CASPER, Wyo. Wyoming is known for a lot of things. It’s known for its vast mountains, its deep valleys, its beautiful scenery. Wyoming is known for its energy and its wind and its wide open spaces. But more than anything, Wyoming is known for its people and their innate desire to lend a helping […]
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Bar Nunn residents say ‘no’ again to Radiant Industries’ nuclear plans
BAR NUNN, Wyo. A contentious town hall meeting in Bar Nunn on Monday night quickly revealed that residents continue to largely oppose a California-based energy company’s plan to build a manufacturing site for portable nuclear microreactors in Natrona County. Despite updates from Radiant Industries on their project and federal support for nuclear power, locals […]
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Wyoming woman charged with shooting her son in the neck
CASPER, Wyo. A Wyoming woman is in custody and has been formally charged after a shooting occurred during the evening of Saturday, June 21. That’s according to a release from the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office, which states that the shooting occurred in the Northpark neighborhood, north of Rock Springs. “At around 1 p.m. this […]
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New economic study suggests that Medicaid cuts could cost Wyoming jobs, income, economic growth
CASPER, Wyo. A new, nonpartisan economic study reports that recent federal Medicaid costs could cost Wyoming close to 192 jobs per year. It could also, over the next five years, reduce household income by more than $70 million and lessen the state’s economy by $130 million. That’s according to an economic analysis that was […]
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‘I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire’ showing this weekend at Casper Theater Company
CASPER, Wyo. “Its 2004, and 14-year-old Shelby Hinkley has kidnapped Tobey Maguire, at the height of his career, to force him into marrying her.” And so begins the description of “I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire,” a stage show that opened in New York City on July 8, 2023. Now, “I’m Gonna Marry You […]
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Casper businessman says he’s ‘pausing’ offer to buy TikTok
CASPER, Wyo. Casper businessman Reid Rasner, who bid $47.45 billion to acquire TikTok, announced Thursday that his deal is off unless he can secure the social media platform’s proprietary algorithm, which he claims China is refusing to sell, calling its actions a “shell game” and “deception.” “No TikTok Algorithim, No Deal” reads the headline […]
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Women Veterans invited to connection event in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recently invited all women veterans to a connection event being held in Casper. That’s according to a release from the VA, which states that the event is called “Promoting Our Women Warriors,” or POWW, and is a free, full-day opportunity for women to connect with each […]
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Yellowstone National Park June recreation visits up 1% from last year
YELLOWSTONE, Wyo. Recreation visits to Yellowstone National Park are up 1% from last year. That’s according to a release from Yellowstone, which states that the park hosted 928,250 recreation visits in June 2025, up 1% from last June, which saw 914,612 visits. The release notes that this June’s visitation is down 1% from June […]
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Salmonella report linked to eggs distributed in Wyoming
CASPER, Wyo. A salmonella infection linked to egg consumption has been detected in Wyoming. That’s according to a release from the FDA, which states that it as well as the CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners is currently investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella enteritidis infections linked to […]
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Casper sees record-breaking 100-degree high on Wednesday
CASPER, Wyo. If you’re wondering if today was a little hotter than usual, wonder no more: Wednesday was officially the hottest day on record in a number of years. That’s according to a social media post from the National Weather Service in Riverton, which reported that Casper saw a high of 100 degrees on […]
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One person rescued from house fire in Natrona County caused by smoking
CASPER, Wyo. A Natrona County resident was rescued from a house fire on Wednesday. That’s according to a social media release from the Natrona County Fire District, which stated that on the Wednesday morning at approximately 12:12 a.m., the NCFD received a call for a reported structure fire on Appian Way, or northern Cole […]
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Public invited to swearing-in ceremony for new Casper police chief
CASPER, Wyo. The community is invited to the official swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Casper chief of police, Shane Chaney. That’s according to a release from the CPD, which states that the ceremony will take place on Friday, July 25 at 4 p.m. at the Wheeler Concert Hall on the Casper College campus. […]
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Civilian dashcam footage leads to burglary, drug arrests
LARAMIE, Wyo. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, as the saying goes. Crimes, on the other hand, oftentimes are in the eye of whomever has a dashcam. At least, that’s the situation in Albany County, as dashcam footage directly led to the arrest of two auto burglars. That’s according to a release […]
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After nine years, K-9 Archer retires from Mills Police Department
CASPER, Wyo. Somebody has been a very good boy. That’s according to the Mills Police Department which, in a social media post, wrote that K-9 Archer is retiring from the force after nine years of service. “After 9 incredible years of dedicated service, K9 Archer has officially retired from the Mills Police Department,” the […]
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Gov. Gordon comments on passage of ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Act
CASPER, Wyo. On Thursday, Congress officially passed the reconciliation bill known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” Following the act’s passage, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon issued a statement in support of the act, though he did have a few reservations for what could potentially transpire because of it. The governor’s full statement is […]
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Casper Area Transit announces Parade Day service modifications
CASPER, Wyo. The City of Casper has announced that the Casper Area Transit’s regular operations, the door-to-door service ASSIST and the fixed-route service LINK, will be temporarily impacted on Parade Day, occurring Tuesday, July 8. That’s according to a release from the City of Casper, which states that access to the Beech Street Transfer […]
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Aerial mosquito control targets West Nile in Natrona County
CASPER, Wyo. The Natrona County Weed and Pest mosquito program is conducting an aerial application this week to control Culex tarsalis mosquitoes near the airport in Natrona County, as well as in Vista West and north of Evansville. That’s according to a release from Weed and Pest, which stated that Culex tarsalis mosquitos have […]
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Ford Wyoming Center releases statement on this year’s Fourth of July Fireworks Festival
CASPER, Wyo. After various news stories about this year’s Fourth of July Fireworks Festival going “back to the basics” and the subsequent response from possible attendees, the Ford Wyoming Center has released a statement explaining why it is going for a simpler route this year. There are a number of factors that went into […]
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Wyoming man pronounced dead at the scene after Laramie County shooting
CHEYENNE, Wyo. The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office has announced that a Wyoming man has been shot and killed in Laramie County. That’s according to a social media post from the LCSO on Tuesday, which stated that deputies were investigating a shooting on the 1200 block of County Road 157. According to the post, the […]
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After backlash, Ford Wyoming Center will have on-site restrooms for Fourth of July fireworks
CASPER, Wyo. Earlier this week, the Ford Wyoming Center announced that its annual Fireworks Festival would go back to the basics this year, foregoing vendors, food trucks, on-site restrooms and more. The reason for this, according to the Ford Wyoming Center’s marketing director, was due to staffing costs. The Ford Wyoming Center still plans […]
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Registration now open for 2025 First Responder Mental Health Conference
CASPER, Wyo. The Casper Police Department has announced the 2025 Built for Battle Conference, happening Aug. 57 at the Downtown Best Western in Casper. This conference is open to all Wyoming first responders, as well as their spouses, including those in fire services, emergency dispatch, EMS, law enforcement and medical professions. According to a […]
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Wyoming man sentenced to 75105 years in prison for sexual abuse of three minors
CHEYENNE, Wyo. A Wyoming man has been sentenced following his conviction for the sexual abuse of three minors. That’s according to a social media post from the Cheyenne Police Department, which states that the case was investigated by the CPD’s Detective Bureau and adjudicated in Laramie County District Court. “Laramie County District Judge Catherine […]
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CPD releases Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo Parade route, safety tips
CASPER, Wyo. The Casper Police Department has released the official route map for the 2025 Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo Parade, happening on Tuesday, July 8 at 10 a.m. in downtown Casper. That’s according to a release from the CPD, which states that the map outlines the full route, including staging areas, start and […]