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"Ask This Old House" Comes to Laramie County Video included

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This beautiful weather means its home improvement time! Wouldn't it be nice to have the pros at your side. One lucky home owner in Laramie County got that honor, when the crew from "Ask This Old House" stopped by their home. More>>

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Meadowcroft Turns Herself In to Police Video included

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Teresa Meadowcroft appeared in Laramie County Circuit Court Tuesday morning facing three felony charges. She had to listen to the counts while facing her former colleagues at the Village Montessori School. More>>

Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power Adds Electric Vehicles

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Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power will launch its electric vehicle project this month with an opportunity for customers to test drive two new Chevrolet Volts More>>

Wyoming Wanted: Mandy Hunter

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The Wyoming Fugitive Task Force needs your helping in finding this week's Wyoming Wanted. More>>

Lowe's Remodeling Historic Building Video included

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The Van Tassell carriage barn, where the Cheyenne Artists Guild calls home, is receiving a much needed renovation.

Lowe's is taking the building on as part of a community project.
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Locomotive Catches Fire

*Courtesy Laramie County Fire District #2 *Courtesy Laramie County Fire District #2
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A locomotive west of Cheyenne caught fire Monday afternoon. More>>

Laramie County Tests Health Emergency Procedure Video included

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The Department of Health along with multiple other organizations put on a run through on Monday in case there actually was a public health emergency. More>>

Sierra Trading Post Looking to Expand Video included

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Cheyenne-based Sierra Trading Post, known as a Top 100 Internet retailer, is looking to expand.

The planned expansion is expected to incorporate 15 new stores in major metropolitan areas with outdoor opportunities nearby.
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"No Veteran Dies Alone" Volunteers Needed

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The Cheyenne VA Medical Center located at 2360 East Pershing Blvd in Cheyenne Wyoming is actively recruiting volunteers for a new program through the VA Chaplain's Office called "No Veteran Dies Alone." More>>

May is Stroke Awareness Month Video included

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As Stroke Awareness Month, Cheyenne Regional Medical Center is urging people to understand their own risk factors and how to manage them. More>>

Community Remembers Matthew Schwartz Video included

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On Saturday the community of Cheyenne remembered Tech. Sergeant Matthew Schwartz at a soccer game held in his honor. More>>

Habitat for Humanity Kicks Off New Season Video included

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On Saturday and Sunday volunteers pulled out their paint brushes and power tools to help Habitat for Humanity of Laramie County kick off a new season. More>>

Car Goes Up in Flames on I-25 Video included

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On Saturday a car went up in flames on I-25 near the Colorado-Wyoming border. More>>

Oil Well Catches Fire Video included

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A huge cloud of smoke filled the air east of Cheyenne Friday morning.

The smoke was coming from an oil well owned by Saint Mary's Energy. It caught on fire approximately 10 miles east of Cheyenne near County Road 138.
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Cheyenne Day of Giving Video included

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On Friday the seventh annual Day of Giving was held at the Kiwanis Community House in Cheyenne's Lions Park. More>>

Hundreds Donate to Community Cause Video included

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On Friday hundreds of people gave to the seventh annual Cheyenne Day of Giving. More>>

Wyo. Oil Refinery Where 3 Hurt Cited Recently

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State regulators recently issued three safety citations against the Sinclair oil refinery in Wyoming where a flash fire this week injured four workers. More>>

Search for Wyoming Fugitive Goes National

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Lander police are hoping ``America's Most Wanted'' can help them find a fugitive wanted for sexual abuse of a minor.
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Oil Well fire Northeast of Cheyenne

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Oil well fire northeast of Cheyenne. More>>

16 Finalists Chosen for Logo Contest

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It's now down to the final 16 in the quest for two graphic logos that will help Cheyenne PD cut down on graffiti. More>>

Update: Natural Gas Well Blowout

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The Wyoming Oil and Gas Conservation Commission says it was a mechanical failure that caused the blowout at the Chesapeake Energy natural gas well near Douglas last month. More>>

Family Holds Fundraiser for Girl in Wheelchair Video included

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The family of Chantell Johnson, a three year old who suffered a traumatic brain injury last December, is holding a luncheon fundraiser to help cover her medical costs. More>>

City Could Be Facing Position Cutbacks Video included

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Mayor Rick Kaysen announced that in the proposed 2013 budget that some part-time workers will either be laid-off or see their hours reduced. More>>

Super Send Off for 6th Grader Video included

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More than 300 kids, kindergarten through sixth grade, lined the halls at Freedom to wish classmate Sydney Boudreau good luck as she goes to Laramie to compete in the Wyoming Special Olympics this weekend. More>>

Movies in the Park Schedule Released

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The City of Cheyenne Parks & Recreation Department, the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power, KIA of Cheyenne and Optimum have partnered to bring back the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center Movies in the Park Series. More>>

Wyoming Moms Go "Old Fashioned" with Naming

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Every year, CBS NewsChannel 5 receives the top boys and girls baby names from the Wyoming Department of Health. The top names in 2011 were Emma and William. More>>

Tyson Foods to Stop Purchase From Wyoming Premium Farms

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That statement comes after undercover footage from the pig farm in Wheatland showed brutal animal abuse. More>>

Local Hair Saloon Helping Raise Money for MDA

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The hair stylists at Chella Bellas have said that they will be giving 100% of their proceeds from haircuts they do on Saturday, May 12 back to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. More>>

UW Gets Grant From Defense Department

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The University of Wyoming will receive a grant from the U.S. Defense Department. More>>

Cheyenne Ice Center In The Red

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The Cheyenne Ice and Events Center will once again be losing money this fiscal year. More>>

Post Office Changes Cost Cutting Strategy

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The cash-strapped U-S Postal Service is backing off a previous plan to shut down thousands of rural post offices. More>>

Investigation Uncovers Animal Abuse in Wheatland

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The investigation was done by the Humane Society of the United States and it was of a pig breeding facility in Wheatland.

After receiving an anonymous tip about abuse to animals an investigator from the Humane Society was able to gain employment at Wyoming Premium Farms and document the abuse with a hidden camera last month.
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BOPU Releases Water Quality Report

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Access to reliable, safe drinking water is essential to a community's health and vitality. And, the Board of Public Utilities (BOPU) reports that Cheyenne has safe drinking water. More>>

4.1 Percent Increase To Cheyenne Garbage Rates Video included

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Higher rates for garbage and recycling are something that could become a reality for Cheyenne residents. More>>

Stamp Out Hunger

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The 20th annual Stamp Out Hunger is taking place this Saturday. More>>

Hospice Volunteers Needed

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Cheyenne Regional Medical Center's Hospice Service will begin training this summer for new volunteers at the Davis Hospice Center in Cheyenne. More>>

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  • Wednesday, May 16 2012 12:55 AM EDT2012-05-16 04:55:37 GMT
    Leonard Washington of the University of Wyoming basketball team was sentenced today in Albany County Circuit Court for two charges, battery and criminal entry.  Washington plead guilty to both charges.The
    Leonard Washington of the University of Wyoming basketball team was sentenced today in Albany County Circuit Court for two charges, battery and criminal entry.  Washington plead guilty to both charges.
  • Wednesday, May 16 2012 12:46 AM EDT2012-05-16 04:46:01 GMT
    In the first game of the season the Cheyenne East soccer team took down Green River 2-0.  Plenty of time has passed and as the Indians prepare for State Green River awaits them in the first round as the
    In the first game of the season the Cheyenne East soccer team took down Green River 2-0.  Plenty of time has passed and as the Indians prepare for State Green River awaits them in the first round as the No. 1 Seed.
  • Tuesday, May 15 2012 7:34 PM EDT2012-05-15 23:34:47 GMT
    LARAMIE- The University of WYoming soccer team released its 2012 schedule on Tuesday, the first season under the leadership of head coach Pete Cuadrado.An exciting schedule for Cowgirls fans with 12 home
    LARAMIE- The University of WYoming soccer team released its 2012 schedule on Tuesday, the first season under the leadership of head coach Pete Cuadrado.
  • Tuesday, May 15 2012 1:07 AM EDT2012-05-15 05:07:53 GMT
    Play the video for this week's Prep Athlete of the Week.
    Play the video for this week's Prep Athlete of the Week.
  • Tuesday, May 15 2012 12:58 AM EDT2012-05-15 04:58:05 GMT
    Play begins Thursday for the 4A State Soccer Tournament.  Three teams from Cheyenne made the cut.All games will be played in Sheridan.On the boys side:#1 Green River vs #4 Cheyenne East at 10:30 AM Field
    Play begins Thursday for the 4A State Soccer Tournament.  Three teams from Cheyenne made the cut.
  • Monday, May 14 2012 12:52 AM EDT2012-05-14 04:52:29 GMT
    Former Central High School track star Brendan Ames is back in his hometown of Cheyenne training for the Olympic Trials. NewsChannel 5's Kara Hammer has more.
    Former Central High School track star Brendan Ames is back in his hometown of Cheyenne training for the Olympic Trials. NewsChannel 5's Kara Hammer has more.
  • Saturday, May 12 2012 12:47 AM EDT2012-05-12 04:47:52 GMT
    In round two of the 4A girls East Regional soccer tournament Central took to the field against No.1 seeded Laramie.Scoreless for a majority of the game the Lady Indians battled the elements of high wind
    In round two of the 4A girls East Regional soccer tournament Central took to the field against No.1 seeded Laramie.
  • Saturday, May 12 2012 12:46 AM EDT2012-05-12 04:46:02 GMT
    Sportingnews.com took the time to rank all 124 FBS coaches this week and Dave Christensen of UW sits at No. 58.  Nick Saban sits atop of the list after claiming his third national title.  Representing
    Sportingnews.com took the time to rank all 124 FBS coaches this week...
  • Friday, May 11 2012 1:31 AM EDT2012-05-11 05:31:21 GMT
    CHEYENNE- Thursday night the Cheyenne Post 6 baseball team join the University of Wyoming club team on the diamond in a double header.  In the first game UW showed Post 6 why you should respect your elders
    Thursday night the Cheyenne Post 6 baseball team join the University of Wyoming club team on the diamond in a double header.
  • Friday, May 11 2012 1:03 AM EDT2012-05-11 05:03:11 GMT
    Girls in Laramie:Central 15 South 0East 1 Gillette 2Boys in SheridanCentral 15 South 1East 2 Gillette 0
    Scores and quick highlights from round 1 of the 4A East Regional Soccer Tournament.

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