Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
Bowlers will join Jason's Friends fundraisers on Feb.
28 in Casper and on March 7 in Gillette and Cheyenne – each participant must collect $100 to bowl, enjoy free food and draws, and support Wyoming families facing childhood cancer.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture increased Wyoming Sugar Company, LLC’s sugar beet allotment from 46,264 to 60,519 short tons, giving local growers more chances to sell their crop and keep factory lines running in Lovell and Worland, a move expected to boost this key industry.
During Monday’s board meeting, LCSD1 recognized outstanding students for academic and science fair achievements, including East High senior Trent Rysell and seventh grader Itzel Soto Dominguez.
Superintendent Stephen Newton updated on 17 state bills and announced School Board Appreciation Week will be celebrated Feb. 23 — 27.
In historic state chambers, three justices grilled the Wyoming Education Association on Tuesday over its challenge to the $30M Steamboat Legacy Scholarship Act, a school choice program that was blocked last summer.
The court is reviewing the case (with careful questions) as families and school advocates wait for next steps.
Families in the Deming area got zone clarity when the LCSD1 board unanimously approved new boundaries on Monday.
Students north of Pershing Boulevard will attend Davis Elementary, while those south will join Pioneer Park (with an option to switch) as the district aims to balance school capacity.
Due to a lingering snow drought, water authorities have set early season restrictions on diversions from the North Platte River + local municipalities now face reduced water access.
Officials say measures will remain until precipitation improves.
Wyoming National Guard soldiers finished advanced wildfire behavior training at their Training Center Command to boost their fire management skills.
The exercise will help improve safety in our community during wildfire emergencies.
Community members in green gathered Monday at a City Council meeting to oppose forced annexation of the urban farm WY fresh.
Mayor Patrick Collins said the issue will go to the Public Services Committee on Tuesday, Feb. 17 (further review pending).
A developer will transform the long vacant Hynds Building into an affordable housing community after securing over $6 million in state + federal funds.
The historic downtown corner will soon offer new living opportunities.
Wyoming High School girls basketball is in Week 9, with teams set to play league, cross-quad and out-of-state games today and later this week.
The matchups across Classes 1A to 4A are a key step toward playoff positions.
Wyoming native Breezy Johnson won gold in the women’s downhill at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina (Italy); after her medal’s ribbon detached at the award ceremony, officials are investigating similar issues reported by other athletes.
Wyoming high school boys' basketball teams updated their standings after key week eight conference games played through Feb.
7, with Sheridan and Lingle-Ft. Laramie — each with one loss — leading while two teams remained winless as tiebreakers await upcoming games.
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.
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