rural communities across the country, we also face challenges that often go unspoken—especially when it comes to mental health, youth well-being, and suicide prevention.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Melissa Maddox, who works with the Medicine Bow Volunteer Fire Department, said September 13 is “Fill the Boot” time. This is where members get on route 487 as cars come into town and ask drivers to contribute to the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). 

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

According to the U.S. The federal holiday is observed on the first Monday in September.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

When an emergency happens and a family has to get out of the house quickly, one part of the family should not be overlooked.

That is the pet.

After all, it is the rare person who does not consider their pet a part of the family.

There are some simple steps to ensure the loved creature will be secure in an emergency.