Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
Good morning, Casper.
Casper’s Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec.
6 at 6:00 p.m. with the theme Unmask the Magic: A Superhero Christmas, featuring three announcer/music stations near Frontier Brewing, The Rialto and the Natrona County Library + residents are advised to plan travel and parking following Casper Police safety guidelines.
Downtown at David Street Station, Casper transforms into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, a large community tree, ice skating, and hot chocolate.
The public rink is open Friday from 5 to 8 p.m., Saturday from 1 to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m. outside Christmas break (private events may apply).
Wyoming workers who stayed with their employers saw wages rise 6.4% from November 2024 to November 2025 with median earnings reaching $66,000, though rising prices for essentials may reduce real gains — experts caution that longer-term economic factors could impact lasting benefits.
Wyoming workers who stayed with their employers saw wages rise 6.4% from November 2024 to November 2025, reaching a median salary of $66,000—the largest increase in the nation.
Rising living costs may lessen the gains.
Snow exited Casper early this morning but left colder temperatures, breezy winds, and slick roads on I-25 and I-80.
The Wyoming DOT reduced I-25's speed limit to 50 mph and closed a ramp near Exit 267 at Wagonhound Rest Area.
Casper residents are advised to replace their smoke detectors every 10 years and CO detectors every 7 years as winter sets in.
The Community Risk Reduction Division assists with installations and battery changes (supporting elderly and low-income households).
David Street Station in Casper becomes a winter wonderland with an ice skating rink, a community Christmas tree, and hot chocolate available; the rink opens Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with special holiday schedules during Christmas break to offer festive family fun.
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.
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