Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
Good morning, Gillette.
🚨 Crime
Gillette man Joshua Ogden was arrested on Aug.
6 after deputies found him riding his Harley while searching for him on an outstanding warrant—he now faces multiple felony charges including marijuana possession with a preliminary hearing set for Aug. 12 at 2 p.m.
A Gillette man was arrested on Aug.
5 for allegedly sharing intimate images of himself with an ex-partner to harass her—he now faces up to one year in jail and a $5,000 fine after police linked his actions to a property damage investigation.
📰 Economy
Wyoming will lose about $50M in annual revenue as lower coal royalties under One Big Beautiful Bill take effect—state financial forecasters say the drop may reduce funding for schools, roads, and local services.
Lawmakers note that small rises in severance and ad valorem payments are not enough to make up the gap.
🏛️ Government
The Gillette City Pool will close on Aug.
15 to give lifeguards time to prepare for the school year starting on Aug. 18. Residents are encouraged to review bus routes and school zones to maintain public safety during this transition.
The Wyoming Legislature’s Select Committee on Gaming discussed a potential bill Thursday—one that could give cities and counties more authority to decide on new gambling facility locations.
Lawmakers aim to let local officials set their own rules for gambling businesses, which may change local control soon.
Campbell County Commissioners are accepting applications to fill two vacant seats on the land board.
Interested residents can apply to serve on the board—providing a way for community input in county land matters.
🏥 Health
Campbell County Health in Gillette warned residents that seven measles cases have been reported since June — six among unvaccinated people — with four reported last weekend.
Health officials stressed that vaccines are available at local clinics and urged anyone with symptoms or exposure to isolate immediately.
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