Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
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🏘️ Community
After a five-year break, Boy Scout Troop 64 is back selling Christmas trees in Gillette — the troop began its sale after Gillette saw its first sticky snow over the past weekend.
Troop members gathered in force to kick off the holiday season and bring a festive spirit to the community.
Rockpile Museum will host its Christmas Crafts Family Day on December 6 from 10 a.m. to noon; registration opened on November 17—space is limited to 50 children ages 5 to 12 who must attend with a parent or grandparent.
📰 Economy
Campbell County gas prices fell 5 cents to $2.82 per gallon this week, with some stations in Gillette selling fuel as low as $2.78—experts say rising oil production and completed refinery maintenance may keep prices low during the holiday season.
A new study finds Wyoming residents need to earn almost $96K a year to live comfortably as costs for rent, groceries, and child care rise—Wyoming's actual median incomes remain much lower.
The report uses the 50/30/20 rule to compare essential expenses against current earnings—highlighting a significant gap in local affordability.
🏛️ Government
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Governor’s Prayer Breakfast— a long-standing, non-denominational, nonpartisan event set for February 26 at 6:30 a.m. at Little America Hotel and Resort.
Gov. Mark Gordon and his wife Jennie say $75 tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Wyoming Low Income Energy Assistance Program resumed approving applications today after receiving $9.6M in federal funding to help low-income households with winter heating bills.
The department will notify eligible applicants by email or mail and accept applications for the 2025/2026 heating season until April 30.
🎉 Gillette Events
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The Nutcracker Ballet by World Ballet Company
7-10 p.m. — CAM-PLEX Multi-Event Facilities — Tickets $33.00 - $97.00 — Experience the magical journey of Marie and her Nutcracker prince in this festive ballet classic.
Gillette Main Street Parade of Lights & Winter Walk 2025
5-9 p.m. — Gillette Main Street — $5 for buttons — Participate in the Winter Walk for prizes and festive fun in the heart of Gillette.
New Year's Eve Buck and Ball Rodeo
7-8:30 p.m. — Cam-Plex Wyoming Center — Ticket info not specified — Celebrate the new year with exciting rodeo events in Gillette.
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