The third annual Laramie Flavor Festival took place last week in Laramie, showcasing a delightful array of dishes from around the world. More than 20 local restaurants participated in the event, each offering a unique taste of a different country’s culinary tradition. The event was hosted by more than 60 international volunteers representing over 40…
Chick-fil-A is the newest addition to campus and is bringing more than just long lines and new smells. On Thursday, March 21, 2024, the University of Wyoming opened its newest restaurant on campus and the third of its kind in the state (second to remain open), Chick-fil-A. One of the goals of the restaurant is…
Locals and visitors alike ducked inside The Collective event space Saturday to escape the chill and immerse themselves in color, chatter, and a vibrant artistic community. The Valentine’s Pop Up Art Market held Saturday, Feb. 10 gave local artists a chance to sell their wares and connect to the rest of the community. 20 artists…
Love is in the air at the University of Wyoming. The Laramie Sweetheart Bridal Expo hosted by Wyoming Weddings, LLC, was held at the UW Conference Center on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024 from noon to 4:00 p.m. and featured a variety of vendors for brides and grooms-to-be. The venue lined the perimeter of the room…
The Downtown Laramie Farmers Market is set to return on June 24 from 3 PM to 7 PM in the parking lot north of Depot Park on South 4th Street. With an ever-changing rooster totaling out to 90 possible vendors, there will be plenty of variety for customers. “I love the farmers market here. I…
With the Jubilee Days recovery period in our midst, I spent some time thinking about the best places to get a nice, revitalizing breakfast in town. Thankfully, Laramie is home to multiple local breakfast places with some truly delicious dishes. I’ve composed a list of my 5 favorite breakfast restaurants, all of which have quality…
Two of the beauties of Laramie are the community connectedness and the welcoming neighborly feel. I believe that this sense of togetherness is due in part to the variety of family-owned and local businesses. The city is filled with hidden gems and shops beloved by all. With the wonderful summer warmth upon us, activities throughout…
As of May 31, the Twenty-Seventh Continuation of Statewide Public Health order #2 has eased restrictions and policies for indoor gatherings across Wyoming. In wake of the order, restaurants, bars, and other businesses in Laramie are left to decide their own COVID-19 policies. According to the Wyoming Department of Health, Wyoming has 29.47% of the…
On the first day of the new year, Cowboy Crepes officially opened its doors to the Laramie public. Although COVID-19 provided its fair share of obstacles, the restaurant has safely and effectively operated through teamwork and dedication. “You have to protect employees, you have to protect your customers, and you have to protect yourself and…
The downtown store, the Bent and Rusty, posted signs on their doors establishing mask wearing was not required and unconstitutional, despite the county ordinance. When brought to the Albany County Attorney, Peggy Trent, the Bent and Rusty was charged but not prosecuted. Constitutional Law Professor, Stephen Feldman, said “from my perspective, it’s constitutional to have…
The antique store in downtown Laramie, the Bent and Rusty, does not require individuals to wear a mask in their store despite the county-wide ordinance and President Biden’s recent federal mandate. The front doors have signage that openly share their position on mask-wearing. Despite controversy of the effectiveness of mask wearing at the beginning of…
The Wyoming Territorial Prison Light Show continues this year during December. “The show in the parking lot is the same, and ideal because you can stay in your car. The one thing that has changed is in 2018 we started the Holiday Lights Trail Walk. We have it set up so people could walk. It…
