Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of October.
Good morning, Casper.
Michael Hingson, a blind 9/11 survivor, will share his experience and disability awareness insights at the Wheeler Concert Hall (Casper College Music Building) on Oct.
25 at 1:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Wyoming Council of the Blind and local partners, the free event will highlight his survival journey.
James Sullivan’s Casper Mobile Mechanics has opened a permanent shop at 532 N.
Beverly as it expands its team to meet increasing repair needs amid an aging vehicle trend; the mobile service still offers towing and house calls (located near O’Reilly Auto Parts).
Sourdough Donuts from the Wyo Donut Company is serving fresh, sourdough donuts with seasonal flavors on weekends this fall.
The food truck serves at east-side Walmart on Saturdays and Ace Hardware on Sundays + occasionally travels to nearby communities.
Casper College actors will perform The Addams Family musical at the Thomas H.
Empey Studio Theatre from today to Nov. 1, offering nine shows with classic characters and fresh twists in an intimate, round-stage setting.
Chancey Williams will host his album release party at the Rialto Theater on Friday, Oct.
23. The event offers red carpet access & a meet and greet with the debut of the Thirsty and Blue music video.
City workers unloaded the historic Standard Oil No. 1 on new tracks at Fort Caspar Museum today+ it arrived yesterday from Golden after a 280-mile journey and is set for repairs including missing parts, door and window replacements, and repainting before its permanent display.
Natrona County district leaders are weighing if closing two schools can save funds, as one has 172 students and one is less than half full, with one school located 40 miles away + the other nearby.
A mountain lion has been regularly spotted at a Casper Mountain residence, with photos posted on the local Landowners Association Facebook group by resident Gail Griswold.
The images date back to early July and include a recent sighting on Tuesday, highlighting ongoing wildlife activity in the area.
Casper drivers face a detour when exit 186 northbound closes for I-25 construction starting Saturday, Oct.
24. The ramp is expected to reopen Tuesday, and drivers should use exit 185 or exit 187 (via Wyoming Boulevard or McKinley Street).
Casper City Council honored staff at Tuesday's meeting for earning the 2026 Wyoming Urban and Community Forestry Program of the Year award; the recognition follows the completion of the city’s first tree inventory and the launch of its inaugural arboretum that supports over 15,000 public trees.
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