Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Locals gathered at the Fairgrounds in Casper on Saturday morning for the second Master Gardeners Farmers Market of the year and enjoyed fresh produce, flowers and canned goods while Master Gardener volunteers answered questions—market hours are every Saturday from July 26 through September 27 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00. Jack FM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Casper law enforcement released the Natrona County arrest logs for July 25th to 31st showing arrests and charges—while noting the log does not include juvenile cases or sexual offense charges and that all suspects remain presumed innocent until court hearings. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers tabled a draft nuclear waste storage bill during a Casper committee meeting on July 30 that would let Radiant Nuclear store spent fuel at its proposed manufacturing site near Bar Nunn—community members spoke out both in support and against the plan. More than 100 people attended the extended meeting, and next steps remain unclear. Casper Star-Tribune
- ➤ Casper city council recommended a rate increase for Hogadon Basin Ski Area to raise season pass prices and fund a new chairlift — the change removes a $100 discount and adds a 10% facility fee. Rates for adult, family and youth passes will rise as the proposal heads to the Aug. 19 meeting — local skiers and residents will soon learn its impact. Casper Star-Tribune
- ➤ An anonymous website using gun imagery—Project Winchester—has targeted Rep. Harriet Hageman for defending a federal lands sale bill that was eventually killed, accusing her of siding with insiders to sell millions of acres of public land. The group plans an official launch in the fall while Hageman’s office and a watchdog group warn that its aggressive approach may encourage violence and evade federal registration rules. Cowboy State Daily
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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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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.
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