Good morning, Gillette.

On Saturday, the 10th Annual Matthew Sorenson Memorial Disc Golf Tournament begins at 8 a.m. at West River Championship Disc Golf to support families (supporting EDGE).

At Campbell County Public Library, the Fireweed LitArts Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a Q&A and workshop on writing.

Researchers from Wyoming, Nevada and Idaho are using non-generative AI to digitize legacy data on critical minerals including lithium and cobalt — a project funded by the Intermountain Critical Minerals Research Launchpad — to create a searchable database that saves time for scientists and boosts supply chain security.

Campbell County Fire Department is responding to an emerging wildfire covering over 300 acres in Montgomery Draw, west of Echeta Road.

Aircraft + heavy equipment are en route, and residents are advised to avoid the area.

Governor Mark Gordon issued an executive order on Aug.

6 to ease transportation rules for livestock feed after drought, heat, and wildfires reduced hay and pasture forage; the order authorizes emergency permits for vehicles and lasts 30 days — aiding local ranchers.

Sundance High School sophomore Luke Halverson was chosen as Wyoming's male representative for the Freedom 250 Patriot Games in Geneva, Ohio (the national event runs from Aug.

9 to Aug. 11 and offers $250,000 in scholarships).

Gillette College Athletics announced its 2026 Hall of Fame class on Thursday, honoring seven athletes, coaches and contributors who have impacted Pronghorn sports.

The induction ceremony will be held on Saturday, Oct. 3 at Gillette College Tech Flex (social hour begins at 5 p.m.), followed by dinner and a program.