Wyoming ranked 4th overall.

A recent study done by WalletHub released the list of most charitable (and most non-charitable) states. Wyoming ranked 4th overall and split a three-way tie for first in the highest percent of income donated. The top three states respectively were Utah, Maryland and Minnesota.

A post by USA Today revealed the findings following this year’s 2017 #GivingTuesday movement – of which the Laramie County #Giving Tuesday had over 20 participating non-profits.

Other charities that benefited this year in Laramie County were:

Grace for 2 Brothers Foundation
Wyoming Outdoor Council
Wyoming Equality
K9’s for Mobility
Cheyenne Animal Shelter
Recover Wyoming
Stride Learning Center
Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum
and many more!

View the Laramie County #GivingTuesday Facebook Page.

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The Cheyenne Animal Shelter now offers “Lost & Found” on website.

Anytime a pet is lost the family wants as many options to helping find their loved ones. The Cheyenne Animal Shelter now has another way to reconnect lost pets and their families.

Each year the Cheyenne Animal Shelter returns about 1,000 lost pets to their owners. There are several ways the Shelter reunites families, and we are adding one more way to do so. The Cheyenne Animal Shelter has launched a Lost and Found Form on its website, which allows
the community to upload a description and an image of the animal, as well as contact information. Adding this information to the website gives the public a real-time look at what information the Shelter receives every day.

“Losing a pet can be a scary experience. There’s an urge to try to find your pet as quickly as possible.” says Stephanie Bilbro, Cheyenne Animal Shelter Manager, “This is a way to connect the community to each other and give neighbors a quick and convenient source that will help get animals back to their families.”

By posting lost and found animals on the website, www.cheyenneanimalshelter.org, it gives anyone an opportunity to see the reports. The posts will rotate every 30 days, and outdated information will be removed.

The Shelter encourages the community to continue using all resources available. If the Shelter is open, you can call the front desk at 307-632- 6655. During non-business hours, give the After Hours Lost &  Found Hotline a call at (307) 214-5779.

Read more here.

Contact: Tiffany Logan, Marketing Coordinator
tlogan@caswy.org
307-278- 6195

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Cheyenne Police Department’s Facebook Posts have Denver laughing.

KUSA News Channel 9 gave the Cheyenne Police Department kudos over the weekend for their Facebook posts, saying,

“While it’s worth visiting for an assortment of cowboy bars, the Wyoming State Capitol and all sorts of fun activities, you can get a taste of our northern neighbor thanks to the their police department’s A+ Facebook page.”

See the full coverage of the CPD coverage here.

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Information regarding barking dog incident.

Cheyenne Animal Control would like to clear up any misinformation about an incident on Friday, December 15, 2017, which began with a barking dog complaint and ended with the arrest of the owner.

Around 10:30 p.m., Animal Control was called to the 6700 block of Moreland Avenue to respond to a complaint of three barking dogs on the property.

When AC officers arrived, the dogs were barking, and it appeared no one was at the home. Officers were unsure of how long the dogs had been outside and believed they might be cold, so officers decided to investigate the backyard.

Animal Control Officer Don Kremer says, “When I approached the backyard, the dogs were growling, showing teeth, and pushing against an opening in the gate towards me.”

Animal Control requested additional backup, while the dogs continued to bark and show aggression. Upon the arrival of two other Animal Control officers, pepper spray was shot toward the ground in front of the dogs, which made them retreat. Then AC officers entered the backyard according to Laramie County ordinance Chapter II Section II.

AC officers used catch poles, which consist of a vinyl covered cable that loop around the dog’s neck in the fashion of a leash to control the animals and lead them into the Animal Control vehicle.

While escorting the dogs to the vehicle, the dogs tried to break away from the catch pole by turning, twisting and biting the end of the pole. The dogs pushed their cheeks inside of their mouth, biting down causing minor injuries to their own mouths.

The dogs were placed into an ACO vehicle, then the owners arrived home. Dalton Nelson allegedly went to the ACO vehicle and tried to release the dogs from the vehicle and started fighting with officers. At that time, the Cheyenne Police Department was called to the scene, and Nelson was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

The dogs were returned the owners and a citation was written for barking dogs. Additional charges are being considered by AC officers.

Contact: Cheyenne Animal Control
307-635-1453

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Spreading holiday cheer one Monday at a time!

There are so many wonderful ways to give back during the holidays to the community. Businesses throughout Laramie County value their customers, neighbors and demonstrate this with their generosity. RE/MAX Capitol Properties is doing their 3rd Annual “Merry Mondays.”

“From Thanksgiving to Christmas to the New Year there are moments of joy, stress, hurry and thankfulness. Our hope is to add a little fun and maybe even some Christmas cash for some of our fellow Cheyenne folks!” shared Stephanie Prescott, RE/MAX Capitol Properties Development Director/Owner.

This week is their 5th week where they post to Facebook a prompt to their audience to encourage folks to share special memories, accomplishments and traditions. The overall engagement on these posts create a sense of community during the holidays and is a fun way to giveback. Those who comment and tag 2 friends get entered into a drawing to win $100 in Christmas Cash. The next winner will be chosen on Christmas Eve, 12/24, 2017.

ENTER TO WIN NOW!

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Laramie County School District 1’s Social Studies Department is conducting a high school textbook/curriculum adoption. The public and district stakeholders have an opportunity to participate in the adoption process.

 The prospective textbooks/curriculum will be available to the public for a 45-day review and receipt of public comments. This will be held weekdays from 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., until Feb. 9, 2018, in the Social Studies Department office, Room 210B, in the District Administration Building, 2810 House Ave.

 At the Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave., textbooks will also be on review Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sunday,1–5 p.m.

For more information about the materials, contact district Social Studies Coordinator Mark Quinlivan, (307) 771-2215.

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Native Realities: A 21^st Century Western Self-Identity

Free Book Club Night January 11, 2018, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Join us at the CFD Old West Museum on January 11, 2018 for a free book club night in conjunction with our new exhibit,.This evening, we will be reading Trickster: Native American Tales, edited by Matt Dembicki, Jonesy by Jonathan Nelson, and Tribal Force One by Jon Proudstar.

This exhibit presents the artwork of contemporary artists whose works engage in the discussions of identity in the American West. 21^st Century comic book and graphic arts give Native Americans a new and exciting way to retell their myths and legends and re-examine the relationship between Native Americans and Western American stereotypes. These contemporary art pieces illustrate a striking contrast with the historic perception of the American West and individual artist perspectives.

Admission to the book club is free. To register and purchase your books, email Arts & Education Coordinator Megan Hesser, at megan.hesser@oldwestmuseum.org.

Quick Facts:

What: Native Realities: A 21^st Century Western Self-Identity Free Book Club Night

Where: CFD Old West Museum – 4610 Carey Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001

When: January 11, 2017

Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm

Cost: Free Admission

Contact: Megan Hesser, megan.hesser@oldwestmuseum.org

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Cheyenne Firefighters have wrapped up a busy month of community giving with some very special annual traditions.

Each year, the firefighters spend much of their off duty time helping the community. The Union’s Christmas Trees for Charity sold 160 trees in fewer than two weeks, netting nearly $3,000 to be donated to local charities; Safe House and Youth Alternatives being the dominant two. Christmas baskets will be delivered for the Empty Stocking Fund by a convoy of Cheyenne Fire Rescue vehicles and off-duty personnel.

Spokesperson for Local 279 Derek Pollnow says “our Christmas tree sales continue strong and will prompt us into looking to have more, and bigger, trees available next year. As for the Christmas baskets, we typically deliver sixty to seventy for the Empty Stocking Fund and possibly delivering even more tomorrow morning.”

With a new annual drive that has shown great success upon its inception, the bicycle drive will also conclude on Wednesday morning by giving out 80 bikes and helmets to children in need this holiday season. Children were selected by utilizing the Laramie County School District’s counselors.

Children and their families have been invited to the Cheyenne Fire Rescue headquarters fire station to pick up their
new bicycles and helmets and to have them sized and adjusted. “We are extremely proud of this new
event and cannot thank our community and our own members enough for donating the bicycles,
helmets, and money to bring the joy to these children. All of us are truly honored to be a part of
Cheyenne and Laramie County, both on duty and now.”

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The Wyoming Highway Patrol, the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office, the Cheyenne Police Department, and the Pine Bluffs Police Department teamed up again this year for the Cheyenne area “Shop With A Cop” event today, December 20th. 

Approximately 30 elementary students from the Laramie County School Districts were picked up from their respective schools by an officer and taken to the southeast Cheyenne Walmart by a patrol vehicle.

Each student was able to shop with an officer and spend $100 + as they wish. Most of the kiddos didn’t spend money on themselves, but on presents for family members. After each one was completed shopping they were able to sit, enjoy some snacks and watch a movie. Lastly, each family went home with a turkey and all the fixings to complete a Christmas dinner.

The intent of this event is to provide these children with a little merrier holiday season as well as providing them with a positive experience with law enforcement. This event also gave officers the opportunity to learn more about the children and their dreams.  Sonny, one of the kids is going to grow up and play in the NFL, and then become a Marine.

Alisha, Walmart Store Manger had this to say about the event, “Our associates are so excited about planning for the good that is around the Shop with a Cop, as it relates to the community.”

Laramie County is not the only location to host a “Shop with a Cop,” event. This is a state wide program. You can find photos from events around the state on the WHP Facebook page.

To view more photos of today’s shopping trip click here.

In 2016, there were 31 students from 29 Laramie County schools who were able to go shopping with 36 law enforcement officers.

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Cheyenne Police Department
Pine Bluffs Police Department

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Do you have room under your Christmas tree for two orange brothers?

Weighing in at 20 pounds and 17 pounds respectively, 8 year old Sonny and Sandy have lived with each other their entire lives. They are looking for a home together, and Black Dog Animal Rescue (BDAR) would love to see that dream come true.

These extra large boys were surrendered to BDAR when their family had to move overseas.
Read their full story online:
Sonny’s Story
Sandy’s Story

Sonny is the more timid and sensitive of the two, and takes a little more time to warm up than his brother.

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While majority of the State of Wyoming school districts have decreased, Laramie County School Districts #1 & #2 both grew.

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Winter has arrived, temperatures have dropped, keep pets inside.

Now that the first day of winter has arrived, remember that as temperatures drop, pets get cold just like people. Pets should not be left outside.

Here are some links to cold weather pet safety:

American Veterinary Medical Foundation
The Humane Society
ASPCA

If you are in the local Cheyenne area you can report a loose animal that is out in the cold at the Cheyenne Animal Shelter by calling (307) 214-5779 or online here.  If you are not in the local Cheyenne area call your local veterinary or local police department.

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Drive safely this holiday season.

Due to the high number of vehicle accidents related to the current hazardous road conditions, the Cheyenne Police Department will only be responding to accidents that involve injuries, drunk drivers, immovable vehicles, or the inability to exchange information.

Drivers involved in all other accidents should exchange information and later fill out a delayed accident form. Delayed accident forms are available in the Cheyenne Police Department lobby during normal business hours.

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CPD Officers Make Arrest in Shooting on Imperial Court

At approximately 7:50 p.m., on December 23 rd , 2017, officers from the Cheyenne Police Department responded to 5419 Imperial Court for a report of a disturbance with a gun shot. Officers determined Timothy Leners, 49-year- old male, was at the residence visiting
Joyce Trout, 45-year- old female. Leners got into an argument with Joyce’s husband, Chris Trout, 53-year- old male. The fight became physical and continued outside the residence. While fighting outside the residence, Leners pulled out a 9mm handgun and shot Trout in the chest.

Trout was transported to the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center by ambulance for a gunshot wound, and is expected to recover. Leners was located by Officers standing outside his vehicle across the street from the residence. A 9mm handgun, believed to be the weapon used to shot Trout, was located on Leners’ vehicle. Leners was arrested for aggravated assault and transported to the Laramie County Jail.

Sergeant David Janes, Professional Standards Sergeant
307-633- 6607, djanes@cheyennepd.org
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During your Christmas Eve festivities enjoy the beautiful lights with your loved ones!

There are many homes worth admiring this holiday season. Tonight be sure to stop in The Pointe to view home on Jacob Place. It is adorned with pure white lights and a splash of royal red. Then head East to Western Hills to view large homes decorated to the nines.

Then a traditional wonderful stop is the VA Medical Center, for all to enjoy. Then navigate to the neighborhood just South of Pershing to see home after home decorated all the way from Forest to Pinion Drive. Anyone from the Cheyenne area must just peruse the downtown area and Avenues as well. There you will find more classic homes decorated and holiday cheer with Christmas trees seen through the windows.

Another sight to see is from I25 going Northbound over I80. Visible are trees galore and the Little America Hotel & Resort wrapped with light after light for any passersby.

Enjoy your Christmas Eve sight-seeing and be safe on the roads while out and about.

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A state of Wyoming veterans service officer from the Wyoming Veterans Commission will conduct community outreach services in Wyoming cities throughout January.

Vicki Osman is available to meet with veterans and their families to discuss state and federal veterans’ benefits, Department of Veterans Affairs claims, or VA healthcare. Osman can also help veterans and their families apply for benefits, file claims or request healthcare.

Her office is located at the Joint Forces Readiness Center, 5800 Central Ave., in Cheyenne, and she will also be available at the following locations:

*       Cheyenne: Jan. 3 and 17 at the Vet Center, 3219 E. Pershing Blvd., from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
*       Saratoga: Jan. 10 and 24 at the Community Center 210 W. Elm St., from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
*       Rawlins: Jan. 9 and 23 at the Rawlins VA Clinic, 1809 E. Daley St., from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
*       Laramie: Jan. 8 and 22 at University of Wyoming Knight Hall Rm. 243 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
*       Laramie: Jan. 16 and 30 at the Workforce Center, 3817 Beech St. from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

During periods of inclement weather, please check with the staff at the outreach locations to ensure the veterans service officer will be available.

Please contact Osman at 307-214-2112 for more information, or to schedule an appointment at any of the above locations.

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Retail sales have increased by 13% over the last year.

The economic activity in Laramie County is improving. Measured using retail sales there has been a 13% increase compared to 2016. There has been a 19.3% increase from the second to the third quarter in 2017. Total tax collections improved by 18.4% over the last year and 21.7% from the second to the third quarter. This is positive for the greater Cheyenne area and also a positive trend for retail.

Currently with retail being at-risk because of online sales any improvement in the arena during a busy shopping season is worth celebrating. Shopping locally is critical to the local tax base and mindful purchases from small businesses and entrepreneurs will help strengthen the area’s economy.

See the full report featuring other important economic indicators here.

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(Cheyenne, WY)- Here is a recap of recent law enforcement arrests around the county from December 19th – December 22nd.

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.

Mark Anderson 68, Cheyenne, DUI, Subsequent violation, no liability insurance

David Carrera 44 Transient, Possession of marijuana, possession of powdery substance, stolen property – felony

Christina Danley 37, Transient, Failure to appear

Adam Draper 27, Transient, Indecent exposure, public intoxication,

Elijah Espinoza 19, Cheyenne, Under age consumption/alcohol, under influence controlled substance

Gerald Hobbs 25, Cheyenne, DUI, right turn position

Anthony Lane 32, Cheyenne, Domestic battery

Shani Martinez 27, Cheyenne, Failure to appear, warrant

Ricky McCrary 48, Cheyenne, Unlawful entry onto property

Michael Taylor 43, Cheyenne, Failure to appear

Jasma Allen-James 31, Elkhart, IN, Possession w/intent to deliver, possession greater than 3oz

Jiovonne Ayala, 25, Cheyenne, Possession of powdery substance, theft >$1000, criminal trespass – signs

Alisa Carrillo 24, Cheyenne, Probation/ISP violation and/or sanction

Vernita Coleman 38, Elkhart, IN, Possession w/intent to deliver, possession greater than 3oz

David Fugate 34, Transient, District court warrant – failure to appear, district court warrant – bond violation, failure to appear, failure to pay, interference with peace officer, possession of methamphetamine

Alissa Garcia 25, Cheyenne, Failure to appear

Stephen Garcia Jr. 51, Transient, Interference with peace officer, possession of powdery substance

Jason Gonzales 37, Cheyenne, District court warrant – failure to comply

Deon Goodwin 23, Elkhart, IN, Possession w/intent to deliver, possession greater than 3oz

John Hatcher 26, Cheyenne, Court order

Teresa Hernandez 55, Cheyenne, Failure to comply

Emily Larkins 50, Cheyenne, Court order

Joshua Lascano, Rawlins, WY, WY warrant

Matthew Lose 37, Transient, Public intoxication, open container

Rosa Marroquin 26, Cheyenne, NCIC hold/hit person

Tina Mathis 47, Cheyenne, Assault agg w/injury w/ deadly weapon

Veronica Olivares 26, Transient, Failure to appear

Joshua Osban 38, Cheyenne, Possession of powdery substance

Samuel Pappalardo 46, Cheyenne Failure to appear

Gavin Schaible 32, Transient, Criminal entry, probation violation, failure to comply, failure to appear, failure to pay

Melissa Straley 30, Cheyenne, Shoplifting $100-$300, possession controlled substance

Gary Villnow 48, Cheyenne, Failure to pay

Shawn Hoffman 41, Cheyenne, Endanger child – around meth. use, possession of powdery substance, interference with peace officer, suspended drivers license

Keeley Kenning 19, Cheyenne, Court order

Stephen Adams 65, Gastonia, NC, Domestic battery, interference with emergency call

Amy Phillips 45, Cheyenne, Failure to comply

Alexandra Cook 18, Cheyenne, Possession marijuana under 1/4 oz

Theresa Rogers 40, Transient, Endanger child – around meth. use, possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana

Karrina Wold 31, Cheyenne, Failure to pay

Tony Kelly 23, Transient, Criminal trespass – communication

Christieona Williams 20, Cheyenne, Giving false identity

Steven Glatfelter 50, Cheyenne, Domestic violence, strangulation of household member, district court warrant – failure to comply, possession of marijuana, interference with peace officer, assault agg w/injury w/deadly weapon

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Come Ring in the New Year at the Plains Hotel!

Featuring Live Music, Dancing and the best view of the Ball Drop!

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Earlier this year, Halladay Subaru generously donated $10,000 to Climb Wyoming to help create brighter futures for struggling single mothers and their families across Wyoming. Climb is a statewide nonprofit whose mission is for low-income single mothers to discover self-sufficiency through career training and placement. The funds will be used for Climb’s comprehensive program of job training and placement, mental health counseling and life skills training’s for low-income single mother families in the area.

“We appreciate this generous donation from Halladay Subaru,” said Ray Fleming Dinneen, Climb Founder and Executive Director. “In Wyoming 48% of single mother families with children under the age of 5 live in poverty in 2015. We are very grateful that Halladay Subaru recognizes this need and is able to support us through this donation.”

“The team at Climb Wyoming makes an incredible, life-changing impact on the lives of the women who enter their program. And the women who complete their program, after overcoming so much, are an inspiration. We are proud of our partnership with Climb Wyoming, and excited to help them bring their services to more women in need.” said Jim Casey, Vice President/General Manager of Halladay Auto Group.

(From left to right) Chris Allen, Sales Manager Halladay Subaru and Jim Casey, Vice President and General Manager Halladay Subaru join Shawn Casey and Joni Fenwick from the Cheyenne Climb Wyoming program to celebrate Halladay Subaru’s generous donation to help single mothers change their lives.

For more information about Climb Wyoming, visit www.climbwyoming.org.

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