Community

NCSD to spend $9,836.56 per weekly food unit for school meals

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District will be spending about $9,836.56 on weekly food units for school meals. The NCSD Board of Trustees approved the weekly food unit... Read more »

07/10/20 2:33 PM

US bets on small, untested company to deliver COVID vaccine

When precious vats of COVID-19 vaccine are finally ready, jabbing the lifesaving solution into the arms of Americans will require hundreds of millions of injections.

07/10/20 12:19 PM

Friday: 12 COVID patients in Wyoming hospitals, down one at WMC

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health reports that 12 COVID-19 patients are hospitalized across the state as of Friday, July 10. That is the same number COVID patients as were... Read more »

07/10/20 12:07 PM

Friday: Lab confirmed COVID cases up to 1,445 in Wyoming, Natrona at 134

CASPER, Wyo — 17 new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Wyoming as of 9 am Friday, July 10. That brings the total number of lab confirmed... Read more »

07/10/20 11:33 AM

NWS: High fire risk as temps hit 94 degrees today, 97 by Sunday

Much of central and southern Wyoming is under a Red Flag Warning today as the state faces high temperatures and gusty winds.

07/10/20 7:23 AM

Governor allocates $210 million of $1.25 billion in CARES Act funding in Wyoming so far

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon’s Office said on Thursday, July 9 that Gordon has so far allocated $210 million of $1.25 billion in federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and... Read more »

07/09/20 6:17 PM

WBI contracted for $440,000 to provide counseling services to NCSD students

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Behavioral Institute has been contracted to provide counseling services to Natrona County School District students who require services which the district does not itself provide. The... Read more »

07/09/20 5:51 PM

Thursday: 24 new lab confirmed COVID cases in Wyoming, 20 more recoveries

CASPER, Wyo — 24 new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Wyoming as of 3 pm Thursday, July 9. That brings the total number of lab confirmed... Read more »

07/09/20 3:12 PM

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A Legacy Written in Stone

CASPER, Wyo — Frank Neville was only a college student when he first met Houston Williams and Dick Day. He had recently gotten into an automobile accident and was sued... Read more »

07/09/20 2:20 PM

US economy may be stalling out as viral outbreak worsens

In six states representing one-third of the economy — Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Michigan, and Texas — governors are reversing their reopening plans. Reopening efforts are on pause in 15 other states.

07/09/20 2:09 PM

CC Respiratory Therapy program receives award for fifth year

The Casper College Respiratory Therapy program, for the fifth year in a row, has been chosen by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care to receive the Distinguished RRT (registered respiratory therapist) Credentialing Success Award.

07/09/20 1:45 PM

WHO: Indoor airborne spread of coronavirus possible

The World Health Organization is acknowledging the possibility that COVID-19 might be spread in the air under certain conditions — after more than 200 scientists urged the agency to do so.

07/09/20 1:42 PM

Thursday: 12 COVID patients hospitalized in Wyoming, three at WMC

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health reports that 12 COVID-19 patients are hospitalized across the state as of Thursday, July 9. That is down one from the 13 COVID patients... Read more »

07/09/20 1:10 PM

Splash pad opens at David Street Station, kids already cooling off

CASPER, Wyo. — David Street Station announced on Thursday, July 9 that their Splash Pad is open. Children were already playing at the splash pad at around noon Thursday, taking... Read more »

07/09/20 12:14 PM

VIDEO: Wyo. National Guard conduct ‘high mobility artillery rocket systems’ live-fire exercise

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming National Guard’s 115th Fires Brigade 2-300th Field Artillery Battalion recently “conducted a live-fire exercise with their high mobility artillery rocket systems (HIMARS),” Specialist Kristina Kranz... Read more »

07/09/20 10:59 AM

Oil City Police Calls (7/8/20 – 7/9/20)

The CPD Incident Summary Report contains information about the time, approximate location, and nature of a law enforcement call; as the call was first received.

07/09/20 10:08 AM

‘Clear as mud’: Natrona County Assessor’s office and citizens discuss property taxes

CASPER, Wyo — Natrona County Assessor Matt Keating and his staff met with 45 citizens gathered at the UW Agricultural Building on Wednesday to explain the processes and formulas behind... Read more »

07/08/20 9:41 PM

Natrona health officers: mask wearing best bet to keep K-12 schools open this fall

CASPER, Wyo. — Natrona County Health Officers Dr. Mark Dowell and Dr. Ghazi Ghanem said on Wednesday, July 8 that having students and staff wear masks, face coverings, face shields... Read more »

07/08/20 8:17 PM

Casper furlough program applies to all city employees, options being finalized

CASPER, Wyo. — The City of Casper is working to implement a furlough program to save some funding with the city anticipating lower sales tax revenues due to impacts on... Read more »

07/08/20 6:02 PM

East Second Street near Hilltop fully re-opening in Casper

CASPER, Wyo. — East Second Street in Casper saw some closures on Wednesday, July 8 as Black Hills Energy conducted routine maintenance on gas lines under the street. While the... Read more »

07/08/20 5:49 PM

Gordon supports local control after Trump threat to withhold funds if schools don’t re-open

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon said during a press conference on Wednesday, July 8 that he wants to see kids go back to schools in the fall but... Read more »

07/08/20 4:40 PM

Governor again urges masks, distancing; responds to mask criticism

"It is important that we wear masks, that we take care when we're out to social distance- all the things we've been taking about," the Governor said.

07/08/20 4:17 PM

Wednesday: 26 new COVID cases in Wyoming, one in Natrona

CASPER, Wyo — 26 new laboratory confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Wyoming as of 3 pm Wednesday, July 8. That brings the total number of lab confirmed... Read more »

07/08/20 3:04 PM

Watch Live: Governor Mark Gordon’s Media Briefing on COVID-19, Occidental land bid

Governor Mark Gordon is scheduled to hold a media briefing at 3 pm, Wednesday, July 8 in the Governor’s Ceremonial Conference room in the State Capitol Building. Cap City News is sharing the live... Read more »

07/08/20 3:02 PM

‘The Lion King’ to kick off Cinema at the Station in downtown Casper

CASPER, Wyo. — David Street Station said on Wednesday, July 8 that their free “Cinema at the Station” series will resume on Friday, July 17. “Get your popcorn ready for... Read more »

07/08/20 2:13 PM

`A hot mess’: Americans face testing delays as virus surges

For two weeks, Rachael Jones has stayed home, going without a paycheck while waiting and waiting for the results of a COVID-19 test from a pharmacy near Philadelphia.

07/08/20 1:08 PM

‘Politics in the Park’ to continue with Natrona Republican candidates for Wyo. House

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County Republican Women and Natrona County Republican Party are holding “Politics in the Park” events leading up to the primary election on Aug. 18. The... Read more »

07/08/20 12:54 PM

Secrecy high as Discovery’s ‘Street Outlaws: Fastest in America’ shoots in Casper

CASPER, Wyo. – “Street Outlaws: Fastest in America” is a competition docu-reality series, but in many ways it’s a mystery. The highly popular Discovery Channel series “Street Outlaws” has run... Read more »

07/08/20 12:50 PM

Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani & Trace Adkins drive-in concert to show at Casper Events Center

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Events Center said on Wednesday, July 8 that they will air an “Encore Drive-In Night” concert featuring Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani and Trace Adkins on... Read more »

07/08/20 11:13 AM

Oil City Police Calls (7/7/20 – 7/8/20)

The reported nature of the call may not necessarily represent the actual situation upon law enforcement arrival.

07/08/20 10:58 AM

Specialty plates help protect wildlife, celebrate Wyoming’s 130 years of statehood

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game & Fish Department said on Wednesday, July 8 that specialty license plates are available to celebrate Wyoming’s 130 years as a state as well... Read more »

07/08/20 10:48 AM

Wyoming Department of Corrections to conduct COVID-19 testing

Testing will be completed on every inmate as well as every state and contract employee assigned to each of the institutions.

07/08/20 9:59 AM

Wyoming Downs to expand gaming operations in Natrona County

CASPER, Wyo — Soon more locations in Natrona County will be offering simulcast gaming machines that will let residents bet on live horse races taking place at the Wyoming Downs... Read more »

07/07/20 9:05 PM

Casper receives $10K grant to fund North Platte River wetlands improvements

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Governor’s Big Game Coalition have approved a $10,000 grant to go toward “wetland construction and enhancement in the First Street reach” of Casper’s North Platte... Read more »

07/07/20 7:52 PM

Casper seeking $500K from WYDOT for west side pedestrian bridge, trail project

CASPER, Wyo. — The City of Casper will apply for $500,000 in funding support for a pedestrian bridge and trails project which has an overall estimated cost of $1.25 million.... Read more »

07/07/20 7:24 PM

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Community

NCSD to spend $9,836.56 per weekly food unit for school meals

Meadow Gold and FSA/US Foods to provide milk, cheese and yogurt to NCSD schools

Poached mule deer found dumped and headless near Worland; public asked to help

Governor celebrating 130th birthday of the Cowboy State

Wyomingites looking to build cautioned about abandoned mines

Recent Births (6/26/20 – 7/6/20)

US bets on small, untested company to deliver COVID vaccine

Friday: 12 COVID patients in Wyoming hospitals, down one at WMC

Friday: Lab confirmed COVID cases up to 1,445 in Wyoming, Natrona at 134

NWS: High fire risk as temps hit 94 degrees today, 97 by Sunday

Governor allocates $210 million of $1.25 billion in CARES Act funding in Wyoming so far

WBI contracted for $440,000 to provide counseling services to NCSD students

Thursday: 24 new lab confirmed COVID cases in Wyoming, 20 more recoveries

A Legacy Written in Stone

US economy may be stalling out as viral outbreak worsens

CC Respiratory Therapy program receives award for fifth year

WHO: Indoor airborne spread of coronavirus possible

Thursday: 12 COVID patients hospitalized in Wyoming, three at WMC

Splash pad opens at David Street Station, kids already cooling off

VIDEO: Wyo. National Guard conduct ‘high mobility artillery rocket systems’ live-fire exercise

Oil City Police Calls (7/8/20 – 7/9/20)

‘Clear as mud’: Natrona County Assessor’s office and citizens discuss property taxes

Natrona health officers: mask wearing best bet to keep K-12 schools open this fall

Casper furlough program applies to all city employees, options being finalized

East Second Street near Hilltop fully re-opening in Casper

Gordon supports local control after Trump threat to withhold funds if schools don’t re-open

Governor again urges masks, distancing; responds to mask criticism

Wednesday: 26 new COVID cases in Wyoming, one in Natrona

Watch Live: Governor Mark Gordon’s Media Briefing on COVID-19, Occidental land bid

‘The Lion King’ to kick off Cinema at the Station in downtown Casper

`A hot mess’: Americans face testing delays as virus surges

‘Politics in the Park’ to continue with Natrona Republican candidates for Wyo. House

Secrecy high as Discovery’s ‘Street Outlaws: Fastest in America’ shoots in Casper

Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani & Trace Adkins drive-in concert to show at Casper Events Center

Oil City Police Calls (7/7/20 – 7/8/20)

Specialty plates help protect wildlife, celebrate Wyoming’s 130 years of statehood

Wyoming Department of Corrections to conduct COVID-19 testing

Wyoming Downs to expand gaming operations in Natrona County

Casper receives $10K grant to fund North Platte River wetlands improvements

Casper seeking $500K from WYDOT for west side pedestrian bridge, trail project

Crime

AP

US appeals to proceed with 1st federal execution in 17 years

Child Endangerment charge filed after suspected drugs found in Cheyenne home

Suspect who allegedly escaped during 2019 Cheyenne chase is located, arrested

Natrona County sees 12 DWUI arrests over July 4th weekend

Recent Arrests (7/9/20 – 7/10/20)

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Larson, Reddy, Bicek, McIntosh, Darling, Hardee

Obituaries: Broadway, Carnahan, Langley, Williams, Yovannides, Wimer, Park

Spaghetti Western movie composer Ennio Morricone dead at 91

Hugh Downs, genial presence on TV news and game shows, dies

Obituaries: Parton, Whalen, Bradley, Finch, Warne

Wyoming

Crime

Child Endangerment charge filed after suspected drugs found in Cheyenne home

Suspect who allegedly escaped during 2019 Cheyenne chase is located, arrested

Kanye West registers to vote in Wyoming, posts video

Pepsi of Casper and FSA/US Foods to provide drink options to students in NCSD

NCSD to spend $9,836.56 per weekly food unit for school meals

Promoted

Community

A Legacy Written in Stone

Traffic Safety Agency Describes The Dangers of Driving With Children Unbuckled

Former Coroner Connie Jacobson endorses James Whipps for NC Coroner

Casper Facility Welcomes New Radiation Oncologist

Three Trails EFAP Seeking Part-Time Counselor

Galleries

Community

PHOTO GALLERY: Casper’s BMX scene pedals hard in COVID era

PHOTO GALLERY: Crews fight wildfire near Glenrock on Tuesday

Backstory: Parades of Casper’s Past (Photos)

Photo Gallery: NCHS drumline thrills assisted living residents

Photo Gallery: Casper ‘Drive-Up Pride’ parade celebrates Pride Month, social distancing style

National/World

AP

The Latest: China rejects food imports after virus detected

Amazon’s homeless shelter faces Seattle crisis, criticism