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Casper Christmas Parade Winners Announced
The Casper Area Chamber of Commerce has just announced the winners of the Casper Christmas parade and the grand prize goes to the City of Mills. Kelly Walsh Marine Corps JROTC were awarded Best Walking Group. Best Decorated Float went to the National Historic Trails Center. Natrona County High School...
Don’t allow Casper, Albany County to hide police shooting settlements
When the government settles lawsuits over police shootings, shouldn’t the public know what’s in those agreements? Money, after all, is paid out on the public’s behalf, and yet elected officials have been keeping settlement agreements secret.
This is My Honest Review of Casper Petroleum Club
Imagine stepping into an Italian restaurant that feels like a hidden gem, tucked away in the heart of an oil company. That's exactly what you get with Casper Petroleum Club. The exclusivity of the place adds a certain charm, making every visit feel like a special occasion.
NCSD Conducting Test to Verify Notification Preferences on Wednesday
On Wednesday, November 29th, at approx. 4 PM NCSD is conducting a test of its Infinite Campus Notification System. This is only a test. The purpose of this test is to provide individuals with the opportunity to verify their notification preferences and contact information are updated and selected accordingly. Parents/Guardians/Staff...
Natrona County High School students shine at national FFA convention
CASPER, Wyo. — Natrona County High School students recently showcased their agricultural expertise at the National Future Farmers of America Convention. The Casper FFA chapter, under the guidance of Timi Reynolds and Burt Andreen, qualified for nationals with two teams. The Meats Evaluation team earned Gold Emblem recognition, placing fourth nationally.
Casper enjoys sunny days ahead with mild temps, says NWS
CASPER, Wyo. — A mild weather pattern graces Casper this week, with sunny skies and slightly warmer temperatures anticipated for most of Wyoming. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, the Equality State can expect another quiet and sunny day, with temperatures reaching the mid to upper 30s.
Natrona County health and food inspections (11/20/23–11/26/23)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries, and food vending operations. Every facility has an unannounced inspection at least twice a year. According to the department, “There are three types of violations: priority, priority foundation and core.”
Crimson Dawn Midsummer Festival: A Celebration of Magic and Community
Every summer solstice, the peak of Casper Mountain transforms into a realm of wonder during the Crimson Dawn Midsummer festival. This cherished event draws from the imaginative legacy of Neal Forsling, an artist who in 1929 crafted a world of magic to entertain her daughters. Her tales of witches, elves, and mystical beings have since become a cultural cornerstone, with the Crimson Dawn Park & Museum at the epicenter, inviting visitors to discover the lore within her original log cabin home.
Wyo Veterans Memorial Museum to host family ‘Holiday Fun’ event
CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum in Casper is hosting a holiday-themed Family Fun Day next month. According to a news release, the “Holiday Fun” activity day will be hosted by the museum on Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free event...
Tranquil weather pattern sets in Casper as November closes
CASPER, Wyo. — As November draws to a close, Casper residents can expect a period of quiet and chilly weather. The start of the work week will see temperatures dipping 5–10 degrees below the seasonal average, maintaining mostly clear skies, according to the National Weather Service in Riverton.
Hogadon Preps for Opening Day this Saturday
“Yes, I do have a retirement plan. I plan on skiing.” – Unknown. Hogadon Basin Ski Area is set to open for the 2023-2024 season this Saturday, Dec. 2. They wrote on their Facebook that they're going to do a second round of snowmaking. Early season conditions will...
Updated snowfall totals show 10 inches in Casper, 28 in Sinks Canyon
CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming’s Thanksgiving snowstorm has produced upwards of 2 feet of snow in some places. The latest snowfall totals, measured through 9 a.m. Friday, released by the National Weather Service in Riverton show the hardest hit part of Wyoming has been Sinks Canyon with between 24 and 28 inches of snow.
For Whom The Band Tolls: Natrona County Marching Band Enters Metallica Competition
CASPER — Just because they’re a marching band doesn’t mean the musicians that make up the Natrona County High School marching Mustangs can’t rock their butts off. You won’t hear the NCHS 100-member marching crew blasting out “Malagueña” or a hokey arrangement of Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face.” This year’s band has already covered The Beach Boys, Rage Against the Machine and 1970s disco legend ABBA.
(PHOTOS) Freezing and festive: Casper braves the cold for Christmas parade
CASPER, Wyo. — Hundreds of Casper’s hardiest revelers dug out their heaviest winter coats, gloves and scarves to participate in the annual Downtown Christmas Parade on Saturday night. Frigid temperatures and brisk breezes remained in Casper after a winter storm moved through the state over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Weekly Safety Report: Burglary, Homicide, and Gun Charge Hit Casper, Wyoming
This week in Casper, Wyoming, there were three incidents that occurred. The first incident involved a burglary and attack on a resident in a north Casper apartment. Two individuals broke into the apartment and one of them assaulted a man inside before fleeing. The second incident involved a Casper mother pleading guilty to criminally negligent homicide and child endangerment in the death of her 366-day old child. The third incident involved the ex-boyfriend of a missing Cody woman pleading not guilty to a federal gun charge. He was accused of being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Casper seeks officials for adult basketball, softball leagues
CASPER, Wyo. — The City of Casper adult basketball league, starting Nov. 27, faces a significant challenge due to a shortage of officials. Nick Whipps, the recreation manager, has highlighted the pressing need for more community members to step forward. Casper’s adult basketball league operates three nights a week,...
Mills City Council approves 18-lot industrial park plat
MILLS, Wyo. — A new industrial park is planned in Mills on land at the west end of Midway Road about a quarter-mile from the intersection of Midway Road and Salt Creek Highway. Tetral Corp. of Casper is proposing to subdivide 39.69 acres into an 18-lot industrial subdivision zoned...
Casper Tennis Complex gets $20K grant, eyes state championship
CASPER, Wyo. — The Natrona County School District Board of Trustees has embraced a significant opportunity to enhance local tennis facilities. On Nov. 27, they accepted a $20,000 grant from the United States Tennis Association, or USTA, for the Casper Tennis Complex. The USTA Facility Services Grant, directed by...
Meetings set for NCSD Dual Language Program
CASPER, Wyo. — NCSD kindergarten enrollment for the upcoming 2024–25 academic year begins during the school choice registration window. NCSD will release more details on the school choice registration process in the coming weeks. A highlight of this enrollment period is the Dual Language Immersion, or DLI, program....