Good morning, Casper.

Casper Downtown Development Authority announced a lighting ceremony on Thursday, July 2 at 8 p.m. in downtown to honor America’s 250th anniversary after the July ArtWalk; the event features live music, local food, patriotic readings and a community countdown to light the 2nd Street Corridor.

Under local ownership by WW Partners, LLC, Wyoming Whiskey in Kirby will recommit to its roots by crafting high quality spirits that honor its historic tradition and use local ingredients while maintaining its award winning legacy in a new chapter.

Casper Comic Con will be held today and tomorrow (Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28) at The Ford Wyoming Center.

The weekend event features vendors, a cosplay contest for adults at 4 p.m. on Saturday and one for kids at 3 p.m. on Sunday, promising fun for comic fans.

Casper officials announced that the Fort Caspar Museum preservation project began phase one log repair work on the officers' quarters and blacksmith shop on Friday, backed by a Save America’s Treasures grant (and Natrona One Cent Sales Tax funding); the work should finish by mid-September.

Casper Area Transit said on Tuesday, July 7 the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade will stop Blue, Green, Red and Yellow routes from running 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., while Purple and Orange run normally.

Door-to-door service will skip streets closed (Skyline Towers, Wyoming Bank Building Apartments, Sunshine Apartments).

Wyoming hunters are facing tougher odds in the annual antelope tag draw, with fewer resident tags available and herd numbers still low after last winter's losses — officials warn that drought conditions may further reduce the odds while some newcomers plan to gain resident status.

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.

Tyler Halverson Live

7-9:30 p.m. — The Gaslight Social — Tickets from $40 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Tyler Halverson in Casper, WY.