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Hello Casper! Hope your coffee’s especially good this morning.

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Wildly named local eateries, gold hits record highs, and Pokemon & Sports Card Show + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

📰 In the news

Wildly named local eateries: From Jackson Hole’s Mangy Moose to Casper’s Little Shop of Burgers, Wyoming’s funniest restaurant names deliver big personality, including a Lingle bar whose name sparked a court battle — read the full lineup.

Key deadlines and requirements: Casper officials say licensed contractors can save up to 50% by renewing by March 31. A current Certificate of Insurance is required, or new licenses could cost significantly more — get all the renewal details.

Next round of park work: Casper approved a contract for phase three of Washington Park upgrades, including bandshell restoration, ADA improvements, drainage fixes, and permanent restrooms, funded by local sales tax and a conservation grant — read the full story.

Gold just hit record highs. What about your savings? While traditional IRAs have been treading water against inflation, gold has gained over 50% in three years. That gap is why more retirees are rolling a portion of their savings into gold IRAs (the kind that hold physical metal). We compared the top five options and broke down who they’re best for. Check it out here →

Paying hundreds of dollars a month for car insurance? Switching providers could save you up to $600 a year, and shopping around is way faster than it used to be – free comparison tools like this one make it easy.*

Highlights this week:

• Catch Chad Lore live in Casper
• Customize your practice with yoga styles
• Discuss The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home*

💎 Local business spotlight

Casper’s creative heartbeat: Rotating exhibits, a handmade gift shop full of Wyoming-made finds, and approachable classes make ART 321 – Casper Artists’ Guild the kind of spot you “just stop by” and somehow stay an hour. Go this week and let your right brain run the show.

Intimate sound, big vibes: When you need a midweek pick‑me‑up or a weekend headliner without the arena fuss, The Rialto Casper keeps the stage busy with touring acts, tributes, and local showcases. Grab a friend, claim a cozy seat, and let the room remind you why live shows still hit different.

Tea time, upgraded: The Mystic Sip hand-brews each cup with real attention to temperature and time, pours playful boba and non-alcoholic “euphoric elixirs,” and somehow makes a midweek pause feel intentional. Consider this your gentle nudge to swap one scroll session for a soothing pot.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

Makeup that actually works: My sister and I were talking the other day about how the makeup we used in our 20s… just doesn’t work now that we’re in our 30s and 40s. Laura Geller’s entire makeup line addresses this shift, with formulas that smooth, brighten, and actually stay put. If you’re in the same boat, *their curated kits are worth a look →

Own a piece of Apple for less than a coffee: Every time you buy something from Amazon or Starbucks, you’re putting money in their pocket. Fractional shares flip that: you can own a slice of those companies for as little as a dollar. Most investing apps make it incredibly easy, with zero commissions and no account minimums. See which ones we recommend →

Mom says she’s fine. You’re not so sure: “What if something happens when you’re home alone?” You’ve asked a hundred times, but the outcome’s always the same. I don’t need that. Life Alert’s for old people. The real struggle isn’t finding a medical alert system that’ll work… it’s finding one she won’t fight you on. We looked into five options designed to settle the standoff, from smartwatches to systems with nothing to wear at all. See which ones stood out →

Thinning hair? Your shampoo was never going to fix it: I’ve spent an embarrassing amount of money on hair-loss products, biotin, masks, sprays, you name it. Not one of them lasted. Turns out, most things target the strand, not the follicle (where thinning actually happens). Dermatologists have been prescribing treatments that work for years, but there are now plenty of options available with no office visits required. See our top picks for men and women →

Strangers can buy your personal data for $0.50: Data brokers sell your name, home address, phone number, estimated income, and other personal info to anyone willing to pay. Scammers and identity thieves use these databases to take advantage of you. There are dozens of affordable services that can help you protect yourself. These three are our favorites →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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🏆 John Wold Cup @ Casper Ice Arena | Friday (3/20) – The John Wold Cup turns Casper into peak hockey mode, a tournament packed with quick goals, sharp skates, and top-shelf chirping. Wear layers, bring your inside voice turned outside, and enjoy a cold you actually chose, not the kind the wind bullies on Center Street.

🛍 Entrepreneur Market @ Johnny J’s Diner | Friday (3/20) at 2:00 PM – Pop by the Entrepreneur Market, where our mini moguls are selling handiwork and practicing math. Buy something, get tossed into a raffle for $50 to Johnny J’s, which pairs nicely with good karma. Bring cash, say hi to Ms. Pat, support the next CEO.

🏒 Home vs Pueblo Bulls @ Casper Ice Arena | Sunday (3/22) at 1:30 PM – The Casper Warbirds host the Pueblo Bulls on home ice, so swap the sofa for slapshots and a night out. Expect loud cowbells, cold bleachers, and scrappy, small-town hockey energy. Bring your voice, a blanket, and your best ref advice, then enjoy quality rink time.

💡 S.T.E.A.M. Break Camp @ The Science Zone | Monday (3/23) at 9:00 AM – Spring Break sanity saver at The Science Zone: a STEAM sampler for ages 7–12 with hands-on science, tech, engineering, art, and even math, a theme each day. Sign up by day or week, with extended care, and let them make the mess, not your kitchen.

💡 S.T.E.A.M Break Camp @ The Science Zone | Friday (3/27) at 9:00 AM – School break boredom, solved. This STEAM sampler gives kids a new slice of science, technology, engineering, art, or math each day with hands-on experiments, real tinkering, and big curiosity. They learn and build, you drink coffee hot, and your kitchen stays glue-free.

🃏 Pokemon & Sports Card Show @ Central Wyoming Fair & Rodeo | Sunday (3/29) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats hunting for a shiny Charizard and a rookie card under one roof. Vendors from Wyoming and beyond pack the Hall of Champions with 30 tables, free parking, and enough nostalgia to justify calling your binder an investment, not clutter.

🤝 Mom’s Connect April 2, 2026 @ Paradise Valley Christian Church | Thursday (4/2) at 9:00 AM – This Mom’s Connect meetup is blissfully simple: you sit, relax, and let Kyree Chambers unpack Conscious Discipline while someone else wrangles the kiddos. Food is handled, plus a rare chance to finish a thought, a sentence, and maybe a cookie.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Casper report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 75°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 1%

Sunny, with a high near 75. West southwest wind 15 to 28 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 45. West southwest wind 9 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 78. West southwest wind 9 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 46. West southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

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