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Warrant Roundup (8/20/19)

CASPER, Wyo. — The Warrant Roundup is provided as a public service to the citizens and visitors of Casper, Wyoming. The list below represents warrants that have been confirmed by the... Read more »

08/20/19 1:01 PM

WHSAA working out details to offer high school girls’ fast-pitch softball

CASPER, Wyo. — With at least eight Wyoming high schools now committed to offering girls’ fast-pitch softball, the Wyoming High School Activities Association is working out the details of how... Read more »

08/20/19 10:54 AM

UW offering ‘Campus Pass’ tours Sept. 14, free football tickets to students

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming will be hosting “Campus Pass” tours beginning at 10:30 am Saturday, Sept. 14. “Students and families interested in learning more about the University... Read more »

08/20/19 10:31 AM

Digital safety stressed as NCSD prepares for new school year

CASPER, Wyo. — With students set to head back to school on Sept. 3, the Natrona County School District and Natrona County Sheriff’s Office are reminding parents, guardians and students... Read more »

08/20/19 10:05 AM

High school students can gain Early Childhood credentials at Pathways this year

CASPER, Wyo. — Pathways Innovation Center will be offering Natrona County School District high school students a new opportunity this school year. “Starting with this upcoming school year, NCSD High... Read more »

08/20/19 9:11 AM

Casper breaks a new record high as smoke from fires drift in on Monday

Casper hit a new record high on Monday, according to the National Weather Service in Riverton. Casper’s high of 97 degrees broke the previous record of 96 degrees for Aug.... Read more »

08/20/19 6:14 AM

Check Out OC’s Top Events – Tuesday, August 20

It is summertime in the city and events are in full swing around the community! From live music and food events to family-friendly celebrations, fun-filled days are on the horizon.... Read more »

08/20/19 5:00 AM

Artist submissions sought for ‘Sagebrush Sea’ juried show

CASPER, Wyo. — This year’s annual juried fine arts and crafts show at the Casper College Werner Wildlife Museum is titled “Sagebrush Sea.” “The show celebrates Wyoming’s wildlife and wild... Read more »

08/19/19 4:03 PM

Warrant Roundup (8/19/19)

08/19/19 3:19 PM

New conservative group coordinator will push for Wyo. death penalty repeal in 2020, 2021

CASPER, Wyo. — There are 12 chapters of the “Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty” group across the country. The new Wyoming chapter’s first state coordinator is Kylie Taylor. “Being... Read more »

08/19/19 2:03 PM

NCSD Bus Hub hosts open house as kids gear up for school

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District’s bus hub will be holding an open house from 4:30-6:30 pm on Thursday, Aug. 22. “Students and families will have the opportunity... Read more »

08/19/19 12:57 PM

‘WildLIVE’ cameras aim to connect people to Wyoming wildlife

CASPER, Wyo. — A new live video streaming project know as “WildLIVE” intends to connect people to Wyoming wildlife. “[T]he cameras will stream live on the Game and Fish website... Read more »

08/19/19 12:44 PM

Legislation would provide $1.4 billion to conserve vulnerable wildlife

CASPER, Wyo. — A bipartisan proposal to help conserve 12,000 vulnerable wildlife species and 229 in Wyoming would provide $1.4 billion toward such efforts. The proposed legislation is called “The... Read more »

08/19/19 12:27 PM

Shrine Club hosting chicken wing cook-off to fund operations

The Casper Shrine Club is busy preparing for their first annual Wing Ding, a chicken wing cook-off and wing eating contest on Saturday, September 28 from 11 am – 2... Read more »

08/19/19 12:13 PM

Ambulance involved in crash on CY Ave

A Wyoming Medical Center ambulance was involved in a crash with another vehicle on Monday morning. According to Casper Police spokesperson on scene, the ambulance with lights and sirens activated... Read more »

08/19/19 11:05 AM

Recent Arrests (8/16/19 to 8/18/19)

CASPER, Wyo. — Here is the latest recent arrests log for law enforcement agencies in Natrona County The log represents law enforcement contact with suspects who were arrested, and the recommended... Read more »

08/19/19 10:55 AM

Man arrested for battery said breastfeeding girlfriend was “inviting the Devil”

A Casper man was arrested late Friday night on charges of domestic battery. According to a Casper Police Department report, police were called to a home at the 1100 block... Read more »

08/19/19 10:50 AM

Red Flag fire warning in effect for central Wyoming today

The National Weather Service in Riverton has put a good portion of Wyoming under a red flag warning through 9 p.m. today. The NWS predicts temperatures in Casper to reach... Read more »

08/19/19 6:33 AM

Check Out OC’s Top Five Events – Monday, August 19

It is summertime in the city and events are in full swing around the community! From live music and food events to family-friendly celebrations, fun-filled days are on the horizon.... Read more »

08/19/19 5:00 AM

Weekly Arrests (8/9/19 – 8/15/19)

CASPER, Wyo. — Here is a weekly recap of recent law enforcement activity. The recent arrests log represents law enforcement contact with individuals who were arrested, and the charges that are... Read more »

08/18/19 12:22 PM

Aggressive bears close portion of Grand Teton National Park

MOOSE, Wyo. (AP) — Part of Grand Teton National Park is temporarily closed due to aggressive bears. Park officials say visitors fed bears Tuesday on Signal Mountain Summit Road. A... Read more »

08/18/19 12:40 AM

Check Out OC’s Top Five Events – Saturday, August 17

It is summertime in the city and events are in full swing around the community! From live music and food events to family-friendly celebrations, fun-filled days are on the horizon.... Read more »

08/17/19 1:00 AM

Input sought on City Council Code of Ethics

CASPER, Wyo. — The City of Casper is taking public input on a proposed Code of Ethics that is being considered by the City Council. Prior to the first public... Read more »

08/16/19 5:04 PM

Arizona, Nevada cuts to Colorado River water negligible

By FELICIA FONSECA Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Arizona and Nevada are faced with the first-ever cuts to their Colorado River water supply in 2020. But the cuts aren’t... Read more »

08/16/19 3:16 PM

Recent Births (8/5/19 – 8/11/19)

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

08/16/19 12:36 PM

Warrant Roundup (8/16/19)

08/16/19 12:18 PM

Casper native promoted to Police Lieutenant

Natrona County High School grad Daniel Dundas has been promoted to rank of Lieutenant. Dundas’ promotion from Sergeant to Lieutenant was announced in a Casper Police Department media release sent... Read more »

08/16/19 11:55 AM

Repairs to Wyoming Blvd. to start next week

Work on patching a portion of Wyoming Boulevard (WYO 285) will start early next Tuesday, according to a release from WYDOT. The work will take place between Eagle and Talon... Read more »

08/16/19 8:46 AM

Tasty teamwork: ‘Troy’s Killer Tacos’ and ‘Farm to Plate’ join forces (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — Tasty teamwork, tantalizing tacos and teachable treats; is that too many “T” words? “Taco” Troy Girod of “Troy’s Killer Tacos” and Neal Neumiller of the “FTP” food... Read more »

08/15/19 5:04 PM

Scientists confirm July set new global heat record

By FRANK JORDANS Associated Press BERLIN (AP) — July was the hottest month measured on Earth since records began in 1880, the latest in a long line of peaks that... Read more »

08/15/19 1:41 PM

Virgin Galactic reveals futuristic outpost for space tourism

By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN Associated Press UPHAM, N.M. (AP) — Spaceport America is no longer just a shiny shell of hope that space tourism would one day launch from this... Read more »

08/15/19 1:33 PM

Wyo. Food for Thought organizes back to school food drive

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Food for Thought Project is organizing a city-wide back to school food drive on Saturday, Aug. 24. “Over 3,000 children live with hunger on a... Read more »

08/15/19 1:01 PM

Comic relief: New store expands collectable culture in Casper

Steve Howe had something of an epiphany during the first-ever Casper Comic Con last month. Howe had a booth at the show, where he expected around 500 participants. “They had... Read more »

08/15/19 11:34 AM

UW to host 2nd Annual ‘WyoHackathon’

CASPER, Wyo. — The University of Wyoming’s College of Engineering and Applied Science will host the 2nd Annual “WyoHackathon” from Sept. 19-22. But this year’s event offers something new. “[T]he... Read more »

08/15/19 11:23 AM

Summer comes to a close as Casper College students return to campus (Gallery)

In preparation for the start of classes on Monday, Casper College students were busy Thursday morning moving their belongings into the resident halls on campus. “I like getting the chance... Read more »

08/15/19 11:22 AM

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Community

Warrant Roundup (8/20/19)

After West Nile Virus detection, aerial mosquito spraying complete

$50,000 grants available to Wyo. early childhood learning providers

Highway crash closes I-25, no major injuries reported

‘Comedy mentalist’ Sean Bott to perform at Casper College Sept. 4

‘Elemental Portraits’ kicks off Casper College art exhibits

WHSAA working out details to offer high school girls’ fast-pitch softball

UW offering ‘Campus Pass’ tours Sept. 14, free football tickets to students

Digital safety stressed as NCSD prepares for new school year

High school students can gain Early Childhood credentials at Pathways this year

Casper breaks a new record high as smoke from fires drift in on Monday

Check Out OC’s Top Events – Tuesday, August 20

Artist submissions sought for ‘Sagebrush Sea’ juried show

Warrant Roundup (8/19/19)

New conservative group coordinator will push for Wyo. death penalty repeal in 2020, 2021

NCSD Bus Hub hosts open house as kids gear up for school

‘WildLIVE’ cameras aim to connect people to Wyoming wildlife

Legislation would provide $1.4 billion to conserve vulnerable wildlife

Shrine Club hosting chicken wing cook-off to fund operations

Ambulance involved in crash on CY Ave

Recent Arrests (8/16/19 to 8/18/19)

Man arrested for battery said breastfeeding girlfriend was “inviting the Devil”

Red Flag fire warning in effect for central Wyoming today

Check Out OC’s Top Five Events – Monday, August 19

Weekly Arrests (8/9/19 – 8/15/19)

Aggressive bears close portion of Grand Teton National Park

Check Out OC’s Top Five Events – Saturday, August 17

Input sought on City Council Code of Ethics

Arizona, Nevada cuts to Colorado River water negligible

Recent Births (8/5/19 – 8/11/19)

Warrant Roundup (8/16/19)

Casper native promoted to Police Lieutenant

Repairs to Wyoming Blvd. to start next week

Tasty teamwork: ‘Troy’s Killer Tacos’ and ‘Farm to Plate’ join forces (PHOTOS)

Scientists confirm July set new global heat record

Virgin Galactic reveals futuristic outpost for space tourism

Wyo. Food for Thought organizes back to school food drive

Comic relief: New store expands collectable culture in Casper

UW to host 2nd Annual ‘WyoHackathon’

Summer comes to a close as Casper College students return to campus (Gallery)

Crime

AP

Serial killer who preyed on gay men executed in Florida

Casper man recommended for charge of Child Endangerment with Meth

Recent Arrests (8/21/19)

NCSO seeks info on CRC escapee

Texas executes man in 1998 slaying of college student

Obituaries

AP

Billionaire David Koch, conservative donor, dies at age 79

Obituaries: Geuke, Webb, Marken

Obituaries: Hicks, Leggett, Johnson, Cook

Obituaries: West, Swanson, Romango

‘Easy Rider’ star and writer Peter Fonda has died at 79

Wyoming

AP

US fossil fuel official says tech can help coal industry

Flavorful foraging: an intro to edible treats on Casper Mountain (PHOTOS)

Charging bison damages rental car in Yellowstone (VIDEO)

Five Wyo. school districts awarded for enhancing breakfast programs

Powell may signal future rate cuts, but would they matter?

Promoted

Latest News

Donate Life Wyoming Scavenger Hunt “Honor. Celebrate. Recognize.”

2019 Casper Start-Up Challenge open for entries

Toy Town’s Lego Contest

4th Annual No Cost To You Sports Physicals

Emergency Room or walk-in clinic: Do you know where to go?

Galleries

Breaking News

Look back: 2017 Eclipse Festival put Casper on center stage (PHOTOS)

Summer comes to a close as Casper College students return to campus (Gallery)

Love is the cure: Medical emergency leads to hospital wedding

Summer Readers party in the park to mark achievement (Photos)

Rescued exotic birds begin journey to Colorado (Photos)

National/World

AP

Serial killer who preyed on gay men executed in Florida

Billionaire David Koch, conservative donor, dies at age 79