NEW YORK — Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, whose Caribbean-flavored song “Margaritaville” was turned into a billion-dollar empire of restaurants, resorts and more, has passed away. He was 76. “Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs,” a press release posted to Buffett’s official website and social media pages […]
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Iconic game show host Bob Barker dead at 99
Bob Barker, the host of television game shows like “Truth or Consequences” and “The Price Is Right,” has died at the age of 99, the Associated Press reports. “I am so proud of the trailblazing work Barker and I did together to expose the cruelty to animals in the entertainment industry and including working to […]
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Federal court says EPA needs to reconsider decision on Wyodak
The EPA must reconsider its disapproval of Wyoming’s plan regarding emissions from the Wyodak power plant, and this time it must give Wyoming’s plan the consideration it deserves under the law, the U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit ruled Aug. 15.
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Casper native Logan Wilson signs extension with Bengals
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper native and Cincinnati Bengal Logan Wilson turned heads with his dominant play in the 2022 season. Among the heads that were turned were those belonging to his coaches and front office executives, as the Bengals and Wilson recently reached an agreement on a contract extension. Per ESPN, Wilson signed a four-year, […]
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10 people injured in Denver shooting; 3 in critical condition
DENVER, Colo. — Ten people were wounded early Tuesday morning in a mass shooting in Denver, near an area where Denver Nuggets fans were celebrating the team’s Monday night NBA Finals victory. A suspect has been taken into custody, the Associated Press reports. The shooting occurred roughly 30 minutes past midnight, the Denver Police Department […]
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Former Wyoming Cowboy Josh Allen earns coveted ‘Madden’ cover spot
LARAMIE, Wyo. — Following a 2022–23 season in which he cemented himself as one of the best quarterbacks currently playing in the NFL, former University of Wyoming standout and current Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen has been named the next cover athlete for the upcoming installment of the “Madden” video game franchise, “Madden 24.” Allen […]
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Money in digital payment apps such as Venmo, PayPal, may not be insured, watchdog warns
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau warned that money stored in such apps is often not covered by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
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Casper author’s work selected for National Book Festival
“In a Land of Awe” by Chad Hanson, a faculty member in sociology and religion at Casper College, is this year’s selection for adult readers.
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(PHOTOS) Casper-based Peak Rescue wins international competition
Casper’s own Peak Rescue took part in a prestigious international competition this past weekend, and finished first against a group of competitors from around the world.
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AAA: Natrona County sees 10-cent rise in gas prices
With Memorial Day, the unofficial start to summer, came a 2.7-cent rise in the national average gas price, GasBuddy reported today.
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DOE awards Wyoming $41M for carbon storage hub
In another show of support for cleaner energy projects, the federal agency tapped UW to help launch the public-private project in southwest Wyoming, building on groundwork laid by the state.
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Dr. McGinley calls off Mt. Everest summit bid due to weather, overcrowding
CASPER, Wyo. — Bad weather, injuries, overcrowding and other logistical problems have forced Casper-based sports medicine physician Dr. Joe McGinley to call off his Mount Everest summit bid this week. In a social media update Tuesday, McGinley said the team made the decision while at Camp 2 for multiple reasons. “Long lines, changing weather patterns, […]
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Study: Natural gas, oil produced $12B for Wyoming in 2021
The natural gas and oil industry supported more than 58,000 jobs and contributed nearly $11.9 billion toward Wyoming’s economy in 2021, according to an analysis that industry groups released today.
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Wyoming officials respond to new power plant rules from EPA
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today that it has proposed new carbon pollution standards for coal and natural gas-fired power plants.
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Flags to be flown at half-staff throughout Wyoming on Sunday to honor fallen firefighters
Flags will be flown at half-staff on Sunday, May 7, as the nation pays tribute to firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty.
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President Biden, Gov. Gordon order flags to half-staff through sunset Friday
The flags are to fly half-staff through sunset Friday, March 31.
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(PHOTOS) US Biathlon National Championships wrap up at Casper Mountain
Sunday marked the final day of the US Biathlon National Championships, which saw competition span three days on Casper Mountain.
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National Biathlon Championships continue Saturday in Casper
Competition continued Saturday on Casper Mountain with day two of the US Biathlon National Championships.
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Daylight Saving Time returns on Sunday
Daylight Saving Time returns on Sunday, meaning Wyomingites will soon need to move their clocks forward an hour as we “spring forward.”
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Richard Belzer, stand-up comedian and TV detective, dies at 78
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Richard Belzer, who for decades delighted people across the country as a stand-up comedian and a star in “Law & Order: SVU” and “Homicide: Life on the Street,” has died at the age of 78. According to a report from the Associated Press, Belzer died Sunday afternoon at his home in […]
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Border police dealing with new smuggling problem: eggs
Cameron Arcand | The Center Square contributor CASPER, Wyo. (The Center Square) — The United States Customs and Border Protection is asking Americans to stop trying to smuggle in raw eggs from Mexico. As avian flu is causing the price of eggs and poultry to rise, along with the current inflation rate, people are purchasing […]
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Music legend David Crosby, of The Byrds and CS&N, has died at age 81
Singer-songwriter David Crosby has died at age 81. His representative confirmed his death, according to Variety. BBC News stated that Crosby’s wife said he died surrounded by family after a long illness. “His legacy will continue to live on through his legendary music,” a release from the family said. Crosby was the founding member of […]
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Alec Baldwin to be charged with manslaughter in shooting
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Prosecutors announced that actor Alec Baldwin will be charged with involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer who was killed on a New Mexico movie set.
