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18 Year Old Rookie Cowboy Wacey Schalla Explodes onto the Rodeo Scene
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - There aren’t many cowboys at the frontier days rodeo that are competing in the finals for 2 events, but would you believe that one of those cowboys was just 18 years old? Wacey Schalla is competing in his first frontier days rodeo and he’s been prepping for this day for his entire life.
Hard work and camaraderie prepare competitors for Chuckwagon Cookoff
CHEYENNE — There’s nothing quite as country as biscuits and beans with chicken fried steak and cobbler. For those competing in the Cheyenne Frontier Days Chuckwagon Cookoff, there’s also nothing quite as true to their craft. Framing the eastern edge of Old Frontier Town, seven chuckwagons have set up camp, doing what they do best, cooking classic Dutch oven High Plains cuisine. Jim and Susan Patrick, last year’s winners, have...
Three Forks' Tayla Moeykens wins Cheyenne Frontier Days semifinal with arena's fastest time of year
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Three Forks' Tayla Moeykens, the collegiate reserve national barrel racing champion at Montana State the past two years, won her semifinal race at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo on Friday with the fastest time of the year at Frontier Park. Moeykens, riding her 6-year-old gelding KN...
The Michael Houck Real Estate Guide for July 28
The Michael Houck Real Estate Team is hosting four open house events this Sunday. This is your chance to find your forever home — or, at the very least, to see some of the very best houses currently on the market. The houses being shown on Sunday include:. Address:...
‘Meet the Candidates’: Richard Johnson for Cheyenne City Council
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — In this edition of “Meet the Candidates,” Richard Johnson shares with Cap City News how he envisions governing Cheyenne if elected as a city councilmember. Johnson is one of three people running for Ward III. The following are responses that Johnson shared with Cap...
Thermopolis Job Corps Student headed to D.C. Summit
Ryan Mosser is a high school graduate from Thermopolis, Wyoming who enrolled in Wind River Job Corps to get his electrical certifications. Since his arrival in February, he has received his State Electrical Apprenticeship Card and certifications in OSHA-10 Construction, Residential Roof Top Solar Technician, Ladder Safety, and Ramset Power Actuated Tools. Ryan was also “Wind River Job Corps Student of the Week” back in May, and an article was written and published on County 10’s social media webpage.
New Casper Mountain lodge building construction to begin in August
CASPER, Wyo. — Construction on the future Casper Mountain Trails Center is set to begin in the coming month, with preliminary work all but finished. According to a press release by the Natrona County government, the foundation for the new lodge has been poured and the area has been sufficiently cleared. Now, the construction of the building itself will begin around Aug. 1.
Mayfield, Schalla, Wanchuk Among Those Advancing To Cheyenne Frontier Days Finale
Friday’s first semifinal competition determined half of the field for Sunday’s upcoming short-go round at ‘The Daddy of ’Em All.’ The other half will be set during Saturday’s second semifinal round.
RSHS Teen Qualifies for Loretta Lynn’s Amateur Motocross Nationals
ROCK SPRINGS – Dayton Stott, a 17-year-old student at Rock Springs High School, has qualified for the Loretta Lynn’s Amateur Motocross Nationals in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. Stott secured his spot by placing first overall in the regional event, competing against riders from California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Utah,...
Things To Do This Weekend: July 26 – 28
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Look no further! Wyo4News is your go-to guide for all the exciting happenings in Sweetwater County. From lively local events to hidden gems waiting to be discovered, we’ve got the scoop on everything you need to make the most of your weekend. Dive into our latest roundup and find out what’s buzzing around town!
Behind the scenes at Rip N’ Stitch
Workers in Jackson Hole face unique challenges to power the community. The beauty, wild nature and outdoor access the region offers are some of the great perks of life here. But servers, educators, nurses, home builders and more often have to deal with the high cost of living, long commutes and, for some, learning new languages for their jobs.
There’s 2 Mountain States Teams Still Alive in Cheyenne Frontier Days Battle
With a long score and big money to be won, Cheyenne Frontier Days is one of the most prestigious rodeos, and the implications of success there are great, including for the Mountain States Circuit’s cowboys. For Mountain States Circuit contestants, showing out in Cheyenne can potentially set their entire...
School board candidates can file with clerk’s office starting Aug. 7
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Laramie County Clerk’s office is accepting candidate applications for school and college boards of trustees from Aug. 7 through Aug. 26. Names of filed candidates will appear on the Nov. 5 General Election ballot. There are three at-large positions to be filled on the...
WRTA and Wyoming Community Bank: Your Ticket to Rodeo Fun!
Wind River Transportation Authority (WRTA) is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with Wyoming Community Bank! This collaboration is designed to enhance your transportation experience and bring more fun to your summer. A Ride for Rodeo Excitement!. As part of this partnership, Wyoming Community Bank is generously offering free...
WSF Announces Top 5 Market Animal Payout Increases for 2024
Douglas, WY – July 26, 2024 – The Wyoming State Fair is excited to announce a significant increase in payouts for our market goat, beef, sheep, and swine shows, thanks to the generous sponsorships of businesses and individuals across the state. This year, the Wyoming State Fair will be awarding cash prizes to the Overall Top 5 market animals in Market Beef, Market Sheep, Market Swine, and Market Goats. These are a substantial boost, reflecting our commitment to supporting our exhibitors and their outstanding efforts.
3rd Annual Chase the Aces Poker Run to benefit Hunting with Heroes
The Fallen Saints Motorcycle Club Red Desert Chapter will host its 3rd Annual Chase the Aces Poker Run on Saturday, July 27, starting at 9 a.m. This event, dedicated to supporting veterans, will benefit Hunting with Heroes, a Wyoming-based organization that provides outdoor experiences for disabled veterans. Participants will have...
Blayne Brink Wins With ASCS Northern Plains At Casper Speedway
Collecting career win No. 2 with the ASCS Northern Plains Region on Friday night, Blayne Brink sped to victory in the Vince Novotny Classic at Wyoming’s Casper Speedway. Brink’s first triumph of the 2024 season, the Western Winds Concrete No. 14, took the green from the right of the front row and kept pace ahead of Kyler Johnson for the win. Moving up four spots, Montana’s Jeremy McCune grabbed third, with Cody Masse and Kelly Miller making up the top five.
Rodeo Action Heats Up at Cheyenne: First Round of Semifinals Complete
Today at Cheyenne Frontier Days, the first round of the semifinals showcased exceptional performances despite a bit of rain. True rodeo fans packed the stands, undeterred by the weather, demonstrating their dedication to “The Daddy of ‘Em All.”. Bareback Riding. In the first semifinal, Jacob Lees took the...
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