After a busy two days, the Wyoming Pop Culture Con is hoping to bring even more attendees to its first-ever event, which is why it’s offering free admission all day on Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The purpose of this, according to event founder and organizer Karla Sims, is to expose as many […]

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A place at the table: Wyoming Pop Culture Con will offer something for everybody
Fade In: On the boy holding a comic book in his shaking hands as he walks down the hallway of his school. It’s childish, maybe, to be brandishing this Batman graphic novel like a shield in front of his chest…but he doesn’t care. Some people snicker, some people sneer. What these other kids don’t realize […]
Worth a thousand words: Casper College Photography Suite named after WPDN attorney Frank Neville
They say a picture is worth a thousand words and nobody knows that more than WPDN partner Frank Neville. Neville, in addition to his work as one of the most well-respected attorneys in Wyoming and beyond, is also a part-time photographer. His love and dedication to the craft has led the rest of WPDN to […]
Wyoming Behavioral Institute: Help your child stay mentally healthy this summer
Wyoming Behavioral Institute wants to help you find new ways to support your child’s well-being. Helping children and teens maintain their mental health is more important than ever. Focus on helping them improve handling stress and relating to others by encouraging social interactions and emotional awareness. Ideas for maintaining mental health this summer: Try a […]
Introducing Bucktrout Outfitters: Wyoming’s newest fly fishing outfitter
Guiding you through the wilds of Wyoming is locally owned and operated Bucktrout Outfitters. As Wyoming’s newest fly-fishing guide service and outfitter, Bucktrout Outfitters (BTO) provides unmatched experiences for their guests on the rivers they call home. While they can’t promise the wind won’t blow, they can promise an unforgettable adventure where guests are reeling […]
The race is on: Mike Sedar BMX is now open
Welcome to Mike Sedar BMX: Bicycle Racing!! The track is staffed entirely by volunteers who provide children and adults with an exciting family-oriented recreational activity that teaches the value of hard work, perseverance and a sense of community. Completely updated in 2022, the Casper BMX facility has new asphalt corners, safety gate, concrete starting hill, registration building and […]
Central Wyoming Senior Services presented Casper ‘A Night at the Races’
Central Wyoming Senior Services, (aka CWSS or The Casper Senior Center) was in need of a large, annual fundraising event. One that the folks of Natrona County would look forward to every year! Jennifer Rohrer, who serves as the chair of the Future Planning Committee, came up with the idea after visiting her father out […]
Wyoming Behavioral Institute: Don’t let discrimination stand in the way of your mental health well-being
As part of Pride Month, the Wyoming Behavioral Institute is asking for awareness of the mental health issues LGBTQ+ individuals may face, and the importance of providing help. Focusing on the Mental Health of the LGBTQ+ Community Members of the LGBTQ+ community struggle with mental health issues at a rate significantly higher than the general population. […]
Five ways Natrona County parents can help prevent underage drinking this summer
Kids in Wyoming use alcohol more than any other substance, and it’s a problem that can lead to amultitude of consequences. In fact, 90% of addiction problems begin during children’s teen years,meaning it’s a critical time for parents to get involved in underage drinking prevention for their child.With summer break just getting started, Healthy Natrona […]
Best kept secret: The story of The Montessori School of Casper
Maria Montessori didn’t intend to change the world. Her goals, while lofty, were not intended to shape an entire educational landscape. She never wanted to be featured on Italian bank notes or have schools or curriculums named after her. When Montessori graduated from Regio Istituto Tecnico Leonardo da Vinci in 1890, at the age of […]
Natrona County Republican Party hosting ‘Meet and Greet Potluck’ on Wednesday
Join the Natrona County Republican Party for a Pot-Luck Meet and Greet on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at Crossroads Adventure Park, located at 1101 North Poplar in Casper, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. We will meet under the canopy. Meet our local politicians; enjoy some wonderful food and comradery; and hear from our own […]
Casper College Hosting Rocky Mountain Cybersecurity Symposium
You never think it can happen to you. Cybersecurity attacks can happen to anyone at any time. In fact, just two years ago, two Wyoming colleges were the victims of cyberattacks. Similarly, hospitals, pipelines — even meat processing plants have been attacked in recent years, and the ways to combat these attacks are so much […]
Casper Christian School exists to ‘Raise Up’ a new generation of Christ followers
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 School is a fundamental part of a young person’s life. When a child’s mind is in the pivotal stages of development, that’s when you want to fill it with the important things; […]
Camp Hope Wyoming invites community to annual fundraiser and Poker Run on June 3
The community is invited to Camp Hope’s annual fundraiser on Saturday, June 3 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Beacon Club, 4100 W. Yellowstone Highway in Mills. The fundraiser will also coincide with the Poke-R Run for Camp Hope, which begins with a breakfast at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church at 701 S. Wolcott […]
Hospice Nursing: A Work of Heart
“For the sick, it’s important to have the best.” — Florence Nightingale May is National Nurses Month, which seems insufficient time to celebrate the skill, compassion and hard work of nurses all over the world. Although all nurses deserve to be recognized, it takes a special heart to become a hospice nurse, and we at […]
New Federal Healthcare Changes Require Residents to be Proactive
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Several Wyoming residents have recently lost Medicaid coverage as part of Medicaid Redeterminations that began April 1. Those who qualify may be able to find health insurance coverage at reduced costs with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming (BCBSWY) through Healthcare.gov during the Special Enrollment Period (SEP). The current SEP for those […]
Brain Injury Advocates of Wyoming Hosting Golf Tournament June 10
Brain Injury Advocates of Wyoming would like to invite golfers of all skill levels to join us for our first-ever Golf Tournament on June 10th, 2023! Brain Injury Advocates of Wyoming is a nonprofit organization that serves an average of 730 individuals each year! We serve individuals through Waiver Case Management, Representative Payee Services, Supported […]
Teton Powwow and Native American showcase in Jackson
Jackson, Wyo. — Central Wyoming College and Native American Jump Start present Teton Powwow and Native American Showcase: Community Education Program and Dance Showcase on Friday, May 19 and Saturday, May 20. Jackson Hole and the surrounding region are ancestral lands for Indigenous Peoples and are valued for their unique natural and scenic resources. Indigenous knowledge keepers will share their rich […]
Mountain West Technologies wins Casper Area Chamber of Commerce ‘Member of the Year’ award
Recently it was announced that Mountain West Technologies had won the Casper Area Chamber of Commerce “Member of the Year” award. This announcement was made at the Casper Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards banquet, which acknowledges many of the individuals and businesses that continue to positively impact Casper and surrounding areas throughout the year. […]
Busy summer ahead? Have ‘Eat Wyoming’ stock your fridge
At Eat Wyoming, we know that you want to be local. For this, you need Wyoming-grown. Yet, you don’t have time to hunt down farm-fresh eggs, sun-ripened tomatoes, or the closest beef. For your convenience, Wyoming farmers and ranchers work with the statewide food hub EatWyoming.com to offer online ordering and delivery. Now, you can […]
Wellness Matters owners offering chance for community to ‘Restart’ their weight-loss journey
“Everybody always needs a place to start,” Wellness Matters owner Sam Knight stated. “Where do you start?” It’s a good question. When it comes to anything that’s hard, anything that takes time, anything that requires investment, the hardest part is, well, starting. Whether you’re a writer looking at a blank page or a chef looking […]
WATCH: First-Person Rollover Crash Footage
Injury Prevention Resources recently shared a video of a first-person rollover crash. The crash itself was a simulation, and no humans were harmed during the production. However, the video does showcase what it could potentially look like if somebody were to be involved in a rollover crash. The video utilized a dummy in its crash […]
In your corner: Jen Galloway FNP-C offering primary and functional medicine care in Casper
Seven years ago, when Jennifer Galloway was told that she had an autoimmune disorder called Hashimoto’s Disease, it didn’t take her long to figure out her next step. She wasn’t going to cry. She wasn’t going to wallow. She wasn’t going to let it define her life. She was going to fight it. And she […]