Julian Seawright

Sunday afternoon we saw plenty of isolated showers and scattered storms around the state which were relatively brief but still held a presence throughout Wyoming. The good news is, as we head into tonight, along with temperatures dropping we will also begin to see those rain showers and storm chances diminish. Leaving the nighttime being optimal conditions for our Fireworks festivities.

For the rest of the evening, isolated showers and thunderstorms will remain in the state but look to die out and move on into the early evening hours. Some of these storms could be severe and have a possibility of having moderate to heavy rainfall, large hail and strong severe winds. This will lead to clearing of the night sky in Wyoming and some cooler temperatures but they will remain into the 60s and upper 50s throughout the state. The stationary frontal boundary is acting as a catalyst for theses storms to pop up, however, they are short lived. Throughout the night, expect it to be more quiet especially as winds look to remain on the lighter side throughout the night.

Cheyenne Little Theatre Players is calling community members who have an interest in story-telling, the history of the Atlas building and Cheyenne as a whole. They will begin tours of the Atlas once again this summer from July 15th - August 8th. This is also in correspondence of the groups Melodrama that will be performed during the aforementioned dates.

“We want everyone in Cheyenne to be safe this Fourth of July. The best way to stay safe is to attend a public fireworks display put on by professionals,” said Byron Mathews with Cheyenne Fire Rescue. “Fireworks are dangerous to people and pets and using them can put your property at risk.”

“This is a dream come true for me. This is my third time being stationed here at F.E. Warren Airforce Base. This was my first duty assignment, so to come back and be the Wing Commander is just kind of Unreal.” Col. Barrington adds, “I absolutely love the city; I love the base and to be here as the commander of all these great airmen it just means the world to me and my family.”

Monday, temperatures will rise to a bit warmer conditions but still remain in the 60s and 70s for most of the state. Areas near the Big Horn basin and the Northern areas will likely see the lower 80s. Expect a chance of seeing showers and isolated thunderstorms throughout the morning and afternoon hours in the Southern/Eastern areas of Wyoming. Casper has a chance of seeing some precipitation around the afternoon hours but will clear out by dinner time. Much of the day will have lingering cloud cover, especially in Cheyenne through much of the day. Winds will remain on the variable side throughout the day. If you’re not seeing rain tomorrow, cloud cover with breaks of the sun is what to be expected for Monday.

Tonight: expect rain showers to continue with a chance of isolated thunderstorms in SE Wyoming before Midnight. Afterwards, secluded areas may see some brief showers but we will see a break in precipitation with plenty of cloud cover for much of Wyoming, until we get into about Sunday morning. Furthermore, temperatures for many areas will hit below average as mid to upper 40s and lower 50s are forecasted for much of Wyoming. Winds will be at a nice breeze which will implore areas that are not seeing precipitation to crack the window for some nice cool air tonight.

Executive director - Brenda Birkle of My Front Door mentioned “Today, we concentrated on workforce and economic development, and, how the lack of affordable housing really plays a role into those.” Birkle told Wyoming News Now, that wages are not properly aligned with the rise in housing costs. They discussed that strategies need to be implemented in order to bridge that gap and give the people in the community the opportunity to becoming home owners. She added, “Those wages keep pace with the market and closely align those two. If they are too far apart like what we are seeing now, that leads crisis much like what we are dealing with currently. So, we need to develop strategies and ways to be smart in how we can bring wages and the market closer in alignment.

Jim mentioned that Visit Cheyenne was hopeful to hit around 85-90% of the numbers back in 2019. However, he mentions at the momentum that they have gained already will just continue to roll as we get closer to Cheyenne Frontier Days. He stated, “I think we will match or, beat our Cheyenne visitation numbers that we set in 2019 this year. I think this will be the biggest tourism seasons that we have had in this community.”

Jillian Harris Senior Planner for Cheyenne MPO says, “We felt it was necessary to outline how those business licenses operate and provide regulations for companies that are coming to operate in Cheyenne.” Harris adds, “Ultimately, we see scooters as a benefit to the community. It gives people another way to get around.”

President of the Friday Food Bag, Peaches Tyrrell, said, “We are thankful to get any donation especially one of this stature and size.” She adds, “Coronavirus hindered our ability to have our normal fundraising so any funds we could receive meant a lot. The KGill fundraiser is one of our biggest in that regard and this donation is one of the biggest we have had to date other than grants.

Temperatures in Casper hit another record today, as the high hit 96 degrees beating the old record in 1988 at 94 degrees. The trend of above average temperatures continues; however, the good news is temperatures are not as high as they were on Tuesday. They still look to break records but is more manageable than the triple digits. With that, some areas are beginning to see the effects of a dips in the ridge thanks to the Low system that has moved south and has been stationary over the last 24hours. With this weak system, it has brought in temperatures in the Northern areas of Wyoming much relief opposed to Tuesday. Temperatures have been in the 80s more so for much of Wednesday.

Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Laramie, Albany, Platte & Carbon county until Thursday @ 7 PM. With increase in wind strength and shift in directions, more dry conditions are setting up fire weather potentials in these areas especially along the Southern parts of Wyoming. However, Albany & Laramie county’s have been spared so far for being within drought conditions. The dry air from the SE United States is pushing it’s way into Southern Wyoming, bringing ingredients for Fire Weather.

Tuesday was the hottest day of the week so far and looks to reign supreme throughout the rest of the week. As many areas had temperatures 100+ many areas saw lower 90s and mid 90s bolstering the hottest day of the week title. The Ridge continues to be fueled by a mass amount of hot air pushing north that has expanded the most throughout today going into tonight. Aside from the heat, the problem is the air is dry coming into the state which is causing fire weather concerns that will last likely throughout much of the week.

Heading into Tuesday, A Fire Weather Watch is in place for Crook, Weston & Campbell counties until Tuesday Night and an Excessive Heat Warning for Sheridan until Tuesday Night also. Temperatures will skyrocket heading into the afternoon hours. Be very aware of how quickly things will heat up around the state and we are looking for this heat to be very disrespectful. 100+ degree temperatures will be expected throughout the early part of Tuesday afternoon and into Tuesday night. Some high level clouds will move in briefly through the late afternoon early evening hours and could potentially drop an isolated rain shower in SE Wyoming.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in place for much of Eastern Wyoming and the Nebraska Panhandle through 10 PM tonight. With Warnings going out already of Severe Thunderstorms rolling east from Laramie, Goshen & Niobrara counties. Heavy Rain, Golf ball sized hail has been reported with these storms, along with wind gusts from 50-60 MPH. Expect isolated storms on and off throughout the rest of this evening and into the early part of tonight for SE/Eastern Wyoming and the Nebraska Panhandle. These storms will continue to track east and impact much of the NE Panhandle and look to create a line of storms to sweep through as the evening progresses.

Sunday we have a shot of seeing some severe weather in parts of Eastern Wyoming within the slight risk category according to the SPC. However, outside of tomorrow, things look to remain dry and very hot. Looking ahead temperatures in Casper looks to reach 100 degrees plus and they’re not the only ones. Many areas in the panhandle, Central & Northern regions have a couple of days of hitting those temperatures. We are continuing to see these hot temperatures as ridging increases even more so bringing in the heat from the south.

High Wind Watch is in place for Eastern Wyoming through Friday morning and a High Wind Warning is in place for areas in Central Wyoming and West of the Laramie range through Midnight Friday. A Fire Weather Warning is in place until Thursday at 10 PM for North Eastern Wyoming as well.

The Severe Weather & Storms push East tonight giving some relief to Eastern & South Eastern Wyoming Tuesday night. Cooler Temperatures will move in with low to mid 50s for much of the state and some areas in the South (Rawlins/Laramie) will be in the upper and low 40s. A Mostly Clear to Clear night is in store for much of the state. For Wednesday, temperatures will continue being a scorcher for much of the state. 90s will remain in the forecast while southern areas will be in the mid-80s.

Hot & Dry conditions being paired with more breezy winds Tuesday will prompt an elevated risk for fire weather in Southern & Central Wyoming. The day will begin mostly with clear conditions around the state with winds being prompted to breezy and gusty in some areas into the afternoon. As the day progresses, Severe Thunderstorms look to move in for much of Eastern Wyoming. These storms will also impact Northern Colorado. the Nebraska Panhandle & Northern/Eastern Wyoming. These storms will include Large-sized hail, Heavy rain, strong gusty winds & possible tornadoes.

A cool night is upon us as winds continue to increase to above breezy speeds. Rain showers look to clear out going into the night, with quieter conditions popping up Monday morning. However, as ridging continues, heat will persist throughout the state over the coming days.

Another well-above average temperatures around the state as 90s and upper 80 degree temperatures swept through Wyoming continuing the heat wave average. A Northern Low is descending into Wyoming and will be cooling temperatures in the North going into Sunday giving a break from the heat in those areas. However, the Southern & Central areas of Wyoming will be remaining in the mid to upper 80 range with plenty of sun in the Central region.

High pressure continues heading into Friday - prompting more dry conditions. with plenty of sunshine. Temperatures will continue to increase as we approach the weekend. However, with an upper-level trough descending into the northern areas of Wyoming. We could see some isolated rain showers into the Central and Northern areas of Wyoming around dinner time Friday. These showers will be brief and the overall theme of Friday is hot & sunny.

Wyoming will be drying out and cooling down Wednesday night, as temperatures reach into the 40s and 50s. However, the same can not be said for Thursday and heading into the weekend. Warm weather will turn hot weather for many areas as temperatures reaching upper 70s, the 80s and, 90 degree temperatures and look to remain that way heading into the weekend.

A cool & gloomy day persisted through Southern Wyoming for Sunday. The abundance of moisture looks to dry out as we go into Memorial Day thanks to a High Pressure rolling into the state by Monday afternoon. However, there still remains chances of light rain showers in SE Wyoming and even though it is unlikely, there is a chance of an isolated thunderstorm in the area as well.

The active weather pattern we have been experiencing for the past few days continues this holiday weekend. Rain showers and thunderstorms look to start back up along the Southern and NE areas of Wyoming beginning through the morning into the afternoon and evening hours.

Friday: clearing skies and warmer temperatures begin going into our afternoon hours. Closing in on dinner time, clouds will recover and chances of isolated thunderstorms around Central and NE Wyoming become more possible and have a chance to threaten the SE areas of Wyoming as well. Friday Night: A cold front will bring in cooler temperatures, as an upper level trough continues to influence potential rain/t-storms heading into the weekend especially into Saturday evening as another cold front prompts some more active weather.

Burns Day, an event filled with family fun & joy that has been absent from the Burns community for half a decade. After many months of COVID which crippled the social aspects of a community, The Burns Lions Club which was founded in February of this year, want to give something back to the people of Burns and quench the absence of community fun. In order to achieve this goal, They reintroduced the once renowned ‘Burns Day’ Event. Burns Day, an event filled with family fun & joy that has been absent from the Burns community for half a decade. After many months of COVID which crippled the social aspects of a community, The Burns Lions Club which was founded in February of this year, want to give something back to the people of Burns and quench the absence of community fun. In order to achieve this goal, They reintroduced the once renowned ‘Burns Day’ Event.

Cheyenne Regional Medical officials presented their master plan in renovations for the hospital that will total up to an estimated $115-million-dollars. The renovation will begin by renovating their mother baby unit. This unit in particular is currently on the 5th floor and will be moved to the 4th floor for the renovation. Following this relocation, they will remodel the 5th floor and move the ICU to this location.

Showers and Thunderstorms have popped up around Southern and Western Wyoming as those areas continue to be in the Marginal risk category according to the SPC for Sunday. Monday, as it stands, has the very southern corners of Laramie county heading into Monday. Any rain or storm that occurs this afternoon or evening look to clear out as we go into tonight.

Another round of potential severe weather this fine Saturday. Many areas have experienced a gloomy and cloudy day, now, the afternoon heading into our evening hours are becoming more active around the state. There is a continued Marginal risk throughout much of Wyoming areas that potentially experience severe thunderstorms could see heavy rain, small hail and strong wind gusts. Tornado risk is a possibility but unlikely under the current circumstances.

Challenging, adversity and difficult are not only just synonymous to each other, but are accurate depictions to how the last 18-months have been for everyone as we have learned to navigate throughout the pandemic. This fact in particular really hit the small businesses, theatre, art, sports anything that required physical and social interaction. Though things are looking positive as we approach the summer months, we still have a long way to go on our road to recovery. This is something that the group Cheyenne Little Theatre Players: a local theatre group based in Cheyenne, has been dealing with for the past 18 months. Changes in performances and restrictions to ticket sales. They have been innovative like many businesses in Cheyenne. With taking their performances to being viewed through a live stream, while having a limited capacity inside of their live performances.

Poor Richards had a pretty quiet closure roughly around the time the pandemic started. With Pizza hut being abandoned for quite some time on Lincolnway. Questions were asked as to what will become of the property sites? Now, we have some answers. According to city planners, the two site properties are scheduled to being demolished and reconstructed to create a restaurant with a drive-thru, and a coffee shop with a drive-thru. The two company’s have been named as Culvers for the restaurant, and Human Bean for the coffee shop.

Locally owned beer, food, games & a good cause? Sounds like a perfect Saturday afternoon/evening in Cheyenne. Danielmark’s Brewing Company will be hosting their Ales for A.L.S. charity event this weekend, and will be closing off the road making the section a hot spot on the block for all the family to enjoy.

Rain showers continue for southeastern Wyoming as the new system is springing into action Sunday night. Rain looks to continue throughout much of the night until the temperatures hit a freezing point for the rain to transition into the snow. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for parts of Laramie and Albany counties through Tuesday Afternoon with Winter Weather Advisories in place for Laramie, Converse, Platte, Albany & Carbon counties.

At the Lincoln theatre resides the stage used by Cheyenne’s finest in musical and artistic talents. There, they display their gifts and share their passion with the world. Cheyenne’s very own ballet group, Reformation Dance Company, will be center stage this Saturday May 8th, at 7pm presenting the community with their new performance which, you may find oddly appealing. However, it is “Strangely Beautiful”.

as a part of our economy development role here, we feel like working with our partners at the Greater Cheyenne Chamber, the DDA and also Visit Cheyenne. We really need to reinvest and reinvigorate the downtown.”

Rain has picked back up in SE Wyoming and as the temperatures continue to drop around the state with falling precipitation, can expect that wintry mix to develop overnight creating some treacherous road conditions overnight into early Monday morning for areas impacted by this system. Some areas have the potential of seeing isolated thunderstorms and periodic heavy rainfall throughout the overnight hours and Monday morning.

Sunday: rain looks to get started widespread in the late morning and early afternoon. Starting on a light-scale, then becoming more organized in the afternoon. The Cold Front moving in will cooldown temperatures across the state 50s being the highs for much of the state. The system has substantial moisture as well which is fantastic for our drought conditions. Rain looks to increase in fall rate throughout Sunday afternoon mainly rain showers with an increased chance of thunderstorms in the late afternoon and evening hours for much of SE Wyoming.

A Low Pressure System from the NW corner of the U.S. will be bringing favorable amounts of moisture and cooler temperatures once it descends upon the state mainly Sunday morning. Anticipating widespread rain showers in Wyoming and some areas have a good chance of seeing thunderstorms as well especially in the SE areas of Wyoming.

ResourceMFG in Cheyenne will be hosting an indoor Job Fair on April 21st from 9 am – 4 pm and April 27th and 28th from 9 am – 4 pm at the Department of Workforce Services - Cheyenne Workforce Center, 5221 Yellowstone Road. Employees of all skill levels are needed. Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.resourcemfg.com before the job fair to expediate their interview process

Cheyenne City Council Ward III will hold a City Council and Coffee Open House on Saturday, April 24th from 9:00am to 11:00am at Dazbog Coffee (3911 E. Pershing Blvd., Suite A). Discussion will include Ward III and City projects, concerns, and provide an opportunity to get to know your Ward III representatives.

A potent Low pressure system is slowly moving its way into Wyoming from the north. Already bringing rain showers and mixed precipitation to many ares in Northern Wyoming. Winter Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings are in place through much of Monday into Monday night with a Winter Storm Watch in place for parts of Albany county.

CFD looks forward to bringing the Daddy of ‘em All back, promising an exhilarating event that many have enjoyed over the years. There is also the promise of good health and safety for event-goers, which has brought about changes in operations, safety and health protocols, along with ticket sales for this years rodeo.

In an ongoing effort to expand access to COVID-19 vaccines and help the country move forward from the pandemic, CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today announced that it will begin vaccinating eligible populations on Wednesday, April 14 at two CVS Pharmacy locations in Wyoming.

After such a beautiful yet windy day in Wyoming. The fun comes to a stop as cooler air moves into the state and with it some spots of scattered snow showers are to be expected in the overnight hours for some areas in the North and Central regions of Wyoming. Winds will remain for tomorrow and temperatures will move into the 40s with skies having a bit more clouds linger throughout the day. Something to keep an eye on, the chance of seeing some scattered light flurries and snow showers in Natrona and Park Counties throughout the afternoon. Clearing up heading into the night for a clear and chilly one to end the weekend. Long-range: a low from the south looks to move its way slowly towards Wyoming bringing chances of seeing some measurable snowfall across the state into the middle of the week.

Friday night we have the luxury of seeing winds die down around the state. Cold temperatures will linger in the forecast but will warm up quickly as we head into Saturday afternoon. High pressure will sit on Wyoming for Saturday but then be pushed out by a Low from the pacific NW that will bring another cold front with plenty of moisture that will shake things up on Sunday.

Per the last Cheyenne city council session in March of 2021. A resolution was adopted that authorized CPD to apply for a grant that would help fund their DUI command vehicles.

CSO presents the final Masterpiece Concert of the 2020-21 Season, Fantastic Finales, on Apr. 17, 2021 with performances at 2:00PM and 7:30 PM, at the Cheyenne Civic Center. Social distancing measures will be in place and patrons will be required to wear masks. The concerts will be performed without intermission and last about 90 minutes. The 7:30 PM performance will also belivestreamed for those who prefer to watch from the comfort of home.

Members of Cheyenne’s Public Services Committee met Tuesday afternoon virtually for their regular meeting.