Good morning, Casper.

The City of Casper will host a family-friendly Halloween trick-or-treat event on October 31 from 3 to 5 p.m. at City Hall — the Hall of Justice and fire stations will also offer treats for children in costume.

Casper’s Birds N Bucks food drive will run on November 21 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Walmart East—donations of turkeys and cash will be collected to help families in need this Thanksgiving.

The food distribution will occur on November 22 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lifesteps Campus on East 12th Street, with local radio and housing authority teams and volunteers on site.

Natrona County School District 1 lost 428 students this year, which has reduced state funding and put pressure on the 2026–2027 budget process.

The Board of Trustees set core goals—such as keeping staff pay competitive and facilities maintained—to address these financial challenges.

Natrona County School District 1 trustees praised the Jae Foundation partnership on Monday to promote mental health and suicide prevention in local schools.

They also approved a $49,500 donation of fitness equipment from Planet Fitness for use in several schools — a move to support student well-being.

Casper City Council will consider a new crosswalk today at Poplar and Granada after a Southridge Elementary student was hit and broke his arm in a late August biking accident.

The project will cost about $370 (for striping) and $725 (for signage) to improve safety for children.

Casper City Council is considering a new marked crosswalk at Poplar and Granada to boost safety after a Southridge Elementary student was hit by a vehicle in August—he broke his arm and the driver said he was speeding in a busy area with over 500 cars at peak times.

The proposed crosswalk, costing about $1,095 in total for striping and signage, is part of an effort to protect cyclists and pedestrians near schools.

Casper was ranked 6 overall in WalletHub’s study of Safest Cities in America—marking the third consecutive year the city has placed in the top ten.

City officials said local police, fire, and emergency teams and city workers work together to keep Casper safe.

In Casper, fall brings bright colors and warm moments as children jump in leaf piles and neighbors share warm drinks—locals enjoy the crisp air and natural beauty that signals the season before winter comes.

The Wyoming Coaches Association released a list of 60 runners who earned All-State cross country awards last Saturday at the state championships—Sheridan’s Kayley Alicke reached a rare milestone by earning her fourth award as several runners received their second and third honors.

S-38 and the Interstellar War

7:30 p.m. — Stage III Community Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an intergalactic battle as S-38 confronts an alien fleet in a thrilling space adventure.

Casper Public Car Auction

11:30 AM — 2305 Salt Creek Hwy, Casper, WY — Free registration — Discover unbeatable deals on over 300,000 salvage cars available for bidding.

Jim Curry - John Denver Tribute

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Natrona County High School — Check event page for costs — Celebrate the music of John Denver with a tribute performance by Jim Curry.

Great American PRCA Rodeo

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — The Arena at the Central Wyoming Fairgrounds — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of rodeo action in Casper, WY.