CASPER, Wyo. — Music enthusiasts in Casper are in for a treat as Casper College presents “Jazz Night.” The free concert will feature a mix of beloved classics and modern hits on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Wheeler Concert Hall, according to an event announcement by Casper College. A Night of Jazz […]
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Skyline Singers and Casper College Chamber Singers honor veterans with choral tribute
CASPER, Wyo. — In a tribute to the nation’s veterans, the Skyline Singers will join forces with the Casper College Chamber Singers for a Veterans Day commemorative concert. Set to enchant audiences on Sunday, Nov. 12 at 3 p.m., the performance will unfold in the Wheeler Concert Hall, according to an event announcement by Casper […]
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Chatters Bar hosts benefit auction for burn victim from Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper’s community spirit is shining as residents help to support Abigail Kienzle, a local teen recovering from a devastating oil fire. Chatters Bar and Grill at 1324 Prairie Lane will host a fundraiser to assist with her rising medical and travel expenses. The event, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 2 from noon to […]
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Casper commemorates Veterans Day with school assemblies and community events
CASPER, Wyo. — In a grand salute to the nation’s heroes, Casper has lined up a series of events to honor Veterans Day, ranging from school assemblies to a spirited hockey game. This list may not be exhaustive. To submit an event, email details to news@oilcity.news. This event listing will be updated as more events are […]
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Casper’s sunny skies belie potential fire weather risks
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper is seeing sunny skies and temperatures in the 40s, with a light breeze across the region today. The city anticipates a gradual warmup as the weekend approaches, with temperatures expected to hit the 60s by Monday, according to the National Weather Service in Riverton. NWS Meteorologist Chris Hattings highlights a calm […]
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Additional $14K allocated for renovations in Casper’s City Hall upgrade
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council has authorized an additional $14,097.60 for the City Hall renovations and addition, known as Project SAFE, at its Nov. 7 meeting. Stateline No. 7 Architects, the firm contracted since March 2021, will manage the newly approved funds. These funds will address unforeseen asbestos abatement in areas undergoing heavy […]
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Hockey and heroes: Roughnecks honor veterans at Casper Ice Arena
CASPER, Wyo. — This Friday at 7:30 p.m., the Casper Roughnecks skate back into Casper with a 7–7–1 record, eyeing victory against the Bellingham Blazers at the Casper Ice Arena. The team aims to electrify fans with high-energy play, according to a press release by the City of Casper. “The team has been practicing well […]
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Casper Solid Waste Division to receive $36.5K in communication upgrades
CASPER, Wyo. — Enhancing municipal services, the Casper City Council approved a $36,527.09 expenditure for new handheld radios within the Solid Waste Division. During the Nov. 7 meeting, officials agreed to the purchase of 14 Motorola APX 4000 model radios. These devices are for the division’s communication, especially during weather incidents, trash fires and community […]
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Casper council reschedules hearing on zone change for redevelopment
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council has rescheduled a public hearing from Nov. 7 to Nov. 21 to consider a zone change for properties on SE Wyoming Boulevard. The properties at 350 and 410 SE Wyoming Blvd. are zoned as Planned Unit Development (PUD). Curve TV LLC wants to change this zoning to General […]
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Casper looks at zoning for new Lutheran college
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council has approved Nov. 21 as the date for a public hearing to deliberate on a zone change to accommodate a proposed Lutheran College. Consequently, the public hearing will focus on a replat and zone change of a 61.51-acre area. The area is currently undeveloped. The replat would create […]
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Contractor licensing could see major changes in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council has set Nov. 21 as the official date for a public hearing to discuss amending contractor licensing and disciplinary actions within the city. Easing the Licensing Process In an effort to streamline contractor licensing, the council will consider significant changes to Chapter 15.12 of the Municipal Code. The […]
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Teddy Bear Tea and Festival of Trees: A gala for a cause
CASPER, Wyo. — Special Olympics Wyoming in Casper is hosting Teddy Bear Tea and the Festival of Trees Auction Gala on Nov. 28 and 30. A Gala for Good Set for Nov. 28, Teddy Bear Tea invites families for a festive afternoon from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Best Western Downtown, 123 West E […]
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Three new bar and grill licenses approved for Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper could have three new licensed bar and grills in the upcoming months with the approval of new licenses by the Casper City Council at its meeting Nov. 7. Councilor Amber Pollock abstained from voting, while Councilor Gena Jensen was not present. All others voted to approve the new licenses. No one […]
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Natrona County Recent Arrests (11/7/23–11/8/23)
CASPER, Wyo. — Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them. The arrest log is not a comprehensive document and may not represent all of the arrests made in a given time […]
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Cooler, quiet week for Casper through Veterans Day
CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming will see cooler temperatures today due to a cold front moving across the state. The western mountains could see snow with minimal accumulation. Casper is looking at quiet weather the rest of the week, with possibly breezy conditions for the weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Riverton. Detailed Forecast […]
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Camping in Casper now under stricter regulations amidst homelessness issues
CASPER, Wyo. — Camping on private property and near waterways in Casper has been restricted as the Casper City Council passed new camping ordinances at its Nov. 7 meeting. With unanimous approval from present councilors, the ordinance changes are now law. No public testimony was given for or against the measure. Councilor Gena Jensen was […]
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(VIDEO) Casper Municipal Code’s DUI section set for first update in 21 years
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council will have a third reading of an update to the Casper Municipal Code regarding driving under the influence at its regular council meeting on Nov. 7. Section 10.52.030 of the Casper Municipal Code — which hasn’t been updated since 2002 — addresses driving or having control of a […]
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Casper ordinance changes look to further restrict camping in city limits
CASPER, Wyo. — Camping within Casper City limits could see new restrictions if the Casper City Council approves changes to city ordinance at its meeting on Nov. 7. If passed on third reading, these ordinance changes will become law. In a prior session, the council addressed the increasing homelessness issue in Casper. It held a […]
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Sole bid of $3.35M submitted for motor replacement at Casper’s wastewater treatment plant
CASPER, Wyo. — The Sam H. Hobbs Waste Water Treatment Plant could see several million dollars in motor control center replacements from Casper Electric Inc. The Casper City Council is set to deliberate a substantial investment into the water treatment plant during its Nov. 7 meeting. The agenda includes a resolution to authorize an agreement […]
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Crown Construction seeks contract for Casper infrastructure projects
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council will decide on contracts for infrastructure improvements on Nov. 7. The council will consider authorizing a contract with Crown Construction LLC for the Compost Yard Building upgrades and a change order for the Landfill Leachate Force Main Extension. For the compost facility, the recommended contract values at $100,220.00, […]
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Public hearing set for new bar and grill venues in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the city’s social and dining scenes. Specifically, it will consider three bar and grill applications at the council meeting scheduled for Nov. 7, according to a memo prepared for the council. First, MTB Entertainment Group LLC, operating under the name America, […]
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Natrona County Recent Arrests (11/6/23–11/7/23)
CASPER, Wyo. — Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County. The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended charges against them. The arrest log is not a comprehensive document and may not represent all of the arrests made in a given time […]
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Casper braces for cooler temperatures post-cold front
CASPER, Wyo. — As a Pacific cold front sweeps across western Wyoming today, bringing a mix of rain and snow, central regions like Casper brace for a notable dip in temperatures. The cold front is expected to usher in cooler weather by Wednesday morning and a decrease in precipitation chances, paving the way for a […]
