Good morning, Casper.

Natrona County Law Enforcement has opened applications for the Shop with a Cop Program that pairs children 3-12 with officers for a shopping trip at Walmart in Casper on Dec.

12 and Dec. 13; families must apply by Nov. 13 to participate.

Natrona County Law Enforcement has opened applications for the annual Shop with a Cop Program, allowing families to join officers on holiday shopping trips at Walmart on Dec.

12 and 13. Eligible children (ages 3-12) must be confirmed by phone after applying by Nov. 13.

The Casper Downtown Development Authority invites downtown businesses and groups to join the One Downtown Holiday Campaign that will spotlight local shopping, dining, and entertainment during the season.

Organizations must submit their promotions before Oct. 15 (to enhance community engagement).

Bush-Wells Sporting Goods, a longtime Casper store key to Natrona County sports, will close at the end of this year.

Co-owners Pearley Wells III and Terry Nelson say changing business models and online shopping led to the decision, ending a 63-year legacy for local athletics.

Grant Street Grocery has closed and a liquidation sale now offers commercial mixers, catering equipment and kitchen supplies today and Thursday from noon to 5 at 815 S.

Grant Ave (Bill Brockley Jr. announced the family is relocating).

A proposed data center east of Casper could create 3,000 jobs and generate $80M in taxes, though officials say project details remain under review.

Seven candidates are on the ballot to fill three seats on the Casper College Board of Trustees for the upcoming election.

Candidate Eugenie Burkett (who supports change) outlined plans to enhance oversight and improve college operations.

Casper will soon replace two aging water transmission lines below the North Platte River as part of a river restoration effort in the Izaak Walton Reach.

The city approved a $1.2 million contract Tuesday with the regional water system to manage design, engineering, and construction.

Wyoming Department of Transportation announced Tuesday evening that both lanes of Poplar Street between 11th and West Collins closed due to subgrade failure that buckled new asphalt.

Crews expect repairs to finish by today’s morning rush and advise drivers to use Ash Street for north/south access — a safe detour.

Lawmakers on the Joint Labor, Health and Social Services Committee are drafting changes to Medicaid rules for nursing home residents to allow a $100 monthly personal needs allowance and raise the asset cap to $5,000, easing financial burdens and reducing administrative challenges.

The committee will review the draft in November.