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Cheyenne
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Cheyenne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne's only day center for those experiencing homelessness, formerly the Welcome Mat, celebrated a rebrand and building improvements (with local support) Thursday. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
- ➤ The Cheyenne Police Department will host the 17th annual Cheyenne Neighborhood Night on July 9 at the Block Captain meeting, bringing neighbors, businesses and police together to build stronger ties. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
- ➤ The Cheyenne PD will host a Block Captain Planning Meeting on Thursday, May 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Public Safety Center at 415 West 18th Street to prepare for the 17th annual Neighborhood Night. Residents interested in hosting block parties should attend & share their planning ideas. Cap City News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Uranium Energy Corp. bought uranium mining assets from a Russian company in 2021, returning them to American control. The company is studying several locations for a new conversion facility to expand Wyoming’s nuclear fuel supply chain + boost local economic value. Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ Rocky Mountain Power requested a $71M rate increase (pending regulatory approval) that could raise monthly electric bills for about 150,000 Wyoming customers. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Wyoming Supreme Court cleared a block on public funding for private education, letting the state fund a universal school voucher program — reversing a district judge's earlier ruling. The decision now paves the way for distributing funds to support private school tuition. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
- ➤ New nationwide assessment shows Wyoming students dropped nearly 0.42 grade levels in math and 0.41 in reading since 2019, ranking 36th in math and 20th in reading recovery. A statewide literacy law + a school funding overhaul passed in March are set to boost academic performance in local districts. Cap City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Georgia data center’s 30 million gallon water use during a drought has sparked local debate over data center water consumption as Cheyenne officials confirm that advanced monitoring systems guard usage while critics plan to raise concerns at upcoming City Council meetings (petition circulating). Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ According to U.S. Census Bureau estimates, Cheyenne added the most residents among Wyoming’s 30 largest cities (each with over 2,000 people) between July 1, 2024 and July, while nearly half the cities recorded population growth. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
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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.
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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.
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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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High Plains Arboretum Plant Sale
10 A.M. – 12 P.M. — Cheyenne Botanic Gardens — Purchase locally tested trees, shrubs, and fruits at a community favorite plant sale.
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Tim Meadows Comedy Show
7 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — $54-66 — Comedy legend Tim Meadows brings laughter while supporting a local nonprofit at this special event.
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