Good Day
Casper
Thursday, July 31st, 2025
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Nicolaysen Art Museum is dedicating the new Mueller Sculpture Garden on Saturday, Aug 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. The free event will feature local artist Chris Navarro’s permanent work, Flight of Hope, — a centerpiece for phase one with plans to rotate exhibits — and refreshments will be served. Oil City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since its report on July26, the Vees Fire in Washakie County has grown to 4,500 acres and led to emergency closures of BLM roads and County Road 58 while firefighters use dozers, helicopters, engines, and hand crews to contain the blaze—additional resources have been ordered to tackle the aggressive wildfire season. Jack FM
- ➤ The Muddy Fire is 50% contained and has burned 67 acres on State Trust Lands east of Muddy Mountain this morning—firefighters work in steep terrain to secure nearby structures and critical resources in the Casper Mountain area. Jack FM
- ➤ Firefighters contained the lightning-caused Hiland Wildland Fire near Hiland on Tuesday, July 28 which burned 814.5 acres of grass and sage—no injuries were reported—and officials thanked responders for their efforts. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Natrona County is at a nuclear crossroads as Radiant Industries plans to build a microreactor facility north of Bar Nunn while local lawmakers and residents worry about temporary spent fuel storage that may break state law. The company will change its plans if the law is not amended, and debates over safety, job numbers and environmental risks continue+ local leaders voice strong opposition. Oil City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds attended a Casey Bramlet Day celebration on July 26 where local NFL veteran Casey Bramlet was honored for his upcoming induction into the University of Wyoming Hall of Fame. The event—hosted by the Boys and Girls Club of Central Wyoming and recognized as an official Casper holiday by Mayor Ray Pacheco—featured flag football, speeches, and over 200 meals served. Oil City News
-
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.
-
The Brothers Comatose
7-9:30 p.m. — The Gaslight Social and Bohemian Burrito — Cost info not available — Enjoy a night of bluegrass-infused music from The Brothers Comatose.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Casper
Welcome to the Good Day Casper, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Casper, Wyoming community. If you like the Good Day Casper, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Casper.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Casper and across Wyoming. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Casper
A free Casper community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaycasper.com/sitemap