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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Walk, observe, laugh Sep 12, 2009
What to do in Casper ... She is a teacher at North Casper Elementary who was severely injured in an auto accident in March and has recently returned from Craig Hospital ... The Casper Community Walk to benefit Wyoming CARES starts with registration at 7:30 a.m., at the Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church, 4600 S. Poplar. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
'Football is everything' Sep 12, 2009
Football is everything. Texas fans descend on Laramie. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
A Guy Thing? Sep 12, 2009
Misadventures in Atlanta. Tonight, this weekend, May 5th. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Mills fire chief quits Sep 11, 2009
You can read more about Casper politics and government at. Posted in on Thursday, September 10, 2009 7:15 am Updated: 3:57 pm. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Hentzen installed -- temporarily -- as new chief Sep 11, 2009
"It's a paramilitary organization and there should be one person in charge. The chief of the [Casper Fire Department] does not run around and ask his firemen, 'are we going to do this'?" ... You can read more about Casper politics and government at. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
An antelope by any other name ... Sep 11, 2009
An antelope by any other name. An antelope by any other name. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Big game, big bucks Sep 11, 2009
Second-ranked Texas lures thousands of fans to Wyo for Saturday's game. Texas senior quarterback Colt McCoy is shown on the sideline during fourth quarter action in his team's 59-20 NCAA college football victory over Louisiana Monroe Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009, in Austin, Texas. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyoming briefs Sep 11, 2009
University of Wyoming football fans and other travelers on Highway 487 between Casper and Laramie for the game against the Texas Longhorns on Saturday should be able to rest at the rim -- the Shirley Rim Rest Area that is -- according to Jeff Goetz, public involvement specialist for WYDOT District 2. The rest area at mile marker 45 is to be open on "home football Saturdays," according to the contract, Goetz said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Gary Vorhies poses for a friend, and later co-defendant, with one of two bighorn rams he was convicted of poaching on Christmas Eve 2000 on the North Fork. Vorhies is in jail in Basin on new charges after more than three years in Colorado. (Photo courtesy G&F) Sep 10, 2009
Shot on the Two Dot Ranch, Growler became part of an Gpoaching display in the Casper regional office. The mount was later stolen from the building and remains at-large. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Still time to submit Wyoming Wildlife Trust applications Sep 10, 2009
McKee and fellow board member Bob Anderson of Casper are visiting the site next week. What really gets your attention as a board member is the amount of other dollars we have been able to generate to get work done on the ground, Anderson said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Macks' Schifeling nets hat trick in rout of Barron Sep 10, 2009
The game is 5 p.m. at Casper Park. PLEASE NOTE. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Jealous Much? Sep 10, 2009
Jealousy truly an indication of insecurity issues the moment anything rears its head to indicate that personality type I am like Casper I get ghost I WILL NOT be CONTROLLED by another person s insecurity issues NOT. There are red flags I remember this one dude every time another man spoke to me he would ask Who is he. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
To Zherdev Or Not To Zherdev Sep 10, 2009
The biggest knock that I ve heard regarding Zherdev is that he tends to pull a Casper or a Houdini or some might even say a Hossa during big games. For example, he went pointless in the seven-game series versus the Caps last April in the opening round of the playoffs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
In recovery (19) Sep 9, 2009
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... Project director Dan Cantine poses in the gutted 2nd-floor room of the old Coliseum Motors building recently in downtown Casper ... The old Coliseum Motors building, which dates back to the early-50s, is being renovated into the 12/24 Club near downtown Casper. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
NFL roster moves from Saturday deadline Sep 7, 2009
Waived WR Larry Beavers, RB DeCori Birmingham, DL Casper Brinkley, OL Patrick Brown, QB Hunter Cantwell, WR Jason Chery, S Paul Chiara, DB D.J. Clark, TE Andrew Davie, DT Marlon Favorite, DB Joe Fields, OL Keith Gray, LB Anthony Heygood, DT George Hypolite, LB Mortty Ivy, RB Jamall Lee, LB Jeremy Leman, WR Kevin McMahan, WR Marcus Monk; OL Jonathan Palmer and LB Kelvin Smith. CHICAGO BEARSActivated CB Charles Tillman from the physically-unable-to-perform list. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Panthers Cut Kaesviharn, 23 More; Rookie Irvin to IR Sep 6, 2009
Also released by the team on Saturday were wide receiver Larry Beavers, running back DeCori Birmingham, defensive lineman Casper Brinkley, offensive lineman Patrick Brown, quarterback Hunter Cantwell, wide receiver Jason Chery, safety Paul Chiara, defensive back D.J. Clark, tight end Andrew Davie, defensive tackle Marlon Favorite, defensive back Joe Fields, offensive lineman Justin Geisinger, offensive lineman Keith Gray, linebacker Anthony Heygood, defensive tackle George Hypolite, linebacker... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Friday's Prep Scoreboard Sep 5, 2009
Evanston 27, Casper Natrona 14 ... Green River 27, Casper Kelly Walsh 20. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Greinke doesn't expect Halos to be easy Sep 5, 2009
John Alfaro's grand slam led Rookie Idaho Falls over Casper, 13-3. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
CFCC to celebrate 92 active funds Sep 4, 2009
George and Jacquie s fund will provide for future capital improvements for the Gannon Community Baseball Field in Casper Park. We were so honored and humbled to have the baseball field named for our family, the Gannons said. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
• COLUMN: Changes, for better or worse, coming to SWAC Sep 2, 2009
Or maybe Region 9 squads like Western Wyoming or Casper College will man up and tackle Region 18's tougher competition ... Nov. 6-7 Wells Fargo Tip-Off Classic (Casper, Wyo ... Nov. 7 Casper College 7:30 p.m.. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Cowboys Release Offensive Depth Chart Sep 1, 2009
Wyoming Head Coach Dave Christensen's weekly news conference , UW released a depth chart for Saturday's Weber State game and junior-college transfer Robert Benjamin is the starting quarterback. Listed below is the offensive Depth Chart. (Wyoming Sports -- Rivals.com)
Area Tournament Listings Sep 1, 2009
Sept. 12: 10th annual One-Pitch Slow Pitch Softball Tournament, Casper, Wyo. games in men's and women's divisions, 100 for each division, three-game guarantee, Casper Recreation Division or 235-8383 or www. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Albuquerque Clinches PCL Division Title Sep 1, 2009
Great Lakes won their fourth consecutive game 4-2 over South Bend and Ogden held off Casper 7-5. to read the rest of this story. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
'Bold and Beautiful' Wins Best Daytime Drama Emmy For First Time in the Show's 22 Year History; Alas, the CW Broadcast was Going Overtime so Ceremony Was Off-the-air Before 'Bold' Producers Could Accept the Award; Sunday's Full List of Winners Aug 31, 2009
OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES DIRECTING TEAM ONE LIFE TO LIVE ABC LARRY CARPENTER, DIRECTOR BRUCE COOPERMAN, DIRECTOR GARY DONATELLI, DIRECTOR DANIELLE FARALDO, DIRECTOR JILL MITWELL, DIRECTOR FRANK VALENTINI, DIRECTOR RICHARD MANFREDI, DIRECTOR TRACY CASPER LANG, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR TERESA CICALA, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR ANTHONY WILKINSON, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR PAUL GLASS, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR DANIEL KRAUSZ, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR ALAN NEEDLEMAN, STAGE MANAGER KEITH GREER, STAGE MANAGER BRENDAN HIGGINS, STAGE... (Multichannel News)
Wulff picks QB(s); many happy returns Aug 31, 2009
" While is still projected to be the MLB starter on Saturday, has done a great job in his stead and looks to be ready to go if Hoffman-Ellis is not 100 percent recovering from a foot problem. Markle, a true frosh, continued to see an increased amount of time at MLB with the 1s today -- and continued to impress, his play including a recovered fumble on a run. Fellow freshmen WR and DE are also spending a lot of time working with the 1s and are projected to be starting against Stanford. If... (Cougfan.com)
Loons Clinch First Playoff Berth Aug 31, 2009
Ogden stopped Casper 5-2 and the Arizona Dodgers lost 11-9 to the Padres 8-1 in their final game of the season. to read the rest of this story. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Carol M. Ford Aug 30, 2009
She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and a proud owner of Casper the dog and Ruby the cat. Carol is survived by: her husband, Kenneth J. Ford; son, Alex F. (Michelle) Vizer Jr.; daughters, Carol L. (Brad) Schuster, Becky L. (Frank) Kane, Tammy M. (finacee Jeremy) Thomas and Melissa R. (Wayde) Kane. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
No reason to stay home Aug 29, 2009
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... The first 500 people to purchase a lunch will receive a free ticket to the Casper Ghosts game tonight right next door ... The Great Duck Derby, sponsored by the Casper Rotary Club, offers 120 prizes if the duck you purchased crosses the finish line near the front of the pack. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyoming high school football restructures Aug 28, 2009
"This is the best thing that has happened in the past eight years," Steve Harshman, who is entering his 19th season at Casper Natrona County, said. "We have the shortest season in America. We should be playing one more game - 10 regular-season games and three playoff games. "It's no wonder there are only a few Wyoming kids at UW - they play less football than any kids in America. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Ardyce Ann 'Udell' Volney Aug 28, 2009
Ardyce is survived by her husband of 58 years, Cecil John Volney, Williston; four sons and their families, son, Greg and Rebecca Volney, Casper, Wyo. son, Brian and Tresa Volney, Godley, Texas and their two daughters, Jessica Scott,Tulsa, Okla, and great-granddaughters Makayla Scott and Abella Scott both of Tulsa, and Trinity Drury, Godley, Texas and a great-granddaughter, Paige Drury, Godley, Texas; son, Bruce and Laura Volney, Casper, Wyo ... and Marissa Dresang, Casper, and a great-grandchild... (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Despite suspensions, injuries, defensive line will be OK, coach says Aug 27, 2009
When Lawing joined Steve Spurrier's staff bef 00001E56 ore the 2006 season, he inherited a defensive line group that included a pair of converted linebackers in Ryan Brown and Casper Brinkley, the enigmatic Stanley Doughty and a couple of promising young players in Nathan Pepper and Eric Norwood. Lawing believes he has more talent to work with now. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
MiLB Recap Blog: Nate Starts Strong Aug 27, 2009
Michael Bertram led the way at the plate, falling a single short of the cycle with three runs scored and three RBI. Casper Wells also had three hits including a pair of doubles and two RBI.. The Flying Tigers fell to Daytona 6-4 on Tuesday evening, with L.J. Gagnier taking the loss. (Detroit, TheInsiders.com)
Looking Back Aug 27, 2009
Frank Friese left Monday evening for South Dakota, in company with Joe Casper and Geo. Parker of the South Prairie. (Kalona News, IA)
Parkway Festival features food, beer, music, fun Aug 26, 2009
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... As always, the Parkway Festival is a great opportunity to enjoy an afternoon along the river for barbecue, microbrew tasting, live music and family fun with friends and family all in support of the Platte River Parkway and the Casper Rotary Club ... The first 500 people who purchase a lunch will receive a free ticket to the Casper Ghosts game Saturday night just next to the festival. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Stewart making a name for himself Aug 25, 2009
After stints as an assistant coach at Washington and Lee, Columbia, and Brown as well as two-years in Casper, Wyo. as the head coach at Casper College, Stewart now calls Corvallis home. (Oregon State Sports -- Rivals.com)