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Cheyenne
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Cheyenne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ PBS Books will highlight Wyoming's rich writing history today on its Reading Road Trip+ streaming on Facebook and YouTube and featuring famous authors like Hemingway, Craig Johnson and Rislov. The event will show Wyoming's creative legacy and praise the state's strong storytelling tradition. 106.3 Cowboy Country
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne Recreation Division announced a new Tiny Tunes Music Class for children 0 to 7 and their caregivers that will begin the week of Nov. 4 to explore music through singing, movement, and play. Families can register in one of two sessions — Mondays at 10 a.m. or Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. — for the six-week course ending Dec. 17; registration is open until Oct. 30 with a $50 fee and limited spots available. City of Cheyenne
- ➤ The Laramie County School District 1 Board of Trustees approved improvement plans Monday for six struggling schools (Bain, Goins, Rossman elementary, Johnson and Carey junior high, and South High) that did not meet state performance expectations. The plans include assessments, trainings and monthly check-ins to improve scores, and superintendent Dr. Stephen Newton noted that fewer schools failed to meet expectations compared to last year. Cap City News
- ➤ At its Monday meeting, the Laramie County School District 1 Board of Trustees honored student and staff achievements, including three Students of the Week and champions in state tennis as well as national speaking. The board also recognized teachers and support staff, awarding Cheyenne Schools Foundation honors—acknowledging efforts that advance local educational success. Cap City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Laramie County School District 1 Board of Trustees voted Monday to submit a resolution to the Wyoming School Boards Association that required teacher hearings to end within 100 days—allowing superintendents to suspend pay for charged employees. The board also approved raising the monthly retirement health insurance contribution from $779 to $884 and renewed several service contracts. Cap City News
- ➤ The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear Fred Eshelman’s appeal, leaving in place a lower-court ruling that allows corner crossing to access 2.44 million acres of public land—an outcome that ends a five-year legal fight. The decision applies across Wyoming and five other states, confirming the long-standing tradition of public access despite property disputes. Cap City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming high school volleyball enters its final regular season week with key conference games scheduled from Oct. 21st to Oct. 25th to decide playoff seeds before next weekend’s regional tournaments — nine teams are undefeated while four remain winless. 106.3 Cowboy Country
- ➤ After a tough three-point loss to Air Force, coach Jay Sawvel moved Jay Johnson to offensive analyst and promoted Jovon Bouknight to offensive coordinator to give the offense a needed jolt—Wyoming now plans to boost its scoring as it prepares for the Border War against Colorado State on Saturday at War Memorial Stadium. Sawvel noted the team also faces challenges from injuries and frequent substitutions that have hurt its rhythm. KING FM
- ➤ Wyoming high school football teams ended Week 7 with playoff implications as Sheridan extended its 51-game win streak by rallying from a halftime deficit at Campbell County and Star Valley recorded 29 straight wins in a blowout over Evanston (standings updated through Oct. 18). Newcastle upset ranked Burns by two points while Wheatland earned its first win (tightening the playoff race). 106.3 Cowboy Country
- ➤ Cheyenne Frontier Days was awarded the 2025 PRCA Remuda Award for its top-quality bucking stock pens created by a team of skilled stock contractors — the honor recognizes its careful planning and animal care. The award will be presented on Dec. 3 at the PRCA Awards Banquet in Las Vegas. Cap City News
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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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