County 5 News

24/10/2025

Laramie, WY — The Laramie Regional Airport is pleased to announce the long-awaited return of its early morning flight to Denver International Airport (DEN), beginning March 5, 2026. The 5:30 a.m. departure restores a key travel option that will once again provide travelers with early connection opportunities from Denver to destinations across the country and around the world. “This is a major win for our travelers and our community,” said Amy Terrell, Airport Director....

Laramie, WY — The Laramie Regional Airport is pleased to announce the long-awaited return of its early morning flight to Denver International Airport (DEN), beginning March 5, 2026. The 5:30 a.m. d…

23/10/2025

Wyoming and Colorado may be rivals in college sports, but they are partners when it comes to getting people home safe. When the Wyoming Cowboys take on the Colorado State Rams in football Saturday, October 25, it will mark the 117th game in the historic Border War rivalry. One of the oldest rivalry games in college football, this year’s Border War will take place at 5:30 p.m., in Laramie....

Wyoming and Colorado may be rivals in college sports, but they are partners when it comes to getting people home safe. When the Wyoming Cowboys take on the Colorado State Rams in football Saturday,…

22/10/2025

Following the announcement of the upcoming departure of City Manager Janine Jordan, Laramie City Council has appointed Assistant City Manager Todd Feezer as Interim City Manager effective December 16th, 2025. The full resolution: CITY OF LARAMIE, WYOMINGRESOLUTION 2025-86RESOLUTION APPOINTMENT OF TODD FEEZER AS INTERIM CITY MANAGERWHEREAS, City Manager Janine Jordan submitted her resignation letter to City Council as City…...

Following the announcement of the upcoming departure of City Manager Janine Jordan, Laramie City Council has appointed Assistant City Manager Todd Feezer as Interim City Manager effective December …

22/10/2025

— Oct. 21, 2025 On the morning of October 21st, 2025, an object, suspected to be an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), was found on the Great Seal in front of the Capitol Building by a pedestrian. The pedestrian brought the object inside the capitol building where Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) troopers were alerted. As a precaution, the Capitol Building was evacuated at approximately 9:45 am, and troopers secured the area while multiple agencies responded to the situation....

[Cheyenne, WY] — Oct. 21, 2025 On the morning of October 21st, 2025, an object, suspected to be an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), was found on the Great Seal in front of the Capitol Building by…

14/10/2025

The Laramie Police Department is currently conducting a precautionary evacuation of the 2000 block of Polk Street following the discovery of World War II-era explosive material. The item was found by a local family while cleaning out a residence. The Laramie Police Department’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team is on scene and actively assessing the situation. At this time, there is…...

The Laramie Police Department is currently conducting a precautionary  evacuation of the 2000 block of Polk Street following the discovery of World War II-era  explosive material. The ite…

09/10/2025

From LPD: On 10/09/2025 at 10:57am, we began investigating a large amount of vandalism’s within a 5 block radius of 14th Street and Lewis where multiple vehicles appear to have been keyed. If you find damage to your vehicle’s paint consistent with being “keyed” in this location and have not yet spoken with an officer, please contact Laramie Police Department Dispatch 307-721-2526 in reference to case number 25-18153.

From LPD: On 10/09/2025 at 10:57am, we began investigating a large amount of vandalism’s within a 5 block radius of 14th Street and Lewis where multiple vehicles appear to have been keyed. If you f…

07/10/2025

From The City: Today is the first day of Phase 2 of the North Side Tank coming online. This aerial projection is an approximation of the affected area of Phase 2. Essentially, we are incrementally adding portions of water Zone 3 to the North Tank Project. The area shown in red will be receiving water from the tank during Phase 2....

From The City: Today is the first day of Phase 2 of the North Side Tank coming online. This aerial projection is an approximation of the affected area of Phase 2. Essentially, we are incrementally …

06/10/2025

October 6, 2025 – LARAMIE, WY – Some City of Laramie Offices have temporarily relocated while the Basement of City Hall and the City Hall Annex building are renovated. The following offices have been temporarily relocated to the Laramie Boomerang building, 320 East Grand Avenue; Fire Prevention Information Technology Planning Code Administration Code Enforcement Environmental Health Community and Economic Development…...

October 6, 2025 – LARAMIE, WY – Some City of Laramie Offices have temporarily relocated while the Basement of City Hall and the City Hall Annex building are renovated.  The following offices h…

04/10/2025

Laramie’s city manager has called the Gem City home for 30 years. For 23 of those years, Janine Jordan has dedicated herself to serving the community, serving as City Manager since 2008. That service to Laramie will end in December 2025. This week, Ms. Jordan announced she has accepted the City Manager position in Casper, where she grew up. Mayor Sharon Cumbie expressed her gratitude for the work of the city manager saying, “Janine works tirelessly to make sure our city is vibrant, safe, and forward-thinking.” …...

 Laramie’s city manager has called the Gem City home for 30  years. For 23 of those years, Janine Jordan has dedicated herself to serving the community, serving as City Manager since 2008…

02/10/2025

From ACSD: We’re thrilled to share that Velma Linford Elementary has been named a 2025 National Blue Ribbon School, an honor reserved for schools that show outstanding academic achievement. This recognition highlights the hard work of our students, teachers, and families in reaching very high levels of performance in reading and mathematics. Congratulations Linford family!

From ACSD: We’re thrilled to share that Velma Linford Elementary has been named a 2025 National Blue Ribbon School, an honor reserved for schools that show outstanding academic achievement. This re…

29/09/2025

From Search And Rescue: After Action Report – Medicine Bow Peak / Heart Lake On the afternoon of September 28, 11 Albany County Search & Rescue volunteers responded alongside deputies from the Albany County Sheriff's Office and members of the Centennial Valley Volunteer Fire department to assist two hikers who had lost the trail near Medicine Bow Peak. They were attempting to follow a trail listed on the popular app AllTrails, which incorrectly directed them off trail and into a rather dangerous boulder field....

From Search And Rescue: After Action Report – Medicine Bow Peak / Heart Lake On the afternoon of September 28, 11 Albany County Search & Rescue volunteers responded alongside deputies from the …

25/09/2025

Ivinson Memorial Hospital’s Chief Executive Officer, Doug Faus was recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of 207 Community Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know in 2025....