Good Day
Casper
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brad Hopkins resigned as executive director after 13 years at the Wyoming Rescue Mission and Risa Petrie was named interim director to maintain vital services for those in need (Board Chair Sandy Miller confirmed media interviews were held Wednesday at the Mission's Park Street Center in Casper). Jack FM
- ➤ Care For Wyoming has launched its Live Pantry tool on its website, offering a map with current stock levels for nearly 50 food pantries and 30 food banks statewide. Locals can visit careforwyoming.org to check statuses and find donation opportunities. K2 Radio
- ➤ Veterans and active-duty service members can join the Irreverent Warriors for a Silkies Hike on May 23 in Casper aimed at boosting mental health and unity among those with military service. The event welcomes participants of all physical levels and offers opportunities for sponsors or supporters to show their care. The Cowboy
- ➤ Brad Hopkins stepped down from the Wyoming Rescue Mission after 13 years of service, leaving Risa Petrie as interim director in Casper while the board plans the next leadership step; services will remain uninterrupted for thousands who rely on its programs. The Cowboy
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Canadian entrepreneurs Dave Hiltz and April Chappell plan to launch MicroOffice Solutions at 2240 E 12th St in Casper by providing 200 2x2-ft offices + co-working areas for LLCs and startups. They are overcoming visa hurdles and leveraging low rent for a business-friendly advantage. Oil City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming has seen an early wildfire season with about 240 fires burning 12,450 acres, and several counties have enforced stage 1 fire restrictions. State experts say dry, windy conditions & low snowpack have spurred plans to bring in extra aviation resources and boost firefighting readiness for the season ahead. Oil City News
- ➤ A female grizzly bear, moved two years ago from Montana, has given birth to cubs at her den site in the Greater Yellowstone area, marking a successful conservation effort. Wildlife biologists will monitor cub survival (annual rates typically exceed 50 percent) as state agencies continue their research. Jack FM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mills officials announced mandatory water conservation measures that will take effect on April 15 to combat extreme drought. The rules ban outdoor watering from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and enforce an alternating-day watering schedule for properties (even and odd address rules). Oil City News
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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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Breakthrough Basketball Clinic
9 AM – 3 PM — WYO Sports Ranch — $225 — Enhance your shooting skills at this intensive basketball camp tailored for youth players.
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