Good Day
Casper
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds gathered on Wednesday at David Street Station for the 5th Annual National Police Week Block Party, where law enforcement and community members enjoyed food, music & conversation. Organizers noted the event, which began after COVID, marked the largest turnout to date for this celebration. Oil City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Musicians from across the state will gather for the Wyoming Spring Ring handbell concert at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 16 in the ballrooms of the Ramkota Hotel and Convention Center. Clinician Brian Childers of Charlotte will lead the ensemble while free will offerings are welcomed. Oil City News
- ➤ Casper will host the annual Pony Express Re-Ride from June 18 to 21, as riders retrace historic trails near the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center and Fort Caspar Museum. Local sites will hold rider exchanges and educational programs throughout the event. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Casper Fire-EMS responded to 9,661 incidents in 2025, including 7,135 EMS calls and 176 fires—up from last year—and Chief Jacob Black presented the report to the Casper City Council on Tuesday, noting the department's rapid response and extensive community safety efforts. Oil City News
- ➤ At Tuesday's meeting, the Natrona County Planning and Zoning Commission tabled a proposal to replat 46 residential lots in the Allendale Addition for a commercial storage facility amid neighborhood opposition, while also approving a 385-acre rezoning for Urban Agriculture along Poison Spider Road (forwarded to county commissioners). Oil City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Banner Wyoming Medical Center invites locals to a free, two-day community engagement fair at 1233 E. Second St. Today, over 40 booths will offer health services, career opportunities, and college tuition assistance (2 p.m. to 7 p.m.), while tomorrow events run (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.). Oil City News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is wrapping up applications for the 2026 hunting draw so that local hunters await their license numbers soon. Experts stress that managing scent well may boost a hunter's chances in the field — a key detail for this season. K2 Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kelly Walsh cheerleader Anna Wold has signed her letter of intent to cheer at Southern Virginia University + she will build on her skills after a spirited season that took her team to a national competition. Oil City News
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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.
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Ghalia Volt Opening for Tab Benoit
7-10 p.m. — Rialto Casper — Cost TBD — Experience the powerful performance of Ghalia Volt in a captivating roots music opening act.
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Logan Ryan Band Live
7-11 p.m. — The Gaslight Social — Reserved tables available — Experience the high-energy Texas Red Dirt Country sounds of Logan Ryan Band.
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Soil Health Workshop at The Bloomery
10:00 – 11:30 AM — The Bloomery — Ticket required — Dive into the fundamentals of soil health and local food systems while enjoying fresh coffee and gluten-free treats.
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UW Camp Series: Wrestling
10AM–12PM, 1PM–2:30PM, 3:30PM–5PM — WYO Sports Ranch — $175/participant — Experience expert wrestling coaching with UW staff and engage in skill development activities.
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Shawn Hess and the 500lb Family Band Performance
7-9 p.m. — The Bloomery — Ticket required — Experience heartfelt Wyoming storytelling with Shawn Hess and his band in a beautiful farm setting.
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