Adam Porter
Will Construction at 30th & Grand Be a Major Disruption? – Survey of the Day
It’s time for construction season in Laramie! As you might remember a few weeks back we talked about some of the major road construction projects taking place in town with the weather warming up. One of the most major closures this construction season starts today with the closure of the intersection at 30th Street & Grand Avenue.
2012 Albany County Home Show Coming to Laramie’s Fairgrounds
The 19th Annual Albany County Home show is coming up in just a few short weeks with the promise of being bigger and better than ever. This year the show is even giving you the chance to win $20,000 towards a new car to take home to your garage! If you have never attended the event in the past, this is the year to give it a shot, especially if you want to make improvements to your home over the sum
How Much Do You Recycle? – Survey of the Day
Since its launch this past year, the City of Laramie’s curbside recycling program has seemed to be a big topic of discussion. We have had folks asking the city about different aspects of the program from how much it costs per month to their plans for future expansion.
Best Use for Downtown’s 2nd Story? – Survey of the Day
Downtown Laramie certainly has its fair share of character with buildings of unique architecture featuring a whole host of different businesses. While everyone sees the ground level shops often, what you don’t see is what lies upstairs on the second story, which most buildings downtown do have.
MWC Vegas Trip Winners Announced!
If you have been following KOWB’s contests lately, you are probably familiar with the fact that for the past month we have been offering you a shot at winning a trip to fabulous Las Vegas to watch the Cowboys & Cowgirls compete in the Mountain West Conference Championships. Th...
Best Wyoming Cell Phone Coverage? – Survey of the Day
Anyone who lives in Wyoming knows that in many places throughout our state cell phone coverage is lacking despite your provider. However some companies cell networks definitely seem to work faster and more consistenlty around the state. In the end, regardless of whether the company uses 2G or 4G networks, all that matters is if they really work.
Mayor Talks Clark Street Bridge Alternatives With Laramie Citizens [POLL]
Last night Laramie’s Mayor, Scott Mullner, held a public meeting to talk about the proposed alternatives that will hopefully replace the old Clark Street Bridge. Replacement of the bridge that was built back in 1963 has actually been a topic of discussion since 1997 as it nearing the end of it’s life span, but so far no action has succeeded in making a new bridge a reality.
3-6 Inches of Snow Expected: Laramie Under Winter Weather Advisory
A snow storm is headed our way late this afternoon, which is expected to dump 3 to 6 inches of snow. The heaviest snow-fall is expected to be tonight and should end by mid-morning tomorrow. If you are planning to travel make sure to check the weather report as well as our webcam streams from WYDOT to check road conditions before you head out...
Laramie’s Albany County Home Show 2012 Gears Up & Grows
(Courtesy Matt McGee via flickr)
Every year as winter starts to gear down at the end of March, the Albany County Home Show is held to help everyone in Laramie get ready for their summer projects and fun. The show brings in businesses from all around Laramie and the surrounding area to showcase their newest products and offerings; there is a lot to see and do at the show. Historically the Home Show
Downtown Laramie Offering Free Gift Wrapping up to Christmas
Yep, your read the headline right! If you need a little help getting your gifts wrapped up to go home and put under the tree, help is just a short drive away. You might remember that last year there was free gift wrapping downtown, and the tradition continues this year in the offices of the Laramie Main Street Alliance.
WNFR Report for Dec. 2nd 2011 [Audio]
With the WNFR kicking off last night, there have already been some great times and scores posted from the top cowboys in each rodeo event. Consequently, there have been changes in the world standings following the first go around of bareback riding, steer wreslting, team roping, tie down roping, barrel racing and bull riding
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WNFR Report for Dec. 1st 2011 [Audio & Video]
The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo kicks into high gear as the official action starts tonight at 6:45 PM in Las Vegas, Nevada. TV coverage on GAC begins nightly at 10/9c if you want to tune in. If you are lucky enough to be at the NFR this year’s event will include some pretty unique openings as always; tonight’s opening is the “Road toNFR.”