About Laramie

• Jim Beaver, a character actor known for "Supernatural," was born in Laramie.
• The Wyoming Cowboy license plate, featuring a bucking horse, originated in Laramie.
• The Union Pacific Railroad established Laramie in 1868, fueling its initial growth.
• Ames Monument, a pyramid honoring the Ames brothers, is a quirky landmark near Laramie.
• The Sheep Wars of the early 1900s caused tension between cattle and sheep ranchers.
• Named for Jacques La Ramie, a fur trapper, Laramie was incorporated in 1874.
• With around 31,000 residents, Laramie is Wyoming's third-largest city.
• At 7,165 feet, Laramie boasts an elevation higher than Denver, Colorado.
• The University of Wyoming and its related activities drive Laramie's economy.
• Laramie feels rugged and independent, with a strong sense of community.
• Denver Broncos games are a major draw, located about two hours away.
• Wyoming Cowboys football's War Memorial Stadium provides a home field advantage.

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