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Online Poll: Size Of This Year’s Cheyenne Frontier Days Crowds
We are most of the way through Cheyenne Frontier Days 2024, albeit with the big final weekend still ahead. So it seems like an appropriate time to ask: what do you think of the size of CFD crowds this year? We aren't just talking about the rodeo attendance figures, which won't be released until Sunday night. CFD officials stopped announcing daily rodeo attendance several years ago.
4 New Fugitives Added to Laramie County’s ‘Most Wanted’ List
The Laramie County Sheriff's Office has added four new fugitives to its "Most Wanted" list. Vance Aulis, Alan Berg, Treva Larson, and Dustyn Sweat are now among 12 fugitives being sought by the department. Laramie County Deputies Are Still Looking for These Most Wanted Fugitives. Antonio Oros-Garfia, who was added...
23-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Casper on 12th and CY Avenue
On Saturday, July 20 around 5:13 p.m. a 23-year-old motorcyclist, Cole Paulsen, was killed near Casper in a wreck. The crash happened on West 12th Street and CY Avenue near milepost 99.64. The Wyoming Highway Patrol lists the Casper Police Department as the responding agency and note they did not...
Cheyenne Woman Charged After Troopers Find Drugs in Her Purse
A 26-year-old Cheyenne woman is facing drug possession charges after Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers reportedly found 22 grams worth of fentanyl and gabapentin pills in her purse. According to a booking sheet, Riley J. Sams was arrested on July 22, 2024, after a trooper stopped the vehicle she was riding...
Man accused of swiping right on ex’s profile, violating protection order
CASPER, Wyo. — A 20-year-old Natrona County man was charged with violating a protection order after his ex-girlfriend told Casper police he swiped right on her Tinder profile. The man appeared in circuit court this week and pleaded not guilty. He was arrested after failing to appear on a...
Hot in Casper: David Street Station Gives Update on the Splash Pad
The heat is on here in Casper, but you still can still cool off at the Splash Pad at David Street Station. While there have been some issues with the Splash Pad as of late, it is open today and repairs are in the works. The official David Street Station...
Construction underway at former Ranch Inn site
JACKSON, Wyo. — For those wondering why there’s a pile of rubble where the Ranch Inn used to be, a mixed-use condominium and retail building is going up in its place. Construction is underway at the 1.2-acre parcel on Pearl Avenue that includes the addresses of 50 S Cache St and 45 and 75 E Pearl Ave. Three buildings on the block have been demolished, including the Ranch Inn Hotel, the Ranch shops retail building at the corner of Cache and Pearl and the Under the Willow art gallery, which was adjacent to the alley on the block along Cache.
Wyoming’s Big Show is Back Next Week with Nightly Concerts
ROCK SPRINGS — Wyoming’s Big Show kicks off next week, and along with it comes the beloved concert series taking place every night throughout the entire fair week. The concerts are free with paid fair admission, giving all fair patrons entertainment each night of the fair. Seating is festival style and people can either stand up front or can bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Cheyenne Frontier Days: Performance 5 Winning Rides and Runs
Three Top 30 roughstock cowboys claimed the top spots Wednesday afternoon in Cheyenne. No. 5 R.C. Landingham, 84 Points on Smith Pro Rodeo’s JBC Bent Rail. Unranked Brayden Schmidt/Unranked Pace Blanchard, 9.2 Seconds. No. 28 Allen Boore, 84 Points on Dakota Rodeo’s Carney Girl. No. 62 Kinlie Brennise,...
Man charged with bringing deadly weapon into Campbell County Detention Center
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Deputies arrested a man following a short pursuit and charged him with a felony after finding a handgun on him inside the Campbell County Detention Center on Thursday, Undersheriff Quentin Reynolds said. Christopher D. Ortego, 41, was arrested on July 25 for eluding and impaired driving...
St. Margaret’s School STEM Coordinator: Ignite Young Minds!
Are you a creative thinker with a passion for science, technology, engineering, and math? St. Margaret’s School is seeking a dynamic STEM Coordinator to inspire our students!. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on young minds while enjoying flexibility and a rewarding stipend. What you’ll...
Arrests, Arraignments for Thursday, July 25
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Arrests are as provided by the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office. Some names have been withheld at the request of law enforcement. All persons cited or arrested are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filing by the Campbell County Attorney’s Office.
Reigning World Champs Dominate Cheyenne Frontier Days Quarterfinals 4
CHEYENNE, Wyo., July 22, 2024 — The 128th Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo could be life-changing for Kansas cowgirl Chelsea Moore. Riding her five-year-old gelding, The Kandyman, that she calls Jackson, Moore stopped the clock in 17.07 seconds to win Quarterfinals 4 of the rodeo and advance to the Semi Finals. Prior to Cheyenne’s rodeo, the mom of two was ranked 40th in the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association world standings.
Cody Sosebee, Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo Clown
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - Cody Sosebee describes himself as the Rodeo Clown, Barrel Man, and ambassador for the Cheyenne Frontier Days. The main job for Sosebee is to be a distraction for the bulls during the bull riding events, which allows for the bull riders to make it safely out of the arena.
City Arborist Provides Update on Trees in Sheridan
Officials with the City of Sheridan recently received an update from City Arborist Clark Van Hoosier. Sheridan Media’s Ron Richter has the details. The warm, dry winter has had a negative impact on the trees throughout Sheridan. City Arborist Clark Van Hoosier said there has been a widespread decline of the trees in the community because of the recent winter.
Young at Heart Community Campfire set for Friday
The Young at Heart Community Center will host a Community Campfire this Friday, July 26. The event will begin at 7:30 p.m. at 2400 Regan Ave. in Rock Springs. Attendees will receive a free s’more kit, and children must be accompanied by an adult. The event promises a delightful evening for friends and family to enjoy together. It is a potluck, so participants are encouraged to bring a dish or dessert to share. Young at Heart will provide hot dogs, buns, condiments, and s’mores. Cornhole boards will be set up for everyone to play during the campfire.
Douglas’ Teigen Boyson Commits to Tabor College for Baseball
Teigen Boyson from the Douglas Cats American Legion Baseball team will continue his career on the diamond at the next level after recently signing at Tabor College. Boyson was a first-team all-conference selection this year after being a second-team all-conference pick in 2023. Boyson had a .358 batting average for...
Cheyenne community comes together for Cheyenne Day
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - Residents of Cheyenne come together to celebrate a town many of us call home. Today is locally known as Cheyenne Day, a local holiday like no other. Residents of Cheyenne saddled up to celebrate the local history of Wyoming’s capitol city. Several festivities...
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