Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
Good morning, Casper.
Maurices closed its longtime Eastridge Mall location on Feb.
15 and will reopen at Blackmore Marketplace on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., following new retail changes that include the nearby Five Below.
Casper hosted a memorable performance on Feb.
19 as Ian Munsick returned for his Eagle Flies Free tour, captivating the audience with nostalgic Western vibes and sharing the stage with Jake Worthington plus Tyler Nance.
Ian Munsick performed in Casper on Feb.
19 as part of his Eagle Flies Free tour, sharing the stage with Jake Worthington and Tyler Nance. His blend of nostalgic Western country and modern sounds brought a taste of Wyoming ranch life to local fans.
Summit Elementary student William Sherman won the 2025 World Needs Art Flag Competition with his pop art bison design featuring one bison in sunglasses and another painting a picture (art teacher Amy McCormick praised his skill) after the win was announced by the Natrona County School District Board.
Railroad ties reclaimed from salvage yards work well for landscaping projects in Casper.
They serve as durable barriers for raised garden beds, retaining walls and erosion control, but gardeners should handle creosote-treated wood carefully & follow proper safety steps.
Following Wednesday’s and Thursday’s snowfall, Casper crews worked to clear roads but frigid temperatures have reduced the chemicals’ effect, leaving many main streets icy — officials advise motorists to slow down and leave extra space.
Crews will reapply de-icing products Friday when temperatures are expected to be 12 degrees higher.
Wyoming native Anna Gibson (Jackson) will compete in the inaugural Olympic ski mountaineering mixed relay on Saturday, Feb.
21 at the Winter Olympics. She took up the sport only months ago and now makes her debut in this intense, fast-paced event.
Casper will host its Spring Spike Fest Volleyball Tournament on April 18-19 for girls' youth teams (10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U), with teams registering for $225 and a skills workshop offered on Saturdays through May 16.
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.
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.
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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