Good morning, Casper.

Wyoming children can drop off their letters to Santa at UniWyo Credit Union branches including Casper—special North Pole mailboxes are at each location.

Parents must add a return address so a personalized reply will be sent before the December 12 deadline—ensuring a magical holiday experience for kids.

After city budget cuts canceled the official Tree Lighting Festival, E’lanae Medford rallied volunteers—using her PA system and supplies—to set up a citizen-led Festival of Lights at Healing Park on Friday night, where hot chocolate and cookies revived holiday spirit in Casper.

Children in Wyoming can drop their letters to Santa in special North Pole mailboxes at UniWyo Credit Union branches, including Casper + Cheyenne, Laramie, Douglas, Cody and Glenrock.

Each letter must include a return address to get a personalized reply by December 12.

Former Vice President Dick Cheney, known for his deep Wyoming roots and long service in government, was honored at a funeral held at the Washington Cathedral on November 20.

More than 1,000 people, including family and political leaders, remembered him as a loyal public servant—he always put Wyoming first.

The Central Wyoming Fairgrounds closed its arena, stalls, and livestock pens for cleaning until next Monday—measures meant to protect horses from equine herpesvirus and strangles as officials monitor regional reports.

No local outbreak has been confirmed and the facilities will reopen after the sanitization is complete.

Wild Horse Basin Ranch, a 92,000-acre cattle ranch with 50 ponds and five creeks located 30 minutes from Casper, is listed for $45 million and has potential for oil and gas development—seismic testing has begun and the property already supports a working cattle operation and hunting.

Wyoming seniors Jack Walsh and Caden Barnett—close teammates with a strong bond—decided to stay with the Cowboys despite transfer offers and are set to play today at War Memorial Stadium against Nevada, determined to finish their college careers with pride.

Their choice reflects a deep loyalty to the team and a commitment to building a lasting legacy.

Casper Windy City Striders will host their annual Turkey Trot on November 28 at Tate Pumphouse starting at 9 a.m.—online registration costs $5 until November 27 and cash is accepted on race day, while participants bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation to support the local food bank.

Registration is open for ice skating lessons at Casper Ice Arena — spots are filling fast for kids in programs from the Snowplow Sam Program for ages 4-6 to multiple Basic levels starting in December at a cost of $75 per session.

5v5 WY Futsal Cup

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — WYO Sports Ranch — Registration required — Compete in a thrilling futsal tournament with teams from across Wyoming.