Good morning, Cheyenne.

Cheyenne residents experienced a festive kick-off to the holiday weekend with Friday’s Livestock Exposition at Archer offering over $100,000 in cash prizes and opportunities for exhibitors, and they continue celebrating today with Small Business Saturday full of special offers and the 35th Annual Christmas Parade at 5:30 p.m. downtown—complemented by live music at local venues and a Candyland window decorating contest that drew public votes.

The Lions Club and Wyoming State Penitentiary have partnered for several years to support the global Recycle for Sight Program — which collects items to help provide glasses and vision care for those in need.

A strong cold front swept southeast Wyoming—bringing heavy snow showers and hazardous travel conditions into early Saturday morning.

Temperatures dropped with sub-zero wind chills and single-digit lows expected through the weekend.

Permits to cut Christmas trees for the 2025 season are available for purchase on Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests in northwest Colorado and southeastern Wyoming — officials offer several cutting options for buyers.

The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services launched an online system to help businesses start and grow apprenticeship programs—this tool streamlines the process and will support building a skilled workforce.

Local companies now have a new resource to use immediately.

Today, the Wyoming Cowgirls will host South Dakota at 1 p.m. in the Arena-Auditorium after a 75-38 Education Day win over Chadron State, and the game will be broadcast live on the Mountain West Network—ensuring local fans can follow the contest closely.

On Wednesday, the Wyoming Cowboys beat the Denver Pioneers 101-59 at the Arena-Auditorium— a busy home court— with strong play.

They scored 64 points in the second half— their best since 2010— and raised their record to 6-1 overall and 11-0 at home under coach Sundance Wicks.

Holiday Paper Houses Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Cheyenne Creativity Center — $ — Create delightful paper houses to brighten your holiday decor.

Cheyenne Winter Farmers' Market 2025-2026 Season

9 AM – 1 PM — Cheyenne Depot Museum — Free entry — Explore local foods and crafts including fresh produce, baked goods, and unique handmade items while enjoying live music.

Bingo Night

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Laramie County Senior Activity Center — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of fun with friends and lively BINGO games.

Indoor Drive-In Movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas

6-10 p.m. — Event Center at Archer — Free entry — Enjoy a unique drive-in experience with a holiday classic surrounded by festive cheer.