Permits to cut Christmas trees on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests are now available at multiple locations in Wyoming.
Each permit costs $10 and allows for the cutting of one tree on national forest system lands. There is a limit of five permits per household. Trees must be for personal use, not for resale. The permit must be clearly displayed around the stem of the tree before leaving the cutting area.

When making this year’s holiday gift list, consider how you might also give back to your local community. The holiday season is the perfect time of year to do this, when volunteer and donation opportunities increase. Here are a few ideas to give back in your community:

A seasonal home makeover doesn’t need to cost a fortune or be difficult to execute. Quick, easy and innovative ideas, can give your home the holiday flair needed to celebrate the season.

Cooking is only part of Thanksgiving prep. For many hosts, carving the bird represents the most intimidating feast feat.
Don't chicken out! There are some quick tips you can follow to demystify the process, from the carving experts at Smith's Housewares, a manufacturer of innovative knife sharpeners and kitchen tools:

The Encampment Community Choir is kicking off the Christmas season with their annual Christmas concert at the Grand Encampment Opera House at 6:30 p.m., Dec. 2. The concert begins with the Sierra Madre Strings playing and the choir singing at 7 p.m.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars post 6125 will present the colors before the choir performs.
The concert is free and open to the public.