Good morning, Gillette.

Local firefighters put out a house fire on Wednesday afternoon after two residents were safely evacuated — the Red Cross is assisting the affected homeowners.

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.

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.

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.

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.