Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of June.
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🏘️ Community
TroopCon will kick off in Casper on Sunday, June 21 with family-friendly concerts, historical exhibits and events such as TroopReunion on June 23 and a free evening concert on June 24.
The weeklong celebration will conclude on Saturday, June 27 in Ft Collins.
🎭 Culture
At the College National Finals Rodeo, about 50 local volunteers, including coaches, work early hours to set up arenas and prepare livestock for the events.
Their effort supports a close-knit rodeo culture + community cooperation that highlights regional teamwork.
🌲 Environment
Cliff swallows built mud nests under Blackmore Marketplace in east Casper and are helping control local insect populations, Audubon Rockies said.
Similar colonies can be found near the Sleep Inn off Hat Six Road.
🏛️ Government
Natrona County commissioners heard residents oppose a planned Prometheus Hyperscale data center and man camp proposed to cross from Converse to Natrona.
Locals say the project could hurt water supplies, property values, and rural life — officials have yet to decide on using the county’s zoning for the facility.
The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission was named Commission of the Year by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies today, recognizing its hard work to protect wildlife.
Two staff members were honored for their long service in fisheries management and federal aid coordination.
🎉 Casper Events
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STAR Night 2026
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Stage III Community Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate the past season and get a sneak peek at what's coming next in local theater.
Mountain Grass Unit Concert
7-10 p.m. — Rialto Casper — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of progressive bluegrass with intricate instrumentation and dynamic performances.
Dylan Scott Live
7-8:30 p.m. — The Gaslight Social — Tickets available — Experience the powerful vocals and heartfelt songwriting of Curb Records' Dylan Scott.
Kids Grief Camp
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Ropes and Roses Therapy Services — Free entry — A supportive camp for children and teens coping with loss and grief.
Eddie And The Getaway Live
7-9:30 p.m. — The Gaslight Social — Tickets from $44 — Experience the exciting live performance of Eddie and The Getaway in Casper.
PRCA Rodeo
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Central Wyoming Fair & Rodeo — VIP packages available — Experience the excitement of rodeo with premium seating and unique pre-game perks.
Josh Meloy Live
7-8:30 p.m. — The Gaslight Social — Tickets start at $63 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Josh Meloy in Casper, WY.
North Fork Crossing Live Performance
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Bloomery — Ticketed event — Experience the evolution of Bluegrass with North Fork Crossing's captivating live performance amidst nature.
WYO Sports Ranch Volleyball Team Camp
8 a.m.-4 p.m. — WYO Sports Ranch — $350 — Enhance team skills through drills and competitive play at this high school volleyball camp.
Old Crow Medicine Show Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Ford Wyoming Center — Tickets available — Experience the energy and spirit of Old Crow Medicine Show as they perform their iconic tunes.
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