Good morning, Casper.

Early this morning, fire crews responded to a house fire on northern Cole Creek Road after smoke detectors alerted two occupants when a mattress caught fire from discarded smoking material—one person was rescued and one dog saved while one dog and one cat died and another cat remains missing, with the injured victim now treated for smoke inhalation.

Casey Jackson, 48, was sentenced yesterday to six to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to firing a hunting crossbow bolt through a window to terrorize his ex, and he also pleaded guilty to stalking and possessing a deadly weapon with unlawful intent — his long criminal history influenced the sentence.

Caspar Collins Heritage Festival will take place on Saturday, July 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Fort Caspar Museum—offering re-enactments, hands-on experiences, a classic car show and museum tours along with local craft vendors.

The community is invited to attend the swearing-in ceremony for new Casper Police Chief Shane Chaney on Friday, July 25 at 4 p.m. at Wheeler Concert Hall on Casper College campus—officials say his decades of service in Natrona County will boost public trust.

His appointment marks a new chapter for the police department—CPD adds that his leadership is built on experience and integrity.

Natrona County Rockhounds Annual Rock Show

N/A — July 12-13 — Best Western Downtown Casper Hotel — $1 each or 6 for $5 — Enjoy a weekend of unique raffle items like an amethyst cathedral and a hunk of Wyoming jade.

Girls Volleyball Camp at WYO Sports Ranch

9 AM – 3 PM — WYO Sports Ranch — Bring your lunch — Hone your volleyball skills in a supportive camp environment.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — WYO Sports Ranch — Limited spots available — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills and expert coaching.

Sterling Drake Concert

7:30 p.m. — The Bloomery — Local cuisine available — Enjoy the soulful roots music of Sterling Drake amidst the beauty of Wyoming.