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During the month of October, St. Joseph's Food Pantry's Great Green Bean Bowl has brought Central, South and East high school students together to collect more than 1,000 cans of green beans for a Thanksgiving drive.    This week, Maria Weyne, our criminal justice/public safety and education reporter, spoke with St. Joseph's Executive Director Bailey Monk about the Great Green Bean Bowl.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   New episodes every Friday.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

After suffering the loss of her daughter, one local mom is hoping to provide a different kind of youth sports league that prioritizes development over winning.  This week, Owen Houtakker, our state government reporter, spoke with Charity Campfield, a co-founder of the new Cheyenne Youth Sports League. The league memorializes Campfield's daughter, Chelsey, who died by suicide in April. Charity says she hopes the league will continue to spread the love and joy her daughter gave the world.  Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

Many in the public have been wanting more transparency into the process for how Wyoming judges are selected.  Last week, Owen Houtakker, our state government reporter, spoke with Amanda Good, an attorney and longest-serving member of the Judicial Nominating Commission, along with Wyoming Supreme Court Chief Justice Lynne Boomgaarden, who chairs the commission, about the commission's interview and selection process, as well as what happens when its work is done.  Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

Travel into the Fairyvale, where Excalibur, light sabers and hobbits can come together to create a magical, inclusive world where everyone can escape. It's beyond what you read in novels. This week, Carlee Elders, our local arts & entertainment reporter, sits down with Zarah O'Holleran, the founder of the Front Range Fantasy Festival, which is making it's Cheyenne debut on Sept. 19. Tune in to learn about the origins of this must-attend event and what attendees should expect. Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

Following almost 18 hours of discussion over two days, the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality's (DEQ) Industrial Siting Council (ISC) approved a permit allowing the Laramie Range Wind Project to be built on private and state lands.   This week, Alyssa Tolman, our local government and business reporter, sat in on the ISC's hearing Monday and Tuesday, which included three lawyers representing the DEQ, wind farm developer ConnectGen Laramie County and nearby landowners.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

The Aug. 18 primary election is over, and voters are now awaiting the Nov. 3 general election. With some races turning out as predicted, other results were surprising to some.   This week, Owen Houtakker, our state government reporter, spoke with Ryan Williamson, a political science professor at the University of Wyoming whose specialty is electoral and legislative policies, about the results of Tuesday's primary.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

With the Aug. 18 primary election coming up in just a couple weeks, Laramie County Clerk Debra Lee says voters should approach the ballot box feeling like their choices are safe and secure.   This week, Alyssa Tolman, our local government and business reporter, sat in on the Wyoming Tribune Eagle editorial board meeting, during which Lee discussed the county's election security measures and what residents should know before casting their vote.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

Many changes are coming to Frontier Park this year in preparation for 130th "Daddy of 'Em All."   This week Taylor Staples, our outgoing arts/entertainment and features reporter spoke with both Tom Hirsig, the CEO of Cheyenne Frontier Days and Bill Oates, the chairman of the Indian Committee, to discuss the new Chute 9, the new Morning Star Indiana Village and more.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   New episodes every Friday.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

On Saturday, Wyoming residents and visitors got to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime celebration at the Wyoming State Capitol for the nation's 250th birthday. The all-day event included a keynote speaker series, live music, dance performances, ceremonies, kids crafts and much more. This week on Wyoming Watch, local government and business reporter Alyssa Tolman presents just some of the highlights from the day, including remarks from local and state elected officials, music from the Wyoming National Guard 67th Army Band, information on a time capsule sealing ceremony and quotes from members of the public about what they enjoyed from the day.  Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.

Last month, the American Civil Liberties Union of Wyoming, along with three local organizations, filed a lawsuit against Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak and the Laramie County Sheriff's Office over its controversial 287(g) agreements. The agreements allow certain deputies to enforce federal immigration laws under the supervision of ICE. The lawsuit alleges that Kozak broke three state laws when entering into these contracts, including not allowing the public the opportunity to give input.  This week on Wyoming Watch, crime and public safety reporter Ivy Secrest discusses the lawsuit with senior staff attorney for the ACLU of Wyoming  Andrew Malone.  Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week. New episodes every Friday.

JoLynne "J.J." Lyon is a Utah-based author who grew up in Cheyenne. Her new book, released on May 1, titled "The Madres Deal," is about a detective named Shae Barcola, a woman with the power to make everyone around her tell the truth.   This week, Taylor Staples, our arts and entertainment reporter, spoke with Lyon about her new book.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   New episodes every Friday.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

The Cowboy State is bolstering its rodeo reputation with the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association's recent development deal to relocate its national headquarters, the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and the Museum of the American Cowboy from Colorado Springs to Cheyenne. Estimates indicate the transition will bring $256.2 million to Laramie County, with a $15 million commitment from the state to support the move. This week on Wyoming Watch, Wyoming Tribune Eagle state government reporter Noah Zahn spoke with Cheyenne LEADS President and CEO Betsey Hale, and Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dale Steenbergen about the impact of the move.  Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week. New episodes every Friday. Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

Recently, the Laramie County Library has expanded its programs with the intent of improving local access to books and other library services. This includes the new rural access programs, telehealth access and the new Mobile Library that is set to begin serving the public later this month. This week on Wyoming Watch, Laramie County Library Executive Director Antonia Gaona and Marketing and Communications Manager Joelle Ashley join the Wyoming Tribune Eagle's Crime and Public Safety/Education Reporter Ivy Secrest to discuss the changes and what they mean for Laramie County.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week. New episodes every Friday.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

Cheyenne has been experiencing a rise in data center development for the past few years, and more projects are in development or being proposed. Due to a recent incident with members of the Cheyenne City Council being unaware a potential annexation on their agenda was for a data center, and with more and more developers eyeing the capital city as a premier destination for data centers, residents are beginning to fight back. Many cite concerns with water usage, property values, electricity rates and much more. But those in the community who advocate for data center development are pushing back on those opinions.   This week, Alyssa Tolman, our local government/business reporter, spoke with Cheyenne LEADS CEO Betsey Hale, as well as Cheyenne resident Exie Brown about the pros and cons of data centers, and how they each think this recent boom will affect the community.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   New episodes every Friday.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].

Craig Johnson is a Wyoming author known for his long-running Longmire book series. The series features mystery-solving Sheriff Walt Longmire, who's based in the fictional Absaroka County in Wyoming. Johnson's 22nd addition to the series, "The Brothers McKay," will be released on May 26. The book will revolve around Sheriff Walt Longmire investigating the murder of Pepper McKay, a widely disliked individual in his county. Longmire is then sent to investigate and interrogate his four sons, who are all suspects, while also facing a dangerous wildfire and a second body that turns up.   This week, Taylor Staples, our arts and entertainment reporter, spoke with Johnson about the new book.   Stick around until the end for a roundup of upcoming events in the area and a recap of the top stories from the WTE newsroom over the past week.   New episodes every Friday.   Provide feedback or suggestions to [email protected].