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Council approves $10,000 to help fund CNFR ticket sales position

The Casper City Council approved a $10,000 contract with the Natrona County Travel and Tourism Council to help fund a College National Finals Rodeo group ticket sales position. “The City... Read more »

03/19/19 6:53 PM

Casper Police: No shots fired at Werner Court

The Casper Police Department has released a statement saying that they believe no shots were fired in an incident that prompted evacuations and a large visible law enforcement presence. On... Read more »

03/19/19 1:15 PM

Man allegedly found with methamphetamine during probation check

A Capser man was arrested Monday night after failing to report to his probation officer. According to a Casper Police affidavit, Donavan James, 23, was on probation for possession of... Read more »

03/19/19 12:46 PM

Recent Arrests (3/18/19)

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 charges against... Read more »

03/19/19 10:49 AM

Shopko latest retail fatality, liquidating all stores

Shopko announced yesterday that it will end operations and close all of its stores nationwide. The retailer operates several stores in Wyoming, including Douglas, Green River, Greybull, Lander, Mountain View,... Read more »

03/19/19 8:52 AM

Obituaries: Bohnet, Abbott, Watson

Charlotte Marie Bohnet, 96. Beloved Mother, Grand Mother, and Great Great Grand Mother Died March 15th, 2019 in her home which she had lived for over 60 years. She was... Read more »

03/19/19 5:18 AM

Scottie, the spectacular sweeping sensation, hangs up his broom

Over 30-years ago, a maintenance worker at the Casper Events Center simply wanted to get a routine job done faster than anyone else. The job was sweeping the court at... Read more »

03/18/19 1:50 PM

Wyo man arrested for charges of Sex Assault on a Child in Colo

Officials in Mesa County Colorado have announced that a Wyoming man has been arrested on multiple charges of Sexual Assault on a Child. The suspect was taken into custody by... Read more »

03/18/19 12:35 PM

One dies as a result of a multiple semi-trailer crash

On March 13, 2019, a fatal crash occurred at milepost 219 on Interstate 80 east of Rawlins, Wyoming. Around 9:37 a.m., Wyoming Highway Patrol troopers investigated a collision involving several... Read more »

03/18/19 11:50 AM

Transportation plan workshop attendees: Casper needs safer, shorter intersections

Citizens, Casper Area Metropolitan Planning Organization officials and other City officials gathered on Thursday, March 14 to discuss a new Long Range Transportation Plan that the MPO is working on... Read more »

03/18/19 11:44 AM

Recent Arrests (3/15/19 – 3/17/19)

03/18/19 10:17 AM

1 dead, 3 injured in crash near Evanston

One person is dead after a three-vehicle crash on I-80 near Evanston on Friday night. According to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, a Volvo combination unit was traveling westbound when it... Read more »

03/18/19 5:33 AM

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... Read more »

03/18/19 5:12 AM

Governor lets private schools avoid local zoning control

March 15, 2019 by Angus M. Thuermer Jr., WyoFile On Friday, Gov. Mark Gordon allowed a bill stripping county authority over private school zoning to become law without his signature saying in... Read more »

03/18/19 5:00 AM

Native Americans say movement to end ‘redface’ is slow

By FELICIA FONSECA Associated Press FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — John Little can hardly go a week without a reminder that he and other Native Americans often are viewed as relics... Read more »

03/17/19 10:43 AM

This Week’s Arrests (3/8/19 – 3/14/19)

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 recommended against... Read more »

03/16/19 11:31 AM

Coroner identifies woman from Casper Mountain accident

The Natrona County Coroner’s Office has identified a woman, whom officials say died after she was buried under a snow slide on Casper Mountain. Officials at the Coroner’s office say... Read more »

03/15/19 2:59 PM

WHP: Don’t press your luck for St. Paddy’s Day

The Wyoming Highway Patrol is saying “Don’t rely on luck to get you home safely on St. Patrick’s Day.” The WHP released a statement to media this week, warning Wyoming... Read more »

03/15/19 2:46 PM

Recent Births (3/4/19 – 3/8/19)

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 »

03/15/19 2:30 PM

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

NCSO: Woman dies after being buried in snow on Casper Mountain

Update 3/15/19 3:00 pm- The Natrona County Coroner’s Office has identified the deceased as Kathy L. Sullivan. Sheriff’s officials have released information regarding the death of a woman on Crimson... Read more »

03/15/19 11:48 AM

Man arrested after blizzard-day high-speed chase on closed interstate highway

Highway patrol vehicles were damaged and spike-strips where deployed to help end a high speed chase near Casper, after the suspect fled on a closed interstate, during a severe blizzard.... Read more »

03/15/19 11:41 AM

Recent Arrests (3/14/19)

03/15/19 10:01 AM

NWS says low-lying areas may see flooding as snow melts

The National Weather Service issued a hydrologic outlook at 9:14 a.m. Friday, March 15. The NWS said that snowmelt in low elevation areas is expected to increase from Tuesday, March... Read more »

03/15/19 9:39 AM

Obituaries: Boltz Jr., Watson

Harlan Elmer Boltz Jr., 68, of Casper, WY, passed away on March 12th in Casper, WY. Our Dad: Wow, where do we start? Unfortunately, this obituary is not long enough... Read more »

03/15/19 6:19 AM

Feds to ease land restrictions across US West

By MATTHEW BROWN Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The Trump administration is finalizing plans to ease restrictions on oil and gas drilling and other industries that were meant to... Read more »

03/15/19 5:39 AM

Mass shootings at New Zealand mosques kill 49; 1 man charged

By NICK PERRY and MARK BAKER Associated Press CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand (AP) — At least 49 people were killed in mass shootings at two mosques full of worshippers attending Friday... Read more »

03/15/19 5:17 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

Casper Airport update: some flights experience delays or cancellations Thursday

A United Airlines flight from Denver and scheduled to arrive in Casper at 2:38 p.m. Thursday was delayed, according to Casper/Natrona County International Airport flight information. United Airlines flight 4596... Read more »

03/14/19 3:11 PM

Truckers stranded in Casper as storm closes roads

Long haul trucker and Chicago native Naceur Chamakh spent Wednesday night sleeping in his cab in a Burger King parking lot. On Thursday morning, he feverishly tried to get his... Read more »

03/14/19 2:10 PM

Blizzard lingers in one area of Wyoming

DENVER (AP) — The massive blizzard that struck Colorado and Wyoming is finally over in all but one small section of southeast Wyoming. Blizzard warnings were discontinued just before noon... Read more »

03/14/19 1:56 PM

Man arrested after chase with law enforcement near Sheridan

The Sheridan County Wyoming Sheriff’s office has released information about a suspect that they say led law enforcement on a chase through the county, earlier this week. A statement from... Read more »

03/14/19 1:52 PM

Road update: I-25 still closed between Casper and Cheyenne

Update: On Thursday afternoon WDOT said I-25 would reopen around 4 p.m. and WY 220 at 4:30 p.m. Interstate 25 was still closed as of 1:20 p.m. Thursday, March 14... Read more »

03/14/19 1:26 PM

Bond remains for suspect accused of pointing gun at juvenile

An 18-year-old man who is accused of pointing a gun at a juvenile, and striking her with both the gun and an open hand, failed to have his bond reduced... Read more »

03/14/19 12:57 PM

WHP releases info on deadly vehicle-on-pedestrian fatality

The Wyoming Highway Patrol has released information regarding a vehicle-on-pedestrian fatality that occurred on Interstate 80, earlier this week. According to WHP officials, on March 12, 2019, near milepost 133... Read more »

03/14/19 12:57 PM

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