Good morning, Casper.

Since Dec. 1, the Food Bank of Wyoming has been doubling donations—matched dollar-for-dollar up to $125,000—to help ease food insecurity as local needs remain pressing; donations will be accepted until Dec.

31.

On Monday, Dec. 8, Natrona County nonprofits will begin applying for United Way grants to support basic needs, health & wellness, or youth development.

The application window remains open until Dec. 19 and may close early if demand is high.

From December 1 until December 31, the John P.

Ellbogen Foundation will double every dollar given to the Food Bank of Wyoming to fight food insecurity — and Headbangers Against Hunger will host an event at Oil City Beer Company on December 20 at 6 p.m.

The Casper Historic Preservation Commission unveiled its third annual Christmas ornament today that honors the Rialto Theater — a historic landmark now a comedy venue.

Only 500 individually numbered keepsakes are available for $20 at the Fort Caspar Museum, with proceeds supporting preservation efforts.

The CHPC released its third annual Christmas ornament today that honors the historic Rialto Theater, a beloved landmark in downtown Casper.

Only 500 numbered ornaments cost $20 at the Fort Caspar Museum & proceeds support preserving the city’s history.

Casper's Sewer Division has partnered with The Science Zone to offer free field trips for every fifth-grade student to learn about stormwater pollution.

The Ocean Bound exhibit (an interactive display) and Every Drop Counts workshop will teach water stewardship until January 2026.

Wyoming ski areas opened earlier this week after a mild November as Thursday saw three lifts run at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and Friday brought Grand Targhee’s opening - smaller resorts like Antelope Butte and Hogadon Basin plan to begin skiing later when snow increases.

The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (Dec.

4–13) is ongoing in Las Vegas, where Wyoming cowboys and cowgirls, including Casper College alumni, compete in events such as saddle bronc riding, barrel racing and steer wrestling.

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.