Title games may benefit from having single site Nov 9, 2009
Some may say we've been spoiled by having the state basketball and wrestling tournaments at the Casper Events Center, but it's definitely an advantage for our staff, and one that we think translates into better coverage for our readers. The UW experiment will give us a chance to try some new things, too. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
The flu stops here Nov 8, 2009
You know things are bad when the highlight of your week is drinking purple-flavored codeine cough syrup. "Codeine" is a Latin word that means "this is not a good time to use the extension ladder," and, while codeine doesn't actually cure respiratory illness, it can make you temporarily forget that you have lungs. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Our new frontier Nov 8, 2009
The sports staff of the Star-Tribune has ventured into new territory this fall, using our Web site to cover high school and University of Wyoming sports in ways we never have before. The response from users so far has been encouraging. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Industry works with Game and Fish Nov 8, 2009
Michael Fry's Nov. 3 column in the Casper Star-Tribune, "Wind power threatens future of sage grouse," is an example of the misinformation being spread about the potential impact of wind energy on wildlife populations in Wyoming. For example, his assertion that the "birds will not breed near tall structures for fear of predators" is not based on any scientific research, just on the opinion of his organization. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Around TribTown: Heroes and Crime Nov 8, 2009
TribTowner The Last DJ posted this photo of old signage around Casper ... We'll discuss Casper and Wyoming crime and courts ... "Third. You'll get three items a week from me, that's a promise. You'll get the odd tidbits and hay combed out of crime/court stories prior to publication. I hope to get just as many slices a week from your end. Tell me what you think, believe, know, heard and want to read about when it comes to crime and the court system in Casper and Wyoming.". (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Make a sick child's wish come true Nov 8, 2009
Now in its seventh year, The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wyoming Stories of Light wine tasting, dinner and auction is Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m., at the Best Western Ramkota. This year's theme is "I wish to be a Cowboy." The gala evening is the kick-off for the Stories of Light wish-raising campaign. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Objectifying women and children Nov 7, 2009
The possibility of a child disappearing in a weather balloon, hot air balloon or on a string of balloons isn't alarming to me. I'm certainly concerned for the child in question but there's a sense of relief because the child's whereabouts are known. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Game and Fish: Watch for wildlife along roads Nov 6, 2009
Daniel Beach, a game warden trainee for the Game and Fish Casper office, says drivers need to be extra cautious along roads that cross through tall brush or trees. The department says slowing down, expecting to encounter wildlife and scanning the sides of the road for animals are all good ideas to keep in mind while driving in Wyoming this time of year. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Bighorns, domestic sheep don't mix Nov 6, 2009
-- On the slopes overlooking the Nile Valley from the north side of Highway 410, seeing wildlife is no big deal. But when someone happened to see three bighorns in July up Rock Creek, it was a very big deal indeed. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Man fined for claiming Wyo. residency Nov 6, 2009
Man fined for claiming Wyo. Man fined for claiming Wyo. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyo. fishery managers monitor sauger population Nov 6, 2009
fishery managers monitor sauger population. fishery managers monitor sauger population. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Cashner makes his own breaks Nov 6, 2009
Casper Wells (Tigers) extended his hitting streak to six games with a sixth-inning single and Brewers prospect Lorenzo Cain had an RBI for Peoria (13-8). Javelinas starter Justin Cassel (White Sox) took the loss after allowing four runs on five hits with three strikouts in three innings. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Wyo. offers wildlife guidelines for wind projects Nov 6, 2009
offers wildlife guidelines for wind projects. offers wildlife guidelines for wind projects. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Devils, Redskins advance in Southern B Nov 6, 2009
Shepherd Kills 16 (Morgan Murray 7), Assists 16 (Emily Casper), Aces 1, Digs 23 (Heidi Riley 7), Blocks 2. Southern B at Forsyth. (Montana Standard, MT)
Adobe Town lease sale on hold Nov 5, 2009
Wyo BLM awaits word from Washington on oil and gas parcels auction. Wyoming Bureau of Land Management officials announced Wednesday they had deferred 15 oil and gas lease parcels from being included in a Dec. 1 public auction, "pending Washington Office guidance on wilderness issues.". (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
CONFERENCE CAPSULES Nov 5, 2009
The 49ers get back three players Larry Anderson, Casper Ware and T.J. Robinson all of whom were named to the league's all-freshman team last season. Justin Joyner returns for UC Santa Barbara after redshirting last season with a wrist injury, giving the Gauchos a chance to contend with the 49ers. (USA Today -- Sports)
What else did you expect? Nov 5, 2009
What else did you expect. What else did you expect. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Singleton remains productive in AFL Nov 5, 2009
Tigers prospect Casper Wells hit a three-run homer in the third to highlight a five-run outburst for Peoria. Dodgers right-hander Travis Schlichting (1-1) allowed three runs -- one earned -- on four hits and a pair of walks over the first two innings. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Backward Glances Nov 5, 2009
79 YEARS AGO (1930)-Foley s Quality Market on Main Street advertised Downy Flake doughnuts for 25 cents a dozen, a loaf of devil s food cake 30 cents, a dozen cloverleaf rolls for 20 cents; and Halloween squares for 50 cents a dozen The Silent Club, comprised of young ladies employed at the Firestone Footwear Co., met at the home of Rita Coady, Blossom Street The Monthly Social Club met at the home of Mrs. James McCarron, River Street In the cast of In Old Mexico , musical comedy to be presented... (Hudson Sun, MA)
Recent Local News Nov 4, 2009
Have you ever wondered what it takes to create the beautiful bronze statues and monuments found throughout the town of Casper. Bronze artist Chris Navarro will share details of his career, his pieces displayed in Casper, and other works of art at 7 p.m. at the Natrona County Public Librar. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Report: Barbed-wire fences deadly to sage grouse Nov 4, 2009
Wildlife officials say colored tags help alleviate problem. Sage grouse strut at sunrise in Sublette County in this April 2006 file photo. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Public use in the works for small wildlife refuge Nov 3, 2009
Cokeville Meadows may include hunting and fishing. GREEN RIVER -- The little-known Cokeville Meadows National Wildlife Refuge lies along a scenic 20-mile stretch within the Bear River Valley in western Wyoming just south of Cokeville. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wadkins, Olazabal, Eisenhower inducted into Hall of Fame Nov 3, 2009
A member of eight American Ryder Cup teams -- a record he shares with Raymond Floyd and Billy Casper -- Wadkins claimed 21 PGA Tour titles, including his only major at the 1977 PGA Championship. He also captured the 1970 U.S. Amateur Championship and won his first Champions Tour start at the 2000 ACE Group Classic. (News & Observer -- Sports)
College Basketball Preview - Big West Conference Nov 3, 2009
2 rpg) and Casper Ware (4. 1 apg) combined with Anderson to account for 44 percent of the team's scoring. (ABC 7 News, DC)
May's big day highlights progress Nov 3, 2009
Peoria tied the game an inning later when Tigers outfielder Casper Wells doubled home Jordan Danks (White Sox). Danks added an RBI double of his own in the seventh before Russ Mitchell (Dodgers) plated him with a single to center. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Wyoming briefs Nov 3, 2009
CHEYENNE -- The next public hearing of the Access to Justice Commission is scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the former Natrona County Courthouse in Casper. The hearing is one of a series scheduled by the commission, a joint project of the Wyoming State Bar and the Wyoming Supreme Court, to evaluate the specific legal needs of low- and moderate-income people in the state. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Blueprint: Volunteer opportunities, calendar Nov 2, 2009
Elder Rights Symposium - 8 a.m. check-in and refreshments, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. program, Oconee County Civic Center, 2661 Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville; presentation by Patricia King, RN, forensic specialist with DHR, Division of Aging; Pam Casper with Adult Protective Services; Carol Ann Adams with Project Safe; Mark Johnson with IBOC Consulting; and Mark Franklin with Elderly Legal Assistance Program; pre-register; free; (706) 549-4850 or www. accaging. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Remembering Wally Nov 2, 2009
The Dunn County News Online - Our Front Page. Updated Nov 01, 2009 - 07:07:37 am CST. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Don Schirmer (1) Nov 2, 2009
Don was born Sept. 1, 1930, in Casper, Wyo. the son of Ernest and Mildred (Bayless) Schirmer. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Forgotten history Nov 1, 2009
" Contact Laramie-based sports reporter Eric Schmoldt at eric.schmoldt@trib.com. Check out his blog at Getting the word out The history of the Black 14 incident is now more available than ever. University of Wyoming students have had the opportunity to learn about the situation in certain classrooms throughout the years, and the curriculum has included videos on the subject. Now, former Casper Star-Tribune sports writer Ryan Thorburn has released a book detailing the subject. "I did read the... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Feds probe amphibian's well-being Nov 1, 2009
Data will help determine whether northern leopard frog warrants endangered status. GREEN RIVER -- Federal officials are seeking additional scientific information about the populations and habitat of the northern leopard frog, a tiny spotted amphibian that can be found in most areas of Wyoming. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Talkin' with Sal: Splitsville at the ranch Nov 1, 2009
If I could be anywhere I wanted to be this afternoon, it would be in Lambeau Field, completely disregarding the "No Booing!" signs people are threatening to hold. Of course, football is not war. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Football Scoreboard - Oct. 31, 2009 Nov 1, 2009
2/10/09 - Casper Star-Tribune ... 7/31/08 - Casper Star-Tribune ... 11/26/07 - Casper Star-Tribune. (Themwc.com)
Donate food, enjoy band, symphony Oct 31, 2009
On Sunday, a unique partnership between a Casper College class and the Nicolaysen Art Museum results in a "Day of the Dead" event, also free at the Nic ... The members of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers No. 322 and their families will be stationed at both Albertson's locations in Casper from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. accepting donations of food for the needy in the Casper community ... The Casper Future Farmers of America students are conducting their annual Can or Treat community... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Cheers & Jeers Oct 31, 2009
Jeers to the poachers who killed two deer in Casper's Highland Park Cemetery. Workers found two gut piles amid the headstones. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wells red-hot in Arizona Fall League Oct 31, 2009
Casper Wells hit a grand slam off the Nats' Stephen Strasburg on Thursday ... Casper Wells is doing more than making up for lost time in the Arizona Fall League. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Boo at the Zoo canceled Friday Oct 31, 2009
Pictures with Casper the Friendly Ghost. Harvest Hayride ($1 each ride). (The Clarion-Ledger)
Unfamiliar scare-itory Oct 31, 2009
Exchange students experience American Halloween. Spaniards Ignacio Allendesalazar, left, and Cristina Jimenez Sanchez carve pumpkins at an exchange student and host family gathering to celebrate Halloween on Thursday night. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Mens hoops is creating excitement Oct 31, 2009
Nov. 6 at Casper CC, TBA. Nov. 7 vs. Northwest at Casper CC, TBA. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
WHAT WILL YOU BE FOR THE BRONCO HALLOWEEN PARTY... Oct 30, 2009
Men's soccer head coach Cam Rast: My favorite costume was my first - Casper the Friendly Ghost. Women's basketball head coach Jennifer Mountain: I had a sweet care bear outfit. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Wyoming center Waddell to miss 2 or 3 weeks after surgery Oct 30, 2009
Adam Waddell jumps up to make a basket during the first half of the Cowboys' game against Prairie View on November 19th in Laramie. Photo by Kerry Huller, Star-Tribune. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Lady Tetons are eyeing big season Oct 30, 2009
Williston State will open the season Sunday afternoon at home against Minot State JV at 3 p.m. The Lady Tetons will then play at Casper, Wyo ... Nov. 6 at Casper CC, TBA ... Nov. 7 at Casper CC, TBA. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Senators stay on road to ruin Oct 29, 2009
YVETTE SOBERANEZ, Casper. Posted in on Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:00 am | Tags. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Daily guide to television and radio Oct 29, 2009
Casper Meets Wendy 8 p.m. (DISN) The two befriend each other while vacationing with their spirited relatives. NR (1999). (Boston Globe)
Desme strikes again, homers twice Oct 29, 2009
Tigers outfielder Casper Wells hit a three-run shot of Talbot in the third, his third homer of the fall season for Peoria (8-6). Butler (Brewers) suffered his first loss after surrendering six runs on eight hits and a pair of walks over three innings. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Looking for the outrage Oct 28, 2009
Flaherty s brother John, and his aunt, Ellie Casper, are among several members of his vast extended family on his campaign team, and these days Yoon, who ran against Flaherty in the preliminary campaign but has now joined his team, is with him nearly everywhere. But Flaherty s most telling companion is his volunteer driver, Steve Johnson, a 60-year-old retired Boston policeman who met Flaherty at a Roxbury polling station in 2008, when both campaigned for Barack Obama. (Boston Globe)
Kids see nature up close thanks to program Oct 27, 2009
By JACKIE BORCHARDT, Casper Star-Tribune an AP Member Exchange ... Information from: Casper Star-Tribune - Casper. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
BREAKING: Camel volleyball clinches spot at state Oct 27, 2009
The winner will play at 4 p.m. versus the winner of the Casper Kelly Walsh-Cheyenne Central game. The state tournament begins Thursday in Casper. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Poachers kill deer in Casper cemetery Oct 27, 2009
The cemetery is just a block from Wyoming Medical Center and well within the Casper city limits ... In most circumstances, firing a bow within Casper is also illegal, according to city municipal code. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Pumpkins, parties, treats Oct 27, 2009
Is the Casper Elks Lodge, 108 E. 7th St., really haunted ... All ages are welcome at the Spooktacular Halloween Party with spooky fun for everyone at the Casper Senior Center, 1831 E. 4th St., from 5 to 7:30 p.m., on Thursday ... The Casper Children's Theatre, 138 S. Kimball in the Commissary Mall, will hold its annual haunted theatre Thursday and Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. In conjunction with the Haunted Theatre, the teens will be holding a Fall Festival on Friday... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
NOTES: 'Boys impressive in big win Oct 26, 2009
Witten's 53 yards today allowed him to pass Brett Jones (5,195), Dave Casper (5,216) and John Mackey (5,236) for 18th all-time among league tight ends with 5,247. Witten caught five passes in today's game to give him 462 for his career and move him past Todd Christensen (461) and tie with Mickey Shuler for ninth on the NFL's all-time tight ends receptions list. (CowboyUpdate.com)
Drawing boundaries Oct 26, 2009
Conservationists work to find balance between industry and elk in Fortification Creek area. New roads and coal-bed methane wells are what the Powder River Basin Resource Council are trying to halt. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Talkin' with Sal: Just don't quit Oct 25, 2009
Give up, relinquish, abandon, put aside, leave. You can pick a definition for the word "quit," just don't do it. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Hunter kills offspring of famous grizzly Oct 24, 2009
JACKSON -- Biologists have confirmed that a female grizzly bear killed by a hunter last month in northwest Wyoming was from a well-known Grand Teton National Park bear family. Park officials say genetic testing confirmed the dead grizzly was one of three offspring of a bear known as number 399. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Oliver gets past rough start in AFL Oct 24, 2009
Outfielder Casper Wells entered Friday ranked sixth in the league in hitting at. 476 (10-for-21) with a double, two triples, two homers and 11 RBIs. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Events Fill Local Calendars Oct 24, 2009
Boo at the Zoo Friday and Halloween day at The Jackson Zoo from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event features non-scary Halloween activities for kids, including trick-or-treating, pictures with Casper the Friendly Ghost, costume parade and contest. Admission is $7 for adults and $4 for children 2-12. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Frenzy over deer, elk antlers may cause rule change Oct 22, 2009
It will stop the honest people, is all it will do, said Jim Lowe, of Casper. These guys are going to be able to get in there, get the stuff and get out, and most of the time theyll get away with it. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Bear spray: It works Oct 22, 2009
Posted: Thursday, October 22, 2009 12:00 am. From Alaska to Wyoming, I've had the good fortune to live, work and recreate in grizzly country for more than three decades. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Seasonal ban on antler hunting makes sense Oct 21, 2009
Jim Lowe of Casper, an antler collecter, isn't optimistic that a ban would help. "It will stop the honest people, is all it will do," he told The Associated Press. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Around Oconee: Are you really scared? Oct 21, 2009
Also participating will be Pam Casper with the department's Adult Protective Services; Carol Ann Adams with Project Safe; Mark Johnson with IBOC Consulting; and Mark Franklin with the Elderly Legal Assistance Program. Lunch will be provided, but registration is necessary and space is limited. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Agency cancels ferret release Oct 21, 2009
Game and Fish says environmentalists' petition scared landowners. CHEYENNE -- State wildlife officials have canceled plans to reintroduce the black-footed ferret in southern Albany County because of landowner skittishness over a petition by environmental groups to give the animal more protection as an endangered species. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Wyo looks to global energy markets Oct 21, 2009
State's role in worldwide network of supply, demand depends on complex factors. CODY -- Planning for Wyoming's future requires an understanding of likely global supply and demand trends for fossil fuels and other energy resources, yet a number of complex factors make it difficult to make such projections with any certainty. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Gillette Camels upset Kelly Walsh 45-15 Oct 20, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 17, 2009 10:24 AM MDT The Gillette high school football squad upset the fourth-ranked Trojans in Casper on Friday night, 45-15. The Camels defense held Kelly Walsh well below its average of 406 yards of offense per game, unofficially giving up 269 yards. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
AFL Players of the Week Oct 20, 2009
Other Nominees Other players receiving player-of-the-week consideration were Surprise Rafters first baseman Ike Davis (NYM), Peoria Saguaros outfielder Chris Heisey (CIN), Surprise Rafters third baseman Mike Moustakas (KC) and Peoria Javelinas outfielder Casper Wells (DET). This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Georgia commit Alec Ogletree does it all for Newnan Oct 20, 2009
There no reason to risk another Brinkley problem occuring where we only offered Jasper and not Casper and lost both of them to the Gamecocks. BlackSmoke. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
