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Gillette
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Gillette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Local firefighters put out a house fire on Wednesday afternoon after two residents were safely evacuated — the Red Cross is assisting the affected homeowners. Gillette News Record
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local farmers in Gillette face widespread drought and rising fuel + fertilizer costs due to a low snowpack and a closed Strait of Hormuz. The Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation said the challenges may affect crop growth, cattle grazing, and irrigation this summer. Wyoming Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The CBH CO-OP Foundation is expanding its scholarship program in 2026 by increasing awards from five to 15, with each $1,000 scholarship now attracting a record 45 student applications. Executive Director Mike Galloway said the effort supports rural students and strengthens the local community. County 17
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A cold front is moving through Campbell County today, bringing breezy winds — gusting up to 40 mph and a drop in highs to the 40s, with rain turning to a mix of rain and snow tonight and scattered showers through the weekend. County 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department tested 5,300 samples and found chronic wasting disease in new deer and elk hunt areas. Hunters are advised not to consume meat from infected animals and to submit samples for testing — a measure to track the disease. Wyoming Public Media
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