Good morning, Casper.

Riverfront Mini Golf and Meals on Wheels team up to host Valentine card workshops where families can create cards for over 500 homebound seniors; the event runs today at 10 am + until Feb.

11 at the mini golf course.

A new list of Wyoming’s best book stores spotlights independent shops where locals can explore a wide range of books.

Casper’s Wind City Books (offering over 10,000 titles) leads the list with a commitment to personalized service and local literature.

McDonald’s released its Economic Impact Report showing its nearly 30 restaurants supported over 1,500 Wyoming jobs, purchased $52K in local ingredients and offered modest tuition aid to some workers.

The report, produced with Oxford Economics, highlights a smaller economic footprint & calls for a closer look at local benefits.

On Tuesday, Feb. 3, local DJ Nyke entertained Head Start preschoolers by hosting an impromptu dance party at their Casper facility + the program now seeks community guest presenters.

K-12 students are invited to participate in the Student Conservation Stamp Art Competition hosted by Wyoming Game and Fish Department - entries must depict the Arctic Grayling in a Wyoming habitat and be submitted by April 9 at 5 p.m.

Residents and visitors can buy the Wyoming State Parks Annual Day Pass now for hassle-free park entry that supports park upkeep.

The pass costs $42 (residents) or $89 (non-residents) until Feb. 15 when prices will rise.

Residents and visitors can purchase the Wyoming State Parks Annual Day Pass now for $42 or $89, saving money if bought before Feb.

15 — fees support park maintenance and improvements while buyers enter a drawing for a YETI cooler.

The City of Casper announced that a contractor accidentally drilled into a water main near Little Moon Trail, which caused road damage and left 130 houses without water while several homes flooded.

Crews worked quickly — freeing a stuck Vactor truck and planning to repair the main by midnight.

Casper Area MPO announced it is accepting public comments on its updated Safe Routes to School plan that reviews 17 schools and suggests roadway safety improvements.

Community members can review the details online or at Casper City Hall and submit feedback by mail or email by March 6.

Many residents are exploring GLP‑1 drugs for weight management as new insurance programs expand access, and local health experts advise discussing risks & benefits with a trusted provider.

This growing trend is fostering careful conversations about healthy living in Casper.

The Casper-Natrona County Health Department opened its new building today to provide updated health services for local residents and improved care.

The modern facility supports the community with enhanced resources.

KWHS senior Everett Roberson signed a letter of intent on Tuesday, Feb.

3 to compete in Nordic skiing at Michigan Tech in the Upper Peninsula. He will pursue mechanical and aerospace engineering degrees while working to lead the team into the top five NCAA programs.

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.

Dirty Side Down Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Gaslight Social — Check local listings for cost — Enjoy live music from Dirty Side Down at a popular venue in Casper.

City of Casper Youth Basketball Tournament

8 a.m. — WYO Sports Ranch — Registration required — Experience Wyoming’s premier youth basketball tournament with teams from multiple states and guaranteed games.