Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
Good morning, Casper.
Tim Kellogg, the Meeteetse Chocolatier, began making chocolates to pay for a new saddle and now visits farms in Belize, Costa Rica, and Istanbul to buy fresh ingredients — his shop quickly sells out each Saturday.
He is working hard to fix his pastry recipes while keeping his cowboy roots strong.
Columnist Gail Symons explains that Wyoming's 92 libraries serve as vital hubs by offering 24-hour internet, maker spaces, telehealth booths, and other essential services in both rural and urban areas.
She says facilities like Casper's Natrona County Library provide passport help and meeting spaces, urging locals to support these community centers — they do more than simply lend books.
Douglas 18-year-old Maggie Booth is gaining recognition for her award-winning wildlife art and will begin studying graphic design at Casper College this fall.
Her work has won awards and been chosen three times for display in the governor’s residence — a highlight of her long-held passion for drawing horses and other animals.
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.
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