Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
Cheyenne completed improvements to the Dutcher Baseball Complex, and the Community Recreation and Events Department hosted a ribbon-cutting event Saturday + the upgraded facility is now ready for public use.
Local volunteers are hosting the 21st annual Cheyenne Day of Giving with a youth event on Thursday, May 7 from 3:30 to 6:30 at the Kiwanis Community House in Lions Park and a main event on Friday, May 8 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring a blood drive (to support neighbors).
A report from Dean Runyan Associates shows that visitors spent $485 million in 2025 in Laramie County, generating $11.4 million in tax revenue and supporting over 3,700 jobs with $118 million in wages + each $100 spent contributed $7 to local services.
The Laramie County Community College Board of Trustees will hold its regular business meeting on May 13 (6 p.m.) at the Charles Carpenter Board Room, College Community, where board members will discuss routine matters.
The Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities will inspect the water system and replace lead and galvanized pipes to meet new federal rules, ensuring safer water for residents.
The Bureau of Land Management opened a 30-day comment period Tuesday to get public input on plans to sell 276 oil and gas parcels totaling 357,337 in Wyoming ahead of the September sale.
The Wyoming Department of Health launched an online map that shows 30 sites across 22 counties where residents can pick up free Narcan.
The tool is part of efforts to combat opioid overdoses and helps businesses + organizations receive life-saving medication.
Instacart data from 2025 show Wyoming shoppers ordered gifts including bouquets + filet mignon for Mother's Day, reflecting evolving local tastes.
Mother's Day Brunch
10 AM – 4 PM — Little America Hotel & Resort - Cheyenne — Check website for pricing — Celebrate Mom with a delightful buffet showcasing exceptional cuisine in a warm atmosphere.
Legally Blonde: The Musical
7-10 p.m. — Mary Godfrey Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant energy of 'Legally Blonde' in a local theater production.
CSO Zuill Bailey Goes Baroque in the Barn
Evening performance — Time not specified — Wyoming Hereford Ranch — Fundraising event featuring live baroque music by Grammy-winning cellist Zuill Bailey.
Spring Time Needle Felting Workshop
5:30 – 7:30 PM — Cheyenne Creativity Center — Cost details not provided — Explore the art of needle felting and create unique wool fiber designs.
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