Good morning, Laramie.

Laramie Soup Kitchen bought the old Thunderbird Lodge (a local landmark since 1954) and will transform it into its new site to serve community food programs.

The Albany County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help finding 15-year-old runaway McKinsey Jewell Phelps—last seen on April 17 in Albany County and described as 5-foot tall, 130 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes—and urging anyone with information to call dispatch immediately.

Mary Mountain — who has spent over two decades preserving local history from a nurses' station in Colorado to Laramie's historic museum halls — earned a prestigious award for historical preservation.

Her work has brought attention to the community's rich past.

Daniel 'Danny' Dale has been named interim dean of the UW College of Engineering and Physical Sciences—he was previously the Harry C.

Vaughan Professor of Astronomy and served as associate dean before his appointment.

Head Start of Laramie held its inaugural Scooterama Thursday morning — an event that taught young children pedestrian, scooter, and bike safety — which created an engaging learning space for kids.

Governor Mark Gordon traveled to Jordan on Wednesday where he met King Abdullah II and Wyoming National Guard members to discuss strategic partnerships and economic opportunities for local industries.

He is now continuing his trip to Taiwan and Japan—meeting with business and government leaders to promote Wyoming’s energy, minerals and trade interests.

The Laramie City Council unanimously approved a second reading of Original Ordinance 2100 and 2101 to allow annexation of 15.79 acres of property near Hilltop Drive—this paves the way for future zoning changes in the area.

State officials from Wyoming, Utah and Idaho are planning an interstate compact to split power giant PacifiCorp into separate providers so that Wyoming can supply more affordable fossil-fuel energy to its neighbors.

Utah’s Legislature passed a resolution calling for coordinated power strategies—leaders say the move will help meet rising energy demand driven by data centers.

Matt Skinner Band Live

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Gryphon Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of Colorado country music blending Red Dirt, Americana, and Southern rock.

Kenny Feidler Live Concert

8 PM – 2 AM — The Cowboy Saloon & Dance Hall — Entry details not specified — Enjoy a vibrant night of country music with Kenny Feidler at the official afterparty for the Laramie River Rendezvous.

Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Summit

May 1-2 — Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center — Registration required — Explore outdoor recreation in Wyoming communities through engaging partnerships and resources.

Mule Deer Foundation Annual Banquet

5-6 p.m. — Albany County Fairgrounds — Fundraiser event — Celebrate mule deer conservation with exciting raffles and games.