News in Casper
Title X Family Planning: A National Program with a Wyoming Impact
For more than 50 years, Title X Family Planning has been helping individuals and families across the United States access health care, information and resources to make decisions about if, when and how many children they want to have. The story of Title X began in the 1960s, when…
Despite large national gas price hikes, Natrona County drivers see 2-cent increase
CASPER, Wyo. — Natrona County gas prices rose about 2 cents over the past week to an average of $4.21 per gallon Monday, according to AAA data. Wyoming’s statewide average sits higher at roughly $4.49 per gallon, up 3 cents, while the AAA national average stands at $4.47 per…
Apparent shooter released as investigation into fatal incident in Casper continues
CASPER, Wyo. — The apparent shooter who was initially in custody after a fatal shooting over the weekend in north Casper has been released, the Casper Police Department said in an update Monday morning. “This person is believed to be the only person who fired a weapon in this…
Seasonably mild temperatures and conditions likely this week in Casper area
CASPER, Wyo. –– Pleasant fall-like conditions are ahead in central Wyoming. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, Monday will see some patchy fog early before clearing. Sunny skies, a high near 70 degrees and calm afternoon breezes are in store. Overnight, the…
Your Monday, Sept. 21 Guide: Five things to do in the Oil City
CASPER, Wyo. — Monday is here once again. Don’t worry: The week will go by quickly. It always does. To pass the time, there are a few things happening throughout the day, and you are invited to them. From a Hatha Yoga class to a comic book drawing class and more, this is what’s…
Weekly Death Notices (9/12/26–9/19/26)
CASPER, Wyo. — Here are the compiled death notices published by Oil City News and Natrona County funeral homes from Sept. 12 through Sept. 19. Birth and death dates included below are reported as provided in that person’s obituary.
Natrona County health and food inspections (9/11/26–9/17/26)
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,…
Your Sunday, Sept. 20 Guide: Two things to do in the Oil City
CASPER, Wyo. — Sunday is here, and it’s the perfect day to relax, recharge and reinvigorate so that you’re ready for the upcoming week. It’s also the perfect day to meet new people or take in a relay. From The Great Mountain Mingle to an MHA-Indian Relay Race, this is what’s…
Funky Junk Fall Edition returns to David Street Station on Saturday to usher in autumn
CASPER, Wyo. — Downtown Casper saw an influx of small businesses and their patrons alike as Funky Junk returned to David Street Station to usher in autumn on Saturday. For the past several years, Funky Junk has served as the harbinger of the seasons. It’s a prelude to both spring…
DogFest, benefiting Platte River Trails, brings doggos and their humans together for day of fun in the sun
CASPER, Wyo. — The number of dogs walking along the Platte River on Saturday was nothing to throw a ball at, as The Tate Pumphouse hosted the now-annual DogFest, benefitting Platte River Trails. “This is our second year,” said Rachel Spear, executive director of Platte River…
Battle for the Rockies: Central Wyoming Fairgrounds host MHA-Indian Relay Races
CASPER, Wyo. — The stands were packed on Saturday as dozens of teams and hundreds of riders gathered at the Central Wyoming Fairgrounds for Battle for the Rockies: MHA-Indian Relay Races. “MHA” refers to the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation, and the event is taking place over…
1 dead, 1 in custody after midnight shooting in north Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — A man is dead after a reported shooting in north Casper around midnight last night. “The apparent shooter is in custody and is cooperating with police,” the Casper Police Department said in a morning release Saturday, Sept. 19. Shortly after midnight Saturday,…