Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Casper.
Casper-area residents in need of affordable housing can apply for Habitat for Humanity’s Homeownership Program until July 31 at 4 p.m. — applicants must live or work in Natrona County, meet income guidelines, and a selection committee will review applications before building homes with at least three bedrooms.
Women veterans will gather at the Ramkota Hotel on August 2 for the POWW event—Promoting Our Women Warriors—to join activities like sound healing, workshops, and breakout sessions designed to strengthen community ties.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs organized the event, and interested participants must register by July 25 to secure their spot.
The Casper Police Department and Natrona County Sheriff's Office will host National Night Out at David Street Station on Tuesday, August 5 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., featuring law enforcement vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles, free donuts, and giveaways — giving residents a chance to meet local officers in a family-friendly setting.
Two people died and one person was seriously injured when a 2008 GMC Sierra failed to complete a pass and collided head-on with a 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander on US Highway 20 (near mile marker 161 by the Wyoming Boys School) at around 9 a.m. Wednesday.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will host POWW, a full day event for women veterans at the Ramkota Hotel on August 2 to offer workshops, sound healing, yoga, and other activities that help rebuild military connections.
Women veterans must register by July 25 to secure meals — officials say the day is set to bring renewed camaraderie.
Casper native Casey Bramlet will be honored on July 26 as Casey Bramlet Day — a recognition of his induction into the University of Wyoming Athletics Hall of Fame and his successful gridiron career — with Mayor Ray Pacheco set to present the proclamation at noon at the Boys & Girls Club of Central Wyoming.
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.
5150 Fest-Casper Wyoming
2-10 p.m. — David Street Station — Free entry — Celebrate summer in Casper with live local music and good vibes at the annual 5150' Festival.
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