Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
Good morning, Casper.
Governor Mark Gordon visited DISA Technologies in Mills yesterday to review a new mineral recovery process that uses high-pressure slurry ablation and $8.52 million in Energy Matching Funds to create $7.3 million in local work—supporting high-skill jobs.
The visit showed DISA, founded in 2018, is installing commercial units at various mills and may change how essential minerals are sourced across the country.
Natrona County Fire District’s Brush 72 truck returned safely from a mission in California—its crew was given about a week to refresh—and two firefighters are now headed for new assignments, one with Casper Fire-EMS to California and one with a Colorado team to help fight the Lee Fire now burning around 120,000 acres.
Banner Health announced a new Med Evac helicopter service in Casper that will boost rapid emergency care for rural patients later this year — the project also creates 13 new jobs including clinical, pilot, and mechanic roles.
Cheyenne-Laramie County Public Health announced a recall on 8-Ounce Clover Valley Instant Coffee sold at Dollar General from July 9 to 21 after tests showed glass shards might be in lot L-5163, L-5164, and L-5165—customers who bought the recalled coffee must discard it and contact Dollar General.
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.
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.
Blood Moon Healing
3 PM — Yesness Pond — Free entry — Experience breathwork and meditation to align with the Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse energies.
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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