Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
United Way of Laramie County has appointed Kaylee Harmon as its board president for 2026.
The nonprofit announced her appointment along with vice president Rick Kaysen and treasurer Conner Hunsaker as several community leaders join the board to focus on youth and community resiliency.
Laramie County gas prices remain stable at $2.29 this week while the national average rose to $2.76 per gallon (AAA), showing that local drivers did not feel the recent national increase.
Gas prices in Wyoming have edged up as the average rose by 0.4 cents to $2.42 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy.com's survey of 494 stations across the state.
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. at the Historic Courthouse and considered adding 45 wagering terminals at the 307 Horse Racing facility (DT’s Liquor Mart and Tusker Bar).
A public hearing on a residential subdivision was also on the agenda.
Wyoming lawmakers passed a draft bill of 58 pages to dismantle the Business Council, shifting programs such as the Wyoming Broadband Office's $400 million federal funds to the governor's office, and the measure is set for full debate when the Legislature reconvenes in February in Cheyenne.
The Wyoming wrestling team upset No. 10 South Dakota State 24-18 at UniWyo Sports Complex last Sunday.
The win marks their first top-10 victory in eight years & moves their record to 4-3 overall and 3-0 in league play.
Wyoming head coach Sundance Wicks said his team struggled with communication during a 63-60 loss and is seeking a tone setter as standout freshman Naz Meyer sits out with concussion protocol + other players must step up when Boise State visits today.
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.
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.
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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