Trader’s office hours are 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Wednesday and 8:00am-3:00pm Thursday and Friday. If you would like to place an ad outside these hours you may phone in your ad to 307-634-8895 and leave your ad, contact name and phone number on our voicemail or place your ad online at wyotraders.com. The deadline for classified advertising is 4:00pm Wednesday.

The Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County is inviting volunteers, businesses and community members to take part in its upcoming Blitz Build through June 25 at Pronghorn Crossing. A collaborative effort with Blitz Home Builders, a team of skilled, retired volunteers who travel the country to help Habitat affiliates complete major build efforts. Together, four homes will be raised from the ground up in just ten days. No construction experience is required to participate. Habitat staff provide training, tools and supervision for volunteers throughout the build. Community members, businesses, faith groups and civic organizations are encouraged to get involved by volunteering for a build day, sponsoring the project or helping spread the word. Volunteer shifts will be available throughout the build week. Those interested in volunteering or supporting the Blitz Build can learn more and sign up at www.cheyennehabitat.org.

The Laramie County Democratic Party will host a candidate reception at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens Grand Observatory at 710 South Lions Park Drive on Saturday, June 20 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Meet the Laramie County Candidates and tell them what issues are important to you. Meet Jim Byrd for US Senate and Lisa Kinney for US House.

The Cheyenne Transit Program office will be closed and buses will not run on June 19 in order to celebrate Juneteenth Freedom Day.

The 40th Annual Chugwater’s Chili Cook-Off and Roundup is Saturday, June 20 at Staat’s Park, 321 3rd Street, Chugwater. There will be a chili cook-off, chili tasting, kids’ area, ranch rodeo, old car show, vendors and live music from Rhett Haney, Eli Mosley, Tris Munsick & The Innocents. For more information or to buy tickets, visit www.chugwaterchilicookoff.org.

Cheyenne Audubon invites the public, birders of every level and nonbirders for a free birdwatching field trip to the Pine Bluffs Rest Area on June 20. The group will depart from Lions Park in Cheyenne at 8:00am, from the parking lot between the Children’s Village and the picnic shelter, 600 South Lions Park Drive. They will arrive at the Pine Bluffs I-80 rest area about 8:50am and hike the trail beginning about 9:00am and return to Cheyenne about 1:00pm. Some carpooling may be available from Lions Park. Anyone driving themselves can return at any time. Bring water, snacks and sunscreen. Prepare for easy hiking along the boardwalk and moderate hiking to the top of the Pine Bluffs. Sign up by calling or texting Grant Frost, 307-343-2024 so you will get any updates. For information about the Cheyenne - High Plains Audubon Society, visit cheyenneaudubon.org/.

A Community Fundraiser to help the Benitez family rebuild after the tragic loss of their home to a fire. A Thankful Thursday style evening will be held June 20 at 3839 East Lincolnway. Doors open at 3:00pm, live auction begins at 5:00pm. There will be food and refreshments, raffles, games and family fun as well as a live auction and community support. Every ticket purchased, raffle entered and auction bid helps this family rebuild their lives. Your support makes all the difference.

The Office of Youth Alternatives Foster Grandparent Program is looking for tutor/mentors that are 55 years and older in Laramie, Platte and Goshen counties to work with children who need extra support in a supervised classroom setting for 2026-2027 school year. Foster Grandparents make a difference in the lives of children in the community and earn an average of $300 per month in a non-taxable stipend. Some qualifications apply. Individuals interested in serving may call 307-637-6480 for more information. Make a difference for yourself and a child today.

The Cheyenne Greenway Foundation’s 17th Annual Spring Into Green 5k/Run/Walk is set for Saturday, June 20 and will be located at the Boys and Girls Club at 515 West Jefferson Road. The race will begin at 8:00am and the start area for the race will be located near the Boys and Girls Club parking lot. The race will be timed by Foot of the Rockies. For more information about the event, visit www.cheyennegreenwayfoundation.org/spring-into-green. For event registration, visit www.raceentry.com/races/cheyenne-greenway-foundations-spring-into-green/2026/register.

Join the Laramie County Library at 2200 Pioneer Avenue as they step back in time with an exciting event for the whole family featuring interactive performances, demonstrations and themed activities. Living History at the Library will take place Saturday, June 20 from 10:00am-3:00pm throughout the Library. The program is designed for all ages.

The Pink Boutique Lobby Sale at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, 214 East 23rd Street, will take place June 23-25 from 9:00am-6:00pm. The Pink Boutique is a non-profit run by volunteers. Proceeds benefit CRMC Volunteers Grant Projects.

This fall, Arts Cheyenne is hosting the inaugural ‘Cheyenne Studio Tour’ on September 19 from 10:00am-5:00pm and September 20 from 12:00pm-4:00pm. The event is a completely free, self-guided tour featuring some of Cheyenne’s most talented up-and-coming and professional artists. Deadline to apply is Tuesday, June 30. To learn more, please visit artscheyenne.com/cheyenne-studio-tour.

The League of Women Voters of Wyoming will honor women who helped shape U.S. and Wyoming history as part of the state celebration of the country’s 250th anniversary on Saturday, July 4 at the Wyoming Capitol, 200 West 24th Street. At 3:00pm, “The Remarkable Susan,” a one-act play by Tim Kelly, will bring to life the story of suffragist Susan B. Anthony’s 1873 trial for the “crime” of casting a ballot. Following the performance at 3:30pm, a living history presentation will feature 24 Remarkable Women of Wyoming in the Capitol’s Extension hallway.

Join Cheyenne Area Landowners Coalition and Powder River Basin Resource Council for a community discussion on the development of AI data centers and what the community can do in response! On Wednesday, July 8 at 6:00pm in the Laramie County Library Cottonwood Room at 2200 Pioneer Avenue a discussion regarding concerns about AI data center development, community making concerns known to decision makers and holding decision makers accountable for these concerns will be held. Join CALC and PRBRC at powderriver basinresourcecouncil.humanitru.com/membership To RSVP for the program go online to forms.gle/NzuWUENnguvsqs3p7.

The Sunrise Mine, Wyoming Guided Tour will take place on Saturday, June 27 including the Powars II Paleoindian Red Ochre Mine and historic town of Sunrise tours with 3 hours of town and Ochre Mine history. Gates open at 11:00am. Guest speakers and tour begin at 1:00pm. Lunch on site for a fee, cash or check only. Reservations not required. For information call 307-331-8810. Proceeds benefit the Sunrise Historic and Prehistoric Preservation Society (SHAPPS). Visit www.shapps.org, email shappsymca@gmail.com or Facebook at sunrisehistoricandprehistoricpreservationsociety.

Celebrate American 250 with a run for independence and a run against hunger. The 10th Annual Cheyenne Firecracker 5k benefitting Needs, Inc. will be held Saturday, July 4 at the Cheyenne Depot Plaza, 1 Depot Square. There will be family fun all morning with a food truck rally, face painting, photo booth, raffles, parade and hot dog eating contest as well as the 5k and a kids fun run. Register at cheyennefirecracker5k.com.

TOPS Chapter 117 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets each Thursday at the VFW Post 1881, 2816 East 7th Street, Nationway Frontage Road. Weigh-ins are from 8:00am-8:45am and meetings are from 9:00am-10:00am. TOPS provides tools, information and support to be successful in losing weight. The program focuses on health as well as weight loss. For more information contact Secretary Beth H. at 307-638-9221 please leave message.

Cheyenne Frontier Days™ will join the United States Department of the Interior in celebrating the “Day of the American West” on Thursday, July 23 as part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States. Through a formal order issued by the Secretary of the Interior, July 23, 2026, was designated as the Day of the American West in recognition of the region’s role in shaping the nation’s history, culture and identity. The order specifically recognizes Cheyenne Frontier Days™ for its longstanding role in celebrating and preserving Western heritage and traditions.

The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum has one remaining summer youth camp for kids grades K-6. Western Art Camp is August 10-14 where young artists will spend the week exploring western landscapes, wildlife and cowboy life through painting, sketching and mixed media projects. Space is limited, so register early for the camp. For more information or to register visit www.oldwestmuseum.org/events-1/event-calendar.

Oasis Bible Study is a Christ-centered support for women impacted by domestic abuse. Find hope in a safe and confidential community. For information about local in-person classes contact Gail at 970-310-0316 or hurdofgoats@gmail.com, for online classes visit www.LivingWatersOfHope.org or support@livingwatersofhope.org.

Make plans for the 2026 Laramie County Fair, July 29-August 8 at the Archer Complex in Cheyenne, 3801 Archer Parkway. Bring the family out for livestock shows, 4-H and FFA exhibits, food, contests, entertainment and classic fair fun, with the fair and most events free to participate in or watch. View the schedule at www.laramiecountyevents.com/fair/.

Improve your business and community! Vote in 2026. Call or visit the County Clerk’s Office, Cheyenne, 309 West 20th Street, Suite 1530. 307-633-4270. Paid for by Wyoming Voters.