Womens Foundation workshop will be Friday Nov 13, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... The workshop, hosted by the Wyoming Womens Foundation, will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Friday at Room 120 at Gillette College ... In no way do they represent the view of gillettenewsrecord. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Strong gold market keeps jewelers busy Nov 12, 2009
GILLETTE -- All that glitters may not be gold, but in this economy rings and chains may be worth selling for big bucks. Gold now sells for record prices in the global economy, and many people are rushing to make money on the precious metal. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
'Life is good as long as you're living it' Nov 12, 2009
Born in Sheridan and living in Gillette as a child, he moved frequently with his father's coal mining work, but always thought of his father's 29 years in the Wyoming National Guard as the constant in his life. "I told my dad I wanted to serve the night before Texas Tech wanted to know if I was taking the scholarship," he said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Edwin G. Tieszen Nov 12, 2009
Edwin is survived by his children: Sherwin and Mary (Schurring) Tieszen, Lesterville, S.D., and Linda and Clifford Rook, Gillette, Wyo ... Graveside memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, at Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, S.D. Memorials and condolences may be sent to the family of Edwin at: 3 Peak Lane, Gillette, WY 82716. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Park County Sheriff Scott Steward explains to the county commissioners and local car dealers Tuesday why he purchased six new vehicles in New Jersey without seeking local bids. Nov 10, 2009
Dewey 2 wrote on Nov 6, 2009 9:31 AM:" One more question here: Do you really want the County Comissioners micro-managing the Sheriff's Department ? I think not. And certainly not to the extent that the former Cody City Administrator ( herself an ex-Lieutenant in the Gillette PD ) tried and thankfully failed to micromanage the police department. Scott Steward does NOT work for the Commissioners; he works with them. He's duly elected, and he's a law enforcement officer. This is not like Road and... (Cody Enterprise, WY)
State plans wellness workshops Nov 10, 2009
-- Dec. 2 in Gillette. -- Dec. 3 in Sheridan. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
A look back in time: Using judgment Nov 9, 2009
"Then it hit a '59 Buick in the right rear end as it was taking on gas. The car was owned by Fred Christiansen of Gillette. Mrs. Christiansen, walking out of the ladies' rest room, was knocked to the pavement, but not seriously hurt. The car was 'totaled out' for damages. "Molesco was ejected from the runaway car and hit the garage door of the service station. "His passenger, James Kennedy, 16, of 109 East J, was hurled from the car a second later and struck the tire rack where the car came to... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Gas producers aim to hold steady Nov 9, 2009
"Our office in Gillette is certainly eager to get out in the field and see more drilling. They're not used to years like this.". Swan said Williams has avoided layoffs in the Powder River Basin, maintaining its work force at about 110. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Do citys hunting laws have a loophole? Nov 8, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Published: Saturday, November 7, 2009 11:54 PM MST Can you hunt an antelope in Gillette with a bow and arrow ... The Gillette City Council is set to discuss whether bow hunting in the city should be outlawed or if current laws already cover the topic sometime in the future. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Police chief says possession of paraphernalia law key to curbing drug problem Nov 8, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Published: Saturday, November 7, 2009 11:54 PM MST If you walk down the streets of Gillette with a bong or pipe without an illegal substance you cant be ticketed ... Its the second time Police Chief Rich Adriaens has come to the Gillette City Council, asking for a new law to forbid drug paraphernalia in Gillette. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Creative energy Nov 8, 2009
Gillette's AVA Center offers artistic outlet for everyone from toddlers to seniors ... Cambria Scott, 3, works on a painting project with her grandmother, Brenda Peterson, on Friday at the AVA Center in Gillette ... "I want the people of Gillette to have a place to express art.". (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Utility workers reject contract offer Nov 7, 2009
The union represents 587 employees at three PacifiCorp power plants -- Jim Bridger Power Plant east of Rock Springs, Dave Johnston near Glenrock and Wyodak near Gillette -- and transmission line workers across the state. Contract negotiations will begin again on Nov. 19, the union release said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Drug-testing challenge fails Nov 7, 2009
The school district in Gillette has a similar drug-testing policy. The plaintiffs' attorney, Harriet Hageman, declined to comment beyond saying she planned to appeal. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Barroom wisdom: George Wendt talks about his book, Shakespeare and his life as Norm on Cheers Nov 7, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... George Wendt, who played Norm Peterson in the television series "Cheers," is in Gillette for a Friday night appearance at the annual Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet ... If theres any inventors in the Gillette area. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
The Berkshire effect: Buffetts BNSF buy makes sense Nov 5, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Mid-American Energy also owns Rocky Mountain Power, which owns part of the Wyodak power plant east of Gillette ... In no way do they represent the view of gillettenewsrecord. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Cemetery board stresses public involvement Nov 5, 2009
GILLETTE -- Campbell County Cemetery Board member Duffy Jenniges had just two days to prepare for Wednesday's regularly scheduled meeting, which included such items as new financial reports and additional cell phones for on-call needs ... "Personally, my job has taken a toll because of the length of the meeting during the day," said Johnson, who is a funeral director at Gillette Memorial Chapel. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
BREAKING: Jury finds man guilty in hit-and-run case Nov 5, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Published: Wednesday, November 4, 2009 12:39 PM MST NOV. 4: A Gillette man was found guilty Wednesday of running over a woman in a hit-and-run crash ... Jurors still were deliberating Wednesday morning in the trial of a Gillette man accused of running over a woman in a hit-and-run crash. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
CCMH ready to hire second orthopedist Nov 5, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... After visiting Gillette in late September, a candidate has shown great interest in joining the hospital-owned Orthopaedic Specialists of Wyoming ... Maria Moro and Romer Mosquera will begin work in Gillette on Feb. 28. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Recent Local News Nov 4, 2009
GILLETTE -- Gillette city officials are hoping to get a grant from the Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resource Trust to defray the estimated $4 million cost of repairing and upgrading a local park and fishing lake. Nov 03, 2009 | 8:30 am. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
City mulls possible electric rate increase Nov 4, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Published: Tuesday, November 3, 2009 12:35 PM MST Gillettes electrical rates could go up 8 to 15 percent to pay for hikes in rates from Black Hills Power ... Some 58 percent of the City of Gillettes energy comes from Black Hills Power. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Contract offer given little chance Nov 4, 2009
The Utility Workers Union of America, Local 127, represents 587 employees at three PacifiCorp power plants -- Jim Bridger Power Plant east of Rock Springs, Dave Johnston near Glenrock and Wyodak near Gillette -- and transmission line workers across the state. The union and company have been engaged in the collective bargaining process since August, but do not appear close to agreeing on a new contract. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Fishing Lake fixes: Wildlife Trust group considers project Nov 3, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Published: Monday, November 2, 2009 12:18 PM MST The repairs and upgrades planned for Gillettes Fishing Lake at Dalbey Memorial Park could cost more than $4 million a price tag the city hopes to slice with a $300,000 grant from the Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resource Trust ... Levi Jensen, civil engineer for Gillette, presented the benefits of the Fishing Lake project to Wildlife Trust board representative Gwyn McKee on Friday. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
School funding faces big challenges Nov 3, 2009
Campbell County School District 1, Gillette, Westwood High School. Sublette County School District 9, Big Piney elementary school. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Cemetery board elects new member Nov 3, 2009
GILLETTE -- After three secret ballot votes to obtain a majority vote, the Campbell County Cemetery Board chose Duffy Jenniges to replace former board member Christina Maycock, who resigned last month due to health issues after being charged with a felony and misdemeanor. With a 3-2 vote Monday, Jenniges was elected to the position that will begin immediately. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Candidates for cemetery answer, ask questions Nov 1, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... When asked about the future of the cemetery district, Butler said he approved of the cemetery acquiring a new plot of land to host a second Gillette cemetery ... In no way do they represent the view of gillettenewsrecord. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Wyoming briefs Nov 1, 2009
GILLETTE -- Police have arrested two people in connection with an embezzlement scheme involving a former bookkeeper for the Fox Park Homeowners Association. Campbell County Sheriff Bill Pownall said 52-year-old Pete Deliramich and 36-year-old Hailey Jacobsen Remmick were arrested Wednesday and both were expected to make initial court appearances this week. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Cheers & Jeers Oct 31, 2009
Jeers to Julie Deliramich, 57, who failed to show up for a Gillette jury's verdict on Oct. 23. The former bookkeeper for the Fox Park Homeowners Association was convicted of 10 felony counts of forgery and embezzlement, and authorities are still searching for her. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
College enrollment up around Wyo Oct 31, 2009
Enrollment at Gillette College and Sheridan College reached all-time highs this year after seeing increases of 23 percent and 11 percent, respectively, since last year, according to ... Admissions officials at Gillette, Sheridan and Casper colleges were not available for comment Friday. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Black Hills Corp. falls to 3Q loss Oct 31, 2009
The company said its Black Hills Power subsidiary filed requests for electric revenue increases in South Dakota and Wyoming to recover costs from the Wygen III power plant under construction near Gillette, Wyo. other assets and increased operating expenses. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Run, trick or party your way to the nearest Halloween activity Oct 30, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Published: Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:54 PM MDT Ghosts and goblins both young and old who roam Gillette on Halloween will find theres no trick in finding treats ... Sponsored by the Gillette Advertiser and Clarion Inn and Convention Center. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Metal show brings Holiday Hate to town Oct 30, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... The show marks the first major Gillette show booked by Turkish Productions, a concert promotion company founded by local duo Ryan Gaddy and Sahin Turk Maurer ... The two 25-year-olds got their start booking and promoting gigs in the Rapid City area, but the rough South Dakota economy pushed them west to Gillette last year. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Lady Tetons are eyeing big season Oct 30, 2009
Dec. 4 vs. Gillette College, 6 p.m.. Dec. 5 vs. Sheridan College, 4 p.m.. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
One of presidents smart grid grants will help in county Oct 30, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... 5 million grant to Powder River Energy Corp., which provides electricity to Campbell County outside the City of Gillette and much of the rest of northeast Wyoming ... About 58 percent of the City of Gillettes energy comes from Black Hills Power. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
New trustee elected to hospital Oct 30, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Friday ... Jackson brings prior board experience, having served with Gillette Energy Rotary and the Mayors Art Council ... In no way do they represent the view of gillettenewsrecord. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Western second in GNAC Coaches Poll, receives four first-place votes Oct 29, 2009
" Another JC transfer is guard Drew Robinson (6-1, 185, Jr., Lehi, Utah), who averaged 7.3 points in helping lead Salt Lake CC to the national junior college title. He redshirted one year at Division I Southern Utah prior to enrolling at the JC. Aaron Stevens (6-8, 200, So., Anchorage, AK - South) averaged 4 ; points at Highline CC before enrolling at UAA. Four freshmen - two from Australia and two from Alaska - fill out the roster. They include guards Bryce Arnott (6-1, 200, Clyde, Australia),... (Wwuvikings.com)
Polio still exists; money needed for vaccines Oct 29, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Thursday ... Among those affected were Marion Bundy of Gillette and Chuck Schoenewald of Moorcroft ... Starting Saturday, the Rotary Club of Gillette will join dozens of other Rotary groups in the fight to eradicate polio worldwide. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Happy birthday: County to mark 100 years in 2011 Oct 29, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... The legislation to create Campbell County was proposed by Harry Chassell, who lived at the corner of Seventh Street and Gillette Avenue, across the street from what is now Twin Spruce Junior High School ... Gillette celebrated its centennial in August 1981, 100 years after the Burlington and Missouri Railroad laid tracks into the town. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Recluse hall renovations may be scrapped Oct 29, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Thursday ... For the last five years, the Recluse community north of Gillette has been raising money to renovate and preserve the hall, an A-frame structure with log walls built in 1934 ... In no way do they represent the view of gillettenewsrecord. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Mayor, governor among panelists at weekend Wyo. energy summit Oct 29, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Wednesday ... Published: Thursday, October 22, 2009 12:50 PM MDT Gillette Mayor Duane Evenson will join Wyoming Gov. Dave Freudenthal as a panelist at an Energy Sustainability Summit in Jackson this weekend ... My main role is to talk about what the value of carbon-based fuels are, not only to Campbell County and Gillette, but to the state of Wyoming, Evenson said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Brace yourself: Here comes snow, cold Oct 29, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Winter storms are predicted to blow through Cheyenne and may bring winter weather to Gillette ... Thursday, Gillette stands an 80 percent chance of snow, with another 1 to 3 inches piling up. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
GE official sees risk for coal Oct 28, 2009
A haul truck dumps a load of coal into a hopper at the Cordero Rojo mine south of Gillette. Wyoming's coal industry is closely watching debate over federal proposals to limit carbon dioxide emissions. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Edwin G. Tieszen Oct 28, 2009
Edwin is survived by his children: Sherwin and Mary (Schurring) Tieszen, Lesterville, S.D., and Linda and Clifford Rook, Gillette, Wyo ... Graveside memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, at Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, S.D. Memorials and condolences may be sent to the family of Edwin at: 3 Peak Lane, Gillette, WY 82716. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Man pleads not guilty to ripping off Steve Miller Band Oct 28, 2009
Gillette attorney Nicholas Carter is representing Green. Carter declined to comment on the case Tuesday. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Cemetery board seat applicants face public review Oct 27, 2009
GILLETTE -- Applicants for a vacant seat on the Campbell County Cemetery Board will be interviewed in open meetings within the week. The board initially planned to interview applicants in executive session but reversed its decision Monday during a special meeting. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Advocates push for free legal aid services Oct 26, 2009
The next commission hearings are on Thursday at the Riverton City Hall; on Nov. 9 in Casper, and on Nov. 10 in Gillette. Contact capital bureau reporter Joan Barron at 307-632-1244 or joan. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Whos job is it to provide patient care? Oct 25, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Sunday ... How can the hospital and Gillettes independently practicing doctors coexist in providing care to the community ... Does Gillette need another orthopedic surgeon. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Braille Trail completes season Oct 25, 2009
Out-of-town guests came from all over the state -- Newcastle, Laramie, Rawlins, Buffalo, Gillette, Cheyenne, Green River, Riverton, Douglas, Glenrock. Twenty-eight states, including as far away as Alaska, were represented in the signatures of guests. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyoming briefs Oct 25, 2009
GILLETTE -- Construction on the 385-megawatt Dry Fork Power plant north of Gillette is about 62 percent complete. Construction on the plant began two years ago. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
VA expands across state Oct 25, 2009
Amy Kooren, a Gillette Veterans Administration Clinic nurse and clerk, visits with Korean War veteran and Gillette resident Ed Elkins on Friday ... GILLETTE -- Quality health care is important to World War II veteran Chester Haagensen ... The 85-year-old Gillette resident is a regular patient of the Gillette Veterans Administration Clinic. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Uranium data sells for $1M Oct 25, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Published: Saturday, October 24, 2009 11:08 PM MDT Peninsula Minerals Limited, a mineral exploration company that wants to mine uranium northeast of Gillette, has bought a historic drilling database of the area for $1 million ... The company submitted a notice with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission on Oct. 6 stating that it wants to start an in-situ uranium mining operation 31 miles northeast of Gillette. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Smaller JDC reflects larger goal for juvenile justice Oct 25, 2009
The plan envisions regional detention centers in Casper, Cheyenne, Gillette, Rock Springs and Lander, Hartman explained. Those facilities would be complimented by staff-secure beds -- akin to dorm rooms with supervision -- set up in Sheridan, Jackson, Basin and possibly Rawlins. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Water wise: Students learn about the impact of water issues at Fishing Lake Oct 25, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Monday ... Those pollutants include the fertilizer, oil and other harmful pollutants from yards, streets and construction sites in the 27,000-acre watershed surrounding Gillette ... Jensen, a civil engineer for the City of Gillette, has been testing the lake in preparation to dredge it and rebuild the wetlands at the inlet next year. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
City progresses on water pipeline agreements Oct 25, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Monday ... Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 12:29 PM MDT A negotiated price cut for the design work for the Madison water project has saved the City of Gillette $1 ... - The City of Gillette will own all project facilities, infrastructure and components. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
New trustee elected to hospital Oct 24, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Jackson brings prior board experience, having served with Gillette Energy Rotary and the Mayors Art Council ... In no way do they represent the view of gillettenewsrecord. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
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Gillette man finds treasure in others' trash. Junk art. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Enjoy wine, food and art Friday Oct 24, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Sunday ... The group supports Gillettes arts community ... Gillettes nominees an artist and an art advocate for the Governors Art Award also will be honored at the annual wine festival. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Polio still exists; money needed for vaccines Oct 23, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Among those affected were Marion Bundy of Gillette and Chuck Schoenewald of Moorcroft ... Starting Saturday, the Rotary Club of Gillette will join dozens of other Rotary groups in the fight to eradicate polio worldwide. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Recluse hall renovations may be scrapped Oct 23, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... For the last five years, the Recluse community north of Gillette has been raising money to renovate and preserve the hall, an A-frame structure with log walls built in 1934 ... In no way do they represent the view of gillettenewsrecord. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Norm cheers Gillette award winners Oct 23, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Thursday ... Norm cheers Gillette award winners ... - Spirit of Gillette. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Casper briefs Oct 23, 2009
Participants at video sites in Cheyenne, Gillette and Meeteetse will join the discussion. For more information about this program, visit the Wyoming Humanities Council at or contact Jenny Ingram at or (307) 721-9247. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Mayor, governor among panelists at weekend Wyo. energy summit Oct 22, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Today ... Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 12:57 PM MDT Gillette Mayor Duane Evenson will join Wyoming Gov. Dave Freudenthal as a panelist at an Energy Sustainability Summit in Jackson this weekend ... My main role is to talk about what the value of carbon-based fuels are, not only to Campbell County and Gillette, but to the state of Wyoming, Evenson said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Live from Kuwait: Wyoming National Guard brings soldiers home via webcam Oct 21, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Wednesday ... Sam House, left, operates the controls on the Gillette College auditorium computer ... Hanson, a 36-year-old convoy escort commander from Gillette, is stationed in Kuwait with 40 other soldiers from Campbell County. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
New school has mascot, snow in the commons Oct 21, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Wednesday ... Its one of the last areas of the school yet to be covered, and suffered under the early barrage of snow and cold that Gillette has faced in the last week ... In no way do they represent the view of gillettenewsrecord. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Edwin G. Tieszen Oct 21, 2009
Edwin is survived by his children: Sherwin and Mary (Schurring) Tieszen, Lesterville, S.D., and Linda and Clifford Rook, Gillette, Wyo ... Graveside memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, at Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, S.D. Memorials and condolences may be sent to the family of Edwin at: 3 Peak Lane, Gillette, WY 82716. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Black Hills Power seeks rate hike Oct 21, 2009
Black Hills Power, which serves about 2,700 customers in Weston County, has asked the Wyoming Public Service Commission to raise its electric rates starting this spring to help pay for a new power plant being built near Gillette. Under the proposed rate increase, a typical residential customer in Weston County who uses 600 kilowatt hours of electricity per month would pay an additional $19. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
