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Press Release – Wyoming’s first reported West Nile virus case for 2018 involves a Fremont County adult, according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). Mosquitos spread West Nile virus (WNV) when they feed on infected birds and then bite people, animals or other birds. “Wyoming residents should remember to take steps to protect themselves […]

Press Release – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator John McCain. “America has lost a true hero today. John McCain was a man of the highest character, courage and credibility. He was the conscience of the Senate. He was also my friend. “John was known for the […]

Press Release – The City of Gillette Parks and Beautification Board is sponsoring a Summer Parks Photo Contest. Photos for the contest must be taken from May 15th, 2018 through September 30th, 2018. Photos must be submitted by October 7th, 2018. Photos must depict a park in the City of Gillette. Click here for a complete list […]

Crime Stoppers needs your help in solving a criminal entry that occurred between March 9, 2018 and June 1, 2018. Unknown persons entered a residence on the 1600 Block of Echeta. The subjects caused significant damage to the residence, including cutting the furniture, breaking the television, dumping food on the floor, and breaking windows. If […]

Press Release – Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a new proposal to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from coal-fired power plants that is less stringent than the Clean Power Plan (CPP) finalized by former President Obama. U.S. Senator Mike Enzi, R-Wyo., said he believes the Obama CPP was designed to regulate coal use out […]

On Friday, August 17th, representatives from the City of Gillette presented information to a joint meeting of the Wyoming Water Development Commission and Select Water Committee regarding the Gillette Madison Pipeline Project and private well issues in Crook County. The City of Gillette recognizes that despite the fact that independent investigations have determined that the drilling […]

On August 16th, 2018 a fatal crash occurred at milepost 195 on US 18 near Lusk, Wyoming.  At 10:32 p.m., Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers were dispatched to the area for a two-vehicle collision. A 2014 Toyota Yaris was traveling northbound on US-85. A 2010 Freightliner pulling a set of double trailers was turning south onto US-85 […]

Gillette Public Access Television will again be bringing you live Primary Election Night Coverage from the GPA-TV Studios and Campbell County Courthouse. Coverage will begin at 8:00 p.m. on August 21st on GPA Cable Channel 192 and streaming online at www.gillettewy.gov/gpa. The audio portion of the program will be simulcast on Basin Radio’s 1270 AM/106.7 […]

The Campbell County Fire Department responded to the following incidents on August 16, 2018 At 2:30 a.m. to Highway 50 for an emergency medical response.  Firefighters provided medical care and manpower while on scene. At 9:56 a.m. to E. 5th Street for an emergency medical response.  Firefighters provided medical care and manpower while on scene. […]

CHEYENNE, WY – With days to go before Primary Election Day 2018, the Secretary of State’s Office is reminding voters that they can be confident in the accuracy and fairness of Wyoming elections. The office is encouraging voters to cast their ballots on Election Day, Tuesday, August 21st, 2018.   “Next Tuesday, the citizens of Wyoming […]