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Laramie County's election results reflect strong Republican presence.

Laramie County's recent election saw Maren Kallas and Janelle Rose elected to the Cheyenne City Council, while Sheriff Brian Kozak held his ground.

Laramie County, WY · 6d

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House District 48 Candidates Discuss Water, Economic Diversity and Taxes

ROCK SPRINGS — While they have different approaches to state issues, the candidates seeking election to House District 48 do agree that something has to change in Cheyenne. Democrat Susan Schmid and Republican Jim Wamsley spoke to residents during a legislative debate hosted by the Rock Springs Chamber of Commerce Oct. 22.

Rock Springs, WY · 8d
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Election 2026: Wyoming, Laramie County voters retain all judges

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Three statewide and four Laramie County judicial seats were up for retention in Tuesday’s election, and voters opted to retain them all. Two Wyoming Supreme Court justices appeared on the ballot. Judge Bridget Hill was retained with 55,563 votes in favor and 17,073 votes against statewide. Fellow justice Judge Robert C. Jarosh received 54,226 votes in favor of retention to 17,243 votes against.

Laramie County, WY · 6d
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Early voting surpasses previous turnout

Cheyenne, Wyo. - The Laramie County Clerk's office issued a release saying voters turned out early in greater numbers this year than in the 2022 midterms. Monday marked the final and 28th day of early in-person voting for the Nov. 3 General Election. Data from the Laramie County Clerk's office...

Laramie County, WY · 7d
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Laramie County health and food inspections (10/23/26–10/29/26)

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department inspects restaurants, bars, convenience stores, delis, grocery stores, bed and breakfasts and more. Every facility has an unannounced inspection at least twice a year. According to the department, there are two types of violations: “red critical violations” and “black violations.” Critical...

Laramie County, WY · 9d

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Agriculture code changes, county pocket annexation up for last committee read today

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The City of Cheyenne’s Public Services Committee will review 12 proposed ordinances today before sending all but one back to the Cheyenne City Council for final consideration. If they are approved, Cheyenne would create new rules for urban farming and gravel parking lots, annex a county pocket and more.

Cheyenne, WY · 8d

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Laramie County voters emphasize civic duty as they head to the polls

CHEYENNE – Election Day activity began ramping up early Tuesday morning as thousands of Laramie County voters headed to the polls to exercise their civic duty and vote for their preferred candidates in person. The Wyoming Tribune Eagle asked some of these voters why they think elections are important,...

Laramie County, WY · 6d

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As gas prices fall, Natrona County leads Wyoming with lowest fuel average

CASPER, Wyo. — Natrona County’s average gas price fell 8 cents over the last week to an average of $4.03 per gallon, according to AAA data. Wyoming’s statewide average also dropped 8 cents to $4.30 per gallon. AAA reported a 12-cent drop in the national average to $4.16 per gallon, a drop also reported by price-tracking service GasBuddy, which put the national average at $4.12 per gallon.

Natrona County, WY · 8d

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Laramie County early voting eclipses 2022 midterms, clerk says

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Despite the early voting period being reduced from 45 days in 2022 to 28 in 2026, 2,000 more Laramie County voters participated in early voting this election cycle. Early voting for the 2026 general election closed today, and the results indicate that democratic participation this year...

Laramie County, WY · 7d

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PHOTOS: Cheyenne houses show off Halloween spirit

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Halloween 2026 is just days away, and Cheyenne’s holiday spirit is on full display. All around town, locals have decorated their houses to suit the season and show off their Halloween spirit. See below some spooky houses from a morning drive in Cheyenne. Know a...

Cheyenne, WY · 11d

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Cheyenne Finance Committee to talk Reed Avenue Rail Corridor project expansion

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne Finance Committee is set to meet today. On the committee’s short agenda is a plan to increase the contract amount of the Reed Avenue Rail Corridor Design Project by more than $1 million, bringing the total project cost to $2,487,566. The Finance Committee...

Cheyenne, WY · 7d

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Laramie County food inspections expose restaurant violations this week: Sept 25–Oct 1

Late September inspections by the Cheyenne-Laramie County Health Department flagged multiple food-service operations for problems ranging from pest presence to temperature lapses — and several businesses must undergo follow-up checks. These routine, unannounced visits matter because lapses in storage, sanitation or supervision can raise the risk of foodborne illness for local diners.

Laramie County, WY · 19d

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Loss of Airman Thornton leaves a mark on the F.E. Warren Air Force family

Airman First Class Daniel Thornton, 28, passed away at F.E. Warren Air Force Base on October 28, 2026.

Francis E. Warren Afb, WY · 7d

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Months after arson, Cheyenne approves emergency contract for Pumphouse roof repair

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Months after a fire destroyed the roof of Cheyenne’s Historic Pumphouse, the City of Cheyenne has approved an emergency procurement to replace it. The $1,365,402 contract will go to Legacy Construction, the contractor originally approved to provide construction manager at risk work before the fire.

Cheyenne, WY · 14d

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(LETTER) Questioning the pumphouse contract process

Cap City News publishes letters, cartoons and opinions as a public service. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinions of Cap City News or its employees. Letters to the editor can be submitted by emailing editor@oilcity.news. Dear Cheyenne,. How come the bid to repair the historic pumphouse didn’t follow...

Cheyenne, WY · 10d

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Polls open at 7 a.m. in Laramie County—check out the convenient vote centers around the county

Laramie County's vote centers, like David R Romero Park and Kiwanis Community House, open at 7 a.m. on November 3

Laramie County, WY · 7d

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Experienced Lawmaker and Advocate Lisa Kinney Knows How to Get Things Done

Lisa was born and raised in Laramie Wyoming. She is a librarian, lawyer, financial planner, lawmaker, writer, and photograher. She was the Albany County Public Library Director, conducted the Summit Bar Review, was a law partner in Corthell and King, and was a financial planner. “Former Governor Mike Sullivan endorsed...

Wyoming · 8d

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Downtown Cheyenne Road Closures And Construction Updates

Starting October 28, Central Avenue's west-side lanes will close for roofing work, causing delays.

Cheyenne, WY · 13d

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(OPINION) The Mayor’s Minute with Patrick Collins (10/30/26)

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Two valuable members of our community announced that they are leaving their positions, and I want to thank them for their contributions to our city. First, Dale Steenbergen has accepted the position as the new chamber director in Wichita, Kansas, and Tom Hirsig announced he is retiring from Cheyenne Frontier Days after next year’s rodeo.

Cheyenne, WY · 11d

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Mark Klaassen chosen for vacant Laramie County District Court judge position

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Wyoming Deputy Attorney General Mark Klaassen was appointed by Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon as the next district court judge for the Laramie County 1st Judicial District, replacing retiring judge Peter Froelicher. According to a release by Gordon’s office, Klaassen graduated from Campbell County High School before...

Laramie County, WY · 10d