Good Day
Casper
Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming Food for Thought Project is hosting Localicious—its signature fundraiser with a build-your-own soup bar, soup-inspired appetizers, desserts, live music, beverages and a silent auction to support the Weekend Food Bag Program that provides meals to over 800 local children weekly. Oil City News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A study showed Wyoming teen drivers experienced nearly 34 fatalities per 100K—a rate nearly triple the national average. The state's short learner permit period—just 10 days—may leave teens unready for unsupervised driving. K2 Radio
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Bar Nunn fire chief Robert William Hoover pleaded guilty to felony theft and official misconduct after admitting he stole about $2,660 from last September’s Fill the Boot fundraiser—he agreed to repay about $8,000 for personal purchases including Christmas decorations. Oil City News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wyoming utilities face a surge in power demand as companies plan data centers for artificial intelligence that could match the state’s entire power output. The Wyoming Energy Authority is working with stakeholders to set new rules—data center operators will cover extra costs to protect regular customers, and lawmakers will review recommendations in November. Oil City News
- ➤ Wyoming utilities face growing power demand as proposals for AI and data centers, including a Crusoe—Tallgrass project in Cheyenne needing 1,800 megawatts to later scale to 10,000, emerge. The Wyoming Energy Authority is leading a working group to propose regulatory changes by November that will require heavy users to cover extra costs so regular ratepayers remain protected. Casper Star-Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Natrona County students will head back to school on Monday, Aug. 25 as the Natrona County School District teams with the Sheriff’s Office + Casper PD to share safety reminders that focus on obeying traffic laws and protecting online privacy. Oil City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers today advanced a bill that decriminalizes corner crossing by a 7-6 vote — stating that stepping between public lands is not criminal trespass. The measure will move to further debate and potential amendments in November — a step to ease law enforcement burdens on minor trespass claims. Oil City News
- ➤ Memorial Hospital of Converse County asked Natrona County commissioners to issue multimillion-dollar hospital revenue bonds to buy the Summit Medical Center building in Casper. The commissioners will review the bond request soon — a decision that could affect hospital operations. Casper Star-Tribune
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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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