Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Cheyenne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne's Catz N Coffee Connections— which helped facilitate over 200 cat adoptions in three years— will close on March 1 while hosting final weekend events at 615 West 20th Street. The nonprofit business has waived all cat adoption fees to thank its sponsors. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra will host its annual Movie Music Matinee on Jan. 25 at the Cheyenne Civic Center at 2:30 p.m. The hour-long concert features film scores including a premiere piece by local composer Drake King and an instrument petting zoo beginning at 1:30 p.m. at 510 W. 20th St. Cap City News
- ➤ Artist Travis Glasgow has launched his new fabric line 'Wild and Woven' (available online at Hoffman Fabrics and select stores) that transforms Wyoming landscapes and wildlife into unique home decor. His work offers residents a fresh way to bring local art into everyday life. 106.3 Cowboy Country
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming beef prices have soared as drought and reduced cattle numbers pushed prices roughly 40% above last year at local sales, leading consumers to pay more for their groceries. KING FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Laramie County Community College will offer free CDL training to 15 military members and eligible family members thanks to a new federal grant, said Transportation and Diesel Training manager James Drudge. The program provides classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction to prepare participants for transportation and logistics careers. Cap City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming leaders approved revisions by the Bureau of Land Management to the Greater Sage-Grouse plan + officials believe the updated rules will protect the species’ habitat going forward. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
- ➤ Cheyenne announced a modified schedule for sanitation and municipal services as MLK Day draws near — trash and recycling pickups shift one day later while city offices, transit, and several public facilities will be closed Monday, Jan. 19; the Aquatic Center, Ice and Events Center and golf courses remain open. Cap City News
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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.
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The Frozen Fury on the Plains Bucking Bronc Futurity Match
5-9 p.m. — Event Center at Archer — Tickets required — Experience the thrill of 30 top young saddle bronc stock in action at this annual futurity match.
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RT-130 Wildland Refresher Training
3-7 p.m. — 5800 N College Dr, Cheyenne, WY — No cost information provided — Dive deep into the latest techniques and practices for wildland firefighting at this in-person refresher event.
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