Good morning, Laramie.

The Renners’ rescue dog from California got lost Tuesday in a whiteout and, after a community search, a newlywed couple hiking at Hidden Falls spotted him and contacted his owners using his collar (with their contact info) to bring him home safely.

Wyoming’s Kindness Ranch will rescue 70 dogs and cats from a Colorado research lab this week.

The rescue, one of its largest, includes about 40 beagles and 29 cats that will receive care and training for adoption while the ranch asks for local volunteers to help socialize and walk the animals.

Archaeologists and volunteers from the Hoofprints of the Past Museum uncovered more than 700 artifacts from the Portuguese Houses, Wyoming’s oldest fur trading fort built in 1834 — their findings support accounts of a 40-day Sioux siege and reveal Jim Bridger’s role in local fur trade rivalries.

Agriculture columnist Dennis Sun explains how the ongoing hydrological and forage drought is forcing local ranchers to buy hay or sell livestock today + he warns that if dry weather persists a tough summer is ahead.

Bill Sniffin’s column highlights Wyoming seniors like Jim Hicks, Chuck Brown, Del McOmie & Joan Barron for staying active in ranching, dealmaking & writing.

Their spirited lifestyles inspire local community members by showing that age is only a number.

Bottomland Concert

9 PM – 12 AM — The Cowboy Saloon & Dance Hall — Tickets available — Experience a mix of Texas Country and rock with energetic performance by Bottomland.

Tris Munsick and the Innocents Live Concert

9 PM - 1 AM — The Cowboy Saloon & Dance Hall — Cost TBA — Enjoy an evening of live music with Tris Munsick and the Innocents as they bring their unique sound to Laramie.

Belly Dance Level 1 Class

5:30-6:30 p.m. — The Collective — $20/class or $60/4-classes — An introductory course to belly dance techniques that focuses on strength, flexibility, and movement.