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In today's newsletter:

  • Is that old Bridle Trail car really from a 1937 tragedy?
  • Natrona County releases this week's full arrest log for residents
  • How Casper police unraveled a terrifying hoax at the hospital

Also on today's calendar: Wyo-Legacy Prod. Presents The Nightmare Before A Dead Xmas and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Very warm, with a high of 85 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Monday: Very warm, temps: high: 87, low: 52. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. The Story Behind The 90-Year-Old Mangled Wreck On Casper Mountain Is Murky (cowboystatedaily.com) — If you've ever hiked Casper Mountain's Bridle Trail, you've probably seen the mysterious mangled car rusting below the path—locals have wondered about it for generations. This story unpacks the 1937 fatal crash long linked to the wreck, explores new clues suggesting it may be a different vehicle, and explains why Natrona County plans to leave the car in place as a quirky piece of local history.
   

2. Natrona County weekly arrest report (9/25/26–10/2/26) (oilcity.news) — Law enforcement agencies in Natrona County, based in Casper, have released their weekly arrest logs for Sept. 25 through Oct. 2, covering a wide range of alleged offenses from DUI and drug possession to domestic battery and public intoxication. Officials stress the list isn't comprehensive and that everyone named is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
   

3. Local law enforcement respond to 'swatting incident' at Banner Wyoming Medical Center (oilcity.news) — Casper police quickly responded Saturday morning to a hoax report of an armed person inside Banner Wyoming Medical Center, prompting immediate precautions by hospital staff. Within about 30 minutes officers determined there was no credible threat, cleared the scene, and emphasized that community safety is taken seriously while they continue investigating the suspected swatting call.
   

4. Broccoli product sold nationwide recalled, FDA reports (abc27.com) — A Casper-based company, EAK Distribution, has recalled its Home Grown Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds (8oz, Heirloom) over possible Salmonella contamination. Sold nationwide on Amazon from August 20 to September 18, 2026, the seeds should be thrown away, and customers can request a full refund through Amazon; no related illnesses have been reported so far.
   

5. GIRLS SWIMMING: Central wins two duals in Laramie (wyomingnews.com) — High school swimmers from across Wyoming, including Kelly Walsh and Natrona County, faced off in the Casper Quadrangular on Friday, with Cheyenne East placing third and several athletes posting strong times. Earlier in Laramie, Cheyenne Central dominated a triangular meet against Laramie and Green River, racking up multiple relay and individual wins.
   

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  • Good Morning to all!
    Have a wonderful day! May your day be full of blessings and joy! (Nextdoor Tranquility Way)
  • Natrona County Schools posted a job opening for Substitute Custodian in Casper. Apply here.
  • Spencer's posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager - Spencer's in Casper. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Casper here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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