Good Day
Casper
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Casper residents face yard disruptions and traffic delays as fiber-optic crews install new digital infrastructure this spring. The City Engineering Division granted permits for work in public rights of way and easements, with crews required to restore disturbed areas (per city agreements). Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ The Oil City guide yesterday featured events for all ages, with Natrona County Library hosting story time at 10 a.m., the Senior Center holding Jackpot Bingo at 1:30 p.m., and a discussion with Erich Frankland at 6 p.m. There was also a Paint & Pint Night at 7:30 p.m. Oil City News
- ➤ Casper’s 9-year-old Saoirse Hall (a Verda James Elementary student) posed outside Blue Ridge Coffee on Wednesday, Apr. 29 as she joined Ranger Rick magazine’s online Jr. Ranger vote. Community support has boosted her bid to win $20,000 and spotlight local wildlife while votes continue until Thursday evening. Oil City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Casper College Indigenous Student Alliance is hosting its fourth annual traditional powwow on Saturday, May 2, at Murane Soccer Field (780 College Drive) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The free event celebrates indigenous culture with traditional dance, music and competitions. Oil City News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study by giggster.com shows Wyoming ranks second in alcohol spending at $1,237 per person, trailing Alaska slightly — data that highlights high spending among Western states amid a decline in alcohol consumption nationwide. K2 Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Wyoming State 4-H Foundation awarded over $74K in scholarships to support local 4-H students attending UW or community colleges in the 2026–27 term — among them three Natrona County recipients who earned continuing awards and a $500 appreciation scholarship. Oil City News
- ➤ Local students and educators were celebrated at the Natrona County School District 1 Academic Awards Banquet on Sunday, Apr. 26 in Casper - the event honored the top 10% of graduating seniors and nominated teachers for their influence in shaping student learning. Oil City News
- ➤ Students in grades 10-12 can register online for LIFT Wyoming, a leadership conference returning to Casper on Wednesday, May 6 at Casper College (Gertrude Krampert Center) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day-long event will feature keynote speakers like Dallin Cooper and breakout sessions on career paths in Wyoming. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Tuesday’s work session, Casper City Council discussed cost recovery changes for recreation facilities due to rising expenses and lower use; proposals include automation at the Municipal Golf Course and a second ice sheet at the Ice Arena (reviews of aquatics and sports programs will follow). Oil City News
- ➤ Casper seeks qualified contractors to install and remove holiday lights at Healing Park on Conwell for the 2026 season. Proposals must be submitted electronically by 4 p.m. Friday, May 29, and the completed work is due by Nov. 16 so city crews can focus on winter tree care. Oil City News
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7-10 p.m. — Rialto Casper — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac through the talented tribute band Tusk.
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