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Gillette
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Gillette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming Education Association President Kim Amen criticized a select committee on Thursday for proposing $88 million in cuts that could increase class sizes and eliminate over 700 education jobs, and public comments are scheduled for next Thursday, Jan. 22 at Capitol Extension room E005. Wyoming News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Research from the Wyoming Outdoor Council shows hyperscale data centers could stress local power and water systems as developers benefit from tax breaks and low oversight. Lawmakers have not filed data center bills, and proposals will be considered after the Feb. 9 budget session (to protect ratepayers and resources). Wyoming Public Media
- ➤ On Friday evening, Gillette city staff gathered at the biennial awards banquet to honor employee achievements, with Corporal Cody Geeting and teams from Animal Control and Vehicle Maintenance among the award winners. The event also featured a Dueling Pianos performance & catered meals. County 17
- ➤ Campbell County Fire Department advises residents to be cautious during a dry January as fire season approaches — officials note that it is too early to predict conditions. Gillette News Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cowboys will head to Fresno State on Saturday as they look for their second road win in conference play. The team holds an 11-6 overall record and 2-4 in conference play while Leland Walker and Naz Meyer lead the offense. County 17
- ➤ Work on the new Campbell County High School stadium begins this spring, and officials say it will be ready for the 2027 outdoor track season to host sports events. Gillette News Record
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