Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
Circle of Cheyenne Citizen Warriors and Friends and Unitarian Universalist Church of Cheyenne will host a community potluck this Saturday to bring neighbors together.
Visitors to Kiwanis Community Park are reminded not to feed neighboring horses or other wildlife and must keep their dogs on leash — complaints prompted the posted signs.
The City warns that feeding horses can cause serious health issues and even lead to accidental injuries — urging all park users to follow the rules closely.
Laramie County School District 1 trustees awarded standout honors to South High student Camila Vazquez, Carey Junior High’s David Snyder, and secondary math coordinator Dr. Amy Kassel while hearing public input on facility use fees.
The board then approved a fundraising motion for East High School’s National Honor Society to cover a trip to Washington, D.C.—scheduled for Feb. 26 to March 2.
On September 23, the LCSD1 Board approved a nearly $1.5 million deal for eight new school buses from Elder Equipment Leasing — these buses replace older ones that met state criteria — using its transport budget.
The board also approved two-year service contracts with Kone Elevator and Pye Barker Inc. — one for elevator work and one for kitchen inspections — with the Wyoming Department of Education set to reimburse the full bus cost over five years.
Cheyenne lawmakers advanced a bill draft on government data privacy in a Wyoming Legislature committee this week — the move may lead to further review before a full vote.
Cheyenne residents will be offered free car seat safety checks this Saturday — part of NHTSA's Child Passenger Safety Week running Sept.
21-27.
Cheyenne police chief Mark Francisco said his department will enforce a new noise ordinance using decibel measurements on moving vehicles—an updated rule set to take effect Saturday that also includes penalties for repeat offenders.
The council approved the ordinance on Monday after public debate, and a review is scheduled for October 31 to assess its impact.
On Monday, the Cheyenne City Council gave its second reading approval for County Pocket Annexation 7 to add 35 properties and extend services like police, fire and sanitation to the area—then it began the process for County Pocket Annexation 8 covering 20 properties and started steps to rezone part of downtown for future development.
Between September 15th and 19th, the Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department inspected restaurants, bars, delis and grocery stores and found both critical and noncritical food safety violations that businesses fixed immediately or within 24 hours + the report noted that locations like Little Caesars, Loaf and Jug and Meadowlark Academy had multiple issues while others such as Nicki’s Child Care and Wyoming Downs had few or no problems. Officials used these findings to guide improvements in food safety education + they aim to help businesses better meet safe practices.
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.
Fuel Live Concert
7:00-10:30 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticket info to be confirmed — Rock out with the American rock band Fuel hailing from Pennsylvania.
Cowboy Joe Auction
5 PM — Little America Hotel & Resort — Includes premium buffet and cocktails — Enjoy a thrilling evening of live and silent auctions.
Free RECA Lunch & Learn
11 AM – 1 PM — The Office Bar and Grill — Free lunch — Learn about RECA benefits and healthcare eligibility while enjoying a complimentary meal.
Afflerbach Elementary Craft & Vendor Show 2025
9 AM – 3 PM — Afflerbach Elementary School — Free entry — Browse a variety of local artisans and small businesses for your seasonal shopping needs.
Thankful Thursday Fundraiser
4-9 PM — East LincolnWay Event Hall — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of raffles, auctions, and dinner to support the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum.
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