AGP Executive Report

Wyoming Arts & Community: Centennial, Wyo. marks 150 years with a Sept. 12 Sesquicentennial Celebration featuring a downtown parade (C.J. Box as grand marshal), museum activities, artisan vendors, chainsaw carving, and a library book sale. Local Governance: Cheyenne’s Ward 1 reps host a Council and Coffee open house Sept. 12, and the city’s seasonal oversized-vehicle street restriction starts Sept. 12 (with permits available). Health & Education: Cheyenne Regional Medical Center earns GO2 for Lung Cancer Center of Excellence status for lung cancer screening and follow-up of incidental nodules. Outdoor Recreation: The Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Collaborative schedules public meetings across the state, including a Sept. 22 session in Wheatland. Agriculture & Economy: UW Extension’s John Hewlett helps organize a Sept. 24 Federal Reserve agricultural roundtable in Cheyenne for Wyoming producers. Tech & Controversy: Cheyenne council committee advances Cox Ranch annexation and rezoning tied to a proposed data center, while a separate report says Alphabet/Blackstone’s cloud venture faced permit and site delays, including a Cheyenne-related snag. Music: Rosanne Cash postpones three shows, including a Sept. 9 stop in Sheridan, due to an unexpected medical emergency.

Classical Music in Rock Springs: Victor Santiago Asuncion is set for a free Sept. 15 concert at the Broadway Theater as part of the Piatigorsky Foundation Tour, bringing world-class piano to Wyoming audiences. Country Music Update: Rosanne Cash has postponed three concerts after an unexpected medical emergency, including her Sept. 8 Sheridan show (WYO Performing Arts Center), with new dates not yet announced. Western Sports & Community: The 38th Annual Don King Days wrapped up at the Big Horn Equestrian Center with polo, cowboy polo, steer roping, and bronc riding. Wildlife Watch: Researchers are investigating mysterious elk deaths in Nevada’s Independence and Tuscarora mountains, with signs pointing to possible mineral or heart-related issues. Outdoor/Arts Spotlight: Logan Mac is scheduled to perform in Cody on Sept. 11, sharing his songwriting journey from viral hits to a new album tour. Local Culture & Memory: The Buffalo Bill Center of the West authenticated rare early-1800s Indian peace medals, including one of only three tied to the Lewis & Clark expedition.

Music & Touring: Rosanne Cash has postponed three concerts after an “unexpected medical emergency,” including Wyoming’s Sheridan date, with doctors advising a temporary stop on travel and performing while she recovers. Wyoming Sports (Football): The Cowboys open at home Saturday in the annual “Stripe Out” against Northern Colorado, with kickoff set for 2 p.m. and streaming on MW+. Wyoming Sports (Soccer): UW soccer’s Haley Bartel and Erin Dahl earned Mountain West Players of the Week honors after strong road results, with the team heading to Montana next. Wyoming Sports (Volleyball): The Cowgirls split early-season action at the Utah Classic—dropping the opener to Utah, bouncing back vs. Eastern Illinois, then falling to Long Beach State in five sets. Local Arts & Community: Cheyenne’s Botanic Gardens is gearing up for peak fall programming, including Heirlooms and Blooms and weekly classes for all ages. Culture Spotlight: A Q&A with country artist Jessica Lynn on Nepali music and building a sustainable career through songwriting and collaboration.

Cycling Spotlight: LoToJa Classic is gearing up for its 44th run Saturday, with about 1,500 riders starting in Logan and finishing at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Wildlife & Policy: An advocacy group flags seven possible wild horse roundup locations across the West this September, including Wyoming’s Fifteenmile Herd area. Wyoming Sports (Volleyball): The Wyoming Cowgirls opened the Utah Classic with a tough loss to Utah, bounced back with a four-set win over Eastern Illinois, then fell to Long Beach State in five sets. Wyoming Sports (Soccer): Wyoming soccer returned from Washington with two shutout wins over Gonzaga and Eastern Washington, extending a three-match streak. Local Sports (High School): Wyoming high school football standings update after Week 1, with multiple ranked teams falling and early leaders emerging. Community Arts: Cheyenne Central inducted its second Athletics Hall of Fame class, honoring athletes and a family for decades of local sports impact. Tech in Food: “AI slop” is showing up on restaurant menus and storefronts, with images sometimes misleading customers.

Crypto Policy Watch: The Senate is set to vote on the CLARITY Act on Sept. 15, with odds falling fast as unresolved fights over ethics rules, DeFi liability, and stablecoin yield provisions remain. AI in Everyday Life: “AI slop” is showing up on restaurant menus and storefronts, with images that can mislead customers and spark backlash. Wyoming Sports: The UW soccer team returned from a Washington road trip with two shutout wins, extending a winning streak, while the Cowgirls’ volleyball weekend included a rebound win over Eastern Illinois and a tough finish at the Utah Classic. Local Arts & Community: Cheyenne Central High School inducted its second Athletics Hall of Fame class, and a Wyoming-area martial arts seminar brought together athletes and law enforcement for advanced training. Food & Culture: A growing wave of AI-generated food imagery is changing how restaurants market dishes—sometimes with uncanny, unappetizing results. Community Spotlight: Powell’s “Loose Change for Local Change” keeps funding local food access, agriculture education, and outdoor recreation through small-donation jars.

Wyoming Sports: The Cowboys opened the season with a 35-13 loss at Colorado State, with Tyler Hughes throwing for 130 yards and rushing for 52, but turnovers swung it. Border War Buzz: CSU’s new era starts with the 118th Border War and the Bronze Boot at Canvas Stadium, with Wyoming looking to bounce back after a tough opener. Local Education Data: Albany County’s six-year bachelor’s completion rate for Hispanic or Latino students (2018 cohort) hit 57.1% at the University of Wyoming, matching the statewide rate. AI & Everyday Life: AI-generated food images are drawing backlash for looking uncanny and misleading, as restaurants lean on tools like ChatGPT for menu visuals. Wyoming Community Spotlight: Powell’s PEP VISTA volunteer is running “Loose Change for Local Change,” collecting spare coins to fund local food access, agriculture education, and outdoor recreation. Arts & Culture: Old Firehouse Books highlights Indigenous dark fiction and other reads for the week.

Border War Football: Wyoming opened the season with a 35-13 loss to Colorado State in Fort Collins, with four turnovers (three interceptions, one fumble) turning the tide for the Rams. Rivalry Preview: CSU’s new coach Jim Mora debuts in the 118th Border War, with Wyoming’s Tyler Hughes getting the start at quarterback and the game carried on USA Network. Native Culture Spotlight: The Arvada Powwow brought together families for gourd dancing, drumming circles, storytelling, and a big Native art market. Western Film Picks: A new list of 1970s Western classics highlights how the decade kept the genre sharp and watchable. Arts Leadership: 3 Square Art named Lisa Hatchadoorian as its Fort Collins director, tapping her museum and education background to expand studios and programming. Community Calendar: Labor Day weekend listings include charity concerts, powwow-style cultural events, and public land volunteer days across Wyoming.

Border War Football: Wyoming opens Week 1 at Colorado State on Saturday, Sept. 5 (USA Network, 4 p.m. MT), with the Cowboys debuting new coach Jim Mora and a fresh-look roster. Local Sports: Laramie edged Rock Springs 27-21 after the Tigers’ big rushing surge, keeping the Plainsmen in control late. High School Spotlight: Natrona beat East 28-14 in a fast, run-heavy matchup highlighted by Patton True and Brody Wilcox. Arts & Community: 3 Square Art named Lisa Hatchadoorian as its Fort Collins director, and the Wyoming Archaeology Fair returns Sept. 12 at the Territorial Prison with hands-on booths. Wyoming Culture: Ian Munsick’s new single gets a marching-band boost from UW alumnus Jacob Walker. Public Lands: Wyoming State Parks is rolling out National Public Lands Day volunteer projects across September, with fee waivers on Sept. 26. Quick Service: Laramie’s automated photo speed cameras get advance notice from police.

High School Football: Week one is in full swing across Wyoming, with Natrona County rolling past East 28-14 behind Patton True and Brody Wilcox, plus a big slate of other regional results. College Sports TV: Wyoming fans get a clear viewing target for Saturday’s Wyoming at Colorado State matchup (USA Network, 4 p.m. kickoff). Wyoming PBS: “Wyoming Chronicle” returns for its 18th season Sept. 11, with a preview and new episodes featuring Wyoming history and personalities. Cheyenne Community Input: Cheyenne opens a 15-day public review of its draft 2025 CAPER through Sept. 19, inviting residents to comment. Tech & Local Industry: Google hosts a community open house for Project Tembo in Cheyenne, a major data center plan south of town. Arts & Culture: A traveling Wyoming art exhibit makes its final stop in Casper, and the Rendezvous exhibit continues at ART 321 through Oct. 10. Food & Community: The Food Bank of Wyoming’s Fresh Express program partners with Wyoming farms like 1890 Farms to bring cowboy-grown produce to pantries. Public Safety: Another fatal crash on Teton Pass renews calls for restrictions on heavy and high-risk vehicles.

High School Sports (Wyoming): Evanston is making Border Wars volleyball history with the first outdoor, under-the-lights matches in the state at Kay Fackrell Stadium, with Cokeville, Green River, Cheyenne East and others scheduled for Friday night play. Mental Health (Rural West): Crisis Text Line reports Wyoming texters are more likely to bring up suicide in crisis chats, with 64% of Wyoming contacts coming from rural areas and suicide showing up in about 30% of conversations. Arts & Community (Laramie): The Wyoming Women’s History House extended its “Material Connections: Wyoming Women in Art” exhibit through October and is adding more workshops, plus a public reenactment of Louisa Swain’s historic vote. Outdoors & Wildlife (Salt River): Wyoming Game and Fish says a parasite is behind the ongoing mountain whitefish die-off on the Salt River, urging anglers to avoid the area and follow cleaning best practices. Local Safety (Cycling): Buffalo police and the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office are running a bike-safety crackdown with “ticketed” gift cards for kids who follow the rules. Sports Recruiting (Wyoming): Stacker highlights Wyoming’s top Class of 2027 football recruits, including safety Cache McFadden and OT Chase Garber.

Cheyenne Community Care: A free clothing closet inside Cheyenne Children’s Clinic at CRMC is open to anyone who needs clothes, shoes, and essentials—no appointment and no patient requirement. Local Sports: Wyoming’s Cowgirls start 2-0 and head to the Utah/BYU Nike Invitational in Salt Lake City this weekend, opening Friday vs. Utah. Healthcare Staffing: Cheyenne OBGYN adds Dr. Tianna Mack and Dr. Mitchell Oberhelman to expand women’s health and obstetrics care. Home Tours: The 2026 Cheyenne Parade of Homes runs Sept. 11-13 with seven featured builders and free admission. Arts & Community Events: Knights of Pythias is recruiting volunteers for its “Nightmare on 17th Street” Haunted House in October. Wyoming Road & Safety Notes: Cheyenne shares Labor Day schedule changes, while Sheridan County clarifies a traffic-monitoring device isn’t a license-plate “flock” camera. Wildfire Research: Experts warn that fast, small wildfires—not just huge ones—are driving most home damage, pushing new approaches to fire readiness.

College Football Kickoff: Week 1 is here, with big matchups like Clemson at LSU and Ole Miss vs. Louisville, and Wyoming fans can stream games via Fubo or Sling as the season ramps up. Wyoming Politics & Community: Lisa Kinney is building momentum for her U.S. House bid after a primary win, pitching a campaign rooted in everyday Wyoming life. Wyoming Tech in Higher Ed: The University of Wyoming selected BoodleBox as a secure enterprise AI platform for faculty, staff, and students, aiming for responsible, campus-wide use. Local Sports Buzz: Wyoming’s volleyball and Laramie High’s programs are riding the nationwide women’s sports boom, while Wyoming Downs and 307 Horse Racing wrapped a record-breaking 2026 season with record purses. Arts & Culture: A Wyoming PBS/YouTube premiere is planned for “Before Wyoming: The West in 1776,” and UW’s new classics professors bring music into the classroom. Community Calendar: Hike for Hunger returns Oct. 3 at Curt Gowdy State Park to support local food pantries and Meals on Wheels of Cheyenne.

Local History & Culture: Sweetwater County is spotlighting its past by naming Jack Morrow Hills and Jack Morrow Creek for John Andrew “Jack” Morrow, a trail-era operator remembered as a “thief and swindler.” Music: Cheyenne’s Cathedral of St. Mary hosts internationally known organist Kimberly Marshall on Sept. 27 (free, 2 p.m.). Western Arts: The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Thursday, Sept. 3 at the Old West Museum. Community Sports: West Side’s girls finished fifth at the More Cowbell XC meet in Afton, with Anslea Mumford leading. Film & Streaming: Netflix’s “The Whisper Man” keeps the thriller buzz going, with watch-alike picks like “Zodiac.” Family-Friendly Reading: Dr. Tiffanie Tate’s picture book “Perfectly Perfect” tackles bullying, self-image, and choosing words that heal. Wyoming Tech in Schools: LCSD1 is rolling out district-managed ChatGPT accounts for staff with privacy training. Wildfire Watch: Wyoming’s wildfire season remains active, with frequent new starts and expanded air support.

Frontier Mall food news: Renzio’s Greek Food has permanently closed its Cheyenne location after 34 years, with the mall’s owner (CBL Properties) yet to confirm what will replace it. Local arts & learning: The University of Wyoming Planetarium is bringing back laser light shows for September and adding space-themed programming tied to milestones like Voyager, Cassini, the fall equinox, and the discovery of Neptune. Community & culture: Food Bank of Wyoming is urging statewide action for Hunger Action Month, citing high food insecurity levels and highlighting local partners. Sports spotlight: Wyoming opens its 118th Border War season against Colorado State, while UW’s band also gets a nod as Ian Munsick’s “Love is Blind” is arranged for the Western Thunder Marching Band. Civic life: A Teton County School District board race has four candidates vying for three seats, including newcomer Ashley Sinclair.

WNBA Playoff Update: NaLyssa Smith’s season-ending injury is forcing major Las Vegas Aces lineup decisions, with analysts pointing to how her mid-season arrival helped spark the team’s surge. Documentary Spotlight: BBC Two’s “Stolen Babies” revisits how unmarried mothers were sent to “mother and baby homes,” while Channel 4 and Sky One offer major-history and nature picks for tonight. Wyoming Arts & Culture: Van Wert Civic Theatre has announced the cast for its upcoming “Catch Me If You Can” musical. Native Arts & Repatriation: Speed Art Museum returned 24 sacred and cultural items to the Southern Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes under NAGPRA. Local Community Health: Cheyenne Regional Medical Center finished renovations expanding Behavioral Health Services, including more high-acuity rooms and TMS treatment space. Public Lands Volunteering: Wyoming State Parks is gearing up for National Public Lands Day with September volunteer projects and fee waivers on Sept. 26. Sports (Wyoming): The Cowboys open the 118th Border War Saturday vs. Colorado State, with national TV coverage and local radio options.

Wyoming Arts & Culture: The Ucross Foundation’s annual Ucross Gala is set to spotlight Wyoming’s creative community with performances by returning artist-alumni, live and silent auctions (including a painting by Tracy Stuckey), and an honor for longtime arts supporter Naoma Tate. Civic Life: The League of Women Voters and the Albany County Public Library are rolling out general election candidate forums across September and October, with hybrid in-person and livestream options and a voter guide partnership with the Laramie Boomerang. Local Entertainment & Events: Pinedale’s Wind River Brewfest returns Sept. 12 with unlimited pours, live music, food vendors, and an Artist Row featuring regional creators. Wyoming Outdoors & Tech: Jackson Hole Fire/EMS has installed AI wildfire cameras on Snow King and Rendezvous Mountain, with live feeds available through AlertWest/Watch Duty. Wyoming Education in the Spotlight: A University of Wyoming Pathways from Prison cohort in Lusk has reached graduation, marking the first Wyoming bachelor’s degrees earned through the program. Sports: The Border War kicks off as Wyoming opens the 2026 season at Colorado State in Fort Collins. Weather & Safety: Search and rescue continues after deadly Grand Canyon flash flooding, with 80+ rescued and one Wyoming man still missing.