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Thursday law enforcement report: Five Children placed in Protective Custody on two calls; Arrests; Vehicle crashes; Dog bites and more:
All suspects are considered innocent unless convicted in a court of law. 7:07 a.m. 1500 block Gannett Dr. – A complaint about trash being thrown in a canal was phoned in. A foot patrol checked the canal, which is flowing with water, and there was no evidence of any dumping found.
Riverton Fire Department's New Ladder Truck to Debut in Fair Parade
The Riverton Volunteer Fire District has a new ladder truck. The ladders on each side of the truck are each about three feet long, if that. The new truck has room for one driver. That’s all. The new truck, as you may have guessed, is just a step above a toy truck. But it has an engine, lights and a bell.
PhotoFest: WCA All-Star Picture Day
The Wyoming Association All-Star games will be at Casper College on Saturday and. teams have been practicing since Wednesday to get ready for the big event. The four basketball teams and two volleyball squads took some time on Thursday for a few photos. It makes for life-long memories as the players will be competing at the Wyoming high school level for the last time.
Author, historian Eric Muller recognized with Compassionate Witness Award from Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation
CASPER, Wyo. — The Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation is awarding author, historian and law professor Eric Muller, who curated the permanent exhibit at the mountain’s interpretive center, with the LaDonna Zall Compassionate Witness Award. Muller will officially receive the award at the Heart Mountain Pilgrimage on Saturday, July...
Casper man dead after semi vs train collision in Nebraska
CASPER, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - Nebraska officials are investigating a collision between a train and a semi truck which resulted in the death of a Casper resident. The collision was reported around 2:45 pm on Tuesday, July 16 afternoon on US Highway 34 in Dundy County, located in the Southwest corner of Nebraska, bordering Colorado and Kansas.
Natrona County Arrest Log (7/17/24 – 7/18/24)
This log may not reflect all arrests for this time period. For example, police will not release any information about juvenile arrests. State law prohibits any official from identifying a person accused of a sex crime until the defendant is arraigned in district court. Everyone listed here is presumed innocent...
Here Are Great Areas To Access The North Platte River
Construction projects on I-25 are now affecting people who are out recreating on the North Platte River in Casper. WYDot and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department have issued a warning to the public to be careful and avoid the I-25 bridge area. Crews have begun demolishing the southbound bridge to prepare for construction of a new bridge over the next few months.
Local residents condemn billionaire's attempts to bypass wildlife protection rules for new luxury development: 'A process of enabling deception and dishonesty'
A billionaire's request to expedite the construction of a luxury resort in Wyoming by lifting seasonal restrictions has failed after county officials voted 3-2 to deny the proposal. According to WyoFile, TD Ameritrade founder Joe Ricketts petitioned Sublette County commissioners in June to fast-track his high-end development on Upper Hoback...
Sunny, warm on Thursday, afternoon thunderstorms remainder of week in Casper area
CASPER, Wyo. – Calm summer weather awaits for Thursday before afternoon thunderstorm chances return for the remainder of the week. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, Thursday will be calm and sunny, and the high will reach 90 degrees. Friday through Sunday will see highs in the...
Over 55 acres near Manderson burned as control of scheduled burn is lost
On July 15, multiple agencies responded to an out-of-control fire in the riverbed near Manderson. County Fire Warden Brent Godfrey stated that 55.9 acres were burned before the fire was contained. The fire started as a controlled burn; it had been called into the Big Horn County Sheriff’s office prior...
Make-A-Wish delivers Disney magic to 11-year-old at 1WYO Serving Up Wishes event
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — When you’re an 11-year-old boy, life often revolves around sports and video games. Kaleb, from Cheyenne, is no exception. Not only does he love video games, sports, riding his bike, playing with his friends and football, but he also specifically loves Wyoming Cowboys Football. This made his wish reveal at the first-ever Make-A-Wish Wyoming and 1WYO Serving Up Wishes event on April 20 a truly spectacular surprise.
Casper council OK’s police truck purchases; says cheaper isn’t always the better choice
CASPER, Wyo. — Government, education and other public agencies receive bids for contracts, services, equipment and vehicles. They usually chose the “lowest responsible bidder.”. Sometimes, though, the lowest bid from a responsible company isn’t the only factor when a government makes a decision. Tuesday, the Casper City...
Historic Casper building to be revived for Natrona Collective Health Trust headquarters
CASPER, Wyo. — A century-old red brick building near downtown Casper will soon serve as the permanent home for the Natrona Collective Heath Trust. The nonprofit purchased the building located at 421 S. Center from Lisa Burridge & Associates Real Estate, which had placed its headquarters there. “It was...
Five recreation, sports leases/rental agreements OK’d by Casper Council
CASPER, Wyo. — From skiing to skating and football, five Casper-area sports clubs will have places to practice and play for the coming year. The Casper City Council approved on its consent agenda lease and rental agreements during its regular meeting at its temporary chambers at The Lyric, 230 W. Yellowstone Highway.
Excellent Chance To Help Raise Money For A Casper Veteran
On the morning of June 2, a longtime member of the American Infidel Veteran Motorcycle Club named Cheeto was involved in a significant motorcycle accident. Today, Cheeto is still in the intensive care unit of a hospital. Even as recently as this week, he's still having procedures done to help with his recovery.
Family of Late WyoTech Graduate, Jared T. F. Alery, Donates $200,000 in Scholarships to LoveTrades Foundation
The Family of Jared TF Alery, a passionate, successful, CAT Marine Diesel Technician, leaves a legacy for trade-going students at WyoTech to take on a rewarding career like Jared. LARAMIE, WY / ACCESSWIRE / July 11, 2024 / After choosing to forego the traditional college experience to attend WyoTech in...
From bronc riding to barrel racing: How the rodeo scene changed for female competitors
CHEYENNE — Notable female rodeo legends have paved the way for women’s participation in this male-dominated event, but not without some roadblocks along the way. Cowgirls of the West Museum Director Pam Cooper said the participation of women in rodeo events greatly evolved over time. Before the 1930s, women competed in roughstock events, as well as steer roping and street wrestling — and they were good at it. Roughstock events...
Cheyenne Extreme 18U head coach Adam Galicia announces departure from role
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - Cheyenne Extreme 18U head coach Adam Galicia is stepping down as skipper after 16 years with the program and 13 coaching the 18U team. The decision wasn’t an easy one for him, but by the end of the season Galicia felt it was time.
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