Sunday, April 26, 2026

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.*

Highway project enters homestretch: Final phase of Casper’s I-25 rebuild begins April 24, reducing traffic to one lane in each direction between Walsh Drive and Center Street while crews replace the McKinley Street bridges -- get all the details.

Checkout charges under scrutiny: Sierra and HomeGoods have paused the Blackmore Fee at Casper stores after overcharge reports, and state officials reviewed receipts listing private fee as tax. The pause could last six weeks -- get all the details.

Two-phase effort now complete: A new pedestrian bridge in west Casper opened this month, linking Indian Paintbrush and Robertson Road to the trail system. It improves walkability and recreation access on both sides -- see how it was funded.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Your midweek slurp fix: When the week gets long, Phở Saigon comes through with slow-simmered pho that tastes like a reset button. Add crisp spring rolls or a bánh mì if you're not feeling soupy, then settle into that cozy, no-fuss vibe Casper folks count on when they just want dinner handled.

Circus-worthy cocktail escape: When your week needs a plot twist, Backwards Distilling Company brings small-batch gin, rum, vodka, whiskey and cheeky moonshine to a whimsical tasting room that rewards curiosity. Order something you’ve never tried, linger with friends, then smugly call it “supporting local research.”

Oak-fired steak fix: Whether you want a no-fuss date night or a proper family splurge, FireRock Steakhouse does USDA Angus over an oak-fired grill, hand-cut and aged at least 28 days, with a legit wine lineup to match. Treat yourself this week, Casper, you’ve earned it.

That patch of scalp that wasn't there a year ago: It's more common than most folks talk about. Especially in your 50s... hormones, stress, and nutrition all start pulling at hair density at once. Nutrafol is a drug-free daily supplement designed to work on those causes together — and in clinical studies, 93% of women said their hair looked healthier after six months. *Take a look →

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

Two sprays before bed, no more snoring? It really is that simple. No mouthpiece to wrestle with, no CPAP mask, no nose strips that peel off at 2am. This doctor-developed throat spray has been keeping sleepers quiet for 30 years, and first-time orders are 40% off right now. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

🧘 Bingocize Fall Prevention Exercise Program @ Banner NERD Wellness Center | Monday (4/27) at 9:00 AM – Bingo, but make it balance. This free 10-week class at the NERD Wellness Center turns your lucky card into fall prevention, with light exercises, new friends, and zero pressure. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays, spots are limited, so snag your seat before the regulars do.

👦 Kids Day! @ Pizza Ranch & FunZone Arcade | Tuesday (4/28) at 11:00 AM – Take the night off from cooking and bring the kids or grandkids for Kids Day, where kids 12 and under eat free, one per paying adult. Think mac and cheese, chicken tenders, pepperoni pizza, and ice cream, which is code for 20 minutes of peace.

🎒 Bag Packing! @ Wyoming Food For Thought Project | Wednesday (4/29) at 4:00 PM – Wednesday plans that actually do some good? Join the crew to pack Weekend Food Bags, helping 875 local kids right here in town eat well when school kitchens are closed. It’s easy, social, and you’ll leave feeling useful, connected, and a little dusted in granola.

📚 Book and Curriculum Sale @ Boyd Avenue Baptist Church | Thursday (4/30) at 8:00 AM – If your shelves are sagging under algebra you swore you’d revisit, bring it to the book and curriculum sale at Boyd IMPAC, behind Verizon Wireless. Sorted by grade, priced by you, free table, rubber-banded sets, and add your name and number so you get paid.

🌕 Full Moon Sound Bath @ Wyoming Yoga & Wellness | Thursday (4/30) at 6:30 PM – If your brain has been sprinting lately, call a timeout and sink into a full moon sound bath, bowls, tones, and zero small talk. Bring a mat or blanket, let the vibrations do the heavy lifting, and float out lighter. Space is limited, reserve early.

🖍 The Wonderful World of Colored Pencils @ The Nicolaysen Art Museum | Friday (5/1) at 10:00 AM – Remember when colored pencils were just for the kids’ homework? This two-day workshop with longtime Wyoming artist Lynn Jones makes them downright sophisticated, no drawing skills required, 12 and up, with handouts, a supply list, and sensible pricing, $175 for members, $200 for not-yet-members.

🧹 Track Clean-Up Day! @ Mike Sedar Bmx Track | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to break in yardwork muscles, this is it. We’re giving the track TLC, pit crew style, and your rake, shovel, and gloves make you VIP. Bring kids, call it cardio with purpose, stay an hour or all day.

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