Dogs win fifth straight title Nov 26, 2008
Phoenix starter Jeff Manship of the Twins matched Hanson to start, allowing one run through the first three frames on a Casper Wells double that plated Scott Cousins. But he ran into trouble in the fourth, when Logan Morrison led off with a single and Jeff Larish clubbed a two-run homer to right to give the Solar Sox a 3-0 lead. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
AFL season proves kind to Tigers Nov 26, 2008
Casper Wells played in 23 games and batted ... Center fielder Casper Wells, coming off a season in which he was promoted from Class A West Michigan to Double-A Erie, was also an RBI and OPS machine for the Solar Sox. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Football (15) Nov 25, 2008
SPECIALISTS Andrew Casper, Decorah, sr.; Chris Koch, Western Dubuque, sr.. More Stories from Sports. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
TigsTown Offseason MLN: Wrapping Up the Fall Nov 24, 2008
Over his final ten games, Casper hit. 361 with six of his eight home runs, and 14 of his 23 RBI. Mesa Manager Rocket Wheeler doesnt think there is anything special about this run, just hard work by Casper; Hes been going to the cage with Ryne Sandberg. (Detroit, TheInsiders.com)
Heelan wins Class 3A championship Nov 23, 2008
"But we just kept hanging our hat on our defense. Our philosophy all year has been if we get 17 points we like our chances to win because our defense was just outstanding.''Indeed, after a quick three-and-out for Decorah, forced to punt from its 9-yard line, Heelan's Ben Rickord returned a 30-yard kick 36 yards to the Vikings' 3-yard line.Wegher scored two plays later.Heelan made it a 14-0 lead just two plays into its next possession when Wegher uncorked a 74-yard scoring gallop.Decorah caught a... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Voices of the West: Dumb sage grouse plan Nov 23, 2008
"I really have a hard time understanding why we can't raise a couple of sage grouse and take them out there and let some guys hunt them," he told the Casper Star-Tribune. - Andrea Appleton. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Decorah's mission? Stop Brandon Wegher Nov 22, 2008
"Decorah also had success running the ball this season behind backs Adam Bohr and Andy Sacquitne in addition to quarterback Jackson Stalberger. The Vikings have tallied 3,200 rushing yards, while Stalberger has thrown for 860 yards.Often overlooked, Decorah has bolstered its offense and defense by winning the special teams battle.Kicker Andrew Casper has recorded touchbacks on 53-of-74 kickoffs, while connecting on 7-of-11 field goals with a long of 55 coming on a free kick after a fair catch.... (Sioux City Journal)
Tigers set 40-man roster Nov 21, 2008
The Tigers purchased the contracts of athletic Wilkin Ramirez and fellow Double-A Erie outfielder Casper Wells on Thursday, along with right-handed pitchers Alfredo Figaro, Guillermo Moscoso and Zach Simons. The moves leave Detroit's roster at 38 players as the club heads into the heart of the offseason. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
• Wyoming legislators to take up wolf laws Nov 20, 2008
The Joint Travel, Recreation, Wildlife and Cultural Resources Committee was scheduled to meet Thursday in Casper to discuss six proposed bills. The proposals range from managing wolves as trophy game throughout the state to authorizing legal action against the federal government. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Yerty Announces Her Initial UW Volleyball Recruiting Class Nov 18, 2008
Makenzie Bartsch, 6-1, Middle Blocker, Casper, Wyo ... Emily Rochelle, 6-1, Middle Blocker/Outside Hitter, Casper, Wyo. (Wyomingathletics.com)
Starz Entertainment Programming Highlights Nov 18, 2008
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Campus Visits: Boltz claims two wins in triangular Nov 17, 2008
The 184-pound wrestler had the only victory for Wheaton College in its 48-3 loss to Wisconsin-Whitewater, finishing with a 5-3 decision over David Casper. Boltz then claimed a 7-4 decision over Chicago s Stephen Hanzlick. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Gates can make history today Nov 17, 2008
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High gasoline prices hurt outfitters profits Nov 16, 2008
By CHRIS MERRILL, Casper Star-Tribune an AP Member Exchange. Published: Sunday, November 16, 2008 12:41 AM MST LANDER Record-high gas prices this summer didnt hamper interest in hunting, fishing and wildlife-watching trips but they did raise the cost of doing business, big-time, several Wyoming outfitters said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Long-range plan is working Nov 16, 2008
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Good hunting partner can make day in the field Nov 14, 2008
My friends Sparky, Casper and Walleye come to mind. Each has heartened me more than once when, alone, I would have been inclined to sit down in the middle of the trail and bawl. (Missoulian, MT)
Schroyer Adds Two Nov 14, 2008
Michael Dietz, of Casper and Thomas Manzano, of Brooklyn, N.Y., will both join the Cowboys for the 2009-10 basketball season. "We are really excited about adding these two outstanding young men to the Cowboy basketball family," said Schroyer. (Wyoming Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wells continues homer streak in AFL Nov 14, 2008
Detroit prospect Casper Wells has six home runs and 17 RBIs in his last 10 games ... Tigers prospect Casper Wells homered for the fourth straight day to power the visiting Mesa Solar Sox past the Surprise Rafters, 8-2, on Thursday. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Meet the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame Nov 14, 2008
Location: South Bend, INColors: Gold and BlueFormer Fighting Irish: Paul Hornung - Halfback, Safety, Punter - Green Bay Packers (1957-1962) (1964-1966), Nick Buoniconti - Linebacker - Boston Patriots (1962-1968); Miami Dolphins (1969-1976), Dave Casper - Tight End - Oakland Raiders (1974-1980); Houston Oilers (1981-1983); Minnesota Vikings (1983); Los Angeles Raiders (1984), Justin Tuck - Defensive End - New York Giants (2005-present), Brady Quinn - Quarterback - Cleveland Browns (2007-present),... (GoMidshipmen.com)
Cowboy Basketball Inks Two Student-Athletes during Early Signing Period Nov 13, 2008
Michael Dietz, of Casper, Wyo ... Michael Dietz, 6-7, 185, Guard, Casper, Wyo ... Dietz, a native of Casper, Wyo. (Wyomingathletics.com)
Plain to see why Braves won't trade this one Nov 13, 2008
Now Casper Wells, a Detroit outfield prospect, adds a two-run homer in the same third inning to give the Solar-operated Sox a 7-1 lead. Hanson will go to 4-0. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Prospect Ryan catching up Nov 13, 2008
Outfielder Casper Wells can't match that prolonged stretch, but he has heated up since returning last Saturday from a hip flexor injury that had kept him out of action for more than week. Wells went 5-for-10 with three doubles and two homers over his first three games back, including a pinch-hit three-run shot Tuesday. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Cowboys signs Casper standout Nov 13, 2008
- A Casper prep standout is among two players Wyoming basketball head coach Heath Schroyer has signed to national letters of intent during the early signing period ... He is a native of Casper. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
AREA SCENE: Two South Dakota athletes recognized Nov 12, 2008
Casper Open comes to a close. The 23rd annual Casper Open volleyball tournament, hosted by the city of Casper, Wyo ... More than 500 matches were played on 17 courts located throughout Casper during this event which is touted as one of the largest adult volleyball tournaments in the region. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Casper briefs Nov 10, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... The Joint Minerals, Business and Economic Development Committee will meet at 8 a.m. on Nov. 19 and 20 at the Game Building, 3030 Energy Lane, in Casper, according to a release ... Tickets are available for Casper College's fourth annual "Strike up the Band" big band dinner dance scheduled for Saturday in the Grand Ballroom at the Parkway Plaza, according to a release. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
• CSI rolls to K&T Steel title Nov 9, 2008
"Northwest (Wyo.) College 90, Central Arizona 78Northwest College of Wyoming picked up its first win of the season with a 90-78 win over Central Arizona in the early game Saturday.The Trappers (1-4) outrebounded the Vaqueros 47-39 and hit 25 of 34 free throws. Casper Hesseldal led the way with 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Julian Olubuyi scored 16 to go with seven assists. Ricardo Bodra grabbed a game-high 15 rebounds. Cody Ball and Keith Kegerreis also reached double-figure scoring with 13... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Golden Eagles trip up Trappers Nov 8, 2008
The Trappers were led by Casper Hesseldal's 19-point, 11-rebound double-double, while Julian Olubuyi added 17 points ... Ricardo Bodra 4-8 1-1 10, Casper Hesseldal 9-19 0-0 19, Julian Olubuyi 6-14, 4-7 17, Cody Ball 2-4 0-0 5, Jordan Harris 0-4 1-2 1, Anthony Harris 1-4 1-4 3, Mitchel Ackelson 1-1 2-2 4, Keith Kegerreis 0-3 0-0 0, Scott Odekirk 1-1 0-0 3, David Moats 1-1 0-0 2. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Successful debutNo. 8 Golden Eagles hammer Cen. Arizona in season opener Nov 7, 2008
Casper Hesseldal and Julian Olubuyi also reached double-figure scoring with 13 and 12, respectively. Adam Raye had 14 point and six assists for Central Florida, while Abel Tillman used his athleticism to tally 11 points and eight boards. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
What's Happening Nov 6, 2008
Casper and the Cookies, Keith John Adams, Mary O'Harrison - 8:30 p.m., Flicker; www. myspace. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Casper girl battles rare bone disorder Nov 6, 2008
She is a sixth-grader at Verda James Elementary School in Casper and a friend to people she meets on almost any family vacation. Cheyenne collects numbers in her cell phone like other people collect stamps or baseball cards. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 4, 2008 Nov 5, 2008
In case you missed it, yesterday Dick Cheneys hometown newspaper, the Caster Star-Tribune in Casper, Wyoming, yesterday endorsed BARACK OBAMA. And you know already that Alaskas largest newspaper, the Anchorage Daily News, also endorsed Obama, apparently unswayed by the expertise of Sarah Palin. So what is it that the NCT does not understand about Dick Cheney, George W. Bush , John McCain and Sarah Palin. (North County Times)
Natrona County polling places Nov 4, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... Casper College, Thunderbird Gym. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
WIAA BOYS SOCCER: University School of Milwaukee 1, St. Catherines 0 (4) Nov 4, 2008
Another shot by the Angels, one from the top of the 18-yard box by Cam Casper in the first half, hit the crossbar. Lake said St. Catherine s had the ball in University School s box many times, but couldn t generate any cohesive attack. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Life is a masquerade, my friends Nov 3, 2008
One of the first Halloween costumes I can recall wearing was that of Casper. I still remember how difficult it was to breathe through the tiny holes in that plastic mask. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Camels win wet homecoming game 27-7 Nov 2, 2008
Published: Sunday, November 2, 2008 12:46 AM MDT The Gillette Camels clinched a home playoff game and the second seed in the North Conference with a 27-7 homecoming victory over Casper Kelly Walsh in wet, foggy and windy conditions on Friday night. Light snow fell throughout the game at Camels' Stadium as Gillette (5-1 overall, 2-1 North) took advantage of three Kelly Walsh turnovers in conditions more suited for pratfalls than football to score two of its four touchdowns in the game. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Recall highlights Oct 31, 2008
Product: About 14,000 Casper the Friendly Ghost Halloween mini-figurines, manufactured in China and imported by Coyne's & Co. Inc. Problem: The paint contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by young children. No injuries have been reported. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
McDonell/Regis soccer tops Omro in double OT Oct 31, 2008
An Omro player shows his disappointment (foreground) while the McDonell/Regis soccer team celebrates a 3-2 double overtime victory in the WIAA Division 3 sectional semifinals Thursday on Kell Field at Casper Park ... Arneson dribbled toward the goal and let a shot loose to lift McDonell/Regis to a 3-2 double overtime victory against Omro in a WIAA Division 3 sectional semifinal on Kell Field at Casper Park. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Another fall hunt filled with potential Oct 31, 2008
My friend Casper, the Dude and I piled into my truck and made our way east a couple of hours before first light ... The banter during the drive focused on Casper s interrogation of the Dude ... It was the first time Casper and I had been out with him on a hunt. (Missoulian, MT)
Western picked fourth in GNAC Coaches Poll Oct 31, 2008
" Other new players for the Seawolves include three four-year transfers, including two from Division I schools. Center Viki Wohlers (6-4, So., Wolfenb?ttel, Germany) played in six games last season at Oregon State, while guard Jackie Thiel (5-4, Sr., Plainview, TX) played 28 games at Florida Gulf Coast, scoring 39 points and pulling in 21 rebounds. Guard Leah Stepovich (5-7, Sr., Fairbanks, AK - Monroe HS, Casper, WY) played in 26 games, starting three at former GNAC member Seattle University.... (Wwuvikings.com)
High school classes focus on election, election issues Oct 31, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... The library tax, Casper College's general obligation bond issue and school board elections have earned time in student discussions. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Stearns was too often absent from many candidate forums Oct 31, 2008
Veterans have commented that Stearns is AWOL, calling him "Casper," a term used for a "ghost officer" who's always missing. Republican candidates and voters express their embarrassment at his disappearing act. (Florida Times-Union)
Salazar, Allard side with football fans Oct 30, 2008
The NFL s application of its policy does nothing for NFL fans in Burlington, Vermont, Hartford, Connecticut, or Providence, Rhode Island, which the NFL does not consider to be part of the home market of the New England Patriots; or residents of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, which the NFL does not consider part of the home market of the Pittsburgh Steelers; or residents of York, Pennsylvania, which the NFL does not consider part of the home market of the Philadelphia Eagles; or residents of Colorado... (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Voters peg economy as No. 1 issue Oct 30, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Wyoming ... Sixty-five percent of Wyoming voters -- without prompting -- named the economy as the top national issue, according to a poll commissioned by the Casper Star-Tribune ... Likewise, Republican Mike Collins of Casper blamed both the Congress and the Bush administration for the financial crisis, he said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Tons of Halloween stuff to do Oct 30, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... Join the Casper Children's Theatre for a Haunted Theatre from 6 to 9 p.m. tonight and Friday ... Admission is 4 per person and all proceeds will benefit the programs of the Casper Children's Theatre. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Tigers' Marte storming back in AFL Oct 30, 2008
Outfield prospect Casper Wells, meanwhile, belted a three-run homer in Tuesday's win as he continues his streaky fall sharing time in Mesa's lineup. He had three hits in his previous game last Saturday and a pair of two-hit games the previous week, but also struck out 12 times over his last 32 at-bats entering Wednesday. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
WWU picked to place second in GNAC Coaches Poll Oct 29, 2008
Casper Anderson, a 6-5 walk-on from Denmark and freshmen Tyler Colligan (6-7, Pensacola, Fla. and Evan Matteson (6-9, Lynnwood, WA- Meadowdale). (Wwuvikings.com)
Candy on the brain Oct 29, 2008
If children are recovered from their candy hangover on Saturday, the Ionia Theatre is showing a special Halloween matinee of Casper at 10 a.m. Two-for-one passes will be available at the Ionia Community Library and at the box office of the Ionia Theatre. Comments. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Kicking away: Macks earn return trip to sectional Oct 26, 2008
The game will be at Casper Park at 3 p.m.. Reach Paul Huset at. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Simply superior: Marching band earns high marks Oct 25, 2008
Gillette sophomore Zakk Alexander beats on the base drum during practice last week before state marching band competition in Casper, where the band earned a superior rating ... After the band won a superior at the state marching band festival in Casper on Sunday, they can sigh with a relief ... Part of the bands success in Casper can be attributed to the color guard team. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Third Ballesteros brain operation reduced swelling, deemed success Oct 25, 2008
ESPN - Third Seve Ballesteros brain operation reduces swelling. Try the NEW ESPN Search. (ESPN -- Golf)
Halloween activities abound today Oct 25, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... Tykes can hear spooky stories and trick or treat downtown in the daylight and a variety of organizations host "haunted houses" for the young, as well as the heartiest of hearts, as Halloween activities hit full stride today around Casper ... Safe trick or treating in the downtown Casper business district takes place from today from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Look for the signs in the windows. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Poll shows support for neighborhood enrollment preference Oct 25, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... A Casper Star-Tribune poll conducted by Mason-Dixon Research and Polling in Washington, D.C. found that 70 percent of people here supported a neighborhood enrollment preference ... Marc Smith wrote on Oct 22, 2008 7:38 AM:" I find it interesting that the poll findings contradict what people are actually doing. This would suggest that there is confusion at some level or levels. In January of this year Natrona County School District statistics reported that... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Stocks dive on belief global recession is at hand Oct 25, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Breaking. lect. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
• Montreal named honorable mention All-American Oct 24, 2008
North Dakota St.-Science 25-6Others receiving votes: Brunswick CC (28-5), Casper College (20-12), Cloud County CC (21-12), Hagerstown CC (22-8), Harcum College (26-3), Howard College (25-8), John A. Logan College (18-14), Miami-Dade College (18-9), Mississsippi Golf Coast CC (15-12), Northern Oklahoma-Enid (19-14), Odessa College (27-5), Pearl River CC (16-11), Santa Fe College (21-7), Snead State CC (24-7), South Georgia Technical (20-12), Southwest Tennessee CC (14-14), Three Rivers CC (29-8),... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Answer Girl: KW, NC balancing act Oct 24, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... You can also try contacting Mayberry, who calls the shots about what gets in the Casper section of the paper, at ... Answer Girl tackles questions about Casper, the universe and everything else. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
List of area Halloween events Oct 24, 2008
At 4:30 p.m. TUNE will play Casper until 5 p.m.. The Funny Face Festival will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, at the Northwood Elementary School cafeteria. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Utah Valley gets Indoor Football Team Oct 24, 2008
"In Albuquerque, the fans stormed the arena with their Wildcat hats and shirts. These are big, big events in Casper, Albuquerque, and Prescott. I really saw what product this can be if it is done right.". He also cited a huge opportunity for the team in Utah Valley, pointing out the success of the NBA D-League's Utah Flash, who set a league record for a first-year squad by bringing around 3,800 fans to each game. (The Daily Universe, UT)
EXCERPT: 'The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life' Oct 23, 2008
The reporters had traveled a day earlier to the Newark, New Jersey, airport or some similar embarkation point to board a commercial flight to Salt Lake City, then raced to Concourse E's bullpen to sit amid a crush of people waiting for flights to places like Casper, Wyoming, and Sioux City, Iowa, until it was time to cram themselves into a prop plane for the one-hour bronco ride to Sun Valley. On arrival their plane was directed to the opposite end of the airport next to the tennis-court-size... (USA Today -- Money)
Wear pink to volleyball Thursday Oct 23, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Breaking ... The Casper College volleyball team is encouraging its fans to wear pink to the 7 p.m., match against Northwest College on Thursday at the Swede Erickson Thunderbird Gymnasium. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Looking Back Oct 23, 2008
Charlie Casper and friend spent Sunday at Anton Reiner's. Prairie Flower Miss Crain has returned to her home in Highland after a visit with her sister, Mrs. Knupp. (Kalona News, IA)
Critic's corner Oct 22, 2008
Ghost Hunters 9 p.m., Sci FiSpotted in Leominster: Casper. Brothers and Sisters in Love 9 p.m., BBC AmericaMommy, Susie gave me a taboo-boo. (Boston Globe)
Cardinals, Macks stay close to home in soccer pairings Oct 21, 2008
The game is at 4 p.m. at Casper Park. The teams did not face each other this season. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Answer Girl: Best depends on the measure Oct 21, 2008
Casper Star-Tribune Online - Casper ... Answer Girl tackles your questions about Casper, the universe and everything else ... You can also write to Answer Girl, Box 80, 170 Star Lane, Casper, WY, 82602. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Hornets, Macks run to glory Oct 19, 2008
At Casper Park, the Mid-State Conference champions finished out their year with a shutout to go a perfect 10-0 in conference ... At Casper Park, Thursday s game against Pacelli started slow, but the Macks kicked into gear to take the win. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
March on: CCHS musicians put talent on the line in hopes of superior rating Oct 18, 2008
Saturday is the state marching band festival in Casper the one time a year when band students put it all on the line to earn a top ranking ... As they watched themselves on the screen in the auditorium, they could see things they had down well and things they needed to work on before the festival at 4 p.m. Saturday at the Casper Events Center. (Gillette News-Record, WY)