Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
Columnist Dennis Sun of Wyoming Livestock Roundup says American ranchers use improved methods, new technology and better genetics to produce higher quality beef and lamb, and more Prime beef carcasses are made today — a change that has helped keep meat prices high.
Big gold prices have led many Cheyenne residents to clean out old jewelry for cash as Brian Snyder at Bohemian Metals sees 50% more customers checking the true value of their items — banks and governments are keeping gold and silver prices high — which may drive more local sales.
Laramie County Community College held three commencement ceremonies Saturday at 9 a.m.—staff, administrators, and students celebrated the largest graduating class in its 57-year history.
Agencies including the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, the Wyoming Department of Transportation, the WYldlife Fund and the Greater Yellowstone Coalition are working to secure extra funds for the Dubois wildlife crossing project that will reduce collisions along U.S. Highway 26/287. The project will add underpasses, an overpass — and fencing — once full funding is obtained.
The Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities announced its new online payment platform—CORE—will go live on Tuesday, June 3 to let customers pay their bills in a faster, safer way.
More details will be shared before the launch.
The City of Cheyenne is now accepting applications from residents for one vacancy on the Public Transit Advisory Board and two vacancies on the Historic Preservation Board, both with three-year terms.
Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on June 5.
A Taste of Ireland
3:30 – 5:00 PM — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting Irish music and dance sensation that has captivated audiences across the USA.
Tuesday Night Book Club: Wyoming Authors - The Pumpkin Eater
6-7:30 p.m. — Laramie County Library — Free entry — Engage in a thoughtful discussion about 'The Pumpkin Eater' by Steven W. Horn.
The Spring Event at Archer
The 3 Day Event at Archer is an equestrian triathlon that tests the versatility, endurance and partnerships between horse and rider across three disciplines: including dressage, show jumping and cross country galloping and jumping. Competitors perform a dressage test, tackle a challenging outdoor jumping obstacle course and finish with a technical show jumping round.
The Spring Event at Archer
The 3 Day Event at Archer is an equestrian triathlon that tests the versatility, endurance and partnerships between horse and rider across three disciplines: including dressage, show jumping and cross country galloping and jumping. Competitors perform a dressage test, tackle a challenging outdoor jumping obstacle course and finish with a technical show jumping round.
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Jun 6-9 — Frontier Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating story of adventure and circus magic in an exciting water-themed performance.
Cheyenne Celtic Festival
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lions Park — Free entry — Celebrate Celtic culture with food, athletics, and entertainment at this annual festival.
A Night of Music with Matt Maher
7-9 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a dynamic evening of unfiltered worship and high-energy anthems from Crowder and Matt Maher.
Cheyenne Celtic Festival
Bagpipers, clan displays, workshops, and scotch tasting — Jun 10-11 — Lions Park Softball Field — Entry details TBA — Celebrate Celtic culture with traditional games and entertainment.
NARGS Conference 2025
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Cheyenne Botanic Gardens — Tickets recommended — Explore alpine plants and learn from experts at this gardening conference.
Cheyenne Greenway Foundation's Spring Into Green
9 a.m. — Laramie County Community College — Free entry — Celebrate community connections and the beauty of the south side Greenways.
A Night of Patsy Cline with Juliette Angelo
5:30-9 p.m. — The Louise Event Venue — Ticket prices TBD — Experience a heartfelt tribute to Patsy Cline's timeless songs performed by Juliette Angelo.
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