Author: Dan Cepeda

Retail in flux: When Macy’s closes, who fills the void

Casper native Jayme Grange felt a sense of melancholy as she picked through the racks at Macy’s in the Eastridge Mall last month. Only a couple of weeks earlier, Macy’s... Read more »

02/15/19 8:20 PM

Wyoming GOP leaders respond complaint against Senator who conflated homosexuality to bestiality, pedophilia

02/11/19 5:21 PM

Have-a-Heart Day at Woods teaches students to give (Photos)

Students aside their daily lessons for one larger lesson on Friday morning at Woods Learning Center. Instead of school work, students were busy making sandwiches for the needy, crafting Valentine’s... Read more »

02/08/19 2:19 PM

C85 Wonder Bar to close

The C85 Wonder Bar is reportedly closing permanently, according to an employee. An employee at the Wonder Bar reached by phone confirmed reports that the business was closing. The reports... Read more »

02/08/19 1:20 PM

‘Luau’ planned for David Street Station ice rink send off this Saturday

Mother Nature may have turned nearly all of Casper into an ice rink this week, but that’s no excuse not to enjoy a “luau” at the real ice rink. The... Read more »

02/07/19 3:29 PM

Some workers still unpaid after shutdown, dread what’s next

By MICHELLE R. SMITH , Associated Press Nearly two weeks after the end of the longest government shutdown in U.S history, many federal workers still have not received their back pay... Read more »

02/07/19 5:32 AM

Wyoming House defeats voter photo ID bill

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — The Wyoming House of Representatives has defeated a proposed measure to require voters to present photo identification before being allowed to cast a ballot. House Bill... Read more »

02/06/19 3:59 PM

Building destroyed by fire (Photo Gallery)

Emergency crews responded to reports of a fire and explosions at a shop on Bryan Stock Trail and Metro on Wednesday afternoon. Crews from Natrona County, Casper and Mills responded... Read more »

02/06/19 3:38 PM

Arctic blast puts Casper in deep freeze (Gallery)

Casper residents woke up to snow, icy roads and frigid temperatures on Wednesday morning. The National Weather Service in Riverton issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook and Winter Weather Advisory overnight,... Read more »

02/06/19 11:41 AM

Backstory: When Sears introduced ‘ultra modern’ shopping to Casper

Sears was once considered one of the most innovative and modern retailers in America. All that excitement and innovation seemed forgotten when Sears ended its run in Casper with barely... Read more »

02/04/19 3:10 PM

Now Hiring: The latest jobs in the Oil City

An executive director, costume shot assistant and member service representative are just some of the recent employment listings in Casper! Oil City Jobs, presented by Trademark Employment Services, is the... Read more »

02/01/19 8:46 AM

Paradise Valley DLI students celebrate Chinese New Year (Gallery)

Students at Paradise Valley Elementary performed a colorful musical play on Thursday morning celebrating the Chinese New Year. The play was performed entirely in the Chinese Mandarin language, which students... Read more »

02/01/19 7:34 AM

Officer Jacob Carlson retires, starts next chapter (Gallery)

Considering everything Casper Police Officer Jacob Carlson has experienced during his tenure on the police force, his gallows humor is firmly intact. “Having some gnarly scars and broken parts isn’t... Read more »

01/31/19 5:49 PM

Tyson recalls over 36,000 pounds of chicken nuggets

Tyson Foods is has issued a recall of its frozen chicken nuggets after consumers reported finding “extraneous materials, specifically rubber,” according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and... Read more »

01/30/19 6:50 PM

Natrona County Sheriff’s Office presents awards for bravery, service (Photos)

Sheriff Gus Holbrook handed out awards and certificates to mark acts of distinction and bravery in the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office during 2018. The awards are handed out annually to... Read more »

01/30/19 3:37 PM

Obituaries: Green, Cheney, Marcus, Cady

Dusty Ray Green, 30, of Casper, passed away Sunday January 20, 2019. He was born in La Mesa California on October 11, 1988 to Mark Green and Tina Tidball. He... Read more »

01/30/19 8:31 AM

Refinery group brought Wyoming “critical infrastructure” fight

January 29, 2019 by Andrew Graham, WyoFile A trade association representing oil refineries and petrochemical manufacturers across the country brought the controversial critical infrastructure bill to Wyoming, said lobbyist Matt... Read more »

01/30/19 5:25 AM

Deep freeze envelops Midwest, even stops the mail

Jan 30, 2019 By BLAKE NICHOLSON , Associated Press BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A deadly arctic deep freeze enveloped the Midwest, forcing widespread closure of schools, offices and prompting the... Read more »

01/30/19 5:07 AM

Crash in Sublette County claims 2 lives

Jan 29, 2019 PINEDALE, Wyo. (AP) — A two-car collision in western Wyoming has claimed the lives of two people. The Sublette County Sheriff’s Office says the accident occurred about... Read more »

01/29/19 5:09 PM

Apple to fix FaceTime bug that allows eavesdropping

Jan 29, 2019 By The Associated Press Apple has disabled a group-chat function in FaceTime after users said a software bug could let callers activate another person’s microphone remotely. With... Read more »

01/29/19 2:01 PM

Events roundup for Tuesday, Jan. 29

Harlem Wizards Basketball! Don’t miss this fun-filled, high flying & interactive community event featuring the world famous Harlem Wizards basketball team as they take on the Oil City Classics, a... Read more »

01/29/19 1:32 PM

Now Hiring: The latest jobs in the Oil City

A case manager, security officer and testing center specialist are just some of the recent employment listings in Casper! Oil City Jobs, presented by Trademark Employment Services, is the job... Read more »

01/29/19 5:26 AM

DOJ’s Whitaker says Russia probe ‘close’ to being completed

Jan 28, 2019 By MICHAEL BALSAMO and CHAD DAY , Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The special counsel’s Russia probe is “close to being completed,” the acting attorney general said... Read more »

01/29/19 5:07 AM

Obituaries: Crummer, Wall, Kutcher, Keller

Sharie Lee Crummer left for her eternal home Wednesday, January 24, 2019. Surrounded by family she willingly and faithfully entered the Lord’s presence. Sharie was born in Casper, WY on... Read more »

01/29/19 4:58 AM

Woman assisting mother with newborn arrested for methamphetamine possession

Casper Police arrested a woman at a home with small children on Friday night for possession of methamphetamine. According to a Casper Police affidavit, a Casper Police officer was assisting... Read more »

01/28/19 6:40 PM

Dems fear Trump re-election if ex-Starbucks CEO Schultz runs

Jan 28, 2019 By GENE JOHNSON and STEVE PEOPLES , Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — Some of the most influential forces in Democratic politics revolted Monday against former Starbucks CEO... Read more »

01/28/19 4:01 PM

Infrastructure protest bill back before Wyoming Legislature

Jan 28, 2019 By BOB MOEN , Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Another attempt is being made in the Wyoming Legislature to impose tougher penalties against protesters who intentionally... Read more »

01/28/19 1:45 PM

Trump rollbacks for fossil fuel industries carry steep cost

Jan 27, 2019 By MATTHEW BROWN , Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — As the Trump administration rolls back environmental and safety rules for the energy sector, government projections show... Read more »

01/28/19 1:41 PM

Casper Area Chamber of Commerce board chooses new executive director

The Casper Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced its new executive director. In a press release issued on Monday morning, the Chamber announced that Erin Helms will be... Read more »

01/28/19 12:20 PM

Government report says US budget deficit set to hit $897B

Jan 28, 2019 By ANDREW TAYLOR , Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A new government report says that the U.S. budget deficit is set to hit $897 billion this year... Read more »

01/28/19 11:37 AM

Authorities seek no-show Casper Reentry Center inmate

Law enforcement are looking for a Casper Reentry Center inmate who failed to return recently. According to the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office, Colton Michael DeCroo, 28, failed to return to... Read more »

01/28/19 11:31 AM

Recent Arrests (1/25-27/19)

Here is a recap of recent law enforcement activity. The recent arrests log represents law enforcement contact with individuals who were arrested, and the charges that are recommended against them.... Read more »

01/28/19 11:09 AM

Hazardous weather outlook issued for central Wyoming this week

The National Weather Service in Riverton has sent out a hazardous weather notice for central and western Wyoming for this week. The NWS calls for snow in the Bighorn Mountains... Read more »

01/28/19 9:10 AM

Gallery: Sled dogs take over Casper Mountain for annual Canines for Charity event

The distinct sound of howling dogs filled the air over the weekend on Casper Mountain. Sled dog enthusiasts from around the region gathered again for the annual Canines for Charity... Read more »

01/28/19 8:28 AM

Smaller government? Some Trump supporters cheer the shutdown

Jan 26, 2019 By WILL WEISSERT , Associated Press FORT HANCOCK, Texas (AP) — Donald Trump didn’t carry many parts of Texas’ heavily Democratic areas along the border with Mexico,... Read more »

01/28/19 5:51 AM

Alleged drunk driver causes accident, leaves scene on Sunday

Emergency crews responded to a two-car accident near the intersection of West Collins and South Poplar on Sunday afternoon. The truck came to a stop in front of Poplar Wine... Read more »

01/28/19 5:47 AM

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Author: Dan Cepeda

Retail in flux: When Macy’s closes, who fills the void

Amazon ditches New York headquarters

Chilly Valentine: Final skate of the season today at David Street Station

Wyoming lawmaker disputes account of controversial remarks

JC Burgers: Casper’s culinary time capsule still sizzling after 60 years

Wyoming GOP leaders respond complaint against Senator who conflated homosexuality to bestiality, pedophilia

Have-a-Heart Day at Woods teaches students to give (Photos)

C85 Wonder Bar to close

‘Luau’ planned for David Street Station ice rink send off this Saturday

Some workers still unpaid after shutdown, dread what’s next

Wyoming House defeats voter photo ID bill

Building destroyed by fire (Photo Gallery)

Arctic blast puts Casper in deep freeze (Gallery)

Backstory: When Sears introduced ‘ultra modern’ shopping to Casper

Now Hiring: The latest jobs in the Oil City

Paradise Valley DLI students celebrate Chinese New Year (Gallery)

Officer Jacob Carlson retires, starts next chapter (Gallery)

Tyson recalls over 36,000 pounds of chicken nuggets

Natrona County Sheriff’s Office presents awards for bravery, service (Photos)

Obituaries: Green, Cheney, Marcus, Cady

Refinery group brought Wyoming “critical infrastructure” fight

Deep freeze envelops Midwest, even stops the mail

Crash in Sublette County claims 2 lives

Apple to fix FaceTime bug that allows eavesdropping

Events roundup for Tuesday, Jan. 29

Now Hiring: The latest jobs in the Oil City

DOJ’s Whitaker says Russia probe ‘close’ to being completed

Obituaries: Crummer, Wall, Kutcher, Keller

Woman assisting mother with newborn arrested for methamphetamine possession

Dems fear Trump re-election if ex-Starbucks CEO Schultz runs

Infrastructure protest bill back before Wyoming Legislature

Trump rollbacks for fossil fuel industries carry steep cost

Casper Area Chamber of Commerce board chooses new executive director

Government report says US budget deficit set to hit $897B

Authorities seek no-show Casper Reentry Center inmate

Recent Arrests (1/25-27/19)

Hazardous weather outlook issued for central Wyoming this week

Gallery: Sled dogs take over Casper Mountain for annual Canines for Charity event

Smaller government? Some Trump supporters cheer the shutdown

Alleged drunk driver causes accident, leaves scene on Sunday

Crime

Crime

This week’s arrests (2/8/19 – 2/14/19)

Woman arrested on multiple recommended drug charges at Casper grocery store

Mills woman arrested on warrants, police allege drug possession

Recent Arrests (2/14/19)

Police report woman found with drugs, after she requests to be taken to jail

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Reiss, Kennedy, Ellis

Obituaries: Cotton, Hagerott, Hockaday

Chuck Green, who reported on Oswald’s death for AP, dies

Obituaries: Lehman, Williams

Obituaries: Short, McClew

Community

City

Retail in flux: When Macy’s closes, who fills the void

Casper College Humanities Festival hosts performances and presentations

Recent Births (1/28/19 – 2/10/19)

Events roundup for weekend of Feb. 15-17

Further details released in Friday fire

Wyoming

Emergency

WHP credits safety belts with saving multiple lives in four-vehicle crash

Wyoming lawmakers advance energy equipment tax break

I-80 reopened in Wyoming; winter storm in western Wyoming

Vets’ nursing facility bill not done yet as House concurrence vote fails

Yellowstone proceeds with river bridge replacement plan

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Galleries

City

JC Burgers: Casper’s culinary time capsule still sizzling after 60 years

Have-a-Heart Day at Woods teaches students to give (Photos)

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