Good morning, Laramie.

Residents met on July 7 at Lincoln Community Center to discuss a proposed West Side development near the Greenbelt that may include 80–95 apartment units and raised concerns about flooding, conservation, and public funding; city officials plan an open house next week (to review detailed plans).

University of Wyoming student Casey Comer launched Hunks Junk Removal to help local residents clear out unwanted items while offering fair-wage work for students.

The new service employs a small crew that earns $20 per hour and strengthens community ties.

Green House Collective founders Alex Soveroski and Thomas Mazzetti continue to nurture local music after leaving their former venue.

They held shows, including a fundraiser on July 17 (supported by the Wyoming Community Foundation) that promoted artist collaboration and community engagement in Laramie.

Young designers showcased skills in outfit construction and buymanship during the first round of the 4-H Fashion Revue and Fabric and Fashion judging at Albany County Fairgrounds on July 23.

They will return next Thursday for a public fashion show where judges announce winners.