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Both Wyoming senators in support of strikes on Iran...

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2025/06/22

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Following the sudden American bombing of three sites in Iran said to have been at the forefront of nuclear technologies development Sunday morning Iranian time, both of Wyoming’s senators have released statements praising President Donald Trump’s decision to carry out the attacks. Yesterday evening in the United States, phones lit up with […] The post Both Wyoming senators in support of strikes on Iran nuclear facilities appeared first on County 17.

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Horse Fire now over 2,250 acres; calmer winds and...

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2025/06/22

PINEDALE, Wyo. — After a day of growth fueled by erratic winds, the Horse Fire in western Wyoming is now 2,251 acres in size and only 13% contained. A new low-pressure system to the north could, however, bring calmer winds, lower temps and some much-needed rain over the affected area today. According to the Bridger-Teton […] The post Horse Fire now over 2,250 acres; calmer winds and rain are possible aid today appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/21/25)

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2025/06/22

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on Saturday, June 21: Year to date, the Campbell County Fire Department has responded to 1,488 requests for service. The post Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/21/25) appeared first on County 17.

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Very cool Sunday in Gillette; strong winds also possible

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2025/06/22

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Cooler, windier and potentially stormier days are arriving in Gillette today, with the area not seeing the return of 80-degree weather until Thursday. Meanwhile, the severity of potential thunderstorms is slated to increased as the next few days progress. Today will experience a high of only 64 degrees, with the skies starting […] The post Very cool Sunday in Gillette; strong winds also possible appeared first on County 17.

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Warm water temperatures, low river flows prompt early...

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2025/06/21

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. — Earlier this week, Yellowstone National Park began closing certain fishing spots at 2 p.m. each day due to warm water temperatures and low river flows. Water temperatures in certain rivers and streams have exceeded 68 degrees in recent days, while flows remain low. According to park staff, these conditions can […] The post Warm water temperatures, low river flows prompt early fishing closures at select Yellowstone rivers appeared first on County 17.

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In shadow of court ruling, Wyoming begins to...

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2025/06/21

By Katie Klingsporn Wyoming lawmakers have launched the state’s 2025 school recalibration, an exhaustive and tedious assessment of public education funding mandated every five years. This time, however, they are doing so in the shadow of a district court ruling that the Wyoming Legislature violated the state’s constitution by underfunding public education and must amend that. The new […] The post In shadow of court ruling, Wyoming begins to ‘recalibrate’ public

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Former Cowgirl Barnes signs professional contract...

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2025/06/21

LARAMIE, Wyo. — Former Wyoming Cowgirl basketball player and recent graduate Tess Barnes has signed a professional contract to play with Tapiolan Honka of the Naisten Korisliiga League in Finland. Barnes led the Cowgirls in 3-pointers in each of her final two seasons in the Brown and Gold. The Gisborne, Australia, native ended her career […] The post Former Cowgirl Barnes signs professional contract with Tapiolan Honka of Finland appeared first on County 17.

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New federal estimates could open more of southwest...

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2025/06/21

By Dustin Bleizeffer The U.S. Bureau of Land Management’s effort to remove barriers to energy development within the 3.6 million-acre Rock Springs Resource Management Plan area will include revised estimates of oil and natural gas reserves, according to the agency. “We previously determined the potential for fluid mineral development to be low, especially for the Red […] The post New federal estimates could open more of southwest Wyoming to oil and gas appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/20/25)

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2025/06/21

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on June 20: The post Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/20/25) appeared first on County 17.

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Sunny start to weekend expected before chance of rain

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2025/06/21

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The National Weather Service in Rapid City, South Dakota, predicts a sunny start to the weekend for the Gillette area, though forecasts reveal the slight chance of rain to close it out. Today will begin with partly cloudy skies before gradual clearing throughout the morning and early afternoon, as temperatures reach a […] The post Sunny start to weekend expected before chance of rain appeared first on County 17.

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C17 Crime Clips for Friday, June 20

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2025/06/20

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Here is a summary of notable crimes in and around Gillette in the last 24 hours. Information was obtained through daily media conferences with officials from the Gillette Police Department and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office. Crash — Thursday, June 19 (CCSO) A 64-year-old Gillette woman backed out a parking space on […] The post C17 Crime Clips for Friday, June 20 appeared first on County 17.

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Horse Fire grows to over 1,800 acres; 11% contained

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2025/06/20

PINEDALE, Wyo. — It has now been a week since a lightning strike over dry, timber-heavy mountain terrain ignited Wyoming’s first significant wildfire of the season. Seven days later, the Horse Fire has grown to 1,857 acres. According to the most recent update published on Facebook by the Bridger-Teton National Forest, 223 firefighters are currently […] The post Horse Fire grows to over 1,800 acres; 11% contained appeared first on County 17.

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UW’s LaFore finishes runner-up at U20 National...

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2025/06/20

By Colton Merritt EUGENE, Ore. — University of Wyoming freshman Charles LaFore placed second in the hammer throw at the USATF U20 National Championship at Hayward Field on Thursday. LaFore qualified for the under-20 championships earlier this season with his throw of 66.68 meters, the then No. 8 best U20 U.S. throw ever. However, at this […] The post UW’s LaFore finishes runner-up at U20 National Championships appeared first on County 17.

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Arrests, Arraignments for Friday, June 20

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2025/06/20

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 Friday, June 20 appeared first on County 17.

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Gordon, Gray feud escalates as Wyoming’s top...

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2025/06/20

by Maggie Mullen, WyoFile CHEYENNE—Observers expected tension when Wyoming officials met early this month to determine the fate of a prized state property at the base of Casper Mountain. Since early 2024, a group of Natrona County residents has protested the development of a state-approved gravel mine at the site. They formed an organization and gathered tens of […] The post Gordon, Gray feud escalates as Wyoming’s top officials grapple with mining, wind projects appeared

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Today, Saturday warm before seasonable temps return...

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2025/06/20

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Very warm conditions Friday and Saturday will come to a sharp halt as Sunday’s high drops to 65 degrees. Next week will produce more seasonable weather, with rain once again possible. Today will be an unseasonably warm 90 degrees, as south-southwest winds continue to bring in warm, 5–10 mph breezes. Wind speeds […] The post Today, Saturday warm before seasonable temps return Sunday appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/20/25)

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2025/06/20

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on Thursday, June 19: Year to date, the Campbell County Fire Department has responded to 1,477 requests for service. The post Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/20/25) appeared first on County 17.

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Two bikers dead after truck crosses line near Wright

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2025/06/19

CASPER, Wyo. — Two Wyoming residents on motorcycles died Wednesday on Highway 450 near Wright after a truck drifted into their lane and struck them head-on, authorities said. Campbell County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers responded to the crash east of Wright around 8:10 a.m. Wednesday, WHP Sgt. Jason Roascio told Oil […] The post Two bikers dead after truck crosses line near Wright appeared first on County 17.

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Wyoming tiger trout record broken for third...

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2025/06/19

KEMMERER, Wyo. — Another year, another tiger trout record in Wyoming. Shelby Holder of Kemmerer set the new record on June 6 with a 14-pound, 15.2-ounce fish caught in the Hams Fork River near Kemmerer. The fish was 31.2 inches long and had a girth of 19 inches. Holder shattered the previous record, set last […] The post Wyoming tiger trout record broken for third consecutive year appeared first on County 17.

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Go somewhere new this summer with these hidden...

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2025/06/19

by Christine Peterson, WyoFile Most Wyomingites have soaked in the Thermopolis hot springs and have likely camped, fished or biked at Glendo State Park. But how many of us have visited Names Hill Historic Site near LaBarge or stopped to look at the Ames Monument at the highest point on the original transcontinental railroad route? Chances […] The post Go somewhere new this summer with these hidden Wyoming gems appeared first on County 17.

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