Good morning, Casper.

The Casper Police Department announced that officers from across Natrona County will host the 5th Annual Police Week Block Party on Wednesday, May 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. at David Street Station (free BBQ, live DJ, games, face painting, and giveaways will add fun to this family-friendly event).

Troopers Legacy Corps is accepting registrations from ages 18 to 74 and beyond for the 2026 season ending with a performance at Drums Along the Rockies in Fort Collins.

Rehearsals in Casper begin on June 21 and include a memorial on June 24 (honoring its first director).

Natrona County School District will host its Annual Consolidated Grant Meeting for homeschool families on Wednesday, May 6 at 12:00 p.m. at its Central Services Facility on 970 N.

Glenn Road in Casper; lunch is provided (RSVP by calling 307 2535200).

Extreme drought conditions affect Casper + other parts of southeast Wyoming as federal monitors report critical water shortages and significant crop impacts; meteorologist Don Day Jr. said rain chances may bring relief later this weekend into next week.

Wyoming residents can join the CoCoRaHS program to report rain, hail, and snow with free training and low-cost tools, helping to fill the data gap created by few official rain gauges.

Natrona County has imposed Stage One fire restrictions due to warm, dry conditions raising wildfire risks.

Residents must avoid open fires and fireworks, though exceptions - such as approved campfires - are allowed if proper clearances are maintained.

Casper City Council approved a loan application on Tuesday to secure a $794,500 zero-interest loan from the Wyoming Business Council for a nearly $3.9M chairlift replacement at Hogadon Basin Ski Area (the project now awaits state board review as additional funding is still needed).

Casper City Council approved Tuesday a new funding agreement with the Municipal Band which updates a 20-year-old contract by requiring summer performances at Washington Park (free facility use) and participation in the rodeo parade.

The agreement also formalizes payments based on projected property tax revenues and mandates enhanced financial oversight.

Dave Simpson reflects on decades of raising black Labs in his personal column, sharing memories of companions like Mitch from the pound in Torrington.

He weighs whether his retirement plans and increased travel will lead him to welcome another loyal pup for his routine walks around town.

Week 6 of Wyoming high school boys soccer delivered competitive matches on Monday and Tuesday while key conference games on Thursday through Saturday will feature No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchups — new rankings are set to be released today.

Dustin White, a guide at Ugly Bug Fly Shop, was named Orvis Guide of the Year — a top honor in fly fishing — marking him as a local outdoor expert.

Wyoming prep softball teams played conference games this week with a top-five showdown between Campbell County and Thunder Basin on Tuesday (April 21) in Gillette, and scheduled matches will run Thursday through Saturday as weather may force further postponements.

Breakthrough Basketball Clinic

9 AM – 3 PM — WYO Sports Ranch — $225 — Enhance your shooting skills at this intensive basketball camp tailored for youth players.

Tusk - The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute

7-10 p.m. — Rialto Casper — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac through the talented tribute band Tusk.