Wyoming

Victims’ relatives most vocal opponents of man’s execution

July 13, 2020 By ANDREW DeMILLO Associated Press LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Family members of three people slain in Arkansas more than 20 years ago have been among the... Read more »

07/13/20 9:16 PM

PHOTOS: Comet expected to be visible around sunset through mid-August in Wyoming

07/13/20 5:35 PM

F.E. Warren releases new details on upcoming Cheyenne airshow

CHEYENNE, Wyo – F.E. Warren Air Force Base has released new details on the Wings Over Warren Airshow they are set to host on July 22, 2020. According to airbase... Read more »

07/13/20 2:20 PM

UW Construction Program moves closer to national accredidation

CASPER, Wyo — After a favorable recommendation, the University of Wyoming (UW) Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering’s Construction Management Program has received “candidate status” from the American Council of... Read more »

07/13/20 1:49 PM

UW research probes rural, urban attitudes toward environmental protection

CASPER, Wyo — Rural voters in the American West have a strong commitment to environmental protections and conservation, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of... Read more »

07/13/20 1:46 PM

Conservative group supports Gordon’s possible moratorium on death penalty in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Conservatives Concerned About the Deatlh Penalty said on Monday, July 13 that they support Governor Mark Gordon’s consideration of implementing a moratorium on the death... Read more »

07/13/20 1:00 PM

PHOTOS: Volunteers help remove graffiti from Bridger-Teton boulders in Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — The United States Forest Service said on Sunday, July 12 that they received help from volunteers to remove graffiti from some boulders in the Bridger-Teton National Forest.... Read more »

07/13/20 12:32 PM

PHOTOS: ‘Cabin’ wildfire 40% contained in the Laramie Range, thunderstorms possible Monday

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming State Forestry Division said at about 11 am Monday, July 13 that the “Cabin” wildfire west of Wheatland is about 40% contained and has burned... Read more »

07/13/20 12:14 PM

Gordon: State to cut budget by more than $250 million

With the economic impacts of declining energy markets and the COVID-19 pandemic taking their toll on the state's revenue, governor Mark Gordon has announced more specific plans to cut into the projected budget.

07/13/20 12:14 PM

NCSO seeks information on damage to Game and Fish vehicles, boat at Alcova Marina

On July 5, WYG&F reported attempting to launch their boat from the Alcova Marina, but found that the drain plug from the bottom of the boat had been removed.

07/13/20 10:40 AM

Alcova shooting: shooter known to NCSO, is cooperating

At a briefing Monday morning, Natrona County Sheriff's Officials say that calls for assistance Friday night were received by dispatch at approximately 11:12 pm, the call originally came in as a reported fight

07/13/20 10:17 AM

Weekend fatal crash near Pathfinder reservoir being investigated

Sheriff's officials say that the crash was called in approximately 7:00 pm, July 11, 2020.

07/13/20 9:55 AM

Trump, Biden try to outdo each other on tough talk on China

July 12, 2020 By DEB RIECHMANN and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — China has fast become a top election issue as President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden... Read more »

07/12/20 9:55 PM

Cabin Fire now at 248 acres and growing; Natrona County Fire District sending personnel

CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD) said at 1:00 pm Sunday, July 12 that the Cabin Fire in the rugged foothills at the southern end of the... Read more »

07/12/20 2:41 PM

New wildfires in Johnson and Albany Counties this weekend

CASPER, Wyo– At least 2 new wildfires started Saturday in Wyoming, according to reporting agencies Rocky Mountain Area Coordination Center (RMACC) and the Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD). Eckland Fire-... Read more »

07/12/20 11:23 AM

NCSO investigating fatal shooting incident at Alcova

"At approximately 11:00 pm, our deputies responded to a fight at a trailer house," Sheriff's Sergeant Taylor Courtney said Sunday morning. "When they arrived they found an adult male who was unconscious and not breathing."

07/12/20 9:22 AM

Junior Livestock Show showcases top-quality work ethic and market meat

CASPER, Wyo — “There’s a lot of quality this year,” said Kera Bullard of the 335 swine, beef, poultry, and dairy animals on display this week at the Natrona County... Read more »

07/11/20 7:57 PM

Child Endangerment charge filed after suspected drugs found in Cheyenne home

Persons found guilty of felony Child Endangerment with Drugs can face potential incarceration of up to five years, potential fines of $5,000 or both.

07/10/20 3:33 PM

Suspect who allegedly escaped during 2019 Cheyenne chase is located, arrested

A suspect who allegedly escaped capture during a Cheyenne chase in November of 2019 is now in law enforcement custody.

07/10/20 3:30 PM

Kanye West registers to vote in Wyoming, posts video

Hiphop superstar, businessman and potential presidential candidate has registered to vote in Wyoming, and he posted a video to prove it.

07/10/20 2:46 PM

Pepsi of Casper and FSA/US Foods to provide drink options to students in NCSD

CASPER, Wyo. — Pepsi of Casper and Food Services of America/US Foods will be providing drink options to students in Natrona County this year. The Natrona County School District Board... Read more »

07/10/20 2:45 PM

Three companies selected to provide hoagies, buns and bread to NCSD students

CASPER, Wyo. — Students in the Natrona County School District will be getting bread products from the meals from three different companies this year. The NCSD Board of Trustees approved... Read more »

07/10/20 2:26 PM

Meadow Gold and FSA/US Foods to provide milk, cheese and yogurt to NCSD schools

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District have awarded bids to Meadow Gold and FSA/US Foods to provide milk, cheese and yogurt products to schools this year. The NCSD... Read more »

07/10/20 2:16 PM

Poached mule deer found dumped and headless near Worland; public asked to help

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game & Fish Department are seeking the public’s assistance providing any information they may have about a buck mule deer that was “illegally shot and... Read more »

07/10/20 1:55 PM

Governor celebrating 130th birthday of the Cowboy State

CASPER, Wyo. — Governor Mark Gordon took note of the significance of July 10 for Wyoming on Friday. On July 10, 1890 President Benjamin Harrison “signed the Statehood Bill to... Read more »

07/10/20 1:36 PM

Natrona County sees 12 DWUI arrests over July 4th weekend

WYDOT released numbers on Friday showing that Natrona County law enforcement stopped 271 vehicles, issued 14 citations for seat belt violations

07/10/20 12:27 PM

PHOTOS: Wildfire west of Wheatland 40% contained, highway open

CASPER, Wyo. — A wildfire burning in Sybille Canyon west of Wheatland is 40% contained as of 10:47 am Friday, June 10, according to updates on InciWeb. The “Clemons” wildfire... Read more »

07/10/20 11:53 AM

UW reports first COVID case on campus

The University of Wyoming is reporting its first case of COVID-19 within the university's campus.

07/10/20 10:25 AM

Governor allocates $210 million of $1.25 billion in CARES Act funding in Wyoming so far

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon’s Office said on Thursday, July 9 that Gordon has so far allocated $210 million of $1.25 billion in federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and... Read more »

07/09/20 6:17 PM

WBI contracted for $440,000 to provide counseling services to NCSD students

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming Behavioral Institute has been contracted to provide counseling services to Natrona County School District students who require services which the district does not itself provide. The... Read more »

07/09/20 5:51 PM

Dean Morgan awarded $40,000 grant to support career and technical education

CASPER, Wyo. — Dean Morgan Middle School in Casper has been awarded a $40,000 grant from the Wyoming Department of Education, according to the Natrona County School District. The ”... Read more »

07/09/20 5:40 PM

NCSD projecting increased enrollment of 13,343 students this school year

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District projects that they will have about 40 more students overall enroll for the 2020-2021 school year compared with 2019-2020. In the previous... Read more »

07/09/20 5:34 PM

NCSD adopt new $317.67 million budget for fiscal year 2020-2021

CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District Board of Trustees voted the adopt a new fiscal year 2020-2021 budget during their Wednesday, July 8 meeting. Appropriations authorized under NCSD’s... Read more »

07/09/20 5:16 PM

PHOTOS: Comet NEOWISE ‘once-in-our-lifetime’ flight visible over Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — The “NEOWISE” comet is so-named because it was discovered by NASA’s Near-Earth Object Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer on March 27, 2020. Its full name is C/2020 F3... Read more »

07/09/20 3:02 PM

Wyo. G&F: Mountain lion spotted near Elkhorn Creek in Natrona County

The Elkhorn Creek drainage is a natural corridor for wildlife.

07/09/20 2:38 PM

US economy may be stalling out as viral outbreak worsens

In six states representing one-third of the economy — Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Michigan, and Texas — governors are reversing their reopening plans. Reopening efforts are on pause in 15 other states.

07/09/20 2:09 PM

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Wyoming

Victims’ relatives most vocal opponents of man’s execution

PHOTOS: Comet expected to be visible around sunset through mid-August in Wyoming

Yellowstone biologist to discuss bison safety in online broadcast Tuesday

Yellowstone visitations down 49% so far in 2020, but trending up

Public asked to report dead sage grouse during West Nile virus season

Donations to state agencies will help Wyoming wildlife avoid traffic collisions

F.E. Warren releases new details on upcoming Cheyenne airshow

UW Construction Program moves closer to national accredidation

UW research probes rural, urban attitudes toward environmental protection

Conservative group supports Gordon’s possible moratorium on death penalty in Wyoming

PHOTOS: Volunteers help remove graffiti from Bridger-Teton boulders in Wyoming

PHOTOS: ‘Cabin’ wildfire 40% contained in the Laramie Range, thunderstorms possible Monday

Gordon: State to cut budget by more than $250 million

NCSO seeks information on damage to Game and Fish vehicles, boat at Alcova Marina

Alcova shooting: shooter known to NCSO, is cooperating

Weekend fatal crash near Pathfinder reservoir being investigated

Trump, Biden try to outdo each other on tough talk on China

Cabin Fire now at 248 acres and growing; Natrona County Fire District sending personnel

New wildfires in Johnson and Albany Counties this weekend

NCSO investigating fatal shooting incident at Alcova

Junior Livestock Show showcases top-quality work ethic and market meat

Child Endangerment charge filed after suspected drugs found in Cheyenne home

Suspect who allegedly escaped during 2019 Cheyenne chase is located, arrested

Kanye West registers to vote in Wyoming, posts video

Pepsi of Casper and FSA/US Foods to provide drink options to students in NCSD

Three companies selected to provide hoagies, buns and bread to NCSD students

Meadow Gold and FSA/US Foods to provide milk, cheese and yogurt to NCSD schools

Poached mule deer found dumped and headless near Worland; public asked to help

Governor celebrating 130th birthday of the Cowboy State

Natrona County sees 12 DWUI arrests over July 4th weekend

PHOTOS: Wildfire west of Wheatland 40% contained, highway open

UW reports first COVID case on campus

Governor allocates $210 million of $1.25 billion in CARES Act funding in Wyoming so far

WBI contracted for $440,000 to provide counseling services to NCSD students

Dean Morgan awarded $40,000 grant to support career and technical education

NCSD projecting increased enrollment of 13,343 students this school year

NCSD adopt new $317.67 million budget for fiscal year 2020-2021

PHOTOS: Comet NEOWISE ‘once-in-our-lifetime’ flight visible over Wyoming

Wyo. G&F: Mountain lion spotted near Elkhorn Creek in Natrona County

US economy may be stalling out as viral outbreak worsens

Crime

City

Oil City Police Calls (7/10/20 – 7/13/20)

NCSO seeks information on damage to Game and Fish vehicles, boat at Alcova Marina

Recent Arrests (7/10/20 – 7/13/20)

NCSO investigating fatal shooting incident at Alcova

Weekly arrest report: (7/7/20-7/10/20)

Obituaries

AP

‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera found dead at California lake

Kelly Preston, actor and wife of John Travolta, dies at 57

Obituaries: Larson, Reddy, Bicek, McIntosh, Darling, Hardee

Obituaries: Broadway, Carnahan, Langley, Williams, Yovannides, Wimer, Park

Spaghetti Western movie composer Ennio Morricone dead at 91

Community

Community

PHOTOS: Comet expected to be visible around sunset through mid-August in Wyoming

Yellowstone biologist to discuss bison safety in online broadcast Tuesday

Wyoming’s statewide COVID-19 public health orders extended through July 31

Wyoming finalizing rules for two COVID business relief programs totaling $225 million

Yellowstone visitations down 49% so far in 2020, but trending up

Promoted

Community

Seton House is Thriving and Growing

A Legacy Written in Stone

Traffic Safety Agency Describes The Dangers of Driving With Children Unbuckled

Former Coroner Connie Jacobson endorses James Whipps for NC Coroner

Casper Facility Welcomes New Radiation Oncologist

Galleries

Community

PHOTO GALLERY: Casper’s BMX scene pedals hard in COVID era

PHOTO GALLERY: Crews fight wildfire near Glenrock on Tuesday

Backstory: Parades of Casper’s Past (Photos)

Photo Gallery: NCHS drumline thrills assisted living residents

Photo Gallery: Casper ‘Drive-Up Pride’ parade celebrates Pride Month, social distancing style

National/World

AP

Victims’ relatives most vocal opponents of man’s execution

‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera found dead at California lake