Good morning, Casper.

Tuesday night, two Marine F/A-18 Hornets performed hot refueling at Casper/Natrona County International Airport and produced a deep rumble that local aviation fans felt keenly.

Airport officials said the procedure is routine for military jets—requiring strict safety measures to reduce risks—in order to maintain quick turnaround times.

DogFest is scheduled for Saturday, Sept 13, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Tate Pumphouse in Casper.

Platte River Trails will host contests, agility practice, vendor booths, and free food — offering a celebration for dog owners and their pets.

Casper first responders and local citizens took part in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at the Ford Wyoming Center on Thursday morning—honoring those lost in the 9/11 attacks and recalling the 110-story climb made by firefighters during rescue efforts.

Casper Airport is busy with a mix of aircraft activity—fighter jets, military transports, wildland fire planes, and local events like free flight rides for kids and welcome home ceremonies.

The active hub supports flight training and vital services for local travelers.

Joe Luck, a retired Air Force veteran who was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2001, has dedicated decades to volunteer work in Casper by leading Relay for Life candle displays, supporting prostate cancer groups, assisting in emergency responses, and serving at local centers — he is now a Cowboy Kindness Awards finalist for his community service.

The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce Foundation has partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and opened applications for the 2026 National Civics Bee Wyoming Regional Competitions, inviting 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students to use civics as a tool to improve their communities. Regional contests—hosted by the Greater Cheyenne Chamber, Casper Area Chamber, Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber, and Elevate Glenrock—will advance finalists to state finals and then to the National Championship in Washington D.C. in fall 2026 for a grand cash prize.

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is asking local sage grouse hunters to help with conservation by dropping one wing from each bird at roadside drop-off barrels in sagebrush steppe regions—this data will be used after the hunting season from Sept.

20 to Sept. 30 to track grouse health.

County attorneys argued that a 1988 ruling showed gravel is not a mineral—this means Prism Logistics's leases on Casper Mountain may be treated as commercial leases subject to local zoning rules.

Prism must file its reply by Sept. 23 as the county works to slow the development of controversial gravel mines.

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Outdoor Hall of Fame—an honor for those who have worked to protect Wyoming’s outdoor heritage.

Nominations, including a youth category, remain open until March 2026 and will be reviewed in March.

Casper Women’s Care will close its office at 940 East 3rd Street on October 17.

The clinic said on Facebook that it made the difficult choice to close and will offer records and help transferring to another provider.

Casper resident Scott Higgins, who has Stage Five kidney failure and undergoes dialysis four days a week, is seeking a living kidney donor and financial help to cover his transplant and recovery costs.

He is registered with the National Kidney Registry — his sister has volunteered her kidney though a match is not confirmed — and he hopes local support will back his fight to live.

Whitney Peyton Live Performance

7 PM - 1 AM — Oil City Beer Company — All ages welcome — Whitney Peyton brings a full energy performance to Casper's local scene.

Gabriel The Bull at The Bloomery

7-9 p.m. — The Bloomery — Cost info not specified — Experience an unforgettable evening of soul-stirring melodies and storytelling with Gabriel The Bull.

Cole Swindell Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Ford Wyoming Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rising star of country music with captivating performances and heartfelt lyrics.

Jason Mewes Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Casper — Ticket info pending — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Jason Mewes, the iconic foil to Silent Bob.

2025 Wyoming Arts Summit

8 a.m. – 7 p.m. — The Lyric — Registration tiers available — Empower local artists and administrators at this immersive arts summit focused on community wellbeing and growth.

In This Moment Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — Ford Wyoming Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of the GRAMMY® Award-nominated band In This Moment as they bring their powerful sound to Casper.