Good morning, Cheyenne.

Laramie County Library System is rolling out its new book bike at Cheyenne Frontier Days parade Saturday; the three-wheeled electric trike with an attached stagecoach wagon will soon serve community events (offering tailored book and activity collections without needing a library card).

Cheyenne Frontier Days continues its long volunteer tradition with more than 2,700 local helpers running parades, concerts and chuckwagon cookoffs.

Local families pass their community spirit down to young volunteers, keeping the event a true celebration of Western heritage.

Animal rescues led a strong showing during WyoGives Day Wednesday in Cheyenne—Cheyenne Animal Shelter surpassed its $25,000 goal with 244 donors while Black Dog Animal Rescue ranked among the top with over $31,000 raised for outreach programs.

A new Dunkin’ on Pershing will open in fall 2026 in Cheyenne (corner of Pershing and Ridge, Ward III) replacing a former gas station near Albertsons.

This location will be the city’s first standalone Dunkin’ outside military bases or gambling facilities.

The Galloping Horse in front of The Wrangler was refurbished early Thursday by the Graham family (270 hours of work) and stands at the intersection of Lincolnway and Capitol Avenue with its power still off.

It is expected to gallop today in time for Frontier Days.

Cheyenne Frontier Days brings rodeos, pancake breakfasts on 7/20, 7/22 and 7/24, and downtown parades on 7/18, 7/21, 7/23 and 7/25 with concert acts at The Lincoln+ additional events including a Tuesday Farmers Market and Fridays On The Plaza round out the summer lineup.

On July 16, the Queen’s Brunch at Cheyenne Frontier Days brought rodeo royalty together when Miss Frontier Katherine Olson & her Lady in Waiting MeadowAnn King celebrated local traditions and honored volunteers while previewing the upcoming American Indian showcase.

Families can now apply for free and reduced-price meals for the 2026-27 school year through Laramie County School District 1 Nutrition Services in Cheyenne.

Applications are available online or in paper form and will remain active until Oct. 5 (if not updated, meal status changes to paid).

The Legislature's Select Committee on School Finance Recalibration (its first meeting in Wyoming) is reviewing whether to add food service funding to the school model after a ruling on underfunded public education; Johnson County School District No.1 said changes may come by the 2027-28 school year to support meal programs.

A Wyoming Game and Fish official said wind turbines killed over 23,000 birds and bats in 2025 and is testing new technology like IdentiFlight+ to lessen future impacts on wildlife.

Cheyenne water officials traced a dangerous bacterium to a Meta data center, stopping the use of recycled water in parks and sports fields while canceling discharge privileges.

Community and state leaders now warn that more data centers may need stricter water rules + safety measures.

The Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities paused water main installation on Dell Range Boulevard to ease traffic during Cheyenne Frontier Days; work will resume the week of July 27 with normal travel lanes open in both directions.

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.