Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
Good morning, Gillette.
Cloudy skies and cool temperatures did not keep over 100 people from gathering Monday at Mount Pisgah Cemetery—veterans were honored during the Memorial Day ceremony.
PureWest, Wyoming’s largest natural gas producer, is partnering with two firms to build a project near Evanston that will supply low-carbon natural gas power to data centers.
The project will start at 150 megawatts and scale up to 1,200 megawatts—while PureWest works to earn a low-carbon verification certificate to meet energy customers’ needs.
Gillette will host Dusty Vaquero Days at the Cam-Plex Central Pavilion this weekend as country music acts perform Friday from 5 until 11 p.m. and Saturday from 2 until 11 p.m. Organizers say the event will offer a lively atmosphere + showcase new talent.
Campbell County drivers saw gas prices drop by 10 cents to an average of $3.15 last week, even as the national average rose by 1 cent to $3.13—Gillette stations reported prices as low as $3.09.
Gillette College board chairman Josh McGrath criticized Campbell County commissioners for saying the county would stop funding the college—he said the county still supports it.
Residents can now secure an online firewood permit for Bighorn National Forest from the Forest Service website — removing the need for in-person visits.
Forest Supervisor Andrew Johnson said the new system offers more flexibility and will later include permits for other forest products.
Gov. Gordon released his 'On Brand' newsletter on Friday accusing Secretary Gray of posting deceptive social media messages about his energy plans, and Gray later posted a video on Facebook calling the comments 'bonkers.' Gray defended his no vote against wind leases approved by state board members in Converse and Niobrara counties.
Most elk, deer & antelope hunters must submit their fall hunt applications online by midnight on June 2, according to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.
Computer stations are set up at regional offices for those without computer access & an interactive Hunt Planner helps hunters review area details like topography and access.
Governor Gordon appointed Ryan Schelhaas as Interim Attorney General after Bridget Hill left to join the Wyoming Supreme Court—Schelhaas served as Chief Deputy since 2019 and joined the office in 2003.
Shrek The Musical
7-10 p.m. — CAM-PLEX Multi-Event Facilities — Ticket availability limited — Enjoy the beloved story of Shrek brought to life in this musical adventure.
Donkey Creek Summer Solstice 5K
6:15-7:30 p.m. — Dalbey Memorial Park — Entry fee required — Run along the scenic Donkey Creek Pathway and embrace the summer solstice with fellow participants.
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