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Michigan Man to Walk 400 Miles on Stilts to Raise Money in the Fight Against Cerebral Palsy

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 04:37:02 +0000

Talk about standing tall. Neil Sauter, 29, is in the midst of walking around his home state of Michigan to raise money for the United Cerebral Palsy of Michigan. Oh, and did we mention he’s doing it on stilts? Sauter, aka the Michigan Stilt Walker, suffers from a mild form of the disease. He began [...]

Red Cross Offering Shelter at Storey Gym for Stranded Motorists [AUDIO]

Grateful Mike — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:32:56 +0000

Roads out of Cheyenne have been closed due to the extreme weather conditions, to help out stranded motorists, the Red Cross is setting up a shelter at Storey Gymnasium tonight. As of 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Interstate 25 had reopened in both directions although no unnecessary travel is advised. Westbound Interstate 80 remained closed out [...]

Harlem Ambassadors Play at South High School Tonight for HOPE

Grateful Mike — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:35:21 +0000

Looking for something fun to do tonight? The Harlem Ambassadors Basketball tour comes to South High School at 7 p.m., March 21. Tickets are $10 at the door and kids 5 and under get in free. Proceeds from the game help raise scholarship money for the Hispanic Organization for Progress & Education (HOPE). Players from [...]

Empty Bowls "Diamond In The Rough" Extravaganza Is March 22nd

Gailen Sprague — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 13:58:56 +0000

The 30th Anniversary Celebration – Empty Bowls “Diamond in the Rough” Extravaganza is March 22, 2013 at 6pm.“Empty Bowls” is a fund raiser for Comea House – Sheltering the Journey Home A fun filled evening is scheduled with Evening attire, Silent auction, art viewing and live music “Interlude” (trio with cello, flute and violin) Featured [...]

Cheyenne Animal Shelter Has Jewelry Party, Furball Coming Up [AUDIO]

Gailen Sprague — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:42:26 +0000

Emmy Lou is a 9 week old Cairn Terrier, Chihuahua Mix. She was surrendered with her sisters and one brother on Friday last week, she is a Total sweetie too! Kate Miller stopped by for the Cheyenne Animal Shelter on Tuesday morning and had lots to say about all the things coming up for the [...]

CASA Of Laramie County, Barnes & Noble Bookfair is Friday [VIDEO]

Gailen Sprague — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:25:43 +0000

The CASA of Laramie County Bookfair is Friday, March 1, 2013 from 9AM to 9PM at Barnes & Noble, 1851 Dell Range Blvd, Please join in for a few special events!The Therapy Dog, Chauncy, will be there for story time at 10:00 AM, so come choose your favorite book and you can read and listen [...]

Special Olympics Wyoming's Jackalope Jump in Cheyenne February 23 [VIDEO]

Grateful Mike — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 06:58:09 +0000

Special Olympics Jackalope Jump Cheyenne (YouTube)

Are you brave enough to go jump in a lake this time of year?
The annual Special Olympics Wyoming Jackalope Jump arrives in Cheyenne on Saturday, February 23.
Individuals and teams will take a quick dip in the icy water to raise money for children and adults with mental disabilities.

Cheyenne Animal Shelter Has Lots Of Fun With Furry Friends [AUDIO]

Gailen Sprague — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:35:07 +0000

Kate and Diego from the Cheyenne Animal Shelter dropped by the KING FM studios on Tuesday to get us up to speed an all the events coming up soon! Bring your pets on down to the Cheyenne Animal Shelter Community Room this Saturday in their best attire for a chance to win our first ever [...]

6th Annual CFD Crisis Fund Dinner Is Saturday! [AUDIO]

Gailen Sprague — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:50:07 +0000

Save the date! Saturday, February 23rd, 2013 at Little America. Entertainment again this year is Western Underground – A tribute to Chris LeDoux!Doors open and cocktail service begins at 5pm. Dinner served at 6:30pm, with live and silent auction items featured throughout. It’s a “Wild West Social” to benefit volunteers in crisis or catastrophe; Justin [...]

6th Annual 2013 Volunteer Crisis Fund Dinner Is Coming

Gailen Sprague — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 19:19:47 +0000

Save the date! Saturday, February 23rd, 2013 at Little America.Entertainment this year is Western Underground – A tribute to Chris LeDoux! Doors open and cocktail service begins at 5pm. Dinner served at 6:30pm, with live and silent auction items featured throughout. It’s a “Wild West Social” to benefit volunteers in crisis or catastrophe; Tickets on [...]

Waiter Who Defended Boy With Down Syndrome Gives All Donations To Charity

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:16:06 +0000

Last month, Michael Garcia made a lot of people smile. The 45-year-old, who is a waiter atÂ Laurenzoâ€™s Restaurant in Houston, Texas, refused to serve a family who insultedÂ Milo Castillo,Â a five-year-old with Down Syndrome,Â by suggesting that “special needs children need to be special someplace else.” The story became national news after being picked up by Houston’sÂ 29-95 [...]

Freedom's Edge Brewery Helps CASA With Kegs for your Cause Saturday

Grateful Mike — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 01:40:35 +0000

Have you ever been to the Freedom's Edge Brewing Company in downtown Cheyenne?

Saturday, February 9, would be a good day to visit because they'll be raising money for Laramie County's Court Appointed Special Advocates for children or CASA.

The Freedom's Edge Brewing Company Kegs for your Cause event runs from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. on Saturday, February 9, in the historic Tivoli Tap House, 301 West Lincolnway, in downtown Cheyenne.

Pints For Paws Is Friday At Tusker Bar To Benefit Cheyenne Animal Shelter [AUDIO]

Gailen Sprague — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 20:50:07 +0000

The Cheyenne Animal Shelter would like to announce an upcoming event to help support the animals and their Spay & Neuter Program. On February 8, 2012 at Tuskers kicking off at 4:00 pm the Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. will have a limited time only brew available “Summer Down Brown”. Cost is $3.00 a pint and [...]

IHOP Offers Free Pancakes Tomorrow February 5th [VIDEO]

Gailen Sprague — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 18:07:51 +0000

Since beginning its National Pancake Day celebration in 2006, IHOP has raised more than $10 million to support charities in the communities in which it operates. On February 5, 2013, guests from around the country will once again celebrate National Pancake Day at IHOP and enjoy a free short stack of Buttermilk pancakes*. In return [...]

The Boys & Girls Club Of Cheyenne's Chili Challenge Biggest Ever [VIDEO]

Gailen Sprague — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 20:00:25 +0000

The Boys & Girls Club of Cheyenne’s Chili Challenge was a great success for the Club. There were more than 30 types of chili and 22 different local businesses and organizations represented, and the biggest crowd ever!The Boys & Girls Club staff and volunteers are humbled and thankful for the support our community continues to [...]

Mom With 15 Kids Says She Needs More From Welfare System [VIDEO]

Gailen Sprague — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:13:58 +0000

I was stunned, quite literally after watching this video! I think you might be too…When I watched this video that a friend sent me, I had a huge range of feelings go through my heart. The children are beautiful, the situation desperate…and the mother? Well, watch it for yourself and then please feel free to [...]

Relay For Life Kick-off Party This Thursday [VIDEO]

Gailen Sprague — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:12:08 +0000

The Cheyenne Relay For Life kick off is this Thursday at the Kiwanis Community House in Lions Park at 5:30pm. Dream Big, Hope Big, Relay Big! There will be refreshments, team sign up and information for anyone looking to get involved in a great cause. Sign your team up before February 14th and pay only [...]

Boys & Girls Club Of Cheyenne Chili Challenge Bigger Than Ever [AUDIO]

Gailen Sprague — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 21:07:13 +0000

We had Marketing Coordinator Baylie Evans in the KING FM studio this morning to talk about the upcoming Chili Challenge!Listen to the interview here; The Boys & Girls Club of Cheyenne’s Chili Challenge will be bigger than ever this year with 30 different chili teams competing, as well as ice cream and frozen custard, beer, [...]

MusiCares Charity Names Bruce Springsteen "Person Of The Year" [VIDEO]

Gailen Sprague — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 16:29:05 +0000

Some of music’s top stars are lining up to pay tribute to The Boss next month. MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s charity, has named Bruce Springsteen its Person of the Year. Stars including Elton John, Sting and Jackson Browne will be on hand to salute Bruce by performing his songs at a gala Los Angeles event [...]

'Holidays With Heros' Going For Final Christmas Push [UPDATE]

Gailen Sprague — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 19:04:19 +0000

Christmas is going to be extra bright for some children and their families, and it’s all thanks to our local law enforcement and firefighters…and YOU!! Tuesday Dec. 18th at 3pm we will be sorting gifts for the families Wednesday Dec. 19th at noon we will be finishing the sorting and then shopping for items that [...]