Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
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🎓 Education
In Casper, a free filmmaking workshop for veterans will be held on the Casper College campus from December 5 to 7.
Ben Patton will lead the workshop—designed to help veterans work with professional filmmakers to share their stories and honor General Patton’s legacy.
Casper College honored Patsy O’Hearn and DeAnn Russell for 25 years of service at the volleyball scorer’s table during a recent game.
The scorer’s table has been renamed in their honor—marking their lasting dedication.
🏥 Health
Casper officials warned that carfentanil—a very strong synthetic opioid 100 times more powerful than fentanyl—is a growing health risk in the region as near-fatal overdoses were reported in late 2024 and the drug is often mixed with other drugs.
In another incident, Cheyenne authorities evacuated the Capitol on October 21 after a suspected bomb turned out to be a broken firework, and the building remains closed as investigators review the case.
Enroll Wyoming offers free help to residents as they explore health insurance options from Nov.
1 through Jan. 15—free, confidential assistance is provided by a statewide network of local counselors. The program partners with primary care offices and hospitals to ensure timely enrollment support—helping families navigate the Health Insurance Marketplace.
🏈 Sports
Casper College honored Patsy O’Hearn and DeAnn Russell for 25 years of service at the volleyball score table during a game at Swede Erickson Thunderbird Gymnasium—the school now names the table after them to mark their lasting contribution.
This ceremony highlights the duo’s dedicated role in supporting the volleyball program.
🎉 Casper Events
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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.
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