Good morning, Cheyenne.

Cheyenne Recreation Division and Arena Training Institute are set to offer a free women’s self-defense class on Jan.

10 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at 1212 Ridge Road, open to women (ages 14 and up) with early registration encouraged.

Cheyenne residents can enjoy a festive weekend of free holiday events including the Christmas Tree Stroll and Holiday Lights until Jan.

4 and Breakfast with Santa at the Archer Complex at 8:30 a.m.; other events offer a market and a holiday sip and shop at a local brewery.

A BNSF train derailed Friday near Cheyenne after strong winds caused container cars to topple; residents reported at least 150 cars were affected & service is under assessment.

On Dec. 18, Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray criticized Gov. Mark Gordon’s office after the Attorney General moved ahead with an appeal reversing a judge’s decision to approve the Pronghorn H2 wind project lease in Converse County — Gray said the appeal skipped a chance for public input.

Gov. Mark Gordon and the Wyoming Energy Authority approved $100M in matching funds to support BWXT’s energy project, announced Friday in Cheyenne.

Cheyenne officials reminded residents which holiday materials can be recycled during the season — they urge everyone to review the official guidelines for sorting approved items.

Wyoming’s health department submitted an 84-page application for up to $800M in federal funds to improve rural care — the proposal offers incentives for small hospitals and workforce training grants and awaits funding decisions by Dec.

31.

Ruffians, a local barber shop, analyzed Google search trends and found Wyoming residents looked most for hair loss help with 587 monthly searches, followed by hair growth and dandruff.

The data shows a strong local focus on hair care during winter (reflecting personal and seasonal challenges).

Wyoming has named Christian Taylor as the new playcaller for its football team.

Taylor spent two seasons with the Buffalo Bills and brings 16 years of college coaching experience + he will help the Cowboys improve their offense.

A Day of Bluegrass Guitar with Jim Hurst

2-7 p.m. — Laramie County Library — Free entry — Experience an evening of captivating bluegrass music with renowned guitarist Jim Hurst.