Good morning, Cheyenne.

Cheyenne leaders plan to attract the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association with a $30 million bid — including $15 million from state lodging taxes and private funds — to boost local tourism; the proposal will be debated after Feb.

9 as some Freedom Caucus members oppose using tax money for the effort.

Young artists are invited to enter the Wyoming Game and Fish Department's Student Conservation Stamp Art Competition that features the Arctic Grayling.

Entries must be submitted by April 9 at 5 p.m. at Cheyenne headquarters to compete for cash prizes in four age groups, and a livestream workshop will offer guidance.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has delayed finalizing new grizzly bear rules until Dec.

18, citing staffing shortages and regulatory backlogs (including a recent federal shutdown), which leaves conservationists and ranchers divided over potential changes to protections for the iconic Northern Rockies species.

Jeff Davis assumed the role of Deputy Director at Wyoming Game and Fish on Feb.

2, bringing his Colorado experience to lead policy and external affairs as the department addresses ongoing wildlife and habitat challenges while replacing retired deputy Doug Brimeyer.

Visit Cheyenne announced Monday that former vice president Jim Walter was hired as its new president and CEO after a national search that drew 250 applicants (Walter is expected to boost local tourism efforts).

Laramie County approved up to $25K for the America 250 concert by the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra at the State Capitol on July 4 + renewed a snow removal deal for South Greeley Highway and Fox Farm Road through Feb.

4, 2027.

HealthWorks has moved to 506 W.

17th St. in downtown Cheyenne and will hold an open house on Thursday from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday night, the Wyoming Cowboys lost 72-63 to SDSU at Viejas Arena, marking their 15th straight loss to the team & ending a brief rally as key players struggled; the squad now prepares to host Utah State this Saturday.

The Cheyenne Ice and Events Center and Wing Shack are hosting the 11th Annual Chicken Curling Tournament on Saturday, March 14 at the Ice & Events Center (1530 W.

Lincolnway); teams of four may register now with discounted fees available until March 10.

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.

Hands-On Introduction to Stained Glass

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Cheyenne Botanic Gardens — $45.00 — Craft a beautiful suncatcher while learning the art of stained glass from a local artist.

Northwest Indoor Sectionals & National Series 2026

9 a.m.-12 p.m. — 7415 Archies Rd, Cheyenne, WY — Entry Fee Applicable — Compete in NFAA 300 rounds for sectional and national rankings at this indoor archery event.

Gary Owen: Comedy Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Gary Owen, a comedic force in the industry.

Laramie County Sportsman's Expo

1 PM - 4 PM — Event Center at Archer — Cost info not provided — Wyoming's exclusive expo featuring a sanctioned Waterfowl calling contest.