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Crews respond to Tuesday house fire in Casper (Photos)

CASPER, Wyo. — No injuries were reported and one dog was rescued at a Tuesday afternoon house fire in Casper. Officials say that the call came into emergency dispatch for... Read more »

04/23/19 4:17 PM

Gallery: Postmodern Jukebox mixes modern songs with retro style

Imagine Outkast’s “Hey Ya” reworked as a swinging, jazz club number or Madonna’s “Material Girl” morphed into a New Orleans-style romp, then you’ve got an idea of what brought Casper... Read more »

04/05/19 6:38 AM

Gallery: Casper College’s ‘The Firebird’ final rehearsal

Casper College’s Department of Theatre and Dance’s performed their final dress rehearsal for Igor Stravinsky’s “The Firebird” ballet on Wednesday night. The production premiered at Thursday, in the Gertrude Krampert... Read more »

04/04/19 6:07 AM

Recap: An Instagram Vernal Equinox in the OC

Residents of the Oil City welcomed Spring this week! In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24 hours in the Oil City through... Read more »

03/21/19 6:01 AM

Nearly 1,100 pool players in town for annual tournament (Photos)

Snowballs didn’t stop the pool balls this week. The 25th Annual VNEA Wyoming State 8-Ball Pool Tournament kicked off Wednesday at the Casper Events Center as scheduled. According to organizer Tom... Read more »

03/15/19 1:30 PM

Recap: An Instagram Snowpocalypse in the OC

Residents of the Oil City took the big snowstorm in stride this week! In Recap, our editors select Instagram images that tell the story of the last 24 hours in... Read more »

03/15/19 9:37 AM

NCHS production of classic ‘Oklahoma!’ premieres (Gallery)

The first performance of the Natrona County High School theatre group’s production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic “Oklahoma!” premiered Thursday, March 14, at NCHS. 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of... Read more »

03/14/19 6:44 PM

Photo Gallery: Snowstorm slams Casper and Natrona County

A strong winter storm brought heavy snowfall and gusty winds to much of Wyoming on Wednesday. The storm started overnight and intensified through the day, causing schools, businesses and most... Read more »

03/13/19 11:35 AM

KW boys advance to semifinals in 4A state hoops (Photos)

The Kelly Walsh Trojans fought off Cheyenne Central on Thursday afternoon to advance to the semifinals. KW beat Central 55-50 today at Casper College and will play Cheyenne East on... Read more »

03/07/19 4:46 PM

Recap: An Instagram Wednesday 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... Read more »

03/07/19 7:25 AM

Ash Wednesday: A time of ‘penance and conversion’ (Photos)

Like Catholics around the world, the congregation of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Casper gathered March 6, 2019 for Ash Wednesday mass. Pope Frances wrote on Twitter Wednesday... Read more »

03/06/19 12:05 PM

‘Her heart is still beating’: Friends, family remember Deborah Steplock (Gallery)

A classic Elvis Presley song called “I Got Lucky” played as photos were projected on big overhead screens during a memorial service for Deborah Steplock at Highland Park Community Church... Read more »

03/05/19 6:30 PM

Casper Police honor their own with 2018 Awards (Gallery)

Casper Police Chief Keith McPheeters handed out accolades to members of the police force on Wednesday afternoon. The ceremony started on a somber note following a press conference on a... Read more »

02/28/19 1:38 PM

Recap: An Instagram Wednesday 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... Read more »

02/28/19 5:52 AM

Recap: An Instagram Tuesday 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... Read more »

02/27/19 5:41 AM

Recap: An Instagram Monday in the OC

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... Read more »

02/26/19 5:54 AM

2019 State Wrestling Championships kick off (Photos)

High school wrestlers from around the state gathered at the Casper Events Center early Friday for weigh-ins and early rounds during the 2019 Wyoming State High School Wrestling Championships. Competition... Read more »

02/23/19 7:41 AM

Recap: An Instagram Thursday in the OC

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... Read more »

02/22/19 5:07 AM

Recap: An Instagram Wednesday in the OC

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... Read more »

02/21/19 6:18 AM

JC Burgers: Casper’s culinary time capsule still sizzling after 60 years

For over 60 years now, a tall sign with a blast of neon and sharp shapes has been making its distinctive statement on a quiet corner in central Casper. When... Read more »

02/12/19 4:17 PM

Building destroyed by fire (Photo Gallery)

Emergency crews responded to reports of a fire and explosions at a shop on Bryan Stock Trail and Metro on Wednesday afternoon. Crews from Natrona County, Casper and Mills responded... Read more »

02/06/19 3:38 PM

Arctic blast puts Casper in deep freeze (Gallery)

Casper residents woke up to snow, icy roads and frigid temperatures on Wednesday morning. The National Weather Service in Riverton issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook and Winter Weather Advisory overnight,... Read more »

02/06/19 11:41 AM

PowerUp Gaming Lounge brings communal video gaming to Casper (Photos and Story)

Chad Jones has been playing video games most of his life. “Since I was a kid, it was the main thing that brought us together,” recalls Jones. “We had a... Read more »

02/05/19 5:03 PM

Casper’s Chinese community bring in the Year of the Pig with family, friends and food [Photos]

Tuesday, Feb. 5 marks the official start of the Chinese New Year. The traditional holiday, also known as Spring Festival, will conclude on Feb. 19. Some of Casper’s Chinese community... Read more »

02/05/19 12:33 PM

Officer Jacob Carlson retires, starts next chapter (Gallery)

Considering everything Casper Police Officer Jacob Carlson has experienced during his tenure on the police force, his gallows humor is firmly intact. “Having some gnarly scars and broken parts isn’t... Read more »

01/31/19 5:49 PM

Natrona County Sheriff’s Office presents awards for bravery, service (Photos)

Sheriff Gus Holbrook handed out awards and certificates to mark acts of distinction and bravery in the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office during 2018. The awards are handed out annually to... Read more »

01/30/19 3:37 PM

Gallery: Sled dogs take over Casper Mountain for annual Canines for Charity event

The distinct sound of howling dogs filled the air over the weekend on Casper Mountain. Sled dog enthusiasts from around the region gathered again for the annual Canines for Charity... Read more »

01/28/19 8:28 AM

Gallery: Parade in central Casper marks legacy of MLK Jr.

Dozens of Casper citizens gathered at Art 321 on a blustery Monday morning to mark their appreciation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Before the march started, a handful of... Read more »

01/21/19 1:41 PM

SNAPPED: Sniffing for trouble in the legislature

Wyoming Highway Patrol K-9 officer Jeramy Pittsley leads Scout through the house chambers before the first day of the 2019 general session of the Wyoming Legislature at the Jonah Business... Read more »

01/08/19 2:00 PM

Gallery: Wyoming celebrates start of new era during 2019 Inaugural Gala

While Wyoming’s elite came out in full to celebrate the inauguration of Governor Mark Gordon on Monday night, it was one of Wyoming’s legends who brought a healthy dose of... Read more »

01/08/19 8:27 AM

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... Read more »

01/03/19 8:38 AM

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... Read more »

01/02/19 5:09 AM

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... Read more »

12/28/18 5:34 AM

Gallery: A look back at 2018 in photos

We gathered together some of our favorite moments captured in still photos to mark the end of another eventful year in Natrona County. All of us at Oil City News... Read more »

12/27/18 8:33 AM

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... Read more »

12/27/18 5:03 AM

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Crews respond to Tuesday house fire in Casper (Photos)

Photos: Yorkie rugby in the park

Recap: An Instagram Easter Weekend in the OC

Backstory: A ghostly living room survives the decades on South Durbin (Photos)

66 minutes: The frantic race to save Notre Dame [PHOTOS]

Photos: Heart, sweat and tears at WAWA state amateur wrestling

Gallery: Postmodern Jukebox mixes modern songs with retro style

Gallery: Casper College’s ‘The Firebird’ final rehearsal

Recap: An Instagram Vernal Equinox in the OC

Nearly 1,100 pool players in town for annual tournament (Photos)

Recap: An Instagram Snowpocalypse in the OC

NCHS production of classic ‘Oklahoma!’ premieres (Gallery)

Photo Gallery: Snowstorm slams Casper and Natrona County

KW boys advance to semifinals in 4A state hoops (Photos)

Recap: An Instagram Wednesday in the OC

Ash Wednesday: A time of ‘penance and conversion’ (Photos)

‘Her heart is still beating’: Friends, family remember Deborah Steplock (Gallery)

Casper Police honor their own with 2018 Awards (Gallery)

Recap: An Instagram Wednesday in the OC

Recap: An Instagram Tuesday in the OC

Recap: An Instagram Monday in the OC

2019 State Wrestling Championships kick off (Photos)

Recap: An Instagram Thursday in the OC

Recap: An Instagram Wednesday in the OC

JC Burgers: Casper’s culinary time capsule still sizzling after 60 years

Building destroyed by fire (Photo Gallery)

Arctic blast puts Casper in deep freeze (Gallery)

PowerUp Gaming Lounge brings communal video gaming to Casper (Photos and Story)

Casper’s Chinese community bring in the Year of the Pig with family, friends and food [Photos]

Officer Jacob Carlson retires, starts next chapter (Gallery)

Natrona County Sheriff’s Office presents awards for bravery, service (Photos)

Gallery: Sled dogs take over Casper Mountain for annual Canines for Charity event

Gallery: Parade in central Casper marks legacy of MLK Jr.

SNAPPED: Sniffing for trouble in the legislature

Gallery: Wyoming celebrates start of new era during 2019 Inaugural Gala

Recap: An Instagram Wednesday in the OC (Photos)

Recap: An Instagram New Year’s in the OC (Photos)

Recap: An Instagram Thursday in the OC (Photos)

Gallery: A look back at 2018 in photos

Recap: An Instagram Wednesday in the OC (Photos)

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Mills PD Warrant Watch: Ray-Robinson, Bauer, Schlotfeldt, Woodell, Crimm

Prosecutor: St Patrick’s suspect booked hotel near Vatican

Recent Arrests (4/23/19)

Casper Police seek information on April 21 vandalisms (VIDEO)

Cheyenne police investigate burglary of two restaurant owners

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Evansville Town Council approves health insurance agreement, catering permits and more

Sexual assault care packages presented to Hospital

No new building code exemptions for historic buildings

E. coli outbreak prompts recall of over 113,000 pounds of beef

Casper City Council agree on legislative proposals for 2020 Wyoming legislative session

Wyoming

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Man who attacked tourists in Yellowstone restroom sentenced

Joe Legerski retiring as Wyoming women’s basketball coach

Casper City Council agree on legislative proposals for 2020 Wyoming legislative session

Federal appeals court overturns Idaho wolf-killing ruling

Deputy Sheriff Scott to talk dangers of technology with parents and students

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National/World

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Ex-Vice President Biden launches 2020 presidential campaign

Texas executes avowed racist in black man’s dragging death