K2 Radio News: Flash Briefing For December 13th, 2017 – Evening

CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — Wyoming Department of Health Director Tom Forslund asked lawmakers for help in addressing the $32 million budget deficit that's only expected to grow.

LARAMIE, Wyo. (AP) — University of Wyoming officials are embracing efforts to help diversify the state's economy by encouraging entrepreneurship, leading research with economic implications and boosting the number of Wyoming residents with college degrees.

RIVERTON, Wyo. (AP) — SkyWest Airlines has submitted a proposal looking to compete against Denver Air Connection for the Riverton Regional Airport's air service contract in the 2018 fiscal year.