Health

FDA: E. coli outbreak linked to popular salad mix bags

CASPER, Wyo. – The FDA is warning against eating some Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad kits. In a release sent on Monday evening, the FDA says U.S. state... Read more »

12/10/19 5:17 AM

White Castle frozen hamburgers recalled with possible Listeria issue

12/09/19 1:57 PM

With new facility on horizon, Casper’s VA clinic plans for future

12/06/19 6:01 AM

Seven die from flesh-eating infections after using black tar heroin in San Diego

12/05/19 10:22 AM

Over 100 people ill after consuming lettuce likely grown in California

12/04/19 6:41 PM

Recent Births (11/10/19 – 11/23/19)

11/27/19 12:50 PM

Michigan: New ban on tobacco, vape flavors

By PHILIP MARCELO Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts became the first state to ban the sale of flavored tobacco and vaping products, including menthol cigarettes, after the Republican governor... Read more »

11/27/19 11:48 AM

Melania Trump encourages students to avoid misusing drugs

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press BALTIMORE (AP) — Melania Trump on Tuesday urged students at a youth summit to avoid misusing drugs, saying that would make it harder for them... Read more »

11/26/19 12:02 PM

Wisconsin mom who lost son at childbirth pumps for 63 days, donates breastmilk

A mother in Wisconsin decided to turn her grief into giving. On an emotional Facebook post, Sierra Strangfeld detailed her experience, saying she wanted “nothing more than to be successful... Read more »

11/25/19 2:00 PM

Federal addiction treatment dollars off-limits for marijuana

By CARLA K. JOHNSON AP Medical Writer The U.S. government is barring federal dollars meant for opioid addiction treatment to be used on medical marijuana. The move is aimed at... Read more »

11/22/19 11:31 AM

Only 160 vaccines left after busy flu season at Casper-Natrona health department

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department have only 160 flu vaccines remaining after a busy start to the season. Disease Prevention Clinic Manager Hilary Cage told the health... Read more »

11/22/19 10:05 AM

Suspected norovirus outbreak closes 46 schools in Colorado

It’s an early but unwelcome Thanksgiving break for students in western Colorado. According to the Daily Sentinel, a highly contagious norovirus outbreak has hit several schools and numerous students and... Read more »

11/21/19 4:02 PM

17 ill, 7 hospitalized after consuming E. Coli contaminated salad

CASPER, Wyo. — Various salad products are being recalled due to possible E. Coli contamination. 17 people have become ill including seven who were hospitalized after consuming the products. The... Read more »

11/21/19 3:38 PM

Vape debate: Are e-cigarettes wiping out teen smoking?

By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — In almost any other year it would be hailed as a public health victory: The smoking rate among U.S. high schoolers... Read more »

11/21/19 9:17 AM

Nabisco ‘Cheese Nips’ recalled due to potential plastic contamination

CASPER, Wyo. — Mondelēz Global LLC is voluntarily recalling some 11 ounce boxes of Nabisco “Cheese Nips” due to potential plastic contamination. A Wednesday, Nov. 20 annoucement shared by the... Read more »

11/20/19 6:38 PM

Recovering addicts to distribute Thanksgiving food boxes to needy Casper families

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Rescue Mission offers a “Discipleship Recovery Program” to people struggling with substance addictions. Members of that program will be distributing food boxes to families in... Read more »

11/20/19 3:29 PM

Olivia Caldwell Foundation donates $100,000 toward pediatric cancer research

CASPER, Wyo. — The Olivia Caldwell Foundation donated $100,000 toward pediatric cancer research during their annual dinner on Saturday, Nov. 16. The donation was made to Dr. Nick Foreman’s pediatric... Read more »

11/18/19 12:07 PM

As Thanksgiving approaches, people warned against holiday drunk driving

CASPER, Wyo. — Law enforcement and other agencies in Natrona County are warning people against drinking and driving this holiday season. They say that “Thanksgiving Eve is the start of... Read more »

11/18/19 9:47 AM

Recent Births (11/02/19 – 11/10/19)

CASPER, Wyo. — Help us welcome the newest additions to the Oil City area, and offer a big “congratulations” to all of their parents, families, and friends! The recent births list... Read more »

11/15/19 3:37 PM

AARP: price of brand-name drugs rise twice as fast as inflation

CASPER, Wyo. – The AARP is reporting that retail prices for popular brand-name prescription drugs have “surged by an average of 5.8 percent in 2018,” according to a release issued... Read more »

11/15/19 2:09 PM

Natural Grocers organic soybeans recalled due to mold, distributed in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — 2-pound Natural Grocers brand organic soybeans are being recalled due to possible mold contamination. Colorado-based Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. issued the recall on Nov. 13... Read more »

11/14/19 5:56 PM

Enzi looks to quell ‘skyrocketing’ teenage vaping numbers

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s United States Senator Mike Enzi says he is concerned about teenagers increasingly using e-cigarettes and vaping products. His office says that the “teen use of e-cigarettes... Read more »

11/13/19 5:00 PM

Wyoming committee advances Medicaid expansion bill

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — A legislative committee has advanced a bill that allows Gov. Mark Gordon to explore expanding the Medicaid program in Wyoming. The lawmakers on the Joint Revenue... Read more »

11/13/19 9:40 AM

Supplement to boost libido recalled; may be tainted with erectile dysfunction drug

CASPER, Wyo. — An “all-natural libido” product marketed for both men and women is being recalled because it may be contaminated with an erectile dysfunction drug which could lower blood... Read more »

11/11/19 10:59 AM

Consumer complaint leads to recall of nearly 130,500 pounds of raw meat

The United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a recall of around 130,464 pounds of raw beef products. The products may be contaminated with... Read more »

11/08/19 4:28 PM

39,000 Wyoming adults living with diabetes, 35,000 have prediabetes

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Department of Health says that about 39,000 adults in the state were living with diabetes according to a “2018 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System” estimate.... Read more »

11/07/19 11:17 AM

Cold smoked salmon products recalled; may cause botulism

CAPSER, Wyo. — Some cold smoked salmon products are being voluntarily recalled because they may be contaminated with a bacteria that could potentially cause botulism, “a potentially fatal form of... Read more »

11/07/19 10:58 AM

Teen Jeopardy! Champion donates $10K for cancer research to honor Alex Trebek

CASPER, Wyo. — Avi Gupta is a 2019 “Jeopardy!” Teen Tournament Champion. The Portland native recently announced that he is donating $10,000 to the Oregon Health & Science University Knight... Read more »

11/06/19 11:42 AM

New form of deadly drug fentanyl seized for first time in Denver

CASPER, Wyo. — Denver Police Department officers recently seized what they initially thought to be “a significant amount of black tar heroin in a brick-like form” during an undercover investigation.... Read more »

11/06/19 11:17 AM

One dead, eight hospitalized in ground beef salmonella infection

CASPER, Wyo. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other agencies are investigating “a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Dublin infections linked to ground beef.” As of Nov. 1, ten infection... Read more »

11/04/19 10:06 AM

Recent Births (10/6/19 – 10/25/19)

Howdy, li’l pardners! Help us welcome the newest additions to the Oil City area, and offer a big “congratulations” to all of their parents, families, and friends! The recent births... Read more »

11/01/19 12:37 PM

Casper’s new Pediatric Clinic features trick-or-treat during open house today

CASPER, Wyo. – The new Pediatric Specialty Outreach Clinic is celebrating its upcoming grand opening with a trick-or-treat open house today. According to a release, the open house features candy... Read more »

10/29/19 10:54 AM

New medical clinic opening in Lander (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — A new medical clinic in Lander will open on Monday, Nov. 4. “Patients now have a central location in Fremont County to see providers from St. John’s... Read more »

10/29/19 10:42 AM

As Halloween approaches, FDA cautions against colored contacts

CASPER, Wyo. — Halloween is just over a week away. While some people might be planning to incorporate colored or decorative contact lenses into their costumes, the United States Food... Read more »

10/23/19 2:02 PM

Over 6,000 pounds of Walmart ‘Great Value’ brand meat recalled for possible Salmonella

CASPER, Wyo. – A supplier for Walmart has issued a recall for approximately 6,444 pounds of ready-to-eat sausage patty and turkey sausage patty products that may be contaminated with Salmonella.... Read more »

10/21/19 9:05 AM

Johnson & Johnson recalling baby powder that may contain asbestos

CASPER, Wyo. — Johnson & Johnson is voluntary recalling some baby powder after a sample revealed “chrysotile fibers, a type of asbestos.” The United States Food and Drug Administration alerted... Read more »

10/18/19 5:35 PM

Vaping illness claims the life of Montana teenager

CASPER, Wyo. — A Montana “individual in their late teens” has died from the use of electronic cigarettes. That us according to the Montana Department of Public Health and Human... Read more »

10/16/19 12:05 PM

Consumers warned against two cough syrups that may cause illness

CASPER, Wyo. — Consumers are being warned against using two over-the-counter cough syrups. Rompe Pecho EX and Rompe Pecho CF may contain microbial contaminants, according to the United States Food... Read more »

10/15/19 11:31 AM

Taco Bell seasoned beef recalled, may contain metal shavings

CASPER, Wyo. — Some cases containing five pound plastic bags of Taco Bell Seasoned Beef Taco and Burrito Filling are being recalled due to possible metal shaving contamination. Kenosha Beef... Read more »

10/15/19 10:22 AM

Cases of three STDs at all-time high; newborn babies at risk

CASPER, Wyo. — An annual report shows that combined cases of syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia are at an all time high. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports the... Read more »

10/14/19 1:39 PM

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Health

FDA: E. coli outbreak linked to popular salad mix bags

White Castle frozen hamburgers recalled with possible Listeria issue

With new facility on horizon, Casper’s VA clinic plans for future

Seven die from flesh-eating infections after using black tar heroin in San Diego

Over 100 people ill after consuming lettuce likely grown in California

Recent Births (11/10/19 – 11/23/19)

Michigan: New ban on tobacco, vape flavors

Melania Trump encourages students to avoid misusing drugs

Wisconsin mom who lost son at childbirth pumps for 63 days, donates breastmilk

Federal addiction treatment dollars off-limits for marijuana

Only 160 vaccines left after busy flu season at Casper-Natrona health department

Suspected norovirus outbreak closes 46 schools in Colorado

17 ill, 7 hospitalized after consuming E. Coli contaminated salad

Vape debate: Are e-cigarettes wiping out teen smoking?

Nabisco ‘Cheese Nips’ recalled due to potential plastic contamination

Recovering addicts to distribute Thanksgiving food boxes to needy Casper families

Olivia Caldwell Foundation donates $100,000 toward pediatric cancer research

As Thanksgiving approaches, people warned against holiday drunk driving

Recent Births (11/02/19 – 11/10/19)

AARP: price of brand-name drugs rise twice as fast as inflation

Natural Grocers organic soybeans recalled due to mold, distributed in Wyoming

Enzi looks to quell ‘skyrocketing’ teenage vaping numbers

Wyoming committee advances Medicaid expansion bill

Supplement to boost libido recalled; may be tainted with erectile dysfunction drug

Consumer complaint leads to recall of nearly 130,500 pounds of raw meat

39,000 Wyoming adults living with diabetes, 35,000 have prediabetes

Cold smoked salmon products recalled; may cause botulism

Teen Jeopardy! Champion donates $10K for cancer research to honor Alex Trebek

New form of deadly drug fentanyl seized for first time in Denver

One dead, eight hospitalized in ground beef salmonella infection

Recent Births (10/6/19 – 10/25/19)

Casper’s new Pediatric Clinic features trick-or-treat during open house today

New medical clinic opening in Lander (PHOTOS)

As Halloween approaches, FDA cautions against colored contacts

Over 6,000 pounds of Walmart ‘Great Value’ brand meat recalled for possible Salmonella

Johnson & Johnson recalling baby powder that may contain asbestos

Vaping illness claims the life of Montana teenager

Consumers warned against two cough syrups that may cause illness

Taco Bell seasoned beef recalled, may contain metal shavings

Cases of three STDs at all-time high; newborn babies at risk

Crime

AP

Wyoming teen to be tried as an adult in planned shooting

6 killed in New Jersey gunbattle, including police officer

Court documents: Suspects in murder case turned selves in

Colorado man claimed to be kidnapped, arrested on charges of possession and false reporting

Suspects in Casper murder investigation return to Natrona County (PHOTOS)

Obituaries

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Caroll Spinney- Sesame Street’s Big Bird, Oscar; dies at age 85

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Obituaries: Smith, Realing, Olson, Richards, Haynes

Community

Breaking News

‘Down with death penalty,’ conservative, liberal, and religious Wyoming protesters say (PHOTOS)

On historic anniversary of women’s suffrage, student challenges Wyoming to address suicide (PHOTOS)

Rib & Chop House will bring the steakhouse experience back to downtown Casper

Country singer Josh Turner to perform in Casper

Today marks 150th anniversary of suffrage in Wyoming

Wyoming

AP

Wyoming teen to be tried as an adult in planned shooting

Court documents: Suspects in murder case turned selves in

‘Down with death penalty,’ conservative, liberal, and religious Wyoming protesters say (PHOTOS)

Colorado man claimed to be kidnapped, arrested on charges of possession and false reporting

Suspects in Casper murder investigation return to Natrona County (PHOTOS)

Promoted

Community Health Center of Central Wyoming

CHCCW launch Veterans Community Care Program

State Farm Agent, Eric Brinkerhoff a.k.a. “Agent 307”; is taking you out to the movies once again!

Both the End and the Beginning of a Long Road Introducing WPDN’s Newest Associate, Zara Mason

Shop local campaign uses $2 bills to help spread awareness

David Street Station gives thanks for Community Christmas Tree help (PHOTOS)

Galleries

Community

Casper welcomes holiday season with tree lighting and parade (PHOTOS)

Casper digs out after powerful storm trounces region (PHOTOS)