Good Day
Casper
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Casper College’s SparkTank project picked three nonprofits from 22 groups and gave Sleep-In-Heavenly Peace $5,450, Iris Clubhouse $5,000, and Self Help Center $4,550. Students from the Casper College Economics Club will visit the winners in September to check on their progress—this project was made possible by a $10,000 grant and college support. 104.7 KISS FM
- ➤ Casper Kid's Fest will be held Saturday, September 13th at the Ford Wyoming Center from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The free event features games, bounce houses, performances and booths where local nonprofits, sports teams and agencies share their programs + fun activities for kids and families. K2 Radio
- ➤ Casper College’s SparkTank project chose three local nonprofits — Sleep-In-Heavenly Peace, Iris Clubhouse, and the Self Help Center — from 22 applicants and awarded them a total of $15,000 after a student judging panel evaluated their proposals. The selected groups will update on their projects in September as the college plans future SparkTank events. Jack FM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A longtime Casper restaurant will close in the coming weeks and be torn down+a new Taco John's will open in its place. Casper Star-Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday afternoon, Casper Police investigated a shooting at a North Casper convenience store and gas station that left a 34-year-old man dead—witnesses reported a chase and a shot fired during the pursuit, and police have not released further details. Cowboy State Daily
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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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The Musical of Musicals, The Musical
7:30 p.m. — Stage III Community Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a whimsical satire where one story unfolds into five different musical styles.
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Blood Moon Healing
3 PM — Yesness Pond — Free entry — Experience breathwork and meditation to align with the Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse energies.
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Andy Frasco & The U.N. Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Gaslight Social and Bohemian Burrito — $38.50 – $49.50 — Experience a lively performance filled with strong musical talent and crowd connection.
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