Good morning, Cheyenne.

Last month, Kraken, a multi-billion-dollar crypto company, moved its headquarters to Cheyenne, marking a major step in Wyoming’s drive to attract digital asset businesses.

The firm said it would keep most positions remote+ while its increased local presence may lead to new opportunities in the area.

Trial jury selection begins Monday in Cheyenne for the double first-degree murder trial of Douglas Mark Smith, who reported the July 20 killing of 76-year-old George Manley and 67-year-old Dwight Brockman at The Coin Shop; if convicted, he faces life in prison.

A man (48 years old) with a history of domestic violence was arrested on July 5 in rural Laramie County after he hit two women with a bullwhip and attacked a deputy during a welfare check, and he now faces felony injury to a deputy and domestic battery charges.

A 44-year-old Cheyenne man, Ezekiel Hernandez, pleaded guilty on Thursday for making a bomb threat to delay a trial and accepted a plea deal to testify against Melinda Hurt, a Fort Collins woman accused of theft using his roommate’s ID and bank information — his sentence will be suspended while charges of witness intimidation and terroristic threats are dropped.

The developer of Wyoming's first new coal mine in decades has unveiled plans for a half-billion-dollar project to extract rare earth metals from the site — a move that may modernize local mining operations.

Future details will be released as the project develops.

Laramie County Clerk Debra Lee announced a free Document Alert service that sends an email when property documents such as deeds, liens, or power-of-attorney filings are recorded in the county—this tool helps residents spot potential fraud early.

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.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

Jul 29-31 — BEAST - City of Cheyenne — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills focusing on scoring, ball handling, and decision-making.

Laramie County Fair 2025

4:30 PM – 1:00 AM — 3801 Archer Pkwy, Cheyenne, WY — Free entry — Experience the fun at this year's Laramie County Fair with vibrant activities, live animals, and family entertainment.

Bass Oasis

5:45 PM — The Louise Event Venue — Ticket cost varies — Experience electrifying soundscapes and heavy-hitting bass at Cheyenne's newest music event.

Shoes Cruise 2 Booze with Skechers!

7-8 p.m. — Blue Raven Brewery — Check out new Skechers running shoes and enjoy beverages post-run, with a chance to win a pair!

Bruise-A-Palooza Roller Derby

6 PM - 9 PM — City of Cheyenne Ice and Events Center — Entry fee required — Experience thrilling roller derby matches with teams from across the region.

The Cheyenne Farmers Market

Come join Community Action of Laramie County, Inc, and your favorite local and regional vendors, farmers and artisans for 10 weeks of fresh fruit, vegetables, unique home bakers, kettle corn, kimchi, honey and more, each Saturday from 7am to 1pm near the Chris LeDoux statue at Frontier Park August 9 to October 11.