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Northeast Wyoming faces heat as Fourth of July...

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2025/07/03

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Northeastern Wyoming can expect a mix of hot temperatures and chances for isolated thunderstorms starting today, according to the National Weather Service in Rapid City, South Dakota. Today’s forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with a high of 92 degrees. There may be some isolated showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m., with […] The post Northeast Wyoming faces heat as Fourth of July approaches appeared first on County 17.

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‘Potential explosives’ prompt evacuation of several...

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2025/07/02

UPDATE, 4:23 p.m.: A public information officer with the Laramie Police Department clarified that the evacuation threat was in response to the finding of firework-making materials. Officers decided to evacuate the area out of abundance of caution. CASPER, Wyo. — The presence of potential explosives has prompted the Albany County Sheriff’s Office to evacuate a […] The post ‘Potential explosives’ prompt evacuation of several blocks in north Laramie appeared first on County 17.

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Medicaid, insurance cuts in ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’...

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2025/07/02

by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile At least 12,000 Wyoming residents are projected to lose health coverage if President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” is signed into law, health care advocates say. The voluminous bill inched closer to passage Tuesday when it cleared the Senate by a single vote cast by Vice President J.D. Vance. Wyoming’s two Republican […] The post Medicaid, insurance cuts in ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ will harm Wyoming, health care advocates warn appeared first on County

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Kautz named next Wyoming attorney general

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2025/07/02

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Keith Kautz was recently appointed the next Wyoming attorney general, beginning July 7. He will replace Ryan Schelhaas, who has been serving as the interim attorney general following the departure of Bridget Hill. Kautz served as a justice on the Wyoming Supreme Court from 2015 until 2024, when he turned 70 and […] The post Kautz named next Wyoming attorney general appeared first on County 17.

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60 UW students from Campbell County graduated this...

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Sixty students with roots in multiple Campbell County communities donned their cap and gown and walked the stage this spring, receiving their degrees and setting the foundation for their future. All students who went through years of work are recognized below according to the community they came from. Included next to each […] The post 60 UW students from Campbell County graduated this spring appeared first on County 17.

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Gillette College students show out at national...

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Gillette College students from a wide variety of disciplines had the recent opportunity to show off their skills at SkillsUSA’s national competition in Atlanta last month. Multiple students placed high in the national rankings, with some even taking home awards and industry certifications. “These students demonstrated tremendous skill, professionalism, and dedication on […] The post Gillette College students show out at national SkillsUSA competition; bring home

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UW, other Wyoming educators gather to share...

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2025/07/02

ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — Educators from across Wyoming convened recently in Rock Springs to share innovative teaching strategies developed throughout the 2024–25 academic year. Organized by the University of Wyoming Science Initiative’s Learning Actively Mentoring Program, the annual Wyoming Learning Communities for Pedagogies of Innovative Excellence gathering serves as a showcase for learning advances in […] The post UW, other Wyoming educators gather to share innovative teaching, learning

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Arrests, Arraignments for July 1

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2025/07/02

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 July 1 appeared first on County 17.

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Woman arrested after crashing into light pole while...

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — A 47-year-old Gillette woman is in police custody and is facing charges for driving under the influence with a child passenger after officers found her crashed into a pole and heavily impaired yesterday, July 1. According to Gillette Deputy Chief of Police Brent Wasson, GPD officers located a crashed 2002 Chevy Suburban […] The post Woman arrested after crashing into light pole while on drugs; granddaughter in car appeared first on County 17.

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Dog days of summer here in Gillette; two days of...

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Hot conditions with some isolated showers are taking over the Gillette area today, with cooler temps returning on July 4. Rain, however, won’t be going anywhere. According to the National Weather Service in Rapid City, South Dakota, today will see a high near 93 degrees and will only be cooled by 5–10 […] The post Dog days of summer here in Gillette; two days of 90-degree weather appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (7/1/25)

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on Tuesday, July 1: Year to date, the Campbell County Fire Department has responded to 1,564 requests for service. The post Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (7/1/25) appeared first on County 17.

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Gray asks court to toss case challenging Wyoming’s...

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2025/07/02

by Maggie Mullen, WyoFile Attorneys for Secretary of State Chuck Gray asked a federal court Friday to dismiss a lawsuit against Wyoming’s new voter registration law, arguing in two filings that the complaint does not sufficiently demonstrate how the new requirements could harm potential voters. Once the law goes into effect Tuesday, proof of state residency […] The post Gray asks court to toss case challenging Wyoming’s new voter registration law appeared first on County 17.

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Notice: City Council’s July 15, Aug. 5 meetings...

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Among other business discussed at the Gillette City Council’s July 1 meeting was an announcement that the city will be rescheduling two upcoming council meetings. The July 15 meeting will be pushed to July 22, while the Aug. 5 meeting will be held the evening immediately prior on Aug. 4. July 15 […] The post Notice: City Council’s July 15, Aug. 5 meetings rescheduled appeared first on County 17.

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City approves contracts for city hall, wastewater...

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Gillette City Council has approved a series of contracts for some reportedly much-needed improvements around public facilities, most notably city hall and the city’s wastewater treatment plant. The city also finalized its integrated resource plan with the Western Area Power Administration so that it could continue sourcing some hydroelectric energy from […] The post City approves contracts for city hall, wastewater treatment plant improvements appeared first on

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City Council approves new advisory board...

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Gillette City Council has officially approved its new rosters for some of the boards that advise on various city projects and initiatives, while recognizing some individuals as they departed. Approval didn’t come easily, however, as disagreements about the amount of time councilmembers could review applicants preceded ultimate approval. Listed below are […] The post City Council approves new advisory board appointments, despite debate within council appeared first

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City Council grants special event permit for National...

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2025/07/02

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Gillette City Council has approved a special event permit for National Night Out, a nationwide event that seeks to build a stronger sense of community between law enforcement and civilians, for Aug. 5. The event will take place that day from 3 to 9 p.m. and was requested by the city […] The post City Council grants special event permit for National Night Out Aug. 5 appeared first on County 17.

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Wright library basement improvements design...

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2025/07/01

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County commissioners have agreed to partner with Structural Dynamics LLC of Gillette once again as the company looks to finish its improvement project on the basement of the Wright branch of the Campbell County Library. “We’ve done some work on this in years past, and it’s the same designer,” Campbell […] The post Wright library basement improvements design contractor found; final renovations to begin in September appeared first on County

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County approves 2025–26 budget of $145 million,...

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2025/07/01

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The end of June and beginning of July means it’s budget season. After some discussion and public comment, the Campbell County government has settled on a $145,939,859 budget for the new fiscal year. The commission also finalized new county board member positions. The county’s budget allocates funds for a plethora of various […] The post County approves 2025–26 budget of $145 million, appoints new board members appeared first on County 17.

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County approves grants for road, water improvements...

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2025/07/01

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County commissioners have approved a series of small grants for some minor, but much needed, improvements in select rural neighborhoods around the county. These grants, which range from $686.49 to $36,887.13, will go to various infrastructural improvements in four agricultural–residential neighborhoods between Gillette and Wright. While two only require some […] The post County approves grants for road, water improvements in rural Wright, Gillette neighborhoods

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C17 Crime Clips for June 30

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2025/07/01

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Here is a summary of notable crimes in and around Gillette yesterday, June 30, obtained through law enforcement reports compiled by the Gillette Police Department and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office. Trespassing — CCSO A 56-year-old female caller reported to deputies that a man was on her property without authorization. When deputies […] The post C17 Crime Clips for June 30 appeared first on County 17.

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