Good morning, Casper.

At Metro Animal Shelter in Casper, Monkey the Chihuahua and Tiki the Siamese cat await forever homes, helping ease overcrowding; potential adopters can apply online or visit the shelter to meet a variety of adoptable pets (all prepped for adoption).

Wyoming Girl Scouts will launch the new Exploremores cookie flavor on January 30 through online and local booths.

Proceeds will fund troop travel, summer camp, and service projects + community programs.

Monkey the Chihuahua and Tiki the Siamese cat are waiting for their forever homes at Metro Animal Shelter in Casper.

Staff guide adopters through a careful process & ensure each pet is vaccinated, microchipped, and spayed or neutered for a smooth adoption.

Casper’s David Street Station is hosting Glow Skate Single Mingle, a free event for adults 18+ to skate and use neon cues to signal their relationship status with a live DJ.

The event takes place on Friday, Feb. 13 (5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.) at 200 S. David.

The 4th Annual Yappy Hour fundraiser for Casper Humane Society will be held on Sunday, Feb.

15 at Backwards Distilling Company. Guests will pay a $15 donation for a welcome drink, enjoy live music by Diane Frame, and have a chance to win giveaways while supporting the local no-kill shelter.

The Casper City Council approved a $58,000 safety upgrade at the Casper Ice Arena yesterday by awarding a contract with All American Ice LLC to install acrylic shielding (replacing 54 pieces of tempered glass) to reduce impact risks.

The work must be completed by May 1.

Doctors report that measles has resurfaced in Wyoming with 15 confirmed cases across counties as of Dec.

22 and warn that low vaccination rates may trigger more outbreaks; international health officials will meet in April to assess the nation’s measles-free status.

Bubbles, Baubles and Beans Annual Benefit

5 p.m. — INDUSTRIAL BUILDING — Benefiting Natrona County Meals on Wheels — Enjoy family-friendly activities and culinary delights for a great cause.

Mule Deer Foundation Banquet

5-10 p.m. — The Hangar Bar & Grill — Early Bird Special available — Celebrate mule deer conservation with raffles, silent and live auctions, and more.

Emo Night Karaoke

6-10 p.m. — Oil City Beer Company — $10 presale, $15 day of show — Sing your favorite emo and pop punk classics with a live band backing you up.

Kinser Jazz Festival

8 AM – 4 AM — Casper College — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating jazz festival featuring top adjudicators and Grammy-winning artists.

Yappy Hour Fundraiser

8 p.m. — Yesness Pond — Supporting the Casper Humane Society — Enjoy a fun evening benefiting furry friends and their caretakers.