🌱 City Council Working On Utility Costs + A New Hockey Team In Town

Good morning, Casper! I'm Sean Peek, and I'll be your new source for all the events, news, and general happenings in your town. Here is everything you need to know today in five minutes or less.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Cooler with rain. High: 54 Low: 42.
• Friday: Morning rain; cloudy, cool. High: 53 Low: 40.

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Here are the top three stories today in Casper:

1. The Casper City Council members have agreed to contract with the Low Income Home Water Assistance Program to assist low-income households with their water and wastewater bills. Although there are potential legal concerns with the contract language, other municipalities in Wyoming have found the program to be beneficial. The city is not currently a provider vendor, but if they become one, they can accept program funds for eligible clients — although there are uncertainties about the number of eligible citizens and potential risks of non-payment. (Oil City News)
2. Casper is home to the newest hockey team, The Casper Roughnecks, a franchise in the USPHL Premier Conference; the team will join the Northwest Division for the 2023-24 season. The team replaces the former Rock Springs Prospectors, which was sold to the NCDC group and rebranded as the Rock Springs Grizzlies. The Roughnecks, owned by Danny Randall and his silent partners, aim to revive junior hockey in Casper and have received support from the community and local youth hockey organizations. (Oil City News)
3. The Wyoming state record for a Longnose Sucker has been broken yet again. Last year the record was set by a local Casper man, Christopher Bobo for catching a Longnose Sucker over two pounds. This year's record by was broken by a Riverton man whose fish weighed in at over three pounds. (K2 Radio)

Today and tomorrow in Casper:

Thursday, May 11

• NA Meeting At United Christ Of Church (6:00 PM)

Friday, May 12

• Casper Arms Show At Central Wyoming Fairgrounds (All Day)
• Celebrate Recovery Service At Highland Park Community Church (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The US National Weather Service has issued a severe weather threat until Friday, May 12 for Natrona County. The possibility of flash flooding, high winds, and hail are all possible during that time. (US National Weather Service Riverton Wyoming via Facebook)
• Next week is Police Week! Join the Casper Police Department on May 16 at 5:00 p.m. for a free BBQ cookout. The evening will also include an ice cream truck, games, and music. (Casper Police Department via Facebook)
• YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a national initiative to promote the health and well-being of children and families. This free event Jun. 3 in Natrona County offers various activities, giveaways, and free lunches, encouraging kids to stay active and engaged throughout the summer. (YMCA of Natrona County via Facebook)

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— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.