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Clear weekend days may give way to rainy nights
CASPER, Wyo. — Casper area residents should be able to enjoy clear, sunny skies during the day this weekend, though the National Weather Service reports that each night could see some rainy conditions. Today, Natrona County is expected to see mostly sunny skies, with a high temperature near 93...
Casper outage leaves thousands without power
CASPER, Wyo. — A power outage in Casper has left more than 2,500 residents without power Friday morning. According to Rocky Mountain Power, 2,577 people were left without power following two outages in town. RMP reports that crews have been notified and are working to restore power at the...
City employees ready for move back to renovated City Hall
CASPER, Wyo. — A renovated Casper City Hall awaits its employees as they begin the move from the Casper Business Center back to their new old home. City Manager Carter Napier told the media Tuesday that the move should be complete by the end of September. Customer service will...
Wyoming Arts Council names Creative Aging Project grant winners
CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Arts Council recently announced the recipients of the 2024 Creative Aging Project Grant. The grants have been awarded to Wyoming-based teaching artists and nonprofit organizations in order to develop and implement multiple eight-week Creative Aging programs through June 2025. Programs are designed to provide arts education and social engagement opportunities for Wyoming’s older adults.
Annual ‘Roll and Read’ event to help families prepare for coming school year
CASPER, Wyo. — The start of the 2024-25 school year is fast approaching, and the annual Roll and Read back-to-school event will help ensure local families have everything they need to start the school year off right. The event, scheduled for Aug, 24 from 10 a.m. to noon, is...
Glenrock solar farm applies to start work
CASPER — An up-and-coming renewable energy venture on Tuesday filed an application for the construction of a large-scale solar generation and storage project that could add an additional 500 megawatts to the state’s energy portfolio. The Dutchman Renewable Power Project would see the construction of utility-scale photovoltaic solar panels, battery banks, a new substation and three miles of overhead transmission lines to bring its electric generation near Glenrock to the wider Wyoming grid. ...
Citing Technology Costs to Smaller CUs, Two Wyoming Credit Unions Seeking to Merge
CASPER, Wyo. —Two Wyoming credit unions are seeking to combine. The $29.4-million WyoCentral Federal Credit Union said it is seeking to merge with the $78.4-million, Laramie-based StagePoint FCU. WyoCentral CEO Annie Sorensen told Oil City News that the move comes as local credit unions face mounting market and economic...
Leadership skill sessions offered at Casper College
The Casper College Workforce Development department is offering a series of classes for those seeking leadership skills. The series, “Essential Leadership Skills for Today’s Professionals,” will run on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 17 through Oct. 15. According to Sarah Schneider, workforce training specialist, this leadership series will help students set themselves apart from their colleagues by becoming a vital part of their organization’s future.
Anti-meat billboard in Wyoming ruffling feathers
A billboard in Casper, Wyo., is ruffling feathers in the state’s agriculture industry, especially when it comes to spreading incorrect information. The billboard with an angry chicken grasping an AR-15-type rifle has sprung up in Casper that reads: “If bacon and burgers don’t get you, I may. Bird Flu Kills. Please, try vegan.” PETA is the group behind the message, and they have placed similar signs in other areas where avian influenza has been detected. Wyoming Stockgrower’s Association Executive Vice President Jim Magagna said the message is inaccurate and nearly laughable.
Urban Thistle Farm in Casper Hosting Community Work Days Aug. 16-17
After breaking ground in June 2024, the Urban Thistle Farm & Market is ready to start building the infrastructure of their vision. The former North Casper Elementary School site is a 4-acre property that has sat empty for nearly 10 years–"holding the promise of a bright future quietly in its emptiness" stated the owners, Casper Housing Authority (CHA), who purchased the property from the Natrona County School District.
Casper Rec Center gym closes Friday–Sunday
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Recreation Center’s gymnasium will be closed Friday through Sunday due to a private rental, according to a press release. The cardio room, strength training room and locker rooms will still be available. The Recreation Center is pleased to host the Nittany Lions Legends...
Rocky Mountain Power to meet with customers in Casper as it seeks $123.5M rate increase
CASPER, Wyo. — With a request into the Wyoming Public Service Commission to raise its rates by 14.7%, Rocky Mountain Power plans to meet with customers to talk face to face about why more money is needed. Earlier this month, Rocky Mountain Power submitted its request to raise $123.5...
Oil City’s Best: Readers’ Choice 2024 Winners to be announced at 5150′ Festival
It’s time once again for the now-annual 5150′ Festival, sponsored by Visit Casper and 5150′ Local. This FREE all-day festival is happening on Saturday, Aug. 17 at David Street Station from 2 to 10 p.m. and will feature live music, activities for kiddos and adults alike, local vendors, food trucks, brewskis and so much more.
Get Ready: Friends of the Natrona County Public Library Book Sale Set for September
It is time to mark those calendars as the fall 2024 "Friends of the Natrona County Public Library" book sale is just a little over a month away. The official Natrona County Library Facebook shared a post that read:. Are you guys ready for the next book sale? Check out...
Coloradans Can Check Out Live Horse Racing With Big Cash on the Line
Coloradans can get in the car and take a fun road trip to see (and bet on) professional horse racing. While the Kentucky Derby does get all the attention in the world of horse racing, Wyoming's races are something to see, as well. Your trip will take you through some of the prettiest parts of Wyoming to see some very majestic horses.
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