The Annual Casper College and ARTCORE Literary Conference “Eclipse” will be held in late September
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Wyoming Department Of Tourism Releases Preliminary Eclipse Traffic Numbers
Updated Wyoming traffic counts for Monday, August 21, showed an increase of more than 550,000 vehicles compared to a five-year average for the same timeframe, according to information shared by the Wyoming Department of Transportation.
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Relive Totality at David Street Station With Our Webcam Timelapse (VIDEO)
Through the course of Monday, Oil City was able to create a time-lapse video, showing the full eclipse, through totality, over David Street Station.
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Wyoming Highway Patrol Issues Eclipse-Day Traffic Statement
Traffic picked up around 3:00 AM and was steady throughout the morning.
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Visitors Are Welcomed as Eclipse Organizers Take Center Stage
National and local media were on hand, when organizers and departmental officials took center stage to welcome visitors and applaud the successful launch of the Eclipse Festival.
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WHP: Bring Plenty of Food, Water and Fuel When Departing The Eclipse
Officials suggest, To avoid heavy traffic visitors may consider staying a little longer and enjoy what Wyoming has to offer.
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Traffic Shows Increase Statewide; Slow, Steady Stream for Eclipse
Officials are saying the numbers currently being seen around Wyoming are “nothing that roads can’t handle.”
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Sunday, August 20th Weather; Eclipse Forecast
The time until the 2017 eclipse can now be measured in a matter of hours.
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Veteran’s Park Hosts Eclipse Craft Fair
A special Eclipse Craft Fair has mounted in Veterans Park, near the eastern entrance of Downtown on East 2nd Street.
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Casper Police Announce Eclipse Lost-and-Found
Items not claimed by the end of business day Wednesday, August 23rd, will be logged into the police property room.
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National Weather Service Warns of Elevated Fire Danger
Residents, travelers, and campers this weekend are encouraged to take strong caution and follow local fire bans.
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Saturday, August 19th Weather; Eclipse Forecast
Looking at your eclipse day forecast, currently the National Weather Service is forecasting Mostly sunny skies, with a high near 87.
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The Science Zone Hosts Mission Aerospace: An A-Maze-ing Adventure
Just in time for the Total Solar Eclipse, the Science Zone is inviting visitors to expand their knowledge of outer space by exploring the history of flight, navigation and NASA’s vision for the future of earth and space exploration.
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Advisory- Counterfeit Bills Circulating Casper
Police are advising anyone handling money to make sure the cash is real by using a counterfeit marking pen and look for the hologram that’s included in all U.S. currency.
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Wyo Dept. of Health- Eclipse Viewing Safety Tips
Here’s what to look for when buying eclipse glasses. Make sure your glasses meet all the requirements.
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City of Casper Warns Against Possible Scam Targeting Hotel Guests
The City of Casper is warning local businesses and visitors about a potential scam, that seems to be targeting hotel guests.
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Friday, August 18th Weather; Eclipse Forecast
Mostly dry conditions are expected this weekend and into early next week, setting the stage for a dry period around the eclipse.
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Eclipse-Themed Programs at the Trails Center
A host of events available during the Eclipse Festival at the Trails Center.
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Eclipse Forecast and Current Conditions (8/17/17)
Showers and thunderstorms possible this afternoon.
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City Reminds of Late Liquor Sales During Eclipse
The City of Casper has released a statement, reminding that Casper bars, restaurants, and other alcohol-selling establishments have been granted the opportunity to serve alcohol until 2:00 a.m. on the night of Sunday, August 20th.
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Casper Police Department: “Department is ready for this festival.”
A brief statement has been sent out by the Casper Police Department welcoming visitors to the area for the Wyoming Eclipse Festival, and assuring residents that they are up to the challenges being presented.
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As the Eclipse Looms, Be Aware of Parking
A free Park-and-Ride service is being offered.
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Oil City News Unveils New Webcam Overlooking David Street Station
Just in time for its grand opening on August 16th, we here at Oil City are unveiling a new web camera overlooking David Street Station, the city’s newest community space.