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Cheyenne
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Cheyenne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A weekend fire at the Historic Pumphouse at 1504 Dillon Ave has led Cheyenne Fire Rescue to extend its investigation through this week, and the mayor remains optimistic about the planned renovation. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Laramie County School District 1 Board meets at 6 p.m. at the Storey Gym Boardroom — 2811 House Ave — to vote on a $37.5M contract for Arp Elementary and ratify staff agreements while reviewing a preliminary 2026 — 2027 budget and approving small purchases; the meeting is available via Zoom. Cap City News
- ➤ The board reviewed a $553 million preliminary budget that includes a $20 million staff compensation package and outlined plans to shutter Deming Elementary for potential repurposing — formal action on the budget is expected in July with more details set for June. Cap City News
- ➤ Baiden Kuntz, an eighth-grade student at Johnson Junior High, was chosen as Laramie County School District 1's Student of the Week for the week of May 18 for his positive attitude, reliable attendance, and academic growth - he enjoys basketball and football and praised his math teacher, Ivan Perry. Cap City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming farms report a $6.3M annual loss from natural disasters plus persistent drought and worsening wheat losses are straining the food supply chain, affecting local production. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Laramie County planners recommended an 800-unit man camp for up to 5,600 workers — while two data center projects are under evaluation near Carpenter and at Terry Ranch Road. A public hearing on the camp is set for 3:30 p.m. June 2 at the Historic Courthouse. Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ Federal officials did not approve Wyoming’s proposal for a perpetuity fund in its $205 million rural health application, and state health staff are negotiating alternative plans to secure funds for rural hospitals and EMS providers with approval needed by end of October (negotiations are about a month behind schedule). Cap City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne hunter River Mossberg hunted in the Snowy Range after his pickup got stuck on May 9; he bagged a super-sized black bear with a clean 118-yard shot the next day (estimated over 300 pounds), while his father and friend also secured large bears this spring season. Cowboy State Daily
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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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