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Cocaine, LSD, Meth, Shrooms, Ludes, Other Drugs Seized During Bust On Quaker Avenue
Two Gillette residents were arrested Saturday morning after police allegedly seized a smorgasbord of illegal drugs at a residence on Quacker Avenue.
County 17February 01, 2022
Former Treasurer Charged With Stealing $29k From Gillette Little League
A former treasurer for Gillette Little League has been charged with felony theft for reportedly stealing nearly $29,000 from the sports organization over the course of a year
County 17February 01, 2022
Paul Ulrich: What I Love About Wyoming
Noted Wyoming outdoorsman Paul Ulrich writes: "I looked to the soul of Wyoming and the values we hold dearest. I sought examples and boy did I find them."
Paul UlrichJanuary 27, 2022
How Wyoming’s Birth Rate Compares to the Nation
In the continuation of a longer-term trend stretching back over a decade, the number of births in the U.S. fell by 4% in 2020, pushing the birth rate to its lowest point on record.
The Center SquareJanuary 20, 2022
Wyoming Cowboys Levi Williams, Isaiah Neyor Enter Transfer Portal
A day after quarterback Levi Williams put together a record setting performance in guiding Wyoming to a 52-38 victory against Kent State, Williams said he is entering the transfer portal.
Tracy RingolsbyDecember 23, 2021
Federal Suspect Apprehended By K9 Following Pursuit, Foot Chase In Gillette
A Montana man with a federal warrant was arrested Friday after he reportedly led law enforcement on a short pursuit and attempted to break into a home to hide, Campbell County Undersheriff Quentin Reynolds said.
County 17December 14, 2021
Kegs Of Beer Stolen After Semi Crashes On Highway 59 Near Gillette
A semi-tractor trailer carrying Bud Light overturned on Thursday. A passerby stopped to check on them and then stole two kegs of beer.
County 17December 12, 2021
Harriet Hageman: I Will Ride For The Brand
Congressional candidate Harriet Hageman writes: "The idea of riding for the brand means something specific to Wyoming, especially when it comes to the 2022 race for the U.S. House of Representatives."
Harriet HagemanDecember 08, 2021
Kip Crofts: Rittenhouse Verdict Was Never In Doubt
Former U.S. Attorney for Wyoming, Kip Crofts write: We have racialized everything, and too many people evaluate every such issue, but especially those having to do with police behavior, through the lens of race.
C.A. “Kip” CroftsNovember 22, 2021
Intoxicated Driver Collides Head-On With Semi North of Gillette, No Injuries
A Utah man was arrested late Wednesday night for driving while intoxicated after he collided head-on with a semi-tractor trailer north of Gillette.
County 17November 19, 2021
Gillette Man Arrested For Pointing Gun At Neighbor While Drunk, Endangering Daughter
A Gillette man was arrested this past weekend after he reportedly pointed a gun at his neighbor while intoxicated and left the firearm within reach of his 9-year-old daughter
County 17November 16, 2021
Harriet Hageman: Wyoming Needs A Congresswoman Who Will Fight Government Overreach
Guest columnist Harriet Hageman writes: "As a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Wyoming, I promise that, once elected, I will oppose government intrusions and fight to restore our freedoms."
Harriet HagemanNovember 12, 2021
Former Campbell County CEO Receives $675,000 Severance Pay
Campbell County Health has agreed to pay Colleen Heeter, its former chief executive officer, $675,000 as part of her contract-obligated severance package, the organization announced Friday.
County 17November 07, 2021
Arch Nets $89M Amid ‘Strong Thermal Coal Markets’ In Third Quarter
Arch Resources closed out its most recent quarter with $89.1 million in net income with thermal coal segments showing a significant improvement over the previous quarter.
County 17October 27, 2021
Game & Fish Investigating Four Pronghorns Poached North of Gillette
An investigation into four pronghorn that were recently shot and left in the Weston Hills Recreation Area north of Gillette is underway.
County 17October 25, 2021
Wyoming Loses to New Mexico 14-3 on Homecoming
unable to overcome a 14-3 halftime deficit and fell to the New Mexico Lobos on Saturday by that same score as neither team scored points in the second half.
Tim HarkinsOctober 24, 2021
Gordon: Government Should Be Limited With As Few Regulations As Possible
Big government is a cancer. As a conservative Republican I have, and always will support the rights of private individuals and their rights as business owners to operate their enterprise as they see fit. We need fewer regulations, not more. I oppose growing government interference.
Gov. Mark GordonOctober 20, 2021
Pokes Host Fresno State in First Mountain West Home Game for Wyoming This Season
After a month without a home game, the Wyoming Cowboys return to War Memorial Stadium this Saturday, Oct. 16 to host the Fresno State Bulldogs in Wyoming's first Mountain West Conference home game of the 2021 season.
Tim HarkinsOctober 15, 2021
Hageman: I Followed Same Progression As Most Wyomingites With Trump, Cheney
Like many Wyoming voters, in 2016 I was skeptical about Donald Trump, a New York businessman and TV personality. I worried that he didnt understand Wyoming, our issues, challenges, or industries.
Harriet HagemanOctober 14, 2021
Potential Gold Mine Near Cheyenne Could Produce Tens Of Millions In Revenue For State
Cheyenne may soon boast the only working gold mine in the state of Wyoming.
The Center SquareOctober 13, 2021
Sam Galeotos: A Call for Civility and Leadership
Bray should resign his Precinct position immediately. After being called out for his inexcusable behavior, Mr. Bray says he has apologized to Ms. Nethercott, but states he will not be bullied into resigning by what he calls leftist/RINO class scum.
Sam GaleotosOctober 11, 2021
Gillette Library Prosecution Up To Weston County Attorney
A report accusing local library leadership of promoting obscene material will face review by the Weston County Attorney, who was appointed as a special prosecutor Tuesday by the Campbell County Board of Commissioners.
County 17October 07, 2021
Way Back Wednesday Looks At Wyoming History On Oct. 7, 1921
This week's Way-Back Wednesday looks at the history from 100 years ago this week.
Patsy ParkinOctober 06, 2021
Criminal Prosecution Over ‘Obscene Material’ Sought In Gillette Library Squabble
A report filed by citizens accusing leadership at the Campbell County Public Library of promoting obscene material has been forwarded on to the county attorneys office for review, Sheriff Scott Matheny said Thursday.
County 17October 03, 2021