Outdoors

PHOTOS: Comet expected to be visible around sunset through mid-August in 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. The comet is expected to become... Read more »

07/13/20 5:35 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

Wheatland Reservoir #3 under investigation for possible harmful algae blooms

UPDATE: The Wyoming DEQ say they plan to sample the possible blooms which were reported on July 8 at Wheatland Reservoir #3. CASPER, Wyo. — Harmful cyanobacterial blooms, also known... Read more »

07/13/20 11:56 AM

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

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

New Bureau of Land Management law enforcement leadership announced

Both Tokos and Richards will report directly to the Law Enforcement Director.

07/09/20 1:41 PM

Appeals court: Judge was right to revive grizzly protections

The ruling from a three-judge panel with the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals came after proposals to hunt grizzlies in Wyoming and Idaho were blocked in 2018 by U.S. District Judge Dana Christensen.

07/08/20 4:56 PM

Appeals court: Judge was right to revive grizzly protections

A U.S. appeals court said Wednesday that a federal judge was right to restore protections for about 700 grizzly bears in the Yellowstone region of the Rocky Mountains, after federal officials sought to turn over management of the animals to states that would have allowed them to be hunted.

07/08/20 12:56 PM

Casper receives $10K grant to fund North Platte River wetlands improvements

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Governor’s Big Game Coalition have approved a $10,000 grant to go toward “wetland construction and enhancement in the First Street reach” of Casper’s North Platte... Read more »

07/07/20 7:52 PM

VIDEO: Wyomingites asked to keep eye and ear out for invasive bullfrogs

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game & Fish Department said on July 1 that they are “asking the public to look and listen for bullfrogs while spending time outdoors this... Read more »

07/07/20 3:50 PM

Game and Fish Commission’s July 16-17 meeting in Rawlins available to public

CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission’s next meeting is July 16-17 in Rawlins. The public is invited to attend in person or via ZOOM video conferencing and will... Read more »

07/06/20 6:33 PM

New Parks rules would require FAA Certificate to operate drones in designated areas

CASPER, Wyo — Current draft revisions to the Natrona County Parks Rules and Regulations would require that those operating Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or “drones” in the county to obtain... Read more »

07/05/20 3:18 PM

US sets deadline for wolverines protection decision

July 2, 2020 BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — U.S. wildlife officials have agreed to decide by the end of August whether climate change and other threats are pushing the rare wolverine... Read more »

07/03/20 1:34 PM

Yellowstone approaches pre-COVID visitation numbers as June progresses

CASPER, Wyo. — Yellowstone National Park’s visitation numbers grew increasingly closer to pre-COVID visitation numbers as the month of June progressed. The park shared statistics three times throughout June 2020,... Read more »

07/01/20 11:37 AM

Six men plead guilty in Idaho poaching case involving killing of 16 elk, three deer

CASPER, Wyo. — The Idaho Department of Fish and Game said on Monday, June 29 that six men have plead guilty and have been sentenced for crimes related to the... Read more »

06/30/20 1:19 PM

72 year old woman gored after approaching bison for photos in Yellowstone

CASPER, Wyo. — A 72 year old California woman was gored after approaching a bison to take photos, according to a Yellowstone National Park release. “The incident occurred on the... Read more »

06/29/20 5:35 PM

USFWS biologist suffers ‘serious bite wounds’ in Montana grizzly attack

CASPER, Wyo. — Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks said on Friday, June 26 that a biologist with the United State Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) biologist was attacked by a... Read more »

06/29/20 12:37 PM

People urged ‘extreme caution’ due to high water levels near Pinedale

CASPER, Wyo. — The Sublette County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) said on Monday, June 29 that citizens should use “extreme caution” around Pine Creek drainages near Pinedale due to high water... Read more »

06/29/20 11:56 AM

Wyoming Game and Fish survey tiger trout up to 18.2 inches in Cow Lake

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department said on Friday, June 26 that 2020 fish surveys revealed that tiger trout numbers are strong in Cow Lake in the... Read more »

06/29/20 10:45 AM

Today in Wy history: (1937) Climbers make first technical Devil’s Tower ascent

CASPER, Wyo — On Monday, June 28, 1937, Fritz Weissner, Lawrence Coveney and William P. House became the first climbers to make a technical ascent of Devil’s Tower. Previous summits... Read more »

06/28/20 3:18 PM

Fire bans on Game and Fish lands in Platte and Goshen Counties

CASPER, Wyo —The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is instituting fire bans in Platte and Goshen Counties. Goshen County Beginning Monday, June 29 a partial fire ban will be in... Read more »

06/26/20 5:21 PM

Goldfish, walleye illegally introduced in Cheyenne lake, but bass numbers strong

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department said on Thursday, June 25 that recent sampling of Lake Absarraca revealed “both good and bad news.” Game and Fish says... Read more »

06/26/20 12:29 PM

VIDEO: Wyoming Game and Fish capture vocalization of rare western toad

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department said on Friday, June 26 that 2019 and 2020 surveys of the rare western toad in the upper Sweetwater River drainage... Read more »

06/26/20 11:17 AM

Herbicide likely behind brown trout deaths in Wyoming’s Spring Creek

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department said on Thursday, June 25 that herbicide is likely the cause of fish deaths discovered in Laramie’s Spring Creek in late... Read more »

06/25/20 1:57 PM

Platte County sees Game and Fish partial fire ban

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is implementing a partial fire ban on Game and Fish Commission-owned and managed lands within Platte County. The fire ban is in effect immediately.... Read more »

06/23/20 11:38 AM

Guernsey Reservoir water levels to see rapid changes during annual silt run

CASPER, Wyo. — The Bureau of Reclamation’s Wyoming Area Office said on Tuesday, June 23 that they are preparing for an annual silt run at Guernsey Reservoir. Boaters, recreationists and... Read more »

06/23/20 10:14 AM

Game and Fish looks to approve Chronic Wasting Disease draft plan in July

CASPER, Wyo — The Wyoming Game and Fish (WGFD) Commission said today it will be asked to approve Wyoming’s Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Management Plan at their upcoming July meeting... Read more »

06/22/20 2:21 PM

Deadline approaching to submit photos for Wyoming Wildlife calendar issue

CASPER, Wyo — June 30 is last day to submit outstanding shots of wildlife for the Wyoming Wildlife Calendar Photo Contest. Winning images will be featured in the 2021 calendar, released... Read more »

06/22/20 1:48 PM

Today in Wyo history (1880): “Rocky Mountain” Harry Yount becomes first park ranger at Yellowstone

CASPER, Wyo — On June 21, 1880, “Rocky Mountain” Harry Yount was hired by the US Department of the Interior to be Yellowstone National Park’s (YNP) first gamekeeper. His work... Read more »

06/21/20 2:06 PM

Short summer courses from UW in law, ethics, tech writing, and Wyoming’s future

CASPER, Wyo — The University of Wyoming’s short summer courses are underway. Most are just $50 and are non-credit. They are designed to facilitate learning and enrichment for Wyoming citizens.... Read more »

06/19/20 6:23 PM

Grand Teton National Park creates $796 million in local economic benefits

Officials with Grand Teton National Park have released numbers indicating nearly $800 million worth of benefits to local economies. According to a statement from GTNP, a recent National Park Service... Read more »

06/19/20 3:16 PM

Boaters in Wyoming encouraged to register watercraft in time for Fourth of July holiday

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is reminding people hoping to take their boats out on the water for the up-coming Fourth of July holiday weekend to... Read more »

06/19/20 1:14 PM

Yellowstone sees 52,320 visitors from June 11-16, down 25% from 2019

CASPER, Wyo. — Yellowstone National Park shared data on Wedensday, June 17 regarding the number of vehicles and visitors to the park. The visitation statistics are for the period between... Read more »

06/17/20 6:21 PM

165 Yellowstone employees test negative for COVID-19, contractor tests positive

CASPER, Wyo. — In a third round of COVID-19 testing, 165 Yellowstone National Park employees tested negative for the virus, according to a Wednesday, June 17 release from the park.... Read more »

06/17/20 6:12 PM

Yellowstone says tourism generated $642 million for nearby economies in 2019

CASPER, Wyo. — Yellowstone National Park said in a Wednesday, June 17 that tourism in 2019 generated a cumulative economic benefit of $642 million for local economies near the park.... Read more »

06/17/20 9:42 AM

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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

UW research probes rural, urban attitudes toward environmental protection

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

Wheatland Reservoir #3 under investigation for possible harmful algae blooms

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

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

New Bureau of Land Management law enforcement leadership announced

Appeals court: Judge was right to revive grizzly protections

Appeals court: Judge was right to revive grizzly protections

Casper receives $10K grant to fund North Platte River wetlands improvements

VIDEO: Wyomingites asked to keep eye and ear out for invasive bullfrogs

Game and Fish Commission’s July 16-17 meeting in Rawlins available to public

New Parks rules would require FAA Certificate to operate drones in designated areas

US sets deadline for wolverines protection decision

Yellowstone approaches pre-COVID visitation numbers as June progresses

Six men plead guilty in Idaho poaching case involving killing of 16 elk, three deer

72 year old woman gored after approaching bison for photos in Yellowstone

USFWS biologist suffers ‘serious bite wounds’ in Montana grizzly attack

People urged ‘extreme caution’ due to high water levels near Pinedale

Wyoming Game and Fish survey tiger trout up to 18.2 inches in Cow Lake

Today in Wy history: (1937) Climbers make first technical Devil’s Tower ascent

Fire bans on Game and Fish lands in Platte and Goshen Counties

Goldfish, walleye illegally introduced in Cheyenne lake, but bass numbers strong

VIDEO: Wyoming Game and Fish capture vocalization of rare western toad

Herbicide likely behind brown trout deaths in Wyoming’s Spring Creek

Platte County sees Game and Fish partial fire ban

Guernsey Reservoir water levels to see rapid changes during annual silt run

Game and Fish looks to approve Chronic Wasting Disease draft plan in July

Deadline approaching to submit photos for Wyoming Wildlife calendar issue

Today in Wyo history (1880): “Rocky Mountain” Harry Yount becomes first park ranger at Yellowstone

Short summer courses from UW in law, ethics, tech writing, and Wyoming’s future

Grand Teton National Park creates $796 million in local economic benefits

Boaters in Wyoming encouraged to register watercraft in time for Fourth of July holiday

Yellowstone sees 52,320 visitors from June 11-16, down 25% from 2019

165 Yellowstone employees test negative for COVID-19, contractor tests positive

Yellowstone says tourism generated $642 million for nearby economies in 2019

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

Wyoming

AP

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

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