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Total skier visits hits record in 2021-2022 season

May 14, 2022 The Associated Press The 2021-2022 ski season was record-breaking in the total number of skier visits to resorts around the country, the National Ski Areas Association announced... Read more »

05/14/22 8:45 AM

Special Olympics Wyoming athlete, WHP trooper chosen for final leg of 2022 Law Enforcement Torch Run

04/19/22 3:17 PM

PHOTOS: East, South softball squads square off in showdown of city rivals

04/11/22 5:15 PM

Plan to hit the links? Here’s what Cheyenne’s golf courses are doing for the upcoming season

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne’s golf courses are open, playable and starting off the spring as an avenue for local golfers to enjoy a day of nine or 18 holes on... Read more »

04/08/22 11:45 AM

Registration for city’s men’s and women’s softball leagues still open until next week

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The City of Cheyenne announced via a news release Tuesday that those wishing to sign up for the city’s men’s and women’s softball leagues still have time to... Read more »

04/05/22 3:50 PM

Cheyenne Gymnastics thrives at Wyoming State Championship; many gymnasts to move on to regional levels

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne Gymnastics’ competitive team showed off at the Wyoming State Championship this past weekend in Cheyenne, with numerous gymnasts collecting individual honors. The team’s Xcel Diamond, Platinum, Silver... Read more »

03/24/22 12:23 PM

Tom Brady is returning to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL

March 13, 2022 By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tom Brady’s retirement lasted 40 days. Brady said Sunday he’s returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers... Read more »

03/13/22 8:32 PM

PHOTOS: Cheyenne East boys and girls head to semifinals after wins Thursday night in Casper

CASPER, Wyo. — Cheyenne East teams both beat their Rock Springs opponents on Thursday during quarterfinals at the 4A Wyoming High School Basketball Championships at Casper College. East girls finished... Read more »

03/10/22 9:30 PM

Oden’s 3-pointer in OT secures Pokes’ edge over Bulldogs in regular season closer

CASPER, Wyo. — Hunter Maldonado’s two free throws late in regulation play sent Saturday’s home court matchup against Fresno State into overtime, and Jeremiah Oden’s 3-pointer with 1:49 left in... Read more »

03/05/22 6:27 PM

WNBA’s Brittney Griner arrested in Russia on drug charges

March 5, 2022 By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner was arrested last month at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said a search of her luggage... Read more »

03/05/22 2:53 PM

PHOTOS: East boys basketball makes third time the charm, beats Central in regional

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — East boys basketball defeated rival Central 58–45 on Friday night at Storey Gym in their meeting for the Wyoming High School Activities Association Class 4A East Regional tournament... Read more »

03/04/22 10:22 PM

MLB labor talks intensify as deadline nears to save openers

February 28, 2022 By RONALD BLUM AP Baseball Writer JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Locked-out players and Major League Baseball engaged in a series of intense meetings Monday in an effort... Read more »

02/28/22 5:22 PM

Linder credits Pokes’ defense in Saturday night 74–61 win over Nevada

CASPER, Wyo. — Graham Ike had 23 points and 15 rebounds as the Wyoming Cowboys extended their home winning streak to 13 games, defeating Nevada 74–61 on Saturday night. UW... Read more »

02/26/22 10:40 PM

Miley Cyrus, Green Day span decades in pre-Super Bowl show

February 13, 2022 By ANDREW DALTON AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Miley Cyrus has only been alive for about half the Super Bowls ever played, but her setlist... Read more »

02/13/22 1:05 PM

Keep it clean and the Lombardi Trophy could be yours

February 12, 2022 By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Stay clean. Avoid the critical mistakes. That’s a mantra both the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles... Read more »

02/12/22 5:39 PM

Maldonado scores 21 to carry Wyoming past Fresno St. 61-59

FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Hunter Maldonado had 21 points as Wyoming narrowly beat Fresno State 61-59 on Sunday. Graham Ike had 14 points and eight rebounds for Wyoming (19-3, 8-1... Read more »

02/06/22 8:26 PM

Moguls skier and Wyoming native Kauf delivers the love and wins Olympic silver

February 6, 2022 By EDDIE PELLS AP National Writer ZHANGJIAKOU, China (AP) — At the Tetonia Club in Alta, Wyoming, they clung to one simple phrase as the bedlam gained... Read more »

02/06/22 10:08 AM

Olympian and Alta native Jaelin Kauf competes Sunday in mogul final qualifier

CASPER, Wyo. — Alta, Wyoming native and returning Olympian Jaelin Kauf will advance with teammates Olivia Giaccio and Hannah Soar to the second-round qualifiers Sunday in the U.S. women’s moguls at... Read more »

02/05/22 12:32 PM

AP sources: Despite reports, Tom Brady hasn’t made up mind

January 29, 2022 By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Despite reports that he is retiring, Tom Brady has told the Tampa Bay Buccaneers he hasn’t... Read more »

01/29/22 1:28 PM

Maldonado scores 31 to carry Wyoming over Air Force 63-61

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Hunter Maldonado scored a season-high 31 points, including a layup at the buzzer, as Wyoming edged past Air Force 63-61 on Friday night. Maldonado inbounded it... Read more »

01/28/22 7:11 PM

Saddle Ridge Neighborhood sets meeting for February 2 to discuss proposed pickleball court

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – A neighborhood meeting will take place Wednesday, February 2nd from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Saddle Ridge Elementary School Gymnasium (6815 Wilderness Trail), according to a release... Read more »

01/26/22 9:11 AM

Team Braves Wrestling Club builds youth talent from the ground up — and all the way to the top — in Cheyenne

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — To get an idea of the commitment and exertion it takes to be an elite wrestler, watch a practice. There’s no need to even participate in the many... Read more »

01/21/22 5:07 PM

City League Adult Co-Red Dodgeball registration begins today.

“If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball.” – Patches O’Houlihan CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The city of Cheyenne is inviting residents who want to relive their finest moments... Read more »

01/04/22 10:03 AM

Snowy Range Ski Area welcomes fresh snow as holiday season approaches

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Snowboarders and skiers who have been praying for snow have finally had their lamentations answered as Snowy Range Ski Area in south-central Wyomiung begins to ramp up... Read more »

12/17/21 10:16 AM

Winter Co-Rec Adult Volleyball League now accepting registrations

The city of Cheyenne is reminding residents that only a few weeks remain to register your team for the upcoming adult co-rec volleyball league! Regular registration is open until Thursday,... Read more »

12/14/21 5:06 PM

Laramie’s getting a new collegiate summer wood-bat team — and fans get to help pick the name

CASPER, Wyo. — Austin Byler’s first move toward co-owning a collegiate summer wood-bat team was inspired by a trip to Casper last summer. The Arizona native saw plenty of scenery and... Read more »

12/09/21 3:52 PM

Former UW Cowboy Josh Allen’s take on the wicked Buffalo wind Monday? ‘Wasn’t too bad’

One of the trending topics of the sports world Monday night was how the setting for the NFL’s game between the Buffalo Bills and the New England Patriots looked as... Read more »

12/07/21 11:09 AM

Wyoming Pro Sports Report, Nov. 29 – Dec. 6: Wilson’s injury puts damper on stellar second season

As a new feature of Oil City News and Cap City News’ coverage, the Wyoming Pro Sports Report is a weekly roundup of performances from professional athletes with connections to... Read more »

12/07/21 11:02 AM

Cowboy basketball remains undefeated after rolling past Cal State Fullerton

FULLERTON, Calif. (AP) — Hunter Maldonado had 21 points as Wyoming topped Cal State Fullerton 79-66 on Monday night. Graham Ike had 17 points and nine rebounds for the unbeaten... Read more »

11/30/21 8:32 AM

Maldonado carries Wyoming over Grand Canyon 68-61; UW moves to 4-0

PHOENIX (AP) — Hunter Maldonado had 17 points, seven rebounds and seven assists as Wyoming beat Grand Canyon 68-61 on Monday night. Graham Ike had 13 points for Wyoming (4-0).... Read more »

11/23/21 8:20 AM

Pokes’ offense breaks Utah State’s win streak for 44-17 victory at Maverik Stadium

LOGAN, Utah (AP) — Levi Williams threw two touchdown passes, Titus Sven ran for scores of 43 and 98 yards and Wyoming beat Utah State 44-17 on Saturday night to... Read more »

11/21/21 10:53 AM

Mayor Collins meets with LCSD #1; shares concerns with finding gym space for recreation sports

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – During his weekly Mayor’s Minute Column, Cheyenne Mayor Patrick Collins reported that he spent some time last week speaking with Laramie County School District 1 (LCSD1 Superintendent... Read more »

11/15/21 10:22 AM

State high school football championships results from War Memorial: Broncs and Tigers face off at 4

CASPER, Wyo — War Memorial Stadium at the University of Wyoming in Laramie again played host to the Wyoming State High School Football Championship Games this weekend. These results and... Read more »

11/13/21 4:08 PM

Registration open for Cheyenne Co-Rec Adult Volleyball League

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Get out of the cold this winter with The City of Cheyenne Winter Co-Rec Adult Volleyball League. According to a release from the city, The league will consist... Read more »

11/09/21 10:00 AM

‘Where it should be:’ Pokes bring home the Boot in Border War

November 7, 2021 Levi Williams threw for two touchdowns, Titus Swen led Wyoming’s crushing rushing attack with 166 yards and the Cowboys beat Colorado State 31-17 on Saturday to snap... Read more »

11/07/21 12:40 PM

Broncos star Von Miller traded to Los Angeles Rams

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – The Von Miller era has come to an unspectacular end in Denver Bronco Nation this morning. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Broncos are working to the... Read more »

11/01/21 10:42 AM

Braves vs Astros: A World Series 6 decades in the making

October 24, 2021 By BEN WALKER AP Baseball Writer Freddie Freeman swinging onto baseball’s biggest stage for the first time, Jose Altuve & Co. back for more. Luis Garcia, Framber... Read more »

10/24/21 11:33 AM

Lobos defense stymies Pokes in 14-3 win

LARAMIE, Wyo. (AP) — Isaiah Chavez completed 10 of 11 passes for 112 yards and a touchdown and New Mexico defeated Wyoming 14-3 on Saturday. Chavez cashed in on an... Read more »

10/24/21 11:00 AM

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Total skier visits hits record in 2021-2022 season

Learn how to ride safely this summer at the Kid’s Bike Safety Rodeo

Wyoming Cowboy Logan Harris joins Detroit Lions as undrafted free agent

UW Linebacker Chad Muma hasn’t let diabetes keep him from pursuing NFL dream

Special Olympics Wyoming athlete, WHP trooper chosen for final leg of 2022 Law Enforcement Torch Run

PHOTOS: East, South softball squads square off in showdown of city rivals

Plan to hit the links? Here’s what Cheyenne’s golf courses are doing for the upcoming season

Registration for city’s men’s and women’s softball leagues still open until next week

Cheyenne Gymnastics thrives at Wyoming State Championship; many gymnasts to move on to regional levels

Tom Brady is returning to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL

PHOTOS: Cheyenne East boys and girls head to semifinals after wins Thursday night in Casper

Oden’s 3-pointer in OT secures Pokes’ edge over Bulldogs in regular season closer

WNBA’s Brittney Griner arrested in Russia on drug charges

PHOTOS: East boys basketball makes third time the charm, beats Central in regional

MLB labor talks intensify as deadline nears to save openers

Linder credits Pokes’ defense in Saturday night 74–61 win over Nevada

Miley Cyrus, Green Day span decades in pre-Super Bowl show

Keep it clean and the Lombardi Trophy could be yours

Maldonado scores 21 to carry Wyoming past Fresno St. 61-59

Moguls skier and Wyoming native Kauf delivers the love and wins Olympic silver

Olympian and Alta native Jaelin Kauf competes Sunday in mogul final qualifier

AP sources: Despite reports, Tom Brady hasn’t made up mind

Maldonado scores 31 to carry Wyoming over Air Force 63-61

Saddle Ridge Neighborhood sets meeting for February 2 to discuss proposed pickleball court

Team Braves Wrestling Club builds youth talent from the ground up — and all the way to the top — in Cheyenne

City League Adult Co-Red Dodgeball registration begins today.

Snowy Range Ski Area welcomes fresh snow as holiday season approaches

Winter Co-Rec Adult Volleyball League now accepting registrations

Laramie’s getting a new collegiate summer wood-bat team — and fans get to help pick the name

Former UW Cowboy Josh Allen’s take on the wicked Buffalo wind Monday? ‘Wasn’t too bad’

Wyoming Pro Sports Report, Nov. 29 – Dec. 6: Wilson’s injury puts damper on stellar second season

Cowboy basketball remains undefeated after rolling past Cal State Fullerton

Maldonado carries Wyoming over Grand Canyon 68-61; UW moves to 4-0

Pokes’ offense breaks Utah State’s win streak for 44-17 victory at Maverik Stadium

Mayor Collins meets with LCSD #1; shares concerns with finding gym space for recreation sports

State high school football championships results from War Memorial: Broncs and Tigers face off at 4

Registration open for Cheyenne Co-Rec Adult Volleyball League

‘Where it should be:’ Pokes bring home the Boot in Border War

Broncos star Von Miller traded to Los Angeles Rams

Braves vs Astros: A World Series 6 decades in the making

Lobos defense stymies Pokes in 14-3 win

Crime

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Laramie County Recent Arrests (5/16/22–5/17/22)

Mother of infant at center of Gillette child abuse trial pleads no contest to child endangerment

Natrona County Sheriffs Office seeks work release escapee Joseph Blackburn III

Laramie County Recent Arrests (5/13/22–5/16/22)

Buffalo shooter targeted Black neighborhood, officials say

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Obituaries: Atkinson, Holmes, Roberts

Obituaries: Fernandez, Wilhelm, Fibranz, Ordway-Guille, White

Obituaries: James, Martinez Jr., Chacon Munoz

Obituaries: Crouch, Durcholz, Dillin, Martens

Obituaries: Almendarez, East, Jurgens

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Faculty, students to face off for fundraiser ForMak nonprofit

Gov. Mark Gordon to address Leadership Cheyenne graduates at Chamber of Commerce luncheon

Wyoming

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Numerous Laramie County Planning and Development fees likely to jump sharply soon

Cheyenne artist is honored to have painted the City’s newest boot

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