Good morning, Casper.

Today, the Stuckenhoff Shooting Complex near the landfill north of Casper is hosting Family Firearm Safety Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering free 25-minute gun safety courses led by an NRA instructor.

Families who complete the course will receive safety cards and children can shoot up to 100 rounds on the range — with guns provided if needed.

On Friday, June 13, defendants appeared in Natrona County Circuit Court facing charges from drug offenses to assault — bond amounts and plea changes were noted — with Judge Cynthia Sweet presiding and District Attorney Dan Itzen representing the state as all remain presumed innocent.

Today, Casper offers a busy Pride weekend featuring outdoor Yoga at 9 a.m. on the Labyrinth, a downtown Coffee & Art Walk starting at 10 a.m., a Mark Twain event at Historic Bishop Home at 5 p.m., and a Pride Fest at 10 a.m.—with additional film screenings, fundraisers, and after parties planned into the evening.

The National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper will host the annual Pony Express Re-ride on Tuesday, June 17 with riders set to arrive between 7 and 7:30 p.m. More than 700 riders will take part in a 10-day journey starting in Sacramento on June 11 and ending in St. Joseph on June 21+ the center will stay open until 8 p.m. for visitors to see the reenactment and exhibits.

The Casper Mountain Young Marines are seeking an experienced adult volunteer to lead the unit and guide local kids in character-building and service activities.

The program helps youth build self-discipline and leadership skills — the chosen volunteer will play a key role in its future success.

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.

Natrona County Rockhounds Annual Rock Show

N/A — July 12-13 — Best Western Downtown Casper Hotel — $1 each or 6 for $5 — Enjoy a weekend of unique raffle items like an amethyst cathedral and a hunk of Wyoming jade.