Good Day
Casper
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This Saturday from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., Backwards Distilling hosts a Random Act of Kindness Day to support Stephanie and Lulu with cocktail proceeds covering medical and travel costs; community members are invited to bring (a card, snacks, or donations) to help out. Jack FM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artist Travis Glasgow has launched his new fabric line (Wild and Woven) with prints that mix Wyoming landscapes and wildlife for home decor. The line is available now at Hoffman Fabrics online and at Prism Quilt and Sew in Casper. The Cowboy
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Drought and a tight cattle supply have pushed beef prices higher in Wyoming — auction reports show cattle selling 40% above last year and the Bureau of Labor Statistics notes a 16.4% yearly increase. Families may face higher grocery bills until supply improves. K2 Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming announced that funds raised at its Reverse Raffle and Auction on Saturday, Feb. 7 will finance a new greenhouse at its main campus to teach youth gardening and healthy eating with help from Five Trails Rotary and Grow Casper. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Lummis officially endorsed Representative Harriet Hageman to succeed her in the Senate race, calling her a dedicated workhorse for Wyoming. The endorsement reinforces Hageman’s campaign on protecting local energy and agriculture — a stance set to shape the 2026 race. The Cowboy
- ➤ Starting Feb. 1, travelers 18 and up without an acceptable ID will pay a $45 fee at Casper/Natrona County International Airport to use TSA ConfirmID—this fee covers a 10-day travel window but does not ensure clearance, so those with REAL ID or approved IDs are exempt. Oil City News
- ➤ The Casper Downtown Development Authority voted on Thursday to grant $2,000 to the Downtown Casper Business Association for holiday marketing downtown. The board noted missing details in the DCBA’s spending plan (including costly radio ads) and may allow another grant next year if clearer plans are submitted. Oil City News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Casper’s rabbit hunting legacy lives on as the 47th Annual 5-Shot Rabbit Hunt took place last weekend in Riverton — local women challenged teams amid warmer weather and rabbit disease that shifted focus from cottontails to elusive jackrabbits. The event echoes historic community hunts that once fed families across Casper. K2 Radio
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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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Yappy Hour Fundraiser
8 p.m. — Yesness Pond — Supporting the Casper Humane Society — Enjoy a fun evening benefiting furry friends and their caretakers.
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