Good morning, Casper.

Hank Ruland, a Wyoming veteran drafted during the Tet Offensive in 1969, finds healing as he embarks on an Honor Flight (a program honoring veterans) today, marking a poignant tribute to local service.

The U.S. Air Force Academy Band will perform a free concert in Washington Park on Monday, June 29 at 7 p.m. as part of its Freedom 250 tour celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday — its only stop in Wyoming.

Admission is free but early arrival is recommended.

Casper's Natrona County Library manager Conrrado Saldivar was named a 2026 Mover and Shaker by the Library Journal, recognizing his fight for representation and intellectual freedom.

The honor highlights his work to enrich local access to diverse ideas + community engagement.

Casper/Natrona Airport has added an 8th daily Denver flight, reflecting strong momentum as officials noted growth at the airport.

The new service will soon offer passengers an extra travel option.

Oil City will honor Natrona County Class of 2026 with a grad tribute in Oil City Weekly on May 28.

For $35, submissions to the gallery include a shoutout on social media and a complimentary eight-week trial subscription to support Casper local news (all local high schools are invited).

On Tuesday, Wyoming Behavioral Health Alliance, Wyoming Counseling Association and Wyoming School Counseling Association warned that some districts are using recalibration funding to cut school counselor roles.

They urged local districts to follow SF0081 as intended to keep mental health and academic support strong.

Wyoming Game and Fish Commission is considering changes to disability guidelines that let veterans hunt early and local groups fear the change may cut access to donated tags.

Public meetings will allow community input as the agency reviews the proposal.

Federal officials ordered immediate action to relocate golden eagles from lamb grazing areas to protect local woolgrowers as efforts shift this lambing season, with nonlethal deterrent testing rescheduled for 2028 and 2029 + experts note that the birds often return if not moved far enough.

On May 5, the Casper City Council designated May as National Tennis Month and ALS Awareness Month.

Mayor Ray Pacheco and council members celebrated plans to improve local tennis courts and honored resident John DeNafrio by presenting the proclamation to his family.

Yoder breakaway roper Hadley Thompson, 18, will compete in Texas at the American Rodeo this weekend, where a win could earn her a $2 million payout (she qualified through a regional system).

The event features Friday semifinals and Saturday finals, and Thompson plans to return to Wyoming after the rounds.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

College National Finals Rodeo - Bulls and Broncs

N/A — June 14-20 — Ford Wyoming Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling bull and bronc riding at this exciting rodeo event.