Good morning, Cheyenne.

Cheyenne’s long-run Delta Kappa Gamma used book sale returns this weekend at the former JoAnne Fabrics location (Cheyenne Frontier Mall) to raise funds for Laramie County education programs and will offer discounted books and a silent auction; a second sale with a box option follows next weekend.

Hilltop Bank completed its acquisition of Cheyenne State Bank on Feb.

27 and welcomed new customers by installing signs and opening its building at 101 W. 19th Street downtown; the bank will convert operations over the weekend of Mar. 13 & expand its local services.

Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum announced it will host the 45th Annual Western Spirit Art Show & Sale featuring over 200 juried pieces.

The exhibit will be held soon at the museum, offering a fresh look at western art for the community.

State Treasurer Curt Meier said Wyoming needs $6 billion for housing in the next 15 years and urged using federal Opportunity Zones as the Legislature fails to pass any housing measures (legislators did not back any housing law this session).

Laramie County commissioners infused an extra $250k into United Way on Tuesday using sales tax overages and approved grants for Orchard Valley Park and LED lighting upgrades at the governmental complex.

They also adopted a disaster response plan and proclaimed March as American Red Cross Month to honor local volunteers.

On Tuesday, legislators voted to keep funds for teacher pay in a dedicated silo by rejecting an amendment that would have allowed flexible use of instruction money.

The school finance recalibration bill now moves to its final House reading, with further steps pending.

Khaden Bennett scored 27 as Wyoming won 83-73 over Nevada Tuesday night in Laramie, marking four wins in five games - the program's first winning season since 2020-21.

The Cowboys will face San Jose State for the season finale Saturday at 3 p.m.

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.

The Black Jacket Symphony Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic albums performed live with a unique concert twist.

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

7-9:30 p.m. — Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center Cheyenne — Cost varies — Craft a beautiful Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish tea and treats.

Shen Yun Performance

7-10 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting world of ancient China through music and dance.