Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
The United States Air Force Thunderbirds will headline the Wings Over Wyoming Air Show at Francis E.
Warren Air Force Base on July 26 when the free show begins at 10:30 a.m.—parking opens at 6:30 a.m. Visitors must remain on the open field and note that vehicles and hand carried items will be subject to search.
A 19-year-old Cheyenne man awaiting a prison sentence for sexual assault was charged on July 4 with restraining & assaulting a fellow inmate at Laramie County Detention Center and now faces aggravated assault and battery as well as felonious restraint charges while his preliminary hearing is set for July 18 at 9:00 a.m.
Cheyenne’s Capitol Avenue Bronze Project nears its goal of 100 sculptures after 82 have been installed and nine more are planned, fulfilling art dealer Harvey Deselms’ dream to honor local history.
The privately funded project — credited with boosting downtown tourism — will add more statues after reaching its milestone to further celebrate Wyoming’s cultural legacy.
After three weeks of declining prices, the national average gas price rose 2 cents to $3.11 per gallon while Laramie County prices dropped 4 cents to $2.85 on Monday.
The lowest price in the county was $2.66 at Loaf ‘N Jug on E. Lincolnway — a sign of ongoing local differences amid national price gains.
Today the LCSD1 board meets at 5 p.m. via Zoom and 6 p.m. in person at Storey Gym Boardroom, 2811 House Ave. to review a $440 million budget that raises teacher salaries, funds facility upkeep and supports a new charter school—community input will be welcomed during the livestreamed session.
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department advised Cheyenne anglers yesterday to avoid catch-and-release fishing when water temperatures hit 70 degrees to help trout survive—water above 80 degrees can kill fish quickly.
The department suggested anglers monitor water temperatures with a thermometer and fish early when water is cooler.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation launched an online self-guided public meeting to gather input on its 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan—this plan will guide transportation decisions for the next 25 years with input from stakeholders and the public.
Laramie County commissioners met on Tuesday, Feb.
18 at 3:30 p.m. at the Historic Courthouse to review proposals for Wit’s End Adventure Park, a new residential subdivision at Archer Estates, and various county service changes. The board also held public hearings on revised land use regulations, a fee schedule, and a resolution to ban open carry in county buildings effective July 15 — following recommendations from the Planning Commission after extensive community outreach.
Cheyenne City Council met on March 24 and discussed key items including the 15th Street Railcar project, plans for the Pump House, and several rezoning and annexation proposals to guide future growth—critics labeled the railcar plan a boondoggle while major contracts for public infrastructure were also examined.
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.
MicroMania Wrestling
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Outlaw Saloon — Ticketed event — Experience a high-powered, explosive wrestling show with a comedic twist.
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