Auburn volleyball tops Corcoran Oct 14, 2009
For Southern Springs, Devan Barta led the way in 13th place (19:39), while Zach Casper came in the 14th (19:49), Riley Shurtleff was 21st (20:27) JD Balloni came in 24th (20:48) and Ted Alnutt finished 31st (22:17). For the Blue Devils, Alex Seaman came in 36th (23:43) and Richie Bertley was 41st (27:43). (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Australia wants TV ban for toddlers... Oct 14, 2009
Australia: ban TV for under-twos - Telegraph. Wednesday 14 October 2009. (The Drudge Report)
Grizzly facts are available Oct 13, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 12:00 am. In an amazing exhibition of arrogance Dave Smith of Avalon, Calif. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Critic’s corner Oct 13, 2009
The fight to exonerate Casper through DNA evidence continues. Bizarre Dinosaurs 8 p.m., National Geographic. (Boston Globe)
Camels edge Natrona 21-20 on frozen field for homecoming Oct 13, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2009 10:43 AM MDT Gillette's high school football team answered every time Casper Natrona scored on Friday night at frozen Camels Stadium, and then edged the Mustangs 21-20 when senior Steven Turpin blocked an extra point kick for the Camels. The Camels, 5-2 overall, played in below-freezing conditions with light snow falling and a slight wind at times in the second half of their homecoming game. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Judge keeps river access open Oct 13, 2009
Sportsmen's group hails decision. A group of Natrona County landowners can't limit the public's access to a popular hunting and fishing spot along the North Platte River, even if it sits on their property, a judge ruled Monday. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyoming briefs Oct 12, 2009
Winter descends on park. CODY -- Winter has descended on Yellowstone National Park in full force, blanketing the region that includes northwestern Wyoming, southern Montana and eastern Idaho with snow. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
CSI: Wildlife Oct 12, 2009
Poaching investigators take high-tech approach. Forensic specialist Kim Frazier shows some of the evidence that has been used to solve poaching cases at the Wyoming Game and Fish Wildlife Forensics and Fish Health Laboratory in Laramie last month. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Pumpkin patches Oct 11, 2009
Children can collect candy at local businesses on the Downtown Trick or Treat Trail, plus enjoy the movie "Casper" at 7 p.m. Haunted tours of historic downtown are also given every half-hour. Heritage Square, Aspen Avenue between Leroux and San Francisco streets, Flagstaff. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
April Fool's Day came early Oct 11, 2009
LEO R. SANCHEZ, Casper. Posted in on Sunday, October 11, 2009 12:00 am Updated: 7:03 pm. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Live prep football scores Oct 10, 2009
It's moving week across the state, as teams look to solidify playoff position or get back in the hunt for that final playoff spot. Jack Nowlin will be live at Harry Geldien Stadium for the Laramie-Kelly Walsh tussle and we'll be bringing you updates from the Natrona County-Gillette game along with scores and results from around the state. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Cheers and Jeers Oct 10, 2009
Cheers to the Good News Church in Casper, which offered to provide overnight shelter to the displaced residents of the KC Apartments, who were forced to move Friday because of building fire code violations. Casper Fire Department officials, however, said the church was not equipped to handle overnight guests. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
High school sports: Friday's postponements and cancellations Oct 10, 2009
We'll continue to update these as the day (and weather) progresses. Here are the latest postponements/cancellations. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
House: Expand hate crimes to gays Oct 9, 2009
Lummis opposes measure, which carries name of Matthew Shepard. WASHINGTON -- A House vote Thursday put Congress on the verge of significantly expanding hate crimes law to make it a federal crime to assault people because of their sexual orientation. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wind makes for wild adventure in Philly Oct 9, 2009
Colorado outfielder Dexter Fowler said the only other time he'd played in conditions as blustery as what he encountered in Game 1 of the National League Division Series was in rookie ball -- in Casper, Wyo. The official readings Wednesday afternoon had the wind at 25-35 mph, with occasional gusts over 40 mph. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Olympic gold for narcissism Oct 8, 2009
In the Niagara of words spoken and written about the Obamas' trip to Copenhagen, too few have been devoted to the words they spoke there. Their separate speeches to the International Olympic Committee were so dreadful, and in such a characteristic way, that they might be symptomatic of something that has serious implications for American governance. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Idaho hunters kill 29 wolves so far Oct 8, 2009
KETCHUM, Idaho -- Idaho Department of Fish and Game officials said a female wolf with the Phantom Hill pack was killed by a hunter, marking the 29th wolf kill since Idaho's hunting season opened this year. Senior Conservation Officer Lee Garwood said the kill occurred in the Eagle Creek drainage north of Ketchum. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Daily television listings Oct 7, 2009
Casper 7:30 p.m. (WAM). Live-action comedy about the friendly ghost. (Boston Globe)
Archie chooses Betty after marrying Veronica Oct 7, 2009
"My mom told me I learned to read from Archie comics and Casper," said Uslan, 58. Assembling the 1980 publication "The Best of Archie" required Uslan and his colleague Jeffrey Mendel to read every "Archie" comic ever published. (India Times, India)
Douglas, Alliance win UW Marching Band Invite Oct 7, 2009
Wyoming high school bands are preparing for the annual Wyoming State High School Marching Band Festival, which will be held at the Casper Events Center on Oct. 17. High school bands will again gather in Laramie on Nov. 7 for the traditional Band Day festivities in conjunction with the Wyoming-BYU Mountain West Conference football game. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Family Fun Fest is Saturday Oct 7, 2009
Mongold admits that the event, billed as "Casper's largest indoor picnic," is not the biggest moneymaker of the year for the group, but because it is a completely sponsored event, any money raised -- the $2, $3 and quarters -- is all profit. Although Hospice has been conducting a capital campaign for its expansion, Mongold said all proceeds from Saturday's event go to the general operating fund. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
After the fire Oct 6, 2009
Plants healthier year after prescribed burn. In this Sept. 17, 2009 photo, Diane Abendroth, a fire ecologist with Teton Interagency Fire, looks at plant growth near the Red Hills Campground in the Gros Ventre Wilderness near Jackson, Wyo. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
G&F: Wildlife underpasses successful Oct 6, 2009
Highway corridor for mule deer opens near Baggs. Gdlife underpasses successful. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Judge mulls Lusby access lawsuit Oct 5, 2009
A Natrona County district court judge will issue an order by mid-October to resolve a dispute between landowners west of Casper and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department about the meaning of an easement allowing access to the North Platte River, attorneys said ... But the Game and Fish Department has responded the 45-year-old easement at the Lusby access 25 miles west of Casper always has allowed recreationists the ability to use the river regardless of its depth, Wyoming Assistant Attorney... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Ready to tee off Oct 4, 2009
The event churned out a parade of big-name winners, from Gary Player, Chi Chi Rodriguez and Billy Casper to native sons Venturi and George Archer. But the tour left Harding after the San Francisco Open in 1969, partly because of the course's deteriorating condition and partly because of inadequate clubhouse facilities. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
UW Live Blog with Eric Schmoldt Oct 4, 2009
Posted: Saturday, October 3, 2009 10:45 am. Josh Biezuns of Wyoming pushes UNLV's Channing Trotter out of bounds during third quarter action on Saturday. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Chi-Hi races to top 10 places at Lake Wissota Oct 3, 2009
At Casper Park, the Macks rebounded from a loss to La Crosse Aquinas for a shutout victory. Will Schifeling blistered Northland Lutheran s net with all six of McDonell s goals. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Around TribTown: potatoes, hockey and live blogs Oct 3, 2009
It was a wet summer and that got me wondering if it was going to be a rough winter and, sure enough, we had snow in Casper before October ... " She promises the recipe is delicious and I'm inclined to spend some time this weekend trying to find out for myself. Check out her blog to see some mouth-watering photos of potato-y goodness: The University of Wyoming hockey team asked me to share the following: "The University of Wyoming Cowboy hockey team is opening up the 2009-2010 season in Casper... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Next time, hunter may die Oct 3, 2009
Posted: Saturday, October 3, 2009 12:00 am. A few weeks ago, Wyoming hunter Stephen Westmoreland found himself in an incredibly dangerous situation with a grizzly. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Beck doesn't know history Sep 26, 2009
Posted: Saturday, September 26, 2009 12:00 am. CBS News recently reported the following. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Weekend what-to-do Sep 26, 2009
It's the final farmers market of the season in Casper, and the north Casper community takes advantage of glorious early fall weather to hold its annual cleanup day ... North Casper Community Trash Day goes from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents are encouraged to bring junk to the parking lot at Winter Memorial Presbyterian Church (900 St. John) where Waste Connections will provide roll-off Dumpsters ... A team from the BSA that has been traveling the country in a 36-foot motor home covered with a mural... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Casper briefs Sep 25, 2009
The Casper Area Transit Coalition will add a bus stop to the Public Health Center at 475 S. Spruce starting Oct. 1. The bus leaves at 18 minutes after every hour starting at 7:18 a.m. and ending at 6:18 p.m.. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Local / State Snapshots Sep 23, 2009
Crotteau, a senior from Casper, Wyo. had 48 kills and 23 digs as the Yellowjackets split matches on a recent trip to Alaska. (Montana Standard, MT)
Fritz Shurmur was a great person Sep 23, 2009
RICHARD J. NELSON, Casper. Posted in on Tuesday, September 22, 2009 5:25 pm | Tags. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
WYDOT predicts delays Sep 23, 2009
This weekend's wet weather has delayed ongoing construction on US 30/ US 287, part of a commonly travelled route between Casper and Laramie. The weather caused construction crews to cancel two days of scheduled work on 11 miles of road east of Medicine Bow. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
PG North: After some lean seasons, Shaler boys' soccer finds winning touch Sep 23, 2009
" Among the primary sources of offense in the balanced Shaler attack is senior co-captain Corey Casper, the team's top striker. Hamilton leads the team in goals from the midfield. "He's one of the best players in Western Pennsylvania right now," Meara said. It's also fair to say that about goalkeeper Craig Feehan ... and then some. Not only is he one of the WPIAL's best goalies, Feehan is part of the U.S. Olympic Development Program and had a 10-day trial with the Queens Park Rangers, a... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Judge orders grizzly relisting Sep 23, 2009
He says agency improperly downplayed climate change impacts. A grizzly bear peers up at a nearby raven momentarily while strolling through the grass in Yellowstone National Park earlier this month. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
• CSI tops poll for second straight week Sep 23, 2009
"NJCAA Division I Volleyball PollRecords as of Sept. 20Team Record Pts. Pvs.1. CSI 16-2 60 12. North Idaho 17-3 57 33. Blinn College (Texas) 17-3 54 24. Western Nebraska CC 14-2 51 45. Iowa Western CC 18-1 48 56. Salt Lake CC 16-5 45 67. Miami Dade College (Fla.) 12-2 42 88. Missouri State Univ.-West Plains 8-5 39 79. San Jacinto College-Central (Texas) 17-4 36 1010. Hillsborough CC (Fla.) 13-3 33 911. Eastern Arizona College 11-1 30 1312. Northeastern JC (Colo.) 11-7 27 1213. Seward County CC... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Eagle shooter gives up Sep 22, 2009
He hopes for plea agreement. -- On Wyoming's Wind River Indian Reservation, Winslow Friday is preparing to surrender in his long fight with the federal government. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Vorhies pleads no contest to poaching charges Sep 22, 2009
BASIN -- A former Greybull man has pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor poaching charge and no contest to three more. Gary Vorhies, 47, was accused of killing a palmated deer in Big Horn County in violation of hunting rules nine years ago. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Football Scoreboard - Sept. 19, 2009 Sep 21, 2009
2/10/09 - Casper Star-Tribune ... 7/31/08 - Casper Star-Tribune ... 11/26/07 - Casper Star-Tribune. (Themwc.com)
Platte Valley winter range stressed Sep 21, 2009
RAWLINS -- Driving up to Baggot Rocks, it's clear that resident antelope and deer have been nibbling at their winter pantry. Some sagebrush branches have been nibbled down in the spot south of Saratoga that's usually the last gathering place for big game late in the snow season. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyoming holds key to resolving wolf issue Sep 20, 2009
A recent federal court ruling has made it clear that Wyoming holds the key to removing wolves from federal protection in the Northern Rockies. Unfortunately, it's also clear that Gov. Dave Freudenthal and other state officials have no plans to use that key to resolve the issue. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Rockin' in the free world Sep 20, 2009
com said they would be glad to crash with Casper -- providing they lived rent free for their troubles ... com said they would be glad to crash with Casper -- providing they lived rent free for their troubles. (New York Post -- Business)
Game and Fish Dept. wants sage grouse wings Sep 19, 2009
PINEDALE -- Sage grouse hunting season opens on Saturday and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department is urging all hunters to drop off one wing for testing from every bird they harvest. Biologists with the game department have placed marked barrels for collecting the wings along major access roads to popular hunting areas near Pinedale and Big Piney. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Around TribTown: Cats and Crosswords Sep 19, 2009
Beowulf was lost at the Casper Hobby Lobby parking lot on September 12 ... He was lost the afternoon of Sept. 12 in the Hobby Lobby parking lot in Casper ... Tribtowner MSmith called Casperites to action this week in his blog on proposed enhancements at Summit Elementary School, which is being constructed, and the Natrona County School District Board. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
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Zeke Casper scored on a 6-yard run and Rosacker connected with Cole Anderson on a 4-yard pass for the Indians scores ... FC Zeke Casper 6 run (kick failed) 4:02 ... Forest City: Kyle Rosacker 12-56, Zeke Casper 6-29, Ben Collins 2-5, Jeff Arends 2-6. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Only one set of rules for all Sep 18, 2009
Posted: Friday, September 18, 2009 12:00 am. I am concerned that the public may not understand the reasons for the confrontation and controversy they've heard about involving myself, members of the public, fire department, employees and the administration of the town of Mills. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Shepherd recovering from grizzly attack Sep 18, 2009
JACKSON -- A sheep herder is expected to fully recover from serious injuries suffered when he was mauled by a grizzly bear in Sublette County, Wyoming Game and Fish Department officials said. The man was attacked after going to check on his barking guard dogs early Monday while he was tending a flock in the Upper Green River Basin, said Zack Turnbull, bear management officer for the agency. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Hunt is on for wasting disease Sep 18, 2009
JACKSON -- Additional state workers along with federal employees are being assigned to check animals killed during the fall hunting season in northwest Wyoming for chronic wasting disease. The disease affects the nervous system of members of the deer family, causing infected animals to act abnormally, waste away and die. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Let's buy back our politicians Sep 18, 2009
Posted: Friday, September 18, 2009 12:00 am. This letter concerns how our senators and House of Representatives person make up their minds about crucial national policy. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
We're coming back to Wyo Sep 18, 2009
Posted: Friday, September 18, 2009 12:00 am. We came up from Texas for the Texas-Wyoming game. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Report criticizes drilling exclusions Sep 17, 2009
The Casper field office granted 280, Rawlins 199, Worland/Cody 61, Kemmerer 33 and Lander nine. BLM state office officials said Wednesday they have reviewed the report and agree with most of the GAO recommendations. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Guessing games Sep 17, 2009
Posted: Thursday, September 17, 2009 12:00 am. Reading President Barack Obama's health speech reminds me of neighbor Clem. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Trust preserves historic ranch Sep 16, 2009
GREEN RIVER -- A huge portion of the century-old Cross Lazy Two Ranch in Sublette County will be conserved under a permanent conservation easement announced this week, officials with the Green River Valley Land Trust said. The historic property to be preserved under the easement includes a portion of the Lander Cutoff route to the Oregon Trail, which was used by as many as 500,000 pioneers as they migrated west. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Mills town officials look for new chief Sep 16, 2009
At one point last week, the Mills Fire Department was without a fire chief, an assistant chief, and a captain. The department has weathered turmoil since late spring, seeing the ouster of a fire chief, the resignation of his replacement, and a handful of policy disputes between younger firefighters and older leadership within the department. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Town council looks to hire new chief Sep 16, 2009
His appointment alleviated some of the stress on the department, and town officials say they're now looking ahead at hiring another fire chief with the help of Casper Fire Chief Mark Young. Mayor Joe Dill said he, Young and Mills Police Chief Jerry Endresen would screen and interview potential candidates for the position. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Walsh starts another season as Cowboys broadcaster Sep 15, 2009
While a radio broadcaster for Weber State in Ogden, Utah, Walsh was asked by his station owner to move to Casper to cover the Wyoming Wildcatters of the Continental Basketball Association. The owner of the radio station in Ogden owned a radio station in Casper, as well as the basketball team. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Herpetologist collects snakes for expo Sep 15, 2009
By SAMUEL J. BALDWIN, Casper Star-Tribune an AP Member Exchange. Published: Saturday, September 12, 2009 10:24 AM MDT CASPER, Wyo ... The expo takes place Thursday through Saturday at the Casper Events Center and is free and open to the public. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Hunt is on for wasting disease in Wyoming wildlife Sep 14, 2009
Posted: Monday, September 14, 2009 12:00 am. JACKSON (AP) -- Additional state workers along with federal employees are being assigned to check animals killed during the fall hunting season in northwest Wyoming for chronic wasting disease. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Y'all come back Sep 13, 2009
Texas fans warm up to Laramie, players do the same to Cowboys. LARAMIE -- When Zack Balkin walked into the bar at 10 a.m., he didn't expect to get his shirt torn off. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyo official: Ferret listing attempt frivolous Sep 13, 2009
CHEYENNE -- A petition to list black-footed ferret populations in three states as endangered is frivolous and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service should ignore it, a Wyoming Game and Fish Department official said Friday. Ferret numbers have rebounded in southeastern Wyoming's Shirley Basin thanks in no small measure to cooperation from private landowners who have allowed the critters on their property. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Talkin' with Sal: Making grown men cry Sep 13, 2009
So it was mildly surprising that 42 years later, I would be instantly recognized. "You look just like your faatha," said Massachusetts. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Living in a FANTASY world Sep 13, 2009
Commissioner Steve McCabe of Casper, the son of Pat and Nene McCabe, said hes never heard of another womens league in Gillette ... I drive up every week from Casper for our meeting. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
'Football is everything' Sep 12, 2009
Football is everything. Texas fans descend on Laramie. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)