Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The fifth annual Concert for Hope took place Thursday, May 29 at David Street Station as neighbors gathered to support the Orr’s Hope Foundation and enjoyed live music by local artist Chancey Williams—marking a free event that launched six days of summer festivities. The event raised support for Wyoming families facing medical challenges. Oil City News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Wyoming Economic Analysis Division report shows Natrona County home values increased by 6.7% since March 2024 + surpassing the national 6.5% rise, while Casper homes are selling in about 35 days with Zillow listing an average price near $301,548. K2 Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Natrona County School District has released a 49-page guide called Summer Sun that lists free meals and low-cost summer activities for kids in Casper. The guide shows details such as mealtimes and sites where children can enjoy camps, museums, and other programs from June 2 to August 15. The Cowboy
- ➤ The Natrona County School District released a 49-page Summer Sun guide that lists free meals for kids aged 18 and under — available at select Casper locations from June 2 to August 15 — along with free and low-cost summer programs including camps, museum visits, and sports activities. The guide also provides meal times and details to help families plan an engaging summer. Jack FM
- ➤ Casper College announced a new Art of Sound certificate program that gives students hands-on training at its updated audio facility featuring advanced analog and digital audio tools including the Flock Audio PATCH XT. The 22-credit program covers audio acoustics, studio tech, live sound production, podcast editing, and entrepreneurship—preparing students for careers in sound engineering. Oil City News
- ➤ The Natrona County School District released a 49-page guide called Summer Sun—designed to help Casper families plan free meals and low-cost summer activities for children 18 and under. The guide lists meal times from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. for breakfast, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for lunch, and 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. with free meals offered at select sites from June 2nd to August 15th — along with summer camps, museum tours, and sports programs. 104.7 KISS FM
- ➤ Roosevelt High School's class of 2025 celebrated graduation on Thursday, May 29 at the Ford Wyoming Center—84 graduates were cheered by family and friends—and Principal Bryan Honken praised their hard work while introducing the speakers. Oil City News
- ➤ NCHS held its graduation ceremony on May 29 at the Ford Wyoming Center where 404 students celebrated as retiring choir director Steve Grussendorf performed his final show—marking the end of a 40-year career. Senior Nakita Casher shared her story of surviving a severe car crash and urged hope for the future—emphasizing optimism even after challenges. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ BLM will begin rounding up nearly 3,000 mustangs in central Wyoming, including rare curly-haired horses, starting July 15 at the earliest despite a pending lawsuit in federal court. Captured horses will be taken to holding facilities for adoption and off-range pasture programs—if a court ruling stops the roundup later, horses already captured will remain in custody. Cowboy State Daily
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Lumbar Spine Manual Therapy Workshop
6 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Wind City Physical Therapy — Registration required — Enhance your skills in managing low back pain using best evidence principles.
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College National Finals Rodeo
Various times — Ford Wyoming Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling competition as college rodeo athletes showcase their skills in Casper.
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STARbecue 2025
5:30-10 p.m. — Stage III Community Theatre — RSVP by June 18th — Celebrate incredible volunteers with BBQ, sneak peeks of the season, and karaoke fun.
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