Good morning, Casper.

On Monday, Feb. 2, tweens wrote mini book reviews at the Natrona County Library and residents attended a financial seminar in the Crawford Room, while Stage III Community Theater is staging ‘A Trip to Bountiful’ (tickets $12–$15) through Feb.

8.

Firefighters responded to a vehicle fire near Boles Road on Monday evening at around 5:45 p.m. – no injuries were reported as an investigator from the Natrona County Fire Investigation Task Force is looking into the incident.

New Mexico poets Veronica Golos and David Pérez will lead the WyoPoets 2026 Spring Workshop in Casper on April 24-25.

The event starts with a free reading at Natrona County Library on April 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. and continues with a workshop at Holiday Inn Casper-East on April 25.

Gas prices in Wyoming edged up by 2.7 cents to $2.51 a gallon this week according to GasBuddy data, though they remain lower than last year + Casper residents can enjoy winter recreation on snow-covered Platte River Trails as local photos capture the season's charm.

National and Natrona County gas prices dropped nearly 1 cent last week, with Natrona County’s average at $2.36 per gallon making it fourth cheapest; local stations like Sam’s Club (4600 E.

2nd St.) offer fuel at $2.25. Wyoming’s state average rose slightly to $2.55, with changes reported by GasBuddy.

The Wyoming Department of Transportation said Tribal license plates will be discontinued once roughly 200 remaining sets are sold; drivers should order them soon (existing plates remain valid through 2033).

Masterson Place, a 14-room facility offering low-cost lodging at $50 per night, has been gifted to Banner Health by the Natrona Collective Health Trust.

Situated behind the Banner Wyoming Medical Center, the facility will continue serving patients and families with its current staff (three employees) under new management.

Casper residents can enjoy winter recreation on the Platte River Trails today as snow-covered paths offer accessible, peaceful outdoor fun— updated maps and seasonal tips invite locals to explore a quieter side of the city.

High school skiers will race in the Cody Invitational this weekend, with Alpine events held in Red Lodge, Montana and Nordic races moved to Jackson; over 130 racers from Casper Kelly Walsh + Natrona County teams will start at 10 a.m. on both days with results posted later.

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.