Annual 'Taste of Sidney' fundraiser on tap for this week

The Cheyenne County Women’s Chamber will host its 15th annual “Holiday Taste Of Sidney” and First Cupcake Showdown.

The proceeds go to a scholarship fund that will be used to help children play sports at the Cheyenne County Community Center. The event will take place Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the center.

“There’s 25 to 30 businesses that will participate in the event,” said event coordinator Jenny Payton. “It’s a mix of restaurants, churches and home based businesses.”

The event will have a silent auction, food samples and a variety of cupcakes on hand. The silent auction will give attendees t...