Good morning, Cheyenne.

Cheyenne will soon be home to its largest AI data center as Tallgrass & Crusoe start construction of an 1.8-gigawatt facility in southeast Cheyenne that is designed to expand to 10 gigawatts.

The project will use natural gas & carbon capture to power the center and is expected to boost job growth and energy innovation in Wyoming.

Cheyenne police arrested 18-year-old Marcus T.

Clark on July 14 after finding him with blood on his hands near a truck and evidence that he broke several windows at a home—he faces a felony charge for destruction of property over $1,000 along with misdemeanors for interference with a peace officer and underage consumption of alcohol.

Cheyenne police responded to a report of an unconscious driver on July 22 and found nearly a pound of suspected marijuana along with THC products in a pickup parked improperly in an alley between West 18th and West 19th streets—suspect Alan Harms faces felony possession charges.

On July 17th, Wyoming attorneys filed an appeal asking the Supreme Court to overturn a February ruling that said the state underfunded public schools—citing a lack of clear evidence showing the harm to students.

The filing criticizes the current funding model and marks another step in a long series of legal challenges over education funding.

A Cap City News reader reported that while driving along County Road 124 north of Cheyenne, she and her daughter spotted a black bear roaming the fields—Game and Fish officers arrived soon after to help guide the animal.

The Cheyenne City Council is holding a work session today at 6 p.m. in the Municipal Building to review its 2025 goals — and will hold a second session on Aug.

1 at noon in Council Chambers to discuss potential 6th Penny projects from the police department.

On Monday, June 23, Cheyenne City Council advanced County Pocket Annexation No. 6 by approving a second reading for annexing 38 properties located south of Dell Range Boulevard, east of Dry Creek, west of Whitney Road and north of Charles Street—part of a plan to unify emergency services—and passed new zoning rules matching county classifications. The measure will raise property taxes by about 5% and require city trash service.

Brig. Gen. Toby J. Alkire was appointed deputy surgeon general for the Army National Guard—he began his two-year dual assignment on June 1 while continuing his role as Deputy Adjutant General under Lt. Gen. Mary Izaguirre and will travel as needed to the U.S. Army Medical Command.

The City of Cheyenne is asking residents to join two advisory boards—one that meets monthly to advise on community technology and another that will guide housing and community development programs.

Residents must submit applications by Aug. 13 at 5 p.m.

Cheyenne’s Weed and Pest Division found increased West Nile virus in local mosquitoes and is advising residents to drain water, wear long sleeves, and use EPA-registered repellent—public health officials reported the season's first local human case and the city will spray for mosquitoes after sunset.

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.

Downtown Charity Putt Putt Golf Tournament

9:30 a.m. — Paris West Restaurant and Bar — $15 entry fee — Golf through creatively designed holes spread across downtown for a good cause.

Soarin' Blue Pickleball and Cornhole Tournament

4 PM – 7 PM — The Picklr Cheyenne — Registration fees apply — Enjoy thrilling matches and great food at this community-friendly sports tournament.

Randy Travis Concert

7-9 PM — Cheyenne Civic Center — Cost info unavailable — Experience the smooth baritone sounds of a renowned country artist in a local venue.