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Friday, August 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Cheyenne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Luke Branson Talbott (31) from Casper was arrested in Cheyenne at 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 29 for allegedly strangling a household member and was charged with domestic battery; he faces a felony charge, was set at $3,000 cash bond, and will have a preliminary hearing on Monday, Aug. 11 at 11:30 a.m. KGAB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne artists Georgia and Dave Rowswell—partners in art for over 40 years—were chosen as the 2025 Wyoming Artists in Residence by the state Parks and Cultural Resources department. They will begin a 10-day residency in September that takes them to state parks where the public can observe their work firsthand. Cap City News
- ➤ Cheyenne has a busy week as Friday brings a plaza show by The Expendables and a downtown art walk while earlier micro wrestling at the Outlaw Saloon and a country show with Redferrin at The Lincoln drew local crowds. Residents will enjoy a Saturday arts celebration at 11 a.m.—the week also features a weekly farmers market and a dinosaur exhibit from the Geological Museum. 106.3 Cowboy Country
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming is expected to lose about $50 million in annual coal royalty revenue after the federal government lowered rates from 12.5 to 7%—a change introduced in the Big Beautiful Bill signed last month. Officials said the small offset from higher severance and ad valorem payments will not fully cover the drop, raising concerns over funds for education, roads, and local services. Cap City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wyoming Department of Health issued an advisory for Sloans Lake in Cheyenne today—warning residents about the increasing risk of blue-green algae blooms. Wyoming Tribune Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Laramie County commissioners approved the county's 2025 mill levies on Monday after a public hearing. The levies adjust bonds for Laramie County Community College, lower payments for Fire District 1, and raise the Fire Authority levy to cover bond interest as property values decline. Cap City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming wide receiver Jackson Holman, a transfer from Arizona, said on SportsZone he is hoping to boost the Cowboys this season. The team will open their season in three weeks on the road at Akron. KFBC
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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