Good morning, Cheyenne.

Chicago Symphony tubist Gene Pokorny will perform with the Cheyenne Symphony on March 14 at the Civic Center, playing Lalo Schifrin’s Tuba Concerto and the Mission Impossible theme.

Pre-concert events include a Classic Conversations talk and a Lunch and Learn on March 13.

Gas prices in Wyoming rose sharply this week — driven by Middle Eastern tensions and higher oil costs — and now average $3.04 per gallon.

Experts say drivers could see prices rise another 20 to 50 cents in the coming days.

Wyoming gas prices jumped 35.1 cents per gallon to $3.04 on Monday, based on a GasBuddy.com survey + experts say more increases are expected soon.

On Friday, Gov. Mark Gordon signed Senate File 59 to set up a K-12 literacy initiative across Wyoming — a win for education advocates who worked for years to secure evidence-based reading instruction and improve student outcomes.

The law aims to help every student build stronger language skills.

Four Laramie County teens on the Circuit Breakers 4-H robotics team represented Wyoming at the inaugural U.S. National Governors Cup Tournament in Washington, D.C. from Feb.

20–21 after selection by Gov. Mark Gordon; they competed against teams nationwide in a robotics event aimed at boosting local job prospects.

Joseph Jack, a Triumph High senior, was named LCSD1 Student of the Week on March 9 for his strong work ethic, leadership, and kindness.

Nicknamed "Joe the Dough King" for his baking skills, he also serves as a teacher’s assistant on the Spartan Catering Team.

The Laramie County School District 1 High School Art Show is on display at the Esther and John Clay Fine Art Gallery at LCCC until March 29.

A free community reception will take place on March 12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., showcasing over 100 student art pieces.

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality granted a state water quality permit for the Seminoe pumped storage project that will move water between the Seminoe and Kortes reservoirs to generate electricity + strict measures will protect the Miracle Mile trout fishery while federal approvals remain pending.

Cheyenne councilmembers and the Wyoming Business Council met on Friday, March 6 to review poll data showing that Wyoming has the highest youth outmigration caused by a lack of safety and belonging amid stagnant GDP and wages; officials praised the city’s housing and infrastructure initiatives while planning further measures to retain young families.

The Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities will host the 2026 Water Summit on April 2 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Laramie County Community College Center for Conferences and Institutes to address regional supply challenges and federal regulatory updates.

The forum is open to the public and will be streamed live (on YouTube).

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.