Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
Today, Cheyenne hosts several events including the Home and Garden Show at the Ice and Event Center from 10am to 5pm and the Summertime on the Streets festival on 17th Street from 10am to 5pm with live music and family activities.
Later, residents can enjoy a Paint & Sip event at 6 p.m.—followed by live performances by TY Warner at 7:30 p.m. and Ain’t From Here at 8:30 p.m.
A Cheyenne man, Aric Michael Gibbons, was arrested at Walmart on June 19 at 9:56 p.m. for burglary when police reported he left the store with a stolen trailer hitch + drug paraphernalia in his backpack and he was booked at the Laramie County Detention Center.
A Cheyenne man was arrested at Walmart on June 19 at 9:56 p.m. after leaving the store with a stolen trailer hitch and drug paraphernalia — Aric Michael Gibbons faces felony burglary and drug possession charges.
Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak said a homicide suspect from Thornton, Colorado was caught early Friday when a Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper’s grappler — a tool that slows a car — led deputies to break the tinted windows and arrest the suspect without injury; he is now held on a window tint violation charge as the homicide investigation continues.
A Wyoming trooper rolled his vehicle Friday morning near Cheyenne while using his grapple to slow a fleeing homicide suspect from Thornton, Colorado—he was uninjured and law enforcement later burst the truck’s darkened windows before arresting the suspect on a window tint violation.
On June 5, a meeting of the State Board of Land Commissioners ended with Gov. Mark Gordon and Secretary of State Chuck Gray arguing over a gravel mine and wind projects on a prized state property at the base of Casper Mountain—months of protests, lawsuits, and social media attacks had worsened the dispute. The clash slowed the board’s work and may make it harder for officials to reach agreements in future meetings.
University of Wyoming freshman Charles LaFore placed second in the hammer throw on Thursday at Hayward Field and set a personal best of 70.29 meters—his best toss before his final attempt.
The Littleton, Colorado native will enter next season as the national runner-up in track and field.
Overtime: The Long Way Home Tour Featuring Krizz Kaliko
8 PM – 2 AM — Outlaw Saloon — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of music with American rapper Krizz Kaliko.
Superday 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Lions Park — Fundraising for Rooted in Cheyenne — Enjoy a fun day with refreshments and exciting prizes for kids.
PRCA Xtreme Bulls Championship
5:45-7:40 p.m. — Cheyenne Frontier Days — $30 Adult, $25 Child — Watch top cowboys and cowgirls compete in thrilling rodeo events for the coveted All-Around title.
Will Run for Cannoli 5K
8 AM - 12 PM — Lions Park — Free entry — A family fun run with raffles and a cannoli for every participant at the finish line.
American Aquarium Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Outlaw Saloon — 21+ event — Experience the honest voice of country music with American Aquarium performing live.
Cheyenne Frontier Days 2025
Daily — Cheyenne, WY — Ticket prices vary — Experience the largest outdoor rodeo featuring thrilling competitions, live music, and tasty Western cuisine.
The Frontmen Concert
6 PM – 12 AM — Outlaw Saloon — Tickets available — Experience the iconic voices of 90's country legends live in concert.
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