Good morning, Gillette.

A mother in Gillette worked with local residents & Area 59 to secure a new wheelchair for her son so he can get around safely.

She says the community support means he will never feel abandoned.

Local organizers in Gillette and Campbell County are planning several Halloween-themed events running through Oct.

31. Residents are encouraged to check details on times and specific locations to join in the seasonal fun.

Nucleon, a private nuclear developer from Calgary, has applied for state funds to build a commercial uranium conversion facility at the Fort Union Industrial Park north of Gillette and will hold a town hall next week to share project details.

At the University of Wyoming's Dean's Legacy Dinner on Friday, Oct.

16, Gillette native Tom Davis received the Outstanding Alumni Award & Campbell County rancher John Hines received the Legacy Award for their work in agriculture and education.

Gillette has sunny skies today with a high near 71 as warm and dry conditions dominate until a cold front brings cooler air and rain chances over the weekend (per the National Weather Service).

Campbell County Fire Department has launched a dedicated hotline for controlled burns to help ensure burns meet safety requirements.

Residents planning a controlled burn are asked to call the hotline for guidance.