Good Day
Casper
Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Casper’s Bowl for Jason’s Friends fundraiser will take place Saturday at El Mark-O Lanes, bringing together teams from across the region to help raise funds for Wyoming families with sick children. Early estimates show more than $400K raised over 28 years. Oil City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three Casper professionals received awards at the Wyoming Chamber of Commerce's first Forty Under 40 event last month (honored for their leadership and community impact) during a presentation in Cheyenne. Oil City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historic black+white photos at the Wyoming State Archives show how local churches evolved from simple canvas tents to celebrated landmarks, linking our community with a resilient past. Casper residents can explore these images that highlight our state's rich craftsmanship. K2 Radio
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming’s 2025-26 winter ended as the warmest on record, surpassing Dust Bowl benchmarks. Climate stations, including Casper, noted average highs above 50°F on many days (based on 135 years of data) and officials say the season deviated greatly from the norm. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, lawmakers advanced a proposal to create a state-managed Energy Dominance Fund that could use up to $105 million from severance taxes to support energy development. Lawmakers debated the proposal's merits & drawbacks during the House floor debate. Oil City News
- ➤ Natrona County commissioners approved Midstream Energy Partners’ move to install 180,000 gallons of fuel storage at a Casper terminal on Tuesday, March 3, and to subdivide a lot east of town into two 5-acre parcels. Officials said the project meets safety and zoning guidelines (including access to three fire hydrants). Oil City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wrestlers from across Wyoming competed at the Ford Wyoming Center from Feb. 26-28 — with eight mats hosting matches that culminated in Saturday’s championship finals. The event showcased top local talent and community spirit. The Cowboy
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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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