Good morning, Cheyenne.

The Cheyenne Kiwanis Foundation is accepting 2026 grant applications from nonprofits whose missions benefit children in Laramie County + interested organizations can apply based on the foundation’s criteria.

Registration is open for the 11th annual Chicken Curling Tournament, sponsored by Cheyenne Ice & Events Center and Wing Shack, which will take place on March 14 in Cheyenne.

Wyoming’s independent bookstores invite readers to rediscover paper books through curated collections and community events.

The list includes Cheyenne’s The Book Rack and shops in Casper, Dubois, Laramie, and beyond (featuring rare finds and local authors).

A new survey finds 82% of Americans worry about Valentine’s Day spending, and many Wyoming couples may choose low-key celebrations as rising costs push budgets; with average spending around $200 + residents might opt for homemade dinners or outdoor adventures to avoid sticker shock.

McDonald’s released its Economic Impact Report with Oxford Economics showing its nearly 30 restaurants purchased $52,000 in ingredients and employ over 1,500 workers — the report indicates modest local impact as franchisees manage operations independently and offer limited tuition support.

Today, Laramie County School District 1 opens its annual online registration and address verification via the Infinite Campus portal until Feb.

20. Families must provide current residency proof (rental agreements, mortgage statements, or utility bills) and extra documents for new kindergarten or Title I pre-kindergarten enrollment.

The University of Wyoming Extension will offer pesticide safety education programs for private applicators in Cheyenne next month—these classes will provide essential training on proper pesticide handling.

The courses aim to boost local safety standards.

Wyoming State Parks offers an annual day pass that lets visitors roll through kiosks easily and supports essential park improvements; residents pay $42 and non-residents $89 if purchased before Feb.

15 + buyers may win a Yeti cooler while a separate annual camping pass is also available.

Sergeant Randall Speiser and Sergeant Jory Shoopman earned regional USPCA awards with their canine partners Copper and Zeke; Speiser and Copper won the Top Dog and Kyle Hall Memorial Awards while Shoopman and Zeke received the Kim (Joe) Clingan Award.

Zeke earned recognition despite battling Lyme disease.

The Cowboys lost 72-63 to SDSU on Tuesday night at San Diego State—their 15th straight loss to the Aztecs.

They struggled with offense and will regroup for Saturday’s game against Utah State.

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.