Good Day
Casper
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new study shows that without federal+state policy changes, Wyoming’s coal production will continue to decline amid rising competition from renewable energy+natural gas. The report suggests that alternative coal uses and leasing reforms could help slow losses in jobs+revenue. K2 Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Career Exploration and Advancement Event is set to help job seekers meet local employers today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Union/UW Building at Casper College — offering on-site resume help, free headshots, and refreshments. Oil City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts say a warmer spring may trigger an early tick season and increase fly, cockroach, and wasp activity around Casper this summer; homeowners are advised to seal cracks and remove standing water to cut pest risks. The Cowboy
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Casper City Council agreed Tuesday to seek a $100,000 grant through the Wyoming State Forestry Division’s Urban and Community Forestry Program to boost the city’s tree canopy by replacing 25 to 40 high-risk trees in disadvantaged areas. The move aims to recover funding lost from a previous grant. Oil City News
- ➤ The Casper City Council is planning to apply for a Climate Smart Communities Initiative grant to develop a wildfire resilience and response readiness plan on Casper Mountain by partnering with Lark Environmental Inc. The final application is due March 12 and will address water supply constraints on city-owned lands. Oil City News
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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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