Good morning, Casper.

Cathy Holman, founder of Prairie Wife, was named the 2026 Cowboy Code Try Award recipient by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming.

She will be honored at the Annual Awards Breakfast on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at Ford Wyoming Center, a free event open to the public.

On Tuesday morning, Barnes & Noble held its soft opening at Blackmore Marketplace in Casper as eager customers lined up before the store opened at 10 a.m. The soft opening will run through July before its grand opening on Aug.

8.

On Saturday, July 11, Gruner Brothers Brewing will host a free show with Justin Baxter opening at 7 p.m. and Darryl Worley headlining at 8 p.m. Limited parking means visitors should plan ahead by using the public lot at Crossroads Park.

Owner Cathy Becker announced plans to sell The Bloomery — a historic family farm turned concert venue on Casper’s outskirts — after the 2026 summer series ends.

Five concerts are scheduled, starting with North Fork Crossing on July 11 and closing with Of A Feather on Sept. 19.

Natrona County Commissioners reviewed updated plans for the Prometheus Hyperscale data center as developers consider relocating the project to a parcel south of I-25 (about 2–2.5 miles from a commissioner’s ranch), and they also directed staff to draft flexible zoning rules while reviewing fire fee and road maintenance updates.

Bar Nunn Fire Chief Sonny Zahara announced Tuesday he will resign to become Nevada's state fire marshal — leaving on July 16 and starting his new role on July 20.

He recommended his successor during the town council meeting.

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.