Author: Brendan LaChance

Flavorful foraging: an intro to edible treats on Casper Mountain (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — Want to get a belly full of Casper Mountain berries? That may be more easily said than done. As she forages on public areas of the mountain,... Read more »

08/22/19 4:35 PM

Natrona County sales and use tax collections outpace three year average by 16.8%

08/21/19 4:48 PM

Casper’s employment and wages on the rise

CASPER, Wyo. — Casper has been adding new jobs this summer, according to an August economic indicators report. Casper counted 39,900 jobs in June, up 500 from 2018. “The total... Read more »

08/21/19 4:40 PM

Sage Park Playground re-opens in Casper

CASPER, Wyo. — Sage Park Playground in Casper is now re-open. The playground closed on July 29 to replace the “fall” material underneath the equipment. The new fall material is... Read more »

08/21/19 3:42 PM

Hogadon ‘Tune-up’ Day to celebrate 25 years with big 2019 party featuring ‘Red Butte’ (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — A proclamation from former Wyoming Governor Matt Mead declared every third Saturday in September Hogadon Basin “Tune-Up” Day. That event involves volunteers coming to help pick up... Read more »

08/21/19 2:59 PM

Census address canvassing begins in Casper

CASPER, Wyo. — Address canvassing efforts are underway in Casper as local organizers prepare for the 2020 United States Census. “This first major field operation has begun and will continue... Read more »

08/21/19 1:06 PM

Executive order aims to protect sage-grouse

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon issued an executive order on Wednesday, Aug. 21 to improve the state’s “Greater sage-grouse Core Area Protection Strategy.” “The new Executive Order streamlines... Read more »

08/21/19 12:34 PM

Expect night detours as Collins and Poplar paving begins

CASPER, Wyo. — Crews will begin paving at the intersection of Poplar and Collins Streets at 8 pm Wednesday, Aug. 21. The paving work is expected to continue through Friday,... Read more »

08/21/19 12:13 PM

Teachers share goals for the coming school year

CASPER, Wyo. — With the new school year approaching, Natrona County School District teachers are sharing some goals they have as kids prepare to return to class on September 3.... Read more »

08/21/19 11:24 AM

Burn pile starts grass fire near Cole Creek Road (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — A 1.7 acre fire near Cole Creek Road and West of Geary Dome Road has been contained. The fire is thought to have started when wind blew... Read more »

08/21/19 10:43 AM

Wyo. Department of Health warns of ‘Block Grant’ scams

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health warns that some residents have been targeted by some recent fraudulent activity. The scam involves individuals claiming to represent the Community Services... Read more »

08/21/19 10:24 AM

Wyo. DEQ: 4 current advisories warn of dangerous blue-green algae blooms

CASPER, Wyo. — At least four large bodies of water in Wyoming are experiencing harmful cyanobacterial blooms, which are also known as blue-green algae blooms. “Cyanobacteria…can form blooms that produce... Read more »

08/21/19 9:53 AM

Half-mile portion of Platte River restoration project cost down to about $2.5 million

CASPER, Wyo. — The project cost for a half-mile portion of the City of Casper’s Platte River restoration project is about $2.5 million. Shamrock Environmental Corporation has been selected to... Read more »

08/20/19 6:31 PM

City employee contributions to Wyoming Retirement System will be paid as ‘untaxed’

CASPER, Wyo. — The City of Casper will be making a change to how employee contributions to the Wyoming Retirement System are paid. Those payments will begin to be made... Read more »

08/20/19 6:26 PM

Three new canines to strengthen Casper Police Department K9 force

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Police Department will be adding three new members to their force. The city council approved the purchase of three canines during their Tuesday, Aug. 20... Read more »

08/20/19 6:25 PM

Annual fees for Casper ‘businesses affecting public health’ may be imposed

CASPER, Wyo. — A new $25 annual fee is proposed for campgrounds, hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, tattoo and cosmetic shops. These businesses will be added to the City of... Read more »

08/20/19 6:23 PM

Needed re-zoning nears completion for ‘Casper Housing Authority Campus’

CASPER, Wyo. — The former North Casper Elementary School property needs to be re-zoned before the Casper Housing Authority can begin transforming the facility. The housing authority plans to turn... Read more »

08/20/19 6:21 PM

Donations will allow night skiing project at Hogadon

CASPER, Wyo. — Hogadon Ski Area will see new lighting on at least two slopes. Providing lighting on the Boomerang and Park runs will come with an estimated cost of... Read more »

08/20/19 5:44 PM

Watch the Casper City Council meeting live

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council is holding a meeting starting at 6 pm on Tuesday, Aug. 20. That meeting can be viewed on Youtube. The council’s meeting packet... Read more »

08/20/19 5:34 PM

As summer winds down, fall activities registration open

CASPER, Wyo. — Summer is coming to a close as kids prepare to head back to school on Sept. 3. There are a variety of fall activities offered in Casper.... Read more »

08/20/19 2:48 PM

City provides updates on seven construction projects around town

CASPER, Wyo. — With various construction projects taking place on Casper streets this summer, the city has provided updates on some of these projects. The following projects are included in... Read more »

08/20/19 2:03 PM

After West Nile Virus detection, aerial mosquito spraying complete

CASPER, Wyo. — With West Nile Virus detected among a sample of mosquitoes near the Casper-Natrona County International Airport on Aug. 9, Natrona County Weed and Pest decided to conduct... Read more »

08/20/19 12:58 PM

Kids walking to school this year? Police provide safety tips

CASPER, Wyo. — With the new school year set to begin with classes starting Sept. 3, the Casper Police Department suggests parents and guardians keep a couple of things in... Read more »

08/20/19 12:32 PM

$50,000 grants available to Wyo. early childhood learning providers

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming school districts and nonprofit early childhood learning providers can apply for $50,000 grant awards. The Wyoming Department of Education helps administer these “Early Childhood Community Collaboration... Read more »

08/20/19 12:12 PM

With new options to meet Hathaway elective requirements, public comment sought

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Legislature passed the “Senate Enroll Act 20” in 2019, giving high school students more options to meet Hathaway scholarship elective requirements. “Prior to the new... Read more »

08/20/19 11:51 AM

‘Elemental Portraits’ kicks off Casper College art exhibits

CASPER, Wyo. — The first art exhibit of the 2019-2020 school year at Casper College is on display at the Goodstein Visual Arts Center. The exhibit is call “Elemental Portraits.”... Read more »

08/20/19 11:21 AM

BLM raises fire restrictions in Niobrara County

CASPER, Wyo. — Fire restrictions have been increased in Niobrara County due to dry conditions and high fire danger there. “Stage 1 fire restrictions on public lands administered by the... Read more »

08/20/19 11:00 AM

WHSAA working out details to offer high school girls’ fast-pitch softball

CASPER, Wyo. — With at least eight Wyoming high schools now committed to offering girls’ fast-pitch softball, the Wyoming High School Activities Association is working out the details of how... Read more »

08/20/19 10:54 AM

UW offering ‘Campus Pass’ tours Sept. 14, free football tickets to students

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming will be hosting “Campus Pass” tours beginning at 10:30 am Saturday, Sept. 14. “Students and families interested in learning more about the University... Read more »

08/20/19 10:31 AM

Public ideas sought to improve Wyoming State Fair

CASPER, Wyo. — The 107th Wyoming State Fair was held in Douglas from Aug. 13-17. A new online survey seeks public input to help improve the fair in coming years.... Read more »

08/20/19 9:55 AM

High school students can gain Early Childhood credentials at Pathways this year

CASPER, Wyo. — Pathways Innovation Center will be offering Natrona County School District high school students a new opportunity this school year. “Starting with this upcoming school year, NCSD High... Read more »

08/20/19 9:11 AM

‘Wyoming Cowboy Challenge Academy’ cadets can gain high school credit

CASPER, Wyo. — The Guernsey-based “Wyoming Cowboy Challenge Academy” is geared toward non-traditional students aged 16-18, including high school drop-outs or those at risk of dropping out. With the program... Read more »

08/19/19 4:52 PM

Artist submissions sought for ‘Sagebrush Sea’ juried show

CASPER, Wyo. — This year’s annual juried fine arts and crafts show at the Casper College Werner Wildlife Museum is titled “Sagebrush Sea.” “The show celebrates Wyoming’s wildlife and wild... Read more »

08/19/19 4:03 PM

Audiences to play a part in Stage III’s stagings of ‘Clue: The Musical’ (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — “Clue: The Musical” is coming to Casper’s Stage III Community Theatre. “Stage III Theatre presents Clue: The Musical everyone’s favorite board game turned into a musical,” the theatre’s announcement... Read more »

08/19/19 3:23 PM

New fire burning in Yellowstone, danger level raised

CASPER, Wyo. — A new fire was detected in Yellowstone National Park on Sunday, Aug. 18. That fire was caused by lighting and is located west of Dunraven Pass, according... Read more »

08/19/19 2:53 PM

New conservative group coordinator will push for Wyo. death penalty repeal in 2020, 2021

CASPER, Wyo. — There are 12 chapters of the “Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty” group across the country. The new Wyoming chapter’s first state coordinator is Kylie Taylor. “Being... Read more »

08/19/19 2:03 PM

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Author: Brendan LaChance

Flavorful foraging: an intro to edible treats on Casper Mountain (PHOTOS)

Priority transportation projects for the Casper area identified

Five Wyo. school districts awarded for enhancing breakfast programs

Wyo. Arts Council seeks nominees for 2019 Governor’s Arts Awards

Home sales prices rise in Casper as more are sold

Natrona County sales and use tax collections outpace three year average by 16.8%

Casper’s employment and wages on the rise

Sage Park Playground re-opens in Casper

Hogadon ‘Tune-up’ Day to celebrate 25 years with big 2019 party featuring ‘Red Butte’ (PHOTOS)

Census address canvassing begins in Casper

Executive order aims to protect sage-grouse

Expect night detours as Collins and Poplar paving begins

Teachers share goals for the coming school year

Burn pile starts grass fire near Cole Creek Road (PHOTOS)

Wyo. Department of Health warns of ‘Block Grant’ scams

Wyo. DEQ: 4 current advisories warn of dangerous blue-green algae blooms

Half-mile portion of Platte River restoration project cost down to about $2.5 million

City employee contributions to Wyoming Retirement System will be paid as ‘untaxed’

Three new canines to strengthen Casper Police Department K9 force

Annual fees for Casper ‘businesses affecting public health’ may be imposed

Needed re-zoning nears completion for ‘Casper Housing Authority Campus’

Donations will allow night skiing project at Hogadon

Watch the Casper City Council meeting live

As summer winds down, fall activities registration open

City provides updates on seven construction projects around town

After West Nile Virus detection, aerial mosquito spraying complete

Kids walking to school this year? Police provide safety tips

$50,000 grants available to Wyo. early childhood learning providers

With new options to meet Hathaway elective requirements, public comment sought

‘Elemental Portraits’ kicks off Casper College art exhibits

BLM raises fire restrictions in Niobrara County

WHSAA working out details to offer high school girls’ fast-pitch softball

UW offering ‘Campus Pass’ tours Sept. 14, free football tickets to students

Public ideas sought to improve Wyoming State Fair

High school students can gain Early Childhood credentials at Pathways this year

‘Wyoming Cowboy Challenge Academy’ cadets can gain high school credit

Artist submissions sought for ‘Sagebrush Sea’ juried show

Audiences to play a part in Stage III’s stagings of ‘Clue: The Musical’ (PHOTOS)

New fire burning in Yellowstone, danger level raised

New conservative group coordinator will push for Wyo. death penalty repeal in 2020, 2021

Crime

AP

Serial killer who preyed on gay men executed in Florida

Casper man recommended for charge of Child Endangerment with Meth

Recent Arrests (8/21/19)

NCSO seeks info on CRC escapee

Texas executes man in 1998 slaying of college student

Obituaries

AP

Billionaire David Koch, conservative donor, dies at age 79

Obituaries: Geuke, Webb, Marken

Obituaries: Hicks, Leggett, Johnson, Cook

Obituaries: West, Swanson, Romango

‘Easy Rider’ star and writer Peter Fonda has died at 79

Community

Arts

Acclaimed Violinist Sandy Cameron to share passion for music at Pops in Park concert

Check Out OC’s Top Events – Friday, August 23

Flavorful foraging: an intro to edible treats on Casper Mountain (PHOTOS)

Public input on proposed air ambulance Medicaid waiver sought

Priority transportation projects for the Casper area identified

Wyoming

AP

US fossil fuel official says tech can help coal industry

Flavorful foraging: an intro to edible treats on Casper Mountain (PHOTOS)

Charging bison damages rental car in Yellowstone (VIDEO)

Five Wyo. school districts awarded for enhancing breakfast programs

Powell may signal future rate cuts, but would they matter?

Promoted

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Donate Life Wyoming Scavenger Hunt “Honor. Celebrate. Recognize.”

2019 Casper Start-Up Challenge open for entries

Toy Town’s Lego Contest

4th Annual No Cost To You Sports Physicals

Emergency Room or walk-in clinic: Do you know where to go?

Galleries

Breaking News

Look back: 2017 Eclipse Festival put Casper on center stage (PHOTOS)

Summer comes to a close as Casper College students return to campus (Gallery)