Netflix user become target in recent scam.

An email scam has been targeting Netflix subscribers, threatening to suspend their accounts if they don’t update their billing information.

The email asks its readers to click the link, leading them to a fake Netflix homepage and prompting them to enter their private information, according to MailGuard, an Australian cybersecurity firm.

According to its security page, Netflix will never ask for any personal information to be sent over email and advises its subscribers to be careful of phishing emails that lead to false websites.

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Wyoming First Lady, and avid runner, Carol Mead today was named the honorary race chair and grand marshal for the Girls on the Run (GOTR-WY) 5k race in Lion’s Park, Cheyenne.

Mrs. Mead was an integral part of bringing the program to Wyoming as the final state to implement a Girls on the Run program which now has a council in all 50 states.

“Girls on the Run Cheyenne is honored to have Wyoming’s First Lady, Carol Mead, as part of our 5k celebration this season,” said Cindy Bradley, executive director of Girls on the Run Wyoming. “She embodies the core values and lessons that are part of Girls on the Run. Our girls learn to be confident, courageous and to boldly pursue their dreams. Mrs. Mead is an outstanding example of limitless potential for all our Girls on the Run.”

The Girls on the Run® program came to Wyoming in 2016 with the first chapter located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Wyoming was the last state in the country to establish the program and the board has a mission to establish chapters in other communities throughout the state in the coming years.

Runners can join Mead in her support of Girls on the Run Wyoming by participating in the 5k race. The race begins at 9:00 a.m. on November 18. Registration is $30 for adults and $35 on race day. Children may register for $25.

For more information about the event, registration and the organization, visit our website https://www.gotrwyoming.org

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The Cheyenne Police Department initiated Operation Change in April of 2017 in order to address the perception of transient issues in downtown Cheyenne.

Throughout the six months of the program the CPD has focused on downtown walking patrols and proactive measures to address these issues. Chief Brian Kozak will present the results of six months of Operation Change on Tuesday, November 14, to discuss the impacts of the program in detail. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Edwards Community Room in the Cheyenne Public Safety Center, 415 W. 18th St.

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Chamber board members recognized in student publication.

The University of Wyoming‘s Branding Iron, recognized the newest Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce board members in recent article.

Each year board members are nominated and voted on by business and individual partners of the chamber. The Chamber welcomes these new members to the board: Billie Addleman, partner at Hirst Applegate LLP, Stephen Fotiades of Interstate All Battery Center, Brian Heithoff of High West Energy Family of Companies, Patrick Madigan of Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, Paula Poythress of First American Title as new board members. Additionally, Eric Romano of Eric Romano Agency-Farmers Insurance was nominated for a second term.

You will be able to read more about these individuals in the weeks to come. In the meantime, you can read the Branding Iron article  here.

Also, you can follow them at:

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Winter roads are right around the corner. Get peace of mind for you and your family with HUM by Verizon from Wyoming Wireless. HUM offers many benefits.

For parents of young drivers, rest easy knowing you can track your kids location. Parents can also set speed and boundary alerts, and will be notified if young drivers are going too fast or have left set boundary location. Boundary and speed alerts are also a useful tool for business owners with company cars or fleet vehicles.

HUM tracks driving history. Perfect for those who need to keep track of their mileage for taxes.

HUM also monitors vehicle diagnostics. Know what the check engine light means. Hum will also remind drivers when it’s time to perform vehicle maintenance.

If a car with HUM is in an accident, HUM’s automatic crash response will make sure the driver is ok and send help.

Dead battery, flat tire, need a tow, stuck in a ditch? No worries, with HUM, roadside assistance is included.

Get all these benefits and more with HUM for only $10 per month. Purchase HUM for your family at Wyoming Wireless in November and save!

In November, buy one HUM, get one free. Or buy 3 or more HUM and get them all for free! That’s a $90 instant savings.

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Union Pacific’s Locomotive No. 1943, The Spirit, made it’s stop in Cheyenne, today, November 13.

“It was important for Union Pacific to bring this to Cheyenne to salute service members, past and present on the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the transcontinental railroad in Cheyenne.  Also, celebrating the 150th anniversary of the F.E. Warren Air Force Base, formally, Fort Dodge.  Union Pacific cares about our shared history with Cheyenne.  We are proud of our work here and wanted to salute service members from the area.”

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Smart Start Your Business – Register Today

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Cost:
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Location:
Laramie County Community College
Clay Pathfinder Building/ANB Bank Leadership Center • Room 108

To Register: Call Darlene at 307.778.4381
Questions? Contact Rick Rothwell, Innovation Engineering Black Belt
at 307.630.6083 or rrothwell1@gmail.com

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Nothing has happened liked this since the 50s. It is going to be an endeavor the community will need to unite to execute and the business community will most certainly profit from.

Photos By: #IDLERPHOTO

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Chief Brian Kozak released Operation Change this spring to focus on reducing downtown offenders and repeat offenders.

The program has several successes. One in particular was a gentleman who was a repeat offender who utilized the resources available through Operation Change. He has since been sober for 4 months.

The program is to focus on reducing jail expenses and provide long-term solutions. From the date the program started increases were projected to happen because of the frequency of officers on the street. Since August the jail expenses have decreased by 26%, saving tax payers.

Operation Change is a partnership withthe Cheyenne Police and Peaks Wellness. Peaks has successfully made 60+ contacts with individuals. This is where offenders could receive more help and assistance instead of going to jail.

Donation Stations are the next step for this initiative. Community education on donating money to organizations who help the homeless rather than giving funds to panhandlers is imperative. These stations are a place the public can donate their funds to support the homeless at their convenience. They will be located around downtown and will be up in the near future.

“I think we are on a positive trend here and we need to keep it going.” Shared Chief Kozak during this evening’s presentation.

The program funding was provided by a grant. They are currently submitting to receive Federal Grant to continue the initiaitive. Details are to be determined  regarding continuation of the program and funding source.

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Shooting of roommate results in death.

On Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at approximately 0157 hours deputies with the Laramie County Sheriff’s Department responded to the 4400 block of Avenue B-2 on the report of a shooting. Upon the deputies arrival they found a deceased 36 year old male.

The reporting party, Cody Hess, a 21 year old male who lived at the residence of 4401 Avenue B-2, advised dispatch that he had just shot his roommate. The deceased male has been identified at Michael B. Robbins. Robbins was renting a room from the Hess Family.

Cody Hess stated he shot Michael Robbins three times in the upper chest area. Later that morning an autopsy was completed and two bullets were recovered from Mr. Robbins. One round grazed the web of Robbins left hand, one round went into the left bicep area, trough the bicep into the left chest area, and the other round went into Robbins upper left chest area. Hess shot Robbins with a 9mm handgun that he was carrying in the front of his shorts.

Cody Hess was arrested for Murder in the Second Degree and is currently being held in the Laramie County Detention Center. The case has been referred to the Laramie County District Attorney’s Office. The Sheriff’s Department is still awaiting toxicology results. Cody Hess is a Cheyenne resident and Robbins has had ties to Cheyenne and Sheridan, WY.

Capt. Linda K. Gesell
Laramie County Sheriff’s Department
1910 Pioneer Ave
Cheyenne, WY 82001
307-633-4 735

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On Wednesday, November 15, 2017, deputies with the Laramie County Sheriff’s Department conducted a traffic stop on a white Chevrolet Trailblazer.

During that stop there was evidence in the vehicle that made the deputies believe that the house connected with the Homicide at 4401 Avenue B-2 had been burglarized sometime after the home was processed for the homicide that had just occurred the day before.

Deputies arrested Matthew Laganiere, 39 years of age. Laganiere was also questioned for several other car burglaries that occurred in the county. Several items from the Hess residence were recovered and will be retained as evidence as this case proceeds through the criminal justice system. Another female, Latasha M. Gladden, 35 years of age, was also arrested in connection to the items taken in the various vehicle burglaries.
Matthew Laganiere is currently being held in the Laramie County Detention on several charges to include Interference with a Peace Officer, Possession of Methamphetamine, Criminal Entry, Taking a controlled substance (Heroine) into the Detention Facility, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License, and Burglary.

Latasha Gladden is currently being held in the Laramie County Detention Facility on charges of Possession of Stolen Property. These cases will be referred to the Laramie County District Attorney’s office for formal charges.

Both Gladden and Laganiere are Cheyenne residents.

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The Cheyenne Depot is vibrant and filled with Christmas Trees.

The Festival of Trees is this evening, Friday, November 17th. This fun-filled gala welcomes all to attend. This event features both a silent and live auction for the individually decorated trees. Proceeds from the Festival help support Magic City’s Employment services.

“Magic City Enterprises is a Non-Profit waiver provider that works with Wyoming citizens that have Disabilities. Magic City is an Employment First Organization.” according to their website. “Magic City’s programs are designed to help individuals live successfully in the community by supporting and building on their skills.”

Their programs help people with disabilities to develop and refine new skills in employment, personal interaction, community awareness, social well-being and community living. Magic City has been providing this service since 1971. They are a long lasting organization who have had a strong influence in making the greater Cheyenne area a more prosperous and better place to live for all.

Learn more about Magic City NOW.

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In November of 2017, the Air Force Public Affairs Agency (AFPAA) launched Volume VIII of “Veterans in Blue,” a portrait collection showcasing the men and women that have contributed to the legacy of the Air Force.

Thomas (Tucker) Fagan, of Cheyenne was recently recognized as part of this great legacy.

Tucker Fagan, a self-proclaimed stickball player from New York, joined the Air Force at the height of the Vietnam War and served as a missileer at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, in 1968. In an unfamiliar location and a different career field than he expected, he initially questioned whether the Air Force was a good fit. However, he soon discovered a strong brotherhood in the Air Force, which inspired him to tackle his job with a relentless dedication to excellence.

Throughout his 30-year career, he served as a missile combat crew commander, was one of eight military personnel chosen to build the U.S. nuclear war plan, and had the opportunity to lead the Joint Chief of Staff Nuclear section. Colonel Fagan’s career culminated at F.E. Warren AFB where he served as the wing commander in 1991 and retired as the 20th Air Force vice commander in 1998. He remained in the local community and has contributed significantly to Cheyenne in various positions such as the Air Force Chief of Staff Civic Leader Group and Chief of Staff for former Wyoming Representative Cynthia Lummis. Fagan credits his success to lessons he learned during his Air Force career.

Click here for more about the “Veterans in Blue.”

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Wyoming Highway Patrol is now hiring.

If you have thought about a career in law enforcement, how is the time to apply.

For more information visit or to apply today visit their website.

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(Cheyenne, WY)- Here is a recap of recent law enforcement arrests around the county from November 8th through November 13th.

All persons arrested or cited are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. Charges are subject to change following official filing from the Laramie County District Attorney’s Office.

Dalton Bayne 23, Cheyenne, FTC

Dominic Benintende 32, Cheyenne, Domestic Battery

Travis Boulette 23, Lander, WY, FTC

Tawnie Bradley 29, Cheyenne, FTP

Jon Coniglio 45, Cheyenne, Public Intoxication

Richard Hill 38, DUI Alcohol, Incapable of Safely Driving- 3rd in 10 Years

Travis Jewett 26, Transient, FTC

Dovey King 31, Transient, Interference with Custody, Interference with Peace Officer

Carrol Machan 45, Cheyenne, Probation Violation- Misdemeanor

Jeffery Martinez 31, Lander, WY, Burglary-AGG Deadly Weapon, Theft >$1000

Joshua Osban 38, Cheyenne, Court Order

Michael Sena Jr 46, Cheyenne, District Court Warrant- FTC

David Turnbow 20, Cheyenne, FTC, Domestic Assault

Joseph Walters 43, Cheyenne, Assault-Battery

Jean Valdez 39, Cheyenne, FTA

Cody Ahrens 26, Cheyenne, Sale/Delivery of Methamphetamine and Cocaine Heroin, Possession of Methamphetamine Type Drug- Misdemeanor, Controlled Substance Pill Form, Possession of Controlled Substance- 3rd Time or More

Stephen Bonham 36, Cheyenne, Possession of Methamphetamine

Nikon Brandon 30, Transient, Public Intoxication

Craig Bruner 40, Douglas, WY, DUI Alcohol =/> .08 1st Offense in 10 Years, Drive Vehicle Within Single Lane

Troy Casper 44, Cheyenne, Domestic Battery, Interference with Peace Officer, Destruction of Property <$1000

Katrina Charging 28, Cheyenne, Domestic Battery

Alexander Colburn 31, Cheyenne, Criminal Entry, Destruction of Property <$1000

Veronica Curren 32, Cheyenne, WY Warrant, Refusing to Obey, Speed Limit over 11 MPH Over

Rheanna Dowdell 27, Cheyenne, FTP

Shelby Girten 21, Transient, NCIC Hit Hold Person, Domestic Battery, FTP Warrant, Simple Assault

Zadrian Gonzales 25, Transient, Interference with Peace Officer, Possession of Powdery Substance, Drivers License, Parking on Roadway

Patrick Hardie 50, Transient, Public Intoxication

Alan Hernandez 26, Transient, Public Intoxication, Fighting/Riotous conduct

Ronald Hoback 36, Cheyenne, P/P Violator Arrest Without Warrant

Robert Horner 57, Cheyenne, Fraud- Checks- Misdemeanor

Corey Hudson 31, Olympia, WA, Stolen Property- Felony, Theft >$1000

Jacob Hutchins 23, Cheyenne, Possession of Marijuana and Heroin

Tyler Neighbors 34, Cheyenne, FTA, FTC- With CAC or FCS

Devonne Pandullo 19, Cheyenne, FTA

Jeremiah Parker 38, Transient, District Court Warrant- Probation Violation, FTA, NCIC Hit Person, Improper Registration, No Liability Insurance, Drivers License

Angelo Ramirez 26, Cheyenne, Public Intoxication, Unlawful Entry into House

Philip Reed 47, Cheyenne, Incapable- 1st Offense

Christopher Rivera 26, Cheyenne, Driving Under Cancelled, Suspended, or Revoked License, Failure to Stop at Flashing Red Light

Ronald Romero Sr 39, Cheyenne, Domestic Battery

Neal Samson 55, Transient, FTA

Courtnay Schoeneburg 36, Transient, FTA, False ID, Open Container, Public Intoxication, Disobey

Adam Sharif 27, Cheyenne, Possession of Open Container, Possession of Methamphetamine Type Drug- Misdemeanor, Possession of Marijuana Type- Misdemeanor

Ronald Stringer 40, Cheyenne, Domestic Battery, FTC

Michael Taylor 43, Cheyenne, DUI

Cory Vellieux 27, Oakdale, LA, Interference with Peace Officer, Domestic Battery

Antwoine Williamson 27, Cheyenne, NCIC Hit Person

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AARP honors Julie Tucker for Advocacy work.

On Tuesday, October 24, 2017, AARP Wyoming honored Tucker as its 2017 Advocacy Award winner for her work with the Wyoming State Legislature on AARP Wyoming’s behalf.

Cheyenne’s Julie Tucker was first bit by the advocacy bug when she was elected vice president of her unit in Laramie County School District 1. Her time in that role lasted just six months until a resignation led her to take over the presidency of the unit. A member of the Wyoming Education Association Board of Directors, she has spent 25 years advocating for educators. This year Tucker became a strong member of the AARP advocacy team as she updated the retired teachers of Cheyenne on AARP legislation. She also developed a working relationship with those in the Legislative Service Office to gain a better understanding of AARP legislation, and taught others new to the process more about the legislative process.

Tucker, who has been married to her husband, Bob, for 47 years, has brought that willingness to speak up for the good to AARP. At her first AARP meeting, she told Carole Martin she wished to advocate for disability rights. She was quickly directed to the Mayor’s Council for People with Disabilities. While she is a regular in advocacy roles she is perhaps better known for her work with Cheyenne Frontier Days. Most days during CFD, she can be found in the media trailer handing out press badges to media and making sure Cheyenne and Frontier Days are shown in the best possible light.

Media contact:
Tom Lacock
Associate State Director – Communications and State Advocacy
307-432-5802
tlacock@aarp.org

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The Cheyenne Hobby Lobby located on East Lincolnway will be moving to a Dell Range location, which was formerly Kmart.

Constructions has commenced and the building will be split into two retail spaces. There has not yet been a business announced for the other portion of the building at this time.

Additionally, there is not yet a business identified to occupy the current Hobby Lobby location in the Cheyenne Plaza.

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Ice on the Plaza presented by the Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority, opens Thursday, December 1st.

In a short time you will be able to enjoy Ice on the Plaza. Open and FREE to the public beginning December 1st.

Hours of Operation:

Before school is out for the Holiday Break:
Weekdays: 4-7 pm
Weekends: 12-7
During the Holiday Break: 12-7 every day
Holiday Hours:
12-24: 10-4
12-25: closed
12.31: 10-4

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The Wyoming Highway Patrol recently received recognition for excelling in criminal interdiction efforts during 2016, from the Motor Vehicle Criminal Interdiction Association.

In 2016, Wyoming Highway Patrol Troopers seized an estimated street value of $15,900,620 worth of illegal narcotics that were being transported across Wyoming’s highways. WHP Troopers also seized $601,779 dollars in US currency, along with six firearms used in the commission of controlled substance violations.

Contraband seized by the WHP in 2016 through various interdiction efforts include:

• 382 Pounds of Methamphetamine
• 1848 Pounds of Marijuana
• 64 Pounds of Hashish
• 174 grams of Cocaine
• 47 grams of Heroin
• 1195 of Pills “Pharmaceuticals“
• 239 Ecstasy Pills

A primary function of the Wyoming Highway Patrol’s and included in the agency’s  strategic plan is, performing criminal interdiction on Wyoming highways, to include human, labor and sex trafficking, controlled substances, stolen property, and homeland security. Colonel Haller stated, “This recognition is an indicator that our Troopers are doing a remarkable job and addressing criminal activity and violations appropriately, when it is occurring. Criminal interdiction’s are most often felony violations and directly impact public safety on our roadways. The WHP has a responsibility to address these issues and it is an honor to receive national recognition for doing so. All the credit goes to the “Guardians of the Cowboy State”, our Troopers.

Release Contact: Sergeant Kyle McKay / 307-777-4306

Information presented in this release is considered public information and may be distributed or copied. Use of appropriate byline/photo/image credit is requested. While the Wyoming Highway Patrol makes every effort to provide accurate and complete information, various data such as names, ages, etc. may change during the course of the investigation.

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Pine Bluffs will open doors to students beginning November 27th.

The halls may look empty now, they won’t be for long. Construction for the new elementary school in Pine Bluffs began in 2016, and is now becoming a reality. This week teachers and staff are moving into the new building, and students will begin their first day in the new building on Monday, November 27th.

Former elementary students, and current Pine Bluffs HS students volunteered their time to help the teachers and staff move into the new building.  Here are few comments from some of the teacher, staff and students.

“It’s been a long time coming.  I’m very excited, we’ve been here 15 years, and we’ve been saying we are going to get a new building. Our staff is very flexible and ready for this move.” ~ Leanne Person, school Secretary

“I’m excited to get the new technology for our kids.  It’s going to be great.” ~ Todd Thompson, PBES Teacher

“I’m EXCITED, because it’s new, and the water fountains will be different.” ~ Makenna, 5th grade student

Tobin and Associates, P.C. was the architecture firm that helped make this dream come true for so many in this small community. Between the Teachers, Staff, Students, Parents, and Community – It truly does take a village.

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