Good Day
Cheyenne
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Cheyenne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The University of Wyoming Extension launched the Wyoming Specialty Crop Directory, a new online database with nearly 1,100 listings of local food products such as produce, jams, and honey. The free resource, funded by a USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant, is organized by county—making it easy for residents to find nearby producers. Cap City News
- ➤ Food Bank of Wyoming launched a new Advisory Council in March that includes nine experts—two from Cheyenne—to fight rising food insecurity that has reached a decade high. The council will advise on strategic plans and build partnerships to help ensure reliable access to nutritious food across the state. Cap City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ PBS Books is highlighting Wyoming's rich literary history with a reading road trip that features local authors and illustrators — the program will debut October 22 on Facebook and YouTube. The event honors writers who have drawn inspiration from the state's landscapes and culture. KGAB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Laramie County’s average gas price dropped 16 cents to $2.66 per gallon today, making it Wyoming’s second-cheapest with some Cheyenne stations offering fuel as low as $2.58 + national prices fell more slowly over the same period. Cap City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the LCSD1 Board of Trustees met at the Storey Gym Boardroom via Zoom—both in person and online—to decide on a policy that speeds up teacher termination hearings with a 100-day deadline and to vote on a retirement health insurance option contributing up to $789 monthly for eligible employees. They will also consider a resolution for legal changes and vote on School Improvement Plans for six underperforming schools identified by the state education department. Cap City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wyoming State Capitol dome was restored in 2019 with 7 ounces of 24-karat gold leaf, and its raw material value is estimated at $18,480—this figure does not account for the expert labor required during the restoration. KGAB
- ➤ Furloughed federal workers in Wyoming have faced 17 days of a shutdown with reduced pay, causing financial stress and changes in their daily lives as they check their food supplies and seek counseling. Agencies are offering gift cards and unemployment advice while a federal judge has blocked further layoffs & workers worry about long-term job security. Cap City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Head coach Jay Sawvel demoted offensive coordinator Jay Johnson after yesterday's loss, assigning wide receivers coach Jovon Bouknight to call plays while Johnson remains an offensive analyst—Bouknight will debut his new role on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. against Colorado State. KGAB
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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.
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Blue October Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Free entry — Experience emotional rock melodies from the renowned band Blue October.
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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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Pumpkin Patch Tangles Workshop
Create your own unique autumn decor — 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. — Cheyenne Botanic Gardens — Supplies provided — Learn new patterns while tangling wooden pumpkins.
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Trick or Treat Smell My Beats
8 PM – 12 AM — The Lincoln — Ticketed event — Experience a night of Halloween-themed music and fun in Cheyenne.
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The Great Gatsby - Ballet
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the glitz and glamor of the Roaring Twenties in this captivating ballet adaptation of Fitzgerald's classic.
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Sixpence None the Richer Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cheyenne Civic Center — Ticket prices TBD — Enjoy a nostalgic evening with the beloved band known for their timeless hits.
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Beatles vs. Stones - A Musical Showdown
7-8:30 p.m. — The Lincoln — $41-57 — Experience an epic musical rivalry as tribute bands Abbey Road and Satisfaction face off in a battle of the bands.
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Living Room Conversations: Gratitude
12-2 p.m. — Laramie County Library — Free entry — Engage in a thoughtful discussion on gratitude while enjoying a meal with community members.
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Sean McGowan: Solo Guitar Recital
5-7 p.m. — Laramie County Library — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic solo concert featuring classic songs and original compositions from award-winning guitarist Sean McGowan.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first rule of any kind of progress: showing up.
~ Ryan Holiday
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