GILLETTE, Wyo. — Wildlife managers euthanized a black bear near Big Horn on June 20 following multiple reports of it accessing garbage, unsecured food and other attractants, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department said Wednesday. According to Game and Fish, residents had been submitting reports regarding the bear’s behavior since May, with wildlife managers carrying […]
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WGFD: Leftover license application window open
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Hunters wishing to head into the field in pursuit of big game this fall but weren’t awarded a license have until Friday to apply for leftovers, according to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. From Monday, June 19 to Friday, June 23, resident and nonresident hunters can apply to pick up a […]
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National average gas price down 1.4 cents; Natrona County average stable
Natrona County’s average price of $3.29 is the cheapest in the state, AAA reported.
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Partly sunny, breezy conditions continue for Casper
Central Wyoming will be looking at another breezy summer day.
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Laramie County Sheriff deputy stabbed after responding to 911 call
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A Laramie County Sheriff deputy was stabbed early Sunday morning after responding to a 911 call in south Cheyenne. The incident occurred at 2:48 a.m. June 18, when deputies were dispatched to 515 W. Prosser No. A103 for a 911 hang-up call. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted the caller, who appeared […]
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Fatal accident reported in Riverton Wednesday morning; RPD, WHP investigating
Riverton police and the Wyoming Highway Patrol are investigating a crash where several people were injured and a person died at the scene.
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Aurora Catrina, Tot Miss Wyoming, to return to Casper to pass on her crown
The Cheyenne native will be returning to Casper to pass on her crown and prepare for the next pageant.
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Flood Watch issued for Natrona County for Thursday, Friday
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for much of northern and central Wyoming, including Natrona County lower elevations and Casper Mountain.
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Wyoming Highway Patrol plans 90th anniversary celebration in Casper
The Wyoming Highway Patrol is welcoming the public to a 90th anniversary celebration in Casper.
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Breezy, sunny day in Casper expected before another bout of rain into the weekend
National Weather Service records at the Riverton office show Tuesday was the first day this month without at least a trace amount of rain in Casper.
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Game and Fish: Chronic wasting disease confirmed in deer near Rock Springs
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Wildlife managers have confirmed a suspected case of chronic wasting disease in a mule deer buck recently euthanized near Rock Springs, according to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. The deer was located in Deer Hunt Area 131 in the Green River Region; it is believed to be part of the Sublette […]
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Forecast: Few more days of rain possible before Gulf flow to Wyoming is cut off
For today, Casper is looking at a high of around 69 degrees with a 30% chance of scattered showers this morning and early afternoon.
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Despite lifesaving attempts at Gillette intersection, Michigan man dies
Witnesses and emergency personnel performed CPR.
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Local, national gas price averages rise on strong demand; Natrona County up 8 cents
Drivers will be paying more this week at the pump as the nation’s and local average gas prices rose on strong demand last week.
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Threat of heavy rain lingers over Casper this week
Casper has already received more than normal rainfall for the month, and June isn’t quite halfway over. Still, there is more rain to come.
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Natrona County deputies find missing hiker on Casper Mountain
A hiker believed to be missing in the area of Braille Trail on Casper Mountain was found safe Sunday, June 11, the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office said.
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Casper’s wet June has brought above-average rainfall. More is on the way
By the numbers, June has seen more than normal rainfall for the whole month and it’s not even halfway over.
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Casper official issues statement on Collins Street flood issues during storm
Today’s minor incident the result of aging infrastructure lacking in capacity, city says.
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Persistent wet weather pattern continues for Casper today
Dry mornings, wet afternoons — the persistent weather pattern creating late spring showers in the afternoon is here to stay through early next week.
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High-, low-pressure sandwich will keep Casper in dry morning, wet afternoon pattern
There’s no letting up for a weather pattern that’s kept Casper in sunny mornings with afternoon storms.
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Natrona County organizations receive part of $262K award from Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund
Awards were given to a wide variety of projects, including historic preservation, music programs, folk festivals, public art, art exhibits, and theatre equipment.
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Game and Fish Department issues reminder to leave newborn wildlife alone, keep distance
Getting too close to newborn wildlife can be very dangerous, the department states.
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Wildfire agencies share fire season updates, safety tips for community
The season starts from June to roughly September of each year, when the state’s climate is the driest and fires are more likely to occur, spread and affect resources.
