CASPER, Wyo. — In a move to bolster the emergency power system at the Metro Animal Facility, the Casper City Council has approved an agreement with Modem Electric Co. for the installation of an emergency generator. The agreement, greenlit during the regular council meeting on Sept. 19, is in the amount of $89,070. Additionally, the […]
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(PHOTOS) Local pups enjoy fun in the sun at Mike Sedar Pool
CASPER, Wyo. — Local canines had a barking good time at Mike Sedar Pool today, as the local park hosted its annual Pooch Pool Party. Dozens of dogs and dog owners took part in the festivities throughout the day, enjoying one of the final weekends of summer before fall fully sets in.
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(PHOTOS) Cheyenne firefighters rescue bear from tree
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — An unexpected visitor stopped by Cheyenne the weekend of Sept. 9. A resident called to report a bear near Clear Creek Park. Its paw appeared to be hurt but it managed to climb up into a tree, according to a Facebook post by the Cheyenne Police Department. Officers worked with the Wyoming […]
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(VIDEO) Wondrous Wyoming: Bear steals bird feeder on Casper Mountain
CASPER, Wyo. — Wondrous Wyoming is usually a photo of our beautiful state, but Wyoming is wild, too. This video, shared by Gary Crosby, shows a bear that recently climbed onto his Casper Mountain home deck, about 12 feet off the ground. It jumped up on the railing, another 3 feet, and then reached out […]
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Wyoming is killing Colorado’s wolves, again, and the state’s keeping it secret
Wyoming officials say they’re muzzled, citing statute that protects the identity of those who legally kill wolves as grounds for not sharing any information with the public or even officials south of the state line.
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Wyoming Medical Center announces ambulance coloring contest
CASPER, Wyo. — Banner Wyoming Medical Center is reaching out to the young, talented minds of Natrona County elementary students for a fun opportunity. As the ambulance fleet is set to grow, students have the chance to influence the new ambulance’s design with their creative illustrations and essays. Detailed Contest Rules: Contest rules can be […]
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Metro Animal Services facilities get a boost from fifth-cent funds
CASPER, Wyo. — Metro Animal Services is set to use funds from One Cent No. 17, a cycle of the optional 1% sales tax also known as fifth-cent, in the amount of $150,000 for facility upgrades, with the aim of providing an enhanced experience for both the community and the animals Metro cares for, according […]
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‘SUPER Garage Sale’ fundraiser for Casper Humane Society this weekend
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Humane Society is setting up for its “SUPER Garage Sale” fundraiser from Sept. 15 to 17. Shoppers and animal lovers will have access to a vast 9,000 square feet of assorted items available for purchase, according to an event announcement by the humane society. The event is more than just […]
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How to wrangle Grand Teton crowds? Park seeks public input.
As visitation grows, GTNP is looking for input on how users view management instead of proposing specific plans like timed-entry or park reservations.
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Killing more lions to boost Wyoming deer draws scant support
by Mike Koshmrl, WyoFile Laramie resident Sylvia Bagdonas asked Wyoming Game and Fish commissioners to “not disappoint the public” as they mull a 50% hike in mountain lion hunting in western Wyoming to help mule deer populations that took a beating last winter. “After reading news accounts about this proposal it seems that the boosts in hunting quotas […]
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Caution advised as Yellowstone enters elk mating season
CASPER, Wyo. — The annual elk mating season, widely known as the rut, has started in Yellowstone National Park, and park officials are issuing stern warnings to visitors to keep their distance and prioritize safety. During this season, bull elk are especially unpredictable and can act aggressively, posing risks to those who get too close. […]
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Casper College hosts fifth annual dog trek benefit for student veterans
CASPER, Wyo. — The 2023 Casper College T-Bird Dog Trek will be held on Saturday, Sept. 9 beginning at 10 a.m. For this year’s fifth annual event, the Casper College Veterans Club is partnering with Project Kenny of Casper. “Project Kenny trains service dogs for veterans. The dogs are trained primarily to interrupt and help […]
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Public hearing on trial trap–neuter–return program set for tonight
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council is slated to conduct a public hearing and first reading on Sept. 5 to discuss “An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6.04 of the Casper Municipal Code,” which seeks to establish a trial trap–neuter–return program to manage the growing population of feral cats in the community, according to a memo […]
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Yellowstone presents alternative bison strategies in draft plan
Park officials are soliciting public comment on the plan, which comes on the heels of a tumultuous year for bison and people who hunt them.
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(VIDEO) Mountain lion captured on camera prowling east Casper porch early Tuesday
CASPER, Wyo. — A mountain lion was the star attraction in a doorbell camera video captured in the early hours in Casper’s Eastgate neighborhood on Tuesday. The video shows the mountain lion as it bounds into view from the left, jumps onto the porch and proceeds to closely examine the front door and house. The […]
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Public asked to report dead sage-grouse during West Nile virus season
CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is asking everyone, especially landowners, to report dead sage-grouse so the birds can be tested for West Nile virus. While there are no signs of an outbreak, Game and Fish asks the public annually for reports to help in the management of the state’s sage-grouse populations, […]
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Grizzly bear relocated from private land in Thermopolis area
CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department captured and relocated an adult grizzly bear on Aug. 15. According to a news release, the bear was captured “for livestock depredation northwest of Thermopolis on private land” and was relocated to the Five Mile Creek drainage area, some 41 miles west of Cody. “Bears are […]
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Community input sought on ordinance changes for Metro TNR program
CASPER, Wyo. — On Aug. 15, the Casper City Council set a public hearing date for Sept. 5 to discuss proposed changes to the city’s ordinance aimed at supporting Metro Animal Services’ Trap Neuter and Return program. The TNR program, designed to address feral cat issues humanely, was discussed during a July 11 work session […]
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Feeding wildlife? Think again: Casper City Council tightens animal feeding rules
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council has passed proposed changes to an ordinance related to the feeding of non-domesticated animals during its regular meeting on Aug. 15. The approved amendment removes most birds and squirrels from the list of wild animals exempted from the ban, according to a memo prepared for the City Council. […]
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Turkey, squirrel feeding could be banned with 3rd reading of Casper ordinance
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper City Council is set to pass proposed changes to an ordinance related to animal feeding during its regular meeting on Aug. 15. The proposed amendment removes most birds and squirrels from the exempted list of wild animals allowed to be fed, according to a memo prepared for the City Council. […]
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Mustangs, burros showcase progress at Wyoming trainer incentive program challenge
CASPER, Wyo. — On Aug. 18, mustangs, burros and their trainers will show off the progress they’ve made in 90 days at the Wyoming Trainer Incentive Program Challenge. The annual event is cooperatively organized by the Bureau of Land Management and the Wyoming Mustang Association. The TIP Challenge will start at 8 a.m. in the […]
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Gruner Brothers Brewing hosts Ham and Jam Pig Race
The annual Ham and Jam Pig Race is happening Aug. 26 in the lower parking lot of Gruner Brothers brewing from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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NPS asks for public comment on Environmental Impact Statement for bison management at Yellowstone
CASPER, Wyo. — The National Park Service is exploring different ways of managing bison populations at Yellowstone National Park by releasing a draft Environmental Impact Statement for a Bison Management Plan. This plan, outlined in the draft EIS, encompasses a diverse range of actions to manage bison within the park while considering various ecological and […]
