Nearly three in five home fire deaths occur in homes without functional smoke alarms. In recognition of Fire Prevention Month this October, the Laramie Fire Department (LFD) aims to raise awareness with essential fire safety tips. With unattended cooking being the leading cause of house
This spring, City Arborist Kyle Peep set his sights on transforming underused land at Optimist Park into something special. His vision? An apple orchard that would not only provide shade but also abundant fruit for the community in years to come. Inspired by Wyoming’s rich
Summer in Laramie, often referred to as “Laradise,” is bustling, but residents need not worry about road closures and construction disruptions. The City of Laramie’s interactive map keeps locals informed about ongoing construction projects. Additionally, the Engineering Division offers a separate map detailing current and
The Laramie Municipal Band will start its summer performances at the 32nd annual Freedom Has a Birthday event on July 4th at Washington Park. The concert, at 10 am in the Edgar J. Lewis Bandshell, will begin the Band’s Summer Concert Series, which continues Wednesday
The City of Laramie is gearing up to celebrate National Volunteer Week from April 21st to 27th with its annual Laramie Community Clean-Up Days. Beginning on Earth Day, April 22nd, and running through May 7th, residents are encouraged to pitch in and beautify the city
Governor Gordon signed Wyoming Senate File 0075 into law yesterday, a momentous occasion for Laramie’s water infrastructure. The bill, backed by the House and the Governor, secures funding for the Dowlin Diversion and Headgate Rehabilitation project. With up to 50% of the project’s cost covered,
The eagerly anticipated “Freedom has a Birthday” extravaganza is gearing up to once again delight attendees in 2024, thanks to the generous backing of Rocky Mountain Power and the City of Laramie. Scheduled for July 4th, 2024, from 10 am to 4 pm, “Freedom has
The City of Laramie is extending an invitation to local non-profit organizations to apply for the 2024 Community Partner Funding grant. This annual opportunity, facilitated in conjunction with Albany County, offers financial support to eligible organizations striving to enhance the community’s well-being and quality of
The Laramie Community Recreation Center has announced its updated pool schedule, following recent renovations. With the completion of the Indoor Leisure Pool renovation project at the end of 2023, the aquatics center has expanded its offerings, including increased mid-day lap swim time and a dedicated
In response to a recent incident at Huck Finn Pond, the City of Laramie is issuing a public safety advisory urging caution around frozen bodies of water. Despite clear warning signage indicating the hazards of venturing onto the ice, an individual fell through the frozen