LION Publishers is a national association of locally independent online news organizations and they recognize some of the finest work in the field every year during their annual awards ceremony. While typically held in-person, the ceremony was celebrated virtually this year due to the pandemic. We are excited to announce that during the event Oil […]
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(WATCH) Former Mustang Logan Wilson nabs first career interception Sunday
CASPER, Wyo — That’s former Natrona County High School Mustang and UW Cowboy and Casper native Logan Wilson wearing number #55 making his first career interception in the NFL as rookie linebacker for the Cincinnati Bengals. Wilson, the 24-year-old Casper native, snagged a tipped pass from Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz at the start of […]
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Local Laramie Cummings Wins NAFCU’s 2020 Professional of the Year Award
CASPER, Wyo. — Laramie Cummings, Marketing and Compliance Manager of Wyo Central Federal Credit Union headquartered in Casper, WY, was chosen as Professional of the Year by the National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions (NAFCU). Cummings and other winners in NAFCU’s 2020 Annual Awards Competition will be honored during NAFCU’s Virtual Congressional Caucus, September 14-15. […]
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VIDEO: An aerial view of Casper’s June 3 march in downtown Casper
CASPER, WY — Tensions and emotions ran high in Casper today as hundreds of protesters marched under the watchful eyes of social media users, police and armed citizens. For the most part, protesters were peaceful, police were tolerant and the community was supportive. The march was held in memory of George Floyd, the black man […]
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Tiny COVID concert: Randy Craig!
All this month, Oil City News is rolling out a series of tiny COVID concerts*, one-song sets from local artists who aim to lift our readers’ spirits while also sharing their gifts with the community they love. Today’s tiny COVID concert comes to us from friend of Oil City News and former Casperite Randy Craig. […]
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Tiny COVID concert: Patrick W. Stafford
COVID-19 closures have affected businesses we all depend on, making it tough for Oil City residents to make ends meet. Perhaps no one has felt this more than our local musicians, many of whom earn their livings playing gigs at the bars, restaurants and other venues that have been closed for several weeks. We miss […]
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Tiny COVID concert: Chris Whitten
Check out our latest tiny COVID concert, presented by Chris Whitten. a local singer/songwriter who agrees that we are #BetterTogether.
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Tiny COVID concert: Zack Schommer
COVID-19 closures have affected businesses we all depend on, making it tough for Oil City residents to make ends meet. Perhaps no one has felt this more than our local musicians, many of whom earn their livings playing gigs at the bars, restaurants and other venues that have been closed for several weeks. We miss […]
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Local educational livestreams for children
CASPER, Wyo. – Natrona County School District is providing education to students through “adapted learning plans”, remote education that began on April 6. In addition to that teachers, museums, and other organizations have been quick to pivot towards the creation of online content that can be used to supplement education at home. Here is our […]
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List of local organizations offering free food and services to families w/ children
CASPER, Wyo. – When schools were closed, many parents wondered how they would keep their kids engaged and learning at home. Families dependent on school lunches or weekend food bags wondered how they would keep their children fed. Thankfully individuals, organizations, and businesses have responded quickly to the growing needs in our comunity. Here is […]
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SNAPPED: “Robot Worm” art car highlights Downtown Halloween celebrations (VIDEO)
An “art car’ created for the Nevada desert’s Burning Man Festival might be the last thing you’d expect to see on a snowy Halloween night in Downtown Casper. But trick-or-treaters on Wolcott Street were delighted by the car’s surprise appearance at the area’s annual Halloween celebration. Creator Keith Gillihan explained that he and co-creator Leland […]
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Video: Cruise the sights and sounds of the Casper Art Walk
CASPER, Wyo. — Those who missed the last Casper Art Walk or want to get a glimpse of the sights and sounds from a new perspective are in luck. Jeremy and Dalton are back at it again. This time, they’re taking Oil City News readers along as they vlog the Casper Art Walk and Rock […]
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Video: Explore the Bridle Trail with Casper’s Jeremy Miller
CASPER, Wyo. — Summer is in full swing in the Oil City. It’s a great time to get outside and enjoy some of Casper’s natural beauty. That includes the Bridle Trail, which starts near the base of Casper Mountain at Rotary Park. In this special report, Jeremy Miller takes us on a tour with his […]
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Win a V.I.P. CNFR package from Oil City News
For one week each June, the College National Finals Rodeo runs this town, and Oil City News wants you to experience all of the action like a V.I.C. (Very Important Cowboy). Along with our “pardners” at the The Fort Saloon N’ Eatery, Frontier Brewing Company, Visit Casper and the Casper Events Center, Oil City News […]
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Become a CNFR V.I.P. when you win the Oil City News Roundup Sweepstakes!
For one week each June, the College National Finals Rodeo runs this town, and Oil City News wants you to experience all of the action like a V.I.C. (Very Important Cowboy). Along with our “pardners” at the The Fort Saloon N’ Eatery, Frontier Brewing Company, Visit Casper and the Casper Events Center, Oil City News […]
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Recap: An Instragram St. Paddy’s Day in the OC
Residents of the Oil City are always on the move. In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24 hours in the Oil City through the eyes of Casper residents. If you’d like to have your photos considered for our next post, be sure to use our hashtag #oilcityproud on […]
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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 hours in the Oil City through the eyes of Casper residents. If you’d like to have your photos considered for our next post, be sure […]
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Recap: An Instagram Wednesday in the OC (Photos)
Residents of the Oil City are taking in the holiday season in all its glory. In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24 hours in the Oil City through the eyes of Casper residents. If you’d like to have your photos considered for our next post, be sure […]
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Recap: An Instagram New Year’s 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 holiday in the Oil City through the eyes of Casper residents. If you’d like to have your photos considered for our next post, be sure to use […]
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Highland Park set to host second annual Night to Shine event
For the second year in a row, Highland Park Community Church will be one of the 500 churches around the world to host the 2019 Night to Shine on Friday, February 8. This event, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, brings a prom night experience to those with special needs ages 14 and older. The […]
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Recap: An Instagram Thursday in the OC (Photos)
Residents of the Oil City are taking in the holiday season in all its glory. In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24 hours in the Oil City through the eyes of Casper residents. If you’d like to have your photos considered for our next post, be sure […]
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Recap: An Instagram Wednesday in the OC (Photos)
Residents of the Oil City are taking in the holiday season in all its glory. In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24 hours in the Oil City through the eyes of Casper residents. If you’d like to have your photos considered for our next post, be sure […]
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Recap: An Instagram Christmas in the OC (Photos)
Residents of the Oil City are taking in the holiday season in all its glory. In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the holiday in the Oil City through the eyes of Casper residents. If you’d like to have your photos considered for our next post, be sure to use […]
