Good Day
Casper
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Casper Downtown Development Authority will install decorative tree lighting along 2nd Street this month to brighten the downtown corridor, causing street closures from May 26 to 29. Tough Guys Landscaping & Lighting, a Laramie firm, will do the work while sidewalks stay open for business access. Oil City News
- ➤ The Memorial Day Car Show is happening today from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. outside The Railyard Restaurant at 355 W. Yellowstone Highway, featuring live music, food trucks & vendors, a pinup contest and cars and motorcycles for local families to enjoy. Oil City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Nicolaysen Art Museum announced that NIC Fest returns from June 4-7 in downtown Casper. The 20th anniversary event will open on Thursday, June 4 from 4 to 8 p.m. with a block party and art walk along Collins Street featuring live music, art exhibits and family activities. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Wyoming Gaming Commission report (2025 data) shows billions in wagers statewide that benefit Casper. Meanwhile, City Council will hold a public hearing on June 2 to consider a 180-day moratorium on historic horse racing establishments ahead of new zoning rules effective July 1. Oil City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The 30-year WWAMI program boosts Wyoming’s health care by encouraging doctors to serve a minimum of three years and then remain long-term in local communities. Mason Stillman now practices psychiatry in Gillette, a move that helps address the area's doctor shortages. Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ Veterans and service members will join the Irreverent Warriors Silkies Hike today in Casper, where local supporters may cheer on participants. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. + the official step-off is at 9:30 a.m.; the 6- to 10-mile hike aims to boost mental health and prevent veteran suicide. Oil City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 Wyoming State High School Track and Field Championships are in progress at KWHS’s Harry Geldien Stadium in Casper — high school athletes began competing on Thursday and will finish today. Updated schedules and scores are available online on the Wyoming High School Activities Association website. Oil City News
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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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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.
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