It has been a banner week for Cody pride, with the community celebrating a big varsity football win and a well-deserved honor for a familiar local face.

The Cody High School Broncs varsity football team turned heads across the region with a high-profile victory over the Evanston Red Devils, a contest that drew significant attention in Mountain West prep football circles. The win, recapped by both MaxPreps and the NFHS Network, underscores the Broncs’ strong standing in Wyoming high school football this season. Game highlights were broadcast live and on demand, giving fans near and far a chance to cheer on their hometown squad. The victory adds another impressive mark to Cody’s 2026–27 schedule and keeps the Broncs in the spotlight as the season rolls on.

Off the field, a former Cody mayor has been recognized with the Ben Franklin Award, according to the Cody Enterprise. The Ben Franklin Award is a prestigious honor, and its presentation to a former leader of Cody speaks to the lasting impact that individual made on the community during their time in office. While full details of the ceremony were not available in the published report, the recognition reflects the deep appreciation Cody residents have for those who dedicate themselves to public service and civic leadership.

Together, these two stories paint a picture of a community that celebrates its athletes and its public servants alike — a town that knows how to recognize hard work, dedication, and achievement whether on the gridiron or in the halls of local government. Cody fans have plenty of reasons to cheer this week, and the Broncs’ season still has plenty of exciting football ahead.

Sources: MaxPreps, Cody Enterprise