Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
Good morning, Gillette.
🏘️ Community
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Powder River Chapter will hold its annual banquet offering good food and a chance to win new hunting equipment for local hunters.
More details about the time and place will be shared soon — this event supports community conservation efforts.
📰 Economy
An analysis by Trace One found Wyoming residents lead online searches for American-made goods, with search interest at a perfect score and nearly doubled since early 2025.
The study showed that 43% of Americans now favor domestic products and many value American jobs+some groups are even willing to pay a small premium for these goods.
🏛️ Government
Lawmakers are reviewing ways to allow temporary storage of spent nuclear fuel to support Radiant Industries’ plan for microreactor manufacturing near Bar Nunn—experts testified on the record of dry cask storage while community concerns persist.
The legislative committee will reconvene on July 29-30 in Casper to consider revised versions of the proposed bill.
The Wyoming Gaming Commission is warning Gillette residents against playing illegal online casino games because most sites are run overseas and lack proper oversight.
Violators face misdemeanor charges with up to six months in jail and a $750 fine—operators face felony charges that can include up to three years in prison and a $10K fine.
The Wyoming Transportation Commission has allocated $18.5 million for 11 statewide projects, with Gillette-based contractors S & L Industrial and Wescom Inc. winning bids of $281,020 and $258,579 to mark roads & install lighting at pedestrian crossings.
The projects, funded mainly by federal & state money, are scheduled for completion by Oct. 31.
The Wyoming Supreme Court has stayed the 30-day suspension of Laramie attorney Vaughn H.
Neubauer if he follows new office rules during a six-month probation period. He missed filing key legal papers on time and agreed to reimburse fees to his clients—actions meant to help his office run properly.
🏥 Health
Vitalant will host blood drives in Gillette in June to help hospitals and patients get a safe blood supply this summer.
The first drive will be held on June 11 from 8 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. at the City West building — additional drives will be on June 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. and on June 19 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Campbell County Recreation Center.
The Wyoming Department of Health warns that common sense and careful hygiene can prevent water- and animal-borne illnesses this summer; residents should wash hands, supervise children around poultry and water sources, and avoid swallowing pool water.
WDH advises people to steer clear of swimming when ill, shower before entering water, and boil or filter untreated water—measures that help lower risks of illnesses like salmonellosis and giardiasis.
🎉 Gillette Events
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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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