Author: Dan Cepeda

NWS: Casper low dips to near record minus 5, Riverton and Greybull set new records

CASPER, Wyo. – Winter-like low temperatures covered Wyoming overnight Thursday and into Friday morning. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, Casper recorded a low of minus 5 degrees... Read more »

04/04/20 3:55 PM

Bottoms up: Casper liquor trends shift in era of social distancing

04/03/20 11:36 AM

Recent storm brought 8 inches of snow to Casper area

04/03/20 5:36 AM

Casper music instructors use digital tools to keep some ‘normalcy’ in age of COVID-19

04/02/20 2:16 PM

During COVID-19 shutdowns, Casper restaurants improvise and hit the curb

04/01/20 1:32 PM

Wyoming Medical Society urges tougher action against COVID-19 as governor holds line

03/31/20 11:48 AM

Casper volunteers step up to sew protective medical clothing (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – Skilled seamstresses and quilt-makers have always taken their craft seriously. Over the past few weeks as it becomes clear that sewing can potentially save lives, that seriousness... Read more »

03/30/20 12:44 PM

New Wyoming unemployment claims spike 359 percent

CASPER, Wyo. – The latest unemployment insurance claims from the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services show the immediate effect of the coronavirus pandemic on Wyoming’s workforce. According to Wyoming Department... Read more »

03/27/20 3:01 PM

Data shows Wyoming gets solid ‘F’ for social distancing in COVID-19 era

CASPER, Wyo. – A data firm has built an interactive map using data and statistics it has gathered to score states and counties on social distancing practices. The data company... Read more »

03/25/20 11:53 AM

WSO cancels remainder of season, reschedules key programming for next year

CASPER, Wyo. – The COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost every aspect of life, and the arts is no exception. The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra was forced to cancel its March program... Read more »

03/23/20 2:53 PM

Casper business helps parents occupy homebound kids during coronavirus closures

CASPER, Wyo. – Artisan Alley was doing well just a week ago. There was no shortage of people making appointments for wine and painting dates, kids crafting activities and birthday... Read more »

03/20/20 11:28 AM

Up to 3-hour wait times as Wyoming workers call for unemployment benefits

CASPER, Wyo. – Official unemployment figures for March may not be available for weeks, but anecdotal evidence says more Wyoming workers are filing for state unemployment benefits. According to the... Read more »

03/20/20 9:18 AM

7 days: The week Casper responded to coronavirus (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – It was only a week ago. On Thursday morning, March 12, Casper’s hotels were full, and just like every year for decades, the first day of 3A/4A... Read more »

03/19/20 12:19 PM

Wyoming Food Bank sees ‘uptick’ in food need as COVID-19 affects Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. – With the sudden impact of COVID-19 shutdowns on top of an energy sector that was already slowing, Wyoming Food Bank of the Rockies is already seeing a... Read more »

03/18/20 12:20 PM

Wyoming-owned theater chain goes dark as coronavirus spreads

CASPER, Wyo. – Wyoming’s Casper-based Movie Palaces, Inc., announced it was temporarily closing all of its theaters today. The announcement was made on social media and their website, and all... Read more »

03/17/20 10:49 AM

‘Devastating:’ Casper’s business community reels as visitors flee during coronavirus era

CASPER, Wyo. – Staff at the Rib and Chop House in downtown Casper spent days last week prepping ribs, a special off-menu item intended to delight the hundreds of hungry... Read more »

03/16/20 12:45 PM

As schools close, daycare providers struggle with path forward during COVID-19 pandemic

CASPER, Wyo. – On Sunday, Wyoming’s governor and superintendent recommended state public schools close starting today through at least the beginning of April. The majority, if not all school districts,... Read more »

03/16/20 6:06 AM

Walmart adjusts hours for coronavirus preparations

Walmart is adjusting its hours and operations in response to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. According to an announcement on its website, 24-hour stores will now close overnight to allow employees... Read more »

03/15/20 6:52 AM

Usually places of comfort, Wyoming churches forced to face coronavirus

CASPER, Wyo. – Highland Park Community Church posted a calming message on its website on Friday. “As Christians we have an opportunity to demonstrate faith over fear,” it said. “That... Read more »

03/15/20 5:45 AM

Douglas hospital reports possible COVID-19 case, restricts visitors

CASPER, Wyo. – The Memorial Hospital of Converse County says it has a possible case of coronavirus. According to a post on their website, the hospital admitted a patient suspected... Read more »

03/14/20 6:37 PM

Second Wyoming coronavirus case ‘warrants special attention’

CASPER, Wyo – The Wyoming Department of Health (WHD) issued a release stating that the coronavirus COVID-19 case of a Fremont County person “signals potential local community spread and warrants... Read more »

03/14/20 3:28 PM

Spring college rodeos canceled, CNFR still a go

The Central Rocky Mountain Region (CRMR) announced it is canceling the first three rodeos of the spring season. According to a release from the University of Wyoming, the cancelations in... Read more »

03/13/20 4:41 PM

Coronavirus: WMC announces ER visitor restrictions

CASPER, Wyo. – The Wyoming Medical Center has issued a statement regarding visitors to the ER during the global coronavirus outbreak. The WMC says only two visitors per patient will... Read more »

03/13/20 4:22 PM

Special Olympics of Wyoming suspends activities through May

CASPER, Wyo. – The Special Olympics of Wyoming has announced they will suspend activities through the end of May, joining a growing number of organizations preparing to fight the spread... Read more »

03/13/20 3:47 PM

LCSD suspends assemblies, events, field trips in response to coronavirus outbreak

The Laramie County School District announced it will suspend all scheduled district events until after spring break. In a release, the LCSD said the events include assemblies and field trips.... Read more »

03/13/20 3:39 PM

Meals on Wheels deals with serving Casper’s most vulnerable during coronavirus outbreak

CASPER, Wyo. – Organizers at Casper’s Meals on Wheels are used to helping some of Natrona County’s most vulnerable citizens. Now as the threat of COVID-19 spreads, the organization that... Read more »

03/13/20 12:26 PM

Long-term Wyo senators Bebout and Coe to retire

Fremont County Senator Eli Bebout and Park County Senator Hank Coe have announced their retirement. According to a release, the senators with a combined State Legislature service record of 60... Read more »

03/13/20 9:03 AM

Sheridan College student and faculty member placed in quarantine on Thursday

A faculty member and a student have been placed in quarantine for possible exposure to COVID-19. Sheridan College president Dr. Walt Tribley made the announcement on Wednesday afternoon, one day... Read more »

03/13/20 5:29 AM

Wyoming’s 1st coronavirus patient given ‘appropriate follow up’

Wyoming’s first confirmed case of coronavirus was announced on Wednesday to be a woman in Sheridan County who had recently “traveled domestically.” Wyoming Department of Health PIO Kim Deti said... Read more »

03/12/20 3:38 PM

Dowell: Cancelling tournaments a ‘no brainer’

CASPER, Wyo. – Describing the coronavirus outbreak as a “moving target,” Natrona County Health Officer Dr. Mark Dowell discussed his decision to cancel the 2020 State High School 3A/4A Basketball... Read more »

03/12/20 2:05 PM

Confusion, ‘shock,’ as fans and athletes learn of state tournament cancellation

CASPER, Wyo. – Natrona County High School junior Ruby Salazar was on the court with her teammates warming up for their quarterfinal game against cross-town rivals KWHS on Thursday morning.... Read more »

03/12/20 11:38 AM

NWS: Snow likely this morning, blustery winds later in day

CASPER, Wyo. – Light snow and likely slick roads are in store for the morning commute on Thursday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Riverton. The NWS says... Read more »

03/12/20 5:36 AM

WDH: First coronavirus case reported in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. – The Wyoming Department of Health said in a release on Wednesday evening that Wyoming has identified it’s first coronavirus case within the state. According to the release,... Read more »

03/11/20 7:31 PM

Coronavirus now a pandemic, however ‘This is not a panic situation’ in Wyoming

Update: The Wyoming Department of Health reported its the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Wyoming, hours after this story was first published. CASPER, Wyo. – The coronavirus isn’t in... Read more »

03/11/20 11:22 AM

NWS: Some snow possible tonight, gusts over 40 mph today

CASPER, Wyo. – A chance of snow is in the forecast for tonight through Thursday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service in Riverton. The moisture comes after a day... Read more »

03/11/20 5:11 AM

Denver cancels St. Patrick’s Day Parade due to coronavirus concerns

Denver has become the latest American big city to start preventative measures as COVID-19 continues to spread. Officials announced today that the annual Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade scheduled for... Read more »

03/10/20 2:34 PM

Wyoming author C.J. Box promotes new book, announces second TV series

CASPER, Wyo. – To dedicated fans, Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett feels as real as the Wyoming wind. “His characters are real, they have real problems and real issues,” said... Read more »

03/10/20 7:11 AM

WDH: Contrary to reports, COVID-19 testing is available in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. – Tests for suspected cases of coronavirus can be tested by the state lab in Cheyenne, according to the Wyoming Health Department. A report published by NPR earlier... Read more »

03/06/20 4:00 PM

Music and art bring joy to dementia patients

CASPER, Wyo. – In 1874, Russian composer Modest Mussorgsky ambled through a gallery displaying his close friend Viktor Hartmann’s paintings. The experience, and likely Hartmann’s paintings, would’ve been forgotten blips... Read more »

03/06/20 6:23 AM

Dramatic video emerges of deadly Interstate 80 pileup

CASPER, Wyo. – Dramatic video of a deadly pileup on Interstate 80 between Wamsutter and Rawlins on March 1, surfaced on Thursday afternoon. The video was posted on YouTube by... Read more »

03/05/20 8:29 PM

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Author: Dan Cepeda

NWS: Casper low dips to near record minus 5, Riverton and Greybull set new records

Bottoms up: Casper liquor trends shift in era of social distancing

Recent storm brought 8 inches of snow to Casper area

Casper music instructors use digital tools to keep some ‘normalcy’ in age of COVID-19

During COVID-19 shutdowns, Casper restaurants improvise and hit the curb

Wyoming Medical Society urges tougher action against COVID-19 as governor holds line

Casper volunteers step up to sew protective medical clothing (PHOTOS)

New Wyoming unemployment claims spike 359 percent

Data shows Wyoming gets solid ‘F’ for social distancing in COVID-19 era

WSO cancels remainder of season, reschedules key programming for next year

Casper business helps parents occupy homebound kids during coronavirus closures

Up to 3-hour wait times as Wyoming workers call for unemployment benefits

7 days: The week Casper responded to coronavirus (PHOTOS)

Wyoming Food Bank sees ‘uptick’ in food need as COVID-19 affects Wyoming

Wyoming-owned theater chain goes dark as coronavirus spreads

‘Devastating:’ Casper’s business community reels as visitors flee during coronavirus era

As schools close, daycare providers struggle with path forward during COVID-19 pandemic

Walmart adjusts hours for coronavirus preparations

Usually places of comfort, Wyoming churches forced to face coronavirus

Douglas hospital reports possible COVID-19 case, restricts visitors

Second Wyoming coronavirus case ‘warrants special attention’

Spring college rodeos canceled, CNFR still a go

Coronavirus: WMC announces ER visitor restrictions

Special Olympics of Wyoming suspends activities through May

LCSD suspends assemblies, events, field trips in response to coronavirus outbreak

Meals on Wheels deals with serving Casper’s most vulnerable during coronavirus outbreak

Long-term Wyo senators Bebout and Coe to retire

Sheridan College student and faculty member placed in quarantine on Thursday

Wyoming’s 1st coronavirus patient given ‘appropriate follow up’

Dowell: Cancelling tournaments a ‘no brainer’

Confusion, ‘shock,’ as fans and athletes learn of state tournament cancellation

NWS: Snow likely this morning, blustery winds later in day

WDH: First coronavirus case reported in Wyoming

Coronavirus now a pandemic, however ‘This is not a panic situation’ in Wyoming

NWS: Some snow possible tonight, gusts over 40 mph today

Denver cancels St. Patrick’s Day Parade due to coronavirus concerns

Wyoming author C.J. Box promotes new book, announces second TV series

WDH: Contrary to reports, COVID-19 testing is available in Wyoming

Music and art bring joy to dementia patients

Dramatic video emerges of deadly Interstate 80 pileup

Crime

Crime

Two arrested for Robbery, after shots-fired call in Casper

Oil City Police Calls (8/5/20 – 8/6/20)

Recent Arrests (8/5/20 – 8/6/20)

Standoff suspect makes initial appearance in court

Authorities seek information on person suspected of tampering with oil fields

Obituaries

AP

Pete Hamill, legendary New York columnist and novelist, dies

Obituaries: Summers, Barcenas-Whitten

Obituaries: Winn, Balben, Alm

Hall-of-Fame country DJ Bill Mack dies of COVID-19 at age 88

Obituaries: Clark, Parke, Moss

Community

City

Governor declares Mills ‘city of the first class’ thanks to growing population

Thursday: 25 new lab confirmed COVID cases in Wyoming, 0 in Natrona

‘Rock the Block’ set to go while nearby David Street Station closes over safety concerns

Yellowstone among 9 Wyoming COVID wastewater test sites; virus shed through feces

PHOTOS: Wildlife-friendly fencing project underway in the Bighorns

Wyoming

Animals

PHOTOS: Wildlife-friendly fencing project underway in the Bighorns

PHOTOS: Multiple watercraft in Wyoming found contaminated with invasive species

Gordon supports Grand Teton’s move away from aerial gunning of mountain goats

Kanye West gets on the presidential ballot in Colorado

PHOTOS: Wyoming/Utah fire grows to 7,064 acres, still 0% contained

Promoted

COVID-19

Applications for COVID-19 Business Relief funding opened on August 4

History Repeats Itself: The Story of Steve Emery

Nonprofit agency looking for a program manager

This is what happens to an unbuckled carseat during a rollover

Here are some startling statistics about DUIs in Wyoming

Galleries

Community

PHOTOS: Comet NEOWISE fading but still fascinating in view from Muddy Mountain

PHOTOS: Comet Neowise seen streaking over Casper on clear Wednesday night