Good morning, Casper.

The Olivia Caldwell Foundation is hosting its ninth annual Butterfly Ball on Saturday, Jan.

31 at 7 p.m. at the Ford Wyoming Center. Guests will dress up, dance, and enjoy a wine pull and prom photo session (with Alicia Crispell Photography) while supporting pediatric cancer research and programs.

The 28th Annual Bowl for Jason’s Friends will be held Saturday, Feb.

28 at El Mark-O Lanes in Casper to raise funds for over 180 Wyoming families facing childhood cancer (additional events are planned for March 7 in Gillette and Cheyenne).

Casper community mourns veteran Randy Butler, who died Jan.

26 after spending over two months in hospital from injuries sustained in a head-on collision on CY Avenue in November that also claimed his daughter (Mandy).

The Nicolaysen Art Museum will host NIC Fest from June 4 to 7 with a 20th anniversary block party and art walk on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. in downtown Casper — the festival will feature art booths, live music, and family-friendly activities.

Today, the new Black Powder Blues Band (in their first show of 2026) will perform at Oil City Beer Company at 7 p.m., playing blues tunes from Jimi Hendrix and ZZ Top for a family-friendly night out.

Casper trash service will run its regular weekly pickup this February but only for trash that fits inside sealed city bins, so residents must hold oversized items until extra collection resumes in March - city staff say the pause allows for team training and equipment maintenance.

Casper residents can explore winter recreation on the Platte River Trails, where snow-covered paths let locals enjoy peaceful outdoor exercise without needing lift tickets or long drives.

The scenic trails offer a quiet winter charm in the heart of the city.

Casper's Platte River Trails are transformed by winter as fresh snow covers the paths and the river freezes into shimmering patterns.

Locals can enjoy snowshoeing, fat biking, and birdwatching near the Murie Audubon Society (Morad Park) while spotting deer and chickadees.

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.

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.

Kinser Jazz Festival

8 AM – 4 AM — Casper College — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating jazz festival featuring top adjudicators and Grammy-winning artists.

Yappy Hour Fundraiser

8 p.m. — Yesness Pond — Supporting the Casper Humane Society — Enjoy a fun evening benefiting furry friends and their caretakers.

Valuation Concepts Seminar

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Ramkota Hotel — $250 or $225 for AI members — Explore the varied meanings of valuation terms with real-world examples and case studies.