Newcomer's social to feature grilled cheese contest

The Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce is holding the 16th annual Newcomer’s Social on September 26th at Sidney High School.

The Newcomer’s Social originated to help people new to town—due to Cabela’s, the hospital or otherwise—meet people and get acclimated.

“We know that it’s a big adjustment to move to a new community,” Cheryl Jones said.

The social is for those who are new to town within the last two years. Last year, around 40-50 newcomers showed up at the event. The Chamber of Commerce has sent out 300 postcards. They give the postcards to newcomers when they appear to pay for utilities...