Good morning, Cheyenne.

Local resident Michael Urban fought a bush fire near Tranquility Road on May 26 and kept it from spreading until firefighters came + he received a Citizens Commendation on June 23 for his brave act.

Neighborhood Night Block Parties return on July 9, 2026 in Cheyenne, offering food, games, music, and family-friendly activities at locations like Arrow Place, Ascension Lutheran Church, and HealthWorks to foster connections between residents and police.

Two Cheyenne students from Laramie County Community College were honored with Skill Point Certificates in Extemporaneous Speaking and First Aid CPR after winning their state level competitions at the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta, which ran June 1-5.

Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities discovered an unusual bacterium in the reuse wastewater system in February and disinfected the system so that irrigation has resumed.

Officials are reviewing legal details and have not yet named the industrial user responsible — some residents suspect a data center may be connected.

Rooted in Cheyenne fall planting applications are open today for homeowners within city limits; trees will be planted on Saturday, Sept.

19. Homeowners may purchase up to two trees for $50 each or qualify for free trees in select neighborhoods + volunteer with meals and gear included.

Cheyenne PD urges locals to report illegal fireworks and avoid DUI during this July 4 weekend as fire conditions remain high & patrols will increase while the legal fireworks display takes place at the Wyoming State Capitol.

More than 37,000 school-aged children in Wyoming will receive SUN Bucks this summer to get $120 on a preloaded debit card for groceries.

The Department of Family Services has begun notifying families — cards will be mailed out early July.

Applications for the Mayor’s Youth Council are open for Cheyenne high school students interested in learning about government and community leadership; the program runs from August through May and candidates must apply online + at school offices by Friday, Aug.

7 at 4 p.m.

Wyoming Legion Baseball season is in Week 13 with key matchups ahead of state tournaments in late July.

Cheyenne hosts the Mark Robert Classic with regional teams playing today and through the week, and games in Douglas and Gillette will follow (game schedules are subject to change).

Cheyenne East’s Derrick DJ Murphy Jr. earned the Gatorade Wyoming Boys Track and Field Player of the Year award for 2025-26 after strong jump performances helped his team at state championships.

He signed a National Letter of Intent to compete at the University of Wyoming and volunteers with local youth programs.

Legion baseball teams finished 12 weeks of play as state tournaments near, with the Division I event in Gillette starting soon and the Division II tournament in Green River set for one month from today, while Sheridan’s 23-game win streak ended last week (marking a notable run).

Fourth of July Celebration

10 AM – 4 PM — Frontier Mall — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a festive Makers Market and community fun.

Caleb T. Conroy Foundation Golf Tournament

6:30 p.m. — South Fork Mobile Home Subdivision — Fundraiser — Enjoy a fun day of golf, prizes, and community support.

Frontier Market

12-6 p.m. — Frontier Mall — Free entry — Saddle up for a weekend filled with local vendors, handmade goods, and family-friendly fun.

90's Country Music Party Featuring Double Wide

Event Start — The Lincoln — Ticket prices to be announced — Dance the night away to classic 90's country hits with Double Wide.

Cheyenne Frontier Days

6 p.m. — Accomplice Beer Company — Varies — Experience the largest outdoor rodeo and western celebration in the world with rodeo events, carnival rides, and more.

2026 New SPED Teacher Bootcamp

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Little America Hotel & Resort — $250 scholarship available — Engage in practical learning designed for new special education teachers to enhance their skills.

Laramie County Fair 2026

Jul 29 – Aug 8 — Laramie County Fair — Pricing varies — Celebrate summer with community fun and engaging activities at Cheyenne's prestigious fair.

Fridays on the Plaza: Lit

Summer evenings — Cheyenne Depot Museum — Free entry — Experience Wyoming's largest outdoor music festival with live entertainment every Friday.