Good morning, Casper.

During July 4 celebrations, fireworks in Cody and Thermopolis sparked small wildfires, which firefighters controlled swiftly while residents watched the show & a local hazard near Casper's Studio City Mesa was contained with few homes at risk.

The 2026 Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo Parade begins today at 10 a.m. along West Yellowstone Highway and downtown streets and will last about two hours.

Earlier, Casper Fire-EMS will serve free pancakes from 8 to 10 a.m. (the event also features a 5K race in City Park).

Natrona County fuel prices dropped 18 cents last week after a costly holiday, with AAA reporting an average of $3.63 per gallon Monday plus Casper drivers finding rates as low as $3.49 at Sam’s Club on E.

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Casper College graduate Ahnya Ivie-Moody was honored with two national awards that recognized her academic performance and leadership — a New Century Transfer Scholar honor with a $2,750 scholarship and membership on the All-USA Academic Team with a $3,000 award.

Ivie-Moody plans to pursue accounting online after receiving her associate’s degree.

Casper College honored its top student with a $100K scholarship and academic accolades while naming a new HR director to lead campus operations.

Vitalant reported that Wyoming supplies of type O blood are at a two-year low and urged donors to book appointments at Casper and Cheyenne sites before the end of July; the organization offers incentives—t-shirts and $20 gift cards—to boost lifesaving blood supplies.

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.

Corey Kent Live in Casper

7-8:30 p.m. — The Gaslight Social — Tickets from $72 — Experience an unforgettable night with Corey Kent in Wyoming's vibrant music scene.