Tuesday, October 15th, 2024
Good morning, Casper. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A woman experienced an unusual encounter with a group of raccoons in a Casper hotel parking lot, an event described as rare by local employees. Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ Both sides of the abortion debate in Casper claim harassment by the other, highlighting complex tensions surrounding clinic access. Cowboy State Daily
- ➤ Dozens of children participated in the YMCA of Natrona County's annual Pumpkin Plunge, selecting pumpkins from a pool and enjoying various fall-themed activities. 104.7 KISS FM
- ➤ The City of Casper is hosting a free Halloween event for children 12 and under, featuring carnival games, crafts, and a haunted museum tour, on October 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Rec Center. K2 Radio
- ➤ Natrona County completed improvements to the parking lot of the soon-to-open Casper Mountain Trails Center, with the entire project on schedule for a February 2025 completion. Oil City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Fremont County man withdraws his insanity defense in a murder case where he's accused of fatally shooting his wheelchair-bound landlord. Cowboy State Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Natrona County offers the lowest gas prices in Wyoming, bucking the national trend of increasing costs. Oil City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The chair of the Natrona County School District apologized for a private Facebook post endorsing certain board candidates, leading to public criticism and calls for his removal at a board meeting. Oil City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Elk Fire in Bighorn National Forest expanded by almost 3,500 acres, reducing containment to 28%. K2 Radio
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Celebrate Recovery: A Christ-Centered Healing Program
Experience healing and restoration through the Celebrate Recovery program, designed to support individuals dealing with life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups.
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Casper College Experience Dance Day
The dance program at Casper College is offering a 'Day of Dance' to any high school, community, or current college student interested in studying dance. The day will include classes in: Ballet, Modern, and Jazz; lunch, chatting with the faculty and students, and tickets to attend "Young Frankenstein".
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2024 Wyoming State Marching Band Festival
Experience the energetic performances and vibrant atmosphere of the Wyoming State Marching Band Festival at the Ford Wyoming Center.
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Wyoming Innovations in Learning Conference 2024
Learn about innovative teaching methods and technology while networking with fellow educators at the 8th Wyoming Innovations in Learning Conference.
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Theo Von Live Performance
Experience a night of comedy with renowned stand-up comedian Theo Von at the Ford Wyoming Center in Casper.
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Inda Eaton Concert at The Lyric
Experience an evening of live music with Inda Eaton at The Lyric in Casper, Wyoming.
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Flagship Romance Concert at The Lyric
Experience a night of captivating pop music at The Lyric featuring Griffith House Concerts.
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The Dirt's 4th Annual Halloween Bash at Gaslight Social
Experience a thrilling night of arena rock featuring 80s hits from iconic bands at The Dirt's highly anticipated Halloween Bash in Casper.
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4th Annual Comedy Show and Gala with Henry Cho
Experience a night of laughter at the 4th Annual Comedy Show and Gala featuring comedian Henry Cho on his 'From Here to There Tour'.
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Duo Two Accordions: A Musical Evening
Experience the extraordinary musical talents of father-daughter duo Sergei and Maria Teleshev, both World Accordion Champions, as they showcase their creativity and finesse in a captivating performance.
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WHSAA State Volleyball Tournament - Friday Session
Experience high school volleyball competition at the WHSAA State Volleyball Tournament on Friday in Casper, WY.
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