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Gillette ‘No Kings’ rally, protest set for June 14

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2025/06/12

GILLETTE, Wyo. — An afternoon protest to take place in Gillette this weekend will join hundreds of others in a nationwide movement to express frustrations over alleged actions by President Donald Trump. The protest is part of the “No Kings” movement and will take place at Dalbey Memorial Park, 900 Edwards St., starting at 1 […] The post Gillette ‘No Kings’ rally, protest set for June 14 appeared first on County 17.

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Morris appointed director of UW Humanities Institute

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2025/06/12

By University of Wyoming LARAMIE, Wyo. — University of Wyoming history assistant professor, author and Fulbright scholar Melissa Morris was recently appointed the next director of the Wyoming Institute for Humanities Research. WIHR promotes, supports and showcases humanities scholarship at UW and throughout the state and world. The institute supports individual and collaborative research projects of […] The post Morris appointed director of UW Humanities Institute appeared first on

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Jackson girl gets Make-A-Wish trip to Disney World

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2025/06/12

By Julie Schmitt Lily, from Jackson, is eight years old and expresses herself through art, gymnastics, and a love for princesses. From collecting all the princess Barbie dolls to playing princess dress up at home, Lily loves the magic and elegance that signifies a princess. With her eighth birthday approaching, Lily had one birthday wish in […] The post Jackson girl gets Make-A-Wish trip to Disney World appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County students earn academic honors, degrees

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2025/06/12

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Students from Campbell County have recently earned various academic honors, including Dean’s and President’s List recognitions and degrees. Here’s a look at some of the notable accomplishments: Morningside University Morningside University proudly recognizes the achievements of its May 2025 graduates, awarding general honors based on outstanding academic performance in undergraduate coursework. May […] The post Campbell County students earn academic honors, degrees appeared

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Heart Mountain accepts Rep. Winter’s apology for...

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2025/06/12

POWELL, Wyo. — The Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation announced it has accepted an apology from state Rep. John Winter, R-Thermopolis, for his use of a derogatory term when referring to the Heart Mountain incarceration site during a legislative committee hearing Tuesday. Winter had called the site the “J– camp,” a term considered offensive, as originally […] The post Heart Mountain accepts Rep. Winter’s apology for derogatory term use appeared first on County 17.

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Chance of thunderstorms today; chance of severe...

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2025/06/12

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Higher temperatures and stronger thunderstorms are on their way to Gillette the next few days, with Friday night especially at risk of severe thunderstorms. Today will see only a small chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Otherwise, today will be sunny and warm, with a high near 78 degrees. Winds […] The post Chance of thunderstorms today; chance of severe thunderstorms tomorrow appeared first on County 17.

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Wyoming lawmaker uses slur for Japanese people before...

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2025/06/12

by Andrew Graham, WyoFile On Tuesday, a group of legislators visited Heart Mountain Interpretive Center, which exists to remember anti-Asian discrimination and the mass incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II. Before the tour, Joint Agricultural Committee Chairman Rep. John Winter used an anti-Japanese racial slur while discussing the historic site. Closing out a morning […] The post Wyoming lawmaker uses slur for Japanese people before visiting Heart Mountain internment

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Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/11/25)

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2025/06/12

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on Wednesday, June 11: Year to date, the Campbell County Fire Department has responded to 1,418 requests for service. The post Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/11/25) appeared first on County 17.

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Wyoming lawmakers step toward bill clarifying corner...

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2025/06/11

by Mike Koshmrl, WyoFile Corner-crossing public land users have had their legal access rights repeatedly affirmed, and on Friday, the sheriff of the county where it all started was asked if state statute changes could help his deputies navigate the new legal landscape. Carbon County Sheriff Alex Bakken retorted that his officers are acting under the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals’ […] The post Wyoming lawmakers step toward bill clarifying corner crossing’s

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Gillette Children’s Memorial Walkway Remembrance...

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2025/06/11

GILLETTE, Wyo. — This coming Monday, residents and city leaders will gather at the Children’s Memorial Garden in annual remembrance of children in the community who have lost their lives. According to the City of Gillette, the Children’s Memorial Walkway Remembrance Ceremony is set for 5:30 p.m. June 16 at the Children’s Memorial Garden, located […] The post Gillette Children’s Memorial Walkway Remembrance Ceremony set for June 16 appeared first on County 17.

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Casper man sentenced for drug trafficking, firearms...

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2025/06/11

CASPER, Wyo. — A Casper man was among several people recently sentenced for federal crimes, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Wyoming. The sentencings covered drug trafficking, firearms offenses, illegal reentry and public land violations. Donald Cameron Jackson, 33, of Casper, was sentenced to 155 months in prison and five […] The post Casper man sentenced for drug trafficking, firearms offenses appeared first on County 17.

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Gillette animal shelter offers ‘name your own...

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2025/06/11

GILLETTE, Wyo. — As part of an ongoing effort to place pets in homes, the City of Gillette Animal Shelter is allowing residents to name their adoption fees through Monday. Until June 16, residents may pay what they want to take home a pet from the shelter, which said in a social media post that […] The post Gillette animal shelter offers ‘name your own adoption fee’ appeared first on County 17.

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Region could see hail, damaging winds today; Gillette...

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2025/06/11

GILLETTE, Wyo. — While forecasts indicate Gillette will only be in for marginally severe thunderstorms this afternoon, tonight and tomorrow, the National Weather Service in Rapid City, South Dakota, reports that there is a small risk of scattered thunderstorms bringing hail and strong winds across northeast Wyoming and southwest South Dakota. As the forecast for […] The post Region could see hail, damaging winds today; Gillette rainy and warm otherwise appeared first on County 17.

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Savvy 13-year-old Teton wolf almost breaks all-time...

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2025/06/11

by Mike Koshmrl, WyoFile Biologist Ken Mills sensed a shrewdness and smarts in Wolf 840M, a gray male canine that lived longer than any of the other 1,500-plus Wyoming wolves that have been ID’d and tracked since the species was reintroduced to the state three decades ago. First captured and collared as a 1-year-old living west of […] The post Savvy 13-year-old Teton wolf almost breaks all-time age record appeared first on County 17.

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Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/10/25)

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2025/06/11

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on Tuesday, June 10: Year to date, the Campbell County Fire Department has responded to 1,408 requests for service. The post Campbell County Fire Dept. Report (6/10/25) appeared first on County 17.

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New Jersey man second to be gored at Yellowstone this...

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2025/06/10

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. — A 30-year-old New Jersey man sustained minor injuries after he was gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday, June 10, according to a release from the park. Park officials say the man was gored around 9:45 a.m. after a large group of visitors approached a bison too […] The post New Jersey man second to be gored at Yellowstone this year appeared first on County 17.

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People want more Wyoming trails. Lawmakers ponder...

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2025/06/10

by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile A growing body of hikers, mountain bikers, cross-country skiers and backpackers clearly want more non-motorized trails built in Wyoming, Deputy Director of Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources Chris Floyd told lawmakers Thursday. What is not so clear is how to pay for them. “We have more requests for non-motorized trails — […] The post People want more Wyoming trails. Lawmakers ponder ways to pay for them. appeared first on County 17.

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BLM seeking comment in exchange to unlock 2K acres of...

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2025/06/10

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Federal land managers are soliciting public input regarding a preliminary environmental review for a proposed land exchange in northern Campbell County to unlock access to thousands of acres of public land. According to the Bureau of Land Management, the environmental assessment is for the exchange of 1,268 acres of the Quarter Circle […] The post BLM seeking comment in exchange to unlock 2K acres of public land appeared first on County 17.

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Today to be hot with chance of rainy afternoon

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2025/06/10

GILLETTE, Wyo. — More active weather is likely to take hold of Gillette today, with even stronger weather to come in the latter half of the week. All the while, it it going to continue to be a warm week in Campbell County. Today’s activity will only manifest in a slight chance of precipitation after […] The post Today to be hot with chance of rainy afternoon appeared first on County 17.

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Litigation over Wyoming’s beleaguered Star Plunge...

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2025/06/10

by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile The legal battle over a popular swimming spot in Hot Springs State Park could last years, Star Plunge owner Roland Luehne wrote in an open letter last week, casting renewed doubt over the reopening of the pools. The Star Plunge closed to the public in January after Luehne’s latest management agreement with Wyoming State […] The post Litigation over Wyoming’s beleaguered Star Plunge could last ‘years,’ owner says appeared first on County 17.

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