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From a Cirque Ma'Ceo live show to a Summer Bash at Grinners Bar & Liquor, this is what's happening this weekend in Gille...
06/11/2026

From a Cirque Ma'Ceo live show to a Summer Bash at Grinners Bar & Liquor, this is what's happening this weekend in Gillette.

GILLETTE, Wyo. — The weekend is almost upon us, which means you made it through another week. You should be proud of yourself, and you should treat yourself to the different events and activities happening throughout Gillette. From a Cirque Ma’Ceo live show to a Summer Bash at Grinners Bar & Liq...

Voters can get to know their local primary candidates via their unedited responses to questions ahead of the upcoming el...
06/11/2026

Voters can get to know their local primary candidates via their unedited responses to questions ahead of the upcoming election.

GILLETTE, Wyo. — As the Aug. 18 primary election approaches, County 17 is introducing candidate questionnaires to help voters make informed decisions at the ballot box. Every candidate in the primary field was sent the same three questions and given a limit of 500 words, which could be distributed...

Voters can get to know their local primary candidates via their unedited responses to questions ahead of the upcoming el...
06/11/2026

Voters can get to know their local primary candidates via their unedited responses to questions ahead of the upcoming election.

GILLETTE, Wyo. — As the Aug. 18 primary election approaches, County 17 is introducing candidate questionnaires to help voters make informed decisions at the ballot box. Every candidate in the primary field was sent the same three questions and given a limit of 500 words, which could be distributed...

Voters can get to know their local primary candidates via their unedited responses to questions ahead of the upcoming el...
06/11/2026

Voters can get to know their local primary candidates via their unedited responses to questions ahead of the upcoming election.

GILLETTE, Wyo. — As the Aug. 18 primary election approaches, County 17 is introducing candidate questionnaires to help voters make informed decisions at the ballot box. Every candidate in the primary field was sent the same three questions and given a limit of 500 words, which could be distributed...

Denver, Colorado resident Brandon Rhea was discovered floating in the water on the northwestern edge of Yellowstone Lake...
06/11/2026

Denver, Colorado resident Brandon Rhea was discovered floating in the water on the northwestern edge of Yellowstone Lake. Park rangers were later able to find his capsized kayak and other belongings.

YELLOWSTONE, Wyo. — Yellowstone National Park visitors discovered the body of a 41-year old Colorado man floating in Yellowstone Lake Monday, according to a park post. The incident is currently being investigated. According to the park, visitors to the park were on board a vessel floating the lake...

[Shared in collaboration with Donkey Creek Festival as a paid partnership.]The 19th Annual Donkey Creek Music & Arts Fes...
06/11/2026

[Shared in collaboration with Donkey Creek Festival as a paid partnership.]

The 19th Annual Donkey Creek Music & Arts Festival is happening Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Big Lost Meadery — and it's 100% FREE. Live music, local artisans, food, and good vibes all day long. Don't miss it! 🎸🤠
📍 Big Lost Meadery and Brewery | Gillette, WY
🎟️ No tickets needed — just show up!

HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
2 Guys Deco Flooring America
CCPRD (Campbell County Community Public Recreation District)
Flowtech Fueling
Wyoming Arts Council
First Northern Bank
Gillette Mainstreet
Basin Radio Network

The 19th Annual Donkey Creek Music & Arts Festival is happening Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Big Lost Meadery — and it's 100% FREE. Live music, local artisans, food, and good vibes all day long. Don't miss it! 🎸🤠
📍 Big Lost Meadery and Brewery | Gillette, WY
🎟️ No tickets needed — just show up!

The 2026 Donkey Creek Festival is set to bring the sounds, spirit, and energy of Wyoming Art & Music back to downtown Gi...
06/11/2026

The 2026 Donkey Creek Festival is set to bring the sounds, spirit, and energy of Wyoming Art & Music back to downtown Gillette on Saturday, June 20th. Hosted at Big Lost Meadery, this free, family-friendly event will feature a full day of live music, local artisans, food vendors, and community celebration.

The 2026 Donkey Creek Music Festival is set to bring the sounds, spirit, and energy of Wyoming Art & Music back to downtown Gillette on Saturday, June 20th. Hosted at Big Lost Meadery, this free, family-friendly event will feature a full day of live music, local artisans, food vendors, and community...

Campbell County firefighters are already dealing with conditions usually seen later in the summer. A busy start to fire ...
06/11/2026

Campbell County firefighters are already dealing with conditions usually seen later in the summer. A busy start to fire season has pushed overtime costs over budget, with call volume and wildfire activity running above average.

GILLETTE, Wyo. — Campbell County Fire Department officials say an early and busy fire season has already pushed overtime costs beyond what was budgeted, but savings in other areas are expected to make up the difference. The Campbell County Fire Board reviewed April finances during a recent meeting...

🚨Voting for County's 17 Best closes MONDAY, June 15th at midnight! Vote DAILY for your favorite businesses, people, and ...
06/11/2026

🚨Voting for County's 17 Best closes MONDAY, June 15th at midnight! Vote DAILY for your favorite businesses, people, and places at county17.com/best

Heads up Gillette!
06/11/2026

Heads up Gillette!

UPDATE AS OF 2:50 P.M.:
The situation has been resolved and N. Garner Lake Road has been re-opened to all traffic.

PREVIOUSLY:
UPDATED at 10:58 a.m.: there is no current threat to the public. The road closure remains in effect.

ORIGINAL POST:
A section of N. Garner Lake Road is closed north of Northern Drive due an ongoing law enforcement operation.

Traffic is asked to avoid N. Garner Lake Road between I-90 and Highway 59. To access north Highway 59, please detour via Highway 14/16.

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Gillette, WY
82716

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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