Good Day
Casper
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Casper’s Crossroads Adventure Park will receive $750,000 for renovations when the Great Duck Derby takes place on August 9—duck tickets cost $20 and funds will support the upgrade of the 21-year-old park built by Rotary. K2 Radio
- ➤ On Thursday, Natrona County raised $896,001 for 77 nonprofit organizations on WyoGives Day—WYO Sports Ranch received the highest donation at $127,125 while other groups like the 12-24 Club and Food Bank of Wyoming also benefited from the giving. Oil City News
- ➤ Proceeds from the Great Duck Derby on August 9 will fund major renovations for Crossroads Adventure Park—many know it as Castle Park. Park Manager Randy Norvelle said the Rotary Club is partnering with the city to raise the estimated $750,000 needed as patrons purchase $20 duck tickets to enter prize drawings. The Cowboy
- ➤ Today, Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park is hosting Every Kid in a Park Day from 12 to 3 p.m. and partners with The Science Zone and other vendors to offer water fun and science experiments — including a giant slip ’n slide, craft-a-boat, and paint and plant activities that let families explore nature. Oil City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Halloween is set to open soon at Eastridge Mall by taking over the former Macy's space & offering costumes and decorations for the Halloween season. No opening date has been announced, but the store typically starts in the first week of August. The Cowboy
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming’s Adult Education program, which helps single parents, teens and former inmates earn high school diplomas and job training, has faced uncertainty after federal funds were withheld just before classes resumed on July 1—forcing some centers to cancel courses. Program leaders stress that these cuts risk limiting access to critical education and job skills for many residents. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shane Chaney was sworn in as Casper police chief yesterday after serving as interim chief since February+he brings 25 years with the department and 31 years in law enforcement, pledging an open and accountable approach for the community. Oil City News
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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.
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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.
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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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