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Hi Laramie, we made it to Thursday! 

In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Mini-mansion that lit up Reddit, a Jane Austen celebration, and a tiny art exhibit + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.

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📰 In the news

High-country charm meets value: A February 13 article says Laramie is an overlooked city where you can live comfortably on about $1,600 a month, highlighting low taxes, reasonable housing, and a lively university scene — explore costs, culture, and perks.

Sunroom packed with seating: On Ivinson Avenue, Laramie’s 1937 Mini-Mansion, once home to University of Wyoming presidents, was listed for $1.03 million, lit up Reddit, and has earned up to $7,000 monthly — get all the details.

From hatchery to habitat: From Yoder, the Downar Bird Farm raises and releases pheasants across southeast Wyoming, including Springer and Table Mountain, Glendo State Park, and walk-in areas in Goshen, Platte, and Laramie counties — learn about his journey.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Celebrate Jane Austen with books and film
• Sip coffee, paint at Vee Bar
• Gather for healing, connection, and soup
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+

Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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🫶 We got your back

Craving a serious burger: Born in a Barn hits the spot with double-patty burgers on homemade buns… the jalapeño-kissed Popper is a mood lifter. Split the dangerously shareable Barnchos, then detour for wings. Downtown vibes, plenty of drinks, and an easy local reset.

Swap wheels for blades: Not seeing a roller rink? Laramie Ice & Event Center is the hometown spot for gliding laps, trying new moves, and shaking off cabin fever with friends. Weekly open skate and Learn to Skate sessions make for an easy midweek pick-me-up, and you never have to leave Laramie.

Art break, anyone? Slip into the University of Wyoming Art Museum for rotating exhibits, free admission, and unfussy vibes… ideal for a midweek reset or lazy Saturday wander. Thoughtful curation sparks good conversation afterward. Best with a friend; it becomes a small, satisfying ritual.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Laramie for grown ups

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

💃 Disco in the Galaxy Family Dance @ First Christian Church | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to tire out the kids and your inner Saturday Night Fever, here it is. A free, family disco from 7220 MomCo with dancing, games, door prizes, and refreshments, so RSVP to save space and snacks. Tickets: https://galaxy-disco-family-dance.cheddarup.com

🐦 Annual Bird Hop @ TBD | Saturday (3/7) at 8:45 AM – Think you can spot a rosy finch before your coffee kicks in? Head to Centennial for aspen groves, feeder stakeouts, and rosy finches, woodpeckers, and chickadees, then thaw at Bear Bottom with lunch. Carpool from First Street Plaza, or meet at the Visitor Center.

🌶 1st Annual Chili Cookoff @ Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2221 | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Only in this town do we fund a fire suppression system with a chili cookoff, which feels perfectly on brand. Bring your best pot to compete across categories, win the people’s choice award, and earn bragging rights. Cinnamon rolls and cornbread are available for purchase.

🖼 Adult Crafternoon: Tiny Art Exhibit @ Albany County Public Library | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Adult Crafternoon is shrinking the gallery experience with a Tiny Art Exhibit at the library, and you’re the featured artist. Drop in, grab a tiny canvas, tinier easel, and paint, then channel your inner Bob Ross, no clean-up, no pressure, just delightfully small victories.

📚 Jane Austen Book Club and Anniversary Celebration @ Albany County Public Library | Tuesday (3/10) at 5:00 PM – Whether you’ve been swooning over Mr. Darcy since dial-up or want an excuse to talk books without homework, the library’s marking Jane Austen’s 250th with two discussions on Pride and Prejudice and Persuasion, a movie, and snacks. Free copies at the desk, while they last.

🎨 Coffee & Canvas @ Vee Bar Guest Ranch | Wednesday (3/11) at 9:30 AM – This easygoing coffee-and-canvas morning at the Vee Bar pairs ranch air with brushstrokes under local artist Jayme H Mansfield’s guidance. All levels welcome, supplies handled, caffeine provided, and zero judgment. Trade your inbox for landscapes, your stress for swishes, and call it quality time.

🎉 Ivinson Auxiliary 75 Year Celebration @ Ivinson Memorial Hospital | Wednesday (3/11) at 3:00 PM – Swing by Ivinson’s West Atrium as the Auxiliary turns 75, and raise a paper cup to the folks who make hospitals feel human. Expect refreshments, stories from volunteers who lived it, and the ways their fundraising, grit, and hearts keep patient care a notch better.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/5 Open Jams Night @ Gryphon Theatre – 7:00 PM
• 3/6 Disco in the Galaxy Family Dance @ First Christian Church – 6:00 PM
• 3/6 Welcome to Laramie Night Concert @ Hansen Arena – 6:00 PM
• 3/12 Read, Rant, Relate: Walden @ Berry Biodiversity Conservation Center – 7:00 PM
• 3/27 Battle of the Bands @ Gryphon Theatre – 7:00 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Laramie report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 52°F – Low: 24°F – Precip: 69%

Snow likely after 11am. Mostly sunny. High near 52, with temperatures falling to around 45 in the afternoon. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: Snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. Northwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 31°F – Low: 10°F – Precip: 91%

Snow. Cloudy, with a high near 31. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 4 to 8 inches possible. Later: A chance of snow before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 10. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

This house is wild

This 4-bed, 2.5-bath stucco gem in Laradise, Wyoming pairs low maintenance with high comfort. A granite-clad kitchen with walk-in pantry flows into a sunlit living area with a gas fireplace. Sliding doors open to a fully fenced yard dotted with aspens and expansive patios. Hardwood floors, fresh carpet upstairs, and a large 2-car garage complete the package.

Take a peek inside →