Good Day
Casper
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families can enjoy free ice cream cones at Dairy Queen today to welcome spring, with extra toppings costing $1 to support the Children's Miracle Network. A sweepstakes through the DQ app (or website) offers a chance to win free cones for a year. The Cowboy
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Tuesday's city council meeting, business owners and residents said the new soda shop Styrrups caused heavy traffic along 2nd Street and Kenwood that made it hard for shoppers and drivers. City officials said they will check zoning rules — aiming to ease the congestion. Oil City News
- ➤ Natrona County Fire District said firefighters were dispatched today to a wildland fire near Desert Garden Circle on Cole Creek Road that burned about 1 acre and damaged a camper. Crews contained the fire quickly thanks to clear access roads (and earlier fuel mitigation work) that helped prevent further spread. Oil City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new study shows Wyoming leads in healthcare deserts with nearly 32% of residents, about 186,000 people, lacking local care and often traveling over 26 miles to reach facilities. Health experts call for expanded telehealth services + increased staffing to ease the burden. K2 Radio
- ➤ A recent study by Nursa finds that nearly 32% of Wyoming residents (around 186,000 people) live in healthcare deserts, with many traveling over 26 miles for care while the state maintains the highest nurse ratio despite low numbers of doctors. Jack FM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Casper product Logan Wilson announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday after six seasons in the league + he plans to buy a house in northern Colorado and spend more time with his family while helping the football program in Laramie. K2 Radio
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Comedy Night Featuring Todd Royce
7 p.m. — Gruner Brothers Brewing — Ticket prices may apply — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nationally Touring Comic Todd Royce.
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Widder’s Ball 2026
5-10 p.m. — Ramkota Hotel — $50 Stag / $95 Couple — Experience a night of dinner, drinks, and tall tales at the Widder’s Ball in Casper.
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