Good Day
Casper
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Casper’s YMCA has closed its lap, family, and hot tub pools after broken glass was found from a dropped device. Crews will drain, vacuum, and inspect the area until at least Friday — a move to ensure safety for members. The Cowboy
- ➤ The YMCA pools and hot tubs are closed until at least Friday after broken glass was found, and staff are draining and vacuuming the area to ensure safety. A dropped phone or tablet reportedly sparked the incident, so members are urged to use caution. K2 Radio
- ➤ Bowl for Jason’s Friends will be held in Casper on Saturday, Feb. 28 at El Mark-O Lanes to raise funds that help Wyoming families with medical travel and living expenses; additional events will be held on March 7 at Camelanes Bowling Center in Gillette and Derby Lanes in Cheyenne. Oil City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spellbound Arcade opened in Eastridge Mall on March 1, offering retro games, VR experiences and trading card spaces. It will host a free Pokémon league on Saturday, Jan. 31 at 1:00 p.m. next to Spellbound Apothecary across from Hot Topic. Jack FM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices across Wyoming have dropped with the average now at $2.42 per gallon, and on Monday the lowest price recorded was $1.94. Prices are 17.6 cents lower than last month & 43.6 cents down from this time last year, offering drivers local relief. 104.7 KISS FM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Casper Police launched the 2026 Area Initiative Project to boost neighborhood safety by assigning a lieutenant or sergeants to each of six areas. Public meetings will be held later this month at the Ford Wyoming Center (6 to 7 p.m.) so residents can share their concerns. The Cowboy
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects eateries and food vendors unannounced - during Jan. 2-8 its team visited several local establishments to address safety issues by offering guidance so that any violations are corrected quickly or within 10 days. Oil City News
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Bubbles, Baubles and Beans Annual Benefit
5 p.m. — INDUSTRIAL BUILDING — Benefiting Natrona County Meals on Wheels — Enjoy family-friendly activities and culinary delights for a great cause.
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Mule Deer Foundation Banquet
5-10 p.m. — The Hangar Bar & Grill — Early Bird Special available — Celebrate mule deer conservation with raffles, silent and live auctions, and more.
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Emo Night Karaoke
6-10 p.m. — Oil City Beer Company — $10 presale, $15 day of show — Sing your favorite emo and pop punk classics with a live band backing you up.
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Kinser Jazz Festival
8 AM – 4 AM — Casper College — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating jazz festival featuring top adjudicators and Grammy-winning artists.
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