Good morning, Gillette.

On Sunday, June 22, the Campbell County Fire Department answered four medical calls at Rocky Point Road, Hackamore Court, Church Street, and Second Street—bringing its year-to-date total to 1,492 service requests.

Two people died Friday evening when a Kawasaki motorcycle was involved in a high-speed chase on U.S. 14-16 near Gillette—its rider Jonathan Townsend and passenger Amber Cisneros lost control after reaching up to 130 mph during a 15-minute pursuit—and crashed on impact.

The Rockpile Museum will host an antique tractor pull and show on July 19 at 8 a.m. at the lot next to the fire station at 900 W Second St. The event will feature a tractor pull weigh-in at 10 a.m. and food and entertainment until 3 p.m.—admission is free.

Gas prices increased for the second week as Middle East tensions drive up costs—AAA and GasBuddy data show the national average rose nearly 10 cents to $3.18 per gallon, with Campbell County prices rising 13 cents to $3.22 today.

Eighty-five Wyoming businesses have signed a letter urging Senators Barrasso and Lummis to vote against selling public lands— a move they say could hurt local tourism and recreation.

A public protest will be held at the State Capitol on June 26 at 6 p.m. as lawmakers consider the proposal to reduce national debt.

Gov. Mark Gordon announced Andrew Merritt from Kemmerer as the winner of the Wyoming Governor’s Wild Bison Raffle, as stated by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.

The raffle raised $5,540 and will support wildlife and habitat projects through the Wyoming Governor’s Big Game License Coalition — benefiting local conservation efforts.

Backyard Yard Games Bonanza

9-10 a.m. — Sage Bluffs Park — Free for Braintree students and caregivers — Enjoy a morning of sunshine and classic backyard games with friends and family.