Good morning, Casper.

Fort Caspar in Casper will host a dedication ceremony on June 14 to honor six Civil War-era soldiers by unveiling new headstones as part of the Lest We Forget Commemorative Cemetery project—officials and military groups will offer remarks and present a bugle performance of taps.

The 28th Annual Central Wyoming Machine Gun and Cannon Shoot will be held from June 6 to 8 at Garret Ranch where fans can camp and shoot historic machine guns and cannons while rental options are provided; proceeds will support a veterans program (weekend passes cost $20 and camping passes cost $40).

Rylie Woolson, 25, was charged with two counts of aggravated assault and battery after she allegedly pointed a handgun at a woman and fired from the balcony of an apartment complex on the 700 block of East Walsh Street near Kelly Wash High School on May 29 around 10:23 a.m. — the dispute stemmed from a personal conflict — and authorities have her charges pending.

After his Thermopolis show was cancelled due to venue issues, Chase Rice will perform at The Gaslight Social in Casper on July 12—ticket holders with digital tickets will be refunded and paper ticket holders may use their existing tickets—ensuring fans still have a chance to see him live.

Chase Rice's concert planned for Thermopolis on July 12 was canceled due to venue issues and will now take place at The Gaslight Social in Casper, where tickets already purchased will be accepted + digital tickets will be refunded as needed.

On Saturday, June 14, Fort Caspar will host a free ceremony that honors six soldiers from the 1860s by unveiling new headstones as part of the Lest We Forget project + museum officials and military groups will offer tributes during a bugle performance of taps.

Casper College instructor and photographer Chad Hanson released his new book The Wild Horse Effect, which explains how watching wild horses can lower stress and build bonds.

He gives an artist's talk today at Red Peak Gallery at First State Bank from 5 to 8 p.m.—an event that combines art and local wildlife insight.

The Casper City Council will hold public hearings on Tuesday, June 17—letting residents share input on proposed ordinances to ban fake IDs and restrict sidewalk obstructions and to review the city’s fiscal year 2025 to 2026 budget of $189.2 million.

Each speaker will have up to five minutes to comment.

Casper City Council approved several agreements on Tuesday, including a resolution that supports Radiant’s pursuit of a $25M state grant for a major development in Natrona County — a project that will deliver about $8M for infrastructure to support commercial growth in Bar Nunn.

Councilor Matt Larson was the only dissenting vote — his opposition marked the sole objection to the plan.

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.

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.

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.