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Cool, wet conditions continue in Campbell County...

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2025/10/16

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Rain and a few isolated thunderstorms are expected to linger across Campbell County and much of northeast Wyoming through Thursday, according to the National Weather Service in Rapid City, South Dakota. A deep upper-level storm system moving across the western United States will keep showers over the region through much of the […] The post Cool, wet conditions continue in Campbell County before weekend front appeared first on County 17.

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State regulators appeal utility’s victory in Wyoming...

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2025/10/16

by Joshua Wolfson, WyoFile The state panel that oversees public utilities in Wyoming has filed notice that it will appeal the ruling of a federal judge who sided last month with the Equality State’s largest energy supplier in a closely watched rate hike case. Lawyers representing the Wyoming Public Service Commission gave notice earlier this month […] The post State regulators appeal utility’s victory in Wyoming rate hike case appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County fire restrictions rescinded

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2025/10/16

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Campbell County Fire Chief Jeff Bender ended Stage 1 Fire Restrictions this morning, citing improved conditions and less severe fire danger. The fire prevention order was rescinded effective 12:01 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 after being in place for several months. The restrictions began on July 5, when they were deemed necessary due […] The post Campbell County fire restrictions rescinded appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (10/15/25)

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2025/10/16

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on Wednesday, Oct. 15: Year to date, the Campbell County Fire Department has responded to 2,554 requests for service. The post Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (10/15/25) appeared first on County 17.

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Town hall on nuclear development reveals tensions...

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2025/10/16

GILLETTE, Wyo. — An informational town hall meeting in Gillette tonight drew sharp debate over the future of nuclear development in the state, with community members and officials weighing the economic promise against long-term waste and sovereignty concerns. The meeting, one of the latest in a statewide series on nuclear energy, featured guest speaker Chuck […] The post Town hall on nuclear development reveals tensions over waste, state control appeared first on County 17.

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Five finalists announced for $50,000 Energy Capital...

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2025/10/15

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Five Wyoming entrepreneurs have been named finalists in the third annual Energy Capital Start-Up Challenge, a $50,000 seed fund competition designed to support business innovation and growth in northeast Wyoming. The challenge, organized by Energy Capital Economic Development in partnership with Gillette College, aims to strengthen the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by offering […] The post Five finalists announced for $50,000 Energy Capital Start-Up Challenge appeared

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Applications for Low Income Energy Assistance Program...

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2025/10/15

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Family Services recently announced its Wyoming Low Income Energy Assistance Program, or LIEAP, is pausing the approval of new applications for the 2025–26 heating season. A release from the Department of Family Services states that the pause is effective as of Wednesday, Oct. 15 and is due to […] The post Applications for Low Income Energy Assistance Program currently paused due to federal government shutdown appeared first on County 17.

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Nurses, senior care, telehealth? Wyoming seeks...

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2025/10/15

by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile As new challenges emerge for Wyoming’s already fragile health care network, the state stands to receive up to $800 million in federal funds aimed at bolstering rural health. Wyoming health officials have been racing around the state in an effort to collect public input on priorities before submitting an application to the […] The post Nurses, senior care, telehealth? Wyoming seeks feedback for how to spend millions in federal health dollars appeared first on

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Gillette woman charged after federal agents trace...

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2025/10/15

GILLETTE, Wyo. — A Gillette woman has been charged after a joint state and federal investigation uncovered multiple controlled substances and linked her to a suspicious mail package that tested positive for cocaine, according to an affidavit filed in Campbell County Circuit Court. Reashell Sherman, born in 1980, is facing one felony count of attempted […] The post Gillette woman charged after federal agents trace suspicious cocaine shipment to local home appeared first on County 17.

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Viral disease found in birds detected across Wyoming

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2025/10/15

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Scientists have discovered that avian paramyxovirus, a viral disease found in doves and pigeons, was recently found in Wyoming. A release from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department states that Eurasian collared-doves from Casper, Green River, Riverton and Rock Springs tested positive for the disease, which can spread rapidly in areas where birds […] The post Viral disease found in birds detected across Wyoming appeared first on County 17.

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1 dies, 2 injured in Oct. 7 rollover crash

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2025/10/15

ROCK RIVER, Wyo. — One person died and two others were injured Oct. 7 in a single-vehicle wreck in Albany County. At roughly 11:16 a.m., a pickup truck drove off the road along U.S. Highway 287 before overcorrecting. The driver then slid across the road, entered a ditch while backward and rolled the car. Killed […] The post 1 dies, 2 injured in Oct. 7 rollover crash appeared first on County 17.

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Cowboys to head south Saturday for contest with Air...

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2025/10/15

LARAMIE, Wyo. — The Wyoming Cowboys have hit the road, heading south to take on Front Range rival Air Force on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. It marks the first road conference game for the Brown and Gold this season. Saturday’s contest will be televised on CBS Sports Network. Rich Waltz will be on the call […] The post Cowboys to head south Saturday for contest with Air Force appeared first on County 17.

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Woman dies after being struck by vehicle in...

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2025/10/15

GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — A Wyoming woman is dead following a vehicle–pedestrian collision that took place in Sweetwater County, near Green River. A preliminary report from the Wyoming Highway Patrol states that the crash took place on Wednesday, Oct. 8 on Monroe Avenue (ML17222B) near milepost 100.38. The report states that 62-year-old Kim Stratton was […] The post Woman dies after being struck by vehicle in Sweetwater County appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County School Board reviews policy updates,...

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2025/10/15

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County School District Board of Trustees met Tuesday evening at Wright Junior Senior High School, where members approved a series of administrative actions, recognized staff and student achievements and discussed potential changes to policies on cellphones and artificial intelligence in classrooms. Board Chair Lisa Durgin presided over the meeting, which […] The post Campbell County School Board reviews policy updates, celebrates heroism at Wright meeting

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C17 Crime Clips for Wednesday, Oct. 15

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2025/10/15

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Here is a summary of notable crimes in and around Gillette yesterday, Oct. 14, obtained through law enforcement reports compiled by the Gillette Police Department and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office. Reckless Driving, Oct. 14, Sioux Avenue, GPD A 54-year-old man reported that sometime during the day, tire marks appeared in his […] The post C17 Crime Clips for Wednesday, Oct. 15 appeared first on County 17.

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Arrests, Arraignments for Wednesday, Oct. 15

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2025/10/15

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Arrests are as provided by the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office. Some names have been withheld at the request of law enforcement. All persons cited or arrested are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filing by the Campbell County Attorney’s Office. Arrests Arraignments The post Arrests, Arraignments for Wednesday, Oct. 15 appeared first on County 17.

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Dense fog, possible thunderstorms expected in...

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2025/10/15

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Campbell County residents can expect foggy and unsettled weather through Thursday, with the possibility of isolated thunderstorms later tonight, according to the National Weather Service in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dense fog and patchy drizzle are expected to linger through Wednesday morning, reducing visibility on area highways. The fog may continue in […] The post Dense fog, possible thunderstorms expected in Campbell County appeared first on County 17.

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Panel advances legislation restricting sexual content...

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2025/10/15

by Andrew Graham, WyoFile A Wyoming legislative panel on Monday endorsed a bill that would dictate where libraries shelve certain books, lending strong support to a measure that has drawn deep opposition from activists and advocates ahead of the 2026 legislative session. After repeatedly revising the bill over nearly three hours of discussion, the Joint Judiciary […] The post Panel advances legislation restricting sexual content in Wyoming library books appeared first on

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Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (10/14/25)

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2025/10/15

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on Tuesday, Oct. 14: Year to date, the Campbell County Fire Department has responded to 2,545 requests for service. The post Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (10/14/25) appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County woman arrested after K-9 search leads...

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2025/10/14

GILLETTE, Wyo. — A Campbell County woman was arrested after a late-night traffic stop led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine, according to an affidavit of probable cause filed in Circuit Court. Bobbie Lee Myers, 42, was charged with possession of less than 3 grams of a crystal-form controlled substance under Wyoming Statute 35-7-1031. The […] The post Campbell County woman arrested after K-9 search leads to meth discovery appeared first on County 17.

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