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Cowboys Lose at Boise State, 68-61, Without Larry Nance, Jr.

Kari Eakins — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 03:15:32 +0000

Revenge was not in order for the Wyoming Cowboys, who lost 68-61 to Boise State on Saturday in Boise.

Laramie Chamber & LEDC Considering Combining Forces

Kari Eakins — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:24:33 +0000

The pending departures of leaders of two Laramie economic organizations has led to those organizations looking into possibly combining. The Laramie Area Chamber of Commerce (LACC) and the Laramie Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) are both saying farewell to their Chief Executive Officers in February and the Boards of both organizations have decided to explore their options.

Wyoming Offensive Coordinator Takes Job at New Mexico State

Kari Eakins — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:28:36 +0000

Wyoming football will have a new offensive coordinator for 2013. New Mexico State announced on Friday that it has hired Gregg Brandon as the Aggies' new offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.

Laramie Poker Tournament to Benefit MS Society

Kari Eakins — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:54:20 +0000

A poker tournament on Saturday is a sure bet to raise money for people living with multiple sclerosis in the Rocky Mountain Area. The 5th Annual MS Texas Hold 'em Poker Tournament will be at the Laramie Historic Train Depot on February 9th from 5:30 p.m. to midnight.

New Laramie Movie Release: 'Identity Thief'

Kari Eakins — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:38:15 +0000

The Weekend Movie Forecast call for cooling, with some clearing. Most of the best films have left town, with a couple of exceptions. "Silver Linings Playbook" has been held over.

2013 Wyoming Football Recruiting Class Announced

Kari Eakins — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:13:32 +0000

Head Coach Dave Christensen announced his fifth recruiting class at Wyoming on Wednesday. The 2013 class is composed of 11 recruits on offense, 11 on defense and 1 special teams recruit. The signees include 15 high schooler, 7 junior college transfers and 1 walk-on who was awarded a scholarship.

Laramie Chamber Announces Nominees for Annual Awards

Kari Eakins — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 12:21:10 +0000

The Laramie Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2012 nominees for awards to be given out at the Annual Member Recognition Dinner on February 21st.

5 Ways to Spend Valentine's Day in Laramie

Kari Eakins — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 20:35:16 +0000

Valentine's Day is next week and with it falling on a Thursday night this year, it may be best to plan to do something in town. If you have yet to start planning anything, we've got you covered. Here are five ways you can spend Valentine's Day right here in Laramie.

Laramie Special Olympics Raising Funds at Spaghetti Dinner

Kari Eakins — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:58:35 +0000

The annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser will be back at the Laramie High School Cafeteria on Thursday for Laramie Special Olympics. Athletes will help serve the dinner and be present to meet and greet with all who attend.

Laramie Colts Joining Different League in 2014

Kari Eakins — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:45:44 +0000

The Laramie Colts are on hiatus for a year as they prepare to join the Colorado Rocky Mountain Baseball League for the 2014 season. Owners Kent and Nicko Kleppinger made the announcement Friday following the winter owner's meeting for the CRMB league.

Wyoming Cowgirls Power Past CSU, 82-67

Kari Eakins — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 02:31:39 +0000

Four Cowgirls scored in double figures to push Wyoming past rival Colorado State, 82-67, on Saturday in Laramie.

New Laramie Movie Releases: 'Warm Bodies' & 'Bullet to the Head'

Kari Eakins — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 20:08:41 +0000

The Weekend Movie Forecast is cooling off. Two Oscar-nominated films left Laramie today, but two other film nominated for best picture Academy Awards remain in "Zero Dark Thirty" and "Silver Linings Playbook," which both rate a B+.

Cowgirl Basketball Hosting 'Walk for Women' Before BSU Game

Kari Eakins — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:44:43 +0000

The Wyoming Cowgirl basketball team is giving fans a chance to raise breast cancer awareness and funds for cancer research before their game against Boise State. The Eighth Annual Walk for Women will take place on Saturday, Feb. 9th in the Arena-Auditorium concourse.

United Way Offering Free Tax Help

Kari Eakins — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 20:48:15 +0000

The United Way of Albany County will be back at the Albany County Library offering free tax help for 2013. If your household has an income of $55,000 or less, they will quickly and confidentially help you file your taxes at no cost.

Wyo Theatre Announces 2013 Spring Film Series

Kari Eakins — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 22:34:17 +0000

The lineup for the 2013 Spring Film Series has been announced, almost. Two films have yet to be announced, but there is already plenty on the current list to get excited about.

Cooper Center Offering After-School Arts Classes

Kari Eakins — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:07:56 +0000

Thanks to a Youth Arts Initiative, any child who utilizes an Individualized Education Program (IEP) can attend a free after-school program based in the arts at the Cooper Center for Creative Arts. Classes include dance, music, theatre and art options.

New Laramie Movie Releases: 'Silver Linings Playbook', 'Broken City'

Kari Eakins — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 23:00:15 +0000

The Weekend Movie Forecast is warming up with two more Oscar-nominated films opening in Laramie today. Four films nominated for Best Picture Academy Awards are now playing in Laramie along with one nominated for a Best Animated Film Oscar.

Laramie Gets $5.4M to Build Technology Park

Kari Eakins — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 21:33:02 +0000

A $5.4 million grant for Laramie to build the Cirrus Sky Technology Park was approved on a 3-to-1 vote by the State Loan and Investment Board on Thursday in Cheyenne. It is the largest Community Readiness Grant in the history of the Wyoming Business Council. Secretary of State Max Maxfield, State Auditor Cynthia Cloud and [...]

Alan Jackson Replacing Lady Antebellum at Cheyenne Frontier Days

Kari Eakins — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:14:44 +0000

Alan Jackson will playing be at Cheyenne Frontier Days on Saturday, July 20th. Lady Antebellum was originally slated for Frontier Nights on that date, but cancelled after Hillary Scott announced her pregnancy.

Laramie Man Arrested for Smashing Cars with Pipe

Kari Eakins — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:21:25 +0000

A Laramie man has been charged with Vandalism of at least three vehicles after the Laramie Police Department says a citizen reported him hitting parked cars with a pipe as he walked along the street.