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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

01/28/19 9:10 AM

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

01/28/19 8:28 AM

Captain Chaney gives status update on possible new police headquarters

the assessment would not necessarily lead to the conclusion that a new headquarters is needed. It could also recommend remodeling the existing structure or other changes that might address the Police Department's concerns.

01/24/19 5:57 PM

Downtown redevelopment proposal deadline approaches

The deadline on proposals for purchasing and redeveloping some downtown properties is 4 p.m. on Thursday, February 14. The city of Casper issued requests for proposals to purchase several former... Read more »

01/24/19 4:14 PM

Rendering shows design of new state office building in Casper

Casper residents now have a better idea of what will rise from the rubble along West Collins Drive across from the NCHS football field. Renderings of the exterior design for... Read more »

01/24/19 3:53 PM

City Council sets hearing for speed limit changes near Wyoming Medical Center

The City Council will consider whether to turn some 30 mph speed limit zones into 20 mph zones at the February 5 Council meeting. The public hearing to change the speed limit on some streets around Wyoming Medical Center was set during the Council's meeting Tuesday, January 22.

01/24/19 11:25 AM

Former Councilman Morgan concerned about membership dues, dogs, and dram law

Jesse Morgan is no longer serving on City Council, but he is still expressing some concerns relevant to the Council. In addition to questioning whether taxpayer dollars should go towards... Read more »

01/23/19 5:42 PM

Annual homeless count asks: ‘Where did you sleep last night?’

Jackie Navarro is driving along West 13th Street near the Three Crowns Golf Course on Wednesday morning when she swiftly stops and turns her minivan around to the opposite lane.... Read more »

01/23/19 2:17 PM

City Council approves commissions and boards appointments

During the Tuesday, January 23rd meeting, the Casper City Council confirmed the list of the various commissions and boards on which the council members will sit.

01/23/19 12:21 PM

City Council gives preliminary approval to Animal Care and Control Ordinance changes

The City Council approved changes to the City’s Animal Care and Control Ordinance at their Tuesday, January 22 City Council meeting.

01/22/19 8:03 PM

City Council debates allocation of Community Promotions funds

The Casper City Council discussed their initial Community Promotions funding voting results during their January 22 pre-meeting ahead of Tuesday’s public Council meeting.

01/22/19 6:06 PM

United Way supports tax assistance program, welcomes anyone affected by shutdown

Anyone in Natrona County looking for a little help on their taxes, can get some free assistance, including those affected by the shutdown of the federal government.

01/22/19 4:23 PM

Opera Wyoming mixes Shakespeare and bootleggers into a new sonic cocktail

“If chance will have me king, why, chance may crown me…you dirty rat.” If you’ve ever wondered why the great words of Shakespeare couldn’t be spoken in opera form by... Read more »

01/22/19 1:46 PM

Former VFW building to become center for fresh, locally produced food

Vendors and customers alike braved the brutal Casper winds to attend the first Winter Market of the season on Saturday. The market, organized by the Wyoming Food for Thought Project,... Read more »

01/21/19 3:46 PM

Gallery: Parade in central Casper marks legacy of MLK Jr.

Dozens of Casper citizens gathered at Art 321 on a blustery Monday morning to mark their appreciation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Before the march started, a handful of... Read more »

01/21/19 1:41 PM

One dead, one injured in Sunday Casper shooting incident

Casper police are investigating a shooting that happened in the area of Concho Court and Whispering Springs, in Paradise Valley on Sunday night. At approximately 10:20 p.m., Officers responded to... Read more »

01/21/19 9:35 AM

Winter storm warning for central Wyoming issued

The National Weather Service in Riverton has issued a winter storm warning for central Wyoming on Sunday afternoon. The warning is an upgrade from a storm watch that was issued... Read more »

01/20/19 4:19 PM

As government shutdown lingers, Casper’s food banks prepare for the worst

With many federal workers missing paychecks and federal food assistance money about to run out, area food agencies are gearing up for increased need. Poverty Resistance Food Pantry manager Billy... Read more »

01/18/19 3:26 PM

Serve Wyoming hosts “Day On” march and day of service for MLK/Equality Day

On January 21, 2019, ServeWyoming will host the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and Remembrance/Wyoming Equality Day, to honor Dr. King’s legacy.

01/18/19 2:31 PM

Recap: An Instagram Thursday in the OC (Photos)

Residents of the Oil City are taking in the winter season in all its glory. In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24... Read more »

01/18/19 1:08 PM

Casper’s East side set to welcome new gaming business

Look out Kentucky Derby as a new legal gambling establishment looks to set up shop on Casper’s East side.

01/17/19 7:20 PM

Lutz joins City Council as its only female council member

By Brendan LaChance for Oil City News Council member Khrystyn Lutz is Ward I’s new voice on City Council and is the sole woman on the Council, but Lutz thinks... Read more »

01/17/19 12:46 PM

Ward III’s Steve Freel talks City Council priorities

By Brendan LaChance for Oil City News Steve Freel was sworn in at the January 8 City Council meeting, joining former Mayor Ray Pacheco to represent Ward III on the... Read more »

01/17/19 11:53 AM

New Councilmember Ken Bates sees downtown as Casper’s core

By Brendan LaChance for Oil City News Ward II has a new voice on City Council and his name is Ken Bates. Bates was sworn in during the January 8... Read more »

01/17/19 8:39 AM

Events roundup for Wednesday, Jan. 16

Raising Resilient Kids at The Table Crud happens, right? So how do we help to raise resilient kids in the face of life’s crud? This Wednesday evening is not just... Read more »

01/16/19 4:22 PM

City Council supports change to ‘abandoned vehicles’ Municipal Code

City Council considered a change to language in the Municipal Code regarding abandoned vehicles.

01/16/19 7:41 AM

City Council considers adding new dog parks

Casper area dogs may see new places to run around and play fetch.

01/15/19 6:19 PM

Furloughed USDA employee: ‘I feel like I’m being used as a pawn’

Vivian Meek is keeping busy while she’s on furlough from the USDA. During the week, Meek is usually keeping the books and doing payroll at the USDA’s Animal and Plant... Read more »

01/14/19 3:50 PM

City Council looks to fill Leisure Services Advisory Board vacancies

Casper sports and recreation enthusiasts have an opportunity to lend their voice to the community. The Leisure Services Advisory Board needs volunteers to sit on the board and collaborate on... Read more »

01/14/19 1:44 PM

Recap: An Instagram Thursday in the OC (Photos)

Residents of the Oil City are taking in the winter season in all its glory. In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24... Read more »

01/11/19 9:22 AM

Proposed route changes to Casper’s The Bus could take effect in April

The public comment period for the proposed changes comes to a close Thursday, Jan. 10, following the City Council’s review of the proposal conducted during their Tuesday evening Council meeting.

01/10/19 2:15 PM

Billboard appeal blocked by City Council

Some Poplar Street residents felt relief Tuesday night that their view of Casper Mountain would remain intact.

01/09/19 12:52 PM

Recap: An Instagram Tuesday in the OC (Photos)

Residents of the Oil City are taking in the winter season in all its glory. In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24... Read more »

01/09/19 5:57 AM

New council sworn in, Powell elected Mayor

Citizens of Casper welcomed a new crew Tuesday evening at City Hall.

01/08/19 7:30 PM

Government Shutdown Closes Trails Center

Aspiring pioneers looking to Casper’s National Historic Trails Interpretive Center for guidance will have to search elsewhere.

01/08/19 2:03 PM

Backwards head distiller talks new American Whiskey- Interview

Backwards Distilling, a Mills-based company that produces liquor and spirits, as well as operates a popular tasting room, is releasing its new American Whiskey.

01/08/19 1:13 PM

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City

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

Alleged drunk driver causes accident, leaves scene on Sunday

Events roundup for weekend of Jan. 25-27

Anxiety grows as unpaid Casper aviation safety professionals continue working

Captain Chaney gives status update on possible new police headquarters

Downtown redevelopment proposal deadline approaches

Rendering shows design of new state office building in Casper

City Council sets hearing for speed limit changes near Wyoming Medical Center

Former Councilman Morgan concerned about membership dues, dogs, and dram law

Annual homeless count asks: ‘Where did you sleep last night?’

City Council approves commissions and boards appointments

City Council gives preliminary approval to Animal Care and Control Ordinance changes

City Council debates allocation of Community Promotions funds

United Way supports tax assistance program, welcomes anyone affected by shutdown

Opera Wyoming mixes Shakespeare and bootleggers into a new sonic cocktail

Former VFW building to become center for fresh, locally produced food

Gallery: Parade in central Casper marks legacy of MLK Jr.

One dead, one injured in Sunday Casper shooting incident

Winter storm warning for central Wyoming issued

As government shutdown lingers, Casper’s food banks prepare for the worst

Serve Wyoming hosts “Day On” march and day of service for MLK/Equality Day

Recap: An Instagram Thursday in the OC (Photos)

Casper’s East side set to welcome new gaming business

Lutz joins City Council as its only female council member

Ward III’s Steve Freel talks City Council priorities

New Councilmember Ken Bates sees downtown as Casper’s core

Events roundup for Wednesday, Jan. 16

City Council supports change to ‘abandoned vehicles’ Municipal Code

City Council considers adding new dog parks

Furloughed USDA employee: ‘I feel like I’m being used as a pawn’

City Council looks to fill Leisure Services Advisory Board vacancies

Recap: An Instagram Thursday in the OC (Photos)

Proposed route changes to Casper’s The Bus could take effect in April

Billboard appeal blocked by City Council

Recap: An Instagram Tuesday in the OC (Photos)

New council sworn in, Powell elected Mayor

Government Shutdown Closes Trails Center

Backwards head distiller talks new American Whiskey- Interview

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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API Chili Cook-off Feb. 16 at Casper Events Center

‘It changed my life:’ Casper woman loses 90 pounds after weight-loss surgery

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)

Treat loneliness this month of love — Visit Central Wyoming Counseling Center