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Casper
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual National Police Week Block Party will take place on May 14 at David Street Station from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.—featuring free barbeque, a live DJ, games, prizes, and giveaways as Casper Police teams with Natrona County Sheriff’s Office, Wyoming Highway Patrol, and police from Evansville and Mills to build community trust. Oil City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The jury convicted long-haul trucker Clark Perry Baldwin of first-degree murder in Tennessee on Friday — he will be transferred to Wyoming for trial on a separate murder case linked by DNA evidence. Cowboy State Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming drivers saw gasoline average prices of $3.10 per gallon today (up 1.9 cents from last week and 17 cents less than a year ago) with station prices ranging from $2.79 to $3.89 per gallon. Analyst Patrick DeHaan said OPEC+ will boost oil production starting in June (refinery maintenance has kept inventories tight) and this may help lower prices soon. The Cowboy
- ➤ The national average for unleaded gasoline rose by 2 cents to $3.12 per gallon while Natrona County’s price dropped 5 cents to $2.90, marking a second straight week of lower prices in the area—making it the cheapest for five weeks. Some local stations offered fuel as low as $2.83, showing the county remains a bargain compared to rising national trends. Oil City News
- ➤ Casper had 835,000 visitors last year whose spending boosted local jobs and the economy. Visit Casper data show travelers spent $377.8 million in Natrona County, generated $19.6 million in taxes, and logged 1,945,000 overnight stays. 104.7 KISS FM
- ➤ Wyoming gasoline prices averaged $3.10 per gallon today, up 1.9 cents from last week and 17.0 cents lower than a year ago—analyst Patrick DeHaan said increased oil production starting in June could boost refinery output and help lower prices nationwide. Jack FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Casper College will offer community education classes this May, starting with a cupcake baking session on May 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—and including spring sketching on May 14-28, family-based immigration on May 15, range safety and pistol marksmanship on May 22-24, and a guided hike at Rotary Park on May 31 for participants 16 and older. Jack FM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Casper will host the College National Finals Rodeo from June 15 to 21 with the first Mercantile trade show opening at Wyo Sports Ranch - the event will offer free admission, vendor exhibits, contests, and a mechanical bull riding competition. Local activities such as cowboy camp for kids and swing dancing lessons will add extra excitement for attendees during the week. The Cowboy
- ➤ Casper will host the College National Finals Rodeo from June 15 to 21, featuring top cowboys and cowgirls at the Ford Wyoming Center. The new Wyo Sports Ranch Mercantile trade show will run during the week—offering free admission, vendors, contests, and local activities. 104.7 KISS FM
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Casper Wyoming Ink Masters Tattoo Expo 2025
1:00-2:30 p.m. — Ford Wyoming Center — Check event page for ticket prices — Celebrate artistry at the second annual tattoo expo featuring live tattooing and industry insights.
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15 Cars Auction in Casper, WY
9:30 p.m. — 2305 Salt Creek Hwy, Casper — Free registration — Discover an exciting array of repairable and salvage Chevrolet Traverse cars at this massive auction.
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