Happy weekend, Gillette! In today’s happening-today edition: County budget changes, an Edward Gillette statue unveiling, and the ride for the wounded + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Budget changes take shape: Campbell County commissioners approved a $142.9 million budget with 5% raises and added funding for Gillette Reproductive Health, trimmed some costs, and kept the mill levy at 10.95 mills -- see the county budget changes.
City leadership in focus: Gillette City Council honored veterans advocate Durwood Hand and approved a $150,000 WYDOT 911 grant, while seeking funding to upgrade the city’s emergency dispatch system and discussing Wyoming’s economic future -- see the council's next steps.
Community celebration planned: A bronze statue of namesake Edward Gillette will be unveiled downtown Gillette July 1, with remarks at a program. Created by local artist Tom Ford, part of America’s 250th celebration -- see the statue unveiling plans.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Dial in your swing: If your irons have been ghosting the center of the clubface, the driving range at Bell Nob Golf Course is the low-pressure fix. Groove a few, then wander over to the par-3 to see if it stuck, and head home feeling suspiciously like midseason you.
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Craving coastal vibes? When you’re over the usual burgers, Olas Tulum brings bright, beachy seafood to Gillette, with ceviche that pops and plates built for sharing. It’s the spot to switch up your weeknight routine, relax, and pretend the Powder River is turquoise for an hour.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
⛳ 26th Annual Children's Charity Golf Tournament @ Bell Nob Golf Course | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Take a swing for the kids at this long-running charity tournament at Bell Nob, benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Campbell County. Expect mulligans, a 50/50 raffle, prizes on every hole, drinks, a betting hole, and a photo booth. Even your slice helps.
🚴 14th Annual Ride for the Wounded @ Affiliates MC Clubhouse | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – This 14th annual Ride for the Wounded poker run rolls out from the clubhouse on Little Powder River Rd in Gillette, then chases miles, cards, and karma across the basin. Expect chrome, camaraderie, and a worthy cause. Your bike gets exercise, your heart does too.
🇺 Stars, Stripes, & Classic Rides @ 3rd Street Plaza | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – America’s turning 250, and it wants cake, barbecue, and shiny things. At Stars, Stripes, & Classic Rides, all makes roll in for the Ida Snead State Farm car show, with Pokey’s BBQ, a nonprofit bake sale, and a people’s choice vote. Neighborhood bragging rights included.
🔫 WY Concealed Carry Class @ Red Lion | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Think your cowboy common sense covers concealed carry? This four-hour class at Sportsman's Warehouse covers safety, use of force, and proper storage, plus the permit requirements for WY, AZ, and UT. Keep the swagger, add the statutes, and do it the Wyoming way.
🎶 The Patti Fiasco @ Big Lost Meadery | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats gritty guitars under the Gillette sky, especially when The Patti Fiasco rolls in with twang, grit, and toe-tappers. Think proper Wyoming rock with a side of mead, good friends, and the kind of chorus your knees can handle.
🎲 Dungeons & Dugouts Warhammer 40k & AOS Open Play @ Dungeons and Dugouts | Sunday (6/21) at 10:00 AM – Every Sunday, trade chores for tactical therapy with Warhammer 40k and AOS open play. Expect friendly regulars, clattering dice, and enough epic lore to justify a second coffee, or a third. Paint optional, patience, snacks, and a well-honed dry wit encouraged.
🏳 Gillette Pride Picnic @ Dalbey Memorial Park | Sunday (6/21) at 3:00 PM – Gillette’s annual Pride Picnic is your excuse to pack a cooler, claim a patch of grass, and enjoy rainbow vibes without a committee meeting. Expect friendly faces, easy laughs, maybe a drag queen or two, and enough potluck classics to make your aunt proud. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Gillette report Weather forecastToday — High: 83°F — Low: 51°F — Precip: 51%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 16 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 51, with temperatures rising to around 53 overnight. South wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Tomorrow — High: 72°F — Low: 47°F — Precip: 77%
Rain showers likely before noon, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 72, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. North wind 7 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. This house is wildThis 3-bed, 2-bath home pairs everyday convenience with plenty of charm, all within walking distance to schools. Hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, built-in shelving, a bay window, and a gas fireplace create a warm living room vibe. Granite counters, a finished basement family room, remodeled baths, and a covered deck with gas hookups add even more appeal.
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