Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
Cheyenne Police Detectives are investigating a burglary at a residence on West 5th Street—surveillance video captured two unknown individuals entering a garage and taking a movie projector from a vacant unit.
Dennis Sun, publisher of Wyoming Livestock Roundup, said he plans to rally trade groups to promote American beef and lamb amid unfair foreign tariffs and restrictions—he noted several nations impose bans or high tariffs while research proves the meat’s high quality.
A University of Wyoming Extension study shows that if residents spent 5% of their grocery budgets on local foods, local production could add an extra $36.3 million to state GDP.
Direct retailer sales increased 24% and direct consumer sales grew 35% with farm revenue rising 56% from 2017 to 2022 while experts say local partnerships may ease high transportation costs.
Colossal Biosciences created two dire wolf pups with extinct genes in October, though experts say they are incomplete.
Wildlife biologists warn that reintroducing these large predators to Wyoming would upset local ecosystems — endangering elk, gray wolves and mustangs.
The Bureau of Land Management announced that an oil and gas lease sale will take place on June 12 to offer 66 parcels covering 70,415 acres that did not sell in previous lease events—this sale is in addition to another scheduled for June 10.
Sen. Lummis spoke about Wyoming coal’s energy future today + he noted that the state will continue to use coal while lawmakers plan for new energy alternatives.
Swan Lake Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Tickets available — Experience the iconic love story brought to life by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine.
Annual Egg Hunt
10 a.m. — Wyoming Historic Governors' Mansion State Historic Site — Free entry — Search for over 1,300 hidden eggs on the beautiful front lawns of the Mansion.
35th Annual Fundraiser Banquet - SE WY Chapter Rocky Mt Elk Foundation
— City of Cheyenne Ice and Events Center — Tickets available — Celebrate the outdoors while supporting local conservation efforts at this milestone banquet.
Spring Break Smackdown
6-10 p.m. — Roller City — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of flat track roller derby with the Cheyenne Roller Derby league.
Intro to Knitting Workshop
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Laramie County Library — RSVP required — Perfect for beginners and those looking to refresh their knitting skills with basic techniques.
Cinco De Mayo Celebration
10 AM – 4 PM — Frontier Mall — Free entry — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a variety of activities including a car show and more.
Bob Seger Tribute by Still The Same
6-7:30 p.m. — Outlaw Saloon — Ticket information not provided — Experience the timeless hits of Bob Seger performed by a dedicated tribute band.
Bobby Rush Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Tickets available — Experience the legendary Bobby Rush, a true icon in American music and the Chitlin Circuit.
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