CASPER, Wyo. — The City of Casper Recreation Department, in partnership with the Casper Recreational Leagues Association, is getting ready for its 38th Annual Casper Open Volleyball Tournament. Set for Nov. 11–12, the event is regarded as one of the largest adult volleyball tournaments in the region, according to a City of Casper press release. […]
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Postmodern Jukebox to kick off 2024 tour in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — The popular touring act Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox will perform a show next February at the Ford Wyoming Center. According to a release, the concert takes place on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. The concert is part of a tour celebrating the group’s 10th anniversary and marking the anticipated 1,000th show in 2024. […]
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Wyoming’s largest craft fair seeks vendors for upcoming event
CASPER, Wyo. — Vendor booths are still up for grabs for Wyoming’s largest craft fair, hosted by the Community Recreation Foundation. The event, featuring over 150 vendors across 200 booths, celebrates local artistry and serves as an early start to holiday shopping, according to a press release by the City of Casper. It’s set for […]
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Former NFL, UW player Tanner Gentry among speakers at 2023 LIFT Wyoming conference in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — Former University of Wyoming player and Buffalo Bills wide receiver Tanner Gentry will be one of three speakers at this year’s annual LIFT Wyoming Conference on Wednesday. The one-day event is aimed at inspiring leadership skills in high school students. This is the fifth year for the event, which takes place at […]
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Casper church to host community hay rides
CASPER, Wyo. — A Casper church is offering free hay rides and family activities this coming Saturday, Sept. 30. According to an events post on social media, the Casper Community Hay Ride will take place at the Mills Spring Ranch from 2 to 5 p.m. The event on Casper Mountain will feature food, live Christian […]
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KWHS to host Trojan Tailgate homecoming week celebration today
CASPER, Wyo. — Kelly Walsh High School fans can celebrate their school pride on Monday, Sept. 25 during the Trojan Tailgate. The event is open to all KWHS students, staff, families and alumni, according to a flyer promoting the party. The event will feature food trucks, music, yard games, a photo booth, prizes for students […]
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(PHOTOS) All ages enjoy third day of horse racing
CASPER, Wyo. — The annual Championships of Champions Indian Relay Races concluded at the Central Wyoming Fairgrounds on Sunday, with hundreds filling the stands to see one of the highest levels of horse racing in the Midwest. The event’s third day kicked off with a live auction, followed by youth races and the adult championship […]
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Jazz festival fundraiser set for Oct. 13
CASPER, Wyo. — A fundraiser for the Kinser Jazz Festival will be held on Friday, Oct. 13 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the M Building, 234 E. 1st St. “This will be an evening of great food, great local beverages, fun games, a silent auction, laughter and, of course, great music,” said Joshua R. […]
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(PHOTOS) Indian Relay Races delight hundreds
CASPER, Wyo. — The Championships of Champions Indian Relay Races are back in town this weekend, and over the past two days, hundreds have flocked to the Central Wyoming Fairgrounds for the festivities. Dozens of top-level riders from across the country are taking part in the competition, with teams traveling from Arizona, Idaho, Montana, North […]
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Franc D’Ambrosio to perform musical theater staples in ‘Back to Broadway’ show
CASPER, Wyo. — Fans of musical theater are in luck, as illustrious artist Franc D’Ambrosio is bringing his show “Back to Broadway” to the First United Methodist Church on Saturday. The show is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. and will run until roughly 9 p.m. Ticket prices range from $5 to $13. The church […]
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(PHOTOS) Third annual Art in the Park a hit
CASPER, Wyo. — Hundreds of Wyoming artists and art lovers filled Mike Sedar Park today, taking part in the annual Art in the Park, hosted by Art on the Go. “I’m extremely happy with how it’s been going so far today,” Art on the Go president James Short said. “Turnout is way better than years […]
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Fort Caspar Museum to host ‘Ghost Investigations’ in October
CASPER, Wyo. — The Fort Caspar Museum is hosting its annual “Ghost Investigations at Fort Caspar” starting next month. According to a message on social media, tickets go on sale on Oct. 3 and start at $15 per person. They are first-come, first-served and are available at the museum or by calling 307-235-8462. “The ten-person […]
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Register now for inspiration, leadership event in Casper
The University of Wyoming Extension event on Wednesday, Sept.27, is 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Inaugural Casper Heritage Harvest Festival to feature Halloween traditions of old
CASPER, Wyo. — Come October, people will be able to get into the Halloween spirit with several local spooky offerings while learning about many bygone traditions of the witching season, thanks to the inaugural Casper Heritage Harvest Festival. Scheduled for Oct. 25–31, the festival is a partnership between Theater of the Poor, The Casper Ghostbuster […]
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Casper outdoor ice rink returning after last-season shutdown
Nov. 25, the official start of the Christmas shopping season in downtown Casper, will also mark the first day of outdoor ice skating at David Street Station this winter.
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2023 Wyoming Symphony Orchestra season launches with ‘Prelude’ event at ‘M’ Building
CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra’s 74th concert season is set to kick off, starting this week with “Prelude” — a fundraising event featuring music, food and cocktails — on Thursday, Sept. 21 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. According to a release from the WSO, the historic midcentury “M” Building will be home to […]
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Casper Roughnecks to kick off season with free home opener
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Roughnecks are set to face the Rogue Valley Royals in their season home-opener at the Casper Ice Arena, 1801 E. 4th St., on Friday, Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. In a welcoming gesture to fans, the inaugural game will be open to the public free of charge. “Let’s pack the rink […]
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Record-breaking attendance at College National Final Rodeo in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — The College National Final Rodeo, or CNFR, witnessed a historic attendance this year at the Ford Wyoming Center, with the Saturday session selling out for the first time. According to Sarah Neely of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, over 29,000 tickets were distributed. “We were thrilled to see the Ford Wyoming Center […]
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Art on the Go presents Art in the Park
CASPER, Wyo. — Mike Sedar Park is set to host the third annual Art in the Park Festival on Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presented by Art on the Go, attendees can expect a vibrant blend of music, diverse food trucks, engaging activities for kids and an array of skilled artists and […]
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Audubon Rockies to host pair of listening sessions in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — Audubon Rockies will host a pair of listening sessions in Casper on Sept. 28, with the goal of better understanding what people want out of the group, how to improve involvement and how to better incorporate ways people want to connect to wildlife and the outdoors. A family option will be held […]
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Wyoming public hearings continue on controversial power rate increase
CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Public Service Commission is set to hold its third round of public hearings on the proposed Rocky Mountain Power rate increase. Today’s meeting will take place in Riverton but can be attended online through Zoom. Rocky Mountain Power wants to hike prices by nearly 22%, a request that’s primarily driven […]
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Bring a camera to a local state park for Wyoming Walks on Monday
The free Sept. 18 event starts at 5:45 p.m. at Edniss Kimball Wilkins State Park. Meet at the Platte River Shelter parking lot.
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(PHOTOS) Green Acres Corn Maze returns for 12th year
CASPER, Wyo. — Over the years, the Green Acres Corn Maze has become one of the area’s most beloved seasonal attractions. Now in its 12th year, this weekend marks the maze’s return. Each year, the corn maze features a theme, and prior themes have included superheroes, Charlie Brown and the Super Mario video game franchise. […]
