Good morning, Cheyenne.

On New Year’s Day, a fatal mountain lion attack on the Crosier Mountain trail in Colorado led wildlife officials to kill two lions and close trails, while warning backcountry users including Wyoming residents to travel in groups.

Visit Cheyenne doubled its marketing grants to $70K to support more than 25 local events in 2026.

The grants, ranging from $500 to $11,000 and funded by Laramie County lodging tax, aim to boost tourism and include events (such as the Celtic Festival).

United Airlines dropped its flight guarantee at Gillette Airport after the subsidy program helped the airport become self-sustaining — a success prompting other communities to reconsider their air service plans.

Cheyenne Airport Director Tim Bradshaw said local flights are nearly full despite most travelers driving to Denver amid funding talks.

The University of Wyoming Extension has opened registration for its online Master Gardener training that will start Jan.

14 and run through May 27 via Zoom on Wednesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. The 16-session course (costing $200) provides 48 hours of instruction and a certificate upon completion.

JAC is weighing a 43M funding request for community colleges after Sen. Ogden Driskill warned last December that further cuts may trigger a budget crisis.

Lawmakers will review the proposal in upcoming sessions.

Dr. Paul Wright explains that awe from Wyoming’s landscapes, like Casper Mountain’s views, boosts brain activity by lowering stress and improving focus.

Locals are encouraged to experience nature walks (such as watching a sunrise) to enjoy these health benefits.

A Day of Bluegrass Guitar with Jim Hurst

2-7 p.m. — Laramie County Library — Free entry — Experience an evening of captivating bluegrass music with renowned guitarist Jim Hurst.

Dueling Pianos Road Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Black Tooth Brewing Company — Early bird tickets available — Experience a wild night of music, mayhem, and audience participation with the Dueling Pianos Official Road Show.