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Sunday, December 15th, 2024

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Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Sunrise Shopping Center's Winter Craft Fair saw a large turnout, featuring 80 vendors with handmade items and locally produced foods.  Casper Star-Tribune
  • The National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper will close for significant safety and energy efficiency upgrades until March 2025, with educational programs continuing off-site.  Oil City News
  • Old Town Family Fun in Casper will close on Jan. 5 but plans to reopen in a new, larger location to offer more indoor attractions and continue their educational support programs.  Casper Star-Tribune

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Natrona County's economy received a $32.4 million boost in 2024 from business development activities, with record lodging tax collections in several months.  Oil City News
  • Despite challenges and previous setbacks, Wyoming's coal industry remains hopeful for positive changes under potential future Trump administration policies.  Oil City News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Former educators Bill and Jan Chambers create a support fund at Casper College for homeless or foster care students.  Oil City News
  • A new outdoor preschool in Casper, Wyoming, emphasizes resilience and learning through nature, offering preschoolers year-round outdoor education regardless of winter conditions.  Cowboy State Daily

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The National Weather Service issued a high wind warning for Natrona County from Saturday night into Sunday, with wind gusts possibly reaching up to 70 mph.  Oil City News

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Bill Sniffin encourages buying local gifts from Wyoming for Christmas, highlighting the sale of Sleeping Giant Ski Area and offering suggestions for various Wyoming-made products and gifts.  Cowboy State Daily

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Holiday Ice Skating at David Street Station

    The Ice Rink at David Street Station offers holiday break skating sessions with affordable admission and skate rentals.

    Thu, 12/26/24

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  • Resolution Run in Casper, WY

    Participants can enjoy a scenic run at the Best Western Downtown Casper Hotel on December 28, 2024.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • Chris Knight Live with Chance Stanley

    Chris Knight performs live with special guest Chance Stanley at the Rialto Casper, featuring an all-ages show with a bar for 21+ attendees.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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