Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
Good morning, Cheyenne.
Members of the Centennial Antique Engine—Tractor Club from southeastern Wyoming and northern Colorado show off their vintage tractors in parades and community events to share their farm heritage.
They restore classic tractors and host educational events where local schools learn old farm skills—keeping the tradition alive.
A group of state officials and industry leaders gathered Monday at the Idaho National Laboratory to discuss a nuclear energy renaissance as Wyoming, Utah and Idaho plan projects like Oklo’s Aurora Powerhouse and Bill Gates’ Kemmerer investment — officials said challenges remain with fuel storage and worker shortages.
Wyoming legislators have proposed a 'greenie tax' on non-motorized trail users—charging Wyoming riders $10 a year, nonresidents $20, and $5 daily—to fund trail improvements as mountain bikers from Colorado drive up Happy Jack Road toward Curt Gowdy State Park amid rising demand.
Weston County voters presented proposals to a legislative committee Thursday urging lawmakers to redraw district maps so rural counties get a stronger voice—solutions include weighted voting and fixed county representation.
Lawmakers will review the proposals further and report recommendations before Dec. 1.
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is asking hunters in northeast Wyoming hunt areas 1, 2, 113, 116, 117, 122, 123 and 126 to help test for brucellosis by taking a blood sample from their elk this fall using a sample kit mailed two weeks before the hunt — hunters must keep the sample cool and return it to qualify for a raffle entry.
The Wyoming Cowgirls swept the Air Force Falcons on Saturday with scores of 25-19, 25-19, 25-16 to move to 2-0 in Mountain West play — the team set a season-best with 17 blocks.
Sarah Holcomb led with nine kills and 10 blocks while Addy Cook, Paige Lauterwasser, and Jordan Sandy added strong plays.
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.
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.
Trunk or Treat Festival
1-3 p.m. — Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon filled with candy and spooky fun at the annual Trunk or Treat event.
Blue October Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Free entry — Experience emotional rock melodies from the renowned band Blue October.
Tuesday Night Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures
6-7:30 p.m. — Laramie County Library — Free entry — Engage in a discussion about the charming novel, Remarkably Bright Creatures, alongside its author.
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