Brandi Krugler to represent Wyoming at Mrs. America pageant

Brandi Krugler, the newly crowned Mrs. Wyoming America and a retired police officer, is preparing to represent her state at the national Mrs. America pageant in Las Vegas. Krugler, who works as a therapist for first responders in Natrona County, intends to use her platform, titled ‘Beyond Survival’, to advocate for mental health and healing within the first responder community.

Krugler is the founder of the nonprofit SHIFT (Supporting Heroes, Individuals, Families, and Teams), which assists first responders and their families in navigating trauma. To fund her participation in the national competition, a fundraising concert and silent auction will be held at the Rialto in Casper on Thursday, August 20, featuring music by the Black Powder Blues Band and Justin Baxter.