Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
Rooted in Cheyenne will host a free Tree Care Workshop at Laramie County Community College at the Pathfinder Building on Saturday, April 18 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Homeowners learn tree planting, maintenance and design from certified arborists + nonprofits, with breakfast and 5-gallon tree prize for 20 registrants.
The Laramie County School District 1 Board of Trustees honored standout students and a staff member during its meeting.
Hayley Morton and Alexandria “Axi” Mitchell-Elsasser received Student of the Week awards, and Bridget Whiteman was named Educational Support Person of the Year (award presented by Western Vista Federal Credit Union).
School staff and community members pleaded with Laramie County School District 1 trustees on Monday to save the Safe and Drug-Free Schools program after federal funding was cut.
Advocates emphasized the program’s role in reducing student citations and supporting mental health (trustees did not address these comments during the meeting).
Dry and windy conditions have led to an early wildfire season in Wyoming with warm temperatures and cured vegetation raising risks.
Authorities will monitor fire dangers and prepare resources for potential outbreaks as the season unfolds.
Cheyenne landscaping companies have turned on sprinkler systems early to help save trees amid an unseasonably dry winter, as meteorologist Don Day now assures residents that early watering is safe if they monitor for any returning freezes.
Cheyenne Sanitation Division will resume yard waste collections this week across the city, informing residents of renewed weekly service.
A new campaign is working to recruit volunteer firefighters from Gen Z as recruitment difficulties grow in Cheyenne.
Laramie County officials say the volunteer workforce is essential for meeting the demands of the community.
The American Red Cross of Wyoming will host its first blood drives in Cheyenne from April 20 to 22, inviting local residents to donate blood.
Organizers advise checking eligibility before attending.
On Easter Sunday, John Hoyland made all five of his field goal attempts, including a 50-yard kick as time expired, to give his team a 22-20 win over Birmingham in rainy Houston — boosting his record as Wyoming's all-time leading scorer.
Cheyenne Home Show
12 PM – 4 PM — City of Cheyenne Ice and Events Center — Free admission — Discover amazing deals and home improvement ideas at this vibrant local show.
Golden! A K-Pop Kids Party
11 AM – 5 PM — The Lincoln — Ticket prices vary — A vibrant K-Pop celebration for kids featuring music, dance activities, and community fun.
Epic Queen Sing-Along Featuring Choir! Choir! Choir!
7-9 p.m. — The Lincoln — $25 — Experience a glorious sing-along of Queen's greatest hits with a vibrant community choir atmosphere.
Dueling Pianos Official Road Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Black Tooth Brewing Co. — Ages 21+ — Experience a lively sing-along, laugh-along show with Dueling Pianos.
Aly & AJ Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Lincoln — Tickets available — Musical sisters Aly & AJ return to Cheyenne to explore themes of time in their performance.
Stayin Alive: A Tribute to the Bee Gees
7:30-9 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Tickets vary — Experience the iconic sounds of the Bee Gees with classics like 'Night Fever' and 'Jive Talkin'.
Gary Owen Comedy Show
Time TBA — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Gary Owen.
LEGO Building Fun at the Botanic Gardens
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Cheyenne Botanic Gardens — $25 — Bring your friends and family for a creative morning of building with LEGO bricks and snacks.
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