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Governor declares emergency as Goshen irrigation tunnel collapses

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has signed an order declaring an emergency following a “catastrophic irrigation tunnel collapse in Goshen County.” The declaration will mobilize resources to assist... Read more »

07/22/19 5:27 PM

Pokémon Go strengthening local community one trainer at a time

Despite the warm late-afternoon sun, family and friends gathered in Downtown Casper for July’s Pokémon Go Community Day on Sunday afternoon. In May, one member of the local Pokémon Go... Read more »

07/22/19 1:09 PM

Sand volleyball court open at Washington Park

CASPER, Wyo. — Casperites can now get their toes in the sand and play volleyball together at Washington Park. Renovations of the sand volleyball court there are complete, according to... Read more »

07/22/19 12:39 PM

$1.25 million to build underpasses; aims to reduce wildlife collisions

CASPER, Wyo. — In order to help reduce vehicle collisions with mule deer along Highway 189 north of LaBarge, the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission approved $1.25 million to construct... Read more »

07/22/19 12:16 PM

With tuition hikes, UW to provide new financial aid

CASPER, Wyo. — Students will pay higher tuition fees at the University of Wyoming for the 2020-2021 academic year. In-state tuition will jump from $139 to $145 per credit hour,... Read more »

07/22/19 11:39 AM

Mills police investigate adult accused of assaulting juvenile teenager

UPDATE (2:25 pm 7/22/19): The suspect in this case, identified as 18-year-old Nick Fenton, made his initial appearance in Natrona County Circuit Court to hear the charges against him, and... Read more »

07/22/19 11:39 AM

Recent Arrests (7/19/19 -7/21/19)

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 »

07/22/19 11:20 AM

WHP: ‘Driver impairment’ possible cause of Saturday’s Casper crash

The Wyoming Highway Patrol has released additional information on a fatal head-on crash on Wyoming Blvd. The crash, which happened around 10 p.m. on Saturday, occurred when a 1992 Buick... Read more »

07/22/19 11:19 AM

Wyoming justices uphold kidnapping, molestation conviction

CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — The Wyoming Supreme Court has upheld a former carnival worker’s conviction for sexually assaulting a child. The justices say in an opinion released Monday that Joshua... Read more »

07/22/19 11:05 AM

$1.17 million grant will support UW mountain bee research

CASPER, Wyo. — The National Science Foundation will be providing a $1.17 million grant to a University of Wyoming research project aiming to understand how bumblebees tolerate the cold at... Read more »

07/22/19 11:01 AM

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Free Film Friday returns with “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” July 26

Free Film Friday is back and better than ever with yet another sizzling edition July 26 at Studio City East Movie Theaters, which will open with an interactive, engaging networking... Read more »

07/22/19 10:43 AM

Will it be you in the kitchen with a lead pipe?

CASPER, Wyo. — When it comes to “Clue,” do you want it to be you in the kitchen with a lead pipe? Stage III Community Theatre is hosting auditions tonight,... Read more »

07/22/19 10:33 AM

‘Mannheim Steamroller Christmas’ returns to Casper

The popular musical group Mannheim Steamroller is coming back to Casper later this year. According to a release from the Casper Events Center, tickets for the act, which is celebrating... Read more »

07/22/19 9:42 AM

Auditions for ‘The Wiz’ at Casper College

CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper College Department of Theatre and Dance will be adapting the 1978 film “The Wiz” for the stage. The department is seeking out singers, dancers and... Read more »

07/22/19 9:38 AM

EPA: Oilfield pollution may significantly degrade Wind River

July 18, 2019 by Angus M. Thuermer Jr., WyoFile The federal Environmental Protection Agency has told Wyoming regulators that a draft permit to allow Aethon Energy to discharge polluted water into creeks... Read more »

07/22/19 8:36 AM

1 dead, 1 injured on weekend Wyoming Blvd head-on crash

One person is dead and one is injured after a head-on collision on Saturday evening in Casper. According to an early report from the Wyoming Highway Patrol, a Buick traveling... Read more »

07/22/19 5:07 AM

Weekly Arrests (7/12/19 – 7/18/19)

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 »

07/21/19 11:55 AM

Check Out OC’s Top Five Events – Sunday, July 21

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 »

07/21/19 5:00 AM

Casper Fire-EMS releases info on Saturday river rescue

CASPER, Wyo. — Officials with Casper-Fire EMS say that a man in distress was rescued from an island in the North Platte River in Casper, July 20th. Officials say that... Read more »

07/20/19 9:30 PM

Check Out OC’s Top Five Events – Saturday, July 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 »

07/20/19 1:45 AM

Obituaries: Trujillo

Pamela Marie Trujillo “You are so beautiful to me.” -Joe Cocker Pamela Marie Trujillo (née Jones), a longtime Casper-based resident and business owner, passed away July 6, 2019. Pam was... Read more »

07/19/19 8:17 PM

Crews respond to Friday evening fire call (PHOTOS)

CASPER, Wyo. — Fire crews responded to a fire call Friday evening, on a cul-de-sac off Kingsbury Drive, in Casper. Fire officials on scene said that the call came in... Read more »

07/19/19 5:46 PM

Goodenough wants transparency, smart financial decisions for Casper

CASPER, Wyo. — Former member of the Wyoming Legislature and former City Councilman Keith Goodenough wants to fill the Ward III vacancy left by Chris Walsh’s resignation. He’s not the... Read more »

07/19/19 4:38 PM

Siblings unite after nearly 30 years of searching

CASPER, Wyo. — Natrona County Undersheriff Mark Sellers was born in Denver in 1967. His biological mother put him up for adoption and a family in Colorado Springs brought Sellers... Read more »

07/19/19 2:29 PM

Man faces felony drug charge in DCI case

CASPER, Wyo. — Court documents have given details surrounding the arrest of a man on July 16, 2009 in Natrona County. According to the papers filed in Natrona County Circuit Court,... Read more »

07/19/19 1:25 PM

Taiwanese president to dine in Denver during US visit

DENVER (AP) — Taiwan’s president will dine in Denver Friday during a visit to the U.S. President Tsai Ing-wen plans to stop in Colorado for two days on her way... Read more »

07/19/19 1:02 PM

Recent Births (7/7/19-7/12/19)

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 »

07/19/19 12:35 PM

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Governor declares emergency as Goshen irrigation tunnel collapses

Former NC swim coach thinks Council could use a fresh perspective

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Circumcision protesters gather in Casper

Man accused of assaulting juvenile appears in court

City releases names of potential Walsh replacements

Pokémon Go strengthening local community one trainer at a time

Sand volleyball court open at Washington Park

$1.25 million to build underpasses; aims to reduce wildlife collisions

With tuition hikes, UW to provide new financial aid