An Idaho veteran took a rest day in Rock Springs while on a long walk. The Rock Springs Rocket Miner reports 25-year-old Erin Lee is trekking from Florida to Oregon to raise money for Back on My Feet. The non-profit supports people facing housing insecurity and addiction to transform their lives and become self-sufficient. Lee has stayed with about 50 strangers who have welcomed her into their homes.
Six women have furthered their education, despite challenging circumstances. They're the first cohort of women to graduate from the University of Wyoming (UW) Pathways from Prison program. Each earned a Bachelor of General Studies from UW while incarcerated at the Wyoming Women’s Center in Lusk.
A Jackson golfer is returning to a national competition, but this time, in a different role. The Jackson Hole News&Guide reports Ben Polland didn’t qualify for the PGA Cup this year, but he was asked instead to be the team captain. He’ll help set up the pairs that will compete against Great Britain and Irish pairs in Ireland in October.
And, two Sheridan couples celebrated big anniversaries last month. The Sheridan Press reports Rod and Mary Gifford marked 50 years of marriage. Bill and Judy Hayes celebrated their 62nd anniversary. Congratulations!
