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New 3D digital x-ray brings ‘science fiction’ into reality

CASPER, Wyo. – An area at the Wyoming Medical Center where salads and sandwiches were once served now houses one of the most cutting edge pieces of medical technology in... Read more »

02/19/20 3:27 PM

Paradise Valley DLI students celebrate ‘Year of the Rat’ (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo – The Paradise Valley Elementary fifth-grade students performed a play titled “The Clever Rat” in celebration of the Chinese lunar New Year on Thursday morning. The play was... Read more »

01/23/20 3:05 PM

Casper MLK Equality Day march celebrates community action (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – While many consider Martin Luther King Jr. Day to be a day off, participants in the MLK Equality Day march in honor of Dr. King in Casper... Read more »

01/20/20 2:17 PM

Casper’s New Year’s baby born after Denver detour (Photos)

BreAnna McFarland and her husband Cody spent her 21st birthday and Christmas away from home. Not because of a birthday vacation, but because their first child, Paxton, was on the... Read more »

01/03/20 2:58 PM

Photos: A photographic look back at 2019 in the Oil City

CASPER, Wyo. – Nearing the year’s end, it’s customary to pause and reflect. In our case, we do that with photos. At Oil City News, we often use visual journalism... Read more »

12/23/19 5:57 AM

Park School students, staff brave cold to break ground for new building (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – Park Elementary School students and faculty gathered outside their building on Monday afternoon, huddling close to each other for warmth against the bitter cold. The reason for... Read more »

12/16/19 4:17 PM

The Christmas Cottage continues business of spreading holiday cheer in Casper

This story was first published in 2018 for the store’s 30th anniversary and is being republished for the holiday season. No other major details have changed. Thirty years ago, a... Read more »

12/16/19 11:58 AM

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

CASPER, Wyo. – The 2019 holiday season is in full swing after the annual Community Christmas Tree lighting and the Downtown Christmas Parade on Saturday night. The events took place... Read more »

12/01/19 7:05 AM

Dan Cepeda earns honor for Oil City News (PHOTOS)

EDITORIAL by Trevor T. TrujilloEditor-In-Chief, Oil City News It’s been just over three years since the announcement that Oil City News had been purchased by an owner in the Casper... Read more »

11/29/19 3:10 PM

Southridge students pack Christmas packages for overseas troops (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – Wyoming solders serving in the Middle East are about to receive some warmth from home. Members of the Southridge Elementary Kindness Club gathered on a snowy Monday... Read more »

11/26/19 5:19 PM

Holiday Square lighting ushers in holiday season in Casper (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – About 70,000 lights on 40 trees dazzled a crowd gathered in Conwell Park on Sunday evening during the annual Holiday Square lighting event. City of Casper installed... Read more »

11/25/19 6:06 AM

Casper Police Department donates recovered bikes to local groups (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – Forty-three lost and lonely bikes in various states of repair sat in a dark storage garage. On Thursday, representatives from three local organizations gave those bikes new... Read more »

11/21/19 1:44 PM

Searchers take to horseback and sky on fifth day of search for missing Casper boy (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – With horse trailers and a Blackhawk helicopter nearby, searchers gathered at Goose Creek Circle just off Hat Six Road on a cold Thursday morning for their daily... Read more »

11/14/19 10:47 AM

KWHS beats Cheyenne Central, heads to semifinals in state volleyball (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – The KWHS Lady Trojans easily defeated Cheyenne Central in three matches during quarterfinals at the 4A 2019 Wyoming State High School Volleyball Championships on Thursday night. KWHS... Read more »

11/08/19 5:37 AM

Gallery show puts spotlight on midcentury illustration art

CASPER, Wyo. – For much of the last century, professional illustrators were celebrated and envied. The illustrators’ work graced countless big magazines, movie posters, pulp novels and advertisements. But like... Read more »

11/07/19 3:29 PM

Backstory: Ghosts of Nolan Chevrolet’s auto empire still linger in Casper (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – When Casper’s Nolan Chevrolet was established in 1924, the American auto industry was very young. The dealership was started by Jack Nolan, who soon sold part of... Read more »

11/05/19 1:57 PM

Backstory: Casper wasn’t fooled by 1938 War of the Worlds broadcast

It has become synonymous with “mass hysteria.” Orson Welles’ infamous War of the Worlds radio broadcast celebrates its 81st anniversary this year. On October 30th, 1938, the modernized and Americanized... Read more »

10/30/19 2:13 PM

Lighting the way for the downtown holiday season (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – City of Casper crews were out on Wednesday hanging Christmas lights on downtown trees. The decking of downtown streets usually starts this time of year while the... Read more »

10/17/19 5:43 AM

2019 Oil Bowl (Photo Gallery)

CASPER, Wyo. – Natrona County High School hosted crosstown rival Kelly Walsh High School during the 55th annual Oil Bowl on Friday, October 11. Winds vanished as temperatures dipped, giving... Read more »

10/12/19 6:34 AM

Backstory: Remembering the Rex, Casper’s first luxury theater (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – The lot at 124 South Center in downtown Casper has likely been a parking lot longer than it was anything else. Its longest resident, other than the... Read more »

10/08/19 2:16 PM

Bright colors welcome first day of autumn (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – Monday, September 23 marked the first day of the 2019 autumn season. Some trees on Casper Mountain are starting to reflect the new season with changing colors.... Read more »

09/23/19 4:21 PM

Moving ceremony welcomes 23 orphaned veterans to final resting place (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – The remains of 23 people who served their country were given military honors before being interred at their final resting place on Wednesday at the Oregon Trail... Read more »

09/18/19 1:43 PM

KWHS club learns ancient art of making Japanese kites (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – Most Americans think of kites as whimsical toys making the best out of breezy summer days. In Japan, kites are thought of a bit more seriously. “It’s... Read more »

09/17/19 2:44 PM

National Guard soldiers deploy to Middle East (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – Members of the Wyoming National Guard received a police escort as they caravanned to the Natrona County International Airport on Monday afternoon. Soldiers in A Battery, 2nd... Read more »

09/10/19 12:30 PM

Hugs and tears as new school year kicks off (PHOTOS)

Like all schools in the Natrona County School District, Verda James Elementary buzzed on Tuesday morning with the start of another school year. Parents hugged their children and choked back... Read more »

09/03/19 10:13 AM

Mural honoring Casper civil rights activist James Reeb dedicated (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. – A Casper hero is finally getting the recognition he has long deserved in his hometown. A mural celebrating the life and achievements of the Rev. James Reeb... Read more »

08/29/19 4:20 AM

North speaks, Bright honored at annual Boys & Girls Club breakfast

CASPER, Wyo. – Speeches by Sen. John Barrasso, Governor Mark Gordon and conservative commentator Lt. Col. Oliver North brought plenty of applause on Wednesday morning, but it’s a painting that... Read more »

08/28/19 11:09 AM

Man’s quest to mow lawns in 50 states brings him to Casper (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – Rodney Smith Jr. is on a mission. Again. The founder of Raising Men Lawn Care Service is traveling the country for the sixth time, mowing lawns in... Read more »

08/28/19 6:14 AM

Casper gathers for second annual 5150′ Festival (Gallery)

CASPER, Wyo. — David Street Station buzzed with energy on Saturday as the second 5150′ Festival kicked off, bringing a full day of live music and local vendors to downtown... Read more »

08/25/19 11:20 AM

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

CASPER, Wyo. – On August 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse made its way from coast to coast. Casper was one of the prime spots for eclipse tourists for both... Read more »

08/21/19 9:20 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

Love is the cure: Medical emergency leads to hospital wedding

CASPER, Wyo. – Jim and Robin Guith sat anxiously together in the Wyoming Medical Center chapel on Wednesday morning. It was just about an hour before Jim was scheduled to... Read more »

08/14/19 11:45 PM

Rescued exotic birds begin journey to Colorado (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – It’s been nearly a month since workers at the Metro Animal Shelter lost their break room. Metro was barely able to find space for the dozens of... Read more »

08/12/19 12:01 PM

Wardrobe Cleaners folds after a century in business (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. – The decision to wind down one of Casper’s oldest continuously operating businesses wasn’t easy. It was, however, becoming inevitable. “It was time,” said Kelly Kerr, “probably past... Read more »

08/09/19 7:36 AM

Check Out OC’s Top Five Events – Friday, August 9

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 »

08/09/19 5:00 AM

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Galleries

New 3D digital x-ray brings ‘science fiction’ into reality

Photos: David Street Station plaza lets ice slip, preps for warmer seasons

Photos: 2020 API Chili Cook-Off heats up Casper (Updated with results)

Gallery: Wyoming legislators return to the restored historic Capitol

Photos: Casper virtually shut down as blizzard slams state

Hidden Casper: Long-lost Chevy relics appear during Nolan renovation

Paradise Valley DLI students celebrate ‘Year of the Rat’ (PHOTOS)

Casper MLK Equality Day march celebrates community action (PHOTOS)

Casper’s New Year’s baby born after Denver detour (Photos)

Photos: A photographic look back at 2019 in the Oil City

Park School students, staff brave cold to break ground for new building (Photos)

The Christmas Cottage continues business of spreading holiday cheer in Casper

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

Dan Cepeda earns honor for Oil City News (PHOTOS)

Southridge students pack Christmas packages for overseas troops (Photos)

Holiday Square lighting ushers in holiday season in Casper (Photos)

Casper Police Department donates recovered bikes to local groups (PHOTOS)

Searchers take to horseback and sky on fifth day of search for missing Casper boy (Photos)

KWHS beats Cheyenne Central, heads to semifinals in state volleyball (PHOTOS)

Gallery show puts spotlight on midcentury illustration art

Backstory: Ghosts of Nolan Chevrolet’s auto empire still linger in Casper (Photos)

Backstory: Casper wasn’t fooled by 1938 War of the Worlds broadcast

Lighting the way for the downtown holiday season (Photos)

2019 Oil Bowl (Photo Gallery)

Backstory: Remembering the Rex, Casper’s first luxury theater (Photos)

Bright colors welcome first day of autumn (PHOTOS)

Moving ceremony welcomes 23 orphaned veterans to final resting place (PHOTOS)

KWHS club learns ancient art of making Japanese kites (PHOTOS)

National Guard soldiers deploy to Middle East (Photos)

Hugs and tears as new school year kicks off (PHOTOS)

Mural honoring Casper civil rights activist James Reeb dedicated (PHOTOS)

North speaks, Bright honored at annual Boys & Girls Club breakfast

Man’s quest to mow lawns in 50 states brings him to Casper (Photos)

Casper gathers for second annual 5150′ Festival (Gallery)

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

Rescued exotic birds begin journey to Colorado (Photos)

Wardrobe Cleaners folds after a century in business (Photos)

Check Out OC’s Top Five Events – Friday, August 9

Crime

Community

Weekly Arrests (2/14/20 – 2/21/20)

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/20/20 – 2/21/20)

Recent Arrests (2/20/20 – 2/21/20)

Three more juveniles arrested, more guns recovered

Casper PD Incident Report Map (2/19/20 – 2/20/20)

Obituaries

Latest News

Obituaries: Walker-Rowe, Bremer, Reese

Obituaries: Rowe, Spethman, Kelly, Murray

Obituaries: Venegoni, Johnson, Zietz, Morton

Obituaries: Reynolds, Smith, Humes, Jr., Richter

Obituaries: Knapp, Mills, Culbertson, Sander

Community

City

Natrona County School District High School Honor Rolls- 2nd Quarter

Natrona County School District Middle School Honor Rolls- 2nd Quarter

Weekly Arrests (2/14/20 – 2/21/20)

Helicopter sharpshooters to kill Grand Teton nonnative goats

Natrona County Sheriff warns of phone ‘spoofing,’ possible scam

Wyoming

Education

University of Wyoming Fall Semester Honor Rolls

Natrona County School District High School Honor Rolls- 2nd Quarter

Natrona County School District Middle School Honor Rolls- 2nd Quarter

Suspect dies after jumping from vehicle during Wyoming highway chase

Helicopter sharpshooters to kill Grand Teton nonnative goats

Promoted

Casper College

CC Dance Production “The Yellow Wallpaper” Adapted and Choreographed By Local Instructor

Registration For 4th Annual Be Kind to Your Mind 5k/10k/Family Fun Run and Obstacle Course Now Open

CDC+ Reading Coaching

Wyoming’s leading independent radiology group recognized for achieving the highest standard in breast ultrasound imaging

Casper College homecoming festivities to include revival of pep band and fight song

National/World

AP

2nd person in days killed by Mardi Gras float in New Orleans

Sanders wins Nevada caucuses, takes national Democratic lead