Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
Good morning, Casper.
A GoFundMe fundraiser was started for Charity—a well-known Casper cashier injured in a house fire that left her home and several cats lost while she receives treatment in Denver.
The account aims to raise $4,000 and has collected about $2,800 as of Monday to help cover housing, food, and medical expenses.
Country singer Ian Munsick will perform his Eagle Flies Free Tour at the Ford Wyoming Center on February 19 with guest Tyler Nance, and tickets will go on sale on October 10 at 10:00 a.m.—the show is produced by Pepper Entertainment.
The Casper/Natrona County International Airport reported 8,978 passenger enplanements in September—the highest figure since 1983—and airport director Glenn Januska said officials expect total enplanements to exceed 100,000 by year end if current trends continue.
Natrona County drivers saw their gas price drop 14 cents last week to $2.49 per gallon, making it the lowest in the area for the seventh straight week — a decline that sharply contrasts with the small drop in the national average.
National prices fell only 0.3 cents with averages above $3 per gallon.
Fuel prices in Wyoming have dropped to an average of $2.99 per gallon today — some stations reported fuel as low as $2.42 per gallon.
A survey of 494 stations by GasBuddy shows prices are nearly 10 cents lower than last month and 19.7 cents lower than a year ago.
On Tuesday, Aug. 5, the Natrona County Board of Commissioners met at the courthouse in Casper to review a $29.2 million bond request from Summit Medical Center to pay for its new building at 6350 E.
2nd St. They had halted the request earlier due to low support and competition with Wyoming Medical Center — meaning the hospital may have to use costlier conventional financing.
Casper/Natrona County International Airport recorded 8,978 passenger enplanements in September — the highest count since 1983 when it nearly reached 9,000.
Airport Director Glenn Januska said the rise shows changing travel habits and expects total enplanements to exceed 100,000 for 2025.
Natrona County commissioners in Casper are asking residents to volunteer for citizen boards and commissions with terms starting Jan.
1—applicants must submit a County Board Citizen’s Application and a brief letter to the commissioners’ office.
Week 5 of Wyoming high school football ran from Oct.
2 to Oct. 4 as six ranked games gave top teams like #1 Sheridan and Casper Christian strong wins, with most matchups in conference play continuing long winning streaks—highlighting the competitive nature of the season.
During Week6 of the prep cross-country season, Wyoming teams ran in out-of-state races in Idaho, Colorado and South Dakota and in local meets in Cody, Rock Springs, Thermopolis and Wheatland.
Races held October 2nd to 4th saw runners from Star Valley, Kelly Walsh and Wyoming Indian post notable finishes — setting the stage for the state countdown.
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.
Rumors
7:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. — Stage III Community Theatre — Check event website for ticket details — Enjoy a fast-paced farce of comedic chaos and miscommunication among high society.
Take3 Classical Music Fusion
4-6 p.m. — Artcore — Refundable tickets — Experience a unique blend of classical music and rock-star charisma.
The Folk Legacy Trio Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Lyric — Cash bar available — Experience the timeless harmonies and melodies of America's great folk era.
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