Good morning, Casper.

Casper realtor and sportsman Dylan Heide rescued a baby pronghorn stuck in a cattle guard yesterday morning along an unpaved county road near town.

He freed the fawn and watched it run off to join nearby does.

Homes and businesses in west Casper lost power after a transformer blew at a Robertson Road substation around 10 a.m. yesterday; Rocky Mountain Power crews continue working to restore service and officials warn it may take hours or up to a day (if a replacement is needed).

Food Bank of Wyoming is calling on donors to help families and local producers by supporting mobile pantry distributions on Wednesday, July 15 through WyoGives Day.

Donations will provide nutritious food to neighbors & keep dollars in local communities.

Downtown Casper came alive on Tuesday, July 7 as the Central Wyoming Fair and PRCA Rodeo Parade featured colorful floats, lively music and a celebration of Western spirit.

Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo announced four winners of the Downtown Sidewalk Art Festival held Saturday, July 4 downtown during Fair Week.

Their designs will be printed on t-shirts for the first 300 participants at next year’s event (Pepsi sponsors the shirts).

Wyoming residents can now apply for up to $7,000 in school-choice vouchers for private K-12 education costs — from tuition to tutoring fees.

Applications have opened today while a court case continues to review the program's constitutionality.

WYDOT closed I-25 between exits 185 and 186 today until 11 p.m. Thursday for removal of the Hereford Lane bridge — drivers are advised to use Yellowstone Highway or local streets for detours.

Casper City Council approved rezoning and replat of Shepherd of the Hills Church property Tuesday at 4600 S.

Poplar St., creating parcels for municipal columbarium ownership to expand cemetery capacity & replace lost space at Highland Park Cemetery; the ordinance still needs two more readings before it takes effect.

The City Council approved a $15,000 contract with Sampson Construction for pre-construction management of a new Metro Animal Shelter on Tuesday.

The project will upgrade the shelter, built over 40 years ago and now over capacity, to better serve local needs.

Casper Fire-EMS expanded its fleet when City Council approved a $869,981 deal Tuesday to purchase a new heavy rescue apparatus replacing a 16-year-old vehicle.

The unit will enhance rescue operations with advanced tools and onboard power during emergencies, funded by fiscal 2026 1% tax dollars.

Casper City Council approved a $7.14 million contract on Tuesday for a 230-foot pedestrian bridge that will move foot traffic from the old bridge on South Poplar Street — value adjustments saved $287,000, with phase 1 to finish by Nov.

16 and funding from reserves and a $3.5 million grant.

Casper City Council voted Tuesday, July 7 to apply for a federal grant that would fund a $1.2 million 13th Street Pathway project along the riverfront.

The project will add a 10-foot-wide concrete path connecting existing trails and include a local matching contribution (of $114,120) from sales tax revenues.

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.

Dirty Heads Live in Casper

7-8:30 p.m. — The Gaslight Social — Tickets start at $143 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Dirty Heads at this local favorite venue.