Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Cheyenne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne Audubon invites everyone to join a free birdwatching field trip on Saturday, Feb. 21 at Curt Gowdy State Park (all skill levels welcome). Wyoming Tribune Eagle
- ➤ Today, Big O Tires of Cheyenne teamed its two locations to host a blanket drive, offering warmth to residents facing the cold + reflecting its Driven for the Community mission. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming author C.J. Box will release his 26th Joe Pickett novel 'The Crossroads' on Feb. 24 and will begin a book tour later to promote the new installment. Local fans are invited to experience the start of an exciting series chapter. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Wyoming high school students—Marlo Ellis of Cheyenne and Audrey Johnson of Powell—will join state senators in Washington, D.C. during Washington Week from March 7 to 14 in the 64th US Senate Youth Program and each will earn a $10,000 scholarship. Cap City News
- ➤ Junior League of Cheyenne is launching Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library — funded by a $10,500 investment from Goodwill of Wyoming — to give hundreds of local children free books, with the program starting today at community locations. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Wyoming Senate committee supported a $15 million effort to bring the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association headquarters and facilities to the state — the backing may spur local rodeo growth. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
- ➤ Wyoming Public Media staff gathered outside the state Capitol on Tuesday to mark the organization’s 60th anniversary despite high winds. They urged lawmakers to reinstate funding for the media organization. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wyoming Cowboys won 92-82 against Fresno State on Tuesday night in Laramie — Freshman Naz Meyer scored 22 points with crucial triple makes that helped snap a three-game losing streak. KGAB
- ➤ Former Wyoming wide receiver Ayden Eberhardt signed a two-year deal with the Ottawa Redblacks after a successful 2025 season with the BC Lions that saw him record 45 catches for 863 yards and four touchdowns. 106.3 Cowboy Country
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.
~ Mark Caine
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