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Casper
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Dec. 6, a local ceremony honored Army Staff Sgt. Bryan Price as he received the key to his new wheelchair-accessible home, the first in Wyoming built by Homes For Our Troops + the house includes 40 special adaptations for full access. Oil City News
- ➤ The Ford Wyoming Center will host Breakfast With Santa this Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. with breakfast at 9:00 a.m. and Santa arriving at 9:30 a.m. — tickets cost $8.25 for ages 7+ while kids 6 and under are free. Jack FM
- ➤ Wreaths Across America will honor local veterans on Saturday, Dec. 13 with wreath-laying events at Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery, Highland Park Cemetery, Ft. Caspar Museum, and Memorial Garden Cemetery, and the wreaths will arrive Thursday at Hat Six Travel Center to start the Law Enforcement-led procession. K2 Radio
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters — a longtime downtown landmark known for its unique boots and western wear — was named the best clothing store in Wyoming by the New York Times. The family-run store continues to thrive by offering a traditional shopping experience to local and national customers. Oil City News
- ➤ GiGi’s on 2nd (in the historic Victorian Lace Building) offers a curated mix of vintage clothing—including fur coats and wedding dresses—to Casper shoppers. The store is open Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 805 East Second Street. Oil City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A recent analysis finds that Wyoming families with employer-sponsored health insurance pay about $22,200 for family plans (with deductibles exceeding $4,000), adding pressure as wages lag behind costs. The report shows rising premiums strain households amid limited local healthcare options. 104.7 KISS FM
- ➤ A 2024 analysis showed Wyoming families paid over $22,000 for health plans with deductibles above $4,000 even as employee contributions stayed steady. Families experienced budget strain as more workers opted for high-deductible plans. Jack FM
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Frank and Michael Maestri have sued neighbor Calvin Ten Braak, alleging he violated a 10-mile easement by hunting on public lands to access his cabin in the Powder River Basin. The trial is set for December 2026 in Campbell County (affecting disabled veterans outings). Oil City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Wyoming wide receiver Ryan Yarborough was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame at the NFF Annual Awards Dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino. He became the third Cowboy honored and spoke at a press conference from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The Cowboy
- ➤ Casper College’s women’s volleyball coach Angel Sharman was named Coach of the Year for the All-Region IX North Sub-Region for the 2025-2026 season. The T-Birds recently won two regional titles + earned a spot in the NJCAA National Volleyball Tournament under her leadership. Jack FM
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