Good morning, Laramie.

Hunters and game processors have teamed up with Charlie 22 Outdoors to donate fresh game meat to disabled veterans who can no longer hunt, with program boosters hoping to expand the effort to Wyoming soon—this initiative started in Missouri and has already spread to several states. The program offers veterans healthy protein and gives hunters a new way to support those who served.

A new recording studio just north of Laramie is set to bring big-city recording power to southeastern Wyoming—offering top equipment and support for professional music production.

The facility is expected to attract artists from urban areas and boost the local music scene.

The University of Wyoming’s Board of Trustees will begin demolition work on the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity house in May & alumni appealed to save the building.

Wyoming lawmakers propose a $70,000 starting salary for teachers—education advocates caution the measure could hurt public school employees if details prove problematic.

On Thursday, the University of Wyoming’s Shared Governance Working Group provided a progress update after closed-session discussions that outlined efforts to strengthen collaboration, transparency and trust across campus.

Todd Surovell, a UW anthropology professor, has been named a President’s Distinguished Scholar for his exceptional research, innovative contributions, and dedicated service to the university—an honor that underscores his standing among his peers.

Horse owners in Wyoming are on alert after many horses were exposed to a dangerous equine virus that started at a major event in Waco from Nov.

5–9—local barrel races confirmed early signs like fever and nasal discharge. Veterinarians advise strict monitoring and quarantine to help slow the spread of the virus in the coming days.

Josh Allen, the NFL MVP, is in Laramie ahead of the halftime ceremony to retire his No. 17 jersey today—local fans are buying bobbleheads and visiting downtown bars to celebrate his return and boost local business.

Turkey Trot

Join us at Optimist Park/Greenbelt for a 5K or 1 mile run on Thanksgiving morning. Registration opens at 7:30AM with the 1 miler starting at 8:30 and the 5K at 9:00AM.

Holiday Parade & Train Lighting

5-7 p.m. — Laramie Main Street — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a parade and festive activities including music and refreshments.