Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Urban Thistle Farm will host its Spring Market on March 14 in North Casper at 1014 Glenarm St from 9 am to 2 pm. Vendors and community members will have a chance to enjoy fresh produce and locally made products as the farm works to combat the local food gap. K2 Radio
- ➤ The American Petroleum Institute's annual Chili Cook-Off will be held on Saturday, Feb. 21 at the Ford Wyoming Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.—supporting 30 local nonprofits as longtime participant Brett Osborne from Smokin' Hot Butts BBQ heats up his famed brisket chili. Oil City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Maurices ended its run at Eastridge Mall on February 15 and is set to reopen in Blackmore Marketplace on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. near Five Below — marking a fresh start for the chain in Casper. The Cowboy
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jessica's Pond will be permanently closed later this month after officials confirmed invasive New Zealand mudsnails at the site, prompting the Wyoming Game and Fish Department to fill the pond to block further spread (anglers can fish at Yesness Pond as an alternative). Jack FM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wyoming Game and Fish Department announced the 11 winners of its 2026 Super Tag raffle, which supports conservation efforts including habitat management + fewer collisions between wildlife and vehicles. Ticket sales for the 2027 raffle opened Feb. 17. 104.7 KISS FM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Logan Wilson will host two summer football camps for grades 1-8: one in Laramie at UW War Memorial Stadium on June 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a second in Casper at Natrona County High School on June 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., benefiting local nonprofits. K2 Radio
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jeff Allen Live
7-10 p.m. — Rialto Casper — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of humor as Jeff Allen reflects on aging in his unique comedic style.
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Second Annual Veteran Services Symposium
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Casper College — Free entry — Engage in professional development and networking focused on supporting Wyoming veterans and their families.
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