Good morning, Gillette.

Industrial groups are pushing to let non-utility companies add extra power needed for mining, refining, and tech growth as utilities like Rocky Mountain Power have struggled to meet demand.

Lawmakers on the Minerals, Business and Economic Development Committee reviewed draft bills last week to ease energy restrictions in the state.

Campbell County approved treatment services with YES House and Stepstone Counseling and local improvement grants for road repairs in Gillette.

Director Jim Lyon noted a jump in juvenile probation cases as the school year began (verified report).

On Sept. 2, the Campbell County Fire Department answered calls including medical emergencies on Madsen and Dogwood Avenues, a collision at South Douglas Highway, and a 100-acre wildland fire on West Echeta Road — sparked by a burning coal seam — with 2,448 requests year to date.

Wyoming Downs and 307 Horse Racing ended their live horse racing season after 38 dates, drawing 22,500 fans and paying out $6.3M; the final Governor’s Cup Futurity awarded $350K to local owners and donated $20K to a local hunger initiative—boosting tourism and seasonal jobs.