Gillette Local News – Saturday, February 28th, 2026

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Saturday, February 28th, 2026

Good morning, Gillette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ The Senate Education Committee advanced HB159, which protects student speech in homework and artwork while narrowing limits on school organizing (removing a mandatory $5,000 damage floor) with near-unanimous bipartisan support. The bill now moves to the Senate Floor with four days remaining in the Budget Session. County 17

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ A red flag warning is in effect for southern Campbell County today from noon to 6 p.m. as northwest winds and low humidity heighten fire danger; officials advise avoiding outdoor burns and securing trailer chains (fire crews will monitor conditions closely). County 17

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ WYDOT announced that donors raised $33,784 through a search and rescue specialty plate auction to support local volunteer teams that respond to over 300 missions annually. Plate 307 fetched $5,700 in bids as part of the fundraiser. County 17

GILLETTE EVENTS

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GILLETTE REAL ESTATE

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GILLETTE JOB BOARD

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GILLETTE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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