Good morning, Laramie.

A library card now gives patrons a free backpack with outdoor gear and a day-pass to any Wyoming state park or historic site for up to 14 days—helping families and youth explore nature without extra fees.

The program is expanding statewide to include every county and will feature in-person events with park rangers.

The Betty Kiser Memorial CASI Chili Cookoff took place Saturday downtown as part of Laramie Jubilee Days, with live music and the smell of spicy chili filling the air—local residents gathered to honor Betty Kiser's memory.

Cheyenne Frontier Days is set to begin Friday and is expected to draw large crowds over its 10-day run—officials note that robust ticket sales and low gas prices support the outlook, though economic uncertainty and tariffs may affect attendance.

Gas prices in Wyoming dropped slightly to $3.07 per gallon today as a GasBuddy survey of 494 stations showed prices ranging from $2.66 to $5.29.

Diesel prices climbed as tighter supplies pushed costs higher—reflecting increased demand with summer driving.

Sen. Barrasso introduced the American Voices in Federal Lands Act to block foreign and AI bot interference in online public comments on energy and federal lands policies — he plans to add a CAPTCHA system so only American citizens can give feedback.

Wyoming agricultural and energy groups support the bill along with a group of co-sponsors.

55th Annual Huck Finn Fishing Derby

7-11 AM — LaPrele Park — Free entry — Families gather to catch trout in the youth stock pond in this Laramie summer tradition.

Wyoming TeacherCon: 250 Years of Legacy and Learning

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Marian H. Rochelle Gateway Center — Early bird registration $100 — Celebrate Wyoming's teaching legacy with workshops, keynotes, and networking.